November 12, 2024

S1 Ep12: VolunTOTs, Educator Maureen Frew on working to promote kindness in schools, and teens share what they are grateful for

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen to learn about VolunTOTs and their work coordinating family-friendly volunteering activities, and hear stories from educator, Maureen Frew, on promoting kindness and creativity in schools. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh share what they are grateful for.

November 5, 2024

S1 Ep11: Beechwood Farms, Ray Abel on running a software business, and teens describe what would make life easier

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve and a conversation with Ray Abel on the development of software tools helping those with disabilities. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh describe what would make life easier for them.

October 29, 2024

S1 Ep10: The Seesaw Center, Ryan Rydzewski on the importance of inspiring wonder, and teens on how adults can help them prepare for school

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of The Seesaw Center and a conversation with Ryan Rydzewski, co-author of “When You Wonder, You’re Learning” about learning science and the role of wonder in everyday learning. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh give advice to parents and caregivers on helping them prepare for school.

October 22, 2024

S1 Ep9: Contemporary Craft, Bill Strickland on developing Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild, and teens describe the importance of arts in school

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of Contemporary Craft and a conversation with Bill Strickland, founder of Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild on how to cure the human spirit. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh describe the importance of having arts programs in school.

October 15, 2024

S1 Ep8: Boyce Park, Olympic medalist Lauryn Williams on being ready for change, how teens need support in afterschool activities

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of Boyce Park and a conversation with Lauryn Williams, Olympic medalist and financial wellness coach. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh who are involved in afterschool sports and other activities talk about what parents and caregivers can do to help them most.