Power Your Story
Student Producers, The Creative Impostor Studios
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Power Your Story is produced by high school students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder at The Creative Impostor Studios. We share personal stories, interviews, and round table discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. We hope you learn something new by listening. Peace.
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Feb 14, 2023
Aliyah's Reflections on Graduating from Ray Graham and the Podcast Program
Aliyah has been one of our star producers since the beginning of Power Your Story. When she graduated, she recorded this farewell episode in her final season with Power Your Story and her last year attending Ray Graham, a high school in Chicago for diverse learners and students with disabilities.
Aliyah works with Infiniteach, an incredible company that develops inclusive technology and apps for the autistic community. She continues to use the interview skills she learned and practiced on Power Your Story for their blog.
Check out Infiniteach's Blog!
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Feb 13, 2023
Expand Your Experiences: Music & Travel with Percussionist Ernie Adams
What kind of music do you listen to?
Can music take you around the world?
We talked with Ernie Adams, an incredible Chicago-based percussionist who says he's been blessed to work in 48 countries all over the world with legendary, Grammy Award winning artists from the jazz world, the pop world, fusion world, Afro-Cuban and Brazilian music worlds and beyond.
He's played on stages, done recording sessions, worked on music for the hit Chicago TV show "Empire," and so much more.
We talked about influences, balancing time between work and family and the importance of following your passion and making things happen!
Ernie's website
This episode was produced by Aliyah, Jonas, D'Angelo, Genaro, and Elvis.
Enjoy!
http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodcast
Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast
YouTube: After School Matters - Power Your Story Podcast
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Feb 9, 2023
The Joy of Dance and Instagram with Flow XS featuring Anaid
What do you love most about Instagram? What kept you feeling happy during the pandemic?
This episode was recorded during the height of popularity for a Canadian dance duo Flow XS. Watching their high energy choreography videos was a bright spot for our producer Anaid.
Here's the full transcript of our interview so you can follow along.
Flow XS Website
Instagram
YouTube choreo video Anaid mentions
This episode was produced by Anaid.
Enjoy!
http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodcast
Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast
YouTube: After School Matters - Power Your Story Podcast
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT
Anaid: Welcome to Power Your Story. I’m Anaid. Today we are talking about Flow XS. Flow XS is a dance group. It’s just Kevin and Michael. They are just brothers from Toronto, Canada.
I first found out about them because they were in a Disney movie, Zombies 1 and 2, and I see the background dancers and they're so amazing. I look them up on Instagram first. There was somebody from that movie who posted a picture and I just commented on that picture and then Flow XS liked my comment.
Ms K: Anaid, I think you spend a lot of time on Instagram. Do you love being on Instagram?
Anaid: Yeah.
Ms K: Tell us what you like about it.
Anaid: I like the filters. I like, I dunno, there’s something about Instagram that I like. When I’m commenting on posts, I feel happy. I watch Flow XS on YouTube. They dance mostly to hip hop music.
Ms K: Why do you think they're special? What do you think it is about when they dance that makes them different than other dancers?
Anaid: I think they have a different flow and unique, and that's what I like about them. One day I will love to see them perform in person.
Ms K: So for you, you have a disability that would make it pretty difficult for you to move your body in the same way that they move their bodies. Probably even I could not move my body in the same way that they move their bodies. Because like you said, it's really unique and they've probably put in a lot of hard work.
Anaid: Yeah, I wish I could dance like that.
Ms K: Is there any physical activity that you have done, that you really enjoy?
Anaid: Standing up. When I can stand up, I feel strong.
I have a brain tumor. It makes it difficult to walk. And when I see other people dance, I wanna do that.
Sometimes I DM people I follow, but I don't hear back. It doesn't really matter. I have made friends on Instagram who like bands.
When I first got my Instagram account, I was 18 or 17 years old. I waited for a lot of years. I think it’s because my disability doesn't, like, respond really quick.
Ms K: And how did it feel when you first started using Instagram?
Anaid: I was happy.
Ms K: Right away, you loved it?
Anaid: Yeah.
Ms K: I'm wondering cuz you've seen some movies and some performances and Flow XS – when I looked at their website, they've been in a ton of different things. Do you have, like, a favorite video or a favorite performance you've seen of theirs?
Anaid: There’s this YouTube video.
Ms K: Mm-hmm.
Anaid: It was like a class and they were teaching us how to dance to “Somebody To Love” by Justin Bieber and Usher.
Ms K: So it's a class and they're teaching you how to dance to “Somebody To Love”?
Anaid: Yeah. I like how they’re teaching us step by step. I go over the steps in my mind. It made me feel happy.
I think listeners should check out Flow XS because they are the best dancers. I think it will make you feel good and happy.
My name is Anaid. Go check out Flow XS and thank you for listening.
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Feb 6, 2023
Expressing a Different Point of View with Genaro
This episode was recorded in 2020, a year that was stressful for most of us, with a lot of debates about politics, racism, police violence, and health and safety. We were dealing with what some were calling protests and others were calling riots throughout the country and certainly in Chicago in the wake of the murder of George Floyd — with everything being emotionally amplified by the effects of being in lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We were meeting for our program online for the first time (we used to meet in person). Generally we don’t get too deep into politics on this show and in this season. But as we were talking about what was happening in society that was so present for all of us, there was a strong common point of view that most of our student producers agreed with.
One of our producers, however, felt frustrated that every time we had a round table conversation, his opinion seemed to be the odd one out. Being in the minority opinion in any group can be hard and he felt that every time he tried to share or explain his point of view, he was getting shut down. So he approached me to ask if he could have a chance to share some of those thoughts on the show.
I took it as an opportunity to try to both help him articulate exactly what he was thinking and feeling, and also for me to try to understand his point of view a little better, since I, like most of our producers, didn’t fully understand where he was coming from all the time.
It’s now of course, a few years later, and circumstances, experiences, and opinions may have evolved, but I thought it was important to present views that are representative of the experiences of all of our producers during that time.
This episode isn’t about taking sides — it’s about hearing another person’s experience of what was one of the worst time periods in our lived history.
I invite you to take a listen, think critically about your own values and beliefs, and see what you can relate to in my conversation with Genaro.
~Ms. Klunder, Program Director
Enjoy!
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Feb 2, 2023
Social Media: How to Get More of the Good, Less of the Bad
What are your favorite social media platforms? No matter where you like to spend time online, you've probably had both good and bad experiences.
