Celine & Aahana - Podcast Details

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We Are PodcastInterviewing A Professor About NIH Budget CutsHey everyone, in this episode we had the amazing opportunity to interview my (Celine’s) dad, a professor at UCCS who has a lot of insights to offer on the topic of NIH budget cuts. We talk about indirect costs, why the proposal to cap indirect costs at 15% harms research institutions, and what the future might look like for universities. Enjoy! Connect with us:Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.comTwitter: We Are @weare_youthorgFacebook: We AreYoutube: We Are...2025-03-1531 min

We Are PodcastThe Truth About Puppy MillsHey everyone! Going along with our current theme of advocating for animal welfare, this week we decided to talk about puppy mills. Puppy mills are unethical mass breeding sites for dogs that are often sold to pet stores. The conditions dogs are forced to endure in these places are egregious, and Celine herself has seen the impacts of the mills on her dog Alfie. We hope this episode sheds light on these issues and empowers you to contact your legislators to enact change and end puppy mills!Help us end puppy mills: https://bestfriends...2025-03-0718 min

We Are PodcastThe Grey SpaceNYT Submission for Aahana Paul and Celine Bono 2024-05-1604 min

We Are PodcastAll About Our Gun Violence Prevention WorkshopHey everyone! In this episode Aahana and I talk about our experience hosting a gun violence prevention workshop alongside Colorado Ceasefire. Thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2023-12-0829 min

We Are PodcastInterviewing a School Shooting SurvivorIn this episode, Aahana and I were so grateful to have the opportunity to interview an incredible gun violence activist who works with the group Giffords. Lucy Sarkissian, who we had the pleasure to interview, gave us complex insights into gun violence as a whole, her personal experiences with being a school shooting survivor, and what you can do to tackle this issue. Check out the Giffords website linked below to learn more about the organization. Enjoy! https://giffords.org @giffords_org 2023-09-0635 min

We Are PodcastRight To Work… Good or Bad?Hey everyone! In this episode Aahana and I discuss right to work laws, what they are, how they relate to unions, and the benefits and harms. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2023-02-0918 min

We Are PodcastDebate 101Hey everyone! In this episode, Aahana and I delve into our personal experiences doing public forum debate, as well as share some of our biggest tips. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2023-01-2617 min

We Are PodcastHelping You Eliminate Food Waste, Nancy Pelosi Steps Down, Walmart Shooting, etc.Heyyyy everyone- hope you all had a great Thanksgiving! Aahana and I weren’t able to film together this week, so the first half is just with Aahana and the second half is just with me, Celine. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2022/11/26/entertainment/irene-cara-obit/index.html https://www.un.org/en/dayof8billion#:~:text=On%2015%20November%202022%2C%20the,a%20milestone%20in%20human%20development. https://www.populationmedia.org/blog/overpopulation-cause-and-effect https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/7-ways-to-reduce-food-waste-in-your-kitchen https://www.cnn.com/2022/11/28/china/china-lockdown-protests-covid-explainer-intl-hnk https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-vote-tuesday-same-sex-marriage-bill-filibuster-rcna59125 https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2022/11/29/us/virginia-walmart-shooting-lawsuit/index.html https://ww...2022-12-0141 min

We Are PodcastBiden Weed Order, Hurricane Ian, Kharkiv, etc.Hiii everyone!! Aahana and I are back with another news update episode where we discuss some important issues including Russia and Ukraine, Hurricane Ian, and more. Help linked below. Enjoy! Sources: https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/3676896-biden-to-pardon-all-federal-offenses-of-simple-marijuana-possession/ https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/05/us/florida-residents-demand-federal-aid.html https://nypost.com/2022/10/07/details-of-89-storm-deaths-revealed-in-florida-me-report/ https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/07/nyregion/eric-adams-migrant-crisis-response.html https://www.npr.org/2022/09/25/1125016606/rihanna-super-bowl-2023-halftime-show#:~:text=NEW%20YORK%20%E2%80%94%20Rihanna%20will%20take,Roc%20Nation%20and%20Apple%20Music. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/lego-rainbow-fentanyl-pills-new-york-city/ https://www.nytimes...2022-10-1227 min

We Are PodcastFALL🍁Heyyyy everyone, Happy Fall!!! This episode is a fun, lighthearted conversation that Aahana and I have about which season is the best, and some of our favorite parts about Fall. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2022-10-0824 min

We Are PodcastIllinois Law, Mar A Lago, Patagonia, etc.Heyyy everyone, Aahana and I are back this week with another news update episode! We cover the biggest and most important news of the week, so stay tuned and enjoy! Sources: https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/legal-experts-explain-why-the-pretrial-fairness-act-isnt-a-purge-law-in-illinois/2942257/ https://www.cnbc.com/2022/09/14/patagonia-founder-donates-entire-company-to-fight-climate-change.html https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11222517/Queens-eight-grandchildren-including-Harry-military-uniform-stand-coffin-honour.html https://www.cnn.com/2022/09/10/us/princeton-university-financial-aid-trnd/index.html#:~:text=Princeton%20University%20is%20now%20free%20for%20families%20making%20under%20%24100%2C000,-By%20Zoe%20Sottile&text=With%20its%20financial%20aid%20expansion,Ivy%20League%20campus%20in%202021 https://www.w...2022-09-2030 min

We Are PodcastAll About the Queens DeathHello everyone! I film solo this week because Celine was a little busy, but let me tell you this week has been HOT with news. From the queens passing to jogging kidnappings, we cover it all. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-61585886.amp https://www.npr.org/2022/09/06/1121304870/juul-vaping-settles-states-teen-nicotine https://www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna46628 https://www.history.com/.amp/topics/21st-century/9-11-attacks Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth...2022-09-1326 min

We Are PodcastWhat’s the Deal with Andrew Tate?Heyyy everyone, Aahana and I have been waiting to finally make an episode on Andrew Tate, so here it is! We talk a lot about the comments he makes on money and also a lot of the sexist things he has said, and why everything he says is completely wrong+why some people believe him. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2022-09-0327 min

We Are PodcastTravel: IndiaHi everyone! In this episode, Aahana gives us a deep dive into some of her experiences in India including the culture, customs, and ways of life. It is definitely interesting to see how it differs from culture here in America. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2022-07-3023 min

We Are PodcastBiggest RealizationsHey everyone! Today Celine and I discuss some of the biggest realizations we’ve had throughout our lives… and there sure have been a lot. From other people being real to more introspective discussion, we cover it all. Enjoy this funday Friday! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2022-06-2520 min

We Are PodcastA Deep Dive into the World's Worst Humanitarian CrisesHi everyone! In this week's informative episode, Aahana and I discuss some humanitarian crises across the world including the background, relevance, and what you can do to help. We talk about Yemen, Russia and Ukraine, Syria, Afghanistan, Nigeria, and South Sudan. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.shelterbox.org/disasters-explained/the-yemen-crisis-explained/ hhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFpanWNgfQY https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2018/4/14/syrias-war-explained-from-the-beginning https://www.cfr.org/global-conflict-tracker/conflict/boko-haram-nigeria https://www.cfr.org/global-conflict-tracker/conflict/civil-war-south-sudan https://www.cfr.org/interview/understanding-roots-conflict-south-sudan https://w...2022-06-1040 min

