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Spotting the Signs of Teen Nicotine Use

Spotting the Signs of Teen Nicotine Use | Ep. 183

Learn the subtle signs of teen nicotine use, from fruity scents to hidden devices, and get practical tips to start honest, non-judgmental conversations.

Questions that Get Teens Talking

Questions That Get Teens Talking with Sarah Brooks | Ep. 182

Discover how small shifts in questions, timing, and listening can transform your interactions and get teens talking.

Helping Teens Balance Digital Lives - Episode 181

Helping Teens Balance Digital Lives with Sarah Brooks | 181

Discover practical ways to help teens and the digital world coexist—guiding healthier habits, real-life connection, and balance in a screen-filled age.

Ep. 25: School Skills & TikTok Influencers

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

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

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

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. 20: Teen Fits & Constructive Thoughts

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.