The Angels Online - Voice of the unheard

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, The Angels Online brings together a diverse group of males - ranging in age from 10 years old to seasoned adults - for an honest and eye-opening conversation about mental health.From personal struggles to professional experiences, these brave voices open up about what mental wellness truly looks like for men today. Through candid dialogue, real questions, and raw vulnerability, this episode sheds light on the importance of creating safe spaces for men to speak, feel and heal. Whether you're a parent, educator, mental health advocate, or simply someone looking to understand the unspoken battles men face, this episode is a must listen.Let's break the silence and rewrite the narrative - one voice at a time.

Gun violence leaves lasting scars—on survivors, families, and entire communities. In this powerful episode of The Angels Online, we bring you "Voices of Resilience", featuring individuals who have been directly affected by gun violence, either as survivors or as loved ones of victims.Through raw and heartfelt conversations, our guests share their personal journeys of healing, the challenges of living with PTSD, the role of therapy in their recovery, and the resilience it takes to move forward. This episode sheds light on the realities of trauma, the strength found in support systems, and the importance of breaking the silence around mental health in affected communities.

Domestic violence is a painful reality for many, but breaking the silence can lead to healing, empowerment, and change. In this deeply moving episode, adults share their personal experiences with domestic violence—how they endured, how they found the strength to leave, and how they are rebuilding their lives.

Losing a parent at a young age is a life-altering experience—one that shapes identity, resilience, and the way we move through the world. In this powerful episode, we sit down with both youth and adults who have faced this reality, sharing their personal journeys of navigating life without a parent.

In this thought-provoking episode of "Disconnected: The Impact of Cell Phones in Schools," Angel brings together a diverse group of youth from various age groups to engage in an open dialogue about the role of cell phones in educational settings. As cell phone usage becomes a national topic of debate, our young guests share their personal experiences, insights, and opinions on how mobile devices influence their learning, social interactions, and overall school environment. Join us as we explore the pros and cons of cell phone usage in schools, from the benefits of instant access to information and communication to concerns about distraction and social dynamics. This episode aims to amplify the voices of the youth, shedding light on their perspectives and encouraging a deeper understanding of this complex issue. Tune in for a rich conversation that aims to inspire thought and foster dialogue on the future of technology in education!

In this episode of "Traveling Tales: How Adventures Transform Our Lives," Angel and friends delve into the personal journeys of individuals whose travels have reshaped their lives. Join us as we explore captivating stories that illustrate how experiencing different cultures and landscapes can lead to profound changes in mindset and perspective. Our guests will share their unique adventures, revealing how travel has challenged their beliefs, broadened their horizons, and fostered a deeper appreciation for the world around them. Whether it's a transformative backpacking trip, a soul-searching journey through a foreign city, or a life-changing encounter with locals, these tales emphasize the power of travel to inspire growth and self-discovery. Tune in for a conversation that celebrates the magic of exploration and its ability to transform lives!

In this heartfelt episode of "Strength in Absence" Angel and friends explore the profound effects of lacking a parental presence, mother or father, through the eyes of both youth and adults. Our guests share their personal stories of navigating life without one or both parents, discussing the emotional challenges they faced, including feelings of self-blame, abandonment, and the search for love and acceptance. As we dive into these intimate conversations, some individuals reflect on how these experiences have shaped them, revealing how absence can become a source of strength and resilience. They discuss the ways they've learned to overcome adversity and refuse to let their circumstances define them. This episode highlights the complexities of family relationships and the incredible capacity for growth and empowerment that can arise from difficult experiences. Join us for a powerful dialogue that celebrates the strength found in absence and the journey towards healing and self-acceptance.

In this heartfelt episode of "Journey Through Grief," listeners are invited to join a candid conversation between youth and adults as they share their personal experiences and reflections on navigating the challenging journey of grief. Through honest and raw storytelling, each participant opens up about their unique struggles, emotions, and coping mechanisms in the face of loss. From the complexities of processing grief at a young age to the wisdom gained through life's inevitable losses, this episode offers a poignant exploration of the universal human experience of mourning and healing. Join us on this emotional and enlightening journey as we learn from each other's stories and find solace in shared understanding and empathy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