We Are PodcastYemen: The World's Worst Humanitarian CrisisHi everyone!! In this episode I (Celine, since I went solo this week), talk about Yemen, the World's Worst Humanitarian Crisis. This is something that I feel like isn't talked about enough, especially since the issue is so pressing. I talk about the background and current situation, as well as what you can do to help. Check below for donation links. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-29319423 https://www.shelterbox.org/disasters-explained/the-yemen-crisis-explained/ https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/2/9/yemens-war-explained-in-maps-and-charts-interactive https://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/jun/20/yemen-civil-war-the-conflict-explained Donation links: Save The Children- https://www.savethechildren.org/us/where-we-work/yemen ...2022-05-1313 min

We Are PodcastDeadly Havana Explosion, Karine Jean-Pierre to be First Black and Gay Press Secretary, Dave Chappelle Attacked, and moreHey everyoneeee, this week is a solo episode that me (Celine) is filming since Aahana has an important math test. In this week I talk about a deadly explosion in a hotel in Havana, the first black and openly gay White House press secretary, Dave Chappelle being attacked, Russia and Ukraine, and some updates in the Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard case. Enjoy! Sources: https://deadline.com/2022/05/dave-chappelle-attacked-onstage-hollywood-bowl-1235015840/ https://www.cnn.com/2022/05/05/politics/jen-psaki-karine-jean-pierre/index.html https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20220506-biden-appoints-karine-jean-pierre-as-first-black-white-house-press-secretary https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2022/may/04/russia-ukraine-war-russia-attacks-azovstal-steel-plant-after-first-evacuated-civilians-reach-safety-live?page=with:block-6272c97c8f08a5c31f5...2022-05-0925 min

We Are PodcastLet's Talk: StressHey y’all! Today we talk about a very prominent emotion among pretty much everyone these days… stress!! Stress is very important to talk about especially because it’s so common and if you ware feeling stressed out, just know you’re not alone! We talk about what stress is, how we personally experience it, and the do’s and don’ts of coping with it. Enjoy!! Stress Hotlines: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline https://www.psychguides.com/guides/anxiety-hotline/ https://www.opencounseling.com/hotlines-us https://www.chipublib.org/news/stressed-out-call-or-text-these-resources-for-support/ Connect With Us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Tw...2022-04-0219 min

We Are PodcastKetanji Brown Jackson, Madeleine Albright, Russia and Ukraine, and more.In this week's news update episode, we discuss more updates on the Russia and Ukraine crisis, the death of Madeleine Albright, the hearing of Ketanji Brown Jackson, and more. Enjoy! Sources: https://guides.ll.georgetown.edu/c.php?g=365722&p=2471070 https://www.cnn.com/2022/03/22/sport/ashleigh-barty-tennis-retirement-intl-hnk/index.html https://6abc.com/russian-war-crimes-in-ukraine-against-humanity-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken/11675336/ https://www.nbcnews.com/news/weather/strong-tornadoes-hail-destructive-winds-possible-week-rcna20842 https://www.politico.com/news/2022/03/24/gop-rep-jeff-fortenberry-convicted-of-lying-to-fbi-00020372 https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/23/us/madeleine-albright-dead.html https://time.com/6160376/prince-william-kate-royal-tour-controversy-caribbean/ https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/amanda-bynes-conservatorship-expected-end-judges-tentative-ruling-rcna17979 How to Help Russia and Ukraine Donation links: https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/ https://kse.ua...2022-03-2842 min

We Are PodcastWhat's the Best of the Best?Hey everyone! In this Funday Friday episode, we debate about what is the best of the best. We talk about colors, pets, animals, fruits, foods, and more. Enjoy!! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2022-03-2617 min

We Are PodcastRussia Advances, COVID, Brittney Griner, American Basketball, and moreHey everyone, welcome to another news update episode here at the we are podcast! This week we talk about some Russia and Ukraine updates, COVID 19, Brittney Griner, daylight savings, Texas fires, and more. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.npr.org/2022/03/20/1087766244/russia-ukraine-attack-art-school-mariupol-400-people-inside https://abcnews.go.com/International/us-military-osprey-aircraft-missing-board-training-norway/story?id=83538933 https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-senate-approves-bill-that-would-make-daylight-savings-time-permanent-2023-2022-03-15/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2022/03/18/black-hospitalizations-omicron-cdc/ https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/19/science/black-adults-hospitalized-omicron-covid.html https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/brittney-griner-detained-russia-us-officials-push-access-wnba-star-rcna20688 https://abcnews.go.com...2022-03-2238 min

We Are PodcastIs Organic Worth It?Hey everyone!! In this episode, we talk about organic agriculture, and whether or not we should increase it. We talk about environment, antibiotic resistance, yield, labor and more. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2022-03-1817 min

We Are PodcastRussia and Ukraine Advances, Airstrikes, Florida Bills, etc.Hey everyone, this week is another exciting line up of news updates! We talk about some updates in the Russia and Ukraine crisis (from now on, we will dedicate a section at the beginning of each news update for Russia and Ukraine), an attack in Pakistan, the "Don't Say Gay Bill," skin whitening products, and more. Enjoy!! https://www.nbcnews.com/news/mideast/what-are-differences-between-sunni-shiite-muslims-n489951 https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/04/world/middleeast/pakistan-peshawar-mosque-explosion.html https://www.wsj.com/articles/u-s-planning-to-ban-russian-oil-imports-11646746787 https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/11/business/economy/russia-trade-status-us.html https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-what-you-need-to-know-2f94db1fa8cb96c47d7885efafbf4e79 https...2022-03-1443 min

We Are PodcastIs Turkey Useful in NATO? Lets DebateHey everyone! In this week’s informative episode, we talk about Turkey’s membership in NATO, and whether is is beneficial or not to the treaty. This is also especially relevant during the Russia and Ukraine war, so we hope you learn something. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2022-03-0418 min

We Are PodcastWhat is Happening in Russia and Ukraine? Critical Race Theory, COVID, First Black Supreme Court Justice, etc.Hey everyone, this week we have some SUPER important news updates. First of all, Russia invaded Ukraine (we have predicted this would happen in past updates, but now it's a reality). We talk about what this means for Ukraine, what the US might do, and overall what affect this is having on our world. We also discuss the first black woman nominated on the Supreme Court, some COVID news, and the critical race theory (we talk about what it is, and why some people are so hesitant to teach it in schools). Enjoy! https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/white-house/white-house-announces-plans-directly-sanction-putin-rcna17760 ...2022-02-2844 min

We Are PodcastFavorites and HatredsHey! Today is a Funday Friday episode, and we decided to talk about favorite things and not so favorite things. Ranging from foods to sports to books, we cover everything and we hope we give some good recommendations! Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2022-02-2621 min