In this round table discussion, we share tips on how to have better experiences, deal with bullying, avoid scams and more.
This episode was produced by Genaro, Joel, Aliyah, D’Vonte, with additional stories by D’Angelo, Keyanna, Jonas, Alejandro.
Enjoy!
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Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodcast
Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast
YouTube: After School Matters - Power Your Story Podcast
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Jan 26, 2023
Telling Stories & Making Art with Ivan Vazquez
During the pandemic lockdown, we had a chance to talk online with Mexican American indigenous visual artist and designer Ivan Vazquez.
Using art as a weapon Ivan’s work portrays resilience by embracing and trusting community to help and guide him on his childhood journey growing up in Chicago. His work has allowed him to grieve the loss of best friends (Luis Trueba , Lino Diaz, Juan Zapata, and Daniel Aragon)and positively deal with trauma. His goal is to share his way of healing to others struggling.
Ivan’s has been featured in sponsored shows/charity and community events ranging from the Jordan Brand, Don Julio Tequila, Mountain Dew, Red Bull Music Academy, The NBA, Pepsi co. ,season 4 and 5 of “The Chi” on showtime, Howard brown health, broadway youth center and Toyota. Using art as a weapon Ivan Vazquez’s work continues to evolve and grow finding better ways to serve the community. Come take a look into the past, present, and most importantly the future with visuals from Ivan Vazquez's budding collection "Aztec boys n the hood ".
Ivan's website: https://www.ivanvazquezart.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechicagolago/
ARTIST STATEMENT
"I lost a few brothers due to the senseless violence Chicago is known for. I stored it away for over 15 years until I came across a 8th grade photo of them and had a epiphany . My art became the way I finally grieved and at the same time heal" its my way to pay tribute to them. My mission is to empower/educate youth with positive and relate-able alternative lifestyles.The representation of Chicago and hip hop culture in my work reflects the need for positive outlets , unity, love and positivity.
My paintings are a reflection of how it feels and looks growing up in Chicago. The beauty and brutality the city is known for. My art embodies the four seasons and the need for balance in a city where if you don't stay grounded you get swept away. My subjects are often very young and don the masks of Aztec/Zulu and indigenous warriors and gods. The characters represent modern day warriors and ancestors we call on for strength and to summon spiritual powers.The visuals are meant to empower, unify, inspire and educate . There is a darkness in my work as well as a sense of serenity, promise, and light. My goal is to preserve and contribute to the culture and represent the mis and underrepresented."
This episode features Joel, Al, Ryan, Jonas, D’Angelo, and Aliyah.
Enjoy!
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Jan 19, 2023
Open Mic: Decolonizing Classrooms
Open Mic episodes are where producers can share their ideas about a topic we've voted on earlier in the week. This time, Jules brings up the question of whether and how we can make changes to how subjects are taught in our school classrooms to be more inclusive and relevant to our life experiences.
This episode was produced by Jules, Alejandro, Brandon, Natalie, Jacob, Brian, Ada, and Maya.
Enjoy!
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Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast
YouTube: After School Matters - Power Your Story Podcast
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Jan 15, 2023
Being a Community Warrior: Mentoring, Leadership, and Indigenous Roots with Rudy Sosa
Alejandro invited his mentor, Rudy Sosa, to the podcast to share his experiences as a leader in the Little Village community in Chicago. Rudy talks about leading vigils for neighborhoods grieving gun violence, mentoring youth through Youth Guidance’s Becoming A Man® program (BAM®), lessons from Black Lives Matter, and connecting with the wisdom and traditions of your indigenous roots.
This episode was produced by Alejandro, Keyanna, Jules, Essence, and D’Angelo.
Enjoy!
http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodcast
Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast
YouTube: After School Matters - Power Your Story Podcast
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Jan 10, 2023
How To Have An Exciting Life
This is a Pass the Mic discussion. We asked our fans on social media "How can you have an exciting life?" We read our audience's answers and then shared our opinions about whether we agree or disagree and why.
This episode was produced by Genaro, D’Angelo, Armani, Jonas, Joel, Edward, Emon, David, Brandon, and Elvis.
Enjoy!
http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodcast
Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast
YouTube: After School Matters - Power Your Story Podcast
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Jan 1, 2023
Coming out on New Year's Day with Joel
"You don't have to pass tp anyone except yourself." Our student producer Joel shares this message with anyone who is questioning or struggling with their own gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation. Joel shares a personal story of coming out to his parents and with Program Advisor, Andrea Klunder, explores the right words to describe his own identity.
If you haven't already, go back one episode after this one and listen to our interview with Chuck Bernsohn for more definitions, suggestions, encouragement, and resources.
*One note: this conversation was originally recorded in 2020. Language, expression, relationships, and identity have likely shifted, expanded and grown since then. We thought this story was still important to tell and the message may be one you or someone you love may need to hear.
This episode was produced by Joel.
Enjoy!
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Jan 1, 2023
Making the world more inviting and affirming for people of all genders featuring Chuck Bernsohn with Joel, D’Vonte, Genaro, D’Angelo, Alejandro, Jonas
Gender identity, gender expression, preferred pronouns... language, options, safety -- a lot has changed over the past few years. How do you define your own identity? How do you support a friend who is struggling? What resources are availalble? Let's talk about all of it with Accessibilty Consultant Chuck Bernsohn.
Resources mentioned:
Chuck Bernsohn
The Trevor Project
Gender Spectrum
A Quick & Easy Guide to They/Them Pronouns
This episode was produced by Joel, D'Vonte, Genaro, D'Angelo, Alejandro and Jonas.
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers u…
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Dec 29, 2022
Self-advocacy and living in the community with a disability featuring Ryan McGraw from Access Living
Right before the pandemic interrupted production our season about "Your Future", we had the chance to interview disability advocate Ryan McGraw about the services and supports offerered at Access Living in Chicago.
Access Living provides advocacy, independent living skills, transition support, peer support, information and referrals for people with disabilities.
As Access Living’s Health/Home and Community Based Services Community Organizer, Ryan facilitates two groups: Taskforce for Attendant Services, and Independent Voices. He moved to Chicago from Michigan in 2008 and received his master’s degree in disability and development from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Since then, he’s held several positions in the disability advocacy field. Ryan is passionate about home- and community-based services because everyone should have the right to live in the community with the services they need. Ryan also teaches accessible yoga, and loves to run, bike, and travel in his free t…
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Dec 27, 2022
Round Table: Growing up with disabilities and bullying
Elvis leads our student producers in a round table discussion about their childhood experiences growing up with a disability, how bullying has affected them, and learning to move past obstacles.
