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On Our Minds is an Edward R. Murrow award-winning, student-led and student-produced podcast about the biggest mental health challenges young people face. In each episode, two teen reporters guide you through stories by high schoolers from PBS News Student Reporting Labs about the teenage experience that connects, educates and inspires listeners of all ages. Season 5 is an 8-episode podcast season ... more

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Latest Episodes

Have you ever felt doubt and insecurity about your abilities or accomplishments? It's a normal feeling but it can be hard! Who can help? A mentor in your community who believes in you and helps you find a sense of belonging. Click here for this episo... more

You are more than your grades, your struggles, or your past, says Bryan Stevenson (author of Just Mercy and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative). Stevenson shares his journey defending the wrongly accused and why he's hopeful about the next gener... more

How can you figure how what kind of person you want to be? Through books, says YA writer Nic Stone and viral-librarian Mychal Threets. Nic and Mychal share their wisdom about finding yourself and finding joy through reading. Click here for this episo... more

What makes school fun? An inspiring teacher! Stories of gratitude for the people who devote their lives to helping students learn and grow: classroom teachers, librarians, and principals. Click here for this episode's transcript.

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Recent Guests

Bryan Stevenson
Author of Just Mercy and renowned advocate for justice reform
Episode: Author Bryan Stevenson on grace, grit, and growing up
Nic Stone
New York Times bestselling author, known for the novel "Dear Martin"
Author
Episode: Finding yourself through books with Nic Stone and Mychal Threets
Mychal Threets
Librarian and mental health advocate who spreads joy through library services
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Episode: Finding yourself through books with Nic Stone and Mychal Threets
Mr. Ryan Wilson
Principal at Carroll High School
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Episode: How these teachers use humor and stories to connect with their students
Mr. Biddle
School librarian known for advocating against book banning.
Local school library
Episode: How these teachers use humor and stories to connect with their students
Mr. Hintz
Former graphic art and design instructor.
Pankow Career Center
Episode: How these teachers use humor and stories to connect with their students
Viet Thanh Nguyen
Vietnamese-American novelist, writer, scholar, and activist.
University of Southern California, author of The Sympathizer
Episode: Voices across cultures: Viet Thanh Nguyen and the teen search for belonging
Dr. Joy Harden Bradford
Licensed psychologist, author, and host of Therapy for Black Girls
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Episode: Real Talk on Friend Groups with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford of Therapy for Black Girls
Keely Crawford
Special correspondent for the episode
Episode: What do the 2024 election results mean?

Hosts

Evelyn
Co-host of a student-led podcast exploring youth experiences and mental health.
Eason
Co-host of a student-led podcast focusing on mental health and youth advocacy.
Nico
One of the hosts of the student-led podcast, focusing on youth issues.
Poojasai
Co-host of the podcast discussing mental health and youth empowerment.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • Great!

    The people who make and make possible podcasts like this, inspire me and give me hope. Congratulations to the students. We are finding within themselves the talent and inspiration to do good and meaningful work that changes the world!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SBN2
    United States6 months ago
  • I learned a lot

    I plan on sharing this with the teachers at my daughter’s school. I learn a lot when I listen to these episodes — especially the episode about Puerto Rico. Great to hear these voices. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SLS808
    United Statesa year ago
  • News with a view

    I was on my school paper in high school as a comic strip writer for my whole school.

    Now the student newspaper is a podcast to the whole world.

    I felt no limits as a kid to drink in everything, but my range of peers was limited in ways that no longer exist.

    Just avoid an echo chamber and the future of the world is yours to mold with all your peers in that world to much better effect than we did.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CutterVic
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best podcast for teens!

    Thank you so much guys, for such helpful podcasts and topics you going through!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tem_str
    Canada2 years ago
  • Now hear this!

    What a great way to get insight into what’s on fresh, young minds!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    We're All Just Leaves
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners find the content to be inspiring and insightful, especially regarding mental health and the experiences of young people.
It has been highlighted for its engaging storytelling and the unique perspectives it brings from young individuals on critical topics, making it enjoyable for teens and adults alike.
Many emphasize the importance of the podcast in providing a platform for youth voices, praising its relatability and educational value.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Finding yourself through books with Nic Stone and Mychal Threets
Q: What made you start talking about mental health more?
Mychal Threets began discussing mental health to connect with others experiencing similar struggles, influenced by his own diagnoses.
Finding yourself through books with Nic Stone and Mychal Threets
Q: What do you want children to take away from your books?
Nic Stone wants readers to understand that their identity is their responsibility and to live authentically regardless of external opinions.
Finding yourself through books with Nic Stone and Mychal Threets
Q: What moment in your life first caused you to cultivate that storytelling in yourself?
Nic Stone shared that her earliest memory was at the age of three when she fell off her tricycle, leading her to create stories from that experience.
Author Bryan Stevenson on grace, grit, and growing up
Q: How do you think that young people, especially those in high school, can sort of get involved, become effective advocates for criminal justice?
Stevenson suggests spending time with marginalized communities to gain perspective and develop the courage to advocate for justice.
Author Bryan Stevenson on grace, grit, and growing up
Q: What message do you give to young people, particularly those in marginalized communities who look at the systemic barriers you've described?
Stevenson emphasizes that despite real challenges, barriers do not define individuals; their inner qualities and potential do.

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The focus is on the mental health challenges faced by young people, diving into topics that resonate with their experiences and reflections on life. The episodes feature student reporters sharing compelling stories from their peers, fostering a connection that educates and inspires listeners. In the most recent season, the theme of inspiration takes center stage with young journalists interviewing mentors and role models in their lives, exploring the significant impact these figures have had on their journeys. The podcast uniquely emphasizes the importance of youth voices while addressing vital issues surrounding mental health, advocacy, and personal growth.

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2. The Ezra Klein Show
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1. Bryan Stevenson
2. Nic Stone
3. Mychal Threets
4. Mr. Ryan Wilson
5. Mr. Biddle
6. Mr. Hintz
7. Viet Thanh Nguyen
8. Dr. Joy Harden Bradford

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