We Are PodcastRussia and Ukraine, Queen Elizabeth has COVID, Kim Potter Sentenced to Two Years in Jail, and moreHey everyone! In this news update episode we talk about some updates in previous topics we have discussed, such as the Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre case, the Kim Potter case, updates with Russia and Ukraine, and Kamila Valieva, the ice skater who tested positive for a banned substance. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.cnn.com/europe/live-news/ukraine-russia-news-02-20-22-intl/index.html https://www.deseret.com/coronavirus/2022/2/20/22943336/queen-elizabeth-ii-covid-19-symptoms-diagnosis https://www.cnn.com/2022/02/18/us/kim-potter-sentencing-daunte-wright/index.html https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/olympics-kamila-valieva-russian-figure-skater-entourage-chilling-rcna16771 https://www...2022-02-2130 min

We Are PodcastUnpreventable Illnesses: Cancer, Epilepsy, Allergies, and moreHey everyone! In this informative episode we talk about some unpreventable illnesses and conditions such as cancer, allergies, epilepsy, PCOS, and more. We talk about what they are, how you can help someone struggling with these conditions, and what to do during a crisis. Check out our website where we have a whole section about this under health. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2022-02-1818 min

We Are PodcastWinter Olympics, ISIS Leader Dies, Superbowl, Russia and Ukraine, etc.Hey everyone, welcome to another news update episode here at the We Are podcast (sorry we skipped last week). This episode is packed full of interesting topics including the Winter Olympics, the Super Bowl (by the time we posted we know the Rams won!!), some updates in the Russia and Ukraine situation, the death of an ISIS leader, and more. Enjoy! https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/33244019/tom-brady-happy-decision-retire-nfl-never-say-never https://www.cnn.com/2022/02/11/us/watch-super-bowl-2022-time-channel-trnd/index.html https://people.com/parents/rihanna-pregnant-expecting-first-baby/ https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/10/us/politics/abu-ibrahim-al-hashimi-al-qurayshi-isis.html 2022-02-1437 min

We Are PodcastTwo Truths and a LieHey everyone, in this lighthearted episode we play two truths in a lie. This is more of a fun, less serious episode where you can hopefully learn some new stuff about us. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2022-02-0513 min

We Are PodcastRussia and Ukraine Crisis, Pittsburgh Bridge Collapses, Honduras Welcomes First Female President, Prince Andrew, and moreHey everyone! in this episode we talk about a lot of different stuff including updates from some past topics we've covered (like Prince Andrew along with Russia and Ukraine), and some new stuff including Honduras's first female president, some weather updates, a Supreme Court Justice retiring (plus a lesson on the Supreme Court and what it is in general), and more. Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/24/politics/biden-troops-europe/index.html https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/10/covid-vaccine-pfizer-ceo-says-omicron-vaccine-will-be-ready-in-march.html https://www.dailynews.com/2022/01/27/what-our-poop-is-telling-us-about-the-omicron-surge/ https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/supreme-court/justice-stephen-breyer-retire-supreme-court-paving-way-biden-appointment-n1288042 2022-02-0136 min

We Are PodcastOUR ISSUESHey everyoneeee, welcome to a funday Friday topic here at the We Are podcast!! This week is a fun one. We talk about some of our issues, some of them funny and some of them serious. We joke around a lot but in all seriousness, please do seek help if you are dealing with some serious issues. Stay tuned! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2022-01-2820 min

We Are PodcastYemen Airstrike Kills, Lady Threatens School Board, Ukraine and Russia, etc.Hey everyone, this new update episode is jam packed with a ton of interesting updates including the Yemen airstrikes and the history behind Yemen (the world's worst humanitarian crisis), updates on the Gabby Petito case, a lady threatening the school board, the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and much more. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/21/texas-man-charged-over-threat-to-kill-georgia-election-official-before-trump-capitol-riot.html https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/21/politics/arrest-threatening-election-official-georgia/index.html https://www.webmd.com/vaccines/covid-19-vaccine/news/20210112/why-covid-vaccines-are-falsely-linked-to-infertility https://www.cnn.com/2021/11/01/health/infertility-covid-vaccine-kids-wellness/index.html https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/21...2022-01-2443 min

We Are PodcastShould Drugs Be Legalized?Hey everyone, welcome to another informative topic at the We Are podcast! Since Aahana and I recently had a debate about whether or not the US should legalize ALL illicit drugs (yes, ALL illicit drugs), we decided to make an episode about the cases for both sides. We also talk about reform within policing and some unfair prejudices associated drug laws. However, we want to add that we are NOT trying to promote legalizing drugs or drug use- they are harmful for you and we would never want to promote that. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org...2022-01-2124 min

We Are PodcastBiden voting rights speech, COVID hospitalizations reach high, Prince Andrew, Supreme Court blocks vaccine mandate, and moreHey guys, in this week's news update we talk a lot about COVID, including hospitalizations reaching a high, the Supreme Court blocking a vaccine mandate for large companies, some news on Prince Andrew, Robert Durst's passing, volcanoes causing tsunamis, and more. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/15/world/asia/tonga-volcano-tsunami.html https://www.nbcnews.com/think/opinion/biden-speech-backing-voting-rights-bill-what-activists-needed-why-ncna1287337 https://abcne=ws.go.com/Health/supreme-court-blocks-biden-vaccine-test-mandate-large/story?id=82179446 https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/15/us/prince-andrew-child-victims-act/index.html https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/10/nyregion/robert-durst-dies.html https://www.cnn...2022-01-1835 min

We Are PodcastLet's Debate: Controversial Topics Part 2Hey everyone! This week we're back for a part 2 of our first episode about debating controversial/not actually controversial topics! We talk about unfirms, showers vs baths, how often you should wash your hair, and more topics we disagree on. We tried to make this episode more lighthearted and fun. Stay tuned and enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg 2022-01-1423 min

We Are PodcastAhmad Arbery’s Case Sentencing, Boosters Authorized as Omicron Surges, Elizabeth Holmes’ Fraud, etc.Hey! In todays episode, we film virtually as we explore the biggest news from the week- and there was a lot- from COVID cases surging to wildfires to Betty White to Elizabeth Holmes, we have it all. And we hope, if anything, todays episode let’s some of the younger people in the world learn more about events happening in real time all around. And maybe finding something you’re passionate about along the way. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2022/01/07/ahmaud-arbery-murder-sentencing/ https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-52623151 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-11-25/what-happened-to-ahmaud-arbery-murder/100648940 https://www.npr...2022-01-1039 min

We Are PodcastThe Opioid CrisisHello!! Today we dive into a very important topic and one that has been a big issue among kids and adults alike. The opioid crisis is an epidemic in which people become addicted to prescribed painkillers and many whom died. We talk about what it is, signs of addiction, the waves of the epidemic, as well as what to do if you find yourself or a loved one become addicted. Sources: https://www.hhs.gov/opioids/about-the-epidemic/index.html https://www.cdc.gov/opioids/basics/epidemic.html https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/stages-of-opioid-addiction https://www.drugabuse.gov/drug-topics/opioids ...2022-01-0821 min

