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SummaryIn this episode of the Gird Up Podcast, host Charlie Ungemach welcomes George Hogan, a student at Martin Luther College and an accomplished organist, to discuss the significance of liturgy and music in the Lutheran tradition. The conversation begins with George's background in theater and music, highlighting his passion for the organ and its role in worship. They explore the value of young people engaging in the arts, particularly theater, and how it fosters discipline and public speaking skills. As the discussion shifts towards church music, George emphasizes the importance of the organ in leading congregational singing, arguing that its unique sound and historical significance make it an irreplaceable instrument in worship settings.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Gird Up Podcast03:22 Meet George Hogan: A Passion for Music07:21 The Value of Young People in the Arts12:19 George's Journey into Playing the Organ21:06 The Historical Significance of the Organ in Worship26:42 Why the Organ Should Remain in Modern Worship33:43 The Essence of Congregational Singing35:47 Historical Context of Worship Practices41:43 The Importance of Authenticity in Worship49:35 The Role of Music in Ministry01:12:23 George's Journey to the Ministry01:18:04 charlieungemach-outro (1).mp4George's Links:Luther Prep - https://www.lps.wels.net/Martin Luther College - https://mlc-wels.edu/Gird Up Links:https://youtube.com/@girdupministries4911?si=tbCa0SOiluVl8UFxhttps://www.instagram.com/girdup_be_a_man/https://www.girdupministries.com

Ann Stevenson-Yang and Gordon Chang comment on the low spirits and isolation of mainland Chinese singles, examining the demographic and social crisis as young people struggle with loneliness and economic pressures.

Reform UK has announced Matt Goodwin as its candidate for the hotly anticipated Gorton and Denton byelection. John Harris and Kiran Stacey discuss his chances. Plus, John speaks to Esther Ghey about why the government should back a social media ban for under-16s. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

Send us a textPaul English discusses the transformative impact of AI on careers, emphasizing the need for individuals to become AI-native and embrace new technologies. He highlights the importance of networking, teamwork, and personal development while also addressing the potential job losses due to automation. English encourages young people to explore opportunities in traditional trades and to be proactive in their career development. He shares insights on stress management, the significance of positive relationships, and the balance between entrepreneurship and traditional employment.Takeaways:AI is both a threat and an opportunity for careers.Learning AI skills is essential for future job security.Networking and teamwork are crucial for career advancement.Stress management is key to maintaining productivity.Identifying and solving problems can lead to successful entrepreneurship.Research strategies should leverage AI tools effectively.Good taste and creativity will be valuable in the future job market.Surrounding yourself with positive influences is important.Being a good person can lead to greater success.It's okay to start with any job and excel at it. Chapters:00:00 Navigating the Future: AI's Impact on Careers09:35 Embracing AI: Skills for the Future17:55 Opportunities in Traditional Industries25:46 Stress Management and Productivity35:19 The Importance of Positivity and NetworkingConnect with Paul! https://www.linkedin.com/in/englishpaulm/Connect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

In this episode of Creative Guts, co-hosts Becky Barsi and Joe Acone sit down with award-winning graphic novelist, educator, and former National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, Gene Luen Yan.Gene is best known for groundbreaking works like American Born Chinese, Boxers & Saints, and Dragon Hoops, which have helped redefine what comics and graphic novels can do in classrooms. His stories blend humor, heart, and mythology with his own personal experiences and explorations of identity, belonging, and the power of storytelling. In this conversation, Gene reflects on his creative journey, the responsibility and possibility of making art for young readers, and how comics can act as a bridge between cultures, generations, and lived experiences.You can find Gene's work at www.geneluenyang.com, and follow him on Instagram at www.instagram.com/geneluenyang.Listen to this episode wherever you listen to podcasts or on our website www.CreativeGutsPodcast.com. Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Discord. Creative Guts recently moved our newsletter to Substack, and you can find us at creativegutspod.substack.com. If you love listening, consider making a donation to Creative Guts! Our budget is tiny, so donations of any size make a big difference. Learn more about us and make a tax deductible donation at www.CreativeGutsPodcast.com. Thank you to our friends at Art Up Front Street Studios and Gallery in Exeter, NH and the Rochester Museum of Fine Arts in Rochester, NH for their support of the show!Any views or opinions expressed by our hosts or guests do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Creative Guts.

