This podcast is no longer publishing episodes biweekly. But you can still listen to old episodes and make a difference at https://important-issues.carrd.co/! Welcome to Your Voice, Your Power! My name is Victoria (she/her), and I am very passionate about the environment and equal rights issues. On this podcast, I discuss current events, important issues, and ways to get involved and make the world a better place. I try to give a unique perspective to important issues. Thanks for being here! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower
This episode is my conclusion to this podcast. I've loved making the podcast, and I hope you enjoyed listening. I appreciate everyone's support, and thank you for listening. Make a difference: https://important-issues.carrd.co/
You may have heard of minimalism, but do you know what it is or how you can apply it to your own life? That's what I'm going to be talking about in this episode with seven tips. If you're enjoying this podcast, subscribe and share! You can also let me know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or sending in a voice message. Linktree: linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Stop AAPI Hate: anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Sources: https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/decorating-ideas/a32824185/minimalist-living/ https://www.minimalismmadesimple.com/home/minimalist-tips/
In this episode, I'll be sharing my thoughts on cancel culture, a topic requested by one of my friends! I'll be discussing the difference between canceling and calling out, whether canceling someone is productive or not, and what people should do to think things through before clicking 'unfollow'. I hope you enjoyed this episode, and if so, subscribe and share! You can send me a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0 or leave a review on Apple Podcasts. I'm also starting Spotify Q&A, so if you listen on Spotify, you can interact with me there! Linktree: linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Stop AAPI Hate: anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ S ource: https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2021/05/19/americans-and-cancel-culture-where-some-see-calls-for-accountability-others-see-censorship-punishment/
In this bonus episode, I'm going to be talking about Hispanic Heritage Month! If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, share, and send in a voice message! Thanks for your support. Linktree: linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Stop AAPI Hate: anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Learn more about Hispanic Heritage Month: https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/exhibits-and-collections/ Sources: https://endeavors.org/community-services-news/6-things-you-may-not-know-about-hispanic-heritage-month/ https://www.babbel.com/en/magazine/how-many-people-speak-spanish-and-where-is-it-spoken https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/a37168158/hispanic-heritage-month-facts/
Have you ever heard something like "Teenagers these days can't put down their phones and talk to people?" That's just one of the many stereotypes about Gen Zers, today's teenagers. In this episode, special guest Jade and I are going to be discussing these stereotypes and how some of them might be totally wrong-- while others might have some truth to them. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe on your listening platform and share with your friends and family. You can let me know what you think by sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0 or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Linktree: linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Stop AAPI Hate: anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Sources: https://www.producebluebook.com/2020/07/13/gen-z-resists-stereotyping/# https://ripplematch.com/journal/article/negative-stereotypes-about-gen-z-in-the-workplace-a2a02995/ https://blog.gwi.com/chart-of-the-week/gen-z-stereotypes-busted/ https://www.npd.com/news/thought-leadership/2018/guide-to-gen-z-debunking-the-myths-of-our-youngest-generation/
In this episode, I'm going to be talking about why it's so important to pass up plastic and unique ways to do so. If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, share, and send in a voice message! Thanks for your support. Recycle soft plastics: https://www.plasticfilmrecycling.org/ Shop for plastic-free, zero-waste products: https://packagefreeshop.com/ Sources: https://www.teenbreathe.co.uk/ https://www.nationalgeographic.com/magazine/article/plastic-planet-solutions-waste-pollution https://www.goingzerowaste.com/blog/four-tips-for-starting-a-zero-waste-lifestyle/ Linktree: linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Stop AAPI Hate: anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Soft plastics you CAN recycle: Bread bags, shopping bags, Ziploc bags, and produce bags (as long as they are empty and clean) Plastic shipping envelopes (without labels) and deflated plastic packaging bubbles Plastic wrap on water or soda cases, napkins, paper towels, disposable cups, toilet paper, pads, and tampons Soft plastics you CANNOT recycle: Frozen food bags Candy bar or granola bar wrappers Chip bags Six-pack rings
