Whoopsie Daisy: Stumbling Through Your Teenage Years

In this episode, Lillian and I talk about the convoluted history of the ways teens express sexuality and intimacy. We discuss nudes, WAP, female sexual representation in media and more! I hope you enjoy!

Trigger Warning: Body dysmorphia  In this episode, Gia and I discuss the concept of the "broadway body" and the damage that can do on a young performer's mental health. We touch on media representation, diversity in theatre, typecasting, and more. I hope you enjoy!

TW: eating disorders/diet culture/body dysmorphia In this episode, Brooke, Grace, and I talk about the ways that body dysmorphia and eating disorders are perpetuated in the media. We discuss diet culture, Tiktok, the beauty industry, in patient programs, and much more. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Annaleesa and I will talk about the sexualization of female bodies in society. We discuss media representation, artistic expression,  self-esteem, sexual harassment, and more. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Nancy and I talk about the ways in which mainstream feminism leaves out the narratives of many women of color, and how intersectionality must become the mainstream. We discuss, media representation, body image, violence against women of color, and more. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Ata and I dissect the importance and taboos of teaching sex education curriculums in middle and high schools. We talk about contraception, LGBTQIA+ rights, sexual pleasure, Christianity, and more. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Wayne and I talk about accepting change in unforeseen times and making change in our communities. We talk about transitioning to college, the lack of closure in 2020, the place of art as a tool for social change, and much more. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Malcolm and I talk about the importance of youth representation in politics. We discuss the faults of the judicial system, political misinformation, performative activism, and of course, the 2020 election.

TW: rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment In this episode, Olivia and I talk about society's normalization of sexual assault. We discuss victim blaming, disassociation, power dynamics between men and women, and the lack of sex education in American schools. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Camille and I talk about the importance of climate activism in the preservation of our planet. We discuss tips for a sustainable lifestyle, youth activists, and the role of big business in fossil fuel emissions. I hope you enjoy! 

In this episode, Maggie and I talk about her experience moving schools and states in the middle of the year. We discuss social anxieties, making friends, and stereotypes about the South. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Melody and I talk about the root of our anxieties and the reasoning behind the plague of self-doubt in Gen Z. We discuss the performative personas of social media, body dysmorphia, and the stress of theatrical auditions. In honor of this episode, I would like to remind everyone to be kind to yourself today and every day. Take a breath and recenter yourself. You will get through it, whatever it is.  Happy listening!

In this episode, Molly and I will be talking about what it's like to have Well Sibling Syndrome. We talk about feeling like a burden in your family, the stigma around mental health, adoption, and more. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Harper and I talk about her experience estranging herself from her biological father. We discuss, drug abuse, the concept of "daddy issues," and testifying against a parent in court. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, my friend and I talk about her experience as being a masculine presenting queer woman in the midwest. We talk about representation of queer people in media, the history of gender norms, and the intersection of judaism and sexuality. I hope you enjoy!

Isabella and I talk about her experience as a Native American woman and how she connects to her culture in a white dominated world. We talk about missing and murdered indigenous women, the erasure of native culture in the school systems, living on a reservation, and more. I hope you enjoy! 

In this episode, Jordan and I talk about finding your identity when tethered to two racial communities. We talk about the difficulties of immigration, code switching, and connecting with your culture without identifying with its religion. We even throw in a world history lesson. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Maeve and I talk about what it's like to be a transplant patient. We talk about the parallels that come with having a transplant as a child versus as a teenager, body confidence, and of course, the pandemic. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Leora and I talk about her experience on an exchange program in Belgium. We discuss, cultural customs, the art of dance, the history of European racism, and of course, the coronavirus. I hope you enjoy!

TW: internalized transphobia, racism mentions, and suicide mentions In this episode, Is and I talk about the importance of intersectional We education and advocacy in the arts and in our society.  We discuss the role of the arts in finding your identity, using your intersectionality to empower communities, and how to use religion as a tool for personal growth. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Sierra and I talk about what it's like to work while still being a full time student, now with the added pressure of a global pandemic. We discuss monetary autonomy, workplace cleanliness, and employee maturity. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Noemi and I dive into what it's like to be a Jewish teenager in the midwest. We talk about antisemitism, Israel, jewish summer camp and more. I hope you enjoy!!

In this episode, Willa and I talk about the way that society's standards of beauty shape the way young girls view themselves. We talk about representation in the media, weight loss, high school relationships, the healthcare system and much more. In honor of our podcast, please be especially kind to your bodies today, and don't forget YOU. ARE. BEAUTIFUL. Happy listening!

*Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide, self-harm, and sexual abuse. In this episode, Ava and I talk about how growing up with mental issues has effected our lives as teenagers. We talk about childhood trauma, young men coping with their feelings, healthy friendships, and much more. We promise while this is a "depressing topic," we wanted to color it with some humor. After all, we are Gen Z, and the only way we know how to cope with our emotions is to make memes. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Stella and I talk the highs and lows of growing up with an illness, and how it effects her high school experience. We touch on friendships, isolation, advocacy and more. Stay tuned for next week's episode on Friday,  June 26th.

Two theatre kids chillin' on a podcast six feet apart cause we're in quarantine. In this episode, Emilia and I talk about finding your individuality through creativity. We touch on college pressure, exploring your hidden passions, type casting, inclusivity in theatre, and much more. Stay tuned for next week's episode on Friday, June 19th. 

In this episode, Valery and I discuss his experience growing up as a young black man in America and specifically Omaha, Nebraska. We touch on the murder of George Floyd, black identity, microaggressions, Omaha's segregation, and more. Stay tuned for next week's episode on Friday, June 12th.