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The Youth Agency's monthly podcast providing information and education to help parents, teens, and the community.

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    • Nov 26, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 51m AVG DURATION
    • 43 EPISODES


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    Thanksgiving Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 36:26


    Cole Bartmon talked with Jayleen, Ash, and Clove about the upcoming holiday and their thoughts on all things Thanksgiving.

    Cultures Unplugged

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 52:37


    Amelia, Jayleen, Victoria, and Joanna talk about the wonders and joyfulness that lie in each of their cultures!

    The Beginning of the School Year | College Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 48:12


    Cole, Finlay, Bryce, and Jack talk about what it's like during your first year of college, applying to college, and preparing for college!

    Teens Talk About Self Esteem - Body Positivity Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 54:55


    Teens talk about all things relating to self esteem, body positivity, and the impact of social media. Cole discusses with Amelia, Alex, and Jayleen about their perspectives on how we view body image. 

    Personal Finance - An Interview With Jen Birdseye

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 30:00


    Cole Bartmon discusses all things personal finance with Jennifer Birdseye the Director and Banking Center Manager of New Milford's Webster Bank. They have an in depth discussion of how to manage your savings and how to craft reasonable and effective monetary goals.  

    The Greatest Town in the USA - An Interview with New Milford's Mayor Pete Bass

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 29:52


    Members of the YA Video Crew, Cole and Finlay, sit down with Pete Bass to talk about what makes New Milford so great.  From the parks to the people, there is so much that goes into making New Milford "a really great soup".  If you're curious about what's going on in New Milford, visit www.newmilfordnow.org and sign up for Notify New Milford at www.newmilford.org.

    Around the Table - Body Positivity and its Impacts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 62:07


    Cole Bartmon and Annabelle Colonna discuss body positivity and its impacts on mental health. Annabelle's Influencer Recommendations:@Danaemercer@Breeelenehan

    Around the Table - Thinking Forward

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 33:00


    The YA Media crew gets together with a group of high school seniors to discuss their future plans and all types of advice they have for other youth who are in the process of applying to college and beginning to plan their lives after high school.

    If You Know Somebody With Autism, Then You Only Know One Person With Autism: An Interview With Parents of Children With Special Needs

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 54:07


    The Youth Agency's Aine McInerney sits down with New Milford residents Tracey Ruscil, Paula Taylor, Tammy McInerney, and Todd McInerney to discuss what it is like to be a parent to a child/children who are nuerodivergent, and resources that may be helpful to those experiencing this as well.Maria Leo:mleo@newmilford.orgOur Instagram with other helpful resources:https://www.instagram.com/Nmyouthagency/ Other NMYA Websites:https://youthagency.org/https://www.facebook.com/NMYouthAgency/https://www.youtube.com/@newmilfordyouthagencymedia6099 

    Interview with Sacred Heart's Collegiate Recovery Program Coordinators

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 25:31


    If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-888-789-7777 or visit CCPG.ORG.  This interview  was conducted as part of Connecticut Youth and Gambling Awareness Project 2024 supported by CREC, CPG and PGS.   Thank you to YA Media's Jack Morrison and Cole Bartmon for their work on this project.  Also, thank you to Dylan Heydet,  Elliet Shriver, Jayleen Paulino, and students Jonathan Dota,  Tavi Storrs.  Thank you to Sacred Heart University's James Geisler, Brian Dolan and Kathy Katts for this interview.  

    Danbury's First Girl Eagle Scout: A Conversation with Sarah Seo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 22:31


    The Youth Agency's Aine McInerney sits down with New Milford resident Sarah Seo to discuss her accomplishments as an Eagle Scout and first-year college student at WestConn. 

