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Welcome to the TST Radio podcast where youth speak the truth. A podcast created by the youth of Chicago discussing topics that matter to them. Powered by True Star Media Sponsored by True Star Foundation
Get into this episode where the Change Chi team takes you through the journey of growing up as a youth in Chicago. Discussing how their personal environments and experiences have shaped who they are.
Join them as they take a look at how growing up in Chicago has a a specific effect on teens.
In this episode the team breaks down the contributions to toxic relationships in teens while sharing their personal experiences with toxic relationships. Why is there a skewed concept of love amongst teens and how does social media influences this?
We also talk about how to maintain a healthy relationship and why self love is important.
When it comes to going out on dates, hanging with friends or even just being out with family, who should pay the bill? After a viral video of a group of friends bashing a lady's husband for not paying for their food at their friend's birthday party, the teens question the rules around splitting the bill.
After looking up our neighborhood online via a real estate website called Property Club, the teens discovered not only is their neighborhood considered dangerous, but it's the FOURTH on the list as the MOST dangerous neighborhood in Chicago!
According to Property Club
North Lawndale was a growing and developing neighborhood on Chicago's West Side, but it was greatly affected by the 2008 recession. The neighborhood has 34,794 residents, and it's estimated that approximately 70% of men aged 17-45 in North Lawndale have criminal records. Because of such negativity, North Lawndale is one of 10 priority communities selected as a part of the initial phase of Chicago’s INVEST South/West commercial corridor improvement strategy. After talking with State Rep. Yolanda Morris, we learned how the city and state are trying to turn our neighborhood around
Check out the latest podcast as Jocelyn, Melnay and Janiya discuss living as teens in Chicago and the truth about their neighborhood North Lawndale.
WARNING. THIS PODCAST MAY BE TRIGGERING FOR SOME AUDIENCE AS IT DISCUSSES GUN VIOLENCE AND TEENS REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE WITH THEM. PODCAST DISCUSSES SAFE MEASURES TO HELP PREVENT FURTHER VIOLENCE.
Want to help your community keep guns off of Chicago's streets? CPD’s gun turn-in program and to find out about upcoming gun turn-in times and locations, contact the Office of Community Policing at 312-745-5900.
On this episode the team weighs in with their experience on the effect of drugs on teens. Breaking down our knowledge with good/bad usage, moderation & personal experience.
We also share the different ways access has increased and how this has had the biggest impact.
Illinois State Representative Yolonda Morris of the 9th District stopped by the BBF Building Brighter Futures For the Arts Center to hear the concerns of Chicago's youth during our after school program with the True Star Podcast. During her visit, she allowed the teens to voice their concerns about their neighborhood of North Lawndale and ways they can work now to make changes.
Rep. Morris is a Certified Nurse who recently became the 9th District State Representative in September of 2023. She says her mission while in office is to build a stronger North Lawndale
Building stronger and more united communities is not a task for one, but a collective effort. Together, we are unstoppable!" she says.
On Tuesday February 20th Beyoncè woke up not only to dropping a brand new hair care line called Cécred but also historical news that she was the FIRST Black Women in American history to take the #1 spot on the US Billboard Country Music charts.
Even with the excitement from her fans, some country music diehards are not necessarily feeling the singer's "new style".
BBF Podcast host Christian, Chaniya, and James gather to answer the age old question about the true origins of country music and how this Black History Month we need to show more Black Country artist love.
On this episode we analyze and discuss beauty standards, double standards and society standards.
What are they?
How are they present in the world?
How do they affect the youth/teens as a whole?
The team also shares what types of positive and negative standards they set for themselves.
On this episode the team discusses how the youths social environment influences them. Including social media, peer pressure and interacting within their friend groups.
We also share the best ways that the youth can improve their social environments and what free programs are available to help them get jobs and find safer places to hang out.
The reviews of Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are in
and the teens of BBF sit down to talk the REAL pros and cons of the popular new upgrade. The real question is, is it worth the money?
