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?
Youth Voice Amplified
The Power of Transformative Thinking: Rico's Journey (Part 1)
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Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life! Join us for an inspiring two-part series on Youth Voice Amplified as we delve into Rico's incredible journey of resilience and transformation. In part one, Rico opens up about his challenging early life, where survival was the only goal. He shares vivid stories of his childhood struggles, from navigating difficult circumstances like homelessness and gang violence to making tough choices just to get by. Despite the hardships, Rico's story is a testament to the power of transformative thinking to overcome adversity. Tune in to hear how he faced these challenges head-on and the significant impact they had on shaping his path forward.
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Credits:
Producers: Brian Johnson, Gennessa Fisher, Kim Silva and Allyson Baptiste
Production Partners: Kern Education Television Network, the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office and Liam Silva
Theme Song: “Beatitude” by Mountaineer
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