Life at Fourteen: Recent Episodes
Alaina Abram and Wesley Sylvester
Life at Fourteen is where two kids get together and talk about what it is like to be fourteen years old in the 21st Century. Ever feel like you are the only one going through something and nobody understands? Well these two do understand! They are going through it right along with you! Join Alaina and Wesley with topics that range from advise on how to handle peer pressure to dealing with everyday events. Get fresh viewpoints from both hosts and see how kids can help kids get through the fourteen year old days! Life at Fourteen airs live every Monday at 2 PM Pacific Time on the VoiceAmerica Kids Channel.
In this episode our hosts speak about some interesting things happening in their lives as well as some fun things that are happening in April. Our guest today is Wesley's cousin Kenzie. She is 15 years old and loves to play volleyball.
This week on Life at 14, we discuss what you do with your millions. We also talk about rare animals and the ability to hunt them. Joining Wesley today is 14 year old Callie. She has previously been on Life at 14 twice.
Join us for an exciting episode of Life at 14 with Wesley and his brother Zack. We will talk about some exciting upcoming electronics and what we did this week. Be sure to stick around for this episode of Life at 14.
Life at 14 has some special guests on this episode. Wesley is joined by his cousin Kenzie and her friend Mac for today's show. We share some questions and learn a little bit about each other on the show. Schedule changes and lunches are a big part of any high schoolers life and we must talk about them. We go over some ideas we have that would be beneficial. Don't miss this episode of Life at 14.
Callie and Jordan join Wesley again on this exciting episode of Life at 14. We talk about Halloween, and how we celebrated. Along with that, we talk about some interesting teacher experiences from middle school, and finally we play a game by making faces, and describing them to you, our listeners. Be sure to tune in for this exciting episode of Life at 14.
On this exciting episode of Life At 14, Wesley brings a few guests. We talk about some challenges of school, and your hosts share some of their experiences in school. Along with that, we learn about some of the health issues in today's world. Be sure to not miss this exciting episode of Life At 14.
Join Wesley and his guest Ally on a fun filled show. We will talk about some helpful tips for going into high school. Also lunches are a big part of high school and need to be fully understand. You don't want to miss this fun-filled episode of Life at 13.
Join us for an exciting episode of Life at 13. Hosted by Wesley with his brother Zack and cousin Kenzie. We will talk about some things happening in the world and our weeks. Don't miss out on an exciting episode of Life at 13.
In this episode of Life at 13 Alaina and Wesley have 2 guests, Jane and Zack join them as they discuss volunteer work and other things.
Getting ready to be a freshman at High School? Marching band, elbow room in the cafeteria, broadcasting, football, golf, cheer, homework ---- AP classes. Your hosts make a visit to their future High School and visit with Mr. Nowlin, Athletic Director at Verrado High School. You will meet crazy broadcasting students Philip, Jordyn and Jesus! Hear how to make the most of your High School experience.
EAT MOR CHIKIN.........What goes oo ooo oooo? A cow with no lips! Join Alaina and Wesley at the most AMAZING restaurant - Chick-Fil-A, Goodyear, Arizona! Bruce Ploeser and Liz Norman share why this restaurant is so popular, how they give back to the community and lots of fun facts that makes this one of our favorite places to be
Yeehaw! Chicken, pigs, goats, sweet corn and tomatoes as big as your head. Join your Life at 12 hosts for a trip to Tolmachoff Farms, Arizona's Best Family Farm. Bill Tolmachoff shares about their famous Corn Maze, Field Trips, Produce Stand and all the fun that goes with running a farm.
Disney World, Machu Picchu, Pompei, Rome, Sedona, Yellowstone.......... airplane, cruise ship, train, car or a backpacking trip! These 12 year olds learn what they need to about taking the ultimate vacation from an expert, Dara Bellino.
French pancakes, pancake sandwich, peanut butter & syrup, nutella and learn about Pancake Day. This is a Braces Free zone this episode as the kids celebrate Wesley getting his braces off. This episode explores ways to deal with anger, get your inspiration for the day; and a special episode of House on the Hill continuing Medieval Houses - the merchants house is up this week.
