Awkward Conversations

Toxic Relationships: How to and how not to

Warning: This is gonna be chaotic. In this week’s topic, Alex discusses toxic relationships from the start, middle, and end. We also give you some personal stories of our past relationships. The 5-minute news also includes a story of Pope Benedict’s neglect to report cases of abuse within his church. Also, remember to stay tuned for the fun end to celebrate Nick Jonas and his wife Priyanka Chopra’s big news. Always yours, Alex and Kara

Animal Testing: the pros, the cons, and the gold medals

Welcome back to episode 22! In this episode, Kara and Alex discuss the pros and cons of animal testing as well as some alternatives instead. As said by Kara in the episode here are some links for more information about both pros and cons and In vitro testing: (All these links will also be posted on our website and Instagram so be sure to check those out as well) In our 5 minute news, we learn about a tragic landslide that killed at least 15 people in Brazil as well as  North Koran hackers stealing $400. Don’t miss out on this episode! Always yours, Alex and Kara

Awkward Conversations

As the title suggests, this episode is full of awkwardness, as we attempt to try and give you some more personal answers about ourselves based on some questions Alex prepares. Be warned: It's Hella awkward. But what's life without a little embarrassment? Also, don’t forget to tune into the fun end to learn about an adorably special bond between a protective elephant and its human dad. Always yours, Alex and Kara

Greek Mythology: Love Lost

Two magical stories plucked from the web of Greek mythology and put into a short Topic for you this week. The two stories deal with loss in many different ways, Daedalus and his son who loved the sun too much, and Persophone who couldn’t help but love the devil. However, the five minutes news concerns much tragedy including a tragic death of a teen caused by a stray bullet. Our fun end discusses a teacher protecting a plane, by changing her seat to the toilet. Always yours, Alex and Kara

Represent ALL our stories, and do it right

In this episode, Alex discusses the importance of representation in movies and TV shows as well as social media and it’s negative impact on young lives. She talks about stereotypes and how that is woven into the topic as well as many ways we can help stop this progression within Hollywood and other media and entertaining companies. Remember:  “If they exist in life, then we should see it on TV.” A quote from Viola Davis. Within our 5 minutes news segment we have an update on many ongoing cases such as Trump's January 6th Capitol attack and his role within it as well the Elizabeth Homes case. We are also seeing a surge in Omicron cases in England, and the US is relaxing it’s travel laws for Africa. Don’t forget to tune into our fun end to learn about a person's journey into becoming Ricky Martin. Always yours, Alex and Kara