Podcasts about Born This Way Foundation

There’s been mounting concern in recent years about the harms of social media use for kids. The sites can be addictive, ripe for cyberbullying and contribute to increased rates of body dysmorphia, anxiety and depression. The growing evidence has led at least a dozen states to pass laws attempting to restrict access to online platforms for kids. The Kids Off Social Media Act, a bipartisan bill in the Senate, would bar minors under 13 from social media. But despite the risks, there can be benefits to finding communities online, especially for LGBTQ+ teens and young adults. A recent report jointly released by the Born This Way Foundation and the nonprofit Hopelab found that young people in these demographics felt significantly safer expressing their identities online compared to in-person spaces.

There’s been mounting concern in recent years about the harms of social media use for kids. The sites can be addictive, ripe for cyberbullying and contribute to increased rates of body dysmorphia, anxiety and depression. The growing evidence has led at least a dozen states to pass laws attempting to restrict access to online platforms for kids. The Kids Off Social Media Act, a bipartisan bill in the Senate, would bar minors under 13 from social media. But despite the risks, there can be benefits to finding communities online, especially for LGBTQ+ teens and young adults. A recent report jointly released by the Born This Way Foundation and the nonprofit Hopelab found that young people in these demographics felt significantly safer expressing their identities online compared to in-person spaces.

Born This Way Foundation #ChannelKindness Scarlett talked with Lady Gaga's mom, Cynthia Germanotta - co-founder of the Born This Way Foundation and World Health Organization's Goodwill Ambassador for Mental Health - about tips for coping during crisis situations and the work they are doing to create a kinder, braver world. We have been in partnership with Lady Gaga and Cynthia on several projects, including being a chapter in Gaga's new book ⁠Channel Kindness⁠. The tips and tools provided in this episode are even more prevalent now. Please visit these websites for more information, resources, or to share your stories: ⁠https://bornthisway.foundation/⁠ ⁠https://www.channelkindness.org/⁠ Learn more About Scarlett here: https://chooselovemovement.org/

Send us a textJoin hosts Charles Schelle and Dana Rampolla on “The UMB Pulse” podcast as they dive into an enlightening conversation with Tamika Tremaglio, JD '95, MBA, a distinguished alumna of the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law.Tremaglio shares her journey from managing risk and compliance at Deloitte to leading the National Basketball Players Association and steering her new enterprise, TA Sports Ventures. The discussion covers a range of topics including player salaries, mental health in sports, and the evolution of sports in the Middle East. Tremaglio's insights on leadership, authenticity, and giving back to the community offer valuable lessons for current students and alumni alike.00:00 Introduction: Athletes Beyond the Game01:04 The Business of Sports: Salaries, Mental Health, and More01:51 Spotlight on Tamika Tremaglio: Career and Contributions03:13 Tamika's Journey: From Law School to Leadership04:19 Memorable Mentors and Courses at Maryland Carey Law05:39 Career Path: From Risk Management to Pro Sports07:57 The Importance of Teamwork and Strategy09:51 Empowering Women in Sports: WNBA11:31 Collective Bargaining and Player Advocacy14:06 TA Sports Ventures: Reimagining the Sports Industry15:24 Global Opportunities in Sports17:26 Mental Health Advocacy in Sports21:01 Leadership and Authenticity26:22 Giving Back to UMB and Future Plans29:42 Conclusion: Reflecting on the JourneyListen to The UMB Pulse on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and wherever you like to listen. The UMB Pulse is also now on YouTube.Visit our website at umaryland.edu/pulse or email us at umbpulse@umaryland.edu.

Continuing our series on fame, persona, and surreality that artists cultivate in the culture they inhabit, we discuss Lady Gaga's ascent into political influencing, activism, and sponsorship with global pharmaceutical brands. We look into her involvement with the Obama and Biden administration, partnership deals with Pfizer, and her incorporation of biotech startups and expiremental chemist within her Haus Labs empire.  About: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Or buy our merch! Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com  Joan Summers' Twitter: @laracroftbarbie Matthew Lawson's Twitter: @_matthewlawson Sources [may cutoff in certain apps]: April 11, 2023: Re-‘Born': Lady Gaga's ‘Bloody Mary' Hits Top 10 on Pop Airplay Chart, [Billboard] May 10, 2023: Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation and TimelyCare Partner to Support College Students' Mental Health, [PR] May 24, 2023: Lady Gaga: “There's a strong mental-health component to beauty”, [HP] June 13, 2023: Lady Gaga, Nurtec have a ‘Million Reasons' to say goodbye to migraines, [MMM] Lady Gaga Partners with Pfizer to Raise Migraine Awareness, [Pfizer] Lady Gaga gives EU a migraine (medication), [Politico] August 08, 2023: Shop for a Good Cause: Lady Gaga Teams with Cotton On to Raise Mental Health Awareness, [Billboard] Lady Gaga Goes Political in Maine, [NYT] Lady Gaga Vows to Meet With Obama Over Teen's Suicide, 09/23/2011 [Billboard] Lady Gaga shows at Obama fundraiser, [Today] Meeting with Lady Gaga on Inclusion and Equality for Our Young People, [WH] The Clinton Emails: [LINK] Lady Gaga set to headline inaugural ball for Obama staff, 01/21/13 [Guardian] Exclusive: Hillary Clinton Pens Billboard Essay for Women in Music Issue, Pays Tribute to Lady Gaga and Honorees, [Billboard] Lady Gaga: ‘Hillary Clinton Is Made of Steel, Is Unstoppable', [RS] Lady Gaga Protests in Front of Trump Tower, [ABC News] Lady Gaga Joins Former Presidents at One America Appeal Benefit Concert in Texas, Donates $1 Million -- Watch, [ET] Lady Gaga on Pop, Politics, and the Power of Women, [Glamour] What Were Lady Gaga and Barack Obama Talking About for So Long at the Inauguration?, [Glamour] Lady Gaga, who performed the National Anthem, has longstanding ties to Biden, 01/2021 [NYT] Lady Gaga Tried to Investigate Jan. 6 Herself—'I Looked For Evidence', Jan 07, 2022 [Newsweek] Biden taps Lady Gaga to co-chair an arts advisory committee that dissolved under Trump, [NPR] July 31, 2023: Lady Gaga dined at a classic Minneapolis restaurant — and no one knows why, [Star Tribune] Hawktail, Founder and Managing Partner: January 2021 to present [LINK] Napster co-founder Sean Parker once vowed to shake up Washington; so how's that working out?, [LA TIMES] My Ex-Boyfriend's New Girlfriend Is Lady Gaga, [NYT]

In the introduction episode of our new series "THE FAME KILLS," we discuss the impact of fame, persona, and surreality that artists cultivate in the culture they inhabit. We start with Lady Gaga, diving deep into the arc of her larger-than-life personality, the double-life she used to inhbait, and her metamorphosis into becoming the character she created.  About: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip. You can also find us on our website, Twitter, and Instagram. Or buy our merch! Any personal, business, or general inquires can be sent to eatingforfreepodcast@gmail.com  Joan Summers' Twitter: @laracroftbarbie Matthew Lawson's Twitter: @_matthewlawson Sources [may cutoff in certain apps]:  Lady Gaga Never Spoke Out Against Rumors Claiming She's a Man ‘Because I Didn't Feel Like a Victim With That Lie': ‘I'm Used to Lies Being Printed About Me', [Variety] Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars Rule Billboard Global Charts for Fourth Week, The Weeknd Debuts in Top 10, [Billboard] Lady Gaga Struggles to Hand Out Popcorn at Joker: Folie à Deux Screening in High Fashion Look, [People] Lady Gaga Reacts to Her 'Cryptic' Instagram Messages (Exclusive), [ET] [VIDEO] Lady Gaga Releasing New Album Harlequin on Friday, [PF] Lady Gaga on Joker: Folie à Deux, Getting Engaged, and the Joy of Making Pop Music Again, [Vogue] September 23, 2024: 'I didn't want it to end.' Why director Todd Phillips came back with another 'Joker', [NPR] May 24, 2024: Lady Gaga Goes Full Transformers Mode In a Car Part Dress, May 24, [Vogue] May 2024: Lady Gaga Says Her New Music Is ‘Nothing Like Anything That I've Ever Made', [RS] July 29, 2024: Lady Gaga Surprises French Fans By Blasting Snippets of Two New LG7 Songs on Street, [Billboard] April 11, 2023: Re-‘Born': Lady Gaga's ‘Bloody Mary' Hits Top 10 on Pop Airplay Chart, [Billboard] SCENE: May 10, 2023: Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation and TimelyCare Partner to Support College Students' Mental Health, [PR] May 24, 2023: Lady Gaga: “There's a strong mental-health component to beauty”, [HP] June 13, 2023: Lady Gaga, Nurtec have a ‘Million Reasons' to say goodbye to migraines, [MMM] SCENE: Lady Gaga Partners with Pfizer to Raise Migraine Awareness  , [Pfizer] July 31, 2023: Lady Gaga dined at a classic Minneapolis restaurant — and no one knows why, [Star Tribune] August 08, 2023: Shop for a Good Cause: Lady Gaga Teams with Cotton On to Raise Mental Health Awareness, [Billboard] SCENE: October 3, 2023: Lady Gaga will not have to pay $500,000 reward to woman tied to dognapping of her French bulldogs, [CNN] SCENE: June 2024, Lady Gaga's Glam Team Dish On Her Las Vegas Residency Beauty Looks, [Vogue] SCENE: July 28, 2024: Olympics Choreographer on Working With Lady Gaga to Prepare Opening Ceremony Performance, and Why It Nearly Got Called Off Due to Rain (EXCLUSIVE), [Variety]  

