PA Youth Voices
by PA Youth Vote
With the busy world around us, it can be hard to wrap our heads around all of the change, creativity, and chaos. From civil rights movements to global pandemics and everything in between, a lot has happened and our generation has a lot to say! Our podcast is led by youth, but it is for everyone to learn from. This is us sharing our voices and amplifying those of activists. Join our team of invested and passionate teenagers as we lead discussions on elections, civic education, equity, and other important issues that matter to Gen Z!
Episodes
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Explaining Inequitable School Funding and Educational Equity
Education has often been viewed as an equalizing force. It gives people the ability to climb the socioeconomic ladder and pave a path for a better life. However, opportunities to receive an education of high quality and good worth are not equally available to all. There are massive disparities in...
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Interviewing Kadida Kenner, the CEO of the New Pennsylvania Project
For our first episode of 2023, PA Youth Voices spoke to the incredible Kadida Kenner! Listen in to hear her speak about what sparked her passion for voting rights, the ups and downs of her journey as an activist, the founding and growth of the New Pennsylvania Project, the organization's...
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West Point Students
Welcome to another exciting episode! We have a special one for you today. Our hosts Gayatri and Laqueenda interview two Black West Point students, Amani Haskins and our very own Sheyla Street, about civic engagement and their experiences at a military academy, especially as part of the MELANATE...
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Defining Success in Modern Society
In this episode, we (Anika, Gayatri, and Sehaj) discuss how the idea of success may or may not align with the idea of happiness, depending on how you approach accomplishment and growth. In this day and age, we are often taught that success comes in the form of wealth, fame, social status, and...
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Pro-Choice/Pro-Life: Abortion
Hello listeners! The recent Supreme Court decision Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization effectively overturned Roe v Wade. Our youth discuss their viewpoints on this divisive issue, along with the importance of being open to conversation and making your voice heard. Listen, learn,...
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Dissecting the Psychology of Gossip
In this episode, we (Gayatri, Sajda, and Zion) analyze the psychology of gossip. Gossiping is something that we are all aware of, and it has both positive and negatives. We deconstruct the importance that rumors, scandal, and provocative stories have in society. Listen in to hear us "spill the…
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Tackling False Diversity
Hello Listeners! We are back again with another episode! For this episode, our amazing team discussed false diversity - in the corporate world, in media, in books, and in many more aspects of society. We hope you enjoy it and take away something constructive from our conversation. Take time to...
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AAPI Month
Hello listeners! We have another episode for you all! Today's podcast is on AAPI month. For those who don't know what AAPI month is, it is a month that celebrates Asian American Pacific Islanders. We show respect for Asian American Pacific Islanders for the contributions and sacrifices they have...
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2022 Midterm Primary Elections
We hope that this episode helps you understand the great impact that you can make as a civic participant in the rather near future when you vote in this upcoming election. We hope you are more well informed on the primary elections, especially those for the midterms, and why they are so…
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Discussing Some Movies, Music, and Books That We've Enjoyed Recently!
Welcome Listeners! This episode discusses topics ranging from books, music, and movies. Our incredible host dive deeper into the role in which people of color and other minority communities are portrayed in movies. Their discussion emphasizes the need for movies makers to properly present…
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Interviewing the Amazing Reverend Naomi Washington-Leapheart
In this episode, Rev. Naomi Washington-Leapheart provides an illuminating perspective on healing from trauma. Touching on topics ranging from vulnerability, community building, emotional and self-growth, she uses her experiences as a preacher, professor, black woman, and queer individual to…
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School Funding Trial
Hello and welcome back to PA Youth Voices! In today's episode, we will discuss the importance of proper school funding coupled with a discussion on the recent school funding trial. Why does it matter? And what do students think about it? Listen in to hear our host for this episode, Derek King…
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Reconstructing Productivity
This episode involves a discussion about a concept that has been made up to be quite a bit complicated and multi-faceted when really it can be personalized and therefore manageable...productivity! Whether it be school, work, or any other responsibilities, a set of tasks that needs to be completed...
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Our Youth Voter Engagement Organizers Reflect on Their First Year of College
Listen in to hear our college freshman PA Youth Vote Ambassadors report on their eventful first years and what they have learned.
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Stepping Into New Definitions
Welcome Listeners, old and new! This episode touches on some very important aspects about self. From discussions about finding your right fit as a high school student transitioning into college or skipping it and taking an entirely different path that aligns with what truly makes you happy to...
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History of Voting Rights
We have an exciting and informative episode for you! Our incredibly youth-led team -- Anika, Simir, Gayatri, and Sehaj -- will all provide you with information surrounding the long fight for equal access to voting throughout America's history and the current state of voting rights in today's...