From neo-soul, to R&B, anything goes for Chicago alternative artist Obywan. His unique sound and style deliver an unforgettable tone. Connect with Obywan and listen to his new music / obywanmusic https://linktr.ee/obywanmusicTrue Star is a media company that provides real world work experience to youth through the development of their own media. The True Star Foundation operates a unique model that holds weekly after-school, in-school and summer programming in which students are educated about a variety of disciplines in the media industry.Donate now to help Chicago youth make more content like this video.https://truestarmedia.org/Connect with us below on your favorite social mediaplatforms. / true.chi / truestardotlife
Chicago actress/singer Shaylin B. performs for the second season of Lo-Fi. A platform that promotes talented artists and musicians from Chicago to the world and an audience that loves and appreciates music. Shaylin B is a passionate, independent artist originally from Chicago who moved to California at eleven years old to pursue her career in entertainment.Artist Instagram / shaylinb Shaylin B. Music https://linktr.ee/ShaylinBTrue Star is a media company that provides real world work experience to youth through the development of their own media. The True Star Foundation operates a unique model that holds weekly after-school, in-school and summer programming in which students are educated about a variety of disciplines in the media industry.Donate now to help Chicago youth make more content like this video.https://truestarmedia.org/Connect with us below on your favorite social mediaplatforms. / true.chi / truestardotlife
Senite’s unique tone is capturing fans all around Chicago and worldwide. Her inspiration comes from fellow Chicago musicians that she looks up to. Check out our latest episode of Lo-Fi, our new series highlighting some of Chicago’s most talented up and coming artists. Connect with Senite on social / _senite True Star is a media company that provides real world work experience to youth through the development of their own media. The True Star Foundation operates a unique model that holds weekly after-school, in-school and summer programming in which students are educated about a variety of disciplines in the media industry.Donate now to help Chicago youth create more content like this video.https://truestarfoundation.org/Connect with us below on your favorite social mediaplatforms. / true.chi / truestardotlife
The talented Daryn Alexus gives a beautiful cover performance for Lo-Fi, our new series highlighting some of Chicago’s most talented up and coming artists. The singer + songwriter + actress knew from an early age that singing was her passion while singing in her church choir. Daryn definitely has it. Press play and enjoy her angelic tone. ****Connect with Daryn Alexus / darynalexus Daryn Alexus music is available now on streaming platforms.True Star is a media company that provides real world work experience to youth through the development of their own media. The True Star Foundation operates a unique model that holds weekly after-school, in-school and summer programming in which students are educated about a variety of disciplines in the media industry.Donate now to help Chicago youth make more content like this video.https://truestarfoundation.org/Connect with us below on your favorite social mediaplatforms. / true.chi / truestardotlife
Kenyan born and Chicago raised Chai Tulani shows off his unique sound with a special performance for Lo-Fi, a new series highlighting some of Chicago’s most talented sultry and R&B artists. Named Chicago’s favorite "African King" Chai is indeed on his way to become a household name. Check out this dope Afro beat performance. Connect with Chai Tulani / chaitulani Chai Tulani - Album "Sonic Soul" is available now on streaming platforms.https://snapto.link/chaitulani
True Star is a media company that provides real world work experience to youth through the development of their own media. The True Star Foundation operates a unique model that holds weekly after-school, in-school and summer programming in which students are educated about a variety of disciplines in the media industry.Donate now to help Chicago youth make more content like this video.https://truestarfoundation.org/Connect with us below on your favorite social mediaplatforms.
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The Emmys Has Moved to 2024
The ceremony is scheduled to be broadcast on Fox on January 15, 2024, with the Creative Arts Emmys on January 6 and 7, at the Peacock Theater in Downtown Los Angeles, California, following a delay from September 2023 due to the 2023 Hollywood labor disputes and writers strike. Nominations were originally announced on July 12, 2023.
Is Everybody on Drugs? That's a question our host Mecca and Daniel asked each other after an
encounter with their school's security. A few teens were caught smoking in the school bathroom and because they were in the hallway the security blamed them. After talking to other teens about it, the questioned why are the peers started to experiment with drugs like pills and marijuana? Is the music? Is it the culture?
Host Natalie and Israel discuss the recent news of tennis star Naomi Osaka having her first child with rap star Cordae.
Based on the True Star article, "Naomi and Cordae Welcome A Baby Girl"
by Amariyah Mallory
Based on True Star Article: Drake Releases Poetry Book written by Cierra Lemott, podcast host Damareye and Maya talk about Drake's small choice of words in his new poetry book. I haven’t seen a book like this before. It's only 168 pages of what some would say is simply captions. Will you be reading it?
Based on True Star Article: Does Doja’s New Single Have Your ‘Attention’?Written By: Jada Strong
Doja Cat was known for a particular style, until she changed it. She shifted her entire image and brand. On April 8, 2023 Doja tweeted on Twitter that “pop isn’t exciting to me anymore. I don’t wanna make it.” This was the first of many changes.
