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. 33: Movember & Fall Trends
Men’s mental and physical health are in crisis but the Movember movement seeks to change that. Join the conversation on moving the mark, specifically with teenage boys.
Ep. 32: School Check-In
School counselors and specialists weigh in on current challenges students are facing in pandemic life, how we can support our schools and offer coping mechanisms.
Ep. 31: The Father Effect & The Paul Bros.
Do you know about “the Father Effect”? Learn more on the positive effects of having a father figure and how your kids can benefit, whether mom and dad are still together or not!
Ep. 29: Teen Driver Safety & Halloween
Join us to learn ways to help teens navigate the fun and the dangers of driving + we’ll share Halloween costume ideas that are easy to pull off last minute!
Ep. 28: Self Harm & Devious Licks
Know what to watch for when you suspect your teen might be self-harming. Learn the signs and the steps you can take to help. Then don’t miss the conversation about the TikTok trend that impacted school campuses everywhere.
Ep. 27: Meditation & Messaging Apps
When the world is chaotic, meditation can bring inner peace and calm to an anxious mind. Learn easy techniques and tools you can incorporate into your day now.
Ep. 26: Dating & Suicide Terms
Join us for a look at how to handle teen dating without overstepping, as well as a look at suicide terms, what they mean and how you can help.
Ep. 25: School Skills & TikTok Influencers
Chris and Karlie have tips and tricks for easing middle schoolers into a new routine. Then we talk TikTok, TikTok influencers and teaching digital literacy!
Ep. 24: Healthy Habits & Fall Sports
How long does it really take to form a new habit? Chris and Karlie find out! Then they take a look at fall sports, hoco, foco and expectations.
Ep. 23: Trauma Triggers & 9/11
Join Chris and Karlie to talk about what it means to be “triggered” and how the trauma cycle works. Then, as we approach the 20th anniversary of 9/11, we talk ways to honor the memory of the lives lost and the heroes who saved so many.