We Are PodcastOmicron Startles US, Kim Potter Guilty, Desmond Tutu, and Jeffrey Epstein's Accomplice.Hello everyone! Welcome to our first episode of the New Year! I hope you all have had a great New Years and are ready to start off the year with a bang! In this episode, we talk about Ghislane Maxwell and her relation to Jeffrey Epstein, Kim Potter being found guilty of manslaughter, Desmond Tutu, and much more. Enjoy! https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/29/us/ghislaine-maxwell-trial-wednesday/index.html https://apnews.com/article/kim-potter-guilty-manslaughter-death-of-daunte-wright-43e70645189bf61be64fc00534adf388 https://www.nytimes.com/article/daunte-wright-death-minnesota.html https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/coronavirus/omicron-sweeps-across-nation-now-73-of-us-covid-19-cases/3460953/ https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/20/health/moderna-booster-omicron-bn/index...2022-01-0333 min

We Are Podcast2021 RecapHeyyy everyone!! Since the new year starts tomorrow, we decided to create a recap episode where we talk about some highlights of the year! The first half is us talking about some of some standout moments from the podcast, school, etc. The second half is a mashup of our favorite moments on the podcast that really show what our purpose is and what we're trying to accomplish. Thank you for being with us on our wild journey this year! Also, HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We...2021-12-3109 min

We Are PodcastIt's Not That Simple.This week's episode is philosophical, and we dive into some misconceptions, labels, and patterns of thinking that we as a society continue to take part in. When we were young, we both thought the world was black and white. But what if that's not true. We talk about the complexities and many layers of our world, and how it is not in fact black and white like we were taught to believe. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are 2021-12-2521 min

We Are PodcastHow Could a Cop Mistake a Pistol for a Taser? Dante Wright Case, Omicron, Steph Curry, TikTok Challenges, etc.Hey everyone!! In this episode we talk about some important events circling including updates in the Dante Wright case, the Omicron variant, a highly dangerous Tik Tok trend, and more. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2021/12/16/tiktok-violence-threats-schools-united-states-security/8933323002/ https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/wireStory/college-student-sentenced-month-capitol-riot-role-81816944 https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/586429-harvard-announces-january-move-to-remote-learning-work-as-covid-19-case https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/18/world/parker-solar-probe-wt-science-newsletter-scn/index.html https://www.cbsnews.com/news/kim-potter-testimony-friday-trial-daunte-wright-killing/ https://www.nytimes.com/article/daunte-wright-death-minnesota.html https://abcnews.go.com/US/storms-tornadoes-dominate-forecast-week-wild-weather/story?id=81833411 2021-12-2039 min

We Are PodcastThe Best TV Shows!!!Hey guyssss! Today we talked about some of our favorite TV shows that we’ve watched, including all sorts of genres and types from dramatic reality to comedy fiction. These all have really good plots and hopefully you find one you like! Most of these are fitted for teenagers, and lots are family friendly. However, some are more intense than others, so make sure to do some research of your own before watching something a little more mature than is appropriate for you. Also, because next week is finals week, we will not be posting, but we will be ba...2021-12-1117 min

We Are PodcastThe Devastating Michigan Shooting, CNN Fires Chris Cuomo, Omicron in the US, LeBron James, and more.Hey everyone, in this week we talk about a lot of topics circulating including the recent Michigan shooting, the new Omicron variant, more about COVID, Meghan Markle, LeBron James, Thomas Massie, and more. Enjoy! Sources: https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/parents-captured-son-charged-oxford-school-shooting-81553606 https://www.npr.org/2021/12/04/1061465160/michigan-school-shooting-parents-captured-oxford https://www.npr.org/2021/12/01/1060542851/a-4th-student-has-died-in-the-michigan-high-school-shooting https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/04/us/michigan-oxford-high-school-shooting-saturday/index.html https://www.nytimes.com/2021/12/02/world/europe/meghan-markle-tabloid-lawsuit.html#:~:text=Meghan's%20Legal%20Battle%20Against%20The%20Mail%20on%20Sunday&text=Meghan%2C%20the%20Duchess%20of%20Sussex%2C%20secured%20a...2021-12-0737 min

We Are PodcastCryptocurrency 101In this episode, we discuss cryptocurrency and whether or not it should be regulated. We talk about what cryptocurrency is, how it started, and the benefits and downsides to regulation. Enjoy! Sources: https://bbcincorp.com/resources/offshore-company-for-cryptocurrency-pros-and-cons https://fortune.com/2021/04/13/tax-evasion-avoidance-irs-us-cryptocurrency-offshore-illegal-income-underreporting-taxes-chuck-rettig/ https://www.cnbc.com/2021/05/31/cryptocurrency-poses-a-significant-risk-of-tax-evasion.html https://fortune.com/2021/04/13/tax-evasion-avoidance-irs-us-cryptocurrency-offshore-illegal-income-underreporting-taxes-chuck-rettig/ https://www.cnbc.com/2021/07/17/bitcoin-miners-moving-to-us-carbon-footprint.html https://www.cnbc.com/2021/07/17/bitcoin-miners-moving-to-us-carbon-footprint.html https://www.c-sharpcorner.com/article/top-10-countries-with-the-most-cryptocurrency-holders/ https://thehill.com/opinion/energy-environment/569395-cryptocurrency-makes-the-climate-crisis-worse https://science.howstuffworks...2021-12-0324 min

We Are PodcastAhmad Arbery Case Makes a Verdict, the New Omicron COVID-19 variant, Islamaphobia, and more.Hello! Welcome to our News Updates for 11/29/21. This week I (Aahana) had a slight runny nose (I am all better now) so we filmed virtually, meaning the quality may be slightly worse and there will be no YouTube video this week. We cover topics from everywhere including the now infamous Ahmad Arbery case and it’s verdict, the new Omicron variant, some Islamaphobic and racist remarks at the capitol, and more. Enjoy! Sources https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-52623151 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-11-25/what-happened-to-ahmaud-arbery-murder/100648940 https://news.un.or...2021-11-2934 min

We Are PodcastWhat Happened in the Kyle Rittenhouse Case, Astroworld, Turpin Sisters, COVID-19 and more (News Updates 11/21/21)Hello everyone! This is probably one of the best news update weeks we’ve had yet, jam packed with everything from Kyle Rittenhouse, Austria’s new COVID mandates, and a big WTA scandal to Astroworld, other crime cases and more. Also, since it is Thanksgiving week, we will not be posting this Friday. But please have a great Thanksgiving, eat a ton, spend time with your loved ones, go Black Friday shopping, give back to your community, and enjoy!! Sources: https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/... https://www.cnn.com/2021/11/18/us/cov... https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/pr... https://apnews.com...2021-11-2348 min

We Are PodcastOur School Story-times/ Dealing With PopularityBefore you read: This was supposed to filmed and posted as our first Funday Friday! We filmed it a long time ago and completely missed posting it, and we just rediscovered it so if we say this is our first Funday Friday episode, just know that the timeline has changed!! Also this was a year ago so it may be slightly outdated in terms of opinion... (aka its embarrassing) Welcome to the very first Funday Friday episode at We Are! On Fridays, we talk about more fun and lighthearted things that teens may go through, including relationships...2021-11-2032 min

