32 episodes
PA Youth Voices PA Youth Vote
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With the busy world around us, it can be hard to wrap our heads around all of the change, creativity, and chaos. From civil rights movements to global pandemics and everything in between, a lot has happened and our generation has a lot to say! Our podcast is led by youth, but it is for everyone to learn from. This is us sharing our voices and amplifying those of activists. Join our team of invested and passionate teenagers as we lead discussions on elections, civic education, equity, and other important issues that matter to Gen Z!
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Explaining Inequitable School Funding and Educational Equity
Education has often been viewed as an equalizing force. It gives people the ability to climb the socioeconomic ladder and pave a path for a better life. However, opportunities to receive an education of high quality and good worth are not equally available to all. There are massive disparities in resources and quality of education across the country. When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted schooling across the country, the circumstances highlighted this inequality, as many schools closed for months and transitioned to virtual learning. This emphasized the differences that exist between students with access to the internet and upscale technologies and those who struggled as they were unable to afford them or be provided with them. In this episode, the team provides a background on the history of educational equity, current problems with school funding, recent events in Pennsylvania, ways to achieve equity in schools, and more.
Hosts: Simir, Gayatri, and Anika
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Interviewing Kadida Kenner, the CEO of the New Pennsylvania Project
For our first episode of 2023, PA Youth Voices spoke to the incredible Kadida Kenner! Listen in to hear her speak about what sparked her passion for voting rights, the ups and downs of her journey as an activist, the founding and growth of the New Pennsylvania Project, the organization's achievements over the past two election cycles, and her advice for those interested in pursuing a modern career in civic engagement.
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West Point Students
Welcome to another exciting episode! We have a special one for you today. Our hosts Gayatri and Laqueenda interview two Black West Point students, Amani Haskins and our very own Sheyla Street, about civic engagement and their experiences at a military academy, especially as part of the MELANATE club. They talk about getting involved in political activism and community service, and how they plan to implement aspects of civic education throughout their time at West Point and in their lives post-graduation!
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Defining Success in Modern Society
In this episode, we (Anika, Gayatri, and Sehaj) discuss how the idea of success may or may not align with the idea of happiness, depending on how you approach accomplishment and growth. In this day and age, we are often taught that success comes in the form of wealth, fame, social status, and respect, but this viewpoint narrows our potential and progress. We define success in the contexts of school, work, family, life benchmarks, and productivity. Tune in to join our conversation and reflect on discovering yourself, navigating expectations, and pushing your limits but being sure to set boundaries for yourself. Be passionate. Be persistent. Be positive. And of course, learn from the journey.
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Pro-Choice/Pro-Life: Abortion
Hello listeners! The recent Supreme Court decision Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization effectively overturned Roe v Wade. Our youth discuss their viewpoints on this divisive issue, along with the importance of being open to conversation and making your voice heard. Listen, learn, collaborate, and create the change that you want to see in your community. Follow us on social media @payouthvote.
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Dissecting the Psychology of Gossip
In this episode, we (Gayatri, Sajda, and Zion) analyze the psychology of gossip. Gossiping is something that we are all aware of, and it has both positive and negatives. We deconstruct the importance that rumors, scandal, and provocative stories have in society. Listen in to hear us "spill the tea" on disihing the dirt and how the shock factor of gossip plays a role in all of our lives. Follow us on social media @payouthvote. And make sure to tune in every 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month for more episodes!
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