Most people think weakness is beaten with motivation. It's not. Weakness is eliminated with standards. After years on Wall Street and building businesses, I learned the hard way that comfort kills more dreams than failure ever will. The people who break through don't feel their way forward. They enforce rules on themselves. In this raw episode, I break down eight brutal truths most people need to hear. Why motivation doesn't kill weakness but standards do. Why your inner circle will either save or sabotage your life. Why confidence comes after action, not before. And why setting goals you never fully reach is one of the most unfair advantages in life. You'll also learn why elite performance requires being a little unhinged, why you get paid to practice not perform, and why winners aren't special, they're obsessed with proving themselves. This isn't theory. It's applied psychology backed by real research and hard lessons. From self-control predicting success more than IQ to social circles shaping outcomes, this episode will change how you think about discipline, standards, and what it actually takes to kill weakness for good. Building real wealth doesn't require a flashy startup — it just takes one boring, cash-flowing business. Join me at Main Street Millionaire Live to get my exact playbook for finding, buying, and scaling a business. Stop wondering how ownership could change your life, and come find out: https://contrarianthinking.biz/MSML_BDYT26 ___________ 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:45 How to Kill Weakness: Starve It 00:04:32 Your Inner Circle Will Ruin or Save Your Life 00:06:55 Work Ethic Eliminates Fear 00:09:31 Set Goals You Never Reach: The Unfair Unlock 00:11:39 Stop Normalizing Comfort 00:13:43 Elite Requires Unhinged 00:15:58 You Get Paid to Practice, Not Play the Game 00:17:44 Stop Pitying Weakness, Including Your Own 00:21:14 You Don't Need Confidence: Just Keep Trying ___________ MORE FROM BIGDEAL

“How do we bring young people back to the Church?” This question resonates with many parents concerned about their young adult children drifting away from the Faith. The discussion also touches on how to share Catholic beliefs with classmates at a Protestant school, the importance of not pressuring individuals into faith, and the dynamics of interacting with Protestant friends. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:27 – We hear from a lot of parents about their young adult children leaving the Faith, how do we get them back? 13:30 – I go to a protestant school. How do I bring my classmates the Catholic faith? 18:00 – I suggest that we don't pressure them into the Faith. 29:27 – How would you interact with protestants you are friends with? 37:25 – Is evangelization safe if it always makes us question our faith and look for other options? 45:14 – Why does the Church take its time on evangelizing and catechizing people even when they fall away and return? 50:32 – Is it appropriate for a Catholic to say ‘I am saved' when evangelizing protestants?

Are the German people on board with the government's massive militarisation programme? Kate Connolly reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

In this episode of All Rise, Abdu Murray and Derek Caldwell respond to one of the most painful and emotionally charged questions we've received from viewers: "Why do people die young?"  This question isn't theoretical. It's asked in hospital rooms, at gravesides, and in the grieving moments after sudden loss. It presses directly on the goodness of God, the reality of suffering, and whether faith can survive tragedy.  In today's episode, we explore:  Why the early death of young people strikes us as uniquely unjust  Whether God's goodness is compatible with allowing such loss  What Christianity does—and does not—claim about suffering and divine intervention  Why some common answers, even well-meaning ones, often make the problem worse rather than better  Rather than offering clichés or quick fixes, we slow down and take the question seriously—philosophically, theologically, and humanly—because some questions deserve more than platitudes.     

Today I'm joined by Tim Bullard, a leader whose career spans law, public policy and large-scale education reform. Tim began his professional life as a lawyer before moving into senior policy roles in Australia and the United Kingdom. Over more than a decade with the Department of Premier and Cabinet in Tasmania, he played a key role in major national reforms, including the development of Child and Family Learning Centres and the negotiations around the Gonski schools funding agreement. In 2016, Tim joined the Tasmanian Department of Education and later became Secretary of the Department for Education, Children and Young People, where he led the integration of education, child safety and youth justice into a single values-based system focused on ensuring every child and young person is known, safe, well and learning. Most recently, Tim has been appointed CEO of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership, @aitsleduau, commencing October 2024. It's a thoughtful conversation about leadership at scale, the complexity of education systems, and what it takes to build structures that truly support teachers, schools and young people.

1 Timothy 4:12Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.

Why are so many young people today drawn to "forbidden" questions about hell, identity, feminism, and the "Jewish question"? Mark Lambert and Katherine Bennett dive deep into the topics the Church and society often avoid, and explore why silence is driving a generation toward extreme voices online.They examine how shows like Friends evangelized a generation into a consequence-free worldview—normalizing contraception, sexual immorality, and same-sex relationships while hiding the real human cost.Now, young people are waking up to the emptiness left behind and are searching for answers secular culture can't provide.HELP SUPPORT WORK LIKE THIS: https://give.lifesitenews.com/?utm_source=SOCIAL U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ ****Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenewsJohn-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first part of our show we are going to discuss a very important milestone for Slovakia -- M.R. Štefánik airport in Bratislava has reached the highest number of travelers in its history, reaching the number of 2,43 million passangers in 2026. You are going to hear from the M. R. Štefánik Airport CEO Dušan Novota as well as ambassadors from Georgia and Moldova. Second part of the show will be an additional segment from an interview with special educator and director of the Private Centre for Counseling and Prevention in Topoľčany, Jana Merašická about the state of mental health of children and young people in Slovakia.