This episode was produced by Elvis, Genaro, Essence, D'Angelo, D'Vonte, and Alejandro.
Enjoy!
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Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodcast
Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Dec 24, 2022
BONUS: Merry Christmas 2022
Our student producers in Podcast Tech wanted to wish you Merry Christmas! On this Open Mic Wednesday episode... what started as a discussion about holiday gifts, food, and movies turned into a Christmas song singalong... even if we couldn't remember all of the words.
This episode was produced by Daniel, Uriel, Emilio, Jonas, Carlos, Leslie, Essence, Anabel, Itzel, Christian, Jaime, Jose, Joel, Toni, and Kevyn.
Enjoy!
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Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journ…
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Nov 21, 2022
BONUS: Happy Thanksgiving 2022!
Our student producers in Podcast Tech wanted to wish you Happy Thanksgiving! On this Open Mic Wednesday episode... Food, family, and Thanksgiving day advice.
This episode was produced by Uriel, Emilio, Jonas, Daniel, Carlos, Leslie, Essence, Anabel, Itzel, Christian, Jose, Joel, and Kevyn.
Enjoy!
http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodcast
Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast
YouTube: After School Matters - Power Your Story Podcast
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Jul 11, 2022
COVID-19: Reflections from 2020
COVID-19 hit the world pretty hard. In some ways, we hit rock bottom. In 2020, we recorded a round table discussion online (since we couldn't meet in person) with some of our Power Your Story student producers.
We talked about masks, being stuck at home, online school, losing people, being bored, stress, and even some positive things coming from the experience.
In 2022, we listened back to that discussion for a fresh perspective and recorded an updated intro.
We hope listening back helps YOU process some of your own thoughts, feelings, and experiences from the pandemic. Hopefully things are getting better.
This episode features Aliyah, Brandon, Brooklynn, Elvis, Genaro, Jules (Clara), Keyanna, and Alejandro. The new intro is by Adrian, Brooklynn, and Jayvon.
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Jun 18, 2022
Open Mic Thursday: Mask Mandates Lifted at School
When mask mandates were lifted at Chicago Public High Schools this spring, we had some thoughts... like was it too soon and will we ever feel totally comfortable not wearing masks in public?
Open Mic Thursdays are off the cuff commentary about whatever topic is on our minds on a particular week.
These are our thoughts and opinions in the moment and can go basically anywhere.
This episode features Ada, Adrian, Brooklynn, Emerie, Jayvon, Joel, Maya, and Natalie.
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creat…
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May 2, 2022
Dating, Consent, and Healthy Relationships with Maggie Arthur
How can you tell if someone has a crush on you?
How can you make yourself more attractive?
What is consent and why is it important?
How do you know if someone is catfishing you?
We ask the tough and fun questions about dating and relationships with Maggie Arthur, Director of Education at Resilience, a nonprofit organization in Chicago dedicated to the healing and empowerment of sexual assault survivors.
This episode was produced by Justus, David, Amari, Elvis, Karen, Genaro, Emon, and Edward.
About Maggie:
Maggie first joined the Resilience Education and Training team as in intern in 2016. She was then hired onto the team in 2018 and promoted to Director of Education and Training in 2021. In addition to facilitating sexual violence prevention education for Resilience, from 2018-2021 Maggie was also the Campaign Coordinator for the Our Music My Body campaign, addressing gender-based violence in the music community.
Prior to joining Resilience, Maggie spent nearly a decade volunt…
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Apr 19, 2022
Round Table: The Russia vs Ukraine War
In this round table discussion, we break down what is happening between Russia and Ukraine, what we think about it, how we can help, and what we would need to live in a world without war.
This episode features Adrian, Jules, Jayvon, Beck, Juan, and Jacob.
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and discussions about the topics that matter most to us.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Apr 3, 2022
Open Mic Thursday: The Slap at the 2022 Oscars
Open Mic Thursdays are off the cuff commentary about whatever topic is on our minds on a particular week.
These are our thoughts and opinions in the moment and can go basically anywhere.
In this episode, we are talking about what it seems like the entire internet has been talking about -- Will Smith and Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars.
This was recorded with two separate groups of student producers.
This episode features Aldo, Brandon, Brooklynn, Carlos, Dewayne, D'Vonte, Elvis, Emilio Essence, Genaro, Jayvon, Joel, and Toni.
Enjoy!
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of stude…
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Feb 27, 2022
BONUS: Electronic Music & Other Hobbies with Genaro, David & Edward
Recorded outside at school, this is an unscripted interview that David & Edward have with Genaro, the creator of our theme music.
They talk about why he loves making electronic music and whether he would study music in college.
Season 7 theme is "Hobbies & Life Hacks."
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 7 is produced by Aliyah, Brandon, David, D'Angelo, D'Vont…
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Feb 23, 2022
Sebz World of Sports on podcasting with Edward, D'Angelo, Genaro, Jonas
Edward, D'Angelo, Genaro and Jonas talk with Seb from Sebz World of Sports, a show he originally created when he was in 4th grade.
They talk about sports, podcasting, and getting into the middle school of your choice.
The interview was originally recorded at the end of 2019 and we get an update from Seb!
Check out Sebz World of Sports in your favorite podcast app or at http://www.sebzworldofsports.com.
Season 7 theme is "Hobbies & Life Hacks."
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Imposto…
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Feb 20, 2022
Dungeons & Dragons: the Classic RPG featuring Andrew Saenz
Chicago-based actor, podcaster and RPG fan Andrew Saenz joins us for a lesson about how to play the classic Dungeons and Dragons.
Our student producers even get to start their own adventure.
Variant Rules Podcast
Wizards of the Coast - DND
Andrew Saenz on IMDB
Season 7 theme is "Hobbies & Life Hacks."
