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Winn TucsonGuests - Laurie Moore, Kelly Walker, Victoria Lem, Katey McPhersonGuests - Laurie Moore, Kelly Walker, Victoria Lem, Katey McPherson
Laurie Moore joined Kathleen Winn to discuss the recent decision by the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA to withhold $51 million in funding from Pima County due to concerns about how federal money was spent on migrant services.
Kelly Walker joined the program to discuss his ongoing battle after being targeted following his criticism of school policies.
Victoria Lem, chair of Legislative District 20 for the Republican Party in Pima County, shared her recent experience lobbying in Washington DC with Concerned Women for America.2025-05-091h 31Winn TucsonGuests - Betsy Smith, Katey McPherson, Scot Mussi, Eb WilkinsonGuests - Betsy Smith, Katey McPherson, Scot Mussi, Eb Wilkinson
The political divide in America has taken a dangerous turn as Tesla owners across the country face vandalism and violence.
Two contrasting cases in Arizona schools highlight troubling inconsistencies in how educators are disciplined for misconduct.
Scot Mussi, president of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, joined the discussion to share a significant legal victory regarding election integrity in Arizona.
Financial advisor Eb Wilkinson joined the discussion to provide perspective on recent market volatility and counter politically-motivated fearmongering about the economy.
2025-04-151h 30Winn TucsonGuests - Scott Miller, Katey McPherson, Betsy SmithGuests - Scott Miller, Katey McPherson, Betsy Smith
2025-04-081h 31Winn TucsonGuests - Jason Sheppard, Katey McPhersonGuests - Jason Sheppard, Katey McPherson
Fentanyl poisoning has become America's number one killer for citizens aged 18-49.
While fentanyl poses an external threat to America's children, sexual misconduct in schools represents an institutional failure to protect the most vulnerable. Katie McPherson, a youth mental health and school safety advocate, highlights the alarming statistics: in 2023 alone, 272 reports of sexual misconduct were filed with the Arizona Department of Education investigation unit.
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Embracing AutismEmbracing Autism IRL – The Ultimate Secret Weapon For Autism Safety with Katey McPherson [Sponsored]What if you had a secret weapon to protect your autistic child—both online and in the real world? This cutting-edge device is helping families stop wandering, detect online threats, and provide real-time safety like never before.
In this exclusive early-access episode of Embracing Autism IRL, I sit down with Katey McPherson from Bark Technologies to uncover how this breakthrough technology is changing the game for autism families.
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📢 Sponsored by Bark Technologies, LLC2025-03-1431 minWinn TucsonGuests - Lisa Golembiewski, John Collins & Maybelle McCleod, Katey McPhersonGuests - Lisa Golembiewski, John Collins & Maybelle McCleod, Katey McPherson
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Tony Stark's Hero Up Podcast25: The Silent Epidemic: What Parents Don’t Know About Their Kids’ Mental Health with Katey McPhersonIn this powerful episode of Hero Up with Tony Stark Policci, I sit down with Katey McPherson, a nationally recognized advocate for youth mental health, TEDx speaker, and expert in internet safety. Katey has spent decades working with schools, parents, and law enforcement to protect children from the hidden dangers of technology, mental health struggles, and the rising threats to today’s youth. Katey shares her journey from working as a school administrator to her role with B.A.R.K., an AI-powered app that helps keep kids safe online. We dive deep into the rea...2025-02-261h 16Winn TucsonGuests – Attorney Charles Johnson & School Advocate Katey McPhersonGuests – Attorney Charles Johnson & School Advocate Katey McPherson
A legal battle over a jail tax election in Cochise County has exposed serious concerns about voter disenfranchisement and election integrity, with implications for upcoming tax initiatives across Arizona.