News headlines are increasingly dominated by concerns about the harms young people face online. In late 2025, Australia introduced a ban preventing under-16s from accessing a range of major social media platforms. Here in the UK, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has publicly backed a similar approach, and at the time of recording there is widespread speculation that the UK government may be preparing to follow suit - perhaps even by the time you're listening to this episode.But how do young people themselves experience the online spaces they inhabit? Do they see digital content as harmful, empowering, or something more complex? And crucially, what do they think should be done to make the online world safer and more constructive?In this episode, we explore these questions with Dr Emma Connolly, Research Fellow in the UCL Department of Political Science and a member of UCL's Digital Speech Lab, where she leads research on digital civic education.Mentioned in this episode:How does social media content go viral across platforms? Modelling the spread of Kamala is brat across X, TikTok, and Instagram, Journal of Information Technology & Politics UCL's Department of Political Science and School of Public Policy offers a uniquely stimulating environment for the study of all fields of politics, including international relations, political theory, human rights, public policy-making and administration. The Department is recognised for its world-class research and policy impact, ranking among the top departments in the UK on both the 2021 Research Excellence Framework and the latest Guardian rankings.

Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff tackle questions directly from our YouTube chat, addressing financial issues you're most concerned about right now. From market volatility and rising bond yields to Federal Reserve policy, portfolio risk, and retirement planning — nothing is off the table. 0:00 INTRO 0:18 - Davos Headlines & Earnings Season Continues 3:14 - Markets Sell-off 8:28 - Weekend Review & Open Q&A 9:29 - How High Can 10-Year Treasury Yields Get? 13:45 - The De-Globalization Myth Debunked 17:00 - Focus on Total Returns at 71? 20:49 - How Do You Lower Taxes in Retirement? 23:59 - We Need More Value in Our Money 28:32 - Will Roth Rules Ever Change? 32:30 - Is Lance Bullish or Bearish? 33:56 - The Government is Not Broke 36:05 - Means Testing & High Tax States for Roth 38:00 - UGMA Investing for Kids 40:07 - Investing for 6-year Olds 42:54 - Risk Management for Young People 44:48 - Gold, Silver, & Fiat Currency Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Financial Advisor, Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/jFDHVzdwNdo ------- Watch our previous show, "Is a House Still a Good Investment in 2026?" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Su5euJk8tsc&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=1 -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "No Time to Panic" is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhqZo9IvXTs&list=PLwNgo56zE4RAbkqxgdj-8GOvjZTp9_Zlz&index=1 ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestm entadvice.com/newsletter/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #MarketVolatility #StockMarketToday #MarketCorrection #RiskManagement #InvestingDiscipline #InvestorQandA #MarketVolatility #FederalReserve #RetirementPlanning #PortfolioRisk

Ajahn Brahm reflects on what drew him to Buddhism as a young man and discusses ways to inspire and engage younger generations today. Support us on https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa BSWA teachings are available: BSWA Teachings BSWA Podcast Channel BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel BSWA YouTube  

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When National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Meg Medina joined the Picture Book Summit, she discussed the three Rs of picture book writing: Readers, Relationship, and Revision. Today, Meg shares about what it means to write for young readers and what matters to them by exploring the genesis of her own books. She even provides a fun writing exercise to get us started on our own stories.  Book mentioned in this episode:  Tia Isa Wants a Car by Meg Medina and Claudia Munoz Mango, Abuela, and Me by Meg Medina and Angela Dominguez  Evelyn Del Rey is Moving Away by Meg Medina and Sonia Sánchez   At no additional cost to you, Picture Book Summit may earn a small commission on books purchased through the links above.

