All in My Head: Real Teens, Real Talk

In this episode, we have a conversation about how mental health has been handled in school, especially in light of the pandemic. We talk about how to be an advocate for yourself and what things teachers can improve. Make sure to follow us on Instagram at the_allinmyheadpodcast to stay up to date on episodes!

In this interview with Jaxon Mitchell from the Multnomah County Health Department, we learn what hMPXV (monkeypox) is, how it spreads, and the communities it affects. We also talk about stigmas around AIDS and how they're related to current stigmas around hMPXV.

Five queer teens share their coming-out stories, advice for how to come out, and what inspired them to come out. They talk about the difficulties in coming out, the struggle of finding your identity, and the joy of finding community. Plus, don't miss a great history lesson about Audre Lorde!

A captivating interview with Black and Beyond the Binary, an organization local to Portland focused on uplifting Black-African transgender, queer, nonbinary, and intersex (TQNI+) Oregonians. Learn about the work they do and how they remain joyful during activism!

Is Euphoria's depiction of addiction realistic? Is it harmful? Today's episode is a conversation about the impacts of addiction on mental health and how the TV show Euphoria depicts the struggles of addiction.

This episode feature Portland Public School Title IX reporters and PPS non-mandatory reporters. Learn what Title IX is and what happens when you report a violation, as well as some resources in case you need to report something to a non-mandatory reporter. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @the_allinmyheadpodcast to stay updated

This episode shares a resource for people who have experienced sexual assault and includes a personal story from someone who has lived experience with sexual assault. Make sure to keep an eye out for part two of this series!

We know it can be difficult dating while LGBTQ+ and/or BIPOC. Today we talk with five Portland teens about their experiences dating and being in relationships. You'll hear about the ups and downs of dating and some of the difficulties COVID-19 has caused. We'll also talk about how dating can affect mental health. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at the_allinmyheadpodcast for updates!

Abortion rights episode out now! Featuring a Planned Parenthood teen council member as well as their supervisor, we discuss how abortion rights have been affected here in the United States. Make sure to give it a listen from where ever you get your podcasts!

Learn from Youthline suicide prevention experts on ways to cope and get help as a person with suicidal ideations! Lots of great resources and tips in this episode. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @the_allinnmyheadpodcast to stay up to date on episodes!

Episode 10 is out now! Since it is suicide prevention month we interviewed an expert from sources of strength to come on and talk about how to be an ally to someone with suicidal ideation. Lane also shares his story on how he was an ally to someone with suicidal ideation. Make sure to listen and share!

What is self-care? Why is it important? Hear from Aliah, Lane, Lauren, and Rhiain about examples of self-care and how to integrate it into your daily life.

Lane interviews Nathaniel, a mental health professional who works with teens in Multnomah County, getting all the answers you wanted about talking to a counselor/therapists. Aliah is here with tips on how to talk to your family/legal guardians about mental health and therapy! Listen, rate, share! Find us on Instagram @the_allinmyheadpodcast

Finding good mental health services as a teen can be a challenge! Today Anna talks to Madeline and T about their mental health journeys. Luis shares the barriers to care for the youth and the LGBTQ+/BIPOC communities. In our next episode we will be talking with mental health professionals and having them address these issues. Follow us on Instagram @the_allinmyheadpodcast

It's nearing the end of an intense, complicated school year so the teens are taking some time off from recording to focus on the millions of other things going on in their lives. This would be a great time to catch up on our past episodes and let us know what you all think! Please share, subscribe, and rate. Follow us on Instagram: @the_allinmyheadpodcast

Leanne talks about the history of the acronym BIPOC and shouts out the amazing podcast FANTI on the Maximum Fun Network who did their own "BIPOC" episode. Who decided this was what people would start using? Luis, Danny, and Madeline discuss what BIPOC means to them as youth "of color". Follow us on insta @the_allinmyheadpodcast and follow FANTI @fantipodcast

**Fixed upload** Acronyms, what are they good for? Teens Anna, Lane, and Madeline talk about what being LGBTQ+ means to them and if the acronym meets their needs. They also dive into the new "super straight" idea showing up in social media. Rhiain is all about ACE! Follow us on @the_allinmyheadpodcast

This week Aliah, Hikima, and Leanne talk about cultural appropriation; what it is, how it's affected them and what cultural appreciation can look like! Be sure to follow us on instagram @the_allinmyheadpodcast and email us allinmyheadpod@gmail.com. Listen, rate, subscribe!

We weren't able to get all of the amazing student voices into Ep. 3 Online School, so today we present you our first bonus episode! All student voices were chosen to be as diverse as possible of students from around Multnomah County in Oregon. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @the_allinmyheadpodcast email us allinmyheadpodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back! Today's episode will feature the voices of local teens and hear their take on online school and mental health. Lane interviews Dawn Gilbertson, a local high school teacher, on how schools and staff have been handling this major shift! Find us on Instagram @the_allinmyheadpodcast or email us allinmyheadpodcast@gmail.com for show ideas or how you can be involved!

We are talking to playwright, actor, Bible scholar, blogger, podcaster, advocate against global warming, and gay rights activist, Peterson Toscano, about being LGBTQ+ and still connecting with religion! Find him on Twitter @p2son, Insta @petersontoscano, and his podcast "Bubble and Squeak" where ever you find podcasts! Religious resources: https://www.al-fitrah.org.za/ https://www.keshetonline.org/ Follow us on Instagram for more @the_allinmyheadpodcast

In our first episode we talk about important LGBTQ+/BIPOC history and interview two teens about their experiences with mental health. Many resources offered at the end!

Welcome to the All in my Head podcast. We're glad you decided to give this podcast a listen. We are a group of teens that are making a podcast for youth, by youth. We will counter stereotypes around mental health in the teen BIPOC (Black, and Indigenous, People of Color) and LGBTQ+ community and talk about things you might find a little uncomfortable. Join us twice a month for a reminder that you are not alone in these struggles.