    Not Just a Sports Program: An Interview with Special Olympics Global Messenger Ray Hadden

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 17:40


    Finlay sits down with Ray Hadden to discuss how to get involved with the Special Olympics and how it fosters opportunities for those with intellectual disabilities.Website: www.soct.org

    The Impact of Social Media: A Conversation with Elizabeth Cotter

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 70:07


    Cole Bartmon sat down with Elizabeth Cotter, M.S., L.P.C., a Mental Heath Advocate, Presenter, Therapist, and Educator with a specialization in trauma-focused services for women, children, and young adults. They discuss all things social media and how the internet and modern technology affect all of us. Website:commonsense.org

    Growing Up and the Challenges: Around the Table With Teens

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 61:23


    Cole Bartmon talks with teens, Bryce Lewis, and guests Josh and Emma, about their challenges growing up in middle school and high school. Tune in to hear about dealing with the transitions into middle school and into high school. Please note, that the opinions stated in this podcast do not directly represent those of the New Milford Youth Agency. These opinions reflect the views of high school and middle school teenagers. Enjoy!

    Be a Lamp or a Ladder or a Lightpost: A Conversation with Abigail Wood from the Western CT Coalition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 70:20


    YA Media Crew Member Annabelle sits down with Abigail Wood to discuss suicide prevention and postvention. Resources:Western CoalitionDanbury7 Old Sherman, Danbury, CT 06810Waterbury Location117 East Aurora Street, Waterbury, CT 06708Website: wctcoalition.orgTel: 203-743-7741Abigail WoodBehavioral Health DirectorWestern CT CoalitionEmail: awood@wctcoalition.orgEdAdvance - Mental Health First Aid TrainingDiane Cassidy, MHAT-WCT Program CoordinatorEmail: cassidy@edadvance.org Tel: 860.567.0863 ext. 1252. CTSABStatewide Suicide Prevention Campaign - One Word, One Voice, One LifeWebsite: https://www.preventsuicidect.org/CT Crisis Help Line: 211National Suicide Hotline: 988Text Helpline: 741741

    Coming To The Table - A Podcast With Apex Community Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 67:25


    The YA Media Crew sat down with John, Nick, and Angela to discuss Apex's harm and reduction services. Apex Resources:Website - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/ Services - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/our-services/                        HIV - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/hiv-services/                        Substance Use and Behavioral Health - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/substance-use-and-behavioral-health/                                                        Harm Reduction and Prevention Services - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/harm-reduction-and-prevention-services/                       Support Groups - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/support-groups/Contact Apex - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/contact-us/ New Milford Locations - 30 Bridge Street, Suite 2, New Milford, CT 06776Prevention & Harm Reduction*Van Outreach*New Milford GreenTuesday - 2:00pm to 4:00pmLoaves & Fishes Hospitality House (40 Main St)Last Tuesday of every month - 4:00pm to 5:30pm

    State Rep. Bill Buckbee: New Milford's "GOAT"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 74:40


    NMYA's Jack and Elliet interview Connecticut State Representative, Bill Buckbee. The group reflect on Mr. Buckbee's history in New Milford, and how he helps New Milford in Connecticut's State Congress.

    What Are Teenagers Thinking?: Around the Table With Teens

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 70:20


    Cole Bartmon talks with teens, Kyle, Finlay, Elliet, and Jack, about topics they're thinking about! Tune in to hear about their experiences with education, Covid-19, technology, and what it's like being a part of gen-z. Please note, that the opinions stated in this podcast do not directly represent those of the New Milford Youth Agency. These opinions reflect the views of high school teenagers. Enjoy!

