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. 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.
Ep. 22: Talking About Mental Health & YikYak
It’s every adult’s responsibility to look out for teen’s mental health and to be a safe place when they need it. Episode 22 offers advice on how to be present and how to respond when a teen comes to you.
Ep. 21: School Communication & Acronyms
Catch this week’s episode for tips on how to improve school communication and the meaning of top acronyms teens are using.
Ep. 20: Teen Fits & Constructive Thoughts
Get the latest on teen fashion trends like shackets and sneakers. Listen to the end to hear from author Maeve Ronan on how to create constructive thoughts.
Ep. 19: Start of School Anxiety & Simone Biles
Get practical ways to support school staff & students as they head back to school. Then join us for the importance of Simone Biles’ refusal to put performance over mental health.