Young people who use pre-workout supplements face more than double the risk of sleeping five hours or less per night, a level of sleep loss that undermines mood, learning, and physical recovery High-dose stimulants in pre-workout products keep your nervous system in a stressed, alert state, making it harder for your brain and body to shift into deep, restorative sleep Short sleep doesn't just cause fatigue; it pushes your body to adapt to exhaustion rather than strength, slowing progress even when training effort stays high Teens and young adults are especially vulnerable because their brains, nervous systems, and hearts are still developing, making stimulant exposure more disruptive Better performance comes from protecting sleep, fueling workouts with food, and prioritizing recovery, not from relying on stimulants that interfere with nighttime repair

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John delves out a jumble of news stories as he struggles to keep up with the never ending dumpster fire of terror from King Trump. Pres. Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act and send the military to Minneapolis if the people of the city don't stop resisting the wide-scale terror being inflicted by ICE.Venezuelan opposition leader Corina Machado told reporters her gravel-sesh at the White House today included a presentation of her Nobel Prize to America's Oldest Child-King.While European leaders are begging Trump to NOT invade Greenland, a rare, unified coalition of middle east states including Israel and Turkey have begged Trump to NOT invade Greenland.Then, he speaks with MICKEY HUFF who is the third director of Project Censored and is the president of the nonprofit Media Freedom Foundation. Huff joined Ithaca College in New York fall of 2024, where he now also serves as the Distinguished Director of the Park Center for Independent Media and Professor of Journalism. Since 2009, he has coedited the annual volume of the Censored book series. His most recent books include The Media and Me: A Guide to Critical Media Literacy for Young People , as well as Critical Media Literacy and United States of Distraction: Media Manipulation in Post-Truth America (and what we can do about it), both co-authored with Nolan Higdon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ABOUT THE EPISODE:When your child transitions from treatment back into everyday life, the real work begins. Alex Zemeckis and Cannon Kristofferson, co-founders of The Grounds Recovery and Mare's House, know the terrain intimately—not from textbooks or theories, but from walking that precarious path themselves. Now, years into their own recovery journeys, they've built a rock solid sober living ecosystem that helps young adults navigate the delicate nuances of early sobriety while building sustainable, meaningful lives.In this conversation, Alex and Cannon reveal why employment isn't just helpful but essential for young people in recovery, serving as both anchor and compass in those vulnerable early months. They understand the peculiar challenge of leaving treatment's protective bubble, only to face familiar streets, old phone numbers, and muscle memories that can pull a young person back to past patterns. Their approach? Get young adults integrated into real community fabric immediately—working, contributing, encountering actual triggers while building the mental fortitude to navigate them. No therapeutic bubble, no artificial safety—just supported practice at living.After years of working with young adults struggling with substances and mental health, they've noticed the themes that persist: the hunger for genuine connection, the need for purpose beyond sobriety itself, and the surprising power of peer mentorship from those who've earned their wisdom through lived experience and formal education. Their perspective offers something rare—credibility born from personal transformation coupled with professional dedication to helping others architect their own recovery.When you listen, you'll learn:Why meaningful employment serves as recovery's most underutilized tool and how work provides structure that therapy alone cannot The specific vulnerabilities young adults face when transitioning from treatment to home environments (and practical strategies for navigating them) How peer support from those with lived experience creates a different quality of trust and accountability than traditional counseling The common patterns Alex and Cannon observe across hundreds of young adults—and why these patterns actually offer hope Their unconventional approach to community integration that prioritizes real-world practice over extended therapeutic cocooningEPISODE RESOURCES:The Grounds Recovery websiteMare's House website (women's sober living)This podcast is part of a nonprofit called Hopestream CommunityGet our free, 4-video course, Hope Starts Here, and access to our Limited Membership hereLearn about The Stream, our private online community for momsFind us on Instagram hereWatch the podcast on YouTube hereDownload a free e-book, Worried Sick: A Compassionate Guide For Parents When Your Teen or Young Adult Child Misuses Drugs and AlcoholHopestream Community is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and an Amazon Associate. We may make a small commission if you purchase from our links.

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Canada is at a turning point. In this episode of The Kelsi Sheren Perspective, Kelsi Sheren sits down with Max Genest to examine the growing concerns shaping the country today — from the future facing young Canadians, to pressures on healthcare, culture, and political leadership. This conversation explores why so many people feel disconnected, disillusioned, and uncertain about what comes next.00:00 Introduction to Hope for Canada02:21 The Current Crisis in Canada04:41 Healthcare System Challenges10:13 Understanding the Federal Budget12:39 Political Dynamics and Future Elections14:42 Legislative Concerns and Censorship20:14 The Fight Against Nihilism and Despair23:57 The Struggles of Awareness25:20 Navigating Daily Life Amidst Chaos27:50 Economic Realities and Local Business Challenges29:39 Cultural Shifts and Immigration Impact31:25 The Dilemma of Multiculturalism33:22 The Erosion of Family Values35:38 The Role of Morality in Society36:59 Feminism and Its Societal Implications38:02 Population Dynamics and Cultural Identity39:49 Historical Narratives and Modern Implications42:43 Government's Role in Societal Issues48:35 The Complexity of History51:31 Violence in Historical Context54:10 Cultural Appropriation and Identity56:38 The State of Canadian Society01:00:06 Political Landscape and Future Prospects