    We Provide Hope: A Discussion with Gambling Counselor Stephen Matos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 49:14


    Finlay and Kyle sat down with Mr. Stephen Matos to have a very informational conversation about the dangers of gambling and discuss prevention skills and strategies!In this podcast, Mr. Matos references the suicide rate among people with a gambling disorder.  Please see this LINK reference regarding this statistic.  If you or someone you know are affected by a gambling disorder text CTGAMB to 53342 or call 1-888-789-7777Other Resources:MCCA: https://mccaonline.com/Connecticut Council On Problem Gambling - https://ccpg.org/Problem Gambling Services: https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/Programs-and-Services/Problem-Gambling/PGS---Home-Page

    Planning For Your Future: Resources Available at New Milford High School!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2023 58:27


    In today's episode, we are joined by Maryanne Shaffer, the Secretary of the Career Center for New Milford High School, and Steven Culbertson, the Career Pathway Coordinator. Together, they will be discussing the importance of considering options beyond high school, such as college and trade schools, as well as the resources available to help students make informed decisions about their future careers. Tune in to hear valuable insights and advice from these experts on how to set yourself up for success after high school.

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    The Vital Work of Volunteers: Katy Francis Discusses New Milford's Unsung Heroes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 28:20


    Katy Francis, the Vice Chair for the New Milford Town Council, sits down with YA Media's Jack Morrison and Cole Bartmon for a discussion about how she and others keep New Milford running. Katy is also a Community Impact Coordinator for the Southern Litchfield County United Way, and a Rotarian. The three talk about how big a role volunteering plays in modern society. Please listen in and learn more. 

    Hunger Action Month: New Milford Social Services Help Those in Need

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 26:05


    With Ivana Butera, Ivana Butera, LMSW,  Director of New Milford Social Services and Wanda Flyer, Volunteer and Program Coordinator  sit down with YA Media's Jack Morrison and Cole Bartmon for a discussion about how they help those in need here in New Milford.  Although October is Hunger Action Month, Social Services works hard year around to serve our community. Please listen in and learn more. 

    Discovering the New Normal: Teens Discuss Their Experiences Growing Up with Divorced Parents

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 76:35


    Members of our YA Media crew came together on this podcast to share anecdotes and advice as children of divorced parents. From double holidays to sharing inside jokes, these teens talk about how divorce changed their perspective on the "perfect family" and reminds them that sometimes happily ever after takes a couple tries.

    There's no Right Way to be Gay: LGBTQ+ Teens on Their Experiences

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 81:50


    YA Media sits down with a group of LGBTQ+ teens to talk about their experiences and opinions on everything from coming out to queer people in history.Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255Trevor Project Hotline: 1-866-488-7386Transgender Hotline: (877) 565-8860Resources/Support:https://www.thetrevorproject.org/https://translifeline.orgMore hotlines, chat rooms, and resources: https://www.hrc.org/resources/direct-online-and-phone-support-services-for-lgbtq-youth

    You Are Resilient: An Inspiring Conversation with Author Valerie J. Walsh

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 65:29


    YA Media is delighted to have Valerie J. Walsh back to our studio to talk to her about her recently published novel "Shattered to the Core", her CORE Fitness program, as well as a plethora of other important issues such as depression and alcoholism. This discussion left our crew with a new perspective on these problems and with tools to help them be there for others who may be struggling. Links:To purchase Valerie's book, click here!Valerie's Website - https://valeriejwalsh.com/ 

    The Person Under the Helmet: Concussions and Coaching with Mason Flynn

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 65:02


    YA Media enjoyed sitting down with teacher and football coach Mason Flynn to discuss his experiences and what he's learned about the dangers and triumphs of sports over the years. They talk about mental health, sports injuries, and the pressures surrounding high school sports coupled along with the support he can offer as a coach.

    The Vaping Epidemic: How Harmful is Vaping to the Younger Generation? With Dr. Lindsey Maloney

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 57:44


    YA Media sat down with Dr. Lindsey Maloney to discuss the issue of vaping, its widespread popularity among kids and teenagers, and its effects on health.

    What You Make of It: A Discussion About the College Experience with Ciara Lynch and Evan Carlson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 55:42


    YA Media was thrilled to welcome back Ciara Lynch and Evan Carlson, who joined our hosts, Annabelle Colonna and Elliet Schriver, on the other end of our podcasts as guests to talk about their experiences going into their freshman year of college. They discuss their own schools, share their advice, and answer our hosts' burning questions. 