In this episode, I'm going to be talking about what being gifted means and how that label affects both gifted and not gifted students. Plus, I'm inviting a previous guest back on the show! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and share with others! You can leave feedback by sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0, or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Share your episode ideas! Head over to my Linktree at linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower, or access the Google form at forms.gle/aLKzpVJMFvjDoQyt6. Learn more about giftedness: nagc.org/resources-publications/resources Stop AAPI Hate: anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/
In this episode, I'm coming back from a break to talk about the Olympics and the important conversations that have come from it. We've seen athletes talk about mental health, and share how it's okay not to be okay. Also, I want to discuss how feminism is involved with the changes that some female athletes have made to their uniforms. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and share! Let me know what you think of the podcast by sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0 or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Thanks for listening! P.S. Check out my podcast ad and share it with your friends and family! Sources: https://time.com/6088078/mental-health-olympics-simone-biles/ https://time.com/6077128/naomi-osaka-essay-tokyo-olympics/?utm_source=roundup&campaign=olympics https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/31889339/pop-singer-pink-supports-norwegian-women-beach-handball-team-protest-fines-very-sexist-uniform-rules https://www.cbsnews.com/news/germany-female-gymnastics-unitard-against-sexualization-tokyo-olympic-games/ Stop AAPI Hate: anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Podcast Linktree: linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower
Juneteenth was a little over a week ago, and in this episode I'm going to be talking about what the holiday is, why it's such an important part of American history, and how it affects us today. I'll also give some ideas for ways you can fight racism and inequality. I hope you enjoy this episode, and if you do, subscribe and share the podcast with the link anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0. You can send in a voice message or leave a review on Apple Podcasts to give feedback on the podcast. Thanks for listening! Learn more about Juneteenth: https://www.nytimes.com/article/juneteenth-day-celebration.html https://www.history.com/news/what-is-juneteenth Read President Biden's speech on Juneteenth: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2021/06/17/remarks-by-president-biden-at-signing-of-the-juneteenth-national-independence-day-act/ Learn how to fight racism (My source is Girls Resist! by KaeLyn Rich): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S5uckFHCA_XZkxG0Zg5U4GQGbY_RklZARwu43fqJH0E/edit Find resources for anti-racism: https://linktr.ee/action Stop AAPI Hate: https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower
In this episode, I'm going to be talking about how to fail. It's not easy to fail, but I'll give tips for learning from your mistakes, letting go of perfectionism, and moving on from failures. I hope you enjoy, and if so, subscribe and share! You can give feedback by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0. Thanks for listening! Source: The Confidence Code for Girls by Katty Kay, Claire Shipman, and JillEllyn Riley (Find it here: https://www.confidencecodegirls.com/) Stop AAPI Hate: https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower
In this episode, I'll be giving tips for how you can care for yourself, mentally and physically. I'm also excited to narrate a meditation, which is something I've never done before but I hope you enjoy! If you like Your Voice, Your Power, subscribe and share with friends and family or on social media. You can give me feedback by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0. Thanks for listening! Learn about mental health and get help at https://mhanational.org/. Get tips for healthy eating at https://www.myplate.gov/ Get tips for physical health at https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/. Stop AAPI Hate: https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Music from Anchor and MusicBox Studios (through WeVideo). Source: Girls Resist! by KaeLyn Rich (Find it here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/575645/girls-resist-by-kaelyn-rich-illustrated-by-giulia-sagramola) Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower
Welcome back to Your Voice, Your Power! Season 2 is coming with new issues, new guests, and (maybe?) new music. I hope you enjoy season 2 because I am really excited for it! Podcast Linktree: linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Let me know what you think of the new music by filling out this Google Form. You can also send in a voice message. Thanks for listening!
