top of page
Positive, Uplifting, Life-Changing Talk Radio
Be the Star You Are! ® Radio
Meet Express Yourself! Guests
2021-2023 Express Yourself! Programs & Guests
Every week, our Express Yourself!™ Star Teens bring you a stimulating, mind-bending, original program with guests from around the world and all walks of life!
Follow us on Instagram
Click on Photo for description of episode
3-26-23 Life in the Future
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” - Eleanor Roosevelt
What do you think life will look like in the future? Will humans be living on Mars? Beamed to alien locations? Will we live under the sea? Will robots rule the world? How will humans be schooled? Tune in to Express Yourself!™ with hosts Sharanya and Keerthi and reporters Kirpa and Kevin as they five into the future that they envision. A.I. is destined to design so much of tomorrow. Is this a positive or negative? Who is in charge? Will it be dystopian? Functional? Fun? Romantic? What kinds of foods will we eat and what will we drive? The future is for us to decide, and with how quickly the world is moving today, the future may not be so far away.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/143198/life-in-the-future
What do you think life will look like in the future? Will humans be living on Mars? Beamed to alien locations? Will we live under the sea? Will robots rule the world? How will humans be schooled? Tune in to Express Yourself!™ with hosts Sharanya and Keerthi and reporters Kirpa and Kevin as they five into the future that they envision. A.I. is destined to design so much of tomorrow. Is this a positive or negative? Who is in charge? Will it be dystopian? Functional? Fun? Romantic? What kinds of foods will we eat and what will we drive? The future is for us to decide, and with how quickly the world is moving today, the future may not be so far away.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/143198/life-in-the-future
3-19-23
Government and Laws with Keerthi
Salutations from American Keerthi with Nerd Extraordinaire and from the evil British Keerthi, who is also known as She Who Must Not Be Named! The duo discuss debate for governments. Policy debate, public forum debate, Parliamentary debate, and general debate are types of debates that can change laws. Be prepared for history about government, how debates decide laws, and plenty of humor from Keerthi! The government is what makes our society a cooperative one that allows innovation and ideas to flourish, while also allowing free speech and expression.
“A sacred respect for the constitutional law is the vital principle, the sustaining energy of a free government.” - Alexander Hamilton
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/143090/government-and-laws-with-keerthi
“A sacred respect for the constitutional law is the vital principle, the sustaining energy of a free government.” - Alexander Hamilton
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/143090/government-and-laws-with-keerthi
3-5-23 How Teens Make a Difference in Communities
“Never give up on what you really want to do. The person with big dreams is more powerful than one with all the facts.” - Albert Einstein
Keerthi, both British and American, is our star host. Our show is all about teens making a difference in communities, and how you, as a teen, can make a difference. In segment one, British Keerthi, talks about how speech and debate can make an impact. In segment two, American Keerthi discusses teen leaders who have changed the world, and how you can learn from them.
To make an impact as a teen, communication is essential. Participating in speech and debate can help teens make an impact on the world in several ways by developing communication skills, building confidence, encouraging critical thinking, and advocating for important causes. Use your debate skills to slingshot yourself through the world and solve the chess game of life!
A few examples of teenagers who have made a significant impact on the world through their activism, bravery, and perseverance include Anne Frank, Malala Yousafzai, Greta Thunberg, Claudette Colvin, Jazz Jennings, and many more. Teens can change the world in many ways, including getting involved in your community, advocating for important causes,
using social media to spread awareness, starting your own initiatives, and
leading by example.
Teens, find your passion, identify your strengths, and take action to make a positive change. Harness your will and your dreams to change the world!
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/142868/how-teens-make-a-difference-in-communities
2-26-3 Global Music
“Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” ― Plato
What is global music? Genres are constantly evolving and emerging. It includes the American Beatles’ rock music, the Korean K-Pop Bands, and every other series of sounds that releases dopamine to our brains. Estimates indicate that global music ranges from 50-1300 genres. British Keerthi hosts a program featuring reporters Milan and Kirpa while American Keerthi interviews Kevin. Milan and Kirpa agree that listening to music from other countries introduces the culture and sounds of areas unfamiliar. Kirpa gives info on the Grammy’s inclusion of world music. Kevin dives into artificial intelligence, finding A.I. amazing, terrifying, and admirable all at the same time for its endless possibilities and infinite uses. With the help of the Internet and A.I., users can download and switch between music of any nationality, language and type on the fly, whether that be American rap or Swiss yodeling. And A.I. is creating music!
Music is one of the most powerful methods of communication. Global music builds mutual understanding, diversity appreciation, and fun.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/142762/global-music
What is global music? Genres are constantly evolving and emerging. It includes the American Beatles’ rock music, the Korean K-Pop Bands, and every other series of sounds that releases dopamine to our brains. Estimates indicate that global music ranges from 50-1300 genres. British Keerthi hosts a program featuring reporters Milan and Kirpa while American Keerthi interviews Kevin. Milan and Kirpa agree that listening to music from other countries introduces the culture and sounds of areas unfamiliar. Kirpa gives info on the Grammy’s inclusion of world music. Kevin dives into artificial intelligence, finding A.I. amazing, terrifying, and admirable all at the same time for its endless possibilities and infinite uses. With the help of the Internet and A.I., users can download and switch between music of any nationality, language and type on the fly, whether that be American rap or Swiss yodeling. And A.I. is creating music!
Music is one of the most powerful methods of communication. Global music builds mutual understanding, diversity appreciation, and fun.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/142762/global-music
2-19-23 Modern Art and Poetry with Ruhani
“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.” –Edgar Degas
In this episode of Express Yourself!, host Ruhani deep dives into the world of modern art. In the first segment, she discusses the important basics — did you know much modern art influenced some of our favorite architectural feats? And that’s not all, because Ruhani shares the most interesting facts about the subject in segment two. Tune in to hear more about artist Joseph Beuys, who locked himself in a room with a coyote, and the most expensive auctioned painting in the world! Ruhani wraps up the show with poetry based on modern art, reading Anne Sexton, Sylvia Plath, and herself! Ruhani’s work focuses on the study of art history, how humanity has always been humanity through self-expression. Art and poetry enrich our lives. Learn more!
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/142661/modern-art-and-poetry-with-ruhani
2-12-23 Ethics in Today’s World
Ethics is what guides us to tell the truth, keep our promises, or help someone in need. There is a framework of ethics underlying our lives on a daily basis, helping us make decisions that create positive impacts and steering us away from unjust outcomes. Our ethics are fueled by our individual cultures, backgrounds and identities. In today’s broadcast, Hannah and Keerthi dive into the world of ethic with their personal research and present information from the notes of Rose, who was unable to participate. Hannah reflecting the prevalent topics of gene editing and animal testing in labs while Keerthi discusses ethics and debate with how they spar with impact and facts. All agree that students benefit from taking ethic courses as a method of empowering students to make ethical and moral decisions. Through studying society's past decisions, students can analyze and learn right and wrong decisions. Engaging with ethical problems builds lifelong thinking skills that are not taught nor developed in any other traditional class.
“Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have a right to do and what is right to do.” Potter Stewart
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/142567/ethics-in-todays-world
“Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have a right to do and what is right to do.” Potter Stewart
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/142567/ethics-in-todays-world
1-29-34 Starting a Small Business
Keerthi and Ruhani host a program on how to grow a small business. Milan suggests that youth can start a small business by using YouTube, Ebay, and other social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok. Even a garage sale or a lemonade stand is a business. In a discussion, Ruhani and Keerthi both agree that they enjoy the “coziness” and “personalization” of small businesses because small businesses get to know their customers wishes and desires more than a large company. To start a small business, you have to be organized, keep accurate accounts, and be passionate. Ruhani talks about the power of social media, especially Tik Tok, to grow your business. She would like to start a small bookstore/café in her neighborhood with weekly author events. Keerthi would like to start a music store that sells only sheet music that can be scanned to listen to the sound before buying. Kevin joins the conversation with information on CHATGPT and information on how AI could help individuals start a company or new business, especially through data entry and automation. Kevin would like to start a thrift store!
“Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.” - T.S. Eliot
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/141328/starting-a-small-business
1-22-23 Women's Empowerment
“I never dreamed about success. I worked for it.” Estee Lauder
Advocacy: any action that speaks in favor of, recommends, argues for a cause, supports or defends, or pleads on behalf of others. It’s encouraging when a man starts the conversation advocating for the rights and freedoms of women. Hosts Rose and Hannah, both female empowerment activists, interview Nihal who firmly believes that women should have equal rights to men in all areas of private and public life, including education, employment, and political participation. He donates money to a family in India to send a girl to school. Hannah puts women’s advocacy into context and offers methods to speak up and support women. She launched her own charitable organization, Hannah’s Project, which is dedicated to the empowerment, education, and equality of women through education and literacy. Rose was inspired by many courageous women including Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Tarana Burke, and Masha Amini and offers a background on the movements formed around their advocacy.. Sharanya joins the conversation with a tribute to literary pioneers in feminism, Virginia Woolf and Sylvia Plath. She also sheds light on the horrific lobotomies that were performed on “hysterical” women, such as Rosemary Kennedy. Women and men are equals. It is the responsibility of every person in every nation to eradicate the patriarchy and embrace equality for all.
