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Updated Feb 1
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Updated Jan 30
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Society & Culture

Updated 12/17/2025

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Mental Health

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Updated 3d ago
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Politics

Updated 12/20/2025
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Updated Jan 30
Music

Music

Updated 09/23/2025
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Politics

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3D AGO

The Smoking Gun

A Bonus Episode of Shadow and Light Gun violence is often reduced to headlines, statistics, and soundbites. The Smoking Gun refuses that reduction. In this bonus episode of Shadow and Light, host Keyari Page takes listeners on an immersive journey through the lived reality of losing someone to gun violence—not from the moment of the act, but from what follows: the knock at the door, the unanswered calls, the anger, the temptation of revenge, and the daily battle to keep living without becoming what caused the harm. Produced by Keyari Page and Samir Smith (also known as BL A CK), the episode blends spoken word, original songs, and sound design to centre grief, memory, and restraint. It honours two loved ones who deserve justice, while acknowledging a truth many know too well: when a life is stolen, time keeps moving—and the mind struggles to keep up. The episode culminates in a powerful mashup between Keyari’s spoken-word piece “Losing My—” and BL A CK’s original song “Losing My Mind,” merging voice, music, and memory into a single act of remembrance. This is not a story about the killer. It is a story about the stolen. Follow Shadow and Light on Instagram: @shadowlightpodcast Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork

3d ago

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21 min
1D AGO

Life After Life: A Peek Into the Afterlife with Maureen Hancock

In this episode of Good Grief, Skylar sits down with Maureen Hancock—one of New England’s most well-known spirit mediums and lovingly known as the “Comedian Medium.” Together, they talk about grief, the afterlife, and the many ways our loved ones continue to show up after they’re gone. Maureen shares her own near-death experience, how she became an evidential medium, what the moment of passing is really like, and why signs like songs, numbers, birds, chills, and dreams might not be coincidences after all. They also unpack skepticism, fear around mediumship, and how staying open doesn’t mean abandoning logic—it means leading with curiosity. This conversation is comforting, honest, sometimes funny, and deeply grounding, especially for anyone missing someone they love and wondering if they’re still near. Contact & Resources: Maureen’s Website The Medium Next Door: Adventures of a Real-Life Ghost Whisperer Facebook Get in contact with Maureen via email: maureen@maureenhancock.com Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Good Grief: Life After Loss on Instagram @goodgrief.pod If you have any questions please email Skylar Jackenthal at skylar@livelikesam.org Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram @bethechangemedianetwork The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the change. Media Network or its partners.

1d ago

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1h 5m
JAN 29

Can We Laugh About This? Dark Humor & Grief

Grief doesn’t always look like tears and silence — sometimes it looks like dark humor. In this episode, Skylar explores why joking after loss feels healing for some people and deeply uncomfortable for others. Through personal reflection and psychology, she breaks down dark humor as a coping mechanism, why some grievers lean into laughter, and why others avoid it altogether. Whether you cope with loss through laughter, tears, or both, this episode reminds you there’s no right way to grieve. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Good Grief: Life After Loss on Instagram @goodgrief.pod If you have any questions please email Skylar Jackenthal at skylar@livelikesam.org Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram @bethechangemedianetwork The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the change. Media Network or its partners.

Jan 29

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18 min
1D AGO

Sharing Power, Shaping Decisions: Youth Voice in Grantmaking

Welcome back to Voices in Action, a podcast from The National Lottery Community Fund, co-produced with Be the change. Media Network. In this episode, we explore the role of Youth Voice Advisors at The National Lottery Community Fund, where young people help assess applications, speak directly with applicants, and influence funding decisions to change lives across the UK. Our host, Lily Mott, is joined by three brilliant guests who bring different perspectives to this work. Youth Voice Advisors Fatemah and Ffion reflect on their journeys in the role so far. Nadine, who works on the UK Fund programme, shares how Youth Voice Advisors are embedded into grantmaking processes and how their insights are changing how staff think, learn, and make decisions. Together, they explore what youth involvement in grantmaking actually looks like in practice: from peer reviewing applications and leading calls with young people, to evaluating meaningful youth participation. They explore how being trusted with real influence builds confidence, shifts power, and changes the way organisations understand communities. This episode is an honest look at what happens when young people are not just heard, but believed, respected, and trusted to help shape decisions. We see how that impact is felt not only by young people, but by staff, systems, and funders. For more information about: The National Lottery Community Fund: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk The National Lottery Community Fund’s Approach to Youth Voice: https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/news/from-decision-making-to-culture-change-developing-our-approach-to-youth-voice Be the change. Media Network: https://www.bethechangemedianetwork.com/ Follow The National Lottery Community Fund on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram and LinkedIn. Subscribe to this podcast and join us for more stories of youth-led change, community, and the power of social action.

1d ago

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47 min
FEB 6

Arissa Roy

Change comes through collaboration and community. Arissa Roy is the founder and CEO of Project Power Global, which is a non-profit committed to spreading awareness about lack of access to education and to addressing the problem by directly supporting communities in need. To get connected with Arissa, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn. To learn more about Project Power Global, visit: https://www.projectpowerglobal.org/. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork. Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast. If you have any questions, please email Lily Mott at lily@bethechangepodcast.org. Opinions shared by the guests and hosts of this show are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the change. Media Network.

