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SheSoars! is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing mental health equity by empowering youth, especially female-identifying individuals, to lead culturally responsive wellness initiatives promoting community transformation. This year, SheSoars partnered with VOX ATL for teen-led media coverage at their 2026 Teen Health Summit in partnership with The National Coalition of 100 Black Women. Teen girls from across Metro Atlanta gathered for informative workshops on digital media literacy, creativity, and wellness. VOX Teens and NearPeers supported teens as they expressed themselves walking the red carpet, recorded an on-carpet interview, and discussed stress and positive ways teen girls address mental health challenges. Music Credit: Lounge Electronics by trickytwoaudio via Envato

VOX ATL connected with a thoughtful team of high school students from Asheville, NC, who lead racial equity work in their district through the REAP program. Co-created in 2020, in collaboration with Asheville City Schools and The Equity Collaborative, REAP students expressed interest in VOX ATL's mission and sought an opportunity to connect with Atlanta teens doing their own meaningful work as part of their Spring 2026 Freedom Ride Experience. As part of that experience, VOX ATL and REAP produced this podcast. REAP Producers: Ashni Rhodes August Boachie Augustus Wilkinson Ava Zlatkin-McMorris Elizabeth Muir Fiona Ruch Jason Sobremento Kyel Gist Magdalie Agan-Bedard Malyla Vazquez Max von Mitschke-Collande Maya Pattanayak Sebla Miracle Selah Simpson Tess Bartholic Tristan O'Donnell VOX ATL Host: Siddarth Suresh Music Credit: Twilight Beats by PremiumBeat via Envato

In this podcast at North Springs High School, teens describe feeling unheard and unseen when adults dismiss their opinions, which can cause sadness, shutting down, and a changed self-image. These interviews suggest adults may belittle teens due to power, generational mindset, trauma, or assumptions that age equals knowledge, with consequences including low self-esteem, behavioral issues, and mental health struggles; students also urge teachers and parents to allow breaks and mental health days. Production and Art Credits: Adrian Cloyd Aiden Archer Amira Lemons Annabella Obeng Carolyn Turner Deonae Ramballie Gavern Haighs Genesis Logan Isaac Carter Jaasir L Jalen Mitchell Jane Robinson Jason George Jordynn Burgess Julius Donpedro Kenned Jones Khloe Crawford Kylie Childress Lavar Maxwell Layla Rutledge Londen Gordon Madysen Bradley Maya Baker Mya Johnson Seanley Jeanbaptiste Serenity R. Jackson Shayla Vazquez Sierra-Leone Lott Symeria Taylor Music Credit: Surf the Dreams by PremiumBeat | Royalty-free, sourced through Envato. Editor’s Note: The views and opinions expressed in these podcasts are solely those of the creators and participants. They do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of North Springs High School.

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In this podcast, host Lucia Rodriguez Cuevas is joined by her co-host Shanti Lucia Rodriguez-Pedraza in talking about their cultural backgrounds, how they grew up, and the impact that their friendship has had on each other. Tune in to hear about the many differences and similarities that growing in a Mexican vs Puerto Rican and Peruvian has had on two teenage girls growing up in metro Atlanta.

In this podcast, Maddox Williams dives into how music affects teens' moods, with special guest, Emmanuel Cook.

You've Got A Friend In Me | Supporting Your Loved Ones with HIV by VOX ATL

Join VOX ATL's Tavin Lewis in an interesting discussion with BEST Academy students on life, goals, and the future of Atlanta.

VOX Studios members Mikayla and Tavin went to the Silence The Shame Festival, asking Morehouse students and mentors, how do they manage their mental health while balancing loneliness, stress in school, and why it matters in everyday life.

Feelings with Friends — powered by VOX ATL and produced in partnership with Morehouse School of Medicine — is here to amplify the voices of Georgia’s youth on mental health. 🗣️ Real stories. Raw emotions. Bold ideas. This podcast is part of a groundbreaking initiative funded by the Office of Minority Health (OMH) to elevate youth perspectives in shaping mental health policy across Georgia. 💬 From navigating anxiety among middle school and high school to reimagining mental health support in communities of color, Friends with Feelings brings you honest conversations that matter. 🎙️ Tune in, share, and be part of the movement to make youth voices heard in mental health policy.

SKYE Workshop Series Episode Three: Unplanned Pregnancy by VOX ATL

Fulton County Board of Health’s SKYE Program hosted four educational workshops for Atlanta teens in June 2025, and VOX ATL teens facilitated a self-expression and reflection station at the end of each to document teens’ reactions and take-aways. Here teens speak up about what they learned about sexual health and other topics that are important to them today.

SKYE Self Expression Workshop Episode One: HIV by VOX ATL

This is the Maddox and Kohl Podcast. This is about social media's negative effects. We go more into comparison and how that affects a teen, interviewing a teenager and adult. Music Credit: Intro and Outro by Maddox Williams

In this episode, Kevin delves into the racial disparities within juvenile detention systems in Atlanta. Highlighting statistics from the Sentencing Project and SOE Online American Education, Kevin addresses the disproportionate impact on Black youth, including a personal story from Loganville Middle School. The episode also features an interview with Joshua Collins, a juvenile justice practitioner, discussing systemic racism and its effects on youth rehabilitation. The conversation emphasizes the need for increased federal accountability to ensure fair treatment and access to resources for all youth, regardless of race. Music Credit: The Dark Background by Arteta

Justin Chen, through interviews and reporting, uncovers the different pollution and systemic issues negatively impacting our environment.