On June 16th, Doja Cat released a new single entitled “Attention.” Attention consists of rap music. She typically displays her ability to rap and sing on all of her songs. However, rapping is the focus of the song. Doja’s fans have been very responsive to the new sound as well.
Doja Cat’s music video reached over 11 million views in just three weeks.
Hosts/Influencers have festivals, concerts and parties every year. Is promotion the issue? How can we get these types of events to the youth and what other events actually interest the youth. In this episode our hosts will discuss events and places that interest the youth and the best way to reach us.
Mental health is a very big illness all around the world, not only for adults but our youth too. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, related to others, and make healthy choices. In this episode we will talk about mental health, how it affects people, and ways to overcome it. We are going to discuss the ways to help. Our goal is to make you feel wanted/needed and to remind you that you are not alone.
Host
Zebadiah Winford
Anniw Mattox
Marshawn Wright
Audio
Caila Flake
Producers
Laila Hall
Tarrod Edwards
Jaida Boozer
Building wealth is a lengthy process, and there is no ideal place to begin. The most important thing is to keep working toward your objectives. In this episode of The Change Chi we will talk about finding a source of income, opening a bank account, and multiple ways to spend and save money. Here our host will share their knowledge and experiences about the best ways to start building wealth. #ChangeChi
Host
Zebadiah Winford
Anniw Mattox
Marshawn Wright
Audio
Caila Flake
Producers
Laila Hall
Tarrod Edwards
Jaida Boozer
So on July 1st the famous Elon Musk tweeted out that non- verified users on instagram would be limited to reading just 600 tweets a day,
And sooner after that on July 5th, Threads, an app launched by Instagram /Meta was released.
With a similar format to Twitter, Bluesky, another twitter competitor, has been available to users through a waitlist format.
How do you feel about the new THREADS app?
Comment below
Based on article written on TrueStar.Life by Inti Navia
Each and every person has empowerment deep inside, but sometimes there can be obstacles in the way that can bring your power down. This episode takes a look at the youth's perspective on: What is empowerment? What affects youth empowerment? Where and what can we do to restore empowerment? We are also joined by special guest, Genesis Denise Hale.
This podcast in sponored by Change Chi campaign in partnership with True Star Foundation
Kenwood sophomores Skylar, Taylor and Jakayla gather to catch up after school finals to discuss how stressful the end of the school year is and how anxious they are for summer.
With recent videos leaking on social media of students getting into fights their teachers and teens "turning up" downtown, the older generation is concerned about the mindset of our youth in 2023. Kenwood seniors Noah and Miracle discuss their thoughts on the old generation's thinking and how it effects the youth of today.
On April 14th and 15th in the Downtown Chicago area, teens were caught again in local and national spotlight after a chaotic weekend.
According to ABC7 news , videos showed groups of teens recking havoc on Michigan Avenue on Saturday April 15th and at 31st Street Beach on Friday April 14.
Some teenagers were shot, dozens of arrests were made, with businesses, residents and tourists scared.
These meet ups known as "trends" are often hyped up and circulated on social media.
Kenwood teens Brandon and Damarege discuss what they think is causing the "trends".
From Apartheid, Civil Rights Movement & Black Lives Matter, people of African decent have experienced some hateful events all over the world. But are African and African American hate experiences the same? True Topics ways in
On March 27, 2023, a mass shooting occurred at The Covenant School, a private Presbyterian Church in America parochial school in the Green Hills neighborhood of Nashville, Tennessee.
According to CNN, the school shooting suspect had maps of the school building and scouted a possible second attack location.
As police further investigate, the students of Kenwood High School in Chicago can't help but wonder if their school is safe enough after they also have recently experienced the death of a student via shooting.
Listen to students Prince & Damareye on our latest podcast
The story of the high school sweethearts are always an interesting tale filled with so many questions like:
"How did you guys meet?" "Do you ever fight?" "Do you think you will be together forever?"
Or at least that's the story for Kenwood Seniors Noah & Miracle who met freshman year and have been in love ever since.
The sparks in their relationship are so strong they even caught the eyes of their high school principal and was voted class couple.
After the $1.344 billion success of the first installment of Disney's Black Panther and the untimely passing of it's lead character Chadwick Boseman, many questioned would there be success in Black Panther 2.
Going on its fourth consecutive week of success in the Box Office, Wakanda Forever has been met with mixed reviews as to what could be next for the characters.
TrueTopics podcast discuss the movie, what they think will happen to Wakanda in the future at Disney, along with their crazy trip to the movie theater.