Catt is in a powerful and timely conversation this week with Larissa May, founder of #HalfTheStory, a non-profit dedicated to improving the next generation's relationship with technology. This ep is an absolute must-listen if you want to protect your loved ones from the dangers of social media and tech. We encourage you to arm yourself with the reality of the impact as we know it today, in hopes of a better tomorrow.  How does technology impact our brains? How can parents reframe the use of tech and social media in the home? Why are children more anxious today than ever before? What are the staggering statistics about the impact of social media on our youth? What should the role of schools be in students' use of screens on campus? Why is putting kids at the forefront of the digital wellness revolution so critical?   Plug back into LIFE with this sobering conversation that'll help you and your kids get a grip on the hold tech has on most of our lives.    Larissa started #HalfTheStory in college, after facing her own struggles with social media and almost taking her own life. As of this coming October, Larissa will have been working towards this cause for 10 years. In the past year, she has worked on the policy front to help pass multiple Bills to help protect our youth, joined Oprah in a conversation about teens and mental health, spoke at Davos to get the voices of our teens in front of some of the most influential leaders, and this month, kicked off the first-ever Digital Civics Academy, a program co-designed by youth, for youth that offers hands-on advocacy and organizational opportunities, equipping the next generation of activists with the skills to influence policies shaping the digital future.    #HalfTheStory is funded by incredible names including Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation and Meghan and Harry's Archewell Foundation.   Thank you to our sponsors this week: Fatty15, Green Chef, and Penrose Hill.   FATTY15.COM/CATT – use code CATT for 15% off your order.   GREENCHEF.COM/CATTCLASS – use code CATTCLASS for 50% off your first box and 50 free class pass credits.   FIRSTLEAF.COM/CATT – your first six handpicked wine bottles for only $49.95.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In celebration of Pride month, join us as we reflect on some poignant moments from past The Art of Kindness podcast episodes. Free yourself to see yourself with stars Javier Muñoz (Hamilton), Nina West (RuPaul's Drag Race), Tony-winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot), TV producer Liz Tigelaar (Little Fires Everywhere), T. Oliver Reid (Hadestown, Black Theatre Coalition), Broadway's Claybourne Elder (Company) and comedian Kalen Allen (The Ellen Show). We hope their stories empower you this month and beyond! Be sure to also check out the amazing work our friends at Born This Way Foundation are up to: https://bornthisway.foundation/ Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. This episode was edited by Carli Sanger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maya Enista Smith is the President of Thoughtful Human — a plastic-free, plantable card company, which was founded to help you find honest ways to communicate in dynamic relationships and challenging life circumstances. Thoughtful Human offers ultra-sustainable sentiments for real issues and a hub with resources and community to help people find the support they need. Maya recently joined Thoughtful Human after serving as the founding executive director of Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation for over a decade, where she worked to empower young people to create a kinder, braver world and also be a source for mental health support. Prior to her role at the foundation, she was CEO for Mobilize.org, where she worked with millennials to identify societal challenges unique to their generation and fund their solutions through grants. Thoughtful Human has expanded beyond greeting cards to include a podcast where they explore shame, stigma, and how to start and continue conversations around really sensitive issues. Learn more about Maya. Learn more about The Passionistas Project. Read the show notes.

We are experiencing a youth mental health crisis. Young people worldwide are increasingly struggling to manage the escalating stress and complications of everyday life. In 2021, 42% of high school students reported feeling so sad or hopeless for two consecutive weeks that they would stop engaging in their usual activities, up from 26% in 2009. Is there a way to eliminate the stigma around mental health and make kindness cool? We spoke to Claudia-Santi F. Fernandes, Ed.D., LPC, MCHES, and Rahul Rangan, MBBS of Born This Way Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta, about the ways peer-to-peer support can benefit today's youth, the vital mental health resources needed in schools, and the impact of Born This Way Foundation's Be There Certificate and their Channel Kindness program on building a kinder and braver world.

Sophia Kianni was the youngest member of the United Nations's first Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change. She talks with Bree and James about why she started an organization dedicated to translating climate information and resources and getting involved with Born This Way Foundation, which helps support youth mental health. Click here for this episode's transcript. This episode was produced by Lead Podcast Producer Briget Ganske. Frankie St. Pierre Nelson from KUOW's RadioActive edited and mixed this episode.

Joseph Arujo is a 19-year old Latinx LGBTQ+ mental-health activist. An undergraduate student at the University of California Berkeley, he is also 1 of 10 Community Leaders in the TikTok Diversity Collective, advising companies on diversity, equity, and inclusion. From fashion and lifestyle, to comedy, travel, culture, and advocating for a variety of social causes, Joseph is uniting his online community of close to 1 million and making a mark on the world. He is also an Advisory Board Member to Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation and committed to the foundation's principles of building a kinder and braver world.

Hello, Little Monsters! I think we had more fun doing this episode than previously expected. We welcomed our pal DREW SCARLET to the show to cover one of his absolute favorites in LADY GAGA - the reawoken incarnation of what it means to be a pop star. Join us as we explore whether or not she's performed at the AVN's, how to pronounce “David Bowie,” Taylor Lautner never posing nude, John's mom  keeping all of his hair to herself, and the Pokemon evolution between Ariana Grande, Gaga, and Madonna. We also ask that you check out the Born This Way Foundation at the link below, Gaga's charity started with her mother that focuses on youth mental health. We're very passionate at Parley Radio about mental health, so please look into them as your next charitable donation. Lady Gaga/Metallica “Moth to a Flame”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdxyVnJMg64 General Tso's Fury “Bad Romance” (Devin's old band): https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=general+tso%27s+fury+bad+romance Born This Way Foundation: https://bornthisway.foundation Drew Scarlet: http://www.instagram.com/drew_scarlet8

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Sen. Butler partners with Born This Way Foundation; The Swift-Kelce phenomenon: Decoding celebrity fascination; Colin Hanks talks new animated film Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready to Deep Dive into our guest's personalities? It's time for “5 Questions With…” We put our previous guests back on the hot seat to answer 5 more burning, quirky and random questions we just had to know. Back today is Rob Madge, who is bringing their one-person show, “My Son's Queer, ‘but what can you do,'” for a 16 week run at the Lyceum Theatre on Broadway. They are an amazing actor and writer and they are now conquering Broadway and teaming up with the queen herself, Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation. It's going to be magic on stage. Also back is a major force on Broadway, Tom D'Angora is an actor, writer, director, producer and philanthropist, who besides co-producing two amazing shows now on Broadway, “Harmony,” and “How to Dance in Ohio,” along with the upcoming “Suffs,” still produces performances around the country of his “Naked Boys Singing,” and more. Tom is also known for saving some of Broadway's most iconic landmarks, like the Birdland Theatre and more. Finally we bring back the amazing actor Guillermo Diaz and accomplished writer, director and producer, Todd Verow, whose new film, “You Can't Stay Here,” opened to amazing reviews in NYC, is opening in LA next month, and will be in wider release shortly. Based around the Cruising world at New York's Central Park, the film finds Guillermo's character caught up in a murder, or is it all in his mind. It's a great psychological thriller that you will be glad you took the time to find when it's released near you. And the questions are….. Thank you for listening to the Left of Str8 Radio Network, hosted by Scott Fullerton. The Left of Str8 Radio Network was created for the LGBTQ Community and our Straight Allies and we talk to and about, celebrities and personalities from the worlds of Entertainment, Foodies, Music, Books, and Advocacy Subscribe on your favorite distributor so you never miss an episode. You can also click the bell icon to be notified when new episodes are available. The video podcasts are on YouTube and Spotify, and the audio podcast is available at all major distributors including: iTunes, iHeart Radio, GoodPods, Amazon Music, Audible, Google Podcasts and more. If you like us, please give our episodes a 5 star rating so more people will find them in the Algorithm. Please share with your friends and follow us on social media @leftofstr8 on Instagram and Threads and Tik Tok, @leftofstr8radio on Twitter (X), and Left of Str8 Show on Facebook. Go to our website at www.leftofstr8radio.com to listen to all shows, enter contests, write questions to the show for Scott or Guests, and if you want to be a guest or host on the network. You can support the show on our Patreon Page for as little as $3 a month, $5 a month, or $7 a month, to help cover show expenses and other costs. you can find us over at www.patreon.com/leftofstr8 .............Thanks, Scott