In this episode, special guest Tim and I are going to be discussing epilepsy! We'll talk about what epilepsy is, how people manage it, and what it's like living as a neurodiverse person. If you're enjoying my podcast, please subscribe and share! You can share your thoughts about the podcast by sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0 or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Learn More About Epilepsy: https://www.cdc.gov/epilepsy/index.html, https://www.epilepsy.com/, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PG12JfJJW9U Walk for Epilepsy: https://walktoendepilepsy.org/ Podcast Linktree (updated to include important issues!) https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Thanks for listening! Stop AAPI Hate: https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower
I recently got my first dose of the Pfizer vaccine, and in this episode, I'll be discussing the COVID-19 vaccines. I'll share how the vaccine works, what the process of getting it is, and what you can do once you're fully vaccinated. Plus, a listener shares her experience with the vaccine. If you like Your Voice, Your Power, subscribe and share! You can also check out my Linktree for resources, links, and more at linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower. It's super important that everyone who can gets vaccinated. Here are some great resources for the COVID-19 vaccines. Get your vaccine: https://www.vaccines.gov/ How do we know vaccines are safe? Find out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bBmQaX2k4w Get the facts about the COVID-19 Vaccine: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-vaccine/art-20484859 What you can do when you're vaccinated: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-vaccinated.html Stop AAPI Hate: https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/
In this episode of Your Voice, Your Power, I'm going to talk about how you can achieve your goals with a vision board in ten tips! I'll go over what a vision board is and how you can make one that helps you succeed. Sorry, this episode is a little late! For more, check out this article from the Oprah Magazine: https://www.oprahmag.com/life/a29959841/how-to-make-a-vision-board/ and this video by Lilly Singh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCb1FTKhIZw. Stop AAPI Hate: https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ If you're enjoying Your Voice, Your Power, please subscribe and share with your friends and family! For questions or comments, send me a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz or leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower
You've sent in your questions, and now I'm going to answer them! In this episode, I'll be discussing everything from fossil fuels to kindness as I answer listener questions and hear two voice messages. I hope you enjoy this episode, and if you do, subscribe and share so I can reach more people. Let me know what you think by sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0, or leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Stop AAPI Hate: https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Podcast Linkree: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Sources: Fossil Fuel Advertising, Cost of Organic Food
There are a lot of misconceptions about vegetarians. In this bonus episode, I'm going to be debunking some of these myths, speaking from my own experiences as a vegetarian. Earth day is coming up too, so I'll be talking about some ways to celebrate that and the history behind this international event. If you're enjoying this podcast, don't forget to subscribe and share with your friends and family, or on social media. You can also support the podcast by leaving a review at Apple Podcasts. Thanks for your support! Stop AAPI Hate: https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Learn more about Earth Day: https://www.earthday.org/ You can still send in questions at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0 or with this Google form. Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Source: https://www.eatright.org/food/nutrition/vegetarian-and-special-diets/building-a-healthy-vegetarian-meal-myths-and-facts
Welcome to Your Voice, Your Power! On this podcast, join me, Victoria, as I explore current events, important issues, and how we can make the world a better place. If you're excited for my podcast, please subscribe and share with your friends and family! For questions, comments, or concerns, send me a voice message at https://anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0.
