Episode 11 - Being Self-Aware

Episode 6 - Why STEM?

Join special guest Mahba Ahmad as she talks about why youth should involve themselves in STEM while also adopting a broad perspective when it comes to what they pursue after high school. By taking an interdisciplinary approach, you will find that it is possible to achieve all of your goals, no matter how far apart they might be in terms of subject and/or skill set. The only way to do so is to take the leap and learn from your mistakes throughout the journey. Contact Information: * @speakingforyouth.podcast * speakingforyouthpodcast@gmail.com

Episode 5 - Youth Civic Engagement

Youth often feel out of reach when it comes to decision-making opportunities in collaboration with city and state officials. In this episode, join special guest Jihoo Yoon as she talks about why youth should get involved in civic advocacy and public policy, as well as practical steps to get started. Contact Information: * @speakingforyouth.podcast * lianariman9@gmail.com

Episode 4 - Finding Your "Why"

Whether you're currently a teenager stressed out about what you want to pursue in the future or how to choose a major when applying to college, or have already finished your educational journey, special guest Isabella Wen shares her journey behind connecting her various passions to a future major in college. Find out how she navigated it all by listening to this episode of the Speaking for Youth podcast. Contact Information: * @speakingforyouth.podcast * lianariman9@gmail.com

Episode 3 - Balancing Social and Academic Life

Joined by special guest Linda Frazier, this episode is a guide for how teens can logically balance out all aspects of their lives in a way that doesn’t obstruct them from life goals or, on the other hand, burn them out. Contact Information: * @speakingforyouth.podcast * lianariman9@gmail.com

Episode 2 - Confidence Isn't Cringe

Join us as we talk about the direct reasons why confidence within youth is lacking - and why, as teens, we are scared to preserve our own identity and passions in order to conform to societal expectations, leading to a loss of self-esteem. Contact Information: * @speakingforyouth.podcast * lianariman9@gmail.com