In this podcast, Zachary Walker and Brody Fisher tackle Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals in college sports. They are joined by Josh Katz, Nick Cox, and Hayes Patton. The boys talk about why Ed O’barron, and all athletes, should be compensated, how high school athletes should not be promised so much money, Carson Beck, social media influence, smaller schools being robbed of quality players, how athletes don’t have time to prioritize academics, the fall of the underdog story, and the 20.5 million deal that happened on June 7th.

In this episode, Skye hosts several teens from all over metro Atlanta to talk about that one piece of advice they really wish they had listened to. Syncere, Joselyn, William, Reign, Rhegan, Eden, Marsellis, India, Gabriel, and Amishi get real about stuff like school stress, fake friends, staying humble, stepping up as leaders, and figuring out what’s next after high school. Whether it’s about keeping your grades up or learning when to say “nah” to doing too much, this episode is full of hard-earned lessons and relatable moments for anybody trying to figure things out.

In the second episode of “The Thoughts Inside,” podcast host and Georgia State University student Tomi continues to dive into the minds of young adults at Silence The Shame Fest at Morehouse College. Tomi sits down with students from Spelman College to chat about their personal communities and how they affect their mental health. Her discussions cover topics such as mental health stigmas, generational differences in mental health, and more. Silence the Shame, Free Your Feels, and VOX ATL promote self-expression about mental health all year long.

In this first episode of the CoreyCast, Corey delves into the unsettling world of AI-generated propaganda. As AI becomes increasingly common and integrated into daily life, it is also being exploited to deceive people. Corey discusses a specific instance where an AI-generated video depicting fictitious photos of Hurricane Helene that were convincingly passed off as reality, highlighting the difficulty in distinguishing AI content from real events and the growing potential for AI to mislead the public. Corey also conducts an insightful interview with Mikayla, a fellow VOX Investigates team member, to further explore the implications of AI in the dissemination of false information. Music Credits: Exposing The Scam By Adigold Curious Thoughts By tunestogo Royalty-free, sourced via Envato

In this special episode recorded during VOX ATL’s spring break podcast workshop, teens from across metro Atlanta share their favorite superhero backstories — and why those stories resonate with them. From Miles Morales to Batman to The Flash, tune in to hear raw, thoughtful takes from Atlanta’s young people. Music Credit: Superhero Movie Theme By Orchestralis This is Jazz By PIANODAYs Royalty-Free, Sourced Via Envato

In this special podcast, hosted by Axel Pearson from North Springs High School, various guests, including Aniya McKenzie, Tatiana Plummer, and Imani Shine, along with contributions from Jordyn Newsome, Sergio Moreno, and Alexis Justice, discuss the misconceptions surrounding mental health among teens. The conversation delves into personal experiences with Attention Deficit Disorders and self-harm, the impact of COVID-19 on mental health awareness, and the difficulties of open communication between parents and teens. The episode emphasizes the need for sensitivity and understanding in addressing mental health issues. Production and Art Credits: Aniya McKenzie Alexis Justice Tatiana Plummer Jordan Bartlett Jordyn Newsome Imani Shine Jadyn (Axel) Pearson Sergio Moreno Kaydence gaither Isaac Carter Music Credit: Warm Acoustic By OctoSound Melancholy LoFi By cleanmindsound Chill Lo Fi By fatbunny Chillax LoFi By deepersound All songs royalty royalty-free, sourced through Envato. Resources: For more resources about mental health topics and some how to balance living with the ins and outs of big emotions, visit the following sites! Free Your Feels GA is a mental health awareness campaign inspiring teens to speak up, listen with care, and connect — and to help! 988 Lifeline provides free confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Silence the Shame hosts events for youth (teens and college students) to feel empowered and educated on mental health and wellness.

Content commissioned by The Mayor’s Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

In this special Black History Month podcast, VOX ATL's Corey asks teens which Black history figures inspire them the most and why. The figures range from legendary writers like Maya Angelou and James Baldwin to personal heroes like great-grandmothers. Listen now and celebrate Black history with us! Photo Credit: StreetOncamara_From_Twenty20 Via Envato Music Credit: Acid Jazz Hip Hop Lounge By Dagored VIA Envato

Madyson Meyer sits down with Claire Foster and Aaliyah Riley to discuss what girlhood means to them, and how it’s shaped their lives.

In the debut episode of “The Thoughts Inside,” podcast host and Georgia State University student Tomi dives into the minds of young adults at Silence The Shame Fest at Morehouse College. Tomi sits down with students from various Atlanta-area colleges to chat about their transition to college life and how it affects their mental health. Her discussions cover topics such as achieving independence, dealing with mental health issues, accepting change, and developing confidence in one's identity. This episode also provides valuable advice to help teens navigate this phase of their life.