In this episode, we cover:How a dream with purple pants changed her lifeCreating the Born This Way Foundation with Lady GagaBuilding a kinder, braver world for young peopleWays to strengthen your kindness musclePlease enjoy this conversation with the kind, the brave, the incomparable - Maya Enista Smith.To learn more about Maya, you can visit:twitter.com/MEnistahttps://bornthisway.foundation/author/maya/

Born This Way Foundation Program Associate Mariah Karis joins Robert Peterpaul of The Art of Kindness podcast to brainstorm kindness tips for the holiday season and new year, plus discuss the transformative work being done to create a kinder world at Lady Gaga's nonprofit. Born This Way Foundation, co-founded and led by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Bissett Germanotta, supports youth mental health and works with young people to build a kinder and braver world. Through youth-driven research, programs, and strategic partnerships, Born This Way Foundation aims to make kindness cool, validate the emotions of young people, and eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health. Born This Way Foundation's programs include #BeKind365, Channel Kindness, the Be There Certificate, and Please Stay – all aimed at connecting young people (and anyone!) with resources to build communities that understand, prioritize, and foster good mental health. Learn more at bornthisway.foundation. Mariah Karis is a Program Associate for Born This Way Foundation, where she helps assist with Channel Kindness, Please Stay, and other programs. Previously, she has worked for Missoula Children's Theatre, traveling and teaching over 3,000 youth around the U.S. and world a musical theatre production in a week. A recent University of Montana graduate in Journalism and Entertainment Management, and a Blackstone Launchpad/Future Founders Fellow, Mariah launched her small business, The Giddy Thrifter, in the summer of 2021 and went on to place in three collegiate pitch contests, most recently winning third as the only woman semi-finalist in the traditional venture category of MSU50k. Originally from small-town Wisconsin, Mariah is passionate about the arts, female entrepreneurship, and creating a world where kindness and mental health awareness is at the heart of all that is done. You can follow Mariah on Instagram at @mariahkaris. Got kindness tips or stories? Email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com More on BTWF: bornthisway.foundation Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can stories help make the world a better place? At Born This Way Foundation, stories pave the way for connection and help build a community-driven to improve mental health among young people. Shadille Estepan, Senior Manager of Communications for Born This Way Foundation, co-founded by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Bissett Germanotta, has observed the power of storytelling from her earliest years as a member of the organization's inaugural youth advisory board. In her current role, she helps bring the experiences of others to life and helps share the compelling narratives behind the Born This Way Foundation's programs.Estepan shares the story of the Born This Way Foundation and its programs, illustrating how the organization works to build a braver, kinder world.Tune in to learn how young people are driving change and calling for better mental health support, why storytelling is so effective at driving change, and how you can join the movement and support those struggling with their mental health.LEARN MORE:>>Earn your Be There Certificate to learn about mental health and gain the skills to support others. (https://bornthisway.foundation/current-programs/be-there-certificate)>>Join the movement and discover the Born This Way Foundation's programs and partnerships. (https://bornthisway.foundation)>>Keep up with the Born This Way Foundation on TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. (https://www.tiktok.com/@btwfoundation), (https://www.facebook.com/bornthiswayfoundation), (https://twitter.com/btwfoundation), (https://www.instagram.com/btwfoundation)>>Learn young people's stories, submit your own, and take kind action through Channel Kindness. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDjoC8nonyw&list=PLOvheSThxbiVlmdWeVw7iYr3_N1vl90NO&pp=iAQB)>>Follow Estepan on Twitter or Instagram. (https://twitter.com/shadille), (https://instagram.com/shadille)NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>>Listen to the bonus episode to learn...

The Born This Way Foundation launched the “Be There” certificate as a way to help you help those around you. Josh Meredith is the Chief of Staff at Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation and walks us through everything you need to know about the certificate and their partnership with jack.org.   Learn more: https://www.betherecertificate.org/ EPISODE BREAKDOWN  3 — How the stigma is lifting around mental health  4 — What is the Be There certificate?  6 — Tips for keeping relationships when you're struggling with your mental health  9 — Finding joy in the midst of your mental health journey  15 — Who is the Be There certificate for  20 — The power of having vulnerable conversations 

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In the seventh episode of the series, Professor Lennox is joined by Cynthia Germanotta and Dr Claudia-Santi F. Fernandes from Born This Way Foundation, and Professor Mina Fazel from Oxford's Department of Psychiatry, to examine how to best help support the mental health of young people. Cynthia Germanotta is President and Co-Founder of Born This Way Foundation and Global Goodwill Ambassador for Mental Health at the World Health Organization. Cynthia co-founded Born This Way Foundation with her daughter, Lady Gaga, in 2012. Since then, the Foundation has connected with tens of thousands of young people across the world, launched innovative youth-focused programming, and conducted cutting edge research.  Dr. Claudia-Santi F. Fernandes is Born This Way Foundation's Director of Research and Evaluation. Dr. Fernandes spearheads the Foundation's research strategy, providing scientific expertise in the design and implementation of youth-led initiatives and impactful programming. Dr. Fernandes also holds a faculty appointment as an assistant clinical professor of the Child Study Center and in Biomedical Informatics and Data Science at the Yale School of Medicine. Mina Fazel is Professor of Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Oxford. Her journey into the field of child and adolescent psychiatry was driven by her interest in understanding the impact of environmental factors on mental health. Since 2019, her team has been running the OxWell Student Survey, with over 40,000 children taking part in the 2023 version of the survey, it provides invaluable information for tailoring mental health provision to meet individual needs. In this episode, they discuss some of Born This Way Foundation's activities, including the Be There Certificate and #BeKind365, how school-based interventions can help improve the mental health of young people, and the importance of kindness.

In this weeks episode of The Dude Therapist podcast host Eli Weinstein interviews Dr. Alfiee , a pioneering psychologist, scientist, author, and mental health correspondent. They discuss equity in mental health, disparities in mental health treatment between white and black children, and how racism and discrimination can contribute to mental health issues in young people. Dr. Alfiee identifies racism, racial trauma, and climate change as the biggest threats to the mental health of youth of color. [00:00:05] Pioneering psychologist scientist, author, media contributor. [00:04:37] Empowering voices, amplifying diversity. [00:09:31] Equity for youth mental health. [00:13:53] Equity for youth mental health. [00:18:44] Youth of color: racism, discrimination, unequal treatment. [00:22:36] Examining mental health holistically. [00:26:12] Racism, trauma, discrimination, institutionalized racism. [00:29:38] Mental health: Validate, Listen, Act. [00:33:29] Mental health: Everyone's journey to acceptance. [00:38:25] Heal self, help others. BIO: Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble (known as Dr. Alfiee) is a pioneering psychologist, scientist, author, mental health correspondent, and the founder of the million-dollar nonprofit, The AAKOMA Project. As an expert in her field, Dr. Alfiee focuses on mental health and suicide prevention for intersectional youth and young adults of color (including LGBTQ youth and those with disabilities). She is a regular media contributor for outlets including the Washington Post, SELF, CNN, Peacock, INSIDER, Fortune, the New York Times, and many more. She was co-host to Lady Gaga on the short film The Power of Kindness, produced by the Born This Way Foundation and launched on World Kindness Day and recently joined the Red Table Talk with Jada Pinkett Smith, Willow Smith and Adrienne Gammy Norris discussing mental health. With over 25 years of experience and widely recognized for her ability to draw in audiences and inspire, she embodies her belief that there is enough love and light, informed by strong culturally relevant science, to help everyone achieve #optimalmentalhealth. All Social Handles Dr. Alfiee Twitter - @dralfiee IG - @dralfiee TikTok - @dralfiee Facebook - @dralfiee LinkedIn - Alfiee (Dr. Alfiee) Breland-Noble Vimeo - Dr. Alfiee and The AAKOMA Project The AAKOMA Project Twitter - @aakomaproject IG - @aakomaproject TikTok - @aakomaproject Facebook - @aakomaproject LinkedIn - The AAKOMA Project Vimeo - Dr. Alfiee and The AAKOMA Project Couched in Color Podcast Twitter - @couchedincolor IG - @couchedincolorpod Facebook - @couchedincolor --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thedudetherapist/support