We Are PodcastThe Kristallnacht and the Holocaust: Impact on SocietyHeyyy, in this episode we discuss the Nazi party, the Holocaust, Hitler, and the Kristallnacht. We also talk about the importance of learning about these events, their relevance in society, and why literature is the best way to explore this time period. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.history.com/topics/holocaust/kristallnacht. Destruction by Stephanie Fitzgerald PDF Link www.ushmm.org/collections/bibliography/kristallnacht https://www.britannica.com/biography/Adolf-Hitler https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/nazi-party Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.or...2021-11-1530 min

We Are PodcastLet's Debate: Controversial TopicsHello everyone! This week we talk about lighthearted controversial topics that can be great icebreakers and are just fun to think about. Enjoy!! Follow us on our social media: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: weare-youth.org 2021-11-1321 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 11/6/21Heyyy, in this week's episode we talk about the Virginia elections, the Atlanta Braves, some lawsuits, a guy with a creepy doll obsession, vaccination mandates, Greta Thunberg, and more. Enjoy! https://www.nytimes.com/live/2021/11/03/us/election-updates https://www.cnn.com/2021/11/04/politics/virginia-house-of-delegates-republican-sweep/index.html https://www.cbsnews.com/news/winsome-sears-virginia-lieutenant-governor-elect/ https://www.wesa.fm/politics-government/2021-11-02/you-proved-that-we-can-have-a-city-for-all-gainey-becomes-pittsburghs-first-black-mayor https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/32538651/atlanta-braves-beat-houston-astros-first-world-series-championship-1995 https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/justice-department-sues-texas-over-voting-restrictions-new-election-law-n1283278 https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-doj-files-lawsuit-against-texas-over-voting-curbs-law-2021-11-04/ ...2021-11-0940 min

We Are PodcastThe Epidemiologic Transition in Correlation to the Demographic Transition and How it Affects Our Society TodayHey! Today we talk about the demographic and epidemiological transition and how it pertains to us today. This is really important to understand just in general, and for anyone taking AP Human Geography. Enjoy! Sources: my teacher :) Follow us on our social media: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2021-11-0624 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 11/1/21Hey!! For the start of November we started out todays News Updates by a quick wrap up of the best day in October: Halloween! We go over some basic rules as well as world affairs, COVID-19, FaceBook, etc. Enjoy, check out and follow our socials, website, and email and podcast, and have a great week! Sources: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/10/29/pfize... https://www.healthline.com/health-new.... https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/26/busine... https://www.cnbc.com/2021/10/28/faceb... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ticker_... https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2021... https://abcnews.go.com/International/... https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/... www.usatoday...2021-11-0242 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 10/25/21Hey and welcome to another news update episode!! This week we talk about a famous movie star accidentally shooting someone on set (yes that actually happened), tuskless elephants, more on the Gabby Petito case, vaccines, brain fog, latex gloves, and more. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/21/us/brian-laundrie-update-gabby-petito-thursday/index.html https://www.statnews.com/2021/10/20/covid19-vaccine-booster-dose-moderna-johnson/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2021/10/22/elephants-evolving-have-no-tusks-years-poaching/6133380001/ https://apnews.com/article/entertainment-arts-and-entertainment-shootings-movies-santa-fe-9132dc507b5bd9273156f051998e5d03 https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/578163-obama-gives-fiery-speech-for-mcauliffe-dont-sit-this-one-out https://www.bbc...2021-10-2634 min

We Are PodcastHALLOWEEENNNNNNN: Pre-thoughts, costume ideas, candy preferances, etc.SPOOKY SEASON IS HEREEEEE!!!!!!! LISTEN IF YOU DARE. In this episode we talk about everything halloweeny, from candy to costumes to just the holiday itself. We give some of our favorite costume ideas, discuss which candy is the best, and more. Enjoy!!! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2021-10-2321 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 10/18/21Hey everyone, welcome to another news update episode!!! This week we talk about a lot of heavy topics like bow and arrow attacks, knife attacks, shootings, other tragic events, vaccinations, COVID, and more! Enjoy!! Sources: https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2021/10/a-phenomenal-kid-family-stunned-by-death-of-alabama-13-year-old-fatally-shot-while-playing-on-ipad-in-bed.html https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2021-10-15/unvaccinated-adults-11-times-more-likely-to-die-of-covid-19-cdc https://news.northeastern.edu/2021/09/16/why-are-people-not-getting-vaccinated/ https://www.vox.com/2021/10/16/22729648/manchin-climate-change-reconciliation-clean-electricity-program https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/oct/15/casualties-explosion-hits-shia-mosque-afghanistan https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/robert-durst-sentencing/index.html https...2021-10-1844 min

We Are PodcastIntro to Physical Health: FitnessHey! Today we started off our first physical fitness episode with an overview of fitness and some good methods on how to stay fit properly. We also discussed benefits and the science behind it. Make sure to follow us for more in depth episodes on the topic! Enjoy! Citations: “Mental Health and Physical Health.” Mental Health Minnesota, 1 May 2019, Mental Health and Physical Health Livingston, Mercey. “How Exercise Can Make You Happier -- Even If You Hate It.” CNET, CNET, 12 Feb. 2020, 4 ways exercise can make you happier -- even if you don't like to exercise. 2021-10-1620 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 10/11/21Hey! Welcome to another News Updates episode. This week we cover the topics of new holidays, Brian Laundrie, student loans, whistleblowers, shootings, and the squid games! Enjoy, follow us, and don’t forget to subscribe! Sources: https://www.usnews.com/news/education... https://www.cbs58.com/news/new-detail... https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/08/us/gab... https://observer.com/2021/10/netflix-... https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/lo... Credit to wikipedia.com for some definitions. https://www.businessinsider.com/faceb... https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/06/tech/f... https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/new... https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/08/us/cal... https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/06/us... ht...2021-10-1242 min

We Are PodcastQ and AHey! Today is a Funday Friday where we take on some interesting q and a questions for you guys to get to know us better. We got these off a website filled with questions, and we hope you all enjoy getting to learn some about our friendship, ourselves, adventures we’ve had, some preferences, etc. Make sure to let us know any future topics you’d want us to address, and Enjoy!!! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are 2021-10-0920 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 10/4/21Heyyyy, and welcome to another weekly news update episode here at the We Are Podcast!! We talk about Britney Spears for like the gazillionth time (don't worry, it's interesting), more about COVID, Sarah Everard, injustice in the police force, and more!! Enjoy! Sources: https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/celebrity/r-kelly-found-guilty-sex-trafficking-trial-n1280053 https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/01/health/pumpkin-spice-smell-wellness/index.html https://www.npr.org/2021/09/29/1041473650/britney-spears-conservatorship-dad-jamie-spears-suspended https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/mercks-covid-19-pill-cuts-risk-death-hospitalization-by-50-study-2021-10-01/ https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/mercks-covid-19-pill-cuts-risk-death-hospitalization-by-50-study-2021-10-01/ ...2021-10-0443 min