In this episode, Teen Journalism Fellow George dives into the ever-passionate world of SEC football with special guests Amani and Avery. Together, they break down the new college football structure, exploring how the shake-up could impact powerhouse programs and whether the current top teams will maintain their dominance or face a seismic shift in the balance of power. From bold predictions to hot takes, this conversation is a must-listen for fans wondering what the future holds for college football. Editor’s Note: This episode was recorded in November, and some developments may have occurred since. Music Credit: Percussion Sport Drums by Infraction [No Copyright Music] / Football | https://tinyurl.com/yck49w35

VOX ATL Teen Journalism Fellow Rachael Harris interviews teens about the cultural impact of mukbangs. Originally a trend in South Korea, mukbangs have taken off on social media in the past few years, with content creators from all over the globe posting themselves eating massive quantities of food. Editor's note and trigger warning: This podcast discusses disordered eating and the death of a one mukbanger. Please exercise caution if those topics could cause you distress. Additionally, our journalist opted to leave out the name of the content creator who passed, out of respect.

The Locker Room is about the causes and effects of bullying and how it impacts mental health. In this podcast, I interview a teen and two adults and include information from Kenyata Brown of CHRIS 180. This podcast was made to bring awareness to bullying and to inform viewers of the negative effects that bullying can impose on the youth of today.

In this VOX ATL podcast, we are going over Taylor Swift's album, "Speak Now." Ethan Ford and guest, Jennie, will be going over the album, as a whole.

North Springs High School teens come together to share their views and experiences with school dress codes. Do people get treated differently according to gender and body type? Listen to hear what they have to say.

A group of North Springs High School students get together to share some thoughts (and laughs) on the current quality of school lunches in America.

Earlier this school year VOX ATL visited teens at Douglass High School to hear their thoughts on what they learned as participants in Fulton County's SKYE Program. The SKYE program educates teens on overall health and well-being by giving them information on how to avoid unplanned pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections and HIV.

"Married To My Insecurities" - Reagan Hudson by VOX ATL

"Its Just Waves" - Willow Robinson by VOX ATL

"To Be A Girl Is To Be A Flower" - Jada Kelley by VOX ATL

"Moon"- Lexi Markham by VOX ATL

Is the way you dress an accurate description of yourself? What aesthetic markers do you use to express your interests or personality? In this podcast, teens Savannah Blakey, Angelle Cave, Lily Herring, and Madyson Meyer discuss how the growing societal focus on digital identities is facilitated by social media, aesthetics, and online communities.

Teens and the Mayor of Savannah, GA, Van Johnson, discuss student burnout, dealing with stress and anxiety, and how to cope with them while being in school.

For National Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day, teens gathered at VOX ATL to learn more about what HIV is — and what it isn't. Debunking myths and sharing accurate information helps us stay informed for better health! This content is supported by Counter Narrative Project.

VOX ATL Journalism Fellows Zaria, Max, Lela and Kayla discuss drugs at school and the fear of missing out. Teens discuss the complex inter-workings of navigating high school in an age where temptation assaults you at every turn.

The Music Madness podcast talks about music recommendations, fanbases, and album reviews. With your host Amani, Producer Raymond, and Panelist Kaylin and Jaden, listeners are guaranteed a great time while listening to Music Madness!

Teen-led podcast episode about mental health.

The topic of migration and immigration have been running across headlines and sparking interest in the media more and more within the past few years. However not too many people realize that they interact with migrants, immigrants, refugees and families literally everyday. In this podcast series, Bailey speaks to immigrants, migrants and later generations about how moving to the united states has impacted their mental health.

In this episode of the VOX Screening room, Jennie, Tomi and Mikayla discuss what they liked (and disliked) about the recent live-action version of Disney's "The Little Mermaid."

On this episode of "Class In Session," the host, AJ, producer Sage, and guest Eugene, explain the dangers in school and how they are unsafe from a student’s point of view. During the podcast we talk about personal experiences of dangers in school, including topics from fighting, to school shootings, to students bringing in weapons and drugs, and setting property on fire. We also go over safety measures schools have put in place in order to prevent these dangers and the flaws they have.

VOX ATL's Mikayla and Tia were joined by teens at the Silence the Shame Cope Clinic to have a conversation around what stresses teens out and how the deal with it. Listen to hear how music helps and to hear some of their personal song recommendations.

A group of students at North Springs High School have a candid discussion about the quality of high school counselors and offer some thoughts on how they can be improved. North Springs Administration respects the views and opinions of its student journalists

Even though it’s illegal, we know many teens use weed. In fact, according to the National Institute of Health, in 2021 "marijuana use …reached the highest levels ever recorded since these trends were first monitored in 1988.” In this podcast, we have teens from North Springs High School in Sandy Springs talking about whether weed impacts teens’ mental health. You will hear different sources and perspectives. Listen in to hear what they have to say.

In this episode, Zariah reviews seasons one and two of the anime "The Promised Neverland." Yes, there are spoilers.