Listen to one of these podcasts to hear directly from youth and community experts on how to advance inclusion and justice.
The Teens Talk Podcast
The Teens Talk Podcast is a project of Youth Celebrate Diversity, elevating youth voice on the critical issues facing youth today. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts, or you can watch on YouTube.
Season 3
Teens Talk: The Experiences of People of Color in the Arts
What does it take to have a fulfilling career in the arts when you come from an underrepresented background? Find out in this special episode, where we delve into the stories of these four creatives who have made their mark as actors, comedians, journalists, writers, and directors. From navigating systemic barriers to embracing their unique perspectives, these trailblazers share their inspiring journeys and reveal the secrets to thriving in an industry where representation matters.
Teens Talk: Mainstreaming and Inclusion of Disabled Youth in Schools
Can we create a school where every student, regardless of ability, learns and thrives together? Is our education system truly inclusive? In this episode, we’ll critically examine the meaning of inclusion, confront uncomfortable truths, and envision a future where disability advocacy reshapes education and redefines what’s possible for all learners.
Teens Talk: The AAPI Experience in the US
What really unites the AAPI community in the US? Is it shared culture, experiences, or something else entirely? In this episode, we challenge the AAPI label by diving deep into four diverse perspectives, including our host’s. Spanning from New Jersey to Hawaii, with roots in various countries of origin, their experiences couldn’t be more different. But will we uncover common threads that weave them together?
Teens Talk: Interfaith Activism for Climate Change
How can people of faith from different backgrounds join forces to create meaningful change? In this episode of the Teens Talk Podcast, we look into the principles of collaboration and explore how faith communities can unite to address urgent issues like climate change.
Teens Talk: College Decisions
In this episode, host Leila speaks with a diverse group of high school seniors, fresh off their college commitment day, to share their unique journeys. From celebrating acceptances to grappling with doubts and fears, this episode explores the emotional rollercoaster of the college application process and offers a glimpse into the exciting future that awaits them.
Teens Talk: Creating Space for Dialogue
The Teens Talk Podcast returns for season 3, taking a whole new approach to its format and conversations. Host Leila is bringing together a diverse group of experts to learn more about creating a safe space for dialogue on important and sensitive topics, especially related to inclusion and justice.
Season 2
Teens Talk: Community, Disability, and Representation
Many disabled people have built a community to protect each other from able-bodied people’s inability to make space for them. You will learn just how uneducated the collective is on what it takes to fight for disability justice. After breaking down just how many barriers are hidden in plain sight, you will understand the gravity of the situation.
Teens Talk: Building Community with the Unhoused
Teens Talk podcast host Lameese Makkawi is joined by Katie Randall, the Chief Development and Communications Officer at the Boulder Shelter for the Homeless, to discuss what it’s like to be unhoused, and tangible ways to help the unhoused community.
Teens Talk: Building Community in a Diaspora
Host Lameese Makkawi is joined by Wafa Saeed to discuss what a disapora is, and how to build community on an international and distributed level.
Teens Talk: Dealing with Opposition in Activism
It’s great to be passionate about wanting to create change; however, it’s wise you learn about all the different roadblocks you will most likely face during the process.
Teens Talk: How to Create and Uphold Community Space
Host Lameese Makkawi is joined by college student Rohan Guddanti to discuss what actually goes into running and maintaining a community space. You will learn tips and skills used to maintain a safe space while still creating change.
Teens Talk: Mental Health
Mental health is too often stigmatized in communities working for social change. This episode is for those interested in understanding and exploring how trauma is passed down through generations, and why addressing mental health is necessary to build a strong, healthy community.
Teens Talk: What is community and why is it important?
YCD Virtual Intern Lameese, host for this season of the podcast, talks with college student Zaira about the importance of building community.
Season 1
Teens Talk: Immigration Reform
Board member Elizabeth M. interviews activist Marissa Molina about immigration reform and DACA.
Teens Talk: Black Lives Matter – Part 1
Board members Rediet and Etsub interview two leaders of the Black Lives Matter movement, one in Denver and the other in Albuquerque, about their work for racial justice.
Teens Talk: Black Lives Matter – Part 2
The conversation continues between Board members Rediet and Etsub on the Black Lives Matter movement and how it affects teens today.
Teens Talk: Being a Deaf Student
Board member Rhea talks with her classmate and activist Mariangela Acosta about her experience as a Deaf student in the education system, and how we can all do better to be inclusive of Deaf and disabled students.
Conflict Resolution Podcasts
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Disability Justice and Youth Podcasts
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Economic Justice Podcasts
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Gender Justice and Equity Podcasts
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Immigrant and Refugee Youth Podcasts
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Inclusive Sports and Activities Podcasts
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Interfaith Dialogue and Cooperation Podcasts
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LGBTQ+ Youth Podcasts
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Mental Wellness and Healthy Relationship Podcasts
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Racial Justice and Anti-Racism Podcasts
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Student Activism Podcasts
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Teaching for Equity and Social Justice Podcasts
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