TEENS in QUARANTINE

In this episode I finally get to interview a student in Japan! Hear why my guest thinks Japan has fared so well during the pandemic so far and his observations on American life compared to Japanese life. Other ways to reach me... Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com Instagram: @christinetanphotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this episode I speak with Arzou who is living on her own in Hyderabad, India during the pandemic. She shares how her experience moving to India from Afghanistan as a 13 year old has given her compassion for others who leave their home country and have to adapt to new cultures. She also describes a bridging course she created in high school to help refugees adjust to their new environments and teaches those who live in the host country how to be more compassionate and welcoming to refugees and foreigners. Other ways to reach me... Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com Instagram: @christinetanphotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this episode I talk about learning to accept the things we cannot change and knowing what are the things we can change, and using our influence in these areas to create a positive environment to the people around us, especially this season of the Covid pandemic.  In Melbourne, the city metro area has gone into the unprecedented stage 4 restrictions, which is really testing the mental resolve of all Melbournians.  However, in the midst of all this, true freedom and peace are still possible to those who believe the all-knowing, all-powerful,  all-loving God is ultimately the only one in control.  We hear from a sweet young creative in Melbourne who is using this isolation to create music and art that expresses how she feels during this season of Covid 19.  Other ways to reach me... Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com  Instagram account: @christinetanphotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

To see the virtual photoshoot of Savannah, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Check out the clothing brand she and her brother have started in Instagram @kweli.wear Other ways to reach me... Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me or on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this interview, a young musician from Kabul shares his story of courage in how he uses music, which had been banned in his country for generations,  to express his feelings about living in the midst of war and a pandemic. Organizations mentioned in this episode: The Afghan Child Education and Care Organization -  https://www.afceco.org Afghanistan National Institute of Music - https://www.anim-music.org BBC Article, "Why Is there a War in Afghanistan?" - https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-49192495 To see the virtual photoshoot of Arson, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Other ways to reach me... Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me or on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this episode I have a conversation with my brother-in-law, Dr. Timothy Tan, about his experience as an ER doctor in the borough of Queens, which was the "epicenter of the epicenter" of the Covid-19 outbreak in the US in early April 2020.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

To see the virtual photoshoot of Hanifa, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Other ways to reach me... Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me or on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this special "Meet the Family" episode, listen in on a conversation with my dad about the Covid pandemic. Also, in light of the recent protests in the US around race and racism, hear about his experience with systemic racism. He also gives his wisdom on the importance of being intentional in relationships to the younger generation.    Ways to reach me. Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me or on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

To see the virtual photoshoot of Caleb and his sister, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Other ways to reach me... Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me or on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

Today I speak to the school captains of Glen Waverley Secondary College about their experience with distance learning from home during the pandemic and what they think the future holds of for online learning. To view the thank you video they created for their teachers, head over to this link... https://tinyurl.com/ydg4apyr To see the virtual photoshoot from the GWSC school captains, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Other ways to reach me... Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me or on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this episode we go to France and talk with Gabriel-Marie to hear about the pandemic affected his plans to study abroad in South America. To see Gabriel's virtual photoshoot, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Now is the best time to build up old and new friendships while life has slowed down a bit. Email me or DM me to share with me when you've made the reconnection! Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me or on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

The final stories from the "Children of Hope" series covering the work and ministry of Christ's Hope in Okanjandra, Namibia during Covid-19. Make a donation to support the work of Christ's Hope in Africa! Click here to learn more about Christ's Hope and sponsoring a child with a monthly donation. https://christshope.org Click on this link to go to the page for the TIQ podcast "Children of Hope" fundraiser to make a one time donation. https://www.classy.org/fundraiser/2772749 You can reach me at Email: teensinquarantine@gmail.com Instagram: @ChristineTanPhotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

Today my neighbour shares how the pandemic has changed the experience of her last year of high school. Reach me at teensinquarantine@gmail.com DM on Instagram at @ChristineTanPhotography Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography to see the images from all the virtual photoshoots from those I interview on the podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

Stories of some of the world's most vulnerable teens in Siteki, Eswatini during Covid-19. Make a donation to support the work of Christ's Hope in Africa! Click here to learn more about Christ's Hope and sponsoring a child with a monthly donation. https://christshope.org Click on this link to go to the page for the TIQ podcast "Children of Hope" fundraiser to make a one time donation. https://www.classy.org/fundraiser/2772749 You can reach me at Email: teensinquarantine@gmail.com Instagram: @ChristineTanPhotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