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 7 is produced by Aliy…
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Feb 3, 2022
Graham Crackers Comics featuring Earl Geier with Joel and D'Vonte
Joel and D'Vonte are talking with Earl Geier, manager at Graham Crackers Comics, the biggest comic book store in downtown Chicago. According to his bio, Earl thinks Spider-man has been a clone since Steve Ditko left the title, and everything after 1968 is "new books". He's been reading books for almost as long as any of us, and has forgotten more about comics history than you'll ever know! Having spent a spell illustrating RPG games like Battletech and Call of Cthulhu, he and his staff of Graham Crackers Junior Rangers are trying to squeeze as much product as possible into our store and helping customers find what they want.
Originally recorded in 2019... we got to visit the store and record on location on one of our legendary field trips.
Check out Graham Crackers - Loop - https://www.grahamcrackers.com/chstore.htm
Season 7 theme is "Hobbies & Life Hacks."
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Jan 23, 2022
World Building featuring Molly Southgate with Justus, Brandon, Aliyah, Elvis, Genaro, D'Angelo
What if you could create a whole new world from your imagination... and invite your friends? You can!
Molly Southgate, writer, actor, LARPer, podcaster, tells us how in this conversation recorded at the end of 2019 pre-pandemic. We even have a 2022 update from Molly!
Check out Molly's podcast Read Between the Lines. Follow on IG @readbetweenthelinespodcast and @whatsmollymakin.
What worlds would you create?
Season 7 theme is "Hobbies & Life Hacks."
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative I…
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Jan 20, 2022
First Aid Comics featuring James Nurss with Justus, Rashaad, Aliyah
What's it like to run your own comic book store?
Are comics growing or dying in popularity?
How can you get into comic books as a new hobby?
Justus, Rashaad and Aliyah bring you the answers from James Nurss, owner of First Aid Comics in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago.
Originally recorded in 2019... this is a great reminder to visit and support your local independent comic book stores!
Check out First Aid online at https://www.firstaidcomics.com
Season 7 theme is "Hobbies & Life Hacks."
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Dec 1, 2021
Why you need a hobby with Aliyah
A few thoughts about how hobbies can save you from burnout. Plus Aliyah's favorite hobby!
Season 7 theme is "Hobbies & Life Hacks."
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Power Your Story is produced by students in the Podcast Tech & Production programs of After School Matters in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 7 is produced by Aliyah, Brandon, David, D'Angelo, D'Vonte, Edward, Elvis, Essence, Genaro, Jesus, Johnathan, Joel, Jonas, Justus, Rashaad.
Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.
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Sep 22, 2021
Following your entrepreneurial dreams with Jimmy Prude from Jimmy's Vegan Cookies
How do you know which dream to follow in your life? How do you start a business? And how do you make a vegan cookie actually taste good?
All this and more from our 2019 conversation with Jimmy Prude, founder of Jimmy's Vegan Cookies.
For season 6 of Power Your Story, our theme is "My Favorite Things."
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 6 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Brandon, Carlos…
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Jul 3, 2021
Getting to the finals with the Google Podcasts Creator Program and PRX
Sometimes you win and sometimes you don't. But it feels good when someone notices what you're creating.
Hear this story about what happened when we applied to the Google Podcasts Creator Program with PRX.
We applied in 2019 and this update is provided by our program director and mentor, Ms. Andrea Klunder.
For season 6 of Power Your Story, our theme is "My Favorite Things."
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that…
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Jun 25, 2021
Sports mastery and advice for student athletes with DeShawn Fontleroy
It's the sports episode you've been waiting for!
DeShawn Fontleroy, RBT, is a USA Track and Field Coach, USAW Sports Performance Coach, and founder of ProForce Athletics. He specializes in problems of training–including the role of strength training, sprinting, and jumping ability in the athlete’s physical preparation. His podcast is The Science of Sports Mastery.
We talk about careers in sports management and coaching, staying focused and developing a strong personal mindset (in athletics and in life), and DeShawn's personal success story.
This interview was recorded in 2019.
Learn more about DeShawn and his athletic training services at http://proforceathletics.com/.
Then check out The Science of Sports Mastery podcast at http://sportsmastery.com/ or in your favorite podcast app.
For season 6 of Power Your Story, our theme is "My Favorite Things."
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May 7, 2021
How music and art can save you with Sandra Antongiorgi
How do you get started on the path of being a professional artist and musician?
What do you do if your work isn't as good as you want it to be?
What does it take to be successful?
Sandra Antongiorgi is a Chicago-based artist with two creative passions as both a visual artist and a vocalist and musician.
She talks with us about how pursuing her passions saved her throughout hard times as a child and throughout her life and shares gratitude for the people who supported and helped her along the way.
And she gives some good advice for anyone who wants to follow their own creative passions.
Check out her music and art at http://www.santongiorgi.com/.
This episode was produced by Keyanna, Carlos, Brandon, Christobel, and Elvis in 2019.
For season 6 of Power Your Story, our theme is "My Favorite Things."
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May 4, 2021
Perception: Disabilities, Stress & Video Games - Our NPR Student Challenge Story
How do you perceive people with disabilities?
How does your disability impact your life?
How do you deal with the stress of every day living?
In 2019, we created this story for the NPR Student Podcast Challenge. We didn't win, but we think it's pretty awesome anyway!
This episode features stories from Brandon, Keyanna, Joel, Carlos, Elvis, and D’Vonte. We also hear the voices of Al, Mekhi, Justus, Zamire, Juan, and Edward.
For season 6 of Power Your Story, our theme is "My Favorite Things."
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Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klun…
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Apr 26, 2021
Feel Better in Nature featuring Ian Chadwick, nature educator and park ranger, Joshua Tree National Park
Ian Chadwick joined us online all the way from California, where he works as a ranger in Joshua Tree National Park.
Before that Ian lived in Chicago and worked as nature educator in different places.
He shares his own story of why he grew to love nature, why he thinks it's important to connect with it even if you live in the city, and why we should protect our natural environment.
He recommends Every Kid Outdoors, a program through the National Parks to give free passes or checking out your local park district.
And for those of us living in and around Chicago, Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Garfield Park Conservatory, Lincoln Park Zoo (especially the African Penguins), North Park Village Nature Center, and the nearby Indiana Dunes National Park.
Nature is one of producer Mark's favorite things and he produced this episode with Joel, Al, and Elvis, Edward, and Justus.
On season 6 of Power Your Story, our theme is "My Favorite Things."