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ON BOYS PodcastNavigating Youth Mental Health in the Digital AgeHow can we support our boys’ well-being during a youth mental health crisis? How can we help them navigate life in this digital age?Katey McPherson has been working on these issues for years. Since we last talked in 2019, she and others have helped the state of Arizona pass a bundle of laws intended to decrease youth suicide. She’s also helped countless schools, communities, and families learn how they can support youth mental health in the current digital age.In this episode, Janet & Katey discuss:How to keep kids safe (safer?) when using school...2024-11-2143 minWinn TucsonTom Horne – State Superintendent of Public Education; Katey McPherson – Educational Consultant on School Safety, School Culture and Adolescent Brain DevelopmentTom Horne – State Superintendent of Public Education; Katey McPherson – Educational Consultant on School Safety, School Culture and Adolescent Brain Development
2024-11-1648 minON BOYS PodcastBrendan Kwiatkowski: Connecting w Teen BoysBrendan Kwiatkowski knows that connecting with teenage boys requires understanding, patience, and a willingness to create a safe emotional space.Kwiatkowski, PhD, a renowned researcher specializing in boys’ emotions, experiences, and masculinities, says that teen boys “assume most people don’t want to hear about their negative emotions.”Helping Boys Express Their EmotionsOne of the key factors in a boy’s ability to express his emotions is his parents’ response to his distress. If a boy knows that his anger, sadness, or frustration will upset his parents’ equilibrium, he is more likely to stifle his...2024-07-1150 min
KindlEDEpisode 42: Building Healthy Brains. A Conversation with Ned Johnson.This week, Kaity and Adriane chatted with Ned Johnson, co-author of "The Self-Driven Child" and "What Do You Say?" about healthy brain development. Episode 42 explores: 🔥 the impact of school start times on brain development🔥 fostering genuine connections that inspire our youth to thrive in and out of the classroom🔥 the need for an ideal learning environment🔥 technology's double-edged sword in modern childhood🔥 the power of intrinsic motivation🔥 how happiness and engagement are crucial for effective learning🔥 and so much more!Tune in for a conversation that will equip you with the strategie...2024-04-091h 07
What's The LessonThe Invisible Threats: Navigating The Digital World with Katey McPhersonIn This Episode, We Chat About: Digital safety education for every parent needs to guide their kids. How social media is impacting your kids on mental health. Conflict resolution for bullying. Resources + Links: Find resources on Katey’s website: https://www.kateymcpherson.com/ Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/ Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran 2024-02-2344 min
Made Easy MethodHow Parents Can Help Teens Navigate Phones & Social Media with Katey McPhersonIn this insightful and compassionate episode, we navigate the challenging yet crucial world of parenting in the digital era. Our expert guest, Katey McPherson, with her rich background in counseling and education, brings over 20 years of experience to the discussion. Her deep understanding of the adolescent mind and the influence of technology on young lives offers invaluable insights for today's parents.Host Tanya, a mother of four, joins Katey in a conversation that resonates with every parent grappling with the digital age's complexities. They share personal stories and experiences, highlighting the importance of understanding and adapting to...2023-12-161h 03Made Easy MethodUnpacking the Impact of Phones & Social Media on Teen Bullying & Suicide Trends with Katey McPhersonAs teenagers, the challenges of adolescence are daunting, especially in a digital world. I'm Tanya Kirkpatrick, and I'm joined by my dear friend Katey McPherson in our podcast. We explore the complexities of raising teenagers in a world dominated by social media and instantaneous connections. Together, we address the significant challenges our youth face, highlighting social awareness, providing a safe haven, and reevaluating the role of grades in defining success.In our conversation, we dive into the profound impact of the digital world on our youth. We also discuss concerns about mental health, the repercussions of adverse...2023-12-081h 04
Thinking It Through with Dr. Naidoo, Child PsychiatristEpisode 27- Safety and Social Media for Today's Youth with Katey McPhersonOn this Episode of Thinking It Through with Dr. Naidoo- Child Psychiatrist, she welcomes a guest who tackles THE MOST challenging issue parents face today- Managing Screen time and Social Media. With over 25 years of experience in schools, and decades of Arizona community activism with youth mental health initiatives, at the grassroots and state level, she is an outspoken educational advocate for the awareness of social media safety. Katey also serves as the Director of Professional Development for Bark for Schools- an AI app that helps protect millions of children. To top it all off she is a mother of...2023-08-2536 min
Guiding GrowthKatey McPhersonKatey McPherson brings experience in school leadership, prevention, and organizational change with 25 years as a secondary school teacher, guidance counselor, and PK-12 school administrator. Katey’s educational career focus is on student and teacher social and emotional wellness and supports. She has worked diligently on several youth mental health initiatives and laws, delivers professional development to learning communities with a focus on creating adaptive coping skills and resiliency, and speaks to students to increase their awareness and education in digital citizenship/social media responsibility.
Katey currently serves as the Director of Professional Development for Bark for Schools, an a...2022-10-1027 min
ON BOYS PodcastEvil Witch Claire Zulkey on Life as a Boy Mom"Boy mom" Claire Zulkey is the only female in her family. (Yes, the family dogs are male too.)
She's also a self-described "evil witch" & creator of Evil Witches newsletter, a fantastic community and newsletter for people who happen to be mothers and know that you can love and loathe your kids at the same time.