Stories of some of the world's most vulnerable teens in Kampala, Uganda during Covid-19. Make a donation to support the work of Christ's Hope in Africa! Click on this link to go to the page for the TIQ podcast "Children of Hope" fundraiser. https://www.classy.org/fundraiser/2772749 You can reach me at Email: teensinquarantine@gmail.com Instagram: @ChristineTanPhotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this first episode of the Season 2, I introduce the organization Christ's Hope and the work they are doing in Africa among some of the world's most vulnerable children. Have a quick listen because this episode will set the stage for the upcoming episodes from various countries in Africa. Go to www.ChristsHope.org to learn more about the work they do in Africa. Reach me at teensinquarantine@gmail.com DM on Instagram at @ChristineTanPhotography Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography to see the images from all the virtual photoshoots from those I interview on the podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this last episode of season 1, we return to California to hear how one teen is handling the isolation with her newly blended family how a golden retriever puppy has joined the family and made life more bearable.  Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me or on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography Know a teen doing something that inspires hope, courage, or creativity during the pandemic? Send me an email if you want to nominate someone you know from ANYWHERE in the world.  Let me know why you think they should be on the show and how I can contact them. (Facebook, Instagram, iMessage, WhatsApp, email, etc.) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

We're rolling into Season 2 of the Teens in Quarantine Podcast! This short trailer tells you what you can all look forward to. I love hearing from listeners. You can reach me at teensinquarantine@gmail.com On Instagram, you can find me at @ChristineTanPhotography Virtual photoshoots of everyone I interview are on my website - www.ChristinTanPhotography.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this episode we go to Australia and talk with Seonaid to hear about the pandemic affected her life as an expat in China. To see Seonaid's virtual photoshoot, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Episode 10 Challenge - Think of someone you haven't seen in a really long time. Even before the pandemic hit, this was a person you may have lost touch with but would want to re-connect. Then this week, look them up and set up a time to catch up with them over a voice or video call. Friendships take time and effort. Now is the best time to build up old and new friendships while life has slowed down a bit. Email me or DM me to share with me when you've made the reconnection! Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me or on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography Know a teen doing something that inspires hope, courage, or creativity during the pandemic? Send me an email if you want to nominate someone you know from ANYWHERE in the world. Let me know why you think they should be on the show and how I can contact them. (Facebook, Instagram, iMessage, WhatsApp, email, etc.) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

Episode 9:  Happy Mother's Day 2020! This is just a bonus episode that I put together in one day to honor my mom from half way around the world, and to commemorate Mother's Day 2020 during the pandemic of Covid 19. Thanks to all the teens to contributed to this episode on such short notice! We'll be back with stories from teens in Episode 10.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

At the time of this podcast, Germany was one of the safest countries to live in during this Covid 19 pandemic not only in the European Union but the world. In this episode we go to Germany and talk with Hanna how her a strong foundation in family identity has helped them to thrive during the pandemic in their Berlin apartment. To see Hanna's virtual photoshoot, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Episode 8 Challenge - Hanna shared with me a recipe she created for a healthy dish to complement her active lifestyle and powerlifting. Complete the challenge for this episode by making this recipe below and let me know how it goes! Did you use the secret ingredient, the peanut sauce? Hanna's Isolation Recipe Ingredients: onions, garlic, zucchini, sweet potato, eggplant, carrots +anything else you want -soya chicken -peanut sauce (can be bought or homemade) Directions: 1. chop everything up 2. sear garlic and onion with olive oil, a little soy sauce and tiny bit brown sugar 3. add vegetables that take longer to cook first and let simmer (maybe add a little water) 4. add other vegetables and soya chicken 5. add peanut sauce (I used satay sauce.) 6. cook the rice noodles and add them to the sauce when ready Email me or DM me when you've made this recipe! Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me or on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography Know a teen doing something that inspires hope, courage, or creativity during the pandemic? Send me an email if you want to nominate someone you know from ANYWHERE in the world. Let me know why you think they should be on the show and how I can contact them. (Facebook, Instagram, iMessage, WhatsApp, email, etc.) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this bonus episode of the Teens in Quarantine podcast and part of my "Meet the Fam" edition, I break from the norm of speaking to teens to share with you a conversation I had with my sister and a friend. They are two moms in the midwest of America expecting to deliver a baby during this pandemic. They share their experience with me and offer some insight on how they think life for their babies will look differently after this pandemic. Share with me how you think life will change either after the pandemic is over or once get a handle on how to live with Covid 19. Send me your thoughts to teensinquaratine@gmail.com. or DM me at Instagram at @christinetanphotography --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this episode we go to Bolivia and talk with Alejandra about loss and the things this pandemic have taken from her and so many people. To see Alejandra's virtual photoshoot, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Episode 6 Challenge - Ask someone what is one thing they have lost because of this pandemic and how they feel about it. Tell them it's okay to grieve over what has been lost. Let them know it's important to be able to name the things that we have lost in order to move towards being grateful for what we still have. Email me or DM me when you've asked someone this question. Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me or on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography Know a teen doing something that inspires hope, courage, or creativity during the pandemic? Send me an email if you want to nominate someone you know from ANYWHERE in the world. Let me know why you think they should be on the show and how I can contact them. (Facebook, Instagram, iMessage, WhatsApp, email, etc.) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this episode we go to Singapore a small but densely populated country in south east Asia where Chuan En explains how the isolation has given her news eyes to being more grateful. To see Chuan En's virtual photoshoot, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Episode 5 Challenge - Send me a voice message of your top 10 list of things that you are grateful for right now, in the midst of this. pandemic. Use the link at the bottom of these show notes to send the voice mail. Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography Know a teen doing something that inspires hope, courage, or creativity during the pandemic? Send me an email if you want to nominate someone you know from ANYWHERE in the world. Let me know why you think they should be on the show and how I can contact them. (Facebook, Instagram, iMessage, WhatsApp, email, etc.) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this episode, we hear from Colette who is spending her period of isolation with her family of 7 in California. While living out her stay-at-home orders in her new bedroom, she is creating art work and writing 1000 words a day.  To see Colette's virtual photoshoot, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page.  Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Episode 4 Challenge - Listen to Collette's "topical poem" at the end of the podcast. She needs our help coming up with a name for this literary work. Send me your best suggestions for a title for this poem. I'll share them with Colette and let you know if she chose your title! Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com   DM me on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography   Know a teen doing something that inspires hope, courage, or creativity during the pandemic? Send me an email if you want to nominate someone you know from ANYWHERE in the world.  Let me know why you think they should be on the show and how I can contact them. (Facebook, Instagram, iMessage, WhatsApp, email, etc.) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

