THE LIVING ROOM TA is a podcast hosted by Ayanna, Blair, Dreah, Gabe, Inioluwa (Grace), Jaydon, Justice, Justyn, Kenna, Kerry, Madeline, Madison, Miah, Shiloh and Chaplain B. Leah from Takoma Academy High School. This is our weekly chapel experience due to our continued virtual learning experience during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Established August 2020
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In this episode, Dreah speaks to us about community service and the importance of giving back.
In this episode, Jaydon and the team reflect on the podcast and their experience at TA.
In this episode, Mr. Keith Norman talks about the different ways of supporting someone going through a mental health crisis.
In this episode, Justyn and Mr. Keith Norman discuss what mental health is, and how important it can be to have a counselor that looks like you.
In this episode, Jaydon talks about hobbies and how they can be connected through themes.
In this episode, we discuss what self-discovery is, and Inioluwa explains the different things you can learn about yourself.
In this episode, Dreah answers our questions about community service and helping others.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of being our authentic selves, and sharing the hard parts of our journey.
In this episode, Shiloh talks to us about the journey, and how each of our lives play out differently.
In this episode, Justice and the team talk about their experiences with peer pressure, and weigh the pros and cons.
In this episode, Ayanna and the podcast team discuss how they take care of their mental health.
In this episode, we wrap up our discussion on self-worth, and talk about why low self-confidence happens.
In this episode, Madison and the podcast team discuss self-worth and self-esteem, based on Psalms 139:13-14.
In this episode, Dr. Jamie Kowlessar talks about compassion and how we often learn to hate our neighbor rather than love them.
In this episode, Dr. Jaime Kowlessar wraps up the week by telling a story of compassion in a classroom.
In this episode, Dr. Jaime Kowlessar gives us an in-depth explanation of one of Jesus's parables.
In this episode, Dr. Jamie Kowlessar introduces us to the story that defines this week's theme.
In this bonus episode, we discuss how the things we hear and see online aren't always as they seem.
In this episode, we discuss some of our biggest insecurities and how we overcame some of them.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of discipline, and continue our discussion on procrastination.
In this episode, Kerry asks the podcast team questions about social media and how it affects them.
In this episode, members of the senior class of 2021 visit to share their favorite experiences and some advice for freshmen.
In this episode, Miah and the team talk about how we find peace, what it is, and where we find it.
In this episode, we discuss why minorities may have doubts about the vaccine, and how that doubt is rooted in history.
In this episode, we chat with members of HOSA about health science and their future careers.
In this episode, we chat with HOSA about things you should keep in mind when pursuing a career in the healthcare field.
In this episode, we talk more about Fennigan's Farms, their service to different communities, and the importance of semantics as a steward.
In this episode, Amanda Brezzell talks us through some practical steps we can take while trying to discover our career.
In this episode, Amanda Brezzell joins us to talk the story behind her business, Fennigan's Farms.
In this episode, we ask Principal Thrower some questions about her life and upbringing.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of inviting God into your life, and the help He provides us.
In this episode, we define a few more terms, share some mental health resources, and answer a few questions.
In this episode, Pastor Mitchell and Chaplain Leah define and discuss some mental health terms.
In this episode, Pastor Kelvin Mitchell joins us to talk about the meaning of health, and how it involves others.
In this episode, we discuss our favorite parts of the poem The Hill We Climb by American poet Amanda Gorman.
In this episode, we share more moments from the inauguration. Gabe and Chaplain Leah drop some truth.
In this episode, we discuss our favorite moments of the inauguration of Joe Biden, the 46th president of the United States.
In this episode, we discuss how our culture and upbringing shape the way we approach health and other issues.
In this episode, we discuss the foods we don't like, and our research on the health message.
In this episode, we discuss some tactics traffickers use, and how it all relates to the story of Esther.
In this episode, we discuss how human trafficking happens in places and ways you may not expect.
In this episode, we meet with Renée Battle-Brooks and Cerise Shaw to learn about human, sex, and labor trafficking.
In this episode, we discuss the lessons we learned from the story, and how we should apply them to our lives.
In this episode, we discuss compassion, the story of the Good Samaritan, and the impact of the little details in the story.
In this episode, we wrap up our discussions for the week, the year, and give a special message to our listeners.
In this episode, Pastor Darnisha Thomas discusses her experience at the protests in Minnesota.
In this episode, we discuss what events made us wake up to what's happening in the world.
In this episode, Pastor Darnisha Thomas comes to speak to us about her path to activism.
In this episode, we discuss changing ourselves, learning about ourselves, and refining our talents.
In this episode, we discuss the expectations of Christians, being ourselves, and some events in our personal lives.
In this episode, we discuss making mistakes, avoiding them, and learning to forgive yourself.
In this episode, we discuss how we talk to God, who we should pray to, and what it means to speak in tongues.
In this episode, we discuss how Eunoia Music Club came to be, the importance of using our talents, and being a blessing to others.
In this episode, we discuss how orchestras warm up, and Cianna recounts a musical experience. We did not tune up.
In this episode, we learn about the members of TA's Eunoia Music Club, as well as the club itself.
In this bonus episode, the student athletes give us more tips, and Chaplain B. Leah shares info about an upcoming event.
In this episode, Mr. Beckett and the student athletes discuss when we might play again, and offer some advice.
In this episode, the student athletes discuss what they'd like to be doing after COVID, along with the importance of staying in shape.
In this episode, we share some of our favorite quotes and discuss comparing ourselves to others.
In this episode, we discuss the impact of Covid-19 on sports, and whether we should play sports as Christians.
In this episode, Gabe, Miah, and Justyn share how God has worked in their lives. Chaplain B. Leah shares how to know if you're really hearing God.
In this episode, Mrs. Collins tells us about how God spoke to her in a time of darkness.
In this episode, we discuss how to smoothly leave the past behind, and share what we learned from the story of Rahab.
In this episode, special guest Kimberly Bulgin shares several points from the story of Rahab.
In this episode, special guest Kimberly Bulgin talks to us about speaking up for ourselves.
In this episode, Chaplain B. Leah and Mr. Gantt talk about some of the ways God speaks to us.
In this episode, Chaplain B. Leah and Mr. Gantt talk about how God shows Himself in our lives.
Sra. Ramos introduces our special guest for Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Sra. Nancy Cabrera.
Special guest Nancy Cabrera joins The Living Room TA Podcast to CELEBRATE + HONOR + RESPECT our Hispanic/Latinx heritage, our present, and hope for tomorrow.
Special guest Nancy Cabrera joins The Living Room TA Podcast to CELEBRATE + HONOR + RESPECT our Hispanic/Latinx heritage, our present, and hope for tomorrow.
Special guest Nancy Cabrera joins The Living Room TA Podcast to CELEBRATE + HONOR + RESPECT our Hispanic/Latinx heritage, our present, and hope for tomorrow.
Special guest Nancy Cabrera joins The Living Room TA Podcast to CELEBRATE + HONOR + RESPECT our Hispanic/Latinx heritage, our present, and hope for tomorrow.
Chaplain B.Leah reiterating support that is available to students and announces next week’s episodes that CELEBRATE + HONOR + RESPECT the contributions of Hispanic/Latinx brothers and sisters!
In this episode, Attorney Renée Battle-Brooks talks about the ramifications of sexting.
In this episode, Attorney Renée Battle-Brooks joins us to talk about what harassment is.
In this episode, we discuss different methods of tackling mental health issues, and boosting self-confidence.
In this episode, we discuss how we compare ourselves to other people, and how to know that we are good enough.
In this episode, Shiloh talks with us about self-confidence, knowing our worth, and other mental health issues.
In this episode, we discuss our hopes for the future, as well as some points of contention about the past.
In this episode, we continue our discussion on where we're from, and how our experiences shape us into who we are.
In this episode, we discuss the goals of the Black Student Union, Black Lives Matter, and where we're from.
In this episode, we discuss having uncomfortable conversations with others and learning to accept differing opinions.
In this episode, we discuss rights, the reasons we hold back from protesting, and changes in the church.
In this episode, we discuss how to reach out to our communities, what to look for in a leader, and how to research a candidate.
In this episode, we discuss how we're meant to treat others, according to Amos 5:21-24 and Micah 6:6-7.
In this episode, we discuss the death of George Floyd, the history of inequality, and finding out what's next.
In this episode, we discuss self-doubt, the importance of consistency, and the feeling of going nowhere.
In this episode, we discuss navigating troubled waters, the importance of reading the Bible, and how God continues to reach out to us.
In this episode, we discuss God's knowledge of us, our dreams and aspirations, and career goals.
In this bonus episode, we discuss the importance of caring about the future as well as the present.
In this bonus episode, we discuss self-improvement, finding yourself, and the ethics of fitting in.
In this episode, we learn more about the hosts, and dive into the Bible to learn more about identity.
In this episode, we the hosts learn about each other and think about who we really are.