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Mar 22, 2021
How to Deal with Stress, Anxiety, and Bottled Up Emotions with Sarah Buino from Conversations with a Wounded Healer
We talked with Sarah Buino, licensed clinical social worker and founder of Head/Heart Therapy in Chicago, about addiction, and our experiences with stress, anxiety, OCD, and bottled up emotions.
Sarah shared tips about using the things you love to do to help when you have these kinds of experiences -- like listening to music, singing, playing video games, going outside, and moving your body.
We also talk about Reiki, tarot cards, and super hero psychology.
Sarah shared that she doesn't like the word "control" when talking about your feelings and your body's response to stress. Find out what do do instead.
Check out Sarah's podcast Conversations with a Wounded Healer.
This interview was recorded in 2019. Since then her show has grown a lot! She talks with other healers about how people do our own healing work while helping others.
Sarah's favorite social media is Instagram.
On season 6 of Power Your Story, our theme is "My Favorite Things."
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Mar 18, 2021
A convo about gaming with Junae Bennett, Black Girl Gamers
This story is about Junae Bennett from Black Girl Gamers and how she experiences playing video games from the time she was a little kid to now as an EA sports journalist.
Check out Junae's website and if you're thinking of a career in gaming, you can buy her ebook How to Become a Successful Video Games Journalist.
This interview was recorded in 2019 when Overwatch and Apex Legends were popular. She talked about GTA, streaming on Twitch, making a career, and representation in video games.
Follow on Twitch, Twitter, and Instagram.
On season 6 of Power Your Story, our theme is "My Favorite Things."
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Mar 7, 2021
Behind the scenes: Favorite moments of podcasting with Aliyah
Senior Producer Aliyah shares some highlights of the Power Your Story podcast program as well as favorite guests, tips for discovering podcasts to listen to, and what we've learned about being flexible and prepared as producers.
On season 5 of Power Your Story, we are talking all about making podcasts. This episode covers interviewing, listening, and storytelling skills.
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matte…
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Mar 6, 2021
StoryCorps: Connection, compassion, and helping people tell their stories with Amy Tardif, Mark, Elvis, Carlos
Mark, Elvis, and Carlos interviewed Amy Tardif, Regional Manager at the StoryCorps StoryBooth in the Chicago Cultural Center.
The mission of StoryCorps is to preserve and share humanity’s stories in order to build connections between people and create a more just and compassionate world.
This basically means that when we listen to people tell stories about their lives, we can understand where they're coming from better -- even if they are different from us or we don't agree with them.
This interview was recorded at our school in 2019. Due to the COVID pandemic, the StoryBooth at the Chicago Cultural Center is closed at the time of release.
But you can sign up to record a conversation with a loved one remotely in their “virtual recording booth” with the help of someone from StoryCorps, who will guide you step-by-step.
Learn more about StoryCorps and book an appointment to interview someone you know here.
Listen to personal stories recorded through StoryCorps here or subscri…
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Jan 27, 2021
How to be a storyteller with Ada Cheng with Keyanna, Christobel, Zamire
Keyanna, Christobel, and Zamire interviewed Chicago based storyteller and the host of Am I Man Enough? podcast, Ada Cheng.
Before the COVID pandemic, we were so lucky to have Ada in the house for our interview and a workshop where she helped us learn how to tell stories from our personal lives.
One thing we learned is what to do if you lack the courage to do something and need to find the determination in yourself.
Ada’s motto is: make your life the best story you tell.
Ada hosts live storytelling events like Pour One Out and Talk Stories. During the pandemic, these events are virtual. You can learn more at renegadeadacheng.com.
On season 5 of Power Your Story, we are talking all about making podcasts. Storytelling is an important part of being a good host or guest.
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Jan 25, 2021
Making an interview podcast with Monica Rivera from You Wanna Do What?!
Monica Rivera is an inspiring podcaster based in New York who produces a show called You Wanna Do What?!
On season 5 of Power Your Story, we are talking all about making podcasts.
In this episode, Brandon, Justus and Joel talk with Monica about what it's like to independently produce an interview-based podcast. She shares some of her favorite stories, her process, and best advice for new podcasters.
You can follow Monica on Instagram @youwannadowhat
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating…
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Dec 8, 2020
Lost phones, surgery, chess - Personal storytelling with Joel, Brandon, Carlos
Have you ever lost your cell phone, had to have surgery, or wanted to learn how to play a new game?
On season 5 of Power Your Story, we are talking all about making podcasts.
In this episode, Joel, Brandon, and Carlos share personal stories from their own lives. This is an example of one type of podcast you can make - "personal narrative."
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 5 is prod…
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Nov 25, 2020
How to make a podcast with Aliyah, Carlos, Edward, Elvis, Justus, Miguel
On season 5 of Power Your Story, we are talking all about making podcasts.
In this episode, we'll walk you through the steps we follow to produce our show.
We mention that we use a podcast hosting service called Libsyn. If you decide to create your own show, and host with Libsyn, you can get your first month free with the promo code: envy.
Also if you DO have your own podcast, share it with us! Send us the link and we'll give you a shout out on a future episode.
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Stud…
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Aug 30, 2020
Public graffiti art in Chicago featuring Jayinex aka Corey Jenkins with Quintin and Emon
Jayinex is Chicago's creative hub for artists, entrepreneurs, and community. CEO and graffiti artist Corey Jenkins met up with our producers at homiey. (homiey's founder Mariah was featured on a previous PYS episode.)
Corey talks with Quintin and Emon about art, education, imagination and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Learn more about Jayinex including Black Lives Matter murals and projects: https://www.jayinex.com
Follow on Insta: @jayinex
Check out the designs at homiey: https://www.homiey.com
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Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Kl…
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Aug 29, 2020
Chicago stories and memories with Quintin, Maritza, Al, Joel, Emon
What's it really like to grow up and live in Chicago? Our producers weigh in on what we love most about the city, what we wish was different, and some personal stories about every day life.
This episode was recorded outside in the garden of our school.
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 4 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Damon, Emon, Joel, Juan, Mandy, Maritza, Mark, and Quintin.
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Aug 28, 2020
What's a school mentor? Damon talks with Mr. Pierce
There are certain subjects and questions you just can't talk about with your parents or even a teacher. That's where a school mentor comes in. Our school is fortunate enough to have a lot of resources for students, like Mr. Pierce, who can help us out of these awkward situations.
