• “Wherever you go, no matter the weather, bring your own sunshine” – Anthony D’Angelo

Woohoo! It’s Spring Break! For young people and families, this is a favorite time of year to travel. Sharanya hosts a program full of fantastic ideas about where to go in the United States and what to do. From hidden gems to nature refuges to fun in the sun, Sharanya shares an experience for every taste. Sharanya wraps up with tips on using this free time to sharpen your writing skills—without making it feel like homework. From journaling, to letter writing, and writing stories, she brings fun ideas for adventures, prompts, books, and movies to help with creative writing and innovative thinking. Her advice is to try new things, play with words, and most importantly, have fun with it. Who knows? By the end of the break, you might have a new favorite hobby—or at least some hilarious stories to share! Whatever you do or wherever you go for spring break, have a blast! Happy Spring!

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• “Volunteering is at the very core of being a human. No one has made it through life without someone else’s help.” – Heather French Henry

Not all volunteer experiences are created equal. Julia hosts a program about teen volunteerism. Reporter, Armine, joins the conversation in segment two. Julia discusses mandatory volunteerism, whereby many schools require many hours of community service to graduate. Julia says, “On one hand, it pushes students out of their comfort zones, gives them valuable skills, and might even spark a lifelong passion for helping others. On the other hand, forcing someone to be "selfless" kind of defeats the purpose, and if done wrong, it could turn students off from community service entirely. What’s the solution? Both Julia and Armine agree that a middle ground is the way to go. Instead of requiring a set number of hours, schools could strongly encourage volunteering while offering meaningful, engaging opportunities. Instead of a graduation requirement, tie volunteerism to extra credit or special recognition. Armine states that being a volunteer helps a teen be proactive, compassionate, and willing to invest in the community. There are tangible benefits of volunteering, and it also shapes character. Volunteering fosters empathy, responsibility, and the ability to connect with others. These qualities are important for healthy, happy living. Being a teen volunteer inspires confidence and leadership while helping teens communicate about complex environmental issues.

As Helen Keller said, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”

Be a Volunteer!

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“Skill is the unified force of experience, intellect and passion in their operation.” - John Ruskin

What is a life skill and how do you develop one? Host Diya with reporters Kirpa and Milan tackle these critical questions for teens. A life skill will help you throughout life whether it is something very important, or something simple. It can be learning how to cook, manage money, or how to be a good friend. Critical thinking and emotional intelligence are essential for problem-solving and decision-making as well as understanding and empathizing with others. To build healthy relationships we need to navigate social situations. Time management involves planning or utilizing your time wisely. Following daily routines on time, completing your tasks or assignments, and prioritizing important items can build your self-confidence. Life skills are crucial for both personal and professional success because they equip individuals with the practical abilities to navigate challenges, build relationships, and achieve goals, ultimately leading to greater fulfillment and career advancement.

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• Self-care is the art of nurturing your mind, body, and soul to achieve inner harmony. Host Diya talks about one of the most important actions that play into everyday life: the practice of self-care and building healthy relationships. Some ways to create healthy relationships include having open communication, respect, and most importantly trust. Having meaningful communication opens our minds so that we understand the world from different perspectives. It is also important to set healthy boundaries to help improve self- care capabilities and protect mental health. Reporter Kirpa posits that self-care allows a person to maintain stress healthily, boost mood, increase energy levels, and allow for a happier, fuller life. To rebuild relationships or rekindle trust, it is critical to take responsibility for actions, practice forgiveness, prioritize open, honest communication, and exhibit patience. Nurture your body, mind, and spirit by caring for yourself.

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• "AI is not a threat, but a tool—one that amplifies human ingenuity and expands the boundaries of what’s possible." — Satya Nadella

• Host Saanvi Phaneendra tackles one of the most debated and mind-blowing topics in the world of technology; Artificial Intelligence. Reporter Milan provides the benefits of A.I. and also the negatives. Deep fakes are a problem and hacking is increased with artificial intelligence. He discusses how students use A. I. and how he uses it. Saanvi then takes us to outer space with her segment, Space Spotlight. When we think of space exploration, we often picture astronauts, rovers, and giant telescopes. But guess what? A.I. is the secret powerhouse behind some of the most incredible space discoveries of our time. Saanvi talks about the fascinating ways A.I. is pushing the boundaries of our knowledge about the universe. A.I. is helping us find new worlds. Will A.I. helps us detect alien civilizations?

Do you think A.I. is helping or hurting? Keep asking big questions, keep exploring, and as always, keep looking up. Remember, A.I. is the engine, but humans are the drivers.

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“You have within you right now, everything you need to deal with whatever the world can throw at you."— Brian Tracy

Host Julia Howe starts by discussing teen health and doctor appointments. She offers these tips:

• Prioritize mental health by finding a support system and knowing when to ask for help.

• Build habits that future-you will be grateful for, like staying active, eating well, and actually sleeping at a reasonable hour.
• Be aware of relationships—whether that means friendships, dating, or just surrounding yourself with people who lift you up instead of dragging you down.

She advocates for asking questions. Be involved. The choices we make today shape who we become tomorrow. If we want to be strong, healthy, and ready for whatever life throws at us, we have to start taking charge—now. Your health. Your body. Your future. Own it.

In segment two, Julia tackles dress codes. Schools argue that dress codes exist for three main reasons:

1. To prevent distractions.
2. To promote professionalism.
3. To ensure safety.

Julia breaks down the rules and offers better suggestions. Dress codes should be about making sure students feel comfortable and respected, not about controlling what they wear. Schools should be places of learning, not places where students—especially girls, students of color, and religious minorities—are constantly policed over their appearance.

Julia’s final message: “Your voice, your power, your future!”

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“Let us always meet each other with a smile, for the smile is the beginning of love.” —Mother Teresa

Julia Howe hosts a program focusing on love. We are celebrating Valentines day. It’s that time of the year, outside it’s freezing cold, yet we’re talking about red hot LOVE! In segment 1, Julia talks about situationships, what they mean for teenagers, and why they are impossible. In segment two, she dives into the history of Valentines, why it’s commercial, as well as SUPER romantic traditions from around the world. Share the love and tune in to Julia’s love fest!

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Teen hosts were under the weather for today’s broadcast, so producer, Cynthia Brian, interviewed reporter Milan about plans for 2025. It’s been 25 years since the millennial celebration, many years before our young volunteers were born. A quarter of a century is a long time! Milan talked about resolutions that most people make and offered a few of his own.

Cynthia is working a new book, her 12th, but her main goal is to bring great radio to our Voice America listeners on our new platform, Libsyn. She also reminded us that to predict the future, we need to create it ourselves. If you fail to plan, you plan to fail! What are your plans for 2025?

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