Chicken Nuggets, Chicken Patties, Teriyaki Chicken, Chicken Gizzards, feel the LOVE for Nutella and a special House on the Hill Medieval Castle. Another zany show discussing the topics that only a 12 year old could love (well many adults too)!
testLife at 12 goes international with Daphne Monici live from Milan, Italy. Spaghetti, lasagne, pop-tarts, nutella, pizza, brussels sprouts (of course), foreign languages, Porsche and lots of other things this 12 year old pair have in common with their friend who lives in Italy.
Want a job? Want to look smarter? You need a mustache! These 12-year olds are joined by Lona from down the street and have the answers on this week's episode. Chicken poop for your lips, Gene Simmons' tongue, giraffe tongues; all about the zoo. And a special edition of House on the Hill Zoo.
We aren't in Kansas anymore! Tornado, underground shelter, flying trees, buried treasure in Arizona, roasted chicken stuffed with bananas, famous artists and lots of interesting stories. Wesley and Alaina visit with Uncle Wes. Prepare yourself to hear exciting stories that will make you want to search for buried treasure, stories that will make you laugh and maybe cringe just a little.
Living the life of a 12 year old in Middle School this week hear about the choir at Fall Festival, walking to fight against Breast Cancer, getting blasted with cornstarch, Halloween highlights and a special edition of Cabin on the Hill.
Ghost Walks, Tuzigoot, Sedona Rocks, Dead Horse Ranch State park and a variety of other exciting sights this pair visited during fall break. Hear about Alaina's up-close visit with Carrie Underwood, House on the Hill Ultimate Church and for your holiday enjoyment Top Ten Haloween costumes and candies. Yet another entertaining episode from this zany pair of 12-year olds.
Underground Railroad for Cats, House on the Hill Ultimate Movie Theater, Top Ten Movies, Songs and TV Shows in America, and our week in review - the incredible life of a 12 year old.
It's fall and all about apples to these 12 year olds! Johnny Appleseed, crab apples, Adam and Eve, you will be an apple expert after listening to this show. Old MacDonald had a farm - House on the Hill with the ultimate Farm House (and yes, there is glitter!). Tie Dye, Cowboys, animal print.....you will learn about Spirit Week and the festivities!
Splat! What's Buzzin' Cousin? Wesley and Alaina explore everything from mosquito bites, mosquito poop, and deet! Are you smarter....I mean TALLER than a 7th grader? Plus another SPECIAL EDITION of House on the Hill in the White House!
Middle School Clubs; iPhone/iPod or no iPhone/iPod; shopping for a new car? Life at 12 explores whether a Middle Schooler needs internet access with them at all times. Hear the exciting discussion between a couple of 12 year olds then you decide. Also featuring an update on a some hot new cars and the ultimate school club.
Did you ever think you'd want a tattoo? How about a piercing? Get all the information and trivia you wish you never knew about tatoos and ear piercing from this pair of 12 year olds. More Glitter, Color changing floors, Gold glittered toilets, Glitter Pool, Underwater house with a teleporter, high tech computers -- stay tuned for a special new edition of House on the Hill The Ultimate Futuristic House.
Join the 12 Year Olds this week for smart back to school shopping, Our Week in Review, glitter everything (Alaina's special segment), Hail to the Chief with a little George Washington trivia along with some political facts, and a Special Edition of House on the Hill - RV Style.
Happy 12th Birthday Alaina and Wesley! Join this zany pair as they head back to school in the 7th grade. Honors classes, P.E., Music, Spanish, new friends, new teachers and more. You'll enjoy a special edition of House on the Hill Igloo style and vacations galore! This show will get you excited about school and will help you plan your next amazing vacation - 12 year old style.
France Vs. Arizona? Edible mustaches, streamers, mustache cake, frozen tshirts, water balloons, melting large ice cubes, guessing M&Ms. Welcome back to the show Jules Vogt, our friend from France who was a guest on our show last year. Jules shares some of the highlights of his visit hear this last year. Join his Trick-or-treating friends as they interview him about Life in the USA. Happy Birthday Wesley! Wesley and his friends had a wild party -- listen in .......