We Are PodcastBody PositivityWe are sooooo excited to make this episode- we talk a lot about what the body positivity movement even is, what it means, how to be confident+ tips to grow your own confidence and stay healthy, along with how you can implement everything we talk about into your own life. Enjoy!!! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website...2021-10-0226 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 9/27/21Heyyyy, welcome to another news update here at the We Are podcast! This week we talk more about the Gabby Petito case, our speculations about it, a lot about COVID-19, Britney Spears, Chris Cuomo, and more. Enjoy!! Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/21/us/gabby-petito-brian-laundrie-update-tuesday/index.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/09/22/gabby-petito-death-laundrie-search/ https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2021/09/20/1038832951/pfizer-and-biontech-vaccine-trials-for-kids-show-the-shots-are-safe-and-effective https://www.reuters.com/world/us/britney-spears-calls-texts-were-monitored-new-documentary-says-2021-09-25/ https://www.today.com/food/couple-kicked-out-texas-restaurant-wearing-masks-protect-son-t231805 https://www.npr.org/2021/09/24/1040492251/chris-cuomo-sexual-harassment-abc-news-executive-shelley-ross https://www.cnn.com...2021-09-2839 min

We Are PodcastTrends We Hate and LoveHey! Today we’re talking about trends we hate and love, including things from the devious licks (please let us go to the bathroom in peace) to amazing funny trends. Enjoy, and let us know what trends you like/hate and what you thought of our opinions! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2021-09-2521 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 9/20/21Hey! In today’s news updates, we discuss many interesting topics. We really found ourselves talking about many different crime/murder/missing people etc., so this week is a little bit of more of that murder mystery type stuff. We also talk about pop culture, Gavin Newsome, vaccines, etc. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/... https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/16/us/gab... https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/18/us/gab... https://abc7.com/governor-newsom-reca... https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/17/opinio... https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2... https://www.statnews.com/2021/09/17/f... https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/17/health... https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/17/us/rob... https://ww...2021-09-2149 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 9/15/21Heyyy! This episode is a little shorter than the rest (we had homecoming right after!!!), but we talk about a lot of things, such as Ed Asner's passing, protests in Afghanistan, animals shape shifting, and even more. Also please please please check out our 9/11 episode, which we posted Sunday. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/29/arts/television/ed-asner-dead.html https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/08/asia/afghanistan-women-taliban-government-intl/index.html https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/living/story/13-year-girl-challenging-sexist-racist-classist-school-79879689 https://www.npr.org/2021/09/09/1035149651/biden-will-require-vaccines-for-federal-workers-as-part-of-a-new-covid-strategy https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/08/politics/usda-food-security-report-2020/index.html 2021-09-1625 min

We Are Podcast9/11Hey and welcome to another episode at the We are Podcast! You might have noticed that we are posting this on Sunday instead of Monday or Friday- we decided to go a little off schedule since this is such an important topic (we were originally going to post this on the actual day, Saturday, which is when we filmed it, but we ran into some technical difficulties when trying to post it). We want to take a moment to recognize the impact 9/11 had on our country, and the lasting effects it still has 20 years later. We share some stories...2021-09-1348 min

We Are PodcastHigh School Relationships: HomecomingHello! Today is a Funday Friday night here we tackle our first impressions of relationships in high school. We talk about not only how to ask people, but things we’ve seen, ways to reject people, awkward situations, and homecoming. We also tackle toxic friendships and friendships in general. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-you...2021-09-1129 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 9/6/21Hey, and welcome to another news update episode at the We Are Podcast!! This week is more about Elijah McClain, natural disasters, Afghanistan and more. As we say many times during the episode, check out our past news updates to get more backround on the Afghanistan situation, and tune in to our Black Lives Matter episode to hear Elijah McClain's full story in depth. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/03/asia/new-zealand-attack-intl-hnk/index.html https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2021/09/02/hurricane-ida-united-states-northeast-hearbreak-horror/5707977001/ https://nypost.com/2021/09/03/satellite-images-show-flooding-in-ny-nj-after-hurricane-ida/ https://www.npr...2021-09-0742 min

We Are PodcastFinance: Money Dilemmas about Dating, Friends, etc.Welcome to the first finance episode at the We Are podcast!!!! We're super excited this week to talk about financial dilemmas that are common among many people, including who should pay for the first date, whether or not you should lend a friend money, and other awkward and uncomfortable situations we can all relate to. Enjoy, and feel free to contact us and let us know if you have any feedback!! Sources: https://www.elitesingles.com/mag/relationship-advice/who-should-pay-for-date https://www.northfinancialadvisors.com/how-much-should-i-donate-to-charity/ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/51542 https://www.moneyunder30.com/financial-gifts-the-etiquette-of-giving-and-receiving-money Connect with us: Email: we.are...2021-09-0431 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 8/29/21Hiiii! This week we're bringing a new kind of news update to the table. We do talk about topics we have talked about in previous episodes, such as the situation in Afghanistan, but we also discuss stuff like Tik Tok challenges, Jojo Siwa, and hot dogs. Enjoy!! P.S. I apologize if the audio is glitchy, we filmed online this week. Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/25/health/moderna-vaccine-fda-submission/index.html https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/23/health/pfizer-vaccine-approval-fda.html https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/western-nations-race-complete-afghan-evacuation-deadline-looms-2021-08-25/ https://www.axios.c...2021-08-3135 min

We Are PodcastWhat the First Week of High School is LikeHello! Today we talk about our first week of high school, our classes, a dance, social life as new kids, etc. Please share your experiences with us! We hope this helped give you a glimpse into that life. Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2021-08-2821 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 8/21/21Hello! In today’s updates, we tackle more depressing yet interesting and important topics including the Taliban takeover, Haiti earthquake, mental health, bomb threats on the capital, etc. Enjoy! P.S. SORRY that this is a day late… Sources: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/f... https://www.cnbc.com/2021/08/18/afgha... https://www.cnbc.com/2021/08/15/afgha... https://www.bbc.com/news/world-27307249 https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/w... https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/19/politi... https://www.cbsnews.com/news/greg-abb... https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/18/health... https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/17/asia/n... https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/... https://www.aljazeera.com...2021-08-2444 min

We Are PodcastMenstruationHello! Today we tackle the complex discussion of menstruation, what’s it like, what to expect, our experiences, taboo, misconceptions, period poverty , products, and what you can do to help period poverty. Also, I wore a red shirt for the occasion. Enjoy! Sources: https://umbelorganics.com https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/cont... https://sph.umich.edu/pursuit/2020pos... https://www.unfpa.org/menstruationfaq https://online.regiscollege.edu/blog/... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-c... https://www.huffpost.com/entry/femini... https://www.ehn.org/diapers-and-menst... https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topi... https://ww...2021-08-2142 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 8/16/21Hey! We started highhh schooolllll today! Story time coming soon. But anyways this week we talk about Britney Spears, the Taliban, Cuomo, Bureau’s, etc. Enjoy! Sources: https://nypost.com/2021/08/10/andrew-... https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/12/politi... https://www.npr.org/2021/08/12/101022... https://www.reuters.com/world/least-6... https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/12/europe... https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2021... https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/12/health... https://www.investopedia.com/here-s-w... https://www.npr.org/2021/08/11/102663... https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/12/us/ten... https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare... https://www.politico.com/states/flori... https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dallas-t... https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/12/us/fat... https://ww...2021-08-1748 min