Hosted by: Noah and Jalen of Kenwood High School
In this recent podcast our hosts Lily who was born in Chicago and Roland who is from Pittsburg but recently moved to Chicago compare violence in their neighborhoods and how it affects our everyday living. Warning - this podcast contains topics of violence
During the show's fourth season, the episodes were a lot longer than normal with all episodes clocking in at over an hour and the last three episodes being movie length. With such a long season, there are already rumors spreading about a possible spin-off show.
True Topics podcast dives into the current volumes of season 4 and shares a few theories they have for the upcoming Season 5.
It's the battle of the cartoon ages! The granddaddy of cartoons Nickelodeon has always been the go-to place to check out your favorite cartoons and teen-centered shows since 1977 UNTIL Cartoon Network came along in 1992. As television changes, people are seeking more representation of themselves in their shows and it seems that Nickelodeon isn't keeping up with the times.
Lily and Aaliyah try to break down who's the new king of cartoons.
Which network is your favorite?
Vote in our poll
Is Brittany Griner being used as a political pawn? Prior to the nine-year sentence Brittney Griner received last Thursday following her trial in Russia for drug smuggling, the True Topics Podcast observe the headlines surrounding her case.
The W.N.B.A. star, who has been detained in Russia since February is finally getting headlines but for all the wrong reasons including rumors of a possible prisoner swab with the 'Merchant of Death', other Americans facing international drug charges not receiving as harsh a sentence, and the Biden Administrations lack of help.
Tune in to hear what host Daniel Sommerio and Brazil Giles-Luna think about the case
The latest TikTok craze of the Pink Sauce has the hashtags buzzing as there are mixed reviews of this new phenomenon.
The reactions of the Pink Sauce have been pouring in from people being confused on what it is exactly to even complaints on the $20 a bottle price tag. HOST: Shealyn Moden and Thierry Matthews
Read full blog story here: https://truestar.life/truetopicspodcast-what-is-to-this-pink-sauce/
The True Topics podcast host Chastina & Journey talks about what they think it means to be 21 and all the things they would love to do like owning their own home, car and of course traveling.
What is something you can't wait to do when your "legal"?
Comment below
It’s Just Something About Comfort Food. The True Topic podcast is back again with a discussion about something we all love:
FOOD. What’s your favorite comfort foods?
Sound off below!
With the back and forth rules on vaccine mandates and wearing masks, it seems we all got a little
comfortable with possibly being back to "normal". But now a new variant has entered the chat: Omicron.
As Chicago faces what looks like a third wave of increased COVID cases after the holidays, some CPS schools
had to start Christmas break a little earlier than expected as more students returned with positive tests.
True Topics Podcast chats with expert Dr. Wendy McDonald to help us get down to the bottom of these variants,
vaccine boosters and ways to keep ourselves safe into the new year.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON TESTING SITES & VACCINATION IN THE CHICAGOLAND AREA VISIT: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/sites/covid19-vaccine/home.html
Who shot who? And why are we bringing this story up again? It seems this Megan Thee Stallion vs. Tory Lanez saga never ends. As the Preliminary Hearing continues in the case of the shooting, we have so many questions, AGAIN. Members of the True Topics Podcast discuss what they think about the story that won't go away. HOST: Amaya & Tati Producers: Jalene
As the last installment to our Mental Health Awareness Month series, the True Topics podcast tackles depression and shares tips on ways you can protect your energy.
Host Dennis & Makai
Editor: Camielle
Executive Producer: Trey White & SharmonJarmon!
Join the True Topics Podcast as they discuss what it means to have a personality disorder and how to know the difference.
HOST: Aspen & Tati EDITOR: MARIO Executive Producers: Trey White & SharmonJarmon!
When it comes to mental health education in the school system, there is barely any present at all. With schools barely having counselors to students feeling like teaches don't understand student anxieties, teens are feeling burned out in a remote learning world. TRUE TOPICS HOST Angela & Journey break down how lack of mental health training is effecting the education system
BITCON, DOGDECOIN. STOCKS.
All these news ways to come up on money in 2021 and I'm confused about it all!
The True Topics Podcast meet with Investor guru and Co-Founder of the investing app
RapunzlMyles Gage to discuss money and how to make some NOW while you're still in high school.
