Minor Misconceptions: Young Voices with Tony Behan, Ed.D.

Antonina is entering her freshman year of college after winning many state championships in speech and debate. In this podcast, she speaks about the role speech and debate can be a catalyst for change; how young people are misunderstood; the role that social media plays in advocacy, and other speech tools to help get your point across. She believes that finding common ground is pivotal for becoming an advocate.  About her coaching Emily's List Devine America The New Jim Crow (book) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

Three young men (Devin, Alex, & Colton) discuss police brutality, social media and politics, and staying connected after high school. www.flippedcarmarketing.com (Colton's Company) www.theclinicalcoffee.com  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

Lilli, Mychael, & Henry talk about their influential artists (Billy Joel & Billie Eilish). --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

Young artists - Lilli, Mychael, and Henry - define art and answer the question "What is more important? Skill or hard work?  Listen to hear what they say about when a piece of artwork is complete.  Follow Mychael on Instagram @ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

Abby, Gavin, and JaKobe continue discussing leadership and address the issue of why leaders are hesitant to have difficult and brave discussions, and the difference between a culture of accountability and cancel culture.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

Meet Abby (student body president), Gavin (drum major), and JaKobe (team leader) who define leadership, speak of their mentors, give advice for national leaders, and the role education plays in unifying humanity.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

Whit and Etienne discuss the importance of evaluating news sources, the role of social media on the brain, and more. If you have an issue that you would like young people to discuss, or you would like to be a guest on this podcast, please leave a voice message through the Episode Web Page, or send your inquiry to minormisconceptions@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

Whit and Etienne share in a conversation on Gen Z, apathy, voting, the environment, race, and the importance of reading.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

Max is a teen entrepreneur who designs clothing that spreads a message of awareness, love, and hope.  Website: rogmerch.com Instagram: rog_merch --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

Gustavo, Jemiya, and Emily discuss race, gender, and class. Emily's book recommendation: Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

Three college students (in California and Louisiana) discuss topics: Getting through the pandemic, yoga, spiritual awakening, and the Boomer generation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

Theologian Frederick Buechner writes that one's calling is where "your deep gladness and the world's deep hunger meet." In this episode, we hear from a 15-year old (from Pennsylvania) who is doing exactly that by starting a business that began as a response to a deep need during the pandemic. She gives tips on how to start a business and provides insights into the dynamic of misunderstood teens. She discusses how to stay connected despite the greatest challenge of the pandemic: social isolation. Catiebug Crafts W e b s i t e : h t t p s : / / c a t i e b u g c r a f t s . c o m p a n y . s i t e / I n s t a g r a m : @ c a t i e b u g c r a f t s T i k T o k : @ c a t i e b u g _ c r a f t s Frederick Buechner, Wishful Thinking: The Seeker's ABCs 119 (1993) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

We hear from a high schooler who started her own business - creating a coloring book to tell the story of the Underground Railroad. Joi also explains her experience of distance learning and the importance of giving young people a chance. Website: https://colorofhistory.com/ Instagram: color.of_history facebok: color.of.history --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

In this inaugural episode of Minor Misconceptions, we hear the vibrant voices and ideas of three 12th graders who speak candidly about WHY a podcast like this one is so important today. These young people explore topics about the church, mental health, surviving the pandemic, and what kind of change they would orchestrate if given a magic wand. These three brave young adults shed light on who and what inspires them. Music created by 11th-grader Braxton Jones. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-tony-behan6/support

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