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2021 Pennsylvania Municipal Elections + Voter Engagement
This episode is meant to help you feel more informed on the municipal elections, learn how to approach the ballot, and understand why elections (especially local elections) are so important. Using your power at the ballot and making your voice heard is crucial to civically help your community and...
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Understanding Voter Disengagement
In this episode, we get into who votes, why they vote, and why it's important for more people to vote! Hosts: Anika, Simir, Gayatri, Tasfia, Sehaj, Sheyla Editor: Giulia
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Coming As You Are - Gen Z and LGBT
In this episode, we shed light on the raw experiences of Queer youth as they navigate the world. We discuss the power of community, belonging, gender creativity, and representation, and how all of these factors affect the Queer experience. We are joined by our phenomenal guests, Zayn (she/her),...
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Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy + Dispelling Myths
Tune in to this episode to hear the PA Youth Vote team break down the facts and the fiction about COVID vaccinations! They go into the details of how vaccines work, the types of vaccines, the effects of vaccines, and how to get vaccinated! Do your research and think seriously about getting the...
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A Case on Climate Change
In this episode, members of PA Youth Voices give you a run-through of climate change and environmental justice. Providing a clear picture of climate change and addressing misconceptions regarding its progression, especially in the context of how it affects us and how we can fight against it…
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Youth Candidates: Tia Eberly
In the spirit of youth activists and rising community leaders, PA Youth Vote interviewed Tia Eberly, an 18-year-old candidate for North Londonderry Township Supervisor in Palmyra, Pennsylvania. As a passionate and driven example of a young mind at work to better her community with a new...
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Urban League of Philadelphia
In today's episode, we talk to Tomas Varela, the Urban League of Philadelphia's Director of Advocacy and Communications, about the importance of government and how it shapes our political and social culture. Discussing various topics, ranging from the role of media in influencing change, why it…
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Teen Life and Mental Health
Listen in to hear some of our members talk about how juggling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and school life has affected their mental health, as well as their advice for their peers on managing stress and improving themselves. Hosts: Anika, Gayatri, Tasfia, Sehaj Editors: Laqueenda…
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Student Activists Round Table
Listen in to hear our future leaders just getting started in their journeys. This podcast features Youma Diabira from the Philly Black Students Alliance and the UrbEd organization, Kenny Chiu, who started his own community fridge, Shelby Williams from Redefy, and Lin Lin from the Vietlead...
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CROWN Act
In today's episode we talk to Representative McClinton about the CROWN Act. This act that is going through Pennsylvania congress would protect workers rights to wear their natural hair. CROWN stands for "Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair" and is an important bill to pay…
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Everything You Need to Know About the Primary Election
Primaries are in 18 days! These elections are often overlooked because they are not the presidential election. PA Youth Voices is here to tell you WHY they are so important and how to get ready. Judges, school board members, and ballot measures are all part of the primary election and they all...
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Youth Candidates: Kayla Cocci
Kayla Cocci, a senior at Ridley High School is running for Ridley School District Board in order to make a change in her school regarding some aspects of physically executing equity—a word Kayla hates. In an insightful interview with Kayla, PA Youth Voices learned about her goals as a young adult...
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Talking College
With college admission results just around the corner, and the apprehensive application process following only a few months behind, the next few months may seem overwhelming to many high school students! From the stress, confusion, and substantial workload often brought on by college admissions...
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Interviewing the Honorable Judge Carolyn Nichols
The students of PA Youth Voice interview Judge Nichols, a Superior Court judge from Pennsylvania. We talk about bias in the court room, being a trauma informed judge, and rehabilitation in the justice system. We also get to learn about her own journey of becoming a judge and some key cases that...
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All About Pennsylvania Judicial Elections
Welcome to our first official episode of PA Youth Voices! In this episode, we will cover the basics of the judicial system and judicial election process in Pennsylvania. It can be very confusing so hopefully the way we have broken up the topics will help you understand everything better. This...
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Meet PA Youth Voices
Meet our team's members and get to know what we plan to accomplish over the course of this podcast!
About this show
With the busy world around us, it can be hard to wrap our heads around all of the change, creativity, and chaos. From civil rights movements to global pandemics and everything in between, a lot has happened and our generation has a lot to say! Our podcast is led by youth, but it is for everyone to learn from. This is us sharing our voices and amplifying those of activists. Join our team of invested and passionate teenagers as we lead discussions on elections, civic education, equity, and other important issues that matter to Gen Z!
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