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Express Yourself! is an entertaining adolescent fusion program where passion, productivity, and possibility populate the airwaves. Produced by Starstyle Productions, LLC as an international outreach program of Be the Star You Are! charity, the radio program, Express Yourself! is a show for, by, and about teens. Hosted by teens and teenage field reporters from around the country, Express Yourself! ... more

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"Where you see wrong, inequality, or injustice, speak out, because this is your country. This is your democracy." – Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall

Courts are one of the most important institutions protecting American democracy, but if our ... more

"Ignore those who tell you which way to go without first understanding where you are." - James Pierce

Teens are facing numerous challenges, and in this episode of Express Yourself!™ host, Diya and reporter Allison are talking about the issues surro... more

Impact of Financial Literacy

"An investment in knowledge pays the best interest." – Benjamin Franklin

Were you taught about finances when you were a teen? The majority of schools don't teach financial literacy, which is a critical skill for life ... more

"The future belongs to those who prepare for it today." — Malcolm X

Radio host Saanvi Phaneendra welcomes Express Yourself's newest reporter, Allison Lu as they discuss what the future will look like. Saanvi talks about AI data centers in space in ... more

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Allison Lu
Newest reporter focusing on educational equity and the future in classrooms
Episode: What Will the Future Look Like?
Ryan Chang
Sophomore in high school; MUN veteran; teen negotiator
School MUN team; curriculum creator for teaching negotiation to younger students
Episode: Learning to Negotiate
Milan Baynes
Teen guest sharing insights on deepfakes
Episode: Deep Fakes
Jatin Baynes
Teen guest sharing personal views on art, culture and deepfakes
Episode: Deep Fakes
Marie da Silva
Founder of Jacaranda School for Orphans; advocate for orphans in Malawi
Jacaranda Foundation (Malawi)
Episode: EMPOWERING MALAWI
Livia Firth
Fashion activist and founder of Eco Age, sustainability advocate
Eco Age
Episode: Fashion and the Effects on Accelerated Garbage
Christian Lange
Guest expert discussing online rhetoric and digital culture
Episode: Social Media Phenomena and Rhetoric
Jatin Bain
Guest contributing to discussion on mental health awareness
Be the Star You Are charity (inferred)
Episode: Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health
Rachel Schaub
An emerging 17-year-old pop songwriter and artist from the Detroit area, known for her playful and expressive music.
Episode: KBG Syndrome and Using AI to Write Songs

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Multiple teen hosts and reporters including Hannah Sahota, Julia Howe, Diya, Saanvi Phaneendra, Ritare Kirpa, Keerthi, Sharanya
Teen hosts and reporters drive episodes, often collaborating with guest experts and charity partners to discuss empowerment, health, and social issues.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Super awesome and I am a young teen

    So good and inspirational for you as a young adult to listen to ppl talk about what happened

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kiki frey
    United States2 years ago
  • Listen and Learn

    Always great info from young adults.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Starlady
    United States7 years ago

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Shows that balance inspiration with real-world actions.
Engaging teen voices with practical guidance.
Positive, uplifting, and youth-forward content.

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#127
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#141
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Learning to Negotiate
Q: Why is negotiation particularly important for teens?
Teens often face stereotypes and be blamed in conflicts; using negotiation helps present themselves as collaborative and capable of working with others to achieve better outcomes, not just arguing.
Learning to Negotiate
Q: What exactly is negotiation and how does it apply to everyday interactions?
Negotiation is any conversation where someone wants something and the goal is to reach a compromise or mutual understanding, applicable to conversations with parents, siblings, teachers, and friends.
The 250th Anniversary of America
Q: What happened 250 years ago that led to the holiday we celebrate on the 4th of July?
250 years ago, colonists fought the Revolutionary War and signed the Declaration of Independence, which declared a break from Britain and laid the foundations for a new nation. The anniversary invites reflection on what those founding ideals meant then and what they mean now.
EMPOWERING MALAWI
Q: How does Jacaranda structure its daily operations to support the children and families?
Marie describes a day that blends school activities with social work: the school assemblies, staff meetings, and guardian discussions, all while ensuring each child's basic needs—nutrition, healthcare, and a safe home environment—are addressed.
Self-Care and Empathy
Q: Firstly, what do you think is self-care?
Self-care includes the actions we take to enhance our quality of health, improve our physical and emotional health, and tune into our needs.

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A teen-centered, empowerment-focused program that blends personal development, social issues, and youth-led perspectives. Episodes frequently explore mental health, self-care, kindness in leadership, social media dynamics, and activism, often featuring teen hosts and young guests who share practical tips, real-life stories, and actionable steps. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on empowerment, community engagement, and educational outreach through charitable partnerships. The show also leans into space, sustainability, and civic participation, making it appealing to listeners seeking relatable teen voices that mix motivation with tangible takeaways for everyday life and broader social impact.

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Express Yourself! launched 15 years ago and published 705 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Allison Lu
2. Ryan Chang
3. Milan Baynes
4. Jatin Baynes
5. Marie da Silva
6. Livia Firth
7. Christian Lange
8. Jatin Bain

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