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(f)emboldenwhere we’ve been: applying to college, advice, & updatesAria & Katie return to celebrate the anniversary of (f)embolden with advice.2021-04-1920 min(f)emboldengetting back to the basics: white feminism, intersectionality, and moreAria & Katie take a trip down memory lane and have a nostalgic, conversational episode about all things feminism.2021-03-1533 min(f)emboldenwomen's history month: galicia gordonTo kick off our Women's History Month series, Aria interviewed Canadian high school senior Galicia Gordon from Leading Learners. 2021-03-0114 min(f)emboldeninterview with healthforherAria & Katie chat with teen activists Anaiya & Sanya from HealthForHER.2021-02-2314 min(f)emboldenwe did it, joe.Aria & Katelyn discuss what they hope to see with the Biden Administration.2021-01-2512 min
(f)emboldenplay-by-play: the insurrectionAria & Katie discuss the events of January 6th, 2021. 2021-01-1111 min(f)emboldenwe're ready for you, 2021Aria & Katelyn rant about the importance of entering 2021 with a positive mindset.2021-01-0512 min(f)emboldencoronavirus: stay homeAria & Katelyn discuss the intersectionality of COVID-19 and police brutality.2020-12-2809 min(f)emboldeninterview with shalmaliAria & Katelyn interview the inspiring indian young activist, Shalmali2020-12-0720 min(f)emboldenteens in quarantine update: seeing the light at the end of the tunnelAria & Katie discuss the importance of staying positive as we enter another quarantine.2020-11-3000 min(f)emboldeninterview with purva bommireddyAria & Katie interview teen activist Purva Bommireddy of New Jersey.2020-11-2300 min(f)emboldenherstory: michelle obamaKatie spotlights former First Lady Michelle Obama in the herstory miniseries.2020-11-1600 min(f)emboldenplay by play: 2020 presidential electionAria & Katelyn analyze the 2020 Presidential election.2020-11-0900 min(f)emboldenexciting announcement: come join our teamWe are looking for 10 strong high school leaders of any grade level, gender identity, or background to join the (f)embolden team by providing free mentoring twice a month to children in the Homewood-Flossmoor community.
*Note: you do not have to attend Homewood-Flossmoor High School to be a mentor, as all mentors sessions will be held online due to COVID-19. Use this opportunity to connect with youth outside of your community!2020-10-2600 min(f)emboldenteen activists: interview with riya goelkatelyn and aria interview riya goel, another teen activist..and discuss topics of activism and college2020-10-1900 min(f)emboldenplay by play: 2020 vice presidential debateIn this pilot of a new (f)embolden series, play by play, Aria & Katelyn analyze the misogyny in the 2020 vice presidential debate.2020-10-1200 min(f)emboldenteens in quarantine update: living through a pandemic is traumaticAria & Katie discuss rising anxiety as we continue the virtual learning school year.2020-10-0500 min(f)emboldenherstory: ruth bader ginsburgAria gives a herstory spotlight on the influential Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who passed on September 18th, 2020.2020-09-2107 min(f)emboldensuicide is not an optionAria & Katelyn discuss suicide prevention in light of September being Suicide Prevention Month.2020-09-1412 min(f)emboldenblack men, it’s okay to grieve.Aria & Katie show their support for Black men.2020-08-3117 min(f)emboldenteens in quarantine update: e-learningAria talks about her experience with e-learning thus far.2020-08-2409 min(f)emboldenhuman traffickingAria and Katie raise awareness on human trafficking and its effects on society. They also discuss how to stay safe and to be mindful.2020-08-1009 min(f)emboldenherstory: sandra blandIn our season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight Sandra Bland, a Black woman who was arrested for failing to signal a lane change, and was found dead 3 days after her arrest2020-07-2703 min(f)emboldenlet’s talk colorismAria & Katelyn discus what colorism is, their experiences with it, and how to actively fight colorism both internally and societally.2020-07-2020 min(f)emboldenherstory: breonna taylorIn our season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight Breonna Taylor, a Black woman who was wrongfully murdered in her sleep by LMPD officers.2020-07-1304 min(f)emboldencollege, covid, racism, & anxietyAria & Katie have a chit-chat about how it is to be a teen in this day & age.2020-07-0626 min(f)emboldenherstory: oluwatoyin salauIn our new season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight black lives matter activist Oluwatoyin Salau. Katie calls attention to the treatment of black women within the community and how we must demand for change.2020-06-2904 min(f)emboldenmisogynoirAria & Katie explain what misogynoir is and how it affects black women.2020-06-2229 min(f)emboldenherstory: marsha p. johnsonIn our new season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight LGBYQ activist Marsha P. Johnson. Happy Pride Month!2020-06-1505 min(f)emboldenyouth, we need you.Aria & Katie interview Ava & Patrick from Youth Against Inequality.2020-06-0823 min(f)embolden#blacklivesmatterIn this season one finale episode, Aria & Katie have an emotional discussion about why #blacklivesmatter2020-06-0136 min(f)emboldenlet's wind down togetherAria & Katie discuss the importance of self-care in this continuation of the #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth series.2020-05-2523 min(f)emboldenlet's talk mental health: it's okay to not be okayAria & Katie break mental health stigmas alongside student at University of Utah and founder of Living for Hope Emily LeBaron.2020-05-1827 min(f)emboldenteens in quarantine update: staying in touch with your emotionsAfter being in quarantine for about 2 months, Aria & Katie decided to give an update on how they are feeling, and how to keep in touch with your emotions.2020-05-1124 min(f)emboldenthat’s just how boys areBecause Denim Day was on April, 29th, 2020, Aria & Katie chose to spend time raising awareness about sexual harassment and assault by talking about rape culture, victim blaming, and their personal experiences with sexual harassment and assault.2020-05-0420 min(f)emboldenthat’s just how boys are (minisode) NY TIMES PODCASTING CONTEST SUBMISSIONIn this minisode, Aria & Katie briefly discuss the degradation young girls endure during their lives.2020-04-2705 min(f)emboldenbeautiful isn’t a sizeAria & Katie discuss the importance of self-love in a society where worth is determined by dress size.2020-04-2026 min(f)embolden#representationmattersAria & Katie discuss why representation matters with special guest and teen author Tamera Elyse Trimuel.2020-04-1333 min(f)emboldenteens in quarantineAria and Katie discuss their experiences in quarantine, and how staying at home affects teens across the globe.2020-04-0719 min(f)emboldenspreading positivity on social mediaAria & Katie discuss how to spread positivity on social media despite the negativity that plagues our timelines.2020-04-0717 min(f)emboldenconsent: not a partisan issueAria & Katie discuss the importance of consent in light of their experiences with sexual harassment.2020-04-0724 min