“There’s something so special about a woman who dominates in a man’s world. It takes a certain grace, strength, intelligence, fearlessness, and the nerve to never take no for an answer.” ― Rihanna
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/141236/womens-advocacy
1-15-23 Classic Literature with Keerthi
Keerthi, our Nerd Extraordinaire, hosts and entertains this entire program focused on classic literature, favorite books, and debate. British Keerthi starts off the show with her regular humor and wacky ideas. She discusses George Orwell’s, Animal Farm, the story of the Russian Revolution, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest by Ken Kesey., and her favorite book of all-time, Goldfinch by Donna Tartt. In segment two, Keerthi analyzes, Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee, The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck, A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway, The Lion, the witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis, and again her all-time favorite, Goldfinch by Donna Tartt. For the final segment, Keerthi launches into the benefits of creative writing in debate. Debates are often designed to test skills of critical thinking, analysis, and persuasive communication. It would be expected from debaters to be precise, accurate and factual in their arguments, instead of being only creative. That is why, striking a balance between being creative and being precise is important for any debater. Tune in for more Nerd Extraordinaire logic.
"Literature adds to reality, it does not simply describe it. It enriches the necessary competencies that daily life requires and provides; and in this respect, it irrigates the deserts that our lives have already become." - C.S. Lewis
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/141108/classic-literature-with-keerthi
1-8-23 The importance of Family
“Family is not an important thing. It's everything.” – Michael J. Fox.
Three family members, Nihal, Kirpa, and Milan come together to discuss the connection that family has with one another. Nihal hosts the program encouraging his sister and his cousin to share tidbits of fun and funny times. Milan lives in Chicago while Kirpa and Nihal are in California. They discuss their holidays, games, and movies they’ve enjoyed and the importance of supporting one another. We are also reminded that family can be friends and animals that are important to us. Cherish your loved ones as family.
You could gather a million treasures
You could search from coast to coast
The most valuable thing you’ll find tis that family matters the most.
Happy New Year!!
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
•
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/141012/the-importance-of-family
1-1-23 NFTS and New Year!
As we begin a New Year, host British Keerthi provides a breakdown on the different types of debate styles. She then turns into American Keerthi to interview Ally and Emma Chen about NFTS. Non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, prove to be a more eccentric innovation than controversial Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. Famous for its multimillion dollar sales in 2021, NFTs arose as the world shifted to virtual life, work, and school. Although simply a jpeg of digital art with so-called “copyrights” for the artist, the technology behind these codes with digital graphics have far more benefit for aspiring artists. Relying on the technology of cryptocurrency, NFTs provide ownership rights features allowing artists to make passive income off of their works. However, skeptics debate whether NFTs are simply an overrated fad or a prosperous invention for future generations. Before you form an opinion, tune in to learn about the technology behind NFTs and its future with teen artists.
Keerthi talks about NFTS the benefit Be the Star You Are!® through the StarStyle® Community. By purchasing a NFT from www.StarStyleCommunity.com, you will be donating to Be the Star You Are!®. Each NFT is based on a character from Cynthia Brian’s new children's book, No Barnyard Bullies, illustrated by Jensen Russell. These NFTs are like baseball trading cards of yore! Check out the Roadmap for upcoming events just for StarStyle Community members where exclusive experiences are part of the package. Jump into the metaverse and buy our NFTS. https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
Happy New Year!!
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
Bio: Ally and Emma Chen
As rising high school students in the 2020 quarantine, Ally and Emma Chen designed an initiative to benefit youth in healthcare environments through their childhood interest: art. Their initiative sprouted into a nonprofit organization named Youth Creativity Project that is focused on donating art resources to local hospitals. Through YCP, they expanded their artistic passion into other fields of interests, such as volunteering. While trying to develop new fundraising options, they came across a peculiar new technology coined “Non-fungible Tokens.” This new innovation sparked their interest, and they began to explore the cross sections between arts and economics through NFTs. They hope to one day apply the knowledge and potential of NFTs to our nonprofit as a fundraising option. Website: YouthCreativityProject.Org
Social media: @allych3n, @emm4chen, @YouthCreativityProject
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140935/nfts-and-the-new-year
12-25-22 Christmas
“Christmas is a season for kindling the fire for hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart” — Washington Irving
Merry, merry Christmas! Hosts Keerthi and Hannah celebrate large with an entire hour of history, festivity, humor, and fun. Santa, Sinterklaus, Father Christmas, Tomte, Saint Nicholas, the big jolly man in the red suit. Hannah discusses the different cultural celebrations and traditions from around the world, while Keerthi reminisces about Santa Day at 5A and the fun with helping children enjoy this festivity. Both Keerthi and Hannah discuss the consumerism, gift giving, internet shopping, holiday music and films, the magic, and the mystery. Will Christmas continue from generation to generation? Time will tell!
Whatever you believe, celebrate peace, joy, and love. Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays!
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140851/christmas
12-18-22 Climate Change
What is climate change and how is it affecting our world? Host Sharanya dives into the topic with reporters Kirpa, Kevin, and Milan. First, Sharanya discusses how teens are making a difference in the global conversation and how she is writing about climate change in her memoir. Kirpa talks about the causes and effects as well as devastation to our oceans. Kevin delves into how A.I. can help solve climate change and mitigate its side effects, especially how A.I. is able to predict certain natural disasters much more efficiently than normal, human-run programs can. Our newest reporter, Milan, shares how humans are affecting climate change and how he participated in a recycling program to do his part. Climate change is real. We have only ONE WORLD and it is up to us to save it.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
Bio: Milan Bains
Milan is an eleven-year-old sixth grader at Highland Middle School who loves looking at structures of buildings and high rises and hopes to one day be an architect. He has played violin since he was 5 years old and now plays for the school orchestra. When you don’t see him playing his violin he is probably playing on the tennis court. From a young age he has loved games whether it was Candyland as a 4-year-old, Uno with his cousins (fellow teen radio reporters Nihal and Kirpa), or competitive chess at school. Milan loves math and is challenging himself in accelerated math every day at school. MIlan loves anything that involves technology and innovation and hopes to share some of this passion during his teen radio segments. He is super excited to be part of the “Express Yourself Teen Radio” team with his segment “Well-rounded!”
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140750/climate-change
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
Bio: Milan Bains
Milan is an eleven-year-old sixth grader at Highland Middle School who loves looking at structures of buildings and high rises and hopes to one day be an architect. He has played violin since he was 5 years old and now plays for the school orchestra. When you don’t see him playing his violin he is probably playing on the tennis court. From a young age he has loved games whether it was Candyland as a 4-year-old, Uno with his cousins (fellow teen radio reporters Nihal and Kirpa), or competitive chess at school. Milan loves math and is challenging himself in accelerated math every day at school. MIlan loves anything that involves technology and innovation and hopes to share some of this passion during his teen radio segments. He is super excited to be part of the “Express Yourself Teen Radio” team with his segment “Well-rounded!”
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140750/climate-change
Power of Positive Thinking
Social media posts have made it “cool” to be negative and self-deprecating. But there is power in thinking and being positive. Teen hosts, Ruhani and Keethi interview author, publisher, producer, and literary agent, William Gladstone about the The Power of Positive Thinking – Interfaith 21st Century by Hasan Abdullah Ismaik for which Mr gladstone wrote the foreword. The book weaves spiritual wisdom from three different religions, bridging cultural beliefs and offering practical techniques to embrace optimism in a challenging world. Ruhani also discusses how positivity increases wellness, reduces stress, and contributes to a happy life. She even provides an homemade brownie recipe that will make you feel positively euphoric! Keerthi dives into the history of the original author of The Power of Positive Thinking, Norman Vincent Peale, a revolutionary thinker, theologist, and religious leader. Believe in yourself, take control of your life, change your attitude to gratitude, and practice positive thinking. Think positive. Be positive.