Episode 3 Show Notes This episode we talk with Zoe, an American who is spending her quarantine in an apartment with her parents and brother and sister in Split, Croatia. To see Zoe's virtual photoshoot, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Episode 3 Challenge - Find Split, Croatia on Google Maps or any map. Then email or DM me the answers to these 3 questions. 1. What is the capital of Croatia? 2. What body of water borders Croatia? 3. What breed of large dog is believed to have come from the region that Zoe is currently in quarantine? Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me on my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography Know a teen doing something that inspires hope, courage, or creativity during the pandemic? Send me an email if you want to nominate someone you know from ANYWHERE in the world. Let me know why you think they should be on the show and how I can contact them. (Facebook, Instagram, iMessage, WhatsApp, email, etc.) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

Episode 2 This episode we talk with Zoe who is quarantined in her home with her parents and sister in California. She's watching Star Wars for the FIRST time, baking, and spending a lot of time on Zoom. She's gained more appreciation for in person relationships though this tough time and reminds us that she's only "One Call Away" on her ukelele. To see Zoe's virtual photoshoot, go to my website and click on the big "Teens in Quarantine" button on the home page. Website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com Episode 2 Challenge - Write and Send a Letter to someone you miss and haven't seen since the pandemic began. Let me know you completed the challenge by sending me an email or DM. Email: TeensInQuarantine@gmail.com DM me through my Instagram account: @christinetanphotography Know a teen doing something that inspires hope, courage, or creativity during the pandemic? Send me an email if you want to nominate someone you know from ANYWHERE in the world. Let me know why you think they should be on the show and how I can contact them. (Facebook, Instagram, iMessage, WhatsApp, email, etc.) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message

In this episode I introduce myself and explain how the idea of this podcast came to be. Originally a wife, mom, home educator, and photographer from United States, podcasting was not even an idea in my mind. But when I moved to Australia last year and found myself listening to more podcasts from speakers back in the US, the idea of one day starting didn’t seem so impossible. Enter coronavirus, a.k.a. Covid–19. It wasn’t that I found myself with more time on my hands like some folks. We had just moved to a new house in the midst of all the new quarantine rules and I was back to homeschooling 4 boys since schools were closed. However, it was more out of a desire to want to create something new and beautiful during uncertain times, hoping that it would also bring some help to others, especially teens, as we all work out what a new normal looks like during this time. So I turned to podcasting the stories of teens during this worldwide pandemic. Without the ability to meet people in person anymore , I resorted to the tools still at my disposal, which were my computer, still my camera, and my connections. Referenced in this episode. Jeremy Cowart - https://www.jeremycowart.com #lovetransported Instagram: @ChristineTanPhotography website: www.ChristineTanPhotography.com HELP ME reach my personal goal to interview teens from every continent! Send me an email if you want to nominate someone you know from ANYWHERE in the world. Let me know where they are from and a way to contact them (via Facebook, Instagram, iMessage, WhatsApp, email...) If you know a teen or you ARE a teen with a story to share on the podcast. EMAIL: teensinquarantine@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christine6552/message