Listen Up Youth Radio: Recent Episodes
Listen Up Youth Radio
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The participants of the 3rd Listen Up! Youth Forum discuss: who gets to be creative & imaginative and why body image & beauty standards what does security mean suggestions they have for young people navigating emotional health social media etiquette favorite social media niches
Chino & Ijeoma talk about the state of the Movement for Black Lives in 2019, review the current list of Democratic presidential candidates and discuss the controversy over "Old Town Road." Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
The episode where Macho Nacho hosts solo while Buffond vacations in Florida (& calls in)! Macho Nacho shares some of the most riveting stories from her 14 years thus far. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Chino & Ijoema discuss the youth climate march on 3/15/19, candidates addressing climate change, why or why not youth and BIPOC are involved in the movement and their take on recent social media controversies. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Macho Nacho, Buffond and special guest Super Soup discuss all things 2000's, including stereotypes about Gen Zers, favorite shows, childhood memories, and of course, their favorite music. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
The Listen Up Youth Radio crew host their second ever youth forum. They focus on challenges with the education system, what they would do if there were no barriers and what resources they believe they need as youth!
Chino & Ijoema tackle climate change & the United States' State of the Union Address. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Buffond & Macho Nacho invite two special guests - Chocolate Chip & Kiwis and Super Soup on the show to discuss questions like "What do you do when you have a crush?" and their code names for love interests. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Just Listen members discuss 1) sexual abuse & how communities should treat survivors, 2) experiences of youth living with mental illness & 3) how families and communities don't listen to youth. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Charlie drops a new vogue track off of his upcoming EP, talks about his involvement with the vogue community, speaks on how to stay organized in 2019 and plays his favorite Sunshine Anderson songs. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Chino & Ijoema talk about the need to critically understand issues, personal & political battles and speak on the current Government shutdown. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Macho Nacho & Buffond, with special guest Leila, talk about the idea of "New Year, New Me," high school and middle school, history and time travel and once again....aliens. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Chino & Ijoema discuss social media words versus actions, social media activism, in school suspensions and racist makeup fads. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Buffond tries the show solo while Macho Nacho comes late from school. Together, they talk about favorite Minnesota artists, Minneapolis vs. St. Paul and celebrate Macho Nacho's birthday. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Charlie discusses his favorite up & coming artist, Queen Naija, and his personal experience with police brutality in Minneapolis. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Chino & Ijoema share their interview on educational injustice with Shaun King, activist and educator. They also talk about the choice to vote and review the November 6th midterm elections. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Buffond & Macho Nacho discuss what they love about fall, play ideas, scary & embarrassing stories and are pumpkin spice lattes overrated? They also get flustered by fans calling in. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
While Buffond is on tour (aka vacation), Macho Nacho & special guest Niko talk all things Halloween. They ask such questions as "Graveyard or abandoned house?" and "What's your favorite trick-or-treat candy?" Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Just Listen members discuss their questions about addiction and police brutality, their experiences with homelessness and what would happen if animals get smarter or lose their memory. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Buffond, Macho Nacho & guest Natas discuss the wonderfulness and horribleness of going back to school, starting high school, and having to finish 8th grade. They get into a discussion about life after death and favorite movies. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Chino & Ijeoma talk about the sweep of women candidates, many of color, in the recent midterms elections, plus share self care tips for back to school, particularly for youth of color. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Just Listen members discuss what their 10 year old self would think of themselves now, what sexual health means, Twilight Zone experiences, and long distance relationships. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Chino & Ijoema share their thoughts and experiences about being students of color in predominantly white, suburban schools. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Buffond and Macho Nacho continue to "talk about literally anything we want," which on this episode includes magic, movies they want to see, favorite musicals, and "mermaids or fairies." Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Just Listen members talk about spirituality, aliens, favorite dishes, cheating, what success means to them, and gender roles in music. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Buffond & Macho Nacho spin the dial and get lost in tangents, as per usual. As always, this episode, which is focused on cats vs. dogs, favorite TV shows, and “would you rather,” is packed with humor, music and millennial references. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
AwkWeird is the show where hosts Buffond & Macho Nacho talk about "literally anything we want." Stay tuned for the AwkWeird spinner that tells Macho Nacho & Buffond what to talk about. This episode is dedicated to musicals and summer randomness. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
1st Gen, hosted by Chino & Ijoema, focuses on “political and social issues and everything in between." This episode tackles immigration detention in the US and racist teachings youth of color experience in suburban high schools. Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.
Just Listen members talk about how to address negative energy, what love is, and "how we connect to our spiritual & natural environment.” Originally aired in full on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis, MN.