We Are PodcastOur Craziest ExperiencesHeyyy and welcome to another Funday Friday episode!! This week we talk about some of our most memorable experiences, some of them hilarious, some totally crazy, and some just flat out creepy. Hope you enjoy!! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2021-08-1428 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 8/9/21Hey! Today we tackle the top updates from last week, including the Olympics, Governor Cuomo, natural disasters, school, etc. Enjoy!! Citations: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-58091071 https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/04/politics/joe-biden-gets-confrontational-with-gop-governors-over-covid/index.html https://www.npr.org/2021/08/06/1025212834/cdc-new-eviction-ban-moratorium-renters-landlords https://www.npr.org/2021/08/06/1025495042/dixie-fire-california-wildfire-greenville https://nypost.com/2021/08/07/neighbors-call-cops-on-black-realtor-showing-home-to-black-dad-son/ https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/07/us/chicago-police-officers-shot/index.html https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/03/politics/cuomo-ag-report-fallout-key-points/index.html https://www.npr.org/2021/08/05/1024975969/the-billionaires-club-has-a-new-member-rihanna https://www.cnbc.com/2021/08/07/us-senate-moves-infrastructure-bill-closer-to-passage-with-key-procedural-vote.html https...2021-08-1052 min

We Are PodcastSkincareeeeeeAh, skincare. I think both Aahana and I can say we have struggled at least a little bit with our skin and I especially have had bad acne and have tried practically EVERYTHING. So, here are some tips from us about what worked and what definitely didn't work (baking soda face masks, toothpaste spot treatments, and a bunch of online scams I wish I never fell for). I hope you learn something from our experiences and DO's and DONT's, and feel free to share which products work for you, we'd be happy to hear!! Enjoy! Sources: 2021-08-0622 min

We Are PodcastDemocrats and RepublicansSo, as Aahana put it, we have "vowed" to put out a video discussing Democrats and Republicans, their views, and overall what the parties mean. As promised, here it is FINALLY. We have talked a lot about Democrats and Republicans throughout our other episodes, especially news updates, but we never really went in depth into the individual values and ideals that coincide with each party, in, might I add, an unbiased way. So, here it is! We hope you learn something and maybe even form an opinion about which party you do, or don't, support (or maybe you don't...2021-08-0535 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 8/2/21Thanks for tuning in to another weekly news report from the We Are podcast!! With the pressure of the Olympics on athletes rising and corona virus cases mounting, we discuss many interesting topics this week including earthquakes, Simone Biles, and whistleblowers. Hope you enjoy! Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/27/politics/lingering-wounds-capitol-attacks/index.html https://www.cbssports.com/olympics/news/2020-tokyo-olympics-simone-biles-withdraws-from- inhttps://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2021/07/26/1020799661/coronavirus-faq-im-vaccinated-i-thought-i-could-give-up-masks-but-should-i https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/07/21/jimenez-gender-reveal-fire-charges/ https://www.foxnews.com/us/fort-bliss-coronavirus-outbreak-whistleblower-complaint https://www.cbsnews.com/news/aurora-colorado-police-violent-arrest-video/ https://www.reuters.com/world/us/magnitude-72-earthquake-strikes-alaska-peninsula-usgs-2021-07-29/ https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/29/us...2021-08-0350 min

We Are PodcastBook Recommendations!Hey! Today we talk about some of our favorite books for anyone, from any gender, who likes any genre. We cover it all! The audio is a little fuzzy due to the virtual recording, sorry about that! Highlighted Books: Harry Potter We Were Liars The Selection Percy Jackson Where the Red Fern Grows Agatha Christy books (very good murder mystery) One of Us is Lying The War That Saved My Life Around the World in 60 Days 2021-07-3036 min

We Are PodcastPoverty in YouthHey! Today we discuss one of the focuses of our podcast and how important it is to address. This is part of series we will do regarding poverty. Next part in this series is actually going to have a guest speaker that is very knowledgeable and experienced on this topic to spread awareness. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.americanprogress.org/issues/poverty/reports/2021/01/12/494506/basic-facts-children-poverty/ https://www.goodcall.com/news/strong-correlation-continues-poverty-graduation-rates-09275/ https://www.urban.org/sites/default/files/publication/65766/2000369-Child-Poverty-and-Adult-Success.pdf https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-05-19/why-some-children-born-into-poverty-become-successful 2021-07-2832 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 7/26/21Heyyy and welcome to your weekly dose of news updates from the We Are podcast. This week we discuss even MORE natural disasters, their underlying causes, the Olympics, and more! Sources: https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/djokovic-history-line-tokyo-olympics-78988980 https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/22/politics/doj-anti-gun-trafficking-initiative/index.html https://abcnews.go.com/US/ohio-man-charged-hate-crime-related-alleged-plot/story?id=78996529&cid=clicksource_4380645_12_comic_strip_sq_hed https://www.npr.org/sections/tokyo-olympics-live-updates/2021/07/20/1018390493/toyota-and-other-big-olympics-sponsors-are-downplaying-their-ties-to-the-games https://www.voanews.com/usa/us-politics/us-infrastructure-bill-fails-first-vote-senate-try-again https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/delta-variant-now-accounts-83-percent-new-covid-cases-n1274482 https://w...2021-07-2743 min

We Are PodcastShower ThoughtsHey! Today we talk about shower thoughts and some weird realizations! Enjoy! https://www.boredpanda.com/funny-shower-thoughts/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=organic https://www.liveabout.com/funny-shower-thoughts-4170198 Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2021-07-2333 min

We Are PodcastDouble StandardsHey! Today we talk about some double standards in society, ones we've faced, what they are, how to deal with them, and much more. Enjoy! Sources: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/0272431618791278 https://wdet.org/posts/2018/09/11/87283-serena-williams-and-the-double-standards-women-of-color-face/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3783344/ https://thebottomline.as.ucsb.edu/2020/02/perfection-standards-in-the-black-community-copy-wip https://www.jstor.org/stable/223435readnow=1&refreqid=excelsior%3A20b46e80e17d0a9825d8d9c8a8832ca4&seq=2#page_scan_tab_contents Connect with us: 2021-07-2132 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 7/19/21Welcome to another weekly news update episode at the We Are podcast!! This week we talk about some interesting headlines, ranging from natural disasters to vaccinations to pop stars Britney Spears and Olivia Rodrigo! Enjoy! Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-57839526 https://www.foxnews.com/world/german-floods-kill-42-dozens-missing https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/fire-bangladesh-juice-factory-kills-three-many-feared-trapped-2021-07-09/ https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-justice-watchdog-release-report-into-fbi-probe-ex-usa-gymnastics-doctor-2021-07-14/ https://www.letsrun.com/news/2021/07/there-wont-be-any-spectators-at-the-olympics-thats-not-that-different-from-a-normal-track-meet-except-it-is/ https://apnews.com/article/joe-biden-government-and-politics-haiti-42975e871627d635ae3e6d7fdac83f1a https://www.abc27.com/news/us-world/olivia-rodrigo-meets-with-biden-fauci-to-drive-up-vaccination-rates-in-young-people/ https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-07...2021-07-1947 min