In this episode, Liz and I are going to be talking about the importance of being kind. We'll also be sharing a list of ways you can be kind and make the world a better place! I hope you're enjoying this podcast, and if so, please subscribe and share! You can let me know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0. Thanks for your support. I'm still taking questions! Send in your question with a voice message or with this Google form. Podcast Linktree: linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Sources: naturalbeachliving.com/acts-of-kindness, randomactsofkindness.org
Being a sustainable consumer is not easy, so here are my top 10 tips for being sustainable with what you buy! I hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, be sure to subscribe and share this podcast so I can reach more people. As always, let me know what you think by sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0, or leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much for your support! Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Don't forget to send in your questions about activism, important issues, or the podcast! For more information, check out the announcement: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DIjpz4x1LnoTDnt8Fz5W1Ut2QkZ_Bg-w/view?usp=sharing. You can send in questions with my Google Form (https://forms.gle/6Bda5F1DfN45LboL6) or send in a voice message! I'd love to hear from you. Amazon Alternatives: https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/amazon-alternatives Sources: https://amendo.com/5-small-steps-to-becoming-a-more-sustainable-consumer/ https://wwf.panda.org/act/live_green/out_shopping/ https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/programs/population_and_sustainability/sustainability/live_more_sustainably.html https://www.usda.gov/foodwaste/faqs https://www.ethicalconsumer.org/company-profile/amazoncom-inc https://www.britannica.com/topic/organic-food
Have you ever wanted to get involved in activism but don't know where to start? In this episode, I'll share tips for how you can get involved in activism! I'll also be talking about my own experiences with activism and how I helped create a recycling program at my school. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you like listening to Your Voice, Your Power, subscribe and share with friends and family. You can also give feedback by sending in a voice message or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. I'd love to hear from you! Check out the Linktree! There's a new form where you can request episodes now. https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Send in questions with a voice message or with this Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-cSgqwqU52KOxmtKybJnRfoSmgGi4pjzFbwYVbFTy4XHvTg/viewform?fbzx=-7949610281319156801 The link is also in my Linktree! Check out the transcription of this week's episode announcement: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DIjpz4x1LnoTDnt8Fz5W1Ut2QkZ_Bg-w/view?usp=sharing
This Wednesday, March 24th, is Equal Pay Day. Equal Pay Day is a day that symbolizes how far women must work into the new year to earn what men earned in the past year. This is unfair, not equal, and something that needs to be talked about. So I'm here to talk about it. If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe and share! You can let me know what you think by sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0. Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Sources: https://www.pay-equity.org/day.html#:~:text=Equal%20Pay%20Day&text=The%20next%20Equal%20Pay%20Day,earned%20in%20the%20previous%20year. http://www.equalpaytoday.org/equal-pay-day-2021 https://www.americanprogress.org/issues/women/reports/2020/03/24/482141/quick-facts-gender-wage-gap/ Girls Resist! by KaeLyn Rich (Find it here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/575645/girls-resist-by-kaelyn-rich-illustrated-by-giulia-sagramola/)
In this episode, special guest Claire and I discuss our favorite books, movies, and musicals that relate to activism. We also talk about art and being creative, plus have a little fun. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, subscribe, and please share so I can reach more people. You can also let me know what you think of this podcast by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0. Thanks for your support! Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower
It is not only Women's History Month, it is also International Women's Day! To celebrate, my grandmother, Becky, is going to talk about how Title IX changed her experience with athletics. I'll also share some tips for celebrating International Women's Day. If you're enjoying this podcast, be sure to subscribe and share! I'd love to reach more people. If you want to let me know what you think, send in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0. Learn more about International Women's Day: https://www.internationalwomensday.com/ For more about Title IX, check out A Feminist Dictionary: https://anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0/episodes/A-Feminist-Dictionary-epqaf4 NEW Podcast Linktree! Check it out: https://linktr.ee/yourvoiceyourpower Source: https://www.workflowmax.com/blog/10-excellent-ways-to-celebrate-international-womens-day
Have you ever heard of climate anxiety? In this episode, I'll be explaining what climate anxiety is, who it affects, and how you can deal with it. If you're enjoying my podcast, please subscribe and share! Tell me what you think by sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0, or leave a review. If you have any serious mental health issues, please reach out to a family member, friend, counselor, or therapist. There is no shame in needing help. Credits: https://climaterealityproject.org/blog/what-climate-anxiety-and-what-can-we-do-about-it https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/04/climate/climate-anxiety-stress.html
