Teen Life Podcast
We research teen culture so you can focus on connection.
Build a better relationship with the teens in your life by gaining insider knowledge into what teens are experiencing in school, on social media, and with their friends. We talk about the latest trends, new apps, teen terms, and better ways to connect.
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Ep. 74: Boosting Energy & Juul Marketing
Be sure to catch Chris and Karlie’s tips for getting a natural energy boost; an update on teen vaping; and how to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month.
Ep. 73: Dating Violence & Instagram Reels
Find out who’s most at risk for teen dating violence and how to help teenagers in abusive relationships. Plus, get tips for how to raise critical thinkers.
Ep. 72: Confidentiality & Fall Watch List
When is it ok to break confidentiality with a teen? We’ve got tips you’ll appreciate in episode 73. Plus, tune in for fun shows and movies to watch this fall!
Ep. 71: Suicide Prevention & BeReal
In honor of Suicide Prevention Awareness Week, Chris and Karlie offer tips for checking in with teenagers. They’ll also share Karlie’s experience with BeReal.
Ep. 70: Grief & Banned Books
Join us for a very relevant conversation on how to support teens through grief, book bans (& challenges), and loan forgiveness. You don’t want to miss it!
Ep. 69: School Apps & Instagram Updates
Chris and Karlie dive into tools to help teens stay organized, the latest on Instagram updates and changes, and a hot tip on phones that you won’t want to miss.
Ep. 68: Back to School & Summer Superlatives
Back-to-school anxiety is normal for every student. Find out how to helps teens manage it and set your teen up for the transition back.
Ep. 67: Talking with Teens about Service
Chris and Karlie talk about service and using personal strengths to help others.
Ep. 66: Talking with Teens about Value
One of our most important conversations in the series–Chris and Karlie look at how much teens feel valued by the people in their life.
Ep. 65: Talking with Teens about Hope
Chris and Kelly talk about hope as an indicator of mental health and ways to foster hope in your life.