The way to happiness: Keep your heart free from hate, your mind from worry. Live simply, expect little, give much. Scatter sunshine, forget self, think of others. Try this for a week and you will be surprised.” - Norman Vincent Peale
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
BIO: William Gladstone is a best-selling author, literary agent, and publisher. He has worked with some of the most influential authors of our time, including Eckhart Tolle, Deepak Chopra, Neale Donald Walsch and Thom Hartman. He contributed to the creation of the first print-on-demand publishing company. William has also worked with prominent visionaries, including Tom Anderson, founder of Myspace; Peter Norton, founder of Norton Computing; and Linus Torvalds, creator of the Linux operating system. As an author, William has written ten books including Tapping the Source, The Golden Motorcycle Gang, Miracle Soul Healer, Be the Deal, How to Test Your Own Mental Health and The Twelve. William has served on the boards of public and private companies. He attended Yale College and earned a graduate degree in cultural anthropology from Harvard University. He resides in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California with his wife Gayle. www.williamgladstone.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
•
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140657/the-power-of-positive-thinking
Intellectual Disabilities and Women's HEalth Empowerment
Host Keerthi launches the program with a description of intellectual disabilities. “According to the American Psychiatric Association, intellectual disabilities affect intellectual and adaptive functioning, which means that individuals with intellectual disabilities generally struggle with critical thinking and learning (the intellectual part) and living daily life as an independent human being (the adaptive part). Approximately 1% of the population is affected.” Down Syndrome is one of many genetic syndromes that cause intellectual disabilities. She interviews author Melissa Hart with her newest novel, Daisy Woodworm Changes the World, about a 13-year-old track star, Daisy, who decides to help her brother, Sorrel--who has Down syndrome and adores Special Olympics and men’s fashion--fulfill his dream of becoming a YouTube influencer. Melissa based parts of the book on her life with her brother and provides practical advice for young people to write and get published. Keerthi moves on to the topic of women’s health and empowerment with teen guest, Sanya Somani, an avid youth changemaker passionate about entrepreneurship and social advocacy. Sanya co-founded a nonprofit organization, HealthForHER, that is dedicated to helping provide necessary health and educational resources for underserved women and their families. Using our voices and actions, we learned that anybody, regardless of who they are, can make a difference in today's world.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
BIO: Melissa Hart
Oregon journalist Melissa Hart is the author of the middle-grade novels Daisy Woodworm Changes the World, and Avenging the Owl, as well as Better with Books: 500 Diverse Books to Ignite Empathy and Encourage Self-Acceptance in Tweens and Teens. She grew up near Los Angeles with her brother who has Down syndrome, and she taught people with intellectual and disabilities for several years before moving to Oregon to write full-time. Her essays and articles have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Smithsonian, CNN, Nat Geo Kids, and numerous other publications. In her free time, she loves to hike, bike, kayak, run, and hang out with her husband, teen daughter, and four cats, four chickens, and one very patient rescued terrier. She loves Ben and Jerry’s Mint Chocolate Cookie ice cream, and she loves searching Pacific Northwest forests for mushrooms--just don’t make her eat them! www.melissahart.com Instagram/Twitter/TikTok @WildMelissaHart
BIO: Sanya Somani
Sanya Somani, a junior at Phoenix Country Day School. She is passionate about social advocacy, business/entrepreneurship, and fitness. Sanya enjoys traveling, athletics, and the arts.She co-founded a nonprofit organization, HealthForHER, that is dedicated to helping provide necessary health and educational resources for underserved women and their families. Her organizational and leadership skills have guided HealthForHER to an international scale with ambassadors in five countries. In addition, Sanya is a member of the National Charity League’s Camelback Chapter, in which she has served many leadership roles such as president, tea chair, and nominating committee member. Through this, she continues to further her passion for social advocacy by volunteering and coordinating numerous charity events. In her free time, Sanya enjoys traveling, fitness, and the arts.Instagram - @healthfor.her https://www.health-for-her.org/
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140527/intellectual-disabilities-and-womens-health-empowerment
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
BIO: Melissa Hart
Oregon journalist Melissa Hart is the author of the middle-grade novels Daisy Woodworm Changes the World, and Avenging the Owl, as well as Better with Books: 500 Diverse Books to Ignite Empathy and Encourage Self-Acceptance in Tweens and Teens. She grew up near Los Angeles with her brother who has Down syndrome, and she taught people with intellectual and disabilities for several years before moving to Oregon to write full-time. Her essays and articles have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Smithsonian, CNN, Nat Geo Kids, and numerous other publications. In her free time, she loves to hike, bike, kayak, run, and hang out with her husband, teen daughter, and four cats, four chickens, and one very patient rescued terrier. She loves Ben and Jerry’s Mint Chocolate Cookie ice cream, and she loves searching Pacific Northwest forests for mushrooms--just don’t make her eat them! www.melissahart.com Instagram/Twitter/TikTok @WildMelissaHart
BIO: Sanya Somani
Sanya Somani, a junior at Phoenix Country Day School. She is passionate about social advocacy, business/entrepreneurship, and fitness. Sanya enjoys traveling, athletics, and the arts.She co-founded a nonprofit organization, HealthForHER, that is dedicated to helping provide necessary health and educational resources for underserved women and their families. Her organizational and leadership skills have guided HealthForHER to an international scale with ambassadors in five countries. In addition, Sanya is a member of the National Charity League’s Camelback Chapter, in which she has served many leadership roles such as president, tea chair, and nominating committee member. Through this, she continues to further her passion for social advocacy by volunteering and coordinating numerous charity events. In her free time, Sanya enjoys traveling, fitness, and the arts.Instagram - @healthfor.her https://www.health-for-her.org/
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140527/intellectual-disabilities-and-womens-health-empowerment
11-20-22 Thanksgiving Gratitude
No matter what the situation is...close your eyes and think of all the things in your life you could be grateful for right now." — Deepak Chopra
Is there any holiday better than Thanksgiving? Not only is it a time to eat all our favorite foods, but it is also a time to express our gratitude for living. Keerthi hosts this holiday favorite and surprisingly she is not a fan of Thanksgiving food because she is a vegetarian. But she is a believer in appreciation and thankfulness and offers several quotes to ignite our gratefulness. She interviews Kirpa and Nihal Gill who testify that Thanksgiving is their favorite holiday. They share their family traditions and meal preparations. Spending time with their extended family is the highlight. Kirpa provides some historical context to the holiday while Nihal encourages others to volunteer to help others less fortunate during the holiday season. Alix, our resident restaurant reviewer and foodie talks about the favorite part of the Thanksgiving meal…dessert and offers three places to buy the best pies and cakes. Alix makes our mouth water with her divine descriptions of the buttery crusts and creamy fillings. Keerthi is humorous, as always, with her wacky comments and fun improvisational tone.
Remember to perceive the privilege you have this Thanksgiving, because someone out there will always have less than you! Be grateful!
From all of us at Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio, we wish you a very happy, healthy, and hearty Thanksgiving. We are GRATEFUL for you!
Gratitude is one of the most powerful human emotions. Once expressed, it changes attitude, brightens outlook, and broadens our perspective.— Germany Kent
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140324/thanksgiving-gratitude
Is there any holiday better than Thanksgiving? Not only is it a time to eat all our favorite foods, but it is also a time to express our gratitude for living. Keerthi hosts this holiday favorite and surprisingly she is not a fan of Thanksgiving food because she is a vegetarian. But she is a believer in appreciation and thankfulness and offers several quotes to ignite our gratefulness. She interviews Kirpa and Nihal Gill who testify that Thanksgiving is their favorite holiday. They share their family traditions and meal preparations. Spending time with their extended family is the highlight. Kirpa provides some historical context to the holiday while Nihal encourages others to volunteer to help others less fortunate during the holiday season. Alix, our resident restaurant reviewer and foodie talks about the favorite part of the Thanksgiving meal…dessert and offers three places to buy the best pies and cakes. Alix makes our mouth water with her divine descriptions of the buttery crusts and creamy fillings. Keerthi is humorous, as always, with her wacky comments and fun improvisational tone.
Remember to perceive the privilege you have this Thanksgiving, because someone out there will always have less than you! Be grateful!
From all of us at Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio, we wish you a very happy, healthy, and hearty Thanksgiving. We are GRATEFUL for you!
Gratitude is one of the most powerful human emotions. Once expressed, it changes attitude, brightens outlook, and broadens our perspective.— Germany Kent
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140324/thanksgiving-gratitude
11-13-22 Farming and Food
"My grandfather used to say that once in your life you need a doctor, a lawyer, a policeman, and a preacher. But every day, three times a day, you need a farmer." - Brenda Schoepp
As humans we need to eat. What we eat can sustain us and provide ultimate enjoyment. Keerthi and Rose host this delicious program showcasing produce, farming, and food. Two foodie friends, Rose and Alix describe their tasting menu experience at Eleven Madison Park, a three Michelin star restaurant in Manhattan, that transformed its concept to a totally plant-based menu in 2021. They describe each item of the fifteen-course meal and the fascinating tour of the kitchen. The second guest is Cynthia Brian who grew up on a farm and still grows most of her own food. She talks about her newest book, No Barnyard Bullies, that chronicles true stories of her menagerie of adopted critters on her farm. (Available at www.CynthiaBrian.com) Cynthia responds to Keerthi’s questions about growing mushrooms and Rose’s questions about what vegetables can be planted now and what fruits are ripe. Our A.I. Reporter, Kevin Choo joins the team to offer his information on how A.I. both directly and indirectly benefits farmers. Modern drones and sensors can efficiently and quickly gather data about all the different factors that go into crop yield, ranging from simple things like the weather to more complicated and in-depth things like nutrient distribution in the soil, how much fertilizer has been given, and the moisture in the air and soil to give a probably precise measurement of how much you’ll get out of one harvest. If you love to eat, consider growing some of your food. It’s easy, healthy, and fun!
Bon appetite!