Joshua Hollin is the Digital Associate for the Born This Way Foundation, where he executes digital content in service to the mission of building a kinder, braver world. He's passionate about combating the stereotype that young people are lazy, apathetic, or indifferent to the world around them by showing that they are empowered, resilient, and creative.In this episode, Alan and Joshua discuss Born This Way Foundation initiatives, the impact social media has had on young people, and what the Foundation is doing for the LGBTQ+ community. Founded in 2012 by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta, the Born This Way Foundation is on a mission to support the mental health of young people and build a kinder and braver world. They aim to make kindness cool, validate the emotions of young people, and eliminate the stigma around mental health.In this episode, you'll learn:How is the Born This Way Foundation supporting the mental health of young people and working with them to build a kinder and braver world?How can businesses get involved with the Born This Way Foundation?The importance of accessible resources for young peopleKey Highlights: [02:25] Who is PAJAMAJOSH?[05:30] How did Josh come to the Born This Way Foundation?[07:40] What sparked the formation of the Foundation?[08:40] Be There Certificate and #BeKind365[16:55] Mental Health Awareness Month in May[21:00] Pride Month Initiatives in June[24:20] How companies can get involved and support the cause[29:10] Embracing AI and leaning into the human element of marketingThank you to our sponsor:PartnerHero: to waive set-up fees, go to https://www.partnerhero.com/marketingtoday and mention “Marketing Today” during onboarding!Resources Mentioned: Joshua Hollin Born This Way Foundation LinkedIn LIVE Session and Video ChannelKindness.org #PleaseStayPledge in partnership with FindYourAnchor.us BRP Powers Up Born This Way Foundation's #BeKind365 Digital Platform To Ride Out Intimidation Year-Round 2023 Social Innovation Summit Innovator of the YearBorn This Way Foundation and TimelyCare Partner to Support College Students' Mental Health with “Be There Certificate”  Become a member today and listen ad-free, visit https://plus.acast.com/s/marketingtoday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab your headphones and prepare to immerse yourself in a Gaga-filled conversation! This week, we welcome the co-host of When Magic Happens Podcast, Taylor Coward. We hit the ground running as we passionately discuss the legendary Lady Gaga. We're all in on this, sharing our personal experiences, opinions, and of course, our love for Gaga's captivating music.Taylor and I journey through Lady Gaga's roller coaster of iconic performances, celebrating her audacity for pushing boundaries and shaping the entertainment industry. From her unforgettable meat dress to her dramatic award show entrances, we appreciate Gaga's commitment to fearless artistry. We don't shy away from delving into Gaga's underrated songs and the stories they tell. We reflect on the impact of Gaga's music on our lives, joyfully recalling our first encounters with her songs, our favorite performances, and even daydreaming about the thrill of seeing her perform live.Our conversation reaches its crescendo as we explore Gaga's indelible mark on pop culture and her commendable allyship. We expound on her work with the Born This Way Foundation and how her audacious yet non-divisive nature has made her a beloved figure among all. We wrap up by expressing our admiration for Lady Gaga, and how her artistry has shaped our perspectives. Whether you're a Little Monster or just a casual listener, you're in for a treat! So pause the world, hit play, and let's delve into the ever-inspiring world of Lady Gaga. HighlightsUnderrated Songs and Provocative ArtistryLady Gaga's Impact and Iconic MomentsLady Gaga's Performances and Music PreferencesLady Gaga's Appeal to Black People Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmes Follow Taylorhttps://www.instagram.com/taylorcowardonline

Kindness saves lives, and it is something that we are all capable of and in need of. Born This Way Foundation has developed various youth-led programs aimed at making kindness cool, validating the emotions of young people, and eliminating the stigma surrounding mental health. Welcome to Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter is joined by Josh Hollin, a digital associate at Born This Way Foundation. Join us as Josh shares how his journey led him to join the Born This Way Foundation and the programs and initiatives that they have created on their way to making the world a kinder and braver place. --- Normalize The Conversation is an initiative of Inspiring My Generation focusing on normalizing the conversation, bringing education and awareness to the forefront, and amplifying global voices to spark change and hope. Inspiring My Generation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to suicide prevention through awareness, conversation, education, and support. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook: @Inspiring My Generation Visit our website: inspiringmygeneration.org --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/normalizetheconversation/support

Cynthia Germanotta is a change-agent working to change the stigma around mental health, particularly youth mental health. After working for years as a telecommunications executive, she co-founded the Born This Way Foundation with her famous daughter, Lady Gaga, where she is currently serving as President. The Born This Way Foundation seeks to build a kinder, braver world. They support teenagers struggling with their mental health journey by conducting research, funding mental health-focused projects in the classroom, organizing service events, and many other projects. On behalf of the Foundation, Germanotta has done service work to destigmatize the mental health situation in this country, including speaking at the United Nations. She is also the World Health Organization's Goodwill Ambassador for mental health, and serves in leadership roles in various women's empowerment organizations.In addition to being an advocate, Germanotta also owns an Italian restaurant, Joanne Trattoria in New York City.Follow To Dine For:Official Website: ToDineForTV.comFacebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTVInstagram: @ToDineForTVTwitter: @KateSullivanTVEmail: ToDineForTV@gmail.com Thank You to our Sponsors!MastercardAmerican National InsuranceTerlato Wine Group Follow Our Guest:Official Site: BornThisWay.FoundationInstagram: @MomGermTwitter: @MomGerm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As one of the world's best-selling musicians, Lady Gaga has set the musical bar high. Since her debut album, The Fame (2008), she has sold more than 124 million records and scooped numerous awards, including twelve Grammy Awards and eighteen MTV Music Video Awards. Yet she is much more than a musician. At the helm of the Haus of Gaga--a close-knit circle of behind-the-scenes creatives--Lady Gaga is a performance artist like no other; her forward-thinking fashions and innovations mark her out as the ultimate maverick. Recently, she has reinvented herself as an accomplished jazz performer, dueting with legendary singer Tony Bennett on Cheek to Cheek (2014) and Love For Sale (2021), while also proving herself a consummate actor with lead roles in A Star Is Born (2018) and House of Gucci (2021). And with her advocacy for LGBT rights and active championing of kindness via the Born This Way Foundation, co-founded with her mother Cynthia Germanotta in 2011, it's clear to see why her fans adore her. Lady Gaga: Applause (Palazzo Editions, 2022) is a celebration of a true artist of our time. Illustrated throughout with stunning photography and complementary fashion segments, this comprehensive history follows Lady Gaga's ever-evolving and often unpredictable career, and is testament to her many talents. A must for Little Monsters everywhere. Annie Zaleski is an award-winning freelance, journalist, editor, and critic based in Cleveland, Ohio. Previously, she was on staff at the Riverfront Times and Alternative Press. Her profiles, interviews, and criticism have appeared in publications such as Rolling Stone, NPR Music, The Guardian, Salon, Time, Billboard, The A.V. Club, Vulture, The Los Angeles Times, Stereogum, Cleveland Plain Dealer, and Las Vegas Weekly. She is the author Duran Duran's Rio (Bloomsbury). Annie on Twitter. Bradley Morgan is a media arts professional in Chicago and author of U2's The Joshua Tree: Planting Roots in Mythic America. He manages partnerships on behalf of CHIRP Radio 107.1 FM, serves as a co-chair of the associate board at the Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and volunteers in the music archive at the Old Town School of Folk Music. Bradley Morgan on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

As one of the world's best-selling musicians, Lady Gaga has set the musical bar high. Since her debut album, The Fame (2008), she has sold more than 124 million records and scooped numerous awards, including twelve Grammy Awards and eighteen MTV Music Video Awards. Yet she is much more than a musician. At the helm of the Haus of Gaga--a close-knit circle of behind-the-scenes creatives--Lady Gaga is a performance artist like no other; her forward-thinking fashions and innovations mark her out as the ultimate maverick. Recently, she has reinvented herself as an accomplished jazz performer, dueting with legendary singer Tony Bennett on Cheek to Cheek (2014) and Love For Sale (2021), while also proving herself a consummate actor with lead roles in A Star Is Born (2018) and House of Gucci (2021). And with her advocacy for LGBT rights and active championing of kindness via the Born This Way Foundation, co-founded with her mother Cynthia Germanotta in 2011, it's clear to see why her fans adore her. Lady Gaga: Applause (Palazzo Editions, 2022) is a celebration of a true artist of our time. Illustrated throughout with stunning photography and complementary fashion segments, this comprehensive history follows Lady Gaga's ever-evolving and often unpredictable career, and is testament to her many talents. A must for Little Monsters everywhere. Annie Zaleski is an award-winning freelance, journalist, editor, and critic based in Cleveland, Ohio. Previously, she was on staff at the Riverfront Times and Alternative Press. Her profiles, interviews, and criticism have appeared in publications such as Rolling Stone, NPR Music, The Guardian, Salon, Time, Billboard, The A.V. Club, Vulture, The Los Angeles Times, Stereogum, Cleveland Plain Dealer, and Las Vegas Weekly. She is the author Duran Duran's Rio (Bloomsbury). Annie on Twitter. Bradley Morgan is a media arts professional in Chicago and author of U2's The Joshua Tree: Planting Roots in Mythic America. He manages partnerships on behalf of CHIRP Radio 107.1 FM, serves as a co-chair of the associate board at the Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and volunteers in the music archive at the Old Town School of Folk Music. Bradley Morgan on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies

As one of the world's best-selling musicians, Lady Gaga has set the musical bar high. Since her debut album, The Fame (2008), she has sold more than 124 million records and scooped numerous awards, including twelve Grammy Awards and eighteen MTV Music Video Awards. Yet she is much more than a musician. At the helm of the Haus of Gaga--a close-knit circle of behind-the-scenes creatives--Lady Gaga is a performance artist like no other; her forward-thinking fashions and innovations mark her out as the ultimate maverick. Recently, she has reinvented herself as an accomplished jazz performer, dueting with legendary singer Tony Bennett on Cheek to Cheek (2014) and Love For Sale (2021), while also proving herself a consummate actor with lead roles in A Star Is Born (2018) and House of Gucci (2021). And with her advocacy for LGBT rights and active championing of kindness via the Born This Way Foundation, co-founded with her mother Cynthia Germanotta in 2011, it's clear to see why her fans adore her. Lady Gaga: Applause (Palazzo Editions, 2022) is a celebration of a true artist of our time. Illustrated throughout with stunning photography and complementary fashion segments, this comprehensive history follows Lady Gaga's ever-evolving and often unpredictable career, and is testament to her many talents. A must for Little Monsters everywhere. Annie Zaleski is an award-winning freelance, journalist, editor, and critic based in Cleveland, Ohio. Previously, she was on staff at the Riverfront Times and Alternative Press. Her profiles, interviews, and criticism have appeared in publications such as Rolling Stone, NPR Music, The Guardian, Salon, Time, Billboard, The A.V. Club, Vulture, The Los Angeles Times, Stereogum, Cleveland Plain Dealer, and Las Vegas Weekly. She is the author Duran Duran's Rio (Bloomsbury). Annie on Twitter. Bradley Morgan is a media arts professional in Chicago and author of U2's The Joshua Tree: Planting Roots in Mythic America. He manages partnerships on behalf of CHIRP Radio 107.1 FM, serves as a co-chair of the associate board at the Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and volunteers in the music archive at the Old Town School of Folk Music. Bradley Morgan on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/performing-arts

As one of the world's best-selling musicians, Lady Gaga has set the musical bar high. Since her debut album, The Fame (2008), she has sold more than 124 million records and scooped numerous awards, including twelve Grammy Awards and eighteen MTV Music Video Awards. Yet she is much more than a musician. At the helm of the Haus of Gaga--a close-knit circle of behind-the-scenes creatives--Lady Gaga is a performance artist like no other; her forward-thinking fashions and innovations mark her out as the ultimate maverick. Recently, she has reinvented herself as an accomplished jazz performer, dueting with legendary singer Tony Bennett on Cheek to Cheek (2014) and Love For Sale (2021), while also proving herself a consummate actor with lead roles in A Star Is Born (2018) and House of Gucci (2021). And with her advocacy for LGBT rights and active championing of kindness via the Born This Way Foundation, co-founded with her mother Cynthia Germanotta in 2011, it's clear to see why her fans adore her. Lady Gaga: Applause (Palazzo Editions, 2022) is a celebration of a true artist of our time. Illustrated throughout with stunning photography and complementary fashion segments, this comprehensive history follows Lady Gaga's ever-evolving and often unpredictable career, and is testament to her many talents. A must for Little Monsters everywhere. Annie Zaleski is an award-winning freelance, journalist, editor, and critic based in Cleveland, Ohio. Previously, she was on staff at the Riverfront Times and Alternative Press. Her profiles, interviews, and criticism have appeared in publications such as Rolling Stone, NPR Music, The Guardian, Salon, Time, Billboard, The A.V. Club, Vulture, The Los Angeles Times, Stereogum, Cleveland Plain Dealer, and Las Vegas Weekly. She is the author Duran Duran's Rio (Bloomsbury). Annie on Twitter. Bradley Morgan is a media arts professional in Chicago and author of U2's The Joshua Tree: Planting Roots in Mythic America. He manages partnerships on behalf of CHIRP Radio 107.1 FM, serves as a co-chair of the associate board at the Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and volunteers in the music archive at the Old Town School of Folk Music. Bradley Morgan on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

As one of the world's best-selling musicians, Lady Gaga has set the musical bar high. Since her debut album, The Fame (2008), she has sold more than 124 million records and scooped numerous awards, including twelve Grammy Awards and eighteen MTV Music Video Awards. Yet she is much more than a musician. At the helm of the Haus of Gaga--a close-knit circle of behind-the-scenes creatives--Lady Gaga is a performance artist like no other; her forward-thinking fashions and innovations mark her out as the ultimate maverick. Recently, she has reinvented herself as an accomplished jazz performer, dueting with legendary singer Tony Bennett on Cheek to Cheek (2014) and Love For Sale (2021), while also proving herself a consummate actor with lead roles in A Star Is Born (2018) and House of Gucci (2021). And with her advocacy for LGBT rights and active championing of kindness via the Born This Way Foundation, co-founded with her mother Cynthia Germanotta in 2011, it's clear to see why her fans adore her. Lady Gaga: Applause (Palazzo Editions, 2022) is a celebration of a true artist of our time. Illustrated throughout with stunning photography and complementary fashion segments, this comprehensive history follows Lady Gaga's ever-evolving and often unpredictable career, and is testament to her many talents. A must for Little Monsters everywhere. Annie Zaleski is an award-winning freelance, journalist, editor, and critic based in Cleveland, Ohio. Previously, she was on staff at the Riverfront Times and Alternative Press. Her profiles, interviews, and criticism have appeared in publications such as Rolling Stone, NPR Music, The Guardian, Salon, Time, Billboard, The A.V. Club, Vulture, The Los Angeles Times, Stereogum, Cleveland Plain Dealer, and Las Vegas Weekly. She is the author Duran Duran's Rio (Bloomsbury). Annie on Twitter. Bradley Morgan is a media arts professional in Chicago and author of U2's The Joshua Tree: Planting Roots in Mythic America. He manages partnerships on behalf of CHIRP Radio 107.1 FM, serves as a co-chair of the associate board at the Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and volunteers in the music archive at the Old Town School of Folk Music. Bradley Morgan on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

As one of the world's best-selling musicians, Lady Gaga has set the musical bar high. Since her debut album, The Fame (2008), she has sold more than 124 million records and scooped numerous awards, including twelve Grammy Awards and eighteen MTV Music Video Awards. Yet she is much more than a musician. At the helm of the Haus of Gaga--a close-knit circle of behind-the-scenes creatives--Lady Gaga is a performance artist like no other; her forward-thinking fashions and innovations mark her out as the ultimate maverick. Recently, she has reinvented herself as an accomplished jazz performer, dueting with legendary singer Tony Bennett on Cheek to Cheek (2014) and Love For Sale (2021), while also proving herself a consummate actor with lead roles in A Star Is Born (2018) and House of Gucci (2021). And with her advocacy for LGBT rights and active championing of kindness via the Born This Way Foundation, co-founded with her mother Cynthia Germanotta in 2011, it's clear to see why her fans adore her. Lady Gaga: Applause (Palazzo Editions, 2022) is a celebration of a true artist of our time. Illustrated throughout with stunning photography and complementary fashion segments, this comprehensive history follows Lady Gaga's ever-evolving and often unpredictable career, and is testament to her many talents. A must for Little Monsters everywhere. Annie Zaleski is an award-winning freelance, journalist, editor, and critic based in Cleveland, Ohio. Previously, she was on staff at the Riverfront Times and Alternative Press. Her profiles, interviews, and criticism have appeared in publications such as Rolling Stone, NPR Music, The Guardian, Salon, Time, Billboard, The A.V. Club, Vulture, The Los Angeles Times, Stereogum, Cleveland Plain Dealer, and Las Vegas Weekly. She is the author Duran Duran's Rio (Bloomsbury). Annie on Twitter. Bradley Morgan is a media arts professional in Chicago and author of U2's The Joshua Tree: Planting Roots in Mythic America. He manages partnerships on behalf of CHIRP Radio 107.1 FM, serves as a co-chair of the associate board at the Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and volunteers in the music archive at the Old Town School of Folk Music. Bradley Morgan on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/music

