Episodes
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The popular series "Grand Army" was released in 2020 following the lives of five teenagers attending a Brooklyn high school. This series is super up to date with cases like Covid 19, homophobia, rape, systemic racism, and other current issues. This week's commentary presents Rachel and me breaking down some key moments in the show for yall. Grand Army is very relatable and I hope you guys enjoy our take on it. XO!
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This episode embodies the phrase "The good ole days". Fellow podcaster @Thatssomatthew and I talk about old Disney Channel shows and reminisce about our childhoods before high school came to ruin it all lol. This is the first collab I've ever done with another podcaster and it's out the day after my one-year WCR anniversary. Nostalgia, nostalgia, nostalgia. Enjoy! XO
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Nowadays with Zoom and DMs being super accessible, it's easier than ever to share info about others' lives and your own. Hearing rumors made about you most of the time feels MUCH worse than making them about others. In this episode, Cat and I talk about the implications of gossiping, misconceptions about gossiping, gender differences, friendship groups, and so much more... Enjoy! XO
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In this episode, Jihan and I talk about whitewashing in society and how it impacts minority teenagers. Jihan and I share our stories about maintaining our cultures despite living in western countries. We also talk about stereotypes, cinema, culture and so much more. Enjoy! XO
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As teenagers, it's very normal for us to comply with norms and trends for all the wrong reasons. Cosmetic surgery is super popular and normalized nowadays by celebrities and "normal people" (lol) alike. So, in this episode, Isabel and I wanted to shed light on different opinions surrounding procedures. We talk about "botched" surgeries, pressuring, beauty standards, celebrities, confidence, and so much more. Enjoy! XO
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Substance abuse amongst teenagers is a topic that has been explored for many years with studies showing that 1 in 5 teens have abused prescription medication, and millions of teenagers are struggling with this issue. Zeno and I are both a part of our school's drug prevention group so we wanted to shed light on this prominent issue. We talk about addiction, peer pressure, getting help and so much more. Enjoy! XO
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Doing exercise is extremely important for your health, especially with all the stress of being a high school student. As we are getting out of the pandemic and sports are now available we can focus more on it. For this episode, I'm joined by sports enthusiast Robert Lessiak who shares his own experiences and gives advice for teens who want to exercise more. Enjoy! XO
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Colorism is the prejudice or discrimination against someone based on the darkness of their skin. This is inherent within many communities and society itself. Both Ananya and I have experienced colorism and understand the struggles minorities can face with this issue. Although some might not consider it as "serious" as many other issues minorities face, it is important to talk about it, as it can perpetuate a lot of negative stereotypes and encourage insecurities. I hope you guys learn something from this episode, Enjoy! XO
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Culture shock is something that is experienced by people of all ages. Since the start of the pandemic and the multiple lockdowns, culture shock has taken a new meaning. As we are slowly getting out of lockdown I've invited Heraldo, a student who moved to my school mid-lockdown to talk about his experience. In this episode, we cover integration, language barriers, international environments, and of course; culture shock. Enjoy! XO
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Making online friends can seem like a very exciting experience for many teenagers who are trying to widen their friend groups. But like many things, there are both good and bad aspects to it. In this episode, Ana Paula and I give some advice on making online friends safely. We talk about catfishing, manipulation, making healthy connections, safety precautions and so much more. Enjoy! XO
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Cancel Culture is a modern form of ostracism in which someone is thrust out of their "fame". With the popularity of social media, cancel culture has become the norm with more and more celebrities being canceled daily. With this new power though, comes great responsibility hehe. In this episode, Shannon and I discuss the issues around cancel culture and how teens can hold people accountable without ruining their lives. Enjoy! XO
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Toxic masculinity is a very ambiguous topic to some, yet it is still a very prevalent issue around the world. It encourages gender bias, violence, homophobia, insecurity, sexual assault, and unfortunately much more. That's why it's important for young people to recognize and talk about these issues. So, for this episode, Omar and I talk about toxic masculinity, generational trauma, individuality, gender norms and so much more. Enjoy! XO
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Creating projects can be really daunting for teenagers, but the pride that is felt after starting one successfully is so worth it. As a 2021 graduate with a lot of project experience Assiya has tons of insightful advice to dish out. For the first episode of season 3, Assiya and I discuss our favorite projects, project stress, motivational tips, and so much more! Enjoy! XO
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This episode is about all things fashion. Fashion can be important to teens as it allows them to express themselves. In this season finale, Virgile and I talk about famous fashion designers, our favorite fashion trends, fast fashion, ethical shopping and so much more... Enjoy!! XO
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Participating in sports can help teens a lot with their health, but due to the covid 19 pandemic, a lot of students aren't able to try out different sports. For this episode, I'm joined by basketball champ Faith Mubu where she shares some of her own sports experiences and gives advice for teens who want to start playing. Enjoy! XO
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As teenagers representation is important as it allows us to be able to see ourselves on many different platforms. It lets us know that our voices and stories matter and in turn further valorizes them. In this episode, Maraki and I talk about the importance of representation, cultural appreciation vs appropriation, self-representation, and the importance of educating ourselves on other people's stories. Enjoy! XO
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In a world with more than 7,000 languages and globalization being at an all-time high, multilingualism has become the norm. Many teenagers are expected to not only know their mother tongue but other languages as well. Both Julia and I are extremely lucky to go to a school that provides us with the education to learn multiple languages. In this episode, Julia and I share our experience with multilingualism and give some advice to other teenagers. Enjoy! XO
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As a Singaporean and Canadian teenage girl, Emily has experienced both sides of the biracial coin. In this episode, Emily and I were able to brush on some of the struggles surrounding the Asian community that we're seeing all over the media at the moment. Due to the Covid, 19 pandemic Asian people have experienced increasing cases of discrimination and violence. It's important for us to amplify and listen to the voices of teenagers who face these issues every day. I really hope you guys enjoy and take something from this episode! XO
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During quarantine, a lot of teenagers have understandably struggled with their health journeys. This is why Ana and I came together to share our own experiences and give advice. In this special episode a teen fitness adviser and I talk about; scheduling, self-confidence, healthy eating, finding motivation and so much more. Enjoy! XO
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