Showcasing the produce.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140218/farming-and-food
As humans we need to eat. What we eat can sustain us and provide ultimate enjoyment. Keerthi and Rose host this delicious program showcasing produce, farming, and food. Two foodie friends, Rose and Alix describe their tasting menu experience at Eleven Madison Park, a three Michelin star restaurant in Manhattan, that transformed its concept to a totally plant-based menu in 2021. They describe each item of the fifteen-course meal and the fascinating tour of the kitchen. The second guest is Cynthia Brian who grew up on a farm and still grows most of her own food. She talks about her newest book, No Barnyard Bullies, that chronicles true stories of her menagerie of adopted critters on her farm. (Available at www.CynthiaBrian.com) Cynthia responds to Keerthi’s questions about growing mushrooms and Rose’s questions about what vegetables can be planted now and what fruits are ripe. Our A.I. Reporter, Kevin Choo joins the team to offer his information on how A.I. both directly and indirectly benefits farmers. Modern drones and sensors can efficiently and quickly gather data about all the different factors that go into crop yield, ranging from simple things like the weather to more complicated and in-depth things like nutrient distribution in the soil, how much fertilizer has been given, and the moisture in the air and soil to give a probably precise measurement of how much you’ll get out of one harvest. If you love to eat, consider growing some of your food. It’s easy, healthy, and fun!
Bon appetite!
Showcasing the produce.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140218/farming-and-food
11-6-22 Misogyny Online and Debate
“We are volcanoes. When we women offer our experience as truth, as human truth, all the maps change. There are new mountains.” — Ursula K. LeGuin
The increase in technology and social media, has led to the rise of misogyny online - a dangerous, vile problem that has infiltrated almost every corner of the internet. Hannah and Keerthi host this program about equality for women. Hannah discusses a major problem that has infiltrated almost every corner of the internet…misogyny. She discusses the link between discrimination, violent extremism, and social inequity that arises as a result of misogyny, threats, and targeted violence online towards women from men. This program takes an in depth look at the hatred and resentment of women from many supremist-thinking males from all parts of the world who believe in rape culture and violence towards women. Keerthi lightens up the conversation as usual with humor and then segues into females in debate. Although subtle, female debaters are judged because of their gender. Debate, and speech in general, is male-dominated with male domination in politics. Restrictions on hate speech and violent content must be regulated. Speak up. Support women and women’s rights, and fight against misogyny. We are all human beings and deserve to be treated equally.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140106/misogyny-online-and-debate
10-30-22 Halloween and Great L.A. Restaurants
EY-10-26-22 broadcasts 10-30-22
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140013/halloween-and-great-la-restaurants
Halloween and Great L.A. Restaurants
It’s that time of year where children everywhere dress up in costumes and go door-to-door trick or treating in search of candy. Host Sharanya talks about her Halloween plans and shares one of her original poems. She then offers listeners a real treat when she introduces our newest reporter, Alix Erlij, who is a true teen foodie. Her new segment is called Diner’s on Board, where she will discuss restaurants and food from around the globe. Halloween was the beginning of Alix’s food journey and she skillfully provides suggestions for three fabulous restaurants in Los Angeles where the food is superb and the atmosphere is spooky, yet cozy. Your mouth will be watering with her descriptions of these beloved eateries. Alix and Sharanya also discuss their favorite candy as well as what candy is grossly overrated and underrated. With these fun and delicious description, flights may be full on Halloween to Los Angeles. Trick or Treat!
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
Bio:
Alix Erlij is a senior in high school in Los Angeles who loves all things food! She operates a restaurant review blog and Instagram account called "Sweet and Savory LA" and works at AOC, a well-known farm-to-table restaurant. She also is a volunteer for CCAP, Careers Through Culinary Arts, the managing editor of her school's newspaper, the leader of a feminist club at her school, and the captain of her water polo team. Alix hopes to share the importance of food and doesn't hold back any of her strong-willed opinions about restaurants! Her segment is called, Diners on Board!
•
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140013/halloween-and-great-la-restaurants
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140013/halloween-and-great-la-restaurants
Halloween and Great L.A. Restaurants
It’s that time of year where children everywhere dress up in costumes and go door-to-door trick or treating in search of candy. Host Sharanya talks about her Halloween plans and shares one of her original poems. She then offers listeners a real treat when she introduces our newest reporter, Alix Erlij, who is a true teen foodie. Her new segment is called Diner’s on Board, where she will discuss restaurants and food from around the globe. Halloween was the beginning of Alix’s food journey and she skillfully provides suggestions for three fabulous restaurants in Los Angeles where the food is superb and the atmosphere is spooky, yet cozy. Your mouth will be watering with her descriptions of these beloved eateries. Alix and Sharanya also discuss their favorite candy as well as what candy is grossly overrated and underrated. With these fun and delicious description, flights may be full on Halloween to Los Angeles. Trick or Treat!
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
Bio:
Alix Erlij is a senior in high school in Los Angeles who loves all things food! She operates a restaurant review blog and Instagram account called "Sweet and Savory LA" and works at AOC, a well-known farm-to-table restaurant. She also is a volunteer for CCAP, Careers Through Culinary Arts, the managing editor of her school's newspaper, the leader of a feminist club at her school, and the captain of her water polo team. Alix hopes to share the importance of food and doesn't hold back any of her strong-willed opinions about restaurants! Her segment is called, Diners on Board!
•
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/140013/halloween-and-great-la-restaurants
10/23/22 VOTE VOTE VOTE
The midterm elections are approaching and our Express Yourself!™ teens, hosts Ruhani and Keerthi and reporter Kevin have important thoughts to be considered. Keerthi starts the segment in her usual humorous monologue talks about democracy and voting through the debate lens. Ruhani focuses on the 19th amendment and our rights to vote, giving us a history lesson worth listening to. Our A.I. afficionado, Kevin, discusses how A. I. plays a role in the voting process and candidates who have used A.I. to their advantage. None of the Express Yourself!™ teens are old enough to vote yet the are well-informed, do their research, and encourage everyone who is old enough to vote to register. Every vote counts. Make sure to study the ballot and vote for the people, policies, and programs that will benefit the majority of Americans, regardless of party affiliation. VOTE! Your vote matters.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/139927/votevotevote
10-16-22 College Apps: What Admissions Officers Seek in Applications with Dr. Don Martin
If you are working on college admissions or are interested in knowing what admissions officers at universities are seeking in a prospective student, this episode of Express Yourself!™ is a must listen. Ruhani, a high school senior, and Keerthi, an eighth grader, interview the eternally knowledgeable and down-to-earth Dr. Don Martin, former Dean of Admissions/Financial Aid, and Dean of Students at Columbia University, The University of Chicago, Northwestern University, and Wheaton College. Dr. Don wrote the book Road Map for Graduate Study: A Guide for Prospective Graduate Students and shares his years of experience and expertise with our hosts. He answers a plethora of questions ranging from what the biggest mistakes applicants make to when is the best time to start thinking about applying to colleges. Dr. Don emphasizes the importance of authenticity, truthfulness, and busts the myth about colleges looking for the “perfect” student. Ruhani peppers the conversation with questions every teen applicant wants to know such as how critical are SAT and ACT scores, the importance of recommendations, and how to write an excellent essay. Keerthi provides another humorous segment with Nerd Extraordinaire talking about facets of debate and how as a 13 year-old eighth grader she knows absolutely nothing about college admissions! Enjoy the show and learn!
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
Bio: Dr. Don Martin
Dr. Don Martin, a former columnist for US NEWS & World Report Magazine, spent 28 years in graduate enrollment and student services. He was Dean of Admissions/Financial Aid and Dean of Students at Columbia University, The University of Chicago, Northwestern University, and Wheaton College (IL) He earned an earned master’s degree (1983) and Ph.D. (1995) Dr. Don wrote and published Road Map for Graduate Study: A Guide for Prospective Graduate Students in 2008 (2nd edition in 2018) as well as an International Student supplement for Road Map. He has coached over 600 undergraduate and graduate school applicants in the past 14 years, with a 97% acceptance rate and over $16 million in scholarship funding. Dr. don Martin is renowned around the world for his authentic and caring work with students. He has made presentations throughout North America, Europe, and Asia to help students understand the admissions process. https://gradschoolroadmap.com
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
• https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/139786/college-apps-what-admissions-officers-seek-in-applications
•
10-9-22 Encouraging the Arts with Illustrator, Jensen Russell
Maggie hosts an hour of celebrating the arts with special guest artist and illustrator, Jensen Russell. Jensen illustrated the new children’s picture book authored by Cynthia Brian, No Barnyard Bullies and will be illustrating forthcoming books in the series, Stella Bella’s Barnyard Adventures. (https://www.StarStyleStore.net) She says she has always been an artist beginning as a little girl doodling and encourages teens to pursue creative endeavors. After high school she took a gap year before deciding to attend art school at SCAD to follow her artistic passion. Being authentic, original, and using vivid colors are critical to her success. Based on characters in No Barnyard Bullies, Jensen created NFT art that is available through the StarStyle NFT Community. (https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com)
Sharanya, the reporter for the Scribble which is focused on encouraging teens to be more interested in literature, shares different forms of literature including spoken word poetry and instapoetry. Nerd Extraordinaire Keerthi, continues the use of humor to encourage art forms through painting story. She discusses three of her favorite books that share the immortality of art.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
Bio: Jensen Russell: Illustrator
Jensen Russel, Illustrator
Jensen is an illustrator based out of Savannah, Georgia. No Barnyard Bullies by Cynthia Brian is the first children’s picture book she has illustrated. She is currently finishing her last year as a student at Savannah College of Art and Design working towards a BFA in Illustration with a concentration in Publication. She currently works within children's book illustration and editorial/commercial freelance. She has always had a taste for the strange and unusual and strives to incorporate this into her art in a way that is comforting and touches upon inner-child healing. Her goal in my art is to exaggerate the human experience and encourage others to feel emotions all the way through.