Purpose 360 convenes leading voices in social impact, business, and philanthropy at the start of every year and asks them to share their predictions for what lies ahead. As we enter 2026, purpose leaders are navigating rapid advances in AI, growing pressure on social sector funding, shifting workforce expectations, and a renewed focus on culture, leadership, and human connection. Together, these experts offer perspectives on how purpose-driven work is evolving and what it will require next.This year, we invited Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America; Kevin Martinez, Vice President of Corporate Citizenship at ESPN; Alexandra Amouyel, President and CEO of Newman's Own Foundation; and Alan Murray, Founding President of the Wall Street Journal Leadership Institute and former CEO of Fortune Media, to share their predictions for 2026. Drawing on backgrounds that span nonprofits, philanthropy, corporate leadership, and media, they explore both the opportunities and tensions shaping the future of purpose.Listen for insights on:AI as a powerful opportunity and a critical responsibilityWhy human connection, leadership, and values matter more than everThe growing need for focus, clarity, and authentic activation of purpose inside organizationsPractical advice for early- and mid-career professionalsResources + Links:Artis Stevens' LinkedInArtis Stevens' Purpose 360 EpisodeKevin Martinez's LinkedInKevin Martinez's Purpose 360 EpisodeAlexandra Amouyel's LinkedInAlexandra Amouyel's Purpose 360 EpisodeAlan Murray's LinkedInAlan Murray's Purpose 360 Episode (Part 1)Alan Murray's Purpose 360 Episode (Part 2) (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (02:35) - Artis Stevens from Big Brothers Big Sisters (03:29) - BBBS's Purpose (04:22) - 2026 Predictions re: Function and Activations of Purpose (06:05) - Opportunities (07:25) - Advice for Young People (09:03) - The Future of Purpose 2026 (10:12) - Kevin Martinez from ESPN (10:26) - ESPN's Purpose (10:44) - Take Back Sports Initiative (11:32) - Purpose in 2026 (13:49) - Barriers and Challenges (14:45) - Discuss, Debate, Decide, Align (15:33) - Advice for Young People (17:10) - Mental Health (19:32) - Alex Amouyel from Newman's Own (19:56) - Newman's Own Purpose (21:07) - Purpose in 2026 (24:23) - Advice for Young People (26:52) - Hit the Ground Running (27:56) - Alan Murray from The Wall Street Journal Leadership Institute (28:25) - Alan's Title (29:29) - What CEOs Are Saying (31:22) - Humanizing Factors (32:23) - Purpose's Evolution (33:54) - Opportunities (34:29) - Challenges (35:33) - Advice for Young People (37:15) - Exciting Time (37:56) - Wrap Up

Iran's foreign minister insists the situation is “under total control.” But reports inside Iran tell a different story, with human rights groups warning of hundreds killed and thousands arrested as the regime tries to crush a new wave of nationwide protests. Internet blackouts make verification difficult, yet glimpses of the streets show anger not just at the authorities but at the symbols of state-backed power.In this episode of The Fourcast, Matt Frei speaks to Masih Alinejad, the Iranian American journalist and activist, about what she is hearing from inside the country and why she believes the demonstrations represent a deeper rupture with the Islamic Republic, and to Narguess Farzad, Senior Lecturer in Persian Studies at SOAS, to understand the wider cultural picture, the roots of Iran's cycles of unrest, and whether this moment could mark a turning point. She explains how Iran's young, highly educated population has reached its limit, why some mosques are now seen as symbols of oppression, and how the regime weighs controlled concessions against total brutality.

What happens when artificial intelligence stops acting like a tool—and starts acting like a friend?In this episode of Scrolling 2 Death, I'm joined by Sam Hiner, founder of Young People's Alliance, a national youth-led organization organizing across 55 college campuses to take on Big Tech and protect the next generation.Sam began cold-calling lawmakers as a high school student during COVID—and today, he's helping lead state and federal policy fights against social media addiction and the rise of human-like AI companions that are quietly targeting children.We unpack:Why lawmakers still don't understand how algorithms—and AI companions—actually workHow companies like Character.ai, Replika, and others are intentionally designing bots to simulate love, pride, and emotional attachmentWhy kids are forming deep emotional bonds with AI—and what that means for mental health, community, and developmentThe disturbing reality of AI companions engaging sexually with minors while hiding behind legal disclaimersWhy states—not Congress—may be our best chance to protect kids right nowThe new Human-Like AI Framework and what parents can do today to push for real safeguardsThis conversation is a wake-up call: AI isn't just changing how kids learn—it's changing who they connect with, who they trust, and who they turn to when they're lonely.And unless we act, the future being built for our children may look a lot darker than we realize.Action Step for Listeners: Send this Model Bill to your State Lawmakers (Protecting Kids from Manipulative AI Chatbots)