In 'Survivor Reflections,' a bonus episode of the Angels Online Podcast, young survivors open up about their experiences and the impact of the Central Visual and Performing Arts High School shooting. Their courage is a testament to strength in adversity. #SurvivorsSpeakOut #TheAngelsOnlinePodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss "Loving" outside the box, in which they discuss interracial couples or their experience as biracial individuals. This episode is with respect to Mildred and Richard Loving and their Landmark Supreme Court Case Loving v. Virginia in 1967 in which the court ruled that it was unconstitutional to ban interracial marriages and it violated the 14th amendment. Because of Richard and Mildreds, the topic and guests openly and freely exist whether they are married or are a result of an interracial couple. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss "Loving" outside the box, in which they discuss interracial couples or their experience as biracial individuals. This episode is with respect to Mildred and Richard Loving and their Landmark Supreme Court Case Loving v. Virginia in 1967 in which the court ruled that it was unconstitutional to ban interracial marriages and it violated the 14th amendment. Because of Richard and Mildreds, the topic and guests openly and freely exist whether they are married or are a result of an interracial couple --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss the topic of "toxic masculinity" as requested by a youth. The guests discuss the dynamics of being a boy and turning into the definition of a man. They discuss what this may look like in society along with discussing their personal experiences, professional experience, and giving their respected perspectives on the term. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss the topic of "toxic masculinity" as requested by a youth. The guests discuss the dynamics of being a boy and turning into the definition of a man. They discuss what this may look like in society along with discussing their personal experiences, professional experience, and giving their respected perspectives on the term. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss the effects of losing a parent. Guests go in depth about their experience and compare the ages and stages of life they were during their grief. They also discuss barrier and challenges they have faced or still face because of their loss. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends sit down and talk about fashion. In today's world fashion can mean something different to everyone and let's face it...the youth are working to either keep up or find their own artistic way to express themselves. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends sit down and talk about fashion. In today's world fashion can mean something different to everyone and let's face it...the youth are working to either keep up or find their own artistic way to express themselves. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss technology with Kids today. They discuss life circumstances and situations that revolve around technology including COVID, parenting, multiple children, lack of parenting and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss technology with Kids today. They discuss life circumstances and situations that revolve around technology including COVID, parenting, multiple children, lack of parenting and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss more than just playing sports. They discuss the internal and external effects sports have to offer and the life lessons, friendships, connections, and more that come with it. Listen in as these individual discuss their personal and professional experience when it comes to sports. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss another request by the youth...Entrepreneurship. Many youth today wish to be entrepreneurs, make their own way, own their own brand, and live life freely. The individuals in the episode discuss their process, the tough times, the resilience it takes and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss the youth in society, their personal experiences, professional experience, & professional knowledge in relation to the topic. They apply many viewpoints and discuss the continuous changes within the system. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

Angel travels to Colorado to speak with Chloe about her experience being a young teen, having a single mother and her preparation for entering high school. Includes special guest commentary from London who is about to enter her teenage years. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

The Desegregation Program in Missouri is widely discussed. Over the past few decades, the experience by those students who actively participated has varied. Fast forward to 2023, Angel and friends discuss how the program impacted them, what their experiences were, and the generational, societal, technological differences during the time they participated. The Generation Desegregation Experience offers insight and perspective on the Desegregation Program. In this final episode, this generation's youth will also discuss how recent discontinuation of certain school programs have impacted their sense of belonging, community, and mental health. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theangelsonline/support

The Desegregation Program in Missouri is widely discussed. Over the past few decades, the experience by those students who actively participated has varied. Fast forward to 2023, Angel and friends discuss how the program impacted them, what their experiences were, and the generational, societal, technological differences during the time they participated. The Generation Desegregation Experience offers insight and perspective on the Desegregation Program that you won't want to miss. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