Skittles, Salt Water Taffy, Laffy Taffy, Starburst, Rolo, Caramel, Licorice, Big Hunk: all of the candies you aren't supposed to eat with braces. Tokens for clean teeth, colorful bands, snipping wires, brushing, Invisalign and lots of smiles. Alaina and Wesley take a trip to Dunn Orthodontics and find out what it takes to be an orthodontist, orthodontist assistant and how to be a good patient with braces! You'll hear from Dr. Courtney Dunn, Amber who assists Dr. Dunn and Vicki who is the Treatment Coordinator.
Join Wesley and his family at Universal studios and hear about the new Transformers ride! Awesome! Then they drop 84 feet in the Jurassic Park ride. Hear about the famous visitors who have been to the park. This is the ultimate variety show as you get educated on earthquakes, Summer Olympics 2012 Trivia, traditional British foods and British eating etiquette.
On this episode of Life at 11 Wesley and Alaina interview Megan Langworthy. Megan is a college student in Savannah Georgia. What separates Megan from other college students is her love for missionary work. We get to hear about her exciting trips from Mexico to Africa with some stops in between. Hear about the scary situations that she has been through and some of the interesting foods that she has gotten to try! Alaina and Wesley talk about some of the cool things they are doing this summer and of course the house on the hill is thrown in there too!
Giant gong, miniature frog whistle, steel drum, Steinway piano, pig intestines? Alaina and Wesley take you to the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) in Phoenix, Arizona. This lively episode features Daniel Piper, MIM Curator of the Latin America Exhibits, Doug and Barbie Bowden professional musicians (and Wesley's aunt and uncle) and an earful of musical instruments. This is a fun and interesting episode for everyone whether you are a music lover or not.
On this crazy and wacky episode of Life At Eleven, in true fashion, the kids cover several hot topics such as is Diet Coke good for you and why is Dad drinking it all the time? Also the kids check out several of their favorite restaurants, Olive Garden and Applebees. Other topics covered, scorpions, wildfires, cats, Elvis, Graceland, Memphis, jelly baths and moon sand...I am already exhausted. So find a place to get horizontal and enjoy another flash back of when you were eleven as we present Life At Eleven.
The guest of this crazy episode is Rachel Plyler. Rachel shares with Wesley and Alaina about her college experience at Warner Pacific in Portland, Oregon. As Rachel is studying Christian Ministry at Warner she shares some of the zany times she has had. Together this trio plays Bean Boozled - barf, boogers, baby wipes, peach, centipede and strawberry are some of the flavors they get to sample during this game. Also, we have a little Bible Trivia for our listeners
Go Verrado Middle School Mustangs! Proud to be an A+ school! Come to school with Alaina and Wesley as they introduce you to Mrs. Urban, Mrs. Schlueter and Mrs. Fain. You'll hear about celebrities, travels in Germany, brussel sprouts (of course!), preschool memories, the school cafeteria, success tips for 6th graders and the water park! Learn more about Alaina and Wesley's amazing school and Life at 11 - as a 6th grader at Verrado Middle School
Tune in to join Wesley and his family as they cruised through the Western Caribbean aboard the MSC Poesia. You will hear from the ship's entertainers, Cruise Director, Maddy, Guest Relations Manager, Marcello and Hotel Director, Neven. Be ready to learn about the beautiful ports, Dirty Bananas, Italian pizza, lots of different peoples' accents and the adventures on the high seas!
On this crazy and whacky Life at Eleven episode, Alaina and Wesley cover everything from tornadoes, to their field trip to the State Fair and National Geographic. Also they share their frustration over gas prices, question the validity of the Loch Ness monster and even have some time to discuss earth's pollution problems. All this through the eyes of Life at Eleven.
Mozart loved chocolate so much he wrote about it in an opera, which country consumes the most chocolate per person, per year? Napoleon is said to have carried chocolate for an energy boost. Could this be what he's got in his pocket in that famous painting and he is grabbing for? All of this more carzsiness on this episode of Life at Eleven.
Madness, cows, chickens, cereal trivia, screaming haunted girl and Kassey Frazier is a guest from Runway Role Models on the VAK Channel, you will need a nap to recover from this episode, so what's new!!