As one of the world's best-selling musicians, Lady Gaga has set the musical bar high. Since her debut album, The Fame (2008), she has sold more than 124 million records and scooped numerous awards, including twelve Grammy Awards and eighteen MTV Music Video Awards. Yet she is much more than a musician. At the helm of the Haus of Gaga--a close-knit circle of behind-the-scenes creatives--Lady Gaga is a performance artist like no other; her forward-thinking fashions and innovations mark her out as the ultimate maverick. Recently, she has reinvented herself as an accomplished jazz performer, dueting with legendary singer Tony Bennett on Cheek to Cheek (2014) and Love For Sale (2021), while also proving herself a consummate actor with lead roles in A Star Is Born (2018) and House of Gucci (2021). And with her advocacy for LGBT rights and active championing of kindness via the Born This Way Foundation, co-founded with her mother Cynthia Germanotta in 2011, it's clear to see why her fans adore her. Lady Gaga: Applause (Palazzo Editions, 2022) is a celebration of a true artist of our time. Illustrated throughout with stunning photography and complementary fashion segments, this comprehensive history follows Lady Gaga's ever-evolving and often unpredictable career, and is testament to her many talents. A must for Little Monsters everywhere. Annie Zaleski is an award-winning freelance, journalist, editor, and critic based in Cleveland, Ohio. Previously, she was on staff at the Riverfront Times and Alternative Press. Her profiles, interviews, and criticism have appeared in publications such as Rolling Stone, NPR Music, The Guardian, Salon, Time, Billboard, The A.V. Club, Vulture, The Los Angeles Times, Stereogum, Cleveland Plain Dealer, and Las Vegas Weekly. She is the author Duran Duran's Rio (Bloomsbury). Annie on Twitter. Bradley Morgan is a media arts professional in Chicago and author of U2's The Joshua Tree: Planting Roots in Mythic America. He manages partnerships on behalf of CHIRP Radio 107.1 FM, serves as a co-chair of the associate board at the Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and volunteers in the music archive at the Old Town School of Folk Music. Bradley Morgan on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Failing is a natural part of life and essential to personal growth. But gifted and talented kids, who often excel in many areas, can find it especially hard to process setbacks. As parents and caregivers, how can we help them cope with failure, build resilience, and develop a positive attitude about challenges?  For this episode in our Life Skills series, I'm talking with Legend's head of program and curriculum, Fish Stark. He's a child development researcher and program designer who specializes in helping kids learn core life skills they often don't get in schools. Hit play to hear our conversation about: When confidence gaps usually start to develop in children [05:26]; How praise can undermine your kid's success [06:22]; How to talk about failure when it happens [09:59]; and How to help your child process discomfort and learn from their experiences [12:42]. Don't miss Today's Takeaways!  Listen all the way to the end of the episode for three tips to help your gifted kids get comfortable with failure and build resilience.  Links and Resources  Check out the video version of this episode on the Gifted Minds YouTube channel. Don't forget to like and subscribe! Learn more about Legend Labs. Learn more about GT School, an online program that helps gifted and talented kids supercharge their academics.   Be part of something special Stay connected with our community:  YouTube channel Facebook Instagram  Twitter  If you enjoy the Gifted Minds podcast, would you leave us a short review on your favorite podcast platform? We love reading your feedback and ideas.    About Fish Stark Fish Stark is a child development researcher and program designer who specializes in helping kids learn the core life skills they often don't get in schools. He is the head of program and curriculum at Legends Lab, where he leads a team of researchers and educators to develop learning experiences that help kids build the skills they need to be confident. Before Legends Lab, Fish was director of programs at Peace First, an edtech nonprofit that provided tools for teens to launch their own self-directed service projects. Fish has worked with the Red Cross, the Aspen Institute, Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation, and other organizations to build programs that help young people grow up strong and kind, and develop the leadership skills they need to change the world. He holds a Master's in Education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a Bachelor's from Yale University with a certificate in Education Studies, and the title of Funniest Person in Huntington, West Virginia from his side gig as a stand-up comic.   Podcast Credits Executive Producer and Host: MacKenzie Price Executive Producer: Lindsay Grubb, TillCo Media  Senior Producer: Amanda Avery Senior Editor: Alisa Jenkins, Springboard Marketing Marketing: Patrick Harrell, The Krewe Video Production/Editing: Kevin Smith, Picturebox Productions Music Producer: Dyami Wilson 

Josh Meredith was a queer youth growing up in West Virginia and struggled with his mental health. The hardships he faced helped him discover a passion for mental health advocacy. Josh is now the Chief of Staff for the Born This Way Foundation, co-founded by Lady Gaga and her mom. The foundation promotes kindness and conversations about mental health. In this episode of Flip Your Script with Kristi Piehl, Josh shares how Lady Gaga changed his life and his passion for mental health and LGBTQ+ advocacy.

This conversation with Brian is so amazing and covers so many facets of relating to other humans, regardless of your relationship dynamic. Brian is a cis, queer, polyamorous, sex and relationship educator who grew up evangelical Christian and came out as queer in 2004. He's been with his partner for over 14 years and they slowly opened their relationship about a year into it. And today, he is also one of the co-founders of queertheology.com!   One of the things we love about talking with Brian is how he weaves incredible learning moments into all of his experiences in life. We have great conversations on hierarchy, communication, rules and constraints, labels, the power of fluidity in relationships, and the intersection of spirituality and non-monogamy... All packed into one podcast!   A bit more about Brian that we borrowed from his website:   Brian G. Murphy is an activist, educator, and certified relationship coach. He studied film production and religion at the University of Southern California as a Presidential Scholar and was inducted into Theta Alpha Kappa, the national honor society for religious studies and theology.   Before turning to activism, Brian worked in Hollywood on a number of film and television projects and produced a pilot for a national broadcast network. He received nonviolence training through Soulforce, media training from GLAAD, and participated in the 2007 Equality Ride, engaging in direct action activism at anti-LGBTQ colleges in the USA.   Today he is the co-founder of QueerTheology.com, a resource hub, podcast, and online community, which explores how queerness and spirituality enrich one another; and Relationshift, a relationship coaching practice helping LGBTQ+ and polyamorous people build thriving relationships on their own terms.   He is co-author of Queers The Word and a sought-after speaker at colleges, churches, and conferences across the country. Brian has worked with GLSEN, Athlete Ally, Born This Way Foundation, and the Human Rights Campaign, as well as a number of local, grassroots organizations. His work has been featured in Vice, BuzzFeed, The Huffington Post, The Advocate, Upworthy, and NBC News.   Check out the full show notes here.   Join us April 14-16 at Southwest Love Fest! Use code EMMA to save 10%!   Join the most amazing community of open-minded humans on the planet!   Skip the ads and sign up for the Premium Feed!   Click here to order your very own NNM shirt! Click here to join our upcoming Virtual Meet and Greets! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/  

Jenna Bush Hager and Willie Geist play a fun game of “Trend or Pretend.” Also, Jenna Bush Hager and Willie Geist catch up with country superstar Dierks Bentley. Plus, Cynthia Germanotta co-founder of the “Born This Way” foundation in studio 1A to talk about the importance of mental health in young teens. And, TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas shares some favorite beauty products.

Actor Keeley Karsten joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss working on the Oscar-nominated film The Fabelmans alongside powerhouses like Steven Spielberg and Michelle Williams, being an Ambassador for Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation and more. Keeley Karsten recently starred as Natalie Fabelman in Steven Spielberg's film The Fabelmans, co-written by Tony Kushner. The movie premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival where it won the top prize of People's Choice Award. Additionally, the film received seven nominations at the 95th Academy Awards, including Best Picture, five nominations at the 80th Golden Globe Awards, winning Best Motion Picture Drama, along with 11 nominations at the 28th Critics' Choice Awards (including Best Picture) and two nominations at the 29th Screen Actors Guild Awards, one being for Best Ensemble Cast of a Motion Picture. On stage, Keeley recently starred as Small Alison in the Coachella Valley Repertory's adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical Fun Home, alongside Broadway veteran Kristen Howe. Karsten also recently completed production on the upcoming title Entanglement, as well as the short film On Being Twelve, for which she received the accolade of Best Young Actress at the Snow Leopard International Film Festival. Karsten also won Best Child Actress at the Sydney Indie Short Festival. Her television credits include Amazon's Hunters, alongside Al Pacino, and a starring role as the young Pam Sinclair in the documentary series Evil Lives Here. She has also written and starred in the short film Viceroy, released in 2020. Karsten is a skilled singer, and her passions include theater and writing. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Keeley @keeleykarsten Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet Alex. He's the Director of Programs + Impact at Born this Way Foundation. That's right - Born This Way Foundation - as in the nonprofit co-founded and led by Lady Gaga and Cynthia Germanotta

Episode 233: Little Bites of Bravery - Life HackNovember is a set of 3 episodes called 15-minute life hacks. I'm calling the November nudges. Each episode is a quick reminder of a life tool to inspire and help you connect to the world around you as you create your best life story on purpose.Today is week 3 and we're all about courage. It's called Little Bites of Bravery. This life hack is about how to tackle the scarier, bigger things in our lives, and Jessica Burrell, owner of Life Amplified is with me for all 3 episodes.Come with us for a quickie. This one's about taking it one step at a time.Tune into the audio program for my discussion with Jess about the importance of being brave - even in small increments.We talk about things like:What is Bravery? — the quality or state of having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty.I first heard the saying “Little bites of bravery,” from Lady Gaga on her interview with Oprah on May 31, 2022; Your Life In Focus TourLady Gaga started the Born This Way Foundation, (Foundation to support mental health) they encourage courage with “Little Bites of Bravery” She said, “Just be a little braver every day. If you feel like you can't do something, just go take a little bite of bravery. I promise you before you know it, you're taking a big ol' bite of bravery.”Be Brave for 10 seconds. What can I step into for 10 seconds? Think about that...A couple quotes we like on this topic: “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” ― Nelson Mandela“It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed.” ― Theodore Roosevelt Tune in while I tell the story: The GiantI found this story in the book -Lead with a Story, by Paul Smith. (American Management Association, 2012, Pg 144-145)Once upon a time, in a land far away, there lived a very bright and trustworthy young woman. Having learned all she could in her own village, she set out to explore the neighboring lands. After some time, she came upon a great city surrounded by a huge castle wall. “Surely I can learn something new from the people here,” she thought to herself. But after entering the city, she found its people too frightened and depressed to share any wisdom. “Why is everyone here so sad?” she asked. One trembling citizen answered, “Today is the day the giant comes.”“Giant?” she scoffed in disbelief. “There's no such thing as giants.”;“Oh, but there is,” came the response. “He stands over 10 feet tall! So tall, he can't rightly be called a man at all.”Skeptical, but intrigued, the young woman pleaded, “Tell me more of this giant.”So the frightened citizen nervously explained to her, “Every year, on the same day, and at the same hour, he comes down from the mountain where he lives. He stands at the edge of the clearing and yells, ‘Send out your bravest man for me to fight, or I will knock down these walls and kill everyone inside!' Each year, one poor valiant soul steps out to face the giant and there he stands, mesmerized by the giant's enormity and the impossible task ahead. Every year the giant slays the poor warrior where he stands before he even draws his sword. The warrior doesn't even move. It's as if he is hypnotized.”Eyes wide with fascination, the woman begs, “Can I see this giant?”“The only way to see the giant,” the citizen explained “is to face him in battle.”“Eager to learn, the woman responded, “Then that is what I will do.”Shortly thereafter the voice of the giant rang through the village and the woman stepped out...

