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Ep. 39: Athletics & Monetization of Youtube

Ep. 39: Athletics & Monetization of Youtube

by | Jan 25, 2022 | Mental Health, Parenting, Podcast, School

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School athletics are a huge part of many teenagers’ lives.

Josh Duke joins Karlie for a coach’s perspective on how to make the most of school athletics for teenagers. Whether your teen is the star player or a bench warmer, his practical advice will help you manage expectations and improve your player’s game. Josh and Karlie also explore the monetization of YouTube- how channels build and lose revenue and who the key players are.

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Karlie Duke
Karlie Duke

Communications Director

Josh Duke
Josh Duke

Athletic Director, Grace Preparatory School

Ep. 38: Social Media & the Metaverse

Ep. 38: Social Media & the Metaverse

by | Jan 18, 2022 | Personal Development, Podcast, Social Media

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YouTube

Social media isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, but we can help teens (and ourselves) have a better relationship.

Join Karlie Duke and Digital Media Manager, Kelly Fann, in a candid conversation about algorithms and how to talk with teens about the effects it can have on self-esteem. Don’t miss where they break down the “metaverse” and better ways to set health goals without encouraging a negative body image.

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If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below.  We would love to hear from you!

Karlie Duke
Karlie Duke

Communications Director

Kelly Fann
Kelly Fann

Digital Media Manager

Ep 37: How to Start & Sabbaticals

Ep 37: How to Start & Sabbaticals

by | Jan 10, 2022 | Mental Health, Personal Development, Podcast

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Most people start the year full of resolution… which ends somewhere around January 5.

But what if there was a way to set goals that made them easier to keep? Chris and Karlie have a few tips up their sleeves on how to start better so finishing is easier and how to help teens achieve their goals in 2022.

Then join the conversation on why working till you drop won’t really work and why a sabbatical might be just what the doctor ordered.

In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

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If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below.  We would love to hear from you!

Karlie Duke
Karlie Duke

Communications Director

Chris Robey
Chris Robey

Former CEO

TL Selects: Race with Robert Purvey

TL Selects: Race with Robert Purvey

by | Jan 4, 2022 | Mental Health, Personal Development, Podcast, Race & Racism

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TL Selects is a special series, starting December 2021, with four of the past episodes we’ve found most helpful and that we believe could be the most helpful to you.

Racism is a topic that pervades schools, politics and churches in America. Join Chris and Karlie with special guest Robert Purvey in an important conversation about this difficult and sometimes polarizing subject. We are excited for you to hear Robert’s wisdom and insight on the importance of talking about racism with our teenagers.

In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

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If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below.  We would love to hear from you!

Chris Robey
Chris Robey

Former CEO

Karlie Duke
Karlie Duke

Communications Director

TL Selects: Substance Abuse with Sara Kaylor

TL Selects: Substance Abuse with Sara Kaylor

by | Dec 28, 2021 | Mental Health, Parenting, Podcast, Resources

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How to help a teen suffering from substance abuse and addiction

TL Selects is a special series with four of the episodes we’ve found most helpful and that we believe could be the most helpful to you.

Teen substance abuse is a growing problem, especially with the changing marijuana laws. In this episode, you’ll hear from the Program Manager of a rehabilitation center for adolescents. Guest Sara Kaylor will talk through substance use trends, treatment options, and the importance of family support.

In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

Have a question?

If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below.  We would love to hear from you!

Karlie Duke
Karlie Duke

Communications Director

Chris Robey
Chris Robey

Former CEO