We Are PodcastOur Best Advice For Middle School! (or school in general)Today is a Funday Friday!!! We talk about some advise we wish we could've given ourselves before entering middle school, and that we will carry with us for the rest of our lives. From everything ranging from relationships, to dealing with stupid people, to homework and study strategies, we cover it all. Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Websit...2021-07-1628 min

We Are PodcastThe Insurrection At Capitol: What ACTUALLY HappenedHello! Today we decided to tackle some misconceptions around the rioting at the capitol and spill the truth. Enjoy! All of our sources are listed on our website under SoPo. Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2021-07-1427 min

We Are PodcastNews updates 7/12/21Hey! Today is the first time we show our faces! Along with that, since its a Monday, we cover the biggest headlines from the week! Enjoy! Sources: https://www.npr.org/2021/07/04/1013006156/pope-francis-is-in-a-rome-hospital-for-a-scheduled-surgery-on-his-large-intestin https://www.wesh.com/article/tropical-storm-elsa-landfall/36950839# https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/06/us/howard-university-nikole-hannah-jones-ta-nehisi-coates/index.html https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/nikole-hannah-jones-declines-unc-s-tenure-offer-position-howard-n1273116 https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2021/07/health/us-covid-vaccination-disparities/ https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/07/americas/haiti-president-jovenel-moise-attack-intl/index.html https://www.politico.com/news/2021/07/06/pentagon-jedi-contract-498308 https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/pentagon-cancels-10b-jedi-cloud-contract-microsoft...2021-07-1341 min

We Are PodcastWe GRADUATED Middle School!!!!We graduated! Along with a speech I gave at my graduation, Celine and I share some thoughts and feelings that occured during this part of our lives. And a little about how we feel about high school! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2021-07-0929 min

We Are PodcastAnxiety and OCD: Recognizing and Dealing Wit' ItThe title is a joke btw. Sorry this is a day late MY REMINDER DIDN'T GO OFF. This episode is apart of our mental health series. In this episode, Celine and I tackle the importance of talking about mental illness. Todays episode is about anxiety and OCD and the daily struggles of experiencing it. Celine has actually dealt and has been diagnosed with these illnesses, so she gives personal tips and shared her experiences in hope to educate and make other struggling with the same things feel supported. We also talk about common feelings, symptoms, how it consumes you...2021-07-0935 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 7/5/21Our news updates for this week! Since its the Fourth of July weekend, we decided to give a segment dedicated to the occasion. We also talk about many important events including the condo collapse, hurricanes, airstrikes, Bill Cosby, racially derived shootings, Juul lawsuits, the NCAA, etc. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/july-4th https://www.constitutionfacts.com/us-declaration-of-independence/fascinating-facts/ https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/miami-florida-building-collapse-07-03-21/index.html https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/more-60-dead-heat-wave-pacific-northwest-region-confronts-new-n1272856 https://www.cnn.com/2021/06/27/politics/us-airstrikes-iran-backed-militia-groups...2021-07-0639 min

We Are PodcastShopping!!! The Best Tips and TricksToday we talk about the things we’ve learned over the years that have helped us save tons and get really cute things while shopping! Enjoy! Connect with us: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: https://weare-youth.org/2021-07-0329 min

We Are PodcastHealth: VapingToday we talk about the dangers of vaping and how real it is. There is so much more to learn about it, deeper than what you normally think of. We share what that is and how exactly you can help educate yourself and others, as well as get help. We hope you enjoy! Source: https://drugfree.org/drug-and-alcohol-news/e-cigarette-use-spikes-among-high-school-students/ https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/wr/mm6937e1.htm https://truthinitiative.org/research-resources/emerging-tobacco-products/juul-use-doubles-one-year-driving-unprecedented https://www.nm.org/healthbeat/healthy-tips/emotional-health/vaping-4-risks-for-kids https://kidshealth.org...2021-07-0133 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 6/28/21Our News Updates! We talk about so many important event from this week from Britney Spears speaking out to heat waves to the Olympics to the new infrastructure deal. Enjoy! Sources: https://amp.usatoday.com/amp/7686378002 https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/14/world/europe/biden-vatican-communion-abortion.amp.html https://www.nydailynews.com/news/world/ny-tokyo-olympics-fans-20210621-ulzmrenotnfhxba3g6wvjb4mrq-story.html https://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/16/heat-wave-intensifies-across-us-west-amid-record-drought.html https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/jun/18/us-heatwave-west-climate-crisis-drought https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/biden-communities-repurpose-covid-relief-money-stop-gun/story?id=78421110 https://www.nbcnews.com/politics...2021-06-2839 min

We Are PodcastThe Best Summer Activities + Dealing With Summer Emotions!Today we are going to talk about some of the best things you can do to entertain yourself and even earn some money during your summer vacation. Enjoy! Follow us on our social media: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are Youtube: We Are Pinterest: We Are @weare_youthorg Instagram: We Are @weare_youthorg Website: weare-youth.org/2021-06-2526 min

We Are PodcastWhat is the Black Lives Matter movement really about?In this episode we talk about what BLM really is and its importance in our society. We give background on how it started, and describe the stories on some victims of police brutality, including Breonna Taylor, Elijah McClain, and George Floyd. We think along with talking about publicized victims, we should also talk about lesser known cases such as Elijah McClain, because they truly need to be addressed. We then really dive into how you can help and be involved in our society, as well as help our fellow citizens in the African American community. Resources: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/31...2021-06-2339 min

We Are PodcastNews Updates 6/22/21Today is our first News Updates episode!!! We are so excited to be sharing the biggest headlines from the week in an engaging and easy to grasp way. We'll talk about some major event, issues, conflicts, and other important updates that occurred this week. Sorry we posted a day late! Today we talked about the Yulin Meat Festival, a couple of recent criminal trial outcomes, Israel's government and its relation to Palestine, foreign affairs and meetings that happened including Biden meeting with Putin, the G7 Summit, etc. Enjoy! Sources: NYTimes, CNN, BBC, NPR, etc. 2021-06-2240 min

We Are PodcastEpisode 1: Our PurposeThis is crazy! Our first episode is being released! This episode is a bit different than what the normal format will be, but we thought it would be great to talk about the basics of We Are, how it got started, and our purpose for the first episode. For more information, check out our website where we talk about us, our purpose, and the topics we want to further discuss in depth. Follow us on our social media: Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.com Twitter: We Are @weare_youthorg Facebook: We Are 2021-06-1445 min

We Are PodcastIntro TrailerHeyyyy! This is a little intro to the We Are Podcast, our purpose, and basically what we're all about. We are so excited and humbled to have this opportunity and really hope we can make a difference. We will be posting three times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Mondays are for news updates, Wednesdays are any specific issue in our world we want to address, and Fridays are lighthearted and more fun topics teens can relate to. You'll see more details about our purpose throughout this podcast, but this is a short description. For more information right now...2021-06-1302 min