I have the most heart-opening and vulnerable conversation with my friends Jenna Kim and Tristan Cabral about navigating the unknown, coming out, and family relationships as queer Christians with an evolving concept of and relationship to faith. It's the longest podcast conversation I've ever had and one of the most impactful. Every part of it is so intentional and necessary to share. We talk about how challenging it was to grow up seeing zero representation of people who are like us, and how we bravely had to be the examples we wish we saw around us and create a life for ourselves as queer humans. Jenna and Tristan openly share the pressures they faced and still face of feeling like they need to be “perfect” as the oldest children in Asian households of faith. We also dive into why it was so hard for us to come out to our parents. In the last 20 minutes of this conversation, we share ways you can become a better actionable ally to the LGBTQIA+ community.Jenna is proudly Korean-American. She's the oldest of four girls and a pastor's kid. Jenna works as a production supervisor at Disney TV Animation. Tristan is a first generation Filipino-American working as a storyboard artist at Nickelodeon. He is very proud of his identity as a Filipino immigrant story teller and dreams to one day be a TV Director on a cartoon that heavily focuses on cultural intersections. This is a trigger warning. We do talk about suicide in this episode. If you're struggling right now, please know that you are so freaking loved, and the world is more magical and vibrant with you in it. If you need direct support, call the national suicide and crisis lifeline at 988. This lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States.ResourcesJedidiah Jenkins' Like Streams to the Ocean: The book I read from at the beginning of our conversation.The Queerology Podcast Jenna refers to that shares stories of humans at the intersection of being part of the LGBTQIA+ community and having faith in God or something bigger than themselves.Learn more about my Marketing Masterclass on 12.1.22!Organizations that support the LGBTQIA+ community and its youth: The Trevor Project, PFLAG, GLAAD, Born This Way Foundation.Connect with me @lucca_petrucci on Instagram or TikTok.

In this episode of The Impact Collective, I sit down with Shadille Estepan, Communications and Creative Manager of Born This Way Foundation to discuss the organization's initiatives to drive kindness across communities worldwide, train youth and adults to be there for each other, and spread awareness and resources for mental health support. Born This Way Foundation was founded by Stefani Germanotta, also known to the world as Lady Gaga, and her mother Cynthia Germanotta in 2012 to raise awareness of the need for mental health and empowerment support amongst the youth population. Since then, it's grown into a network of changemakers advocating for the elimination of stigma surrounding mental health, the validation of emotions, and the uplifting of peers. Learn more about Born This Way Foundation at www.bornthisway.foundation and follow the org on IG at @btwfoundation Don't forget to subscribe to The Impact Collective wherever you get your podcasts to learn more about modern-day nonprofits that are leading the way in both NYC and beyond. If you liked this episode, please rate and review the show -- it really helps with rankings. Until next time! TIC Socials: Pod: @impactcollectivepodcast Host: @emmashahidalthans --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Generous love is the theme of this episode.Josie Ross-McCloud and I get candid about the complex relationship between a queer child and their heterosexual parents and family. Josie's incredible child Salem is a part of the LGBTQIA+ community. They identify as non-binary trans masculine. In this conversation, Josie holds the most loving space for me to talk about one of the most turbulent and transformative times in my life — coming out to my mom at age 22 in 2015. I share a few vivid experiences from my youth that pushed me deep in the closet and made it seem impossible for me to come out — and I share the shocking way my mom found out I was gay. Josie kindly offers me the opportunity to go back in time and re-do the coming out conversation I had with my mom. This was extremely moving and healing. We also discuss:The need all humans have for belonging.How dark and light can co-exist.The challenges of being queer and transgender and how we can become better allies.And how you can create more inclusive, equitable, and affirming spaces within your home and community for the LGBTQIA+ community today.Josie has navigated a 30+ year career in textiles and apparel as a designer and leader of teams. She's a wife and mother who loves and celebrates all humans. Her life mission is to continually choose love over fear, to be radically inclusive, and contribute to helping people feel acceptance. This is who she is to me as a friend and in this episode big time.Resources:Learn more about my Marketing Masterclass on 12.1.22!Organizations that support the LGBTQIA+ community and its youth: The Trevor Project, PFLAG, GLAAD, Born This Way Foundation.Connect with me @lucca_petrucci on Instagram or TikTok. This episode was produced by Lucca Petrucci and mixed and mastered by Joel Yoshonis.

Dorinda Medley is an Entrepreneur and TV personality. She is a long time member of RHONY and recently RHUGT season 2 based at her home Blue Stone Manor in the Berkshires. She is very involved in her favorite charities and in 2021 released her auto biography Make It Nice. Born in the Berkshires in Massachusetts, Dorinda graduated from college and arrived in New York City, working in the showrooms of Liz Claiborne. She met her first husband and followed him to London to start a family and eventually her own cashmere company, DCL Cashmere. Many high-profile London clients like Princess Diana and Joan Collins became acquaintances, and soon, Dorinda left her mark on London society. Ten years in London also brought her a daughter, Hannah, a divorce, and a wish to return to New York to figure out life in the city as a single mom. In 2005, Dorinda met and married financier Dr. Richard Medley, a former Washington power broker and respected speechwriter to congresswoman and vice-presidential candidate Geraldine Ferraro, and together they worked on fund-raising for charitable causes with the likes of Bishop Desmond Tutu, Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Secretary Madeline Albright, and President Bill and Secretary Hillary Clinton. After the tragic loss of their beloved Richard in 2011, Dorinda and Hannah found strength in each other and in their loved ones to overcome the radical changes of losing a husband, friend, companion, and father figure. Through perseverance and support from her close friends, Dorinda climbed right back to the top of New York society. Dorinda is always directing her energy and focus into her home, family and friends, church, social engagements, and love for pop culture. In 2019, Dorinda reignited her passion for teaching aerobics, creating and touring with her interactive workout class Dorobics to great success. She continuously gives back to her favorite charitable organizations like Ali Forney Center, Born This Way Foundation, Prevention, Joy.J Initiative, Ronald McDonald House, NYLovesKids.org and Gabrielle's Angel Foundation. Dorinda's passion for entertaining was deeply enhanced with the purchase of Blue Stone Manor, a nine-bedroom Stanford White estate in her native Great Barrington. With a recent flood at the estate, Dorinda was forced to renovate and restore the historic property to get it back to its former glory. Nothing gives Dorinda more pleasure than a weekend or holiday spent with great company, home-cooked meals, and the festive, personal touches she is known for. She enjoys the theater, the beach, the mountains, fabulous parties, a great dirty martini, and all types of fashion—both high-end and high-street—and considers all of her pieces collector's items.  Hiya Vitamins: Get 50% off first order of children's vitamins. (deal not on website, so go to this url) www.hiyahealth.com/Inmyheart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this second episode of Season 3 of Couched in Color, Host Dr. Alfiee interviews two members of Lady Gaga's team from her Born This Way Foundation (based on her “freedom song” of the same name). Born This Way was created in 2012 to support the wellness of young people and empower them to build a kinder, braver world. The Executive Director, Maya Smith, and Communications and Creative Manager, Shadille Estepan, join us today to share powerful insights on mental health awareness for youth, and offerings that reduce the stigma and help them voice their concerns and stay connected for greater well-being. Topics Include: -COURAGE TO BE OPEN ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH -SAFE SPACES -WHAT DO THE WORDS “BORN THIS WAY” MEAN TO YOU -EMPOWERMENT -INITIATIVES OF BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION -CHALLENGES THAT GEN Z & MILLENNIALS FACE   ABOUT MAYA ENISTA SMITH: Executive Director/Born This Way Foundation Maya is the first Executive Director of Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation, which leverages evidence-based programming and authentic partnerships in order to work with young people to build kinder communities and improve mental health resources. In this position, Maya engages a diverse array of partners across sectors to conduct innovative research, builds authentic youth-focused programming, and leads effective campaigns that foster kindness and advance the conversation around mental health. With nearly twenty years of experience in the youth empowerment, civic engagement, and community development fields, Maya previously served as the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer of Mobilize.org and began her career as East Coast Coordinator for Rock The Vote. In addition to her work with the Foundation, Maya is a proud member of the Presidential Leadership Scholars Class of 2022 and serves on the Bullying Prevention Advisory Committee (BPAC) for the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC). Maya grew up in Maplewood, New Jersey, and is a graduate of Rutgers University. She currently resides outside of San Francisco with her husband, David, their two children, and their dog Kai. Here is Maya's impactful interview with Lady Gaga's mother, Cynthia Germanotta, President/Co-Founder of the Born This Way Foundation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kiCX... Follow Maya: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/menista INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mayabtwf LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maya-enis...   ABOUT SHADILLE ESTEPAN: Communications and Creative Manager/Born This Way Foundation Shadille Estepan is Communications and Creative Manager for Born This Way Foundation. In this capacity, Shadille supports the Foundation's external communications efforts – including video production – as well as the organization's programming. Shadille has been part of Born This Way Foundation since 2012 when she served as part of the inaugural Youth Advisory Board. Shadille, originally from Miami, is a graduate of the University of Florida. Follow Shadille: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/shadille INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shadille LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shadille/   LADY GAGA's “BORN THIS WAY” Foundation: https://bornthisway.foundation   Be There Certificate: https://betherecertificate.org   Channel Kindness: https://www.channelkindness.org Follow Dr. Alfiee: Website:  https://dralfiee.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralfiee Twitter: https://twitter.com/dralfiee Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralfiee/ Find out more about the AAKOMA Project here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvTKmYKi24I Season 3 Produced By: https://socialchameleon.us Couched in Color Website: https://dralfiee.com/podcast Music Produced by: Mark “King” Batson (Superproducer of your favorite artists and Grammy award-winner for albums with Eminem and Beyoncé)

