Episode Title: Words Matter: Teens, Humor, and the Power of Language
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by Fredcasts
3w ago
In Season 5, Episode 2 of the I Can Relate podcast, the hosts take a deep dive into the fascinating—and sometimes tricky—world of language and humor among teens. From the ever-changing landscape of the euphemism treadmill to the ways words take on new meanings in different social contexts, this episode explores how our language choices shape relationships and reflect our values. The conversation gets personal as the hosts share stories about navigating derogatory terms, the delicate boundaries of humor within friend groups, and the emotional impact of words on others. They tackle tough questio ..read more
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Breaking the Mold: Teens open up about career choices and adult expectations
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by Fredcasts
3w ago
Kick off Season 5 of I Can Relate with an inspiring and raw conversation featuring Charlie, Andromeda, Caroline, Nikeese, and Isabelle. These teens tackle the weighty topics of career pressures, college decisions, and the clash between adult expectations and their personal dreams. From navigating societal timelines to dealing with parental aspirations, they offer a candid look at the struggles and triumphs of defining their own paths. Don’t miss this eye-opening discussion on ambition, uncertainty, and the courage it takes to embrace individuality in a world full of expectations ..read more
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A community conversation on youth and mental health
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by Fredcasts
7M ago
On the season finale of I Can Relate, host Ellie Johnson speaks with Lee’s Summit Police Officer Amanda Geno and ReDiscover Board President and CEO Jennifer Craig about a recent Youth Mental Health Forum at the Summit Technology Campus ..read more
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You're on our school board, what is it you do again?
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by Fredcasts
7M ago
On this special episode of I Can Relate, Ellie and Isabel talk to guest Erica Miller, Lee’s Summit R-7 School Board member, about the school board and what they can and are doing to make life better for students ..read more
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We get a degree, does that mean we're ready?
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by Fredcasts
7M ago
Returning to the ever-complex subject of growing up, hosts Ellie, Conner, Nikeese, and Charlie discuss how little teens are actually prepared for adulthood and what adults can do to make things better on this episode of I Can Relate ..read more
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Book banning & censorship — haven't we seen this movie before?
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by Fredcasts
7M ago
On this episode of I Can Relate, hosts Charlie, Conner, and Maieva discuss the harrowing presence of book bans in schools and libraries across the country and why everyone should work to end this practice of censorship ..read more
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Navigating womanhood in a male-dominated world
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by Fredcasts
7M ago
On this episode of I Can Relate, hosts Ellie, Isabel, and Nikeese talk about womanhood and why life is difficult for women and girls of all ages ..read more
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The 'Barbie' movie and how it relates to feminism
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by Fredcasts
7M ago
On this episode of I Can Relate, hosts Lauren, Ellie, and Conner discuss the release of the Barbie film, its representation of feminism and why understanding women’s issues is important for everyone ..read more
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Growing up is hard to do
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by Fredcasts
7M ago
On the premiere episode of I Can Relate, hosts Ellie, Conner, and Charlie discuss the nuances of growing up and life as a senior in high school ..read more
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Social media — why and how we use it and when should we put down the phone
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by Fredcasts
1y ago
Chidera, Rylee and Chawnta'le sit down for an honest look at, and discussion of, social media — how they use, when they use and deciding when to put down the phone and walk away. (Originally published on July 16, 2021 ..read more
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