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 4 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Damon, Emon, Joel, Juan, Mandy, Maritza…
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Aug 27, 2020
A Sensory Walk Outside Our School to Destress Your Mind
Sometimes life gets stressful. We heard about the idea of taking a sensory walk to help de-stress your day. So we decided to try it for ourselves.
Basically, you walk around a specific place and notice anything you can see, hear, smell, feel or taste as you go.
Senior producers Al and Aliyah ask our other student producers to share their observations on the block around our school.
We recommend trying this in your neighborhood!
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, in…
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Aug 23, 2020
Co-working, community art, and owning a small business with Mariah Cobb from homiey with Emon and Juan
Juan and Emon interviewed small business owner Mariah Cobb from homiey, a community co-working, art and event space in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago.
Homiey has expanded to a second location in Noble Square, Chicago and a location in Oakland, CA.
They have made a lot of adjustments due to the current health concerns and are now offering private spaces by reservation.
Check out homiey's locations at http://www.homiey.com
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals…
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Feb 18, 2020
Chicago hip-hop artists Ridgio and PD$ on music and being a postive influence with Al, Mark and Joel
Al, Mark and Joel met up with Chicago hip-hop artist Ridgio and his buddy Tyler aka PD$ to talk about producing music, performing, growing up in Chicago and why it's important to have a positive message.
We recorded this interview at homiey co-working in Chicago.
Check out Ridgio at http://ridgio.com. His new album Twenty V Winters just dropped on Apple Music, Spotify, and Soundcloud.
Follow Ridgio on Instagram @ridgio_ and PD$ @parnell_ds
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
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Nov 12, 2019
Visiting Garfield Park Conservatory with Mandy and Maritza
Mandy and Maritza interview Ruthie Gold from the Garfield Park Conservatory during our field trip.
Garfield Park Conservatory is one of the largest indoor/outdoor gardens in the United States. It's free to visit and it's a great place to go an relax, bring your family, or take a school field trip.
Learn more and plan your visit:https://garfieldconservatory.org/
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.…
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Nov 6, 2019
Top 5 places to visit in Chicago with Aliyah
What do you think of when you think of visiting Chicago? Or if you live here, where do you take guests when they come in from out of town?
Aliyah shares her top 5 places to check out in our opener for Season 4: Exploring Chicago.
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 4 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Damon, Emon, Joel, Juan, Mandy, Maritza, Mark, and Quintin.
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Sep 29, 2019
Stress less and be connected with Kai Chi Do with Francine Brown and Keenan
Do you ever get stressed out? Overwhelmed? Tired? Anxiety?
Do you wish you could feel more calm, more joy, more like yourself?
In a follow up to our last episode at I Grow Chicago Peace House, Keenan talks with Francine Brown, a massage therapist in Chicago, who led us all in a Kai Chi Do session.
Kai Chi Do is a movement meditation combining movement, breathing, music and even dance. The goal is to experience a feeling of connection -- to yourself, to others and to life.
You'll hear a little bit from the beginning of our class in this episode.
Learn more about Kai Chi Do at http://www.kaichido.com
Check out Francine's healing practice in Chicago at http://www.blessthisbody.com
You can learn more about I Grow at http://www.igrowchicago.org, on Facebook @igrowchicago, and Instagram @igrowchicago.
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Sep 28, 2019
I Grow Chicago Peace House with Al, Malik, Justus, Keenan
Power Your Story took an incredible field trip to visit the I Grow Chicago Peace House in the Englewood neighborhood.
We got a tour, played basketball, took a kai chi do class (which you'll hear about in another episode), visited the greenhouse, met community members, ate lunch... it was a great day!
Al, Malik, Justus and Keenan interviewed co-executive directors Quentin Mables and Erin Vogel about the organization's mission, why they personally got involved, what kinds of programs they offer and the importance of offering a safe space for people in what is traditionally known as a rough, under resourced community.
The mission of I Grow Chicago is to grow Englewood from surviving to thriving through community connection, skill building, and opportunity.
Powered by community and leading from the streets, all programs work to address the traumatic effects of violence and poverty.
You can learn more about I Grow at http://www.igrowchicago.org, on Facebook @igrowchicago, and Instagram…
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Sep 11, 2019
Personal Heroism: How one teacher saved a family from a car crash with Aliyah & Ms. Delgado
What would you do if you saw a car crash right before your eyes?Producer Aliyah is inspired by the true story of how one of her teachers at Ray Graham, Ms. Delgado, saved a family of children from a wrecked car before emergency workers arrived. Hear what happened in this exclusive interview.
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 3 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Carzel, Danais, Juan, Justus, Ke…
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Aug 14, 2019
Video Game Design with Allen Turner, game developer and educator
Producer Shamar interviews Allen Turner, a professor at DePaul University who designs video and tabletop games. He is also a storyteller and educator.
We talk about how you come up with the story for a game, how games get made, the best and most challenging parts of his career, and how his personal story about growing up led to him to do this work.
His tabletop RPG game Ehdrigohr is a non-traditional fantasy world that takes traditional storytelling elements from the myths and folklore of tribal and indigenous cultures around the world, with particular inspiration from the Lakota people to create fate-based adventures.
Learn more about Allen and Ehdrigohr at http://council-of-fools.com/blog/
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Feb 25, 2019
Thoughts on Gun Control and Violence with Aliyah
Producer Aliyah shares her personal thoughts on the debate about gun control following our 3-part series on gun violence with Dion McGill from the Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence.
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 3 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Carzel, Danais, Juan, Justus, Keenan, Malik, Mark, Miguel, Nathanial, Shamar, Shaquan, and Zamire.
Production support from After Schoo…
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Feb 25, 2019
Gun Violence - Part 3 - Student Q&A with Dion McGill, Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence
This is part 3 of a 3-part series on gun violence in Chicago, in schools and in our culture. Our producers had an unscripted Q&A with Dion McGill, Program Manager at the Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence.
We talk about the influence of pop culture, rap, social media, economics, police shootings, Chicago history, and how we can work together to make a difference.
Learn more about the Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence here: http://www.ichv.org/
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creat…
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Feb 21, 2019
Mike Owens: Animator & Creator of Danger & Eggs with Justus & Malik
Mike Owens is the Emmy Award winning co-creator and executive producer of Danger & Eggs, an animated series for children and families on Amazon Prime.
As a show creator, Director, Character Designer, Storyboard Artist, Teacher and Animator, Mike has created character driven entertainment for screens of all sizes and for audiences of all ages for more than 20 years.