    Foster Parenting: The Myths, Facts, and Rewards

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 65:00


    YA Media enjoyed sitting down with Robyn Wood from DCF, And foster parents Jen Gaily and Brian and Sam Hembrook, to talk about the process and joys of being a foster parent.CT Alliance of Foster & Adopted Families: 1-888-KIDHERO 

    Road to Recovery: A Conversation about Substance Abuse and Getting Support with Matthew DeLuca and Michael Gillece

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 71:59


    Matthew DeLuca, co-founder of Confidant Health, and Michael Gillece, a man in recovery, talk to us about their struggles with substance abuse. The two men share  their stories about their journeys to recovery and discuss how they're seeking to help others turn their lives around as well. They remind us that there is hope and help available.Confidant Health - https://confidanthealth.com/ The New Milford Youth Agency - http://youthagency.org/ (860) 210.2030Our Video Crew Recommends This TED Talk about Substance Abuse - Johann Hari: Everything You Know About Addiction Is Wrong

    An Interview with Local Filmmakers Victoria Flores-Argue & Joseph Patrick Conroy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 52:08


    We were excited to sit down with our guests to discuss their career goals and their current projects. Right now they're working on a film here in New Milford,  utilizing our beautiful town as a backdrop and including  our lovely townspeople in its production. Keep an eye out for the the upcoming "Lillinonah".Instagram:@amerikanamedia@luxbeautyclub@lillinonahmovie

    Consent Roadmap: Navigating Sex and College

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 69:40


    TRIGGER WARNING: SEXUAL ASSAULT, HARASSMENT, AND RAPECara Mackler and Rachel Krehel from the Women's Center of Greater Danbury join us to discuss consent, sexual assault stats, building your boundaries, and more in this informational yet casual conversation.  A great listen for rising high school seniors and incoming college freshman, yet still educational and important for all. Women's Center Sexual Assault Hotline: 203.731.5204Our team recommends this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGoWLWS4-kU. 

    Teen Hosts Discuss Race in Our Community With Guest, Jamell Farmer, LPCA

    Play Episode Play 47 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 2, 2021 67:44


    Jamell Farmer, LPCA, a behavioral clinician, joins our teen hosts to have an open and honest conversation regarding racial injustice and the many layers that come with discussing it. In this episode, Ciara Lynch welcomes the newest member of the YA Media Crew, Evan Carlson, as well as our guest hosts, Jordyn Ingram and Alex Pascasio.You can find Jamell's podcast at any of the resources below:Twitter: @CCshowPodcastFacebook: Controlled Chaos ShowIG: controlledchaosshowpodcastYouTube: Controlled Chaos Podcast (Controlled Chaos Show)Trellis Mental Health Center:trellismentalhealth@gmail.comNumber: (203) 617-8790Baseball Card Study: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/1756-2171.12115Jordan recommends Sulwe, a children's book by Lupita Nyong'o

    Your Body, Your Vehicle: Eating Disorders, Body Dysphoria, and Everything In Between with Lauren Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2021 57:18


    Lauren Brown, a registered dietitian and nutritionist, spoke with us about disordered eating in teens, our relationship with food and our bodies, pressures from society and the food industry, and the pandemic's impact, as well as what we can do to help resolve this pressing issue. Listen to learn more. National Eating Disorders Association: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/       Hotline (text or call): 1-800-931-2237Help Guide, Eating Disorders: https://www.helpguide.org/home-pages/eating-disorders.htm

    Coming Out of the Pandemic: A Conversation with Mayor Pete Bass

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 49:39


    Mayor Pete Bass sits down with our crew, Dillon Thomas, Annabelle Colonna, and Ciara Lynch, to talk about how New Milford coming out of the pandemic and what the future looks like for our town. We welcomed to this podcast New Milford students Lucy Jackson, Conner Martinelli, and Gianna Militana, who joined in on this roundtable discussion to share their questions, concerns, and thoughts regarding the effects of the pandemic on youth in our community.

