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The Ben Pohl Interview Dec 20, 2019

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Ben Pohl suffered serious injuries when he drove distracted 17 years ago during his teen age years. In an era when we are mesmerized by our smartphones, Ben reminds young people that there is more to driving distracted than simply locking your eyes onto your electronics when you drive.

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Let's Be Real Dec 18, 2019

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Nothing new under the sun. The first arrest for Marijuana in Illinois after January 1st for Driving Impaired will be big news. Those who are against the legalization of marijuana will point to the story as evidence of "I told you so". So sorry, but folks have been driving high for many years now on more than alcohol. What is old news will be made to appear as new news.

The Felicia Miceli Interview Dec 13, 2019

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Felicia Miceli lives with Bella, who is her late son Louie's dog. She works day in and day out reminding parents and their children of the life and death struggle so many face with opioid and heroin addiction. Her son was first prescribed opioids when he was injured during high school athletics. Once the opioid took hold, he was never able to shake it. After years of fighting the disease he succumbed to it at the young age of 22.

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Give The Gift of Empathy For The Holidays Dec 11, 2019

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Stress is insidious. When you lose a child the holiday season can be difficult. The decorations can be hard to put up. The favorite meal that he, or she, loved can be hard to prepare. The joy can be all too easily tempered by the memory and the wonder of what might have been. If you know a person who lost a child, give the gift of a story about their child that makes both of you smile. Give it freely and with love.

The Teddi Krochman Interview Dec 06, 2019

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Not all who spend a career in helping others find the same path to success. It's our ability as humans to look at the same picture in different ways while still having the same goals at the end that lead us to a more successful result.

If you're the smartest person in the room, you're in the wrong room. - Joel Pelland

The Teddi Krochman Interview Dec 06, 2019

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If you're the smartest person in the room, you're in the wrong room. - Joel Pelland

And The Defense Attorney Said Dec 04, 2019

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The perception that alcohol is not as problematic as other drugs is pervasive. That perception is at the root of the challenge to save young lives...and old.

The Augie Ghilarducci Interview Nov 29, 2019

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Our interview with Augie Ghilarducci who spent 13 years in prison and now returns to those same prisons to help inmates find a better path upon their own release. He uses his experience to teach successful skills and provide a second chance.

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Comin' 'Round The Bend Nov 27, 2019

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Thanksgiving Eve, the time when the students come home from college to connect with old friends is one of the big party times of the year. Have a plan, enjoy the camaraderie, and get home safely.

The Rams Committed Interview Nov 22, 2019

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We don't talk AT Teens, we discuss ideas and issue WITH teens. It's called communication on a respectful level. This is a refreshing conversation about leadership, growth, and vision for a brighter future. Great things afoot at Glenbard East High School in Lombard, IL.

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