His work has been featured by Amazon, Nickelodeon, Disney, Cartoon Network, Comedy Central, Warner Bros, Ambush Entertainment, General Mills, IFC, and Yo Gabba Gabba.
We talk with Mike about his creative process, what it takes to be successful in animation and his best advice for aspiring artists.
Learn more about Mike Owens at https://www.mikeowensproductions.com/
Check out Danger & Eggs on Amazon Prime.
This episode was produced by Justus and Malik.
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Nov 27, 2018
Gun Violence - Part 2 - Dion McGill, Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence with Keenan & Miguel
This is part 2 of a 3-part series on gun violence in Chicago, in schools and in our culture. We talk with Dion McGill, Program Manager at the Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence.
This episode was produced by Keenan and Miguel.
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 3 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Carzel, Danais, Juan, Justus, Keenan, Malik, Mark, Miguel, Nathanial, Shamar, Shaquan, and…
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Jun 20, 2018
Sam Kirk and Jenny Q on Public Art, community, and celebrating culture with Alfred & Justus
Sam Kirk creates artwork to celebrate people and to inspire pride and recognition for underrepresented communities. Her work walks the viewer through various moments, focusing on a celebration of culture, discovery of identity, and the politics that we have been fighting for generations. She grew up in Chicago.
Jenny Q is an illustrator, dancer and doula. She grew up all around the world with influential roots in Costa Rica, Brooklyn and India.
In this interview, we talk about public art, travel, improving communities and celebrating different cultures.
See more of Sam and Jenny's work at ProvokeCulture.com - "We will be proud. We will be celebrated. We will be seen."
This episode was produced by Alfred and Justus.
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Jun 13, 2018
Gun Violence - Part 1 - with Dion McGill, Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence with Miguel and Keenan
This is part 1 of a 3-part series on gun violence in Chicago, in schools and in our culture. We talk with Dion McGill, Program Manager at the Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence.
This episode was produced by Keenan and Miguel.
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 3 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Carzel, Danais, Juan, Justus, Keenan, Malik, Mark, Miguel, Nathanial, Shamar, Shaquan, and…
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Jun 11, 2018
Farewell to Robeson High - School Closing - Interviews with the students
We attended a farewell celebration at Paul Robeson High School in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, one of the sites for After School Matters. Robeson is being closed down and the student body is being split up. We interview students from the ASM program Coding the Fun Way about their thoughts and feelings about their school being closed.
This episode was produced by Alfred and Aliyah.
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the to…
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Jun 10, 2018
Musician Sam Trump: Sophisticated Soul with a positive message - Mark, Nathaniel
In our Season 3 opener, Mark and Nate interview musician and trumpet player Sam "Trump" Harris. Based in Chicago, Sam is originally from Houston. His music has been described as "sophisticated soul" and he believes in spreading a positive message through his music and educating young people to help them follow their dreams.
This episode was produced by Mark and Nathanial.
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Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter mo…
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Dec 21, 2017
Six Flags Great America, Fear, and Roller Coasters - Carzel, Charmiane, Malik, Nadia
Roller coasters are powerful -- no doubt! Hear our favorite stories from Six Flags Great America, the biggest amusement park near Chicago.
This episode features real life stories by Carzel, Charmiane, Malik and Nadia.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 2 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Amelia, Carzel, Charmiane, Chris, Keenan, Malik, Mark, Nadia, Shamar, Shaquan, Sonia and Zamire.…
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Dec 20, 2017
The Shamar Show on why I love K-pop (and you should try it too)
The Shamar Show features unscripted, off the cuff interviews with our student producers. Produced by & starring Shamar Gipson.
Today's episode is a solo in which Shamar tells us how he got into K-pop and why you should too.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 2 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Amelia, Carzel, Charmiane, Chris, Keenan, Malik, Mark, Nadia, Shamar, Shaquan, Sonia and Za…
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Dec 20, 2017
The Great Discussions: Art, Beauty & Education - Art Teacher & Painter Ms. Kurisch with Aliyah
The Great Discussions features deep, philosophical conversations with inspirational people. Produced by Aliyah Rich.
In this episode, Aliyah talks with Ray Graham art teacher Ms. Katherine Kurisch about how she defines art, what inspires her, and her role as an art teacher for special education.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 2 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Amelia, Carzel, Ch…
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Dec 20, 2017
Bank Accounts for Teens & Saving Money - Heidi Albert of Money Locker with Charmiane
Why do teens need a bank account?
What's the best way to save money?
Does money give you power?
The answers to these questions and more in Charmiane's interview with Ms. Heidi Albert, Founder & Executive Director of Live It To Learn It and Money Locker.
Money Locker combines financial literacy with access non-predatory financial services for unbanked or underbanked teenagers in urban Chicago.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational piece…
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Dec 20, 2017
The Shamar Show feat. Keenan, Carzel, Sonia and Alfred on life
The Shamar Show features unscripted, off the cuff interviews with our student producers. Produced by & starring Shamar Gipson.
In this episode, Shamar talks with Keenan, Carzel, Sonia and Alfred about life, family, beauty, music, video games and more.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 2 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Amelia, Carzel, Charmiane, Chris, Keenan, Malik, Mark, Nadia, S…
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Dec 18, 2017
How To Be a Good Friend with Nadia & Malik
How can you be a good friend? Nadia polls our student producers and staff. She and Malik interview Ray Graham special ed teacher Ms. Burgess about how to make friends after graduation and what to do if your friends make you angry. At the end, Nadia gives her best tips for making AND keeping your friends.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 2 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Amelia, Ca…
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Dec 17, 2017
Hair Styling as a Career - Miss SarahMya, Hair Stylist & Color Educator with Sonia
What does it take to be successful as a professional hair stylist? How can you best take care of your hair? What about color and extensions?
Sonia interviews Chicago-based hair stylist and color educator Miss SarahMya about her career and her craft.
Miss SarahMya currently works out of The Circle Salon in Wicker Park. You can learn more at http://www.misssarahmya.com.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that mat…
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Dec 17, 2017
Positive Attitude & Anger Management - Ms. Thomas & Ms. Connors with Amelia and Malik
How can you have a more positive attitude? What can you do when you get angry? And why does it matter?