In this second episode of Season 3 of Couched in Color, Host Dr. Alfiee interviews two members of Lady Gaga's team from her Born This Way Foundation (based on her “freedom song” of the same name). Born This Way was created in 2012 to support the wellness of young people and empower them to build a kinder, braver world. The Executive Director, Maya Smith, and Communications and Creative Manager, Shadille Estepan, join us today to share powerful insights on mental health awareness for youth, and offerings that reduce the stigma and help them voice their concerns and stay connected for greater well-being. Topics Include: -COURAGE TO BE OPEN ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH -SAFE SPACES -WHAT DO THE WORDS “BORN THIS WAY” MEAN TO YOU -EMPOWERMENT -INITIATIVES OF BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION -CHALLENGES THAT GEN Z & MILLENNIALS FACE   ABOUT MAYA ENISTA SMITH: Executive Director/Born This Way Foundation Maya is the first Executive Director of Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation, which leverages evidence-based programming and authentic partnerships in order to work with young people to build kinder communities and improve mental health resources. In this position, Maya engages a diverse array of partners across sectors to conduct innovative research, builds authentic youth-focused programming, and leads effective campaigns that foster kindness and advance the conversation around mental health. With nearly twenty years of experience in the youth empowerment, civic engagement, and community development fields, Maya previously served as the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer of Mobilize.org and began her career as East Coast Coordinator for Rock The Vote. In addition to her work with the Foundation, Maya is a proud member of the Presidential Leadership Scholars Class of 2022 and serves on the Bullying Prevention Advisory Committee (BPAC) for the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC). Maya grew up in Maplewood, New Jersey, and is a graduate of Rutgers University. She currently resides outside of San Francisco with her husband, David, their two children, and their dog Kai. Here is Maya's impactful interview with Lady Gaga's mother, Cynthia Germanotta, President/Co-Founder of the Born This Way Foundation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kiCX... Follow Maya: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/menista INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mayabtwf LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maya-enis...   ABOUT SHADILLE ESTEPAN: Communications and Creative Manager/Born This Way Foundation Shadille Estepan is Communications and Creative Manager for Born This Way Foundation. In this capacity, Shadille supports the Foundation's external communications efforts – including video production – as well as the organization's programming. Shadille has been part of Born This Way Foundation since 2012 when she served as part of the inaugural Youth Advisory Board. Shadille, originally from Miami, is a graduate of the University of Florida. Follow Shadille: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/shadille INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shadille LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shadille/   LADY GAGA's “BORN THIS WAY” Foundation: https://bornthisway.foundation   Be There Certificate: https://betherecertificate.org   Channel Kindness: https://www.channelkindness.org Follow Dr. Alfiee: Website:  https://dralfiee.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralfiee Twitter: https://twitter.com/dralfiee Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralfiee/ Find out more about the AAKOMA Project here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvTKmYKi24I Season 3 Produced By: https://socialchameleon.us Couched in Color Website: https://dralfiee.com/podcast Music Produced by: Mark “King” Batson (Superproducer of your favorite artists and Grammy award-winner for albums with Eminem and Beyoncé)

Thanks for tuning into the Scale Your Small Business Podcast with your host, Jillian Flodstrom! Today's guest is Elyse Notarianni, a writer with a passion for all things digital. As the President and Founder of Townie Creative digital media marketing agency, Elyse is making her way in both the digital marketing and writing worlds. She's here today to break down how to easily break into the digital marketing space.    Elyse comes from a space of high-end journalism, writing cover stories on celebrities like Queen Latifah for print magazines to marketing summer camps for a big summer camp company and major sports teams. She's worked with Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation, co-authoring a New York Times Best Seller, “Channel Kindness.”   We all want to grow our business. But where do we start? Elyse reminds us to get back to basics. It's about ensuring you have everything available to people to make visiting your business and working with you as easy as possible. A clean website with information on what you do and how to contact you are the foundation. From there, it's building a brand, which isn't as complicated as some make it. Develop a social media strategy that provides value and allows people to create a community around what you do. It's not about showing off. It's not about pretty pictures. It's not about likes.    The best place to invest your money when you're looking to grow your online presence is in people. People who can do what you need and are exceptionally good at it. While it's easy to believe we can do everything ourselves, experts in their field will bring an incredible amount of value to your brand.    It's okay to have a simple social media presence. It doesn't have to be perfect! Create a calendar, put three posts on it every week. One post is an informational post about what you do, what your services are, and what sets you apart. The next is an educational post that gives value to your customer that offers them something for free. Then something entertaining!    Batch your posts so you're only spending a few hours a month creating (that time will go down as you get better at this sort of thing) and use a scheduler to get your posts out consistently. Start simple with static posts, then once you're more comfortable, dip your toes into video content.  LINKS http://towniecreative.com/ https://www.elysenotarianni.com/ @TownieCreative Key Takeaways   Make sure you have everything available to people to make visiting your business and working with you as easy as possible.   The best place to invest your money when you're looking to grow your online presence is in people.   Batch your posts so you're only spending a few hours a month creating (that time will go down as you get better at this sort of thing) and use a scheduler to get your posts out consistently.

Welcome to Episode 54 of The Madhappy Podcast. This week we are excited to welcome Victor Langlois, otherwise known as FEWOCiOUS, onto the show to learn about the experiences that drew him to understand & create art, how his life has evolved since coming out as trans, and how he uses art to share his personal stories with the world. We kick off the episode as Peiman asks Victor to speak more about his childhood experiences and the struggles he faced growing up with his parents and grandparents throughout his formative years (5:00). Victor talks about how art and the internet allowed him to understand a life outside his surroundings, sharing the inspiration and reasoning behind creating both physical and digital art (11:27). The two get into a discussion about how Victor entered the NFT space and how he used his art to separate himself from the experiences and environment of his childhood once he turned 18 (22:17). Victor speaks to the goals and stories behind his series at Christie's (33:31) before sharing his hopes and inspirations behind the pieces he created for Madhappy (46:57). Victor and Peiman have a conversation about what's next for Victor, both personally and professionally (50:27), before Victor wraps up the episode by sharing his advice to our listeners (53:11).  In celebration of Pride, Madhappy and FEWOCiOUS have partnered with Born This Way Foundation to benefit emerging LGBTQIA+ community centers across the U.S.. Learn more about their work & mission here. We talk about some serious topics on this show. We are not professionals and are not giving advice. If you or someone you know needs help, please text start to 741741 and for additional resources please visit LocalOptimist.com/Get-Help The Madhappy Podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a replacement for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Follow us: @Madhappy | @LocalOptimist Visit us: Madhappy.com | LocalOptimist.com

“Love That Story” author and "Queer Eye" star Jonathan Van Ness stop by to chat and learns how to make a Tsunami cake with Drew. Then, Cynthia Germanotta, President and Co-Founder of the Born This Way Foundation, shares what it's like being a mother to one of the greatest superstars of all time: Lady Gaga. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.