Claire's son are now 7 and nearly 10, and she's learned to let them handle their own disagreements, for the most part. (After teaching them ways to compromise and manage conflict)
"I let them be mad at each other," she says. "I let them work it out...2022-06-2345 min
Mequell Buck: Thriving with Mental IllnessEp. 72: Katey McPherson - Youth Mental Health Advocatewww.kateymcpherson.com @kateyaz1
Mequell and Adam are joined by youth mental health advocate Katey McPherson. Katey has over 25 years experience as a teacher, guidance counselor and school administrator. She joins us for a discussion around helping our youth with coping, connectivity and ultimately keeping them safe with the rash of suicides and violence we are seeing. She offers real solutions in how to become trusted adults and steps to take in building resources within our community.
2022-06-1545 min
PrepTalksKatey McPherson, Addressing Student Anxiety (024)On May’s episode of PrepTalks, Ned speaks with Katey McPherson, an Arizona-based educational advocate with more than 25 years of experience as a teacher, guidance counselor, and school administrator. They talk about strategies for addressing the anxiety that so many of our middle and high school students suffer from, including the importance of parents and school staff providing a non-anxious presence (or NAP). They also dive into the need to cultivate resilience rather than taking it for granted, and how showing vulnerability and validating our teens’ and tweens’ emotions is critical for building authentic connections. Likewise, Ned and Katey discus...2022-05-1142 min
HomanityEp. 36 - It’s Okay To Not Be OkayBetween the death of Cheslie Kryst, former Miss USA, the dramatic increase in teen suicide and rising mental health issues we ask ourselves…WHY? Katey McPherson, Mental Health Advocate joins Brad and Bree with some helpful ways to approach the conversation of depression and thoughts of harming yourself with children and teens in this new age of anxiety and poor coping skills in young people and children. Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-TALK or #988 www.kateymcpherson.com2022-02-1530 min
Parenting Future-Focused KidsResponsible Digital CitizenshipGuest Katey McPherson discusses being a responsible digital citizen, the impacts of social media on social-emotional health, and tips on how to promote healthy behaviors online. Katey brings experience in school leadership, prevention, and organizational change with 25 years as a secondary school teacher, guidance counselor, and K-12 school administrator. Katey currently serves as a Regional Sales Manager for Bark For Schools, an artificial intelligence app that protects over 5 million children nationwide, and is a national public speaker on youth mental health and suicide prevention. During the podcast, Katey discusses additional resources whic...2021-12-0131 min
ON BOYS PodcastDr. Michele Borba Knows How to Help Boys ThriveDr. Michele Borba knows how to help boys thrive.
She's a "boy mom" -- a mother of 3 grown sons, educational psychologist, and the author of Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine.
Many boys are stressed but don't tell their parents because "they don't want to hurt us," Dr. Borba says. They want and need coping skills, and aren't getting what they need from school social-emotional learning (SEL) programs. And they're really worried about "flunking life."
It's time for parents to pivot and refocus their parenting efforts. The first step, Dr. Borba says, is to prioritize...2021-07-1546 min
I'm Not In An Abusive RelationshipKeeping Our Kids Safe with Renee Abrams and Katey McPherson of BarkRenee Abrams and Katey McPherson of Bark, a technology to help parents and caregivers proactively monitor text messages, social media and more for their children's safety, join Dan on this episode to talk about keeping our kids safe from sexual assault online.
From red flags to technology to help, this conversation covers a lot as we continue our Sexual Assault Awareness Month coverage.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Bark
Protect Young Eyes
Talking About Sex (website)
Peggy Orenstein (books)
Common Sense Media
Building Boys (website)
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If you need resources or help in any way, call our 2...2021-04-1438 min
The Wellness Mama Podcast425: Katey McPherson on Helping Kids & Teens Build a Healthy Relationship With TechnologyIt’s no secret that technology is a big part of our lives and is likely to increase in our everyday lives. It’s no secret either that screen time can be addictive especially for kids. We’re gonna go deep on how we can help kids build a really healthy relationship with technology, mental health for teenagers, …2021-03-1147 min
The Wellness Mama Podcast425: Katey McPherson on Helping Kids & Teens Build a Healthy Relationship With Technology It’s no secret that technology is a big part of our lives and is likely to increase in our everyday lives. It’s no secret either that screen time can be addictive especially for kids. We’re gonna go deep on how we can help kids build a really healthy relationship with technology, mental health for teenagers, … 2021-03-1147 min
Win This YearNavigating the New Landscape of Childhood - Katey McPhersonAfter recognizing the need for more awareness and education on the impact of screen time, video games, and social media on the development and mental health of her students, former school administrator Katey McPherson developed her own national platform to share current research and evidence-based best practices to assist students, parents, and schools as we navigate the new landscape of childhood.Katey shares her experience, wisdom, and insight with us on this episode of "Win This Year."Contact information, books, and resources and links mentioned in this episode:Katey McPherson's Facebook - https...2019-12-1047 min
ON BOYS PodcastHelping Teens Cope with Anxiety, Depression & MoreIt's not easy to talk to boys about anxiety, depression and mental health.