Amelia interviews Assistant Principal Ms. Thomas about how to change your attitude. Malik interviews Counselor Ms. Connors about anger management.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 2 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Amelia, Carzel, Charmiane, Chris, Keenan, Malik, Mark, Nadia, Sha…
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Dec 16, 2017
Food for Energy - Raw Vegan Chef Dominique Leguizamon with Carzel, Shaquan
What is raw vegan food and is it good? How can food give you energy? And why do some people choose not to eat meat?
Carzel and Shaquan talk with raw vegan chef and yoga teacher Dominique Leguizamon.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 2 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Amelia, Carzel, Charmiane, Chris, Keenan, Malik, Mark, Nadia, Shamar, Shaquan, Sonia and Zamire.
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Dec 16, 2017
The Shamar Show feat. Aliyah on comics, video games, cooking and anime
The Shamar Show features unscripted, off the cuff interviews with our student producers. Produced by & starring Shamar Gipson.
In this episode, Shamar talks with Aliyah about comics, video games, cooking and their favorite anime.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 2 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Amelia, Carzel, Charmiane, Chris, Keenan, Malik, Mark, Nadia, Shamar, Shaquan, Sonia…
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Dec 14, 2017
Personal Power Stories: art, music, bicycling, gym class and the time I rode my bike into a stop sign
When was the last time you did or did not feel powerful?
In this episode, Charmiane shares about her dreaded gym class, Aliyah tells the story of being chosen to paint a mural on the school bench and how she came up with what to paint, Shamar runs into a stop sign on his bike, Sonia talks about joining drumline for the first time, and Malik lets us in on how he feels when he rides his bike through Chicago.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educat…
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Dec 14, 2017
Money Management - Mrs. Lee-Jackson, Personal Finance Teacher with Zamire & Keenan
Zamire and Keenan are talking with Ray Graham personal finance & entrepreneurship Teacher, Mrs. Lee-Jackson about savings goals, budgeting, and how to properly manage your money. Plus, find out what she loves most about her job!
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 2 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Amelia, Carzel, Charmiane, Chris, Keenan, Malik, Mark, Nadia, Shamar, Shaquan, Sonia an…
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Dec 12, 2017
Playing Beats in Drumline with Carzel, Charmiane, Sonia, Alfred, Keenan
Alfred and Keenan talk with Carzel, Charmiane and Sonia about their passion for playing in drumline, staying focused, and performing beats. Featuring demos by Carzel, Charmiane and Sonia and original beats by Carzel.
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Dec 12, 2017
Jazz Musician Chris Greene with Mark
Mark-Avery Dickens interviews jazz saxophonist and composer Chris Greene about the power of music to change someone's mood, how to make money as a musician, and how to turn your hobbies into a career.
Find Chris and check out his music at http://www.ChrisGreeneJazz.com.
This episode was produced by Mark-Avery Dickens and Carzel Brown.
In season 2, we are exploring power and beauty.
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Nov 22, 2017
Thanksgiving Special & Announcing Season 2
Season 2 production is in full swing for December release and our new student producers take a moment to share their Thanksgiving meal menus, traditions and what they are most thankful for.
Can you guest what's #1 on the gratitude list?
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of digital media producer, Andrea Klunder, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 2 features interviews and stories about power and beauty.
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Season 2 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Amelia, Carzel, Charmiane, Christopher, Keenan, Malik, Mark, Nadia, Shamar, Shaquan, Sonia, and Zamire with mentorship from Andrea Klunder.
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Aug 10, 2017
Behind the Scenes of our Podcast Tech Program
Genaro and Beatrice take us behind the scenes to a day in the life of our Podcast Tech program.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of digital media producer, Andrea Klunder, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 1 features interviews with local professionals on Cool Careers, advice for How to Get a Job, Bullying stories and strategies, Music & Dance, a featured interview with Chicago-based hip hop artist SamIAm the MC, and the reality of living with "Disabilities."
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Season 1 is produced by Alfred, Beatrice, Charmiane, Christopher, Damon, Genaro, Jasper, and Nadia with mentorship from Andrea Klunder and Laura Burgess.
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Aug 10, 2017
Hip-Hop Artist SamIAm the MC with Alfred & Christopher
Christopher and Alfred interview Chicago-based hip-hop artist and rapper SamIAm the MC about the golden age of hip-hop, the music industry, and what it takes to be successful.
You can find follow SamIAm on Twitter and Facebook. Download his music on SoundCloud.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of digital media producer, Andrea Klunder, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 1 features interviews with local professionals on Cool Careers, advice for How to Get a Job, Bullying stories and strategies, Music & Dance, a featured interview with Chicago-based hip hop artist SamIAm the MC, and the reality of living with "Disabilities…
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Aug 10, 2017
Bullying with Genaro, Beatrice, Christopher, Charmiane
Genaro, Beatrice, and Christopher tell their personal bullying experiences. Charmiane shares tips on what to do if you or someone you know is being bullied.
Check out Stomp Out Bullying to learn more.
http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of digital media producer, Andrea Klunder, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 1 features interviews with local professionals on Cool Careers, advice for How to Get a Job, Bullying stories and strategies, Music & Dance, a featured interview with Chicago-based hip hop artist SamIAm the MC, and the reality of living with "Disabilities."
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Aug 10, 2017
How to Get a Job with Damon, April, Jasper, Nadia
Damon asks our production team what kind of job they want after high school. Special guest April interviews Ms. Cardena in the main office and Principal Parker about their first jobs. Jasper and Nadia interview Ray Graham Training Center job coaches Mrs. Buckner and Mrs. Howard about what kinds of jobs you can get during school and what you need to know before you apply.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of digital media producer, Andrea Klunder, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 1 features interviews with local professionals on Cool Careers, advice for How to Get a Job, Bullying stories and strategies, Music & Dance, a f…
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Aug 9, 2017
Cool Careers - Film Producer, Actor, Chef, Michael Jackson Tribute Artist
What does it take to be successful in your career? We speak with Film Producer Edwin Ruiz, Actor Terri Hudson, Chef Melissa Humphrey from XO Marshmallow, and Rico Michael Jackson Tribute Artist.
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Damon interviews Edwin Ruiz, Film Producer at Mondo Machine.
Alfred interviews Chicago-based Actor Terri Lynne Hudson.
Nadia, Charmiane and Genaro interview Pasty Chef Melissa Humphrey of XO Marshmallow.
Beatrice interviews Rico Michael Jackson Tