
Youth Voice Amplified
Join hosts Gennessa Fisher and Brian Johnson for this youth-led and youth-focused monthly interview series as they talk with young people about their life experiences with homelessness, foster care, disabilities, teen parenting, and more. Each conversation will uncover stories of hope and strength from youth storytellers who will share the best ways we can support youth in similar situations. If you want to know how to do better for youth or simply be inspired, this is your show! Every youth has a story to tell. Are you ready to listen?
Podcasting since 2023 • 36 episodes
Youth Voice Amplified
Latest Episodes
Angela's Story of Survival, Strength, and Starting Over (Part 2)
After surviving a car crash that nearly ended her life, Angela faced even more challenges. But Angela didn’t just survive—she found her voice. In this powerful conclusion of her story, Angela reflects on forgiveness, healing from trauma, and th...
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Episode 33
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Angela's Story of Survival, Strength, and Starting Over (Part 1)
In this powerful first episode of a two-part series, Angela reflects on her journey through childhood trauma, navigating life in the streets, and the time she spent in juvenile detention. As a teenager searching for connection and safety,...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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LIVE from the YES! Conference: Lessons Learned from Our Foster Youth Alumni
In honor of National Foster Care Month, this special Youth Voice Amplified episode brings you a powerful live panel from the 10th Annual YES! (Youth Empowering Success) Conference. Host G...
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Episode 31
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For Teens, By Teens: 25 Years of Leaders In Life
In this special episode of Youth Voice Amplified, host Gennessa sits down with Alyssa and Siena—two incredible student leaders behind Kern County’s Leaders In Life Conference, a groundbreaking e...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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Jordynn’s Story: Parenting With Purpose
In this uplifting episode of Youth Voice Amplified, we sit down with Jordynn, a young mom who turned her experience with homelessness into a powerful voice for change. As a dedicated youth advocate, Jordynn shares how she balances the challenge...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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