On this crazy and wacky episode of Life at Eleven, it's Ringtone Wars, so if you loved Star Wars, it's nothing like that. Also the kids build their House on a Hill, and throw in a smattering of cape and cloak trivia. It's crazy, it's wacky, it's out of this world, it's Life at Eleven!
These two amazing kids make you aware of Type-2 Diabetes. They inform you of ways to prevent it and live with it. Furthermore, the comparisons of the 1970's and 1980's.
This episode of Life At Eleven reminds us of an old I Love Lucy episode where Ricky, Lucy, Ethel and Fred take a cross country ride in their new car, wacky stuff! During this road trip which is covered in segments 3 and 4 here are some of the subjects that are covered, turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, pancake stuffed balls, cake pops, the dog's bad stomach and the results and Alaina's brain goes blank. As usual another dose of craziness when it's Life At Eleven!
Another crazy episode which covers everything including building the perfect house on a hill and pricing it out of the stratosphere. Alaina will also talk about her encounters with Jordan Sparks and country star Lauren Alaina; the Christmas Wish List is revealed and Alaina will share smart blonde jokes. Here you go, an episode all wrapped up in a pretty bow just in time for Christmas!
On this week's crazy episode of Life at Eleven, Maddie is sitting in for Alaina as Wes and Maddie discuss band, Halloween, waffles or pancakes, bacon or ham, french fries or mashed potatoes and everyone participates in Jelly Belly's brand new game of Bean Boozled a terrifying taste bud challenge that pits you against Jelly Bellys that may look like the normal harmless tasty Jelly Belly but taste like buggers, pencil shavings, baby wipes....well you get the picture, just another normal day with Life at Eleven!
On this episode of Life at Eleven, Wes and Alaina had to wake up at 3:15am to bring this to you. Mind you it was tough on the kids and of course the Bashas Market baker, but it all turned out sweet! Not many donuts left for the customers after this taping, the kids covered bear claws, long johns, a vast variety of glazed donuts along with jalapeno bagles, jelly filled donuts all culminating to a giant stomach ache. Bring your sweet tooth for this crazy and wacky episode of Life at Eleven.
If you are a fan of Life at Eleven well hold on to your hats here we go. Wes and Alaina travel to Hickman Farms just outside of Phoenix for a hands on tour of this incredible farm. During this episode you will hear about hard boiled eggs, chicken poop and chicken McNuggets. So here we go, Hickman Farms meets Life at Eleven, chickens are scared, chickens running in every direction, Alaina and Wes running in every direction, Life at Eleven gets kicked off the farm. Wes and Alaina back in the safety of the Voice America Studio smelling of fertilizer, producer Perry kicks out Wes and Alaina from studio, THE END!
Bon Jour and welcome to the latest offering from Alaina and Wesley. On this episode of Life at Eleven, the kids talk about crazy sock day at school along with strangeness and the dance. Also Alaina and Wes welcome all the way from France Jules who will shed light on everything from French Toast to French Fries and also Zack O makes an appearence. Join us for the fun and craziness that is Life at Eleven
All of us here at Voice America would like to send out our prayers and best wishes to the Sylvester family as they were involved in a horible Labor Day traffic accident. Even after the accident, Wesley Silvester came in to the studio and proceeded to record this episode of Life At Eleven. Wesley invites his Dad and brother Zach to the microphone to talk about what happened on I-17 in Arizona, Labor Day weekend. You will hear about this event through the eyes of two eleven year olds.
If you have ever wondered what would happen if you put several eleven year kids in a room with a live mike that broadcasts to 98 countries, with no structure, well this show is for you. This episode will consist of flying Pepperidge Farms Goldfish, baked smores, Cheetos Popped Corn along with sound effects from the Pocket Terminator, the featured sound effects are, the ever popular missile launcher, the Tommy Gun and of course we couldn't forget the Death Ray. Enjoy, I am off to take a nap, I am exhausted!