The Desegregation Program in Missouri is widely discussed. Over the past few decades, the experience by those students who actively participated has varied. Fast forward to 2023, Angel and friends discuss how the program impacted them, what their experiences were, and the generational, societal, technological differences during the time they participated. The Generation Desegregation Experience offers insight and perspective on the Desegregation Program that you won't want to miss. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends meet up a few months after the conclusion of Season 2 to discuss how the content explored during the season has influenced their behavior, changed their outlook on life, and impacted their relationships with others --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss mental health. Understanding mental health has no age limit or set standard; it affects youth and adults. We hope we can provide an opportunity for others to identify and confront these issues in a constructive way to avoid the influence mental health can have on your behavior and direction in life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss expressing acceptance of the LGBTQ community, the effects of opening up, the struggles parents experience, and more. Furthermore, the air in the studio stopped working, but nothing could stop this dialogue from happening. The team was hot, but on point! They made the most out of it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss the impacts on youth and adults caused by the absence of a father; the difficulties it presents, the emotions experienced, and the burden it places on the mothers. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss peer pressure; the influence it has on our decision making and the impacts it has at all stages of life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss bullying, the impact it has on one's mental and physical wellbeing. They explore the struggles, how it affects someone's perspective, and the tragic consequences of such behavior. This episode is dedicated to the 14-year-old Spirit Butler who was a victim of bullying which led to her attempting to take her own life. After being on life support Spirit passed away from complications on August 25, 2022. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss their experiences of single parenting; what it was like being a single parent and what it was like being raised by a single parent. We explore their circumstances, struggles, and perseverance. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel sits down with sexual assault survivors to discuss their experience, trauma, feelings of betrayal, emotions, and how they overcame the adversity. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss teen pregnancy; exploring the joy, struggles, available resources, and impacts it has on a family. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel and friends discuss the importance of communication, the challenges that must be overcome to foster a place of mutual understanding, and the cultural differences that influence someone's communication expression. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Growing up as a foster child in Indianapolis, Kristian lets us in on her transition from Indy to St. Louis. The struggles she endured along the way as a child motivates her as she manages to survive utilizing her own passions. For more information on TAO visit www.theangelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

In this final episode of Season 1, Andrew discusses growing up with his mother and siblings, becoming a young father, selling drugs to survive, losing an athletic scholarship, and regaining a relationship with his father. Now as a professor; Andrew shines light on the importance of diversity in manufacturing He is the Founder of The New American Manufacturing Renaissance where he has consulted with the Department of Defense and National Leaders. Andrew has been featured in Forbes Magazine as one of the most influential black men in 2021. For more information on TAO visit www.theangelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Betty Jane Frizzell may be from a small town in MO, but she refused to allow her family history of murder and addiction, the stigma of being "poor white trash", and the absence of a father determine her future. Recently completing a series on Netflix (I Am Murder), Betty is now an Author, investigator, mother, wife, public speaker and more! For more information on TAO visit www.theangelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

A mother's child for sure, Neshia had to learn her way utilizing trials and tribulations or what we may call trial and error, but regardless she never gave up and utilizes her story to impact others in a positive way. For more information on TAO visit www.theangelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

From the Southside of Chicago and being the baby of the family, Chris took a chance at entrepreneurship early in life when he couldn't afford to finish school. There was an attempt on his life that caused him to re-evaluate the direction he was headed. Chris now tackles life head on while visually impaired, keeping his faith and positive outlook on life. For more information on TAO visit www.theangelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Tune in as John Avery gives Angel his first in depth conversation about his life, growing up homeless and his way of dealing with life's circumstances. For more info on TAO visit www.theangelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

We get to kick it with Ms. Ana. Growing up in the small town of Quincy, IL, She gave The Angels Online a change to get close and personal all the way from the Big Island of Hawaii. For more info about TAO visit www.theangelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Mr. Swink from North County, St. Louis, MO tells us about growing up in Riverview area (Sun Valley) and how the streets were normalized. As an adult, Swink discusses how he reaches out to the community and wants to promote change and growth. For more information on TAO visit www.theangelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel went to Las Vegas to sit down with Daisha and her family discussing life, health, relationships, and surviving as a single mother during their transition from St Louis to Las Vegas. We will discuss how the family accepts individualities of one another, promotes respect, and loves each other. For more info about The Angels Online visit www.thenanelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Had the opportunity to link up with St. Louis' own Anthony "Ray Ray" Perry. From the Northside of St. Louis to the beautiful palm trees of Miami, Mr. Perry has endured many struggles and found ways to persevere through those hardships. From the streets to the beach... For more information on TAO visit www.theangelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

A short in-depth interview with Angel about her childhood, memorable experiences that shaped her character, and how the Angel's Online went from an idea to a motivational & educational platform. For more information on TAO visit www.theangelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Christmas Special dedicated to the youth. For more information on TAO visit www.theangelsonline.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support

Angel asked a few youth what topics they would like to hear discussed in the podcast and here are some of the topics they have an interest in. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theangelsonline/support