    Candid discussion with the Women's Center of Greater Danbury about issues and services for both men and women

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 81:25


    Matt Austin, Director of Education, Training and Outreach at the Women's Center, spoke with us about pressing topics such as sexual assault awareness, healthy relationships and courses of action, services they offer to anyone who needs it regardless of gender, and much more! The Women's Center of Greater Danbury Website: https://wcogd.orgMatt Austin's Email: matthew.a@wcogd.orgHotlines: Domestic Violence (203) 731-5206; Sexual Assault (203) 731-5204Athlete A - Available on NetflixOur team also suggests you watch this video about consent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOS5_I3Yzog

    Services to Youth with Special Needs in New Milford Public Schools with Guest Laura Olson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 44:58


    Laura Olson, CO Director of Pupil Personnel and Special Services here in New Milford, Ct. joins us for helpful parenting tips to navigate the school system if your child requires services or accommodations to succeed.  Our crew, Annabelle Colonna, Dillon Thomas and Paz Moran, sit down with Laura to find out how parents can recognize if a child needs help and how to access services.   Laura referred to many great resources.  Please check the links below.  People First Languagehttp://www.inclusioncollaborative.org/docs/Person-First-Language-Article_Kathie_Snow.pdfWelcome To Hollandhttps://www.pinterest.com/pin/562879653411713646/The Power of Peers in the Classroom/ Enhancing Learning and Social SkillsCouncil for Exceptional ChildrenEdited by Karen R. Harris and Lynn Mehr

    Western Ct. State University talks about planning your future during the pandemic

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 60:29


    WCSU's Luis Santiago (Director of Admissions) and Kathleen Lindenmayer (Director of the Career Success Center) join Annabelle Colonna and Dillon Thomas for an interview about the choices and opportunities for students as they plan their future, no matter what plans you have in mind. Western Connecticut State University important links:  www.wcsu.edu/admissions (admissions office)www.wcsu.edu/careersuccess (Career Success Center website)www.wcsu.edu/westconnworks  (jobs, event sign up and more!)also check out the career app: UpperCampus is the first end-to-end career learning and success platform for students, schools and employers. Visit our web site or email us at info@uppercampus.com for more information.

    New Milford's Steps Towards a Better Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 31:58


    In this episode, we look at our Community Care Coordinator, Justin Cullmer. We speak about problems in the community and what he's working to accomplish as the only Care Coordinator in the Nation. 

    In interview with Brian Hembrook, Youth Agency Prevention Program Manager

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2020 4:48


    Dillon Thomas, Ciara Lynch and Roxanne Edel produce their first podcast with an interview with Brian Hembrook.  Brian oversees the Youth Agency's Childcare Program, works with the Maxx staff and the Youth Advocate to provide education, prevention services, support and positive programming to our community.  

    Vaping nicotine discussion with Kathy Hanley

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 61:07


    Kathy Hanley from Western Ct. Coalition discusses health concerns and statistics related to vaping devices.  Resources and support are available for parents and teens who want to quit their addiction to Nicotine.  

    Wingman with Ian Hockley

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 23:37


    Join us as we discuss a new program called Wingman with Ian HockleyLink to more informationhttps://www.dylanswingsofchange.org/DISCLAIMERThis podcast was recorded before the COVID-19 pandemic and contents may reflect thus. for more information on COVID-19 and how you can keep you and your family safe, please visit https://www.cdc.gov/.Thank you for your support

    Anxiety in Youth Today with Laura Cleary. LMSW

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2020 34:01


    Join us as we sit down with Laura Cleary to discuss anxiety in today's youth,how to start the discussion with your children as well as healthy ways to cope.DISCLAIMERThis podcast was recorded before the COVID-19 pandemic and contents may reflect thus. for more information on COVID-19 and how you can keep you and your family safe, please visit https://www.cdc.gov/.Thank you for your support

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