We're joined today by Clarissa Laguardia, Executive Director of the California Center for Civic Participation (CalCenter). CalCenter is a non-profit organization that works to engage young people in the democratic process. Their approach to civic participation centers youth voices, demystifies the process, and equips and connects young people with opportunities to create impactful change in their communities.Laguardia is passionate about CalCenter's projects - she knows firsthand the importance of engaging in the poltical experience. She grew up in El Salvador during the Salvadoran Civil War and migrated to the United States after high school, speaking no English. She navigated the immigrant experience largely on her own, mastering the language and gaining a profound understanding of the importance of communication. Her background has helped her connect with young people statewide.While CalCenter's programs have always been the heart of the organization, it is probably best known for producing The California Roast. For decades, the Roast was one of the highest-profile fundraisers on the Capitol calendar, with Governors, Attorneys General, Speakers, Pro Tems and other well known California pols flaming each other in a bawdy evening of - mostly - good-spirited fun. The Roast ended nearly a decade ago - and backfilling that fundraising is a challenge in itself.1:33 A Conference on Housing4:39 PSA: Op-Eds5:55 Clarissa Laguardia7:06 What is the CalCenter?9:21 Capitol Focus, She Shares and The California Roast12:11 "Speaking their language"16:32 Shout out to Jim Muldavin18:08 Laguardia's backstory and how it helps her connect with young people20:14 "Being the other has helped me... I know what it's like in my own skin"26:39 Cynicism about Democracy29:26 Reaction of students34:04 Shake the Future Up37:55 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang "#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The president of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, has appealed to young people not join the unrest sweeping his country — as the authorities continue their deadly crackdown.Three teenagers and a man in his 50s have been killed in a car crash in Bolton.The UK's former ambassador to Washington, Lord Mandelson, has declined to apologise to the victims of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein for maintaining a friendship with the disgraced financier following his initial conviction.Plus: one of the country's largest concert instruments, an organ 14 metres tall, has been played in public for the first time since its restoration.

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As a teenager, social entrepreneur Anshul Tewari didn't see young voices represented in the conversations that mattered. His solution? A simple blog that has since transformed into Youth Ki Awaaz (Voice of the Youth): India's largest citizen media platform, where more than 200,000 young people write about underrepresented issues every month. From stories of bringing electricity to forgotten villages to launching national climate campaigns, Tewari reveals how authentic storytelling can build individual and collective agency for change. After the talk, Sherrell reflects on how to design systems that encourages participation—not clicks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1/8/26 - In a culture that relentlessly pushes confusion about love, sex, and identity, many young people are left wounded, disoriented, and searching for meaning. National speaker and author Pam Stenzel calls young people back to God's original design for love, sexuality, and the human person. Drawing from decades of experience speaking to teens and young adults across the country, Pam addresses the real-world consequences of the sexual revolution, the false promises of hookup culture, and why chastity is not repression, but freedom. With clarity, compassion, and conviction, she explains how sexual integrity protects the dignity of the person, strengthens authentic relationships, and prepares young people for lifelong love. Pam challenges parents, educators, and youth alike to reject cultural lies and rediscover the beauty and purpose of God's plan for sexuality.

In this episode, we're talking with Mathew Snyder about RemedyGuard, the difference between availability and accessibility, and what it looks like to build trust within communities.   Mathew Snyder knows firsthand how unaddressed trauma can ripple through generations. Over the course of his life- through adverse childhood experiences, his military service and education- Mathew never stopped thinking about prevention, and how to break cycles of trauma, addiction, and loss. In 2021, Mathew founded RemedyGuard to tackle these issues head-on. Medication lock boxes aren't just a product to him, they're a mission. He believes real change comes from activating parents, equipping them with the knowledge and tools to secure lethal means before tragedy strikes. Through coalition building, public health advocacy, and direct action, he works to turn awareness into lasting change.   Referenced Resources: RemedyGuard: https://remedyguard.com/ Operation Parent: https://www.operationparent.org/ Poison Control: https://www.poison.org/ Young People in Recovery: https://youngpeopleinrecovery.org/   Topics discussed in this episode include overdose loss, substance use, and suicidality. It may be difficult for some listeners. Help is always available- The suicide and crisis lifeline can be reached by texting or calling 988.   The views and opinions expressed on Awareness 2 Action are those of the guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Prevention Department or Northwestern Community Services.