On this episode of Life at Eleven, Wesley and Alaina speak about what it's like turning eleven years old, and of course while explaining what it's like turning eleven they also talk about head lice, make some crank phone calls, play with a 4 foot toy trout, share a bit about their week and I am exhausted, enjoy
Here comes another week of madness courtesy of our two 11 and 10 year old hosts Alaina and Wesley. By the way Wesley just turned 11 while in studio and Alaina will be turning 11 shortly. Number one get ready as the show will have a new name, “Life at Eleven” and during this episode something magical happens, we will not spoil the surprise; also our hosts invite friend Chance to the microphone. Here is another episode that you may want to have some cotton balls handy as our hosts found two more horns for your enjoyment
This episode could only be described as “Madness at 10!” The kids got their hands on one of those horns that you hear when you go to a ball game and believe me, they are not afraid to use it throughout this episode. Wesley and Alaina have invited their friend Nathan into the studio with them as they discuss everything from space travel, locks of love, what they did during the week, drug awareness and of course horn madness. Cotton balls in the ears are highly recommended for this episode of “Life At Ten.”
This is episode carries a WARNING that some content could be too graphic for younger listeners as Wesley and Alaina have a real life CSI (Crime Scene Investigator) on the show and does talk about a couple of real life CSI experiences which are explained in detail. This interview takes place with Joe (CSI) in the third segment of this episode, and Joe just happens to be Weslie’s Uncle. Also on this episode is friend Presley and Aunt Lynnie who happens to be a special education teacher. This show gets a bit crazy, just the way we like it as it brings back memories of when we were ten years old.
Alaina and Wes really get crazy on this episode as they invite their friend Samantha and Zach, Wes’ brother, to join them in studio. They talk about their incredible trip to Lego Land along with sharing a ton of experiences from their road trip to California. Too much to keep up with them on this one, not even a note pad will help. Buckle up and get ready for a crazy ride!
Well, bring your appetite for this episode of “Life at Ten” because our “Life at Ten” hosts welcome founder of Poore Brothers Potato Chips Mr. Jay Poore. The chips fly during this salty and spicy discussion, they even talk a little brussel sprouts. Alaina and Wes also welcomes Jay Poore’s grand daughter Audrey into the fun! So what’s your favorite flavor of Poore Brother’s chips? See if yours is the same as the man who founded the company, the answer may surprise you. Lot’s of fun and lots of crunching going on during this episode.
On this episode of “Life at Ten,” Alaina and Wes will be covering a variety of subjects like cars, vegetables, including broccoli with cheese and brussel sprouts, lamps, scary Halloween costumes, favorite subjects at school, friendships and much more. Also Wesley has invited his cousins Mackenzie and Samantha to the broadcast where they sit down and have a frank conversation about divorce and how it’s affected them having gone through this experience at a very young age. This is one of those shows to bookmark; it’s a very special edition of “Life at Ten.”
On this episode, Alaina and Wesley decide to invite, Perry “The Platipus” Damone for a little sit down chat. For being ten years old, Alaina and Wes dig dip to find out what makes a “Platipus” tick, or in this case, Perry their Producer. Then they will follow it up with a fascinating chat with Nurse Practitioner Renee Ostin, they will cover everything from doctor visits and how it affects a kid, they talk about getting shots and also how a youngster can protect themselves from the sun. So sit right back, grab your SPF 30 sunscreen and get ready for another journey of “Life At Ten.”
On this episode, our two young 10 year old hosts, Alaina and Wesley begin by talking about their experience with “Spirit Week.” After that topic they truly get into a spirited discussion about kids and coffee, eating salt, drinking energy drinks, and what kind of impact it has on young kids, and they also talk about getting sick on the school bus………what? Getting sick on the school bus? Oh boy, this is going to be a fun one don’t miss a minute of “Life At Ten!”
This is the very first episode of “Life at Ten.” Hosts, Alaina and Wesley are both 10 years old and are not afraid of telling it like it is in regards to being 10 years old in this day and age. They will cover subjects such as dating at ten; don’t miss this segment, and also homework along with sharing all of their favorite things with you. This episode is one to share with all your friends and family, it guarantees to be an eye opening experience. As Alaina and Wesley say, make sure you check with your parents before taking advice from a ten year old.