Hosted by: Dennis & Amaya
Editor: Aspen
The National Domestic Violence Hotline and Liz Claiborne Inc. have launched loveisrespect.org the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline (NTDAH), a 24-hour national web-based and telephone helpline created to help teens (ages 13-18) experiencing dating abuse. Teen dating abuse affects nearly 1.5 million high school students nationwide in a single year.
Teens discuss toxic celebrity relationships and why you shouldn't mirror your love life after them.
*WARNING - this podcast discusses dating violence and abuse.
If you are being abused, please contact 800.799.SAFE (7233)
The students of King High School breakdown what social media is and why teens love it so much.
From Tik Tok to Facebook, social media has gotten so big, you can even get paid from it!
In episode 2 of TS Radio's What It Means to Be 16, Amaya, Dennis, and Jacob discuss responsibilities like starting to drive, having a job and other new adult-ish adventures. Being 16 comes with a new wave of experiences. For more about True Star visit: WEBSITE: https://truestar.life/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/true.chi/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/truestardotlifeTWITTER: https://twitter.com/truestardotlife Donating to our foundation allows us to provide jobs for Chicago's Youth. Helps us to continue to create teen content creators. DONATE TO TRUE STAR FOUNDATION: https://elevate.truestarfoundation.org/
In the first episode of What it Means to Be 16, TS Radio hosts, Tatiana, Maukyra, and Jacob discuss how Covid, e-learning, and quarantine, effects their mental health. Being 16 comes with a new wave of experiences. For more about True Star visit: WEBSITE: https://truestar.life/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/true.chi/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/truestardotlifeTWITTER: https://twitter.com/truestardotlife Donating to our foundation allows us to provide jobs for Chicago's Youth. Helps us to continue to create teen content creators. DONATE TO TRUE STAR FOUNDATION: https://elevate.truestarfoundation.org/
True Star Radio is back with another episode on #Dating. This week, they focus on "Sustainable Dating" highlighting what motivational speaker Tony Robbins calls Steps to a Perfect Relationship.
Hosted By: Amaya, Tatiana, Mario and Makai
Mayor Lori Lightfoot warned Chicagoans that the city is experiencing another wave of the coronavirus pandemic, with confirmed cases rising sharply across the city to levels last seen in late May, at the tail end of the first wave of the pandemic. The stay-at-home advisory has taken effect in Chicago causing Cook County to place new restrictions on gatherings including the Thanksgiving holiday due to the continuous rise of COVID cases. True Star Radio talks about how these new restrictions are affecting their social lives and current experiences at Home. For more about True Star visit: WEBSITE: https://truestar.life/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/true.chi/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/truestardotlifeTWITTER: https://twitter.com/truestardotlife Donating to our foundation allows us to provide jobs for Chicago's Youth. Helps us to continue to create teen content creators. DONATE TO TRUE STAR FOUNDATION: https://elevate.truestarfoundation.org/
It has finally arrived, the battle between President Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Who will win? It's been days since a count has been given. True Star Radio share their thoughts on the election and who they think deserves the win.
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True Star Radio is back with another podcast and this time they are canceling a few people. Cancel culture is a popular practice of withdrawing support for (canceling) public figures or companies after doing something offensive or deemed so. Did these teens make a good argument? Comment Below!
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Being in school and trying to date is tough. Now that school is virtual, it’s going to be even MORE difficult to find a boo :(. How do you find a boo during RONA?! HOST: Chastina, Aspen, Tatiana, Chastina, Marcus PRODUCED BY: Dnyia Williams, Daja Jackson, Austin EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Sharmon Jarmon & Trey White
This podcast is sponsored by Dating Matters Chicago. To learn more about digital dating abuse visit: https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/intimatepartnerviolence/datingmatters/index.html
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True Star Radio discusses why they believe Black Lives Matter and what the movement means to them Follow their podcast at http://truestar.life #BLM
In Chicago, students are preparing to start back school...virtually. As this pandemic continues, students discuss why it's still NOT safe to be in the classroom and what they think about schools opening back up during a pandemic. HOST: Tyler, Daina, Dorothy, Marcus PRODUCER: Marcus Daily, Aspen, Austin, Shaheem Tatiana, Daja, Dnyia Williams
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HOST: Ari, Kennedy, Paris
The teachers of the City of Chicago are on strike and the teens are excited to have this "break" to be honest. But all jokes aside, students are becoming concerned with the state of their schools as they find out the truth about why teachers are striking and they have some questions for Mayor Lori Lightfoot
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Hosts: Ari, RC, Vicky T, Jordan
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Students reflect after witnessing a shooting after school at their local McDonald's.
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