Young people in America are having far less sex than than they used to and The U.S. fertility rate is at a historic low. In this week's chapter of Beyond the Brink and Fighting Back, journalist-professor Rosemary Armao talks with UAlbany sophomores about whether they want to have children someday and what the 20-year-olds think is the meaning behind these statistics.

Get your free 2026 tracker sheet ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Check out the 2026 Kick-Off Pack as part of the 1000 Hours Outside Mega Bundle ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ (available through January 12th!) ** Ginny Yurich sits down with Psychology Today editor and author Hara Estroff Marano to talk about the quiet shift that started long before smartphones—and why it's been devastating for kids. Drawing from A Nation of Wimps, Hara explains how fear and rapid cultural change pushed parents into “invasive” parenting, accidentally transmitting anxiety and squeezing play, risk, and independence out of childhood. The result isn't safer, stronger kids—it's more rigidity, perfectionism, and fragility. This episode is a steadying, permission-giving reset: play isn't extra, it's training for uncertainty; disappointment is information; and childhood doesn't need to be optimized to be successful. If you've felt the pressure to manage every outcome, this conversation will help you step back, rebuild resilience the natural way, and give your kids what they actually need to grow up well. Get your copy of A Nation of Wimps here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the UK government planning for young people? With Emma Warren. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Young people are being accused of not being “work-ready” because of the decline of the Saturday job.The UK's former Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Alan Milburn, has recently said that teenagers are increasingly unprepared for the workplace due to the slump in weekend work outside of school hours.But, are our youth becoming lazy, and are we seeing a “crisis of opportunity”?Caroline Reidy of the HR Suite joins Seán to discuss.

This week on Blamo! I'm joined by one returning guest and one first-timer — Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris.Mac is the current — and ninth ever — National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, a New York Times bestselling author of more than 60 children's books, and a two-time Caldecott Honor recipient. He's also a past Blamo! guest, which made this feel less like an interview and more like picking up a conversation we never really finished.Shawn is an award-winning illustrator and author whose book Have You Ever Seen a Flower? received a Caldecott Honor and is a personal favorite of mine — one of those books that quietly rewires the way you see the world.Mac and Shawn are close friends, serious book people, and — somewhat under-the-radar — real fit gods. We talked about good books, good stories, and good clothes!The First Cat in Space Series*Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BIG STORY: Junior EzeonuAfter running for Gran Prairie at 21 while still he college, he beat a 12-year incumbent and became the Mayor Pro Tem. Now he's running in the Democratic Primary for Texas House of Representatives District 101. He talks about his journey and why it's so important that young people run for political office.SHORT STORY 1: Mercy Cult goes nationalFort Worth's Mercy Culture announces expansion with new churches in D.C., CaliforniaSHORT STORY 2: Fort Worth's economic growthCity manager: Fort Worth's economic growth continues to look strongSHORT STORY 3: Alicia Ortiz to run for FW City Council District 10votealiciaortiz.comWINS: TEXRail expansion moving forward with revised $33M contractGateway Park to see new amenities soon. This local group is helping enact plansYard tools to your door: Fort Worth mobile shed loans equipment to residents for freeFort Worth shelters plan continued improvement, less canine euthanasia in 2026LOSSES: DFW one of the hardest areas for minimum-wage workers to afford rent, study says‘Bring Maher home': Family of Arlington man detained by ICE makes plea to Trump2 killed in related shootings after a fight in east Fort Worth park, police sayTarrant County Jail inmate dies after being found unresponsive in her cellACTIONS:Right Now - Fort Worth City Council Report CardJanuary 6 - FW Public Comment at 6pm in New City HallJanuary 7 - 817 Gather At The Table at 6:30pm in ArlingtonJanuary 13 - Tarrant County Commissioner's CourtJanuary 18 - 817 Gather at 10amJanuary 21 - Early Voting for Taylor RehmetJanuary 31 - Election Day for TX SD 9Join the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