And yet, in a world in which 1 in 8 kids has an anxiety disorder and 2-3% of children ages 6-12 have serious depression and suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for young people ages 15-24, not talking about these topics is irresponsible. You wouldn't skip the sex talk, would you? (If so, click over to this episode right now!)
As adults, it's our job to equip our children with the skills they need to deal with whatever life sends their way. Our job to help them...2019-10-1739 min
The Bitches Be Brave PodcastProtecting Our Kids In A Digital World, how much is too much, how to go from mean to mighty, with Katey McPhersonThis episode is MUST to listen to if you have kids or teens. Katey discusses how this generation is the least courageous and resilient of all times, and we need to look at how we parent our kids to change this. Parents need to model good digital behavior for our kids and set blocks of time that are digital free. Before our kids get a device, we need to identify: What is the function desired?, What is the value of the device? and What is the desired outcome? We need to create boundaries and restrictions with our kids and show...2019-04-1350 min
ON BOYS Podcast146 What You Need to Know about Boys & Suicide (w Katey McPherson)Young men are 4X more likely to die of suicide than young women
The suicide rate for boys ages 15 to 19 grew by 30 percent from 2007 to 2015
Suicide is now the second leading cause of death for ages 10-24
No one wants to think or talk about suicide, but as people who care deeply about the well-being of boys, we'd be remiss to stay silent. This episode is a tough, but vitally important, one.
Trigger warning: This episode includes frank conversations about suicide and includes non-graphic descriptions of the circumstances surrounding some suicides
Katey McPherson
Our guest, Katey McPherson, is a boy...2019-01-3132 min
ON BOYS Podcast146 What You Need to Know about Boys & Suicide (w Katey McPherson)Young men are 4X more likely to die of suicide than young women
The suicide rate for boys ages 15 to 19 grew by 30 percent from 2007 to 2015
Suicide is now the second leading cause of death for ages 10-24
No one wants to think or talk about suicide, but as people who care deeply about the well-being of boys, we'd be remiss to stay silent. This episode is a tough, but vitally important, one.
Trigger warning: This episode includes frank conversations about suicide and includes non-graphic descriptions of the circumstances surrounding some suicides
2019-01-3132 min
Inside Business Podcast Presented by The Mesa Chamber of CommerceMark & Sally Discuss AZ Talks Teen Suicide Event Upcoming May 9thGuests Katey McPherson of the Gurian Institute and Carlos Alfaro of The LIBRE Initiative join Sally and Mark to talk about the recent epidemic in Teen Suicides in the Phoenix East Valley and the event that the Mesa United Way, Mesa Chamber of Commerce, Mesa Community College and Arizona Talks have scheduled to help raise awareness and educate to community on the issue.
AZ Talks Teen Suicide Event
Wednesday, May 9th, 2018
AZ Talks Teen Suicide Event
Mesa Community College
Performing Arts Center
1520 S Longmore
Mesa, AZ 85202
RSVP: http://w...2018-04-1014 min
The Struggle is Real: Modern ParentingIf You Love Them, Let Them Go feat. Katey McPhersonOne of your most important goals as a parent is to raise children who become independent and self-reliant people. Tune in to this week's podcast for insights on how to let go of your fears and give your kids more freedom to be independent.
Guest Speaker: Katey McPherson
Hosts: Dr. Alicia La Hoz, Frederick Ford Beckley & Veronica Avila2018-02-0500 min
KoinoniaKatey McPherson - Gurian InstituteThe learning Minds of Boys and Girls Sept. 9+10. Attendees will learn the latest research in gender differences related to education and human behavior. They will leave with proven success strategies for strategic school wide and classroom implementation. This intense training experience is designed for teachers, administrators, parents and other professionals working with children in all settings including those serving in the social services.2017-08-2213 min