Feb 6

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20 min
11/20/2025

The Night a Medium Said, “Your Brother Is Here.”

In last week’s episode, we talked all about signs from the other side — and this week, Skylar finally had the chance to experience one up close. She went to see Maureen Hancock, a well-known medium, hoping (and honestly begging) to hear from her brother Sam. What happened that night surprised her, overwhelmed her, and cracked something open in her grief that she didn’t expect. In this episode, Skylar shares the full story: the moment Sam came through, the messages he gave, the things that lined up in ways she can’t explain, and the lessons she walked away with. Whether you believe in mediums or are just curious, this is the story of what it feels like when love, loss, and hope collide in one room Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Good Grief: Life After Loss on Instagram @goodgrief.pod If you have any questions please email Skylar Jackenthal at skylar@livelikesam.org Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram @bethechangemedianetwork Learn more about Maureen Hancock and find a show near you! https://linktr.ee/maureenhancock

11/20/2025

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23 min
JAN 15

Being a Griever in a Grieving Nation

In this episode of Good Grief: Life After Loss, Skylar explores what it means to live with personal grief in a moment of collective national pain. As political unrest, violence, and injustice continue to shape life in America, many people are feeling overwhelmed, distracted, numb, or emotionally exhausted. This episode discusses collective grief, desensitization, numbness as a survival response, and the balance between protecting your heart and staying engaged with the world. Tune in to talk about grief, mental health, emotional overwhelm, and how to keep living — and caring — during a time that feels heavy for so many. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Good Grief: Life After Loss on Instagram @goodgrief.pod If you have any questions please email Skylar Jackenthal at skylar@livelikesam.org Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram @bethechangemedianetwork The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the change. Media Network or its partners.

Jan 15

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14 min
09/17/2025

Evergreen Strong: Lessons from Tragedy, Healing Together, and Building a Better Future

On September 10th, a shooting took place at Evergreen High School in Evergreen, Colorado. Two students were injured, and countless other students, teachers, and community members were left shaken by an event that has become tragically familiar across the United States. In this episode of Be the change. Podcast, I sit down with my dad, Chad Mott, who has taught at Evergreen High School for 21 years. Together, we reflect on what happened that day, the history and causes of school shootings and political violence in America, and explore the changes we need to keep schools safe and protect future generations. This conversation is about more than the events in Evergreen on September 10th, 2025; it’s about a national crisis. With more than 100 incidents of gunfire on school grounds already in 2025, we explore how we got here, what families, schools, and communities can do to protect young people, and what policies and cultural shifts are urgently needed to prevent further tragedies. Above all, this episode is about community, empathy, and the power of education to make change. Resources to Learn, Support, and Take Action: Resilience 1220: Offering one-on-one counseling, community drop-in listening circles and public presentations. Colorado Healing Fund: Donate to support the victims and the needs of the Evergreen community. Everytown for Gun Safety: America’s largest gun violence prevention organization, advocating for stronger laws and community-based solutions. Sandy Hook Promise: Trains students and adults to recognize warning signs and intervene to prevent gun violence before it happens. Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence: Works to enact and enforce gun laws and promotes awareness to end gun violence. March For Our Lives: A youth-led movement pushing for legislative action and cultural change to reduce gun violence. Giffords: Fighting to end gun violence through policy, education, and community engagement. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork. Follow Be the change. Podcast on Instagram: @bethechangepodcast. If you have any questions, please email Lily Mott at lily@bethechangepodcast.org.

09/17/2025

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27 min
05/22/2025

The Art of Grief Deflection

What do you say when someone asks if you have any siblings, or what your parents do for work, and the truth is, they’ve died? In this episode, we explore the quiet but painful moments when loss collides with small talk. Skylar shares personal reflections on the tension between telling the truth and protecting yourself, the awkwardness of unexpected grief conversations, and the invisible weight behind seemingly simple questions. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Good Grief: Life After Loss on Instagram: @goodgrief.pod Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram: @bethechangemedianetwork If you have any questions please email Skylar Jackenthal at skylar@livelikesam.org.

05/22/2025

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18 min
12/11/2025

Scrolling Through December: Social Media & Grief

This week, we’re talking about why social media hits so much harder during the holiday season. From the matching pajamas and “best Christmas ever!” captions… to the TikTok gift guides for moms, brothers, and partners you may no longer have… scrolling can feel like walking through a minefield when you’re grieving. In this episode, Skylar breaks down: Why holiday comparison hurts more than ordinary days How the highlight reel can steal joy from even the strongest people How grief gets amplified by TikTok, Instagram, and the algorithm Practical boundaries that protect your heart without deleting everything How to stop doom-scrolling before it starts If you’re grieving and struggling with social media this December, this episode will help you feel seen, grounded, and less alone. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Good Grief: Life After Loss on Instagram @goodgrief.pod If you have any questions please email Skylar Jackenthal at skylar@livelikesam.org Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram @bethechangemedianetwork The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the change. Media Network or its partners.

12/11/2025

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15 min

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