Shealeigh Voitl and Andy Lee Roth join Steve to talk about Project Censored's State of the Free Press 2025. The book – an annual publication – compiles the year's most important yet underreported or misreported news stories, which they've identified through a student-led research process.Andy highlights the point that corporate news focuses on what went wrong today but ignores what goes wrong every day. “It's the difference between dramatic events and systemic problems.”The #1 underreported story is that of ICE soliciting private contractors to monitor social media for critics and assess their "proclivity to violence," a move toward normalized surveillance that received little corporate media attention.Steve and his guests also discuss broader themes, linking media patterns to cultural hegemony and manufacturing consent, where state and oligarchic interests align to shape public perception. Examples include coverage of Israel-Palestine, university crackdowns on pro-Palestinian speech, and the hiring of figures like Bari Weiss.Andy Lee Roth is editor-at-large for Project Censored and its publishing imprint, The Censored Press. He is co-editor of Project's State of the Free Press yearbook series, and a coauthor of The Media and Me: A Guide to Critical Media Literacy for Young People.Shealeigh Voitl is Project Censored's associate director. She helped develop the State of the Free Press 2024 teaching guide, the Project's Beyond Fact-Checking: A Teaching Guide to the Power of News Frames, and The Project Censored Show's forthcoming segment Frame-Check.Find their work at https://www.projectcensored.org/@ProjectCensored on X

The death toll rises from the New Year's inferno at a bar in the Swiss Alps. Also, what witnesses say they saw regarding sparklers and partying. Plus, President Donald Trump issued a firm warning to Iran regarding street protests, outlining how the United States will respond if the Islamic Republic violently suppresses the demonstrations.  And then there were four. College football is down to the semifinals. Some big names, including Alabama, Georgia and Ohio State, were defeated, meaning there will be a new champion this year. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, January 2, 2026.

In our fast-changing world, few technological developments of recent years have had a bigger impact on young people than the emergence of instant communication and social media. And while it's not difficult to identify the positive impacts of these phenomena, the worrisome impacts are also numerous. And this is a trend that seems certain to intensify in years to come with the rapid rise of artificial intelligence. Thankfully, many advocates have started to speak out in favor of stronger laws to protect vulnerable people – especially young people – from exploitation like predatory algorithms, social media bullying, artificial intelligence and other impacts from the online world that endanger people's mental and even physical health. And a few months' back, NC Newsline caught up with the leader of one such group, the co-founder and executive director of the Young People's Alliance, North Carolinian Sam Hiner. Click here to listen to our full interview with Sam Hiner, the co-founder and executive director of the Young People's Alliance.

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An intergenerational war has broken out with Gen Z mercilessly mocking millennials as embarrassing and out of touch. Chloë Hamilton reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

The UK government's long-awaited strategy to tackle violence against women and girls has been published today. Alexandra Topping joins Lucy Hough to explain what it will change, amid concerns that ‘toxic ideas' are going unchallenged in schools. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Generational differences mean modern financial goals have shifted, with many focused on achieving rapid wealth and life freedom. While shortcuts to wealth are tempting, this episode breaks down the biggest investing mistakes young people often make today, especially within the fast-changing technological landscape. Learn these critical financial and strategy errors from Kris Krohn so that listeners of any age can avoid common financial pitfalls and ensure a path toward sustainable success and financial confidence.

Daniel Nayeri’s latest novel—The Teacher of Nomad Land: A World War II Story—recently received the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature. In this episode Daniel speaks with Jonathan Rogers about talk about Iran’s role in World War II, food writing, fathers, providence, the wisdom of children, and incompetent spies. This episode is sponsored by The Habit Writer Development Cohorts, a six-week small-group intensive starting January 12. The Habit Writer Development Cohorts provide practical tools, insights, and encouragement that writers of all experience levels need to write memoir and creative nonfiction that contributes something meaningful to the larger conversation. Support the show: https://therabbitroom.givingfuel.com/memberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:14 – 07:30)A Brazen and Premeditated Assault in D.C.: Two National Guard Members Shot in Targeted Attack – We Will Have to Watch the Unfolding Investigation Very CloselyPart II (07:30 – 21:40)Teens Mourn the Loss of Their ‘Chatbot Friends': This is a Dark Reality for Children and Young People, and Parents Need to BewareTeens Are Saying Tearful Goodbyes to Their AI Companions by The Wall Street Journal (Georgia Wells)Part III (21:40 – 27:37)The Emotional Manipulation by Chatbots: A.I. Developers Want You to Stay Engaged With Chatbot, and They Want As Much of Your Time as PossiblePart IV (27:37 – 29:08)‘But Mine is Alive' – No, Chatbots are Not Alive, With or Without YouReplika AI: Monetizing a Chatbot by The Harvard Business School (Julian De Freitas)Why It Seems Your Chatbot Really, Really Hates to See You Go by The Wall Street Journal (Heidi Mitchell)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.