instagram @nowherejen
Buy No Barnyard Bullies: http://starstylestore.net
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/139697/encouraging-the-arts-with-illustrator-jensen-russell
Sharanya, the reporter for the Scribble which is focused on encouraging teens to be more interested in literature, shares different forms of literature including spoken word poetry and instapoetry. Nerd Extraordinaire Keerthi, continues the use of humor to encourage art forms through painting story. She discusses three of her favorite books that share the immortality of art.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com
Bio: Jensen Russell: Illustrator
Jensen Russel, Illustrator
Jensen is an illustrator based out of Savannah, Georgia. No Barnyard Bullies by Cynthia Brian is the first children’s picture book she has illustrated. She is currently finishing her last year as a student at Savannah College of Art and Design working towards a BFA in Illustration with a concentration in Publication. She currently works within children's book illustration and editorial/commercial freelance. She has always had a taste for the strange and unusual and strives to incorporate this into her art in a way that is comforting and touches upon inner-child healing. Her goal in my art is to exaggerate the human experience and encourage others to feel emotions all the way through.
instagram @nowherejen
Buy No Barnyard Bullies: http://starstylestore.net
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/139697/encouraging-the-arts-with-illustrator-jensen-russell
10-2-22 Femicide and Publishing
In today’s episode of Express Yourself!, hosts Hannah and Ruhani delve into serious topics such as feminism and misogyny. Hannah explains the rise of femicide and how sexist media has contributed to these rates. In the next segment, Ruhani goes into detail about the merger of publishing houses and how it can lead to limiting diverse voices in literature. Our hosts ran out of time before they can go more in depth about the rise of dangerous misogynistic podcasters, so stay tuned!
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
• Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/139580/femicide-and-publishing
9-25-22 Corporate Exploitation and Gentrification
Why are the policies and ethics of business so important? What exactly goes into the products we are buying? Hannah Sahota, the 17-year-old founder of the charitable organization Hannah’s Project, passionate tutor and activist, and today’s host of Express Yourself! Teen Radio tackles the topic of corporate policy, promises, and their effects on our society. Unethical business practices have recently skyrocketed in the makeup, wig, and clothing industry, perpetuating child and slave labor worldwide. The lack of transparency makes it hard for ethical consumption in chain corporations, and this sentiment is similar for many recent climate claims. Hannah shows how many popular corporations may not be so “eco-friendly” or ethical as they appear. With recent data and studies, Hannah illustrates which companies are fulfilling their ambitious promises displayed to the public, and those who are just greenwashing: She also discusses gentrification, an ever-increasing economic issue contributing to classism and large corporations. Residents and small businesses are being forced out due to higher rent, coercion and bribery, and evictions in favor of their more affluent counterparts. We, as customers, deserve to know what we are buying, where it comes from, and how it affects us! It is our responsibility to fight against unethical business practices and claims as the consumer, so awareness is key! Advocate for more corporate transparency and public awareness, as it is becoming an ever-increasing necessity with recent events.
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/139472/corporate-exploitation-and-gentrification
• Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/139472/corporate-exploitation-and-gentrification
9-18-22 A World of Drought-the Importance of Water
Why is water so important? About 71 percent of the Earth's surface is water-covered, and the oceans hold about 96.5 percent of all Earth's water. Water also exists in the air as water vapor, in rivers and lakes, in icecaps and glaciers, in the ground as soil moisture and in aquifers, and in humans and animals. Hosts Rose and Hannah talk with reporters Sharanya, Kirpa, and Nihal about the meaning of H2O. Sharanya reads an original poem, Kirpa discusses public health, Nihal reports on droughts and how to minimize water usage, while Rose and Hannah have a conversation about the extreme effects of climate change and global warming. No one can deny that our planet is warming and our glaciers, rivers, and lakes are diminishing. We must ALL do our part to save our world and all humanity. Without water, everything on Earth perishes.
• Follow us:
• https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
· Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
· https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/139328/world-of-drought-the-importance-of-water
• Follow us:
• https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio
• https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/
• https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/
· Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
· https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/139328/world-of-drought-the-importance-of-water
9/20-12/27/2020 Express Yourself! Guests
Every week, our Express Yourself!™ Star Teens bring you a stimulating,
mind-bending, original program based on a chapter from our
Click on Photo for description of episode
12-25-20 Christmas and Puppies
It’s a wonderful time of the year! Despite the challenges of 2020, we have so much to be grateful for. Hosts Andrea Smith and Arjin Claire talk with reporter, Nihal Gill as he shares how, after their beloved dog was killed, they adopted a rescue puppy which brought them great joy. Dog trainer and author of 101 Rescue Puppies-One Family’s Story of Fostering Dogs, Love, and Trust, Kathy Callahan, describes the sheer bliss of being a foster family for dogs and puppies. Kathy offers great advice on how to help pandemic puppies get used to being alone sometimes. Because of stay-at-home mandates, dogs are accustomed to having their human packs with then 24/7. This energetic dog-lover guides us through the delicious family puppy connection. What a gift! The hosts wrap up this entertaining episode with Cynthia Brian’s chapter, The Gift of Giving from the book, Be the Star You Are!® 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference, which chronicles how her family’s rescue puppy became the greatest Christmas gifts. (https://www.CynthiaBrian.com) Celebrate the holidays with giving, gratitude, and puppies! Make a tax-deductible donation to Be the Star You Are!® charity. (https://www.BetheStarYouAre.org) through through PAYPAL GIVING FUND and PAYPAL with 100% going to BTSYA with NO FEES: https://www.paypal.com/fundraiser/charity/1504
Bio: Kathy Callahan
Kathy Callahan is a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) living in Alexandria, Virginia. She loves to coach people and their puppies into a great pack life. Her family continues to foster puppies amid their own furry pack. Over the past decade, Kathy Callahan’s family has taken in more than a hundred rescue puppies. The delightful photo-filled book, 101 Rescue Puppies-One Family’s Story of Fostering Dogs, Love, and Trust, features the wonderful stories that emerged as these foster pups were suddenly surrounded by a nurturing family complete with patient adult dogs and curious cats. With a gift for capturing the moment in both words and images, Callahan brings readers inside the poignant and ultimately uplifting work of fostering. This inspiring read is indeed about puppies, but it’s also about family and human connection. It’s about finding your own way — through that one special thing you can do to light a candle, instead of cursing the darkness.
www.PuppyPicks.com.
https://www.puppypicks.com/puppy-training-videos
Instagram: puppy.picks
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127198/gratitude-giving-holidays-and-puppies
Bio: Kathy Callahan
Kathy Callahan is a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) living in Alexandria, Virginia. She loves to coach people and their puppies into a great pack life. Her family continues to foster puppies amid their own furry pack. Over the past decade, Kathy Callahan’s family has taken in more than a hundred rescue puppies. The delightful photo-filled book, 101 Rescue Puppies-One Family’s Story of Fostering Dogs, Love, and Trust, features the wonderful stories that emerged as these foster pups were suddenly surrounded by a nurturing family complete with patient adult dogs and curious cats. With a gift for capturing the moment in both words and images, Callahan brings readers inside the poignant and ultimately uplifting work of fostering. This inspiring read is indeed about puppies, but it’s also about family and human connection. It’s about finding your own way — through that one special thing you can do to light a candle, instead of cursing the darkness.
www.PuppyPicks.com.
https://www.puppypicks.com/puppy-training-videos
Instagram: puppy.picks
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127198/gratitude-giving-holidays-and-puppies
12-20-20 Home for the Holidays with Express Yourself!
Express Yourself!® teen radio host, Andrea Smith relives happy memories of Christmas’s past with traditions from her Argentinian and Scottish families. Christmas is her favorite time of the year and she shares her excitement with the world. The Gift of Magic from Cynthia Brian’s book, Be the Star You Are! 999 Gifts of Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference, is read bringing the wonder and awe of this blessed season to life. Andrea is joined by reporter Jonathan Jackson in a lively conversation about the holiday, food, songs, family, customs, and gifts. As BTSYA’s kindness coordinator, Karen Kitchel says, “The gifts we tend to remember are those which are wrapped with love.” Wishing everyone a very happy, healthy, and memorable Christmas. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Giving you the gift of love!
Wishing you a very Merry and Healthy Christmas from our Star Team.
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127594/home-for-the-holidays-with-express-yourself-teen-radio
Wishing you a very Merry and Healthy Christmas from our Star Team.