fem-i-nist: noun 1. A person who believes in equality between the genders 2. A person who believes in equal opportunities for women Feminism is simply about equality, but you also need to understand what feminists fight against, the history of feminism, and more. In this episode, I'm going to talk about some terms like patriarchy, mansplaining, and intersectionality so you can better understand feminism. If you're enjoying this podcast, be sure to subscribe and share it with your friends and family. If you want to let me know what you think of the podcast, send in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0 or leave a review. Thanks so much for listening! Credits: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2017/03/16/feminism-glossary-lexicon-language/99120600/ https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/sojourner-truth https://www.britannica.com/topic/feminism https://www.aaup.org/article/what-intersectionality-and-why-it-important#.YBtRu_HYrrc https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/tix_dis.html https://futurewomen.com/leadership/gender-diversity/fourth-wave-feminism-guide/ https://www.pacificu.edu/magazine/four-waves-feminism Girls Resist! By KaeLyn Rich (find it here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/575645/girls-resist-by-kaelyn-rich-illustrated-by-giulia-sagramola)
COVID-19 has affected all of our lives in ways that we could never have predicted. In this episode, special guest Moriah, shares her experiences during the pandemic. We talk about quarantining, living with high-risk family members, mental health, and more. If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe and share with friends and family! Tell me what you think of Your Voice, Your Power, by leaving a review or sending in a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0. Thanks for your support! Pandemic Resources: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html https://mhanational.org/covid19 https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
In this episode, I'll be discussing my thoughts on the Biden-Harris Administration. I'll talk about how I felt on Inauguration Day, what it was like to see President Biden's first executive orders, and what I hope the administration tackles in the future. If you're enjoying my podcast, please share it so I can reach more people! As always, you can let me know what you think of the podcast by sending a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0 or leaving a review. Thanks for being here! Check out https://whitehouse.gov for more information on the Biden-Harris Administration. Credits: https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/harris-sworn-justice-sonia-sotomayor-inauguration/story?id=75296716 https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/politics/a35279603/amanda-gorman-inauguration-poem-the-hill-we-climb-transcript/ https://news.stanford.edu/2021/01/21/president-bidens-busy-first-day/ https://whitehouse.gov https://www.volts.wtf/p/biden-is-blitzing https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/shirley-chisholm https://www.oprahmag.com/life/g25954127/african-american-historical-figures/?slide=20
In this episode, special guest Jilliana and I give tips on ways you can take action against climate change and help the environment. You can learn about how your choices impact the environment, who you can contact to make change, simple actions you can take, and more. Plus, Jilliana shares her thoughts on the climate crisis and speaking out. There's also a special announcement about the podcast! Environmental Charities To Donate To: https://www.rainforestcoalition.org - https://www.edf.org - https://www.sierraclub.org As always, be sure to subscribe and share this podcast with your friends and family, so I can reach more people. Let me know what you think of Your Voice, Your Power by sending a voice message at https://anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0, or leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening! Credits: https://archive.curbed.com/2017/6/7/15749900/how-to-stop-climate-change-actions, https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/programs/population_and_sustainability/sustainability/plastic_bag_facts.html#:~:text=100%2C000%20marine%20animals%20are%20killed,to%20degrade%20in%20a%20landfill., https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/2019/12/2/20976180/climate-change-best-charities-effective-philanthropy, https://charitynavigator.org
In this episode, I'll be unpacking some of the frequently asked questions about climate change, like "what is the science behind climate change?", "why is it such a political issue?", and more. I hope this episode helps you understand climate change better, but of course, I'm not an expert. So, here are some sources where you can get more information: Climate Science: What You Need To Know - NASA Climate If you're enjoying Your Voice, Your Power, be sure to subscribe and share with your friends and family! And if you have any questions or comments, leave a review wherever you get your podcasts or send me a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0. Thanks for listening! Shout-out to Martin Luther King, who was extremely influential in the Civil Rights Movement and worked so hard for integration and equal rights. Also, congrats to soon-to-be-Vice-President Kamala Harris, who will become the first woman and person of color to be vice president!
Are you worried about a current issue and you want to bring about change? Well, contacting your representatives is a simple and effective way to make a difference. In this episode, I'll go over why contacting your representatives is effective, two ways to do it, how to make a bigger impact, and more! Here's a reliable website that can help you find your representative: commoncause.org/find-your-representative And, of course, if you're enjoying Your Voice, Your Power, please subscribe and share with your friends and family! Tell me what you think of this podcast! Send a voice message at anchor.fm/victoria-bogatz0, or leave a review wherever you get your podcasts!