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127594/home-for-the-holidays-with-express-yourself-teen-radio
12-13-20 Self-Acceptance with Laura Stegman
Self-acceptance is recognizing who we are. Hosts Andrea Smith and Siri Phaneendra talk with reporter Jack Pawlakos about refocusing thoughts and energy on our uniqueness, special skills, talents, and abilities to develop personal self-acceptance. The hosts interview publicist and author, Laura Segal Stegman with her middle grade debut novel, Summer of L.U.C.K. about three kids finding their way to self-acceptance with the help of a ghost who haunts a magical carnival. Laura shares the perseverance it took to bring this novel to publication during 18 years of creation. She was inspired by a few of her favorite books from middle school. The novel helps young people find their voices. A final discussion about self-esteem and the role of social media ensues. Be who you are. There is only one you. Be the Star you were born to be!
“We accept the love we think we deserve.” Stephen Chbosky
BIO: LAURA SEGAL STEGMAN:
Laura Segal Stegman is a Los Angeles-based arts publicist and author whose middle grade debut novel, Summer of L.U.C.K., will be published in September 2020 by INtense Publications, followed by a sequel in 2021. Laura's non-fiction credits include collaboration on the travel book Only in New York, and her feature stories have appeared in the Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Magazine, Westways Magazine and Christian Science Monitor, among others. A long-time publicity consultant, she owns Laura Segal Stegman Public Relations, LLC, which has represented a wide-ranging client list of businesses, arts organizations and non-profit events over the years. She is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of UC Irvine with a B.A. in Drama and lives with her husband in West L.A. and part-time in New York City. She loves reading, L.A. Dodgers baseball, classical music and theater. LauraStegman.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LauraStegman
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura_stegman/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraSegalStegmanAuthor/
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127453/self-acceptance
“We accept the love we think we deserve.” Stephen Chbosky
BIO: LAURA SEGAL STEGMAN:
Laura Segal Stegman is a Los Angeles-based arts publicist and author whose middle grade debut novel, Summer of L.U.C.K., will be published in September 2020 by INtense Publications, followed by a sequel in 2021. Laura's non-fiction credits include collaboration on the travel book Only in New York, and her feature stories have appeared in the Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Magazine, Westways Magazine and Christian Science Monitor, among others. A long-time publicity consultant, she owns Laura Segal Stegman Public Relations, LLC, which has represented a wide-ranging client list of businesses, arts organizations and non-profit events over the years. She is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of UC Irvine with a B.A. in Drama and lives with her husband in West L.A. and part-time in New York City. She loves reading, L.A. Dodgers baseball, classical music and theater. LauraStegman.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LauraStegman
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura_stegman/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraSegalStegmanAuthor/
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127453/self-acceptance
12-6-20 Writing, Journaling, and Humanities+
Writing and journaling increases motivation and reduces stress. Host Andrea Smith and reporter Jack Pawlakos discuss the benefits of getting thoughts on the page. Andrea then interviews brother/sister founders of Humanities+, Ryan and Sidney Suh who have created an online journal that releases seasonal issues on a quarterly basis. The + symbol represents the foundational goal, which is to foster constructive discussions that transcend the traditional divides between the Humanities and STEM fields. Humanities+ serves as a destination for readers seeking integrity, quality, and global perspectives. The chapter, The Gift of Writing penned by author by Daniel M. Wong from Cynthia’ Brian’s book, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World ignites the reasoning that writing is an escape that heals the spirit and provides solace in the most unexpected ways.
Bio: Ryan and Sidney Suh
Ryan and Sidney Suh are the Founders and Editors-in-Chief of the Humanities+ Journal. Ryan is currently a senior at Cate School, where he is the Senior Columnist for the school newspaper, El Batidor, and a class representative for the student body government. He is also a published writer and enjoys playing squash in his free time. Sidney is currently a junior at Cate School. Outside of the classroom, she is the founder and leader of an international science fiction and historical fiction book club. In her spare time, she loves to play the euphonium and conduct interdisciplinary university-level research. To find more information, you can visit www.hplusjournal.com or find Humanities+ on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/humanities-plus-journal.
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127324/writing-journaling-and-humanities
Bio: Ryan and Sidney Suh
Ryan and Sidney Suh are the Founders and Editors-in-Chief of the Humanities+ Journal. Ryan is currently a senior at Cate School, where he is the Senior Columnist for the school newspaper, El Batidor, and a class representative for the student body government. He is also a published writer and enjoys playing squash in his free time. Sidney is currently a junior at Cate School. Outside of the classroom, she is the founder and leader of an international science fiction and historical fiction book club. In her spare time, she loves to play the euphonium and conduct interdisciplinary university-level research. To find more information, you can visit www.hplusjournal.com or find Humanities+ on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/humanities-plus-journal.
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127324/writing-journaling-and-humanities
11-22-20 Fashion, Acting, and Modeling with SuperModel, Eugenia Kuzmina
If you enjoy fashion, modeling, acting, and comedy, this is the episode you won’t want to miss. Maggie Campione provides historical info on how fashion started as protection and can inspire systemic change and connection. Hosts Siri Phaneendra and Andrea Smith discuss what fashion means to them and they interview Russian-American supermodel, actress, and comedian, Eugenia Kuzmina about her exciting life and career. Eugenia is energetic and engaging as she reminisces about world modeling tours, Paris Fashion Week, acting jobs, and her newest endeavor, stand-up comedy. Taking care of oneself, exercising, and eating correctly are critical elements to a life on the fast track. Eugenia offers career advice encouraging listeners to not listen to the naysayers and to express your inner dreams with authenticity and passion. To be successful, be grateful and be yourself. Wise words!
BIO: Eugenia Kuzmina
Eugenia Kuzmina is a Russian-American actress, comedian, and model. Her father was a renowned nuclear physicist, who was one of the first responders to the Chernobyl disaster. Her mother is a former scientist and a housewife. Eugenia grew up on food lines in Post Soviet time. She was training to be a professional ice skater when at 13 years old she was pulled out from a group of kids in her school to appear in a Russian version of SNL "Eralash." She was then cast to appear in Chuck Norris film, but couldn't leave the country due to visa issues. After appearing in commercials for Coca Cola, L'Oréal and Wrigleys in Moscow, for which she was paid more than her scientist's dad, she was noticed by a scout at Nathalie Models Europe. She signed a contract and moved to Paris at 15 to work with such brands as Cartier, Dior, Armani, Hermes, Loreal, Vogue among many others...
After Ford Models, then IMG resigned her contract and moved her to the US, she was noticed by Rodrigo Prieto (cinematographer "Wolf Of Wall Street," "Babel") to appear in his directorial debut opposite Elle Fanning "Likeness." The movie was screened at Tribeca Film Festival and received excellent reviews. John Turturro cast Eugenia to play opposite him in a film with Woody Allen "Fading Gigolo." Recently Eugenia worked opposite Bill Murray in "Rock The Kasbah", Milla Kunis and Christina Applegate in "Bad Moms ", Guy Ritchie's " The Gentlemen ". Eugenia's Tv credits include " Spy City ", "True Blood," "New Girl," "Castle," "The Comeback," "Lady Dynamite"," Tour De Pharmacy ", etc
Eugenia is very passionate about comedy and writes and performs Stand Up regularly at The Comedy Store and The Laugh Factory. Her other hobbies include motorcycles, doing her own stunts, languages (French, Portuguese) , and supporting environmental causes around the world.
Kuzmina resides in Los Angeles with her husband Bill Block (Miramax CEO) and three children. http://www.eugenia-kuzmina.com/bio/
• https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4294308/bio?ref_=nm_ov_bio_sm
https://turkpr.net/eugenia-kuzmina/
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/127075/fashion-acting-and-modeling-with-supermodel-eugenia-kuzmina
11-15-20 Education and Careers with Mark Herschberg
Andrea Smith and Siri Phaneendra offer an informative episode about education and careers. In Trends without Ends, reporter Jack Pawlakos provides essential tips for students who are doing online-learning. For remote learning, make sure to take control of what you are able: get up at the same time, schedule your day, get noise-cancelling headphone, turn off phones, create a personal study space, take a break, and get outside to embrace nature. Most online courses from professional companies use the latest in technology to make the learning process most efficient. Be patient with teachers. The hosts interview Mark A. Herschberg, author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You. Networking, negotiating, communicating, leading, career planning—all skills critical to your career success. But did anyone ever teach them to you? The Career Toolkit will help you master these skills and yield outsized returns for your career and your income. It’s a multivitamin for your career! Mark emphasizes practice, practice, practice. He also talks about why online voting will never be safe plus a discussion on streaming. Reporter Jay Jackson of Jays Sports World talks basketball and informs us how education leads to growth, knowledge, skill, perseverance, and success in all realms of life. Education teaches patience, wisdom, and intelligence. He discusses the Lakers, basketball, and how the pandemic has affected his education.
Bio: Mark Herschberg is the author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You. From tracking criminals and terrorists on the dark web to creating marketplaces and new authentication systems, Mark has spent his career launching and developing new ventures at startups and Fortune 500s and in academia. He helped to start the Undergraduate Practice Opportunities Program, dubbed MIT’s “career success accelerator,” where he teaches annually. At MIT, he received a B.S. in physics, a B.S. in electrical engineering & computer science, and a M.Eng. in electrical engineering & computer science, focusing on cryptography. At Harvard Business School, Mark helped create a platform used to teach finance at prominent business schools.
• https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com
• https://twitter.com/CareerToolkitBk
• https://www.instagram.com/thecareertoolkit/
• https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerToolkitBook
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/hershey/
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126936/education-and-careers
Bio: Mark Herschberg is the author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You. From tracking criminals and terrorists on the dark web to creating marketplaces and new authentication systems, Mark has spent his career launching and developing new ventures at startups and Fortune 500s and in academia. He helped to start the Undergraduate Practice Opportunities Program, dubbed MIT’s “career success accelerator,” where he teaches annually. At MIT, he received a B.S. in physics, a B.S. in electrical engineering & computer science, and a M.Eng. in electrical engineering & computer science, focusing on cryptography. At Harvard Business School, Mark helped create a platform used to teach finance at prominent business schools.
• https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com
• https://twitter.com/CareerToolkitBk
• https://www.instagram.com/thecareertoolkit/
• https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerToolkitBook
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/hershey/
Listen at the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126936/education-and-careers
11-8-20 Individuality with Fred Misurella
“Be yourself, your only self, your greatest self! You already are a star!” Cynthia Brian
Research shows that people do not become high performers by imitating others but by being themselves. Host Andrea Smith interviews author Fred Misurella for his fourth book, A Pontiac in the Woods, about a teen girl who lives alone and discovers her plans for her future. In Trends without Ends, Jack Pawlakos focuses on individuality and what trends are in relationship to expressing who we are individuals and how digitization has changed the world. The Gift of Individuality from the book, Be the Star You Are! for Teens by Cynthia Brian is read by Andrea. High performance occurs when a person goes beyond their own expectations in ways that are unique to them, consistently and repeatedly. In other words, state your plan, then exceed it in every way. Proclaim your vision and your mission. You don’t have to live in the woods to express your individuality, but you do need to claim your unique talents and skills. Celebrate your individuality.
Bio: Fred Misurella
A Pontiac in the Woods is the fourth in Fred Misurella’s cycle of novels about the modern American family. Others are Only Sons, Arrangement in Black and White, and A Summer of Good-Byes. He has also written Lies to Live By: Stories, and Short Time, a novella about Vietnam. His literary journalism has appeared in The Christian Science Monitor, The New York Times Book Review, and other journals. His essays on Primo Levi appear in The Legacy of Primo Levi and Answering Auschwitz. He is the current book review editor for VIA (Voices in Italian Americana). A former Fulbright Scholar in France, he now lives with his wife and children in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Website: www.fredmisurella.com Facebook: www.faceboook.com/fred.misurella
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126812/individuality
10-25-20 Halloween-Salem's Witch, Tituba
Halloween is going to be very different during Covid-19. Host Arjin Claire talks with teen reporters Maggie Campione and Nihal Gill to find out what plans they have to celebrate in a safe, yet fun environment. They discuss costumes, candy, alternative ways to trick or treat, and offer historical background to the Halloween holidays. Author of Tituba, The Intentional Witch of Salem, Dave Tamanini, provides the backstory of the tragic 1692 Salem Witch Trials while adding a bit of magic and intrigue to his historical fantasy novel. Tituba, winner of the 2020 Afro American Historical and Genealogical Society Fiction book award is about power, race, and morality. The villagers see witches and demons everywhere. Their ministers say the Devil has sent them to steal souls. With Dave’s guidance, we revisit Salem’s witch hunts in a provocative new retelling, just in time for a devilish, scary Halloween.
Bio: Dave Tamanini
Dave Tamanini lives in Pennsylvania. His life experiences, combined with a desire to entertain, shape his writing. As a former civil rights investigator, and an attorney for 30 years, he learned a lot about human strength, frailty… and hypocrisy.
Social issues and the ways we deal with them fascinate Dave. In Tituba he weaves a historical/fantasy novel with real-life characters to focus on our common human nature, the abuse of power, and injustice. The real-life Tituba was a tragic figure. An enslaved African, Tituba and her owner, Rev. Parris, are the key voices. But others play a role, too, including the children of Salem village. Overall, Tituba is a provocative retelling of motivations during the 1692 witch hunt madness with an added touch of magic. www.DaveTamaniniAuthor.com
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126523/halloween-and-tituba-the-intentional-witch-of-salem
10-18-2020 The Art of Perseverance
Perseverance is tenacity, persistence, better-than-average drive, holding firmly to beliefs, and never giving up. Think of a time in your childhood when you were incredibly stubborn. Applying that same level of resolution to adult activities practically guarantees success. Host Andrea Smith reads Cynthia Brian’s chapter, The Gift of Perseverance from her book, Be the Star You Are! 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference. Newest reporter Nihal Gill, encourages teens to turn off the screen, get up, and get moving. Even though it may be tempting to be a couch potato, it is very important to set up some sort of exercise regimen and always persevere and push yourself to feel great and healthy. Andrea interviews Judith Peck, an accomplished artist, sculptor, professor, and author of several books. They discuss two of her books, Sculpture as Experience, an excellent guide to creating sculpture and her new novel, Naked Under the Lights: A fascinating look at the world as artists perceive it—including the painful self-doubt and driving need to express the inexpressible. The takeaway.: “Persistence prevails when all else fails.”
Bio: Nihall Gill: Reporter: Spark the Interest
Nihal Gill, a sophomore at Turlock High School loves to play golf and is on the THS varsity golf team. His love for music is expressed through the piano, which he has been playing for the last 6 years. He loves to help people; and he has taken his love for robotics and created a non-profit called “Project Spark” to reach out to young elementary students to teach them STEM/Robotics through hands-on kits, coding, and incorporates the four aspects of STEM into his once a month community classes. He has been presented with an award from the Mayor of City of Ceres for “Outstanding Community Service.” When he found out about “Express Yourself Teen Radio,” he fell in love with the idea to be able to reach out to other teens his age and educate them on the hot topics for teens. He would love to spark an interest in topics that are important for health and wellness for teens all over the world. www.theprojectspark.org
Bio: Judith Peck
Judith Peck's sculptures are in 80 collections, including the Yale U. Gallery; Ghetto Fighters Museum, Israel and institutions nationally. Her work has been exhibited at the Intl. Biennial of Art, Malta, Natl. Academy Galleries, NY, Baltimore Museum; Pennsylvania Academy; Detroit Institute; New Jersey State Museum and universities including Yale, Columbia, Adelphi, Montclair, and Rutgers with works displayed on Dag Hammerskjold Plaza & Fordham, Lincoln Center in NYC and numerous sculpture parks. Invited proposals include Rutgers Law Library NJ; New City Jail NY; Somerset Financial Center NJ; North Palm Beach Library FL; Teaneck Centennial; and Saddle River Millennium, NJ. Dr. Peck is Professor Emerita of Art at Ramapo College of NJ. She holds a doctoral degree from New York U. and two master’s degrees in sculpture and art education from Teachers College, Columbia U. Peck is author of Sculpture as Experience; Art Activities for Mind and Imagination; Artistic Crafts: Inventive Creations with Cast-Offs and Leap to the Sun: Learning through Dynamic Play. Her parenting book, Smart Starts in the Arts, and picture book, Runaway Piggy Bank, received the Moms Choice Award for excellence in Children’s products. She has written 4 novels, Naked under the Lights to be released this October. Dr. Peck received the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award, 2020. http://www.iapbooks.com.
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126374/the-art-of-perseverance
Bio: Nihall Gill: Reporter: Spark the Interest
Nihal Gill, a sophomore at Turlock High School loves to play golf and is on the THS varsity golf team. His love for music is expressed through the piano, which he has been playing for the last 6 years. He loves to help people; and he has taken his love for robotics and created a non-profit called “Project Spark” to reach out to young elementary students to teach them STEM/Robotics through hands-on kits, coding, and incorporates the four aspects of STEM into his once a month community classes. He has been presented with an award from the Mayor of City of Ceres for “Outstanding Community Service.” When he found out about “Express Yourself Teen Radio,” he fell in love with the idea to be able to reach out to other teens his age and educate them on the hot topics for teens. He would love to spark an interest in topics that are important for health and wellness for teens all over the world. www.theprojectspark.org
Bio: Judith Peck
Judith Peck's sculptures are in 80 collections, including the Yale U. Gallery; Ghetto Fighters Museum, Israel and institutions nationally. Her work has been exhibited at the Intl. Biennial of Art, Malta, Natl. Academy Galleries, NY, Baltimore Museum; Pennsylvania Academy; Detroit Institute; New Jersey State Museum and universities including Yale, Columbia, Adelphi, Montclair, and Rutgers with works displayed on Dag Hammerskjold Plaza & Fordham, Lincoln Center in NYC and numerous sculpture parks. Invited proposals include Rutgers Law Library NJ; New City Jail NY; Somerset Financial Center NJ; North Palm Beach Library FL; Teaneck Centennial; and Saddle River Millennium, NJ. Dr. Peck is Professor Emerita of Art at Ramapo College of NJ. She holds a doctoral degree from New York U. and two master’s degrees in sculpture and art education from Teachers College, Columbia U. Peck is author of Sculpture as Experience; Art Activities for Mind and Imagination; Artistic Crafts: Inventive Creations with Cast-Offs and Leap to the Sun: Learning through Dynamic Play. Her parenting book, Smart Starts in the Arts, and picture book, Runaway Piggy Bank, received the Moms Choice Award for excellence in Children’s products. She has written 4 novels, Naked under the Lights to be released this October. Dr. Peck received the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award, 2020. http://www.iapbooks.com.
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126374/the-art-of-perseverance
10-11-2020: Public Speaking, Politics, Elections
The political atmosphere couldn’t be more polarized or polluted. The first Presidential debate was painful to watch with Trump being a bully, ignoring the moderator’s instructions, and never answering any of the questions. Hosts Andrea Smith and Siri Phaneendra delve into the world of public speaking as they interview author of Mastering the Art of Public Speaking, Michael J. Gelb. Mastering the Art of Public Speaking is a simple, powerful, practical approach to improving one’s public speaking in sales, leadership, and life. Michael said that the principles that help people be influenced by your words can be used for evil or good. Speaking can be manipulative. There is a saying in Hollywood and Washington, D.C.: “Sincerity is the key to success. And once you can fake that you have it made.” The candidates could use Michael’s help in clarifying and shaping a positive message that citizens want to hear. Jack Pawlakos discusses the trends Generation Z is experiencing in the political world of 2020. As a generation, Gen Z are the most digitally connected, with about 60% getting their news through social media. Gen Z plus Millennial voters will make up 37% of eligible voters in 2020. Andrea talks about the documentary The Social Dilemma which explores the human impact of social networking. She immediately deleted all of her social media accounts. Fake news travels faster than the truth, and the tools of social media could hack elections.
BIO: Michael J. Gelb
Michael J. Gelb is the world's leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development. He is a pioneer in the fields of creative thinking, accelerated learning, and innovative leadership. Michael leads seminars for organizations such as DuPont, Merck, Microsoft, Nike, Raytheon, and YPO. He brings more than thirty years of experience as a professional speaker, seminar leader, and organizational consultant to his diverse, international clientele. Michael is the author of twelve books on accelerated learning, creativity, and innovation, including the international bestseller How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci which has been translated into twenty-five languages and has appeared on the Washington Post, Amazon.com, and New York Times bestsellers lists. www.michaelgelb.com
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126244/public-speaking-politics-elections
BIO: Michael J. Gelb
Michael J. Gelb is the world's leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development. He is a pioneer in the fields of creative thinking, accelerated learning, and innovative leadership. Michael leads seminars for organizations such as DuPont, Merck, Microsoft, Nike, Raytheon, and YPO. He brings more than thirty years of experience as a professional speaker, seminar leader, and organizational consultant to his diverse, international clientele. Michael is the author of twelve books on accelerated learning, creativity, and innovation, including the international bestseller How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci which has been translated into twenty-five languages and has appeared on the Washington Post, Amazon.com, and New York Times bestsellers lists. www.michaelgelb.com
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel:
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126244/public-speaking-politics-elections
10-4-2020: Theatre and Multimedia with Producer, Terrence Patterson
Who doesn’t LOVE theatre? Hosts Arjin Claire and Andrea Smith dive into the world of theatre, webseries, and multimedia with an energetic interview with President and CEO of Paragon Multimedia, Terrence Patterson, who has created an entertaining web series, Half Past Jump Time. Recounting the real Roaring 20’s, Harlem Renaissance—Terrence recalls vivid memories of stories and experiences that painted an unforgettable picture by his beloved grandmother. He shares the details on the behind-the-scenes workings of producing and pitching with energy and passion. Maggie Campione, theatre actor and the newest reporter on the Express Yourself! team does a brilliant job of sharing the importance for society that theatre provides as people work with others from different perspectives for a common goal in her segment, The American Connection. Finally, Arjin Claire takes us back to the 5th century to highlight what has changed and what has stayed the same in live productions. Storytelling has evolved with modern innovations such as the internet, TVs, and screens allowing us to experience the same theater in a new way.
Bio: Terrence Patterson
President & CEO at Paragon Multimedia LLC Terrence Patterson…
The experience and journey of the Harlem Renaissance is everlasting with "Half Past Jump Time" series that are offering viewers more than a glimpse into the past... mixed with a flair of sci-fi and musical sizzle. Terrence has been allowing audiences to share a glimpse into a time mixed with incredible imagination and talent with his web series that is based on his grandmother’s stories during the Harlem Renaissance. This dramatic web series is part urban, sci-fi adventure as well as a dance/ entertainment spectacle. Available on Facebook, Vimeo, Amazon Prime Direct and www.halfpastjumptime.com.
Bio: Maggie Campione
Maggie Campione is the newest reporter to join the “Express Yourself” radio show. She is a seventh-grade student and passionate about theater, reading, public speaking and most importantly, helping others. Her segment is called “The American Connection.” where she will present stories about community connections and staying united during difficult times. https://www.expressyourselfteenradio.com
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126087/theatre-and-multimedia-with-producer-terrence-patterson
Bio: Terrence Patterson
President & CEO at Paragon Multimedia LLC Terrence Patterson…
The experience and journey of the Harlem Renaissance is everlasting with "Half Past Jump Time" series that are offering viewers more than a glimpse into the past... mixed with a flair of sci-fi and musical sizzle. Terrence has been allowing audiences to share a glimpse into a time mixed with incredible imagination and talent with his web series that is based on his grandmother’s stories during the Harlem Renaissance. This dramatic web series is part urban, sci-fi adventure as well as a dance/ entertainment spectacle. Available on Facebook, Vimeo, Amazon Prime Direct and www.halfpastjumptime.com.
Bio: Maggie Campione
Maggie Campione is the newest reporter to join the “Express Yourself” radio show. She is a seventh-grade student and passionate about theater, reading, public speaking and most importantly, helping others. Her segment is called “The American Connection.” where she will present stories about community connections and staying united during difficult times. https://www.expressyourselfteenradio.com
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/126087/theatre-and-multimedia-with-producer-terrence-patterson
9/27/20 Food, Cooking and a Celebrity Chef
Everyone loves to eat and how fun is it to have a show with a chef to the stars! Andrea Smith hosts and kicks off the program interviewing Trends without Ends reporter, Jack Pawlakos, about the food trends and influences for the year. Expect to devour crickets and also no waste wrappers. New Orleans celebrity chef Ryan Rondeno cooks up a feast of flavors while sharing his journey from culinary school to becoming a private chef for the rich and famous. His spices and menus are available for home delivery. Producer, Cynthia Brian, joins Andrea in the last segment to share the secret sugo from her family’s heirloom spaghetti. Cynthia encourages everyone to grow their own herbs and vegetables for the freshest, most delicious dishes. Are you hungry yet?
Bio: Ryan Rondeno
From a young age, Ryan was focused on one thing—sharpening his culinary repertoire. Training with some of the most legendary chefs, Ryan became a master at his trade with multicultural cuisine that speaks volumes among some of the most notable celebrities in the industry. From basic tips to insiders guide to being a celebrity private chef, Ryan's got it covered! Having cooked for Ashton Kutcher, Diddy, Ben Affleck, Will Smith, Common, Tyrese Gibson, Robert Smith, Xhibit, Mercedes-Benz, Lamborghini, Will McGinest, LA Philharmonic, and more, it’s no wonder why Chef Ryan Rondeno is taking the shaking up the restaurant industry with his line of cookbooks, spices and rubs, and bringing elegant dishes, bold flavor, and simple technique to the home front. He’s making his lavish recipes available to people across the U.S. as he offers some trade secrets, training through simple technique, tips and tricks, and revealing signature recipes for all ages. With a passion for French, Italian and Regional American Cuisine, his focus remains on local, sustainable cuisine with a strong emphasis on bold flavors—not to mention the love of New Orleans cuisine and fresh California flavors.
www.rondenoculinarydesigns.com
BIO
Cynthia Brian is a New York Times best-selling author of several books, TV/Radio personality/producer, lecturer, and enrichment coach specializing in acting, media, writing, speaking, and life success. Cynthia is the Founder and Executive Director of Be the Star You Are!® 501 c3 empowering women, families, and youth through increased literacy, improved positive media messages, and skills for living. Since 1998 she has produced and hosted the weekly upbeat, lifestyle international radio broadcast, StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!®. Cynthia created and produces the young adult radio show, Express Yourself!™ for the Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel. She writes for magazines, newspapers, and on-line sites. In her spare time, Cynthia can be found working in her garden or playing with her barnyard of adopted animals.www.CynthiaBrian.com
Listen at Voice America Network, Empowerment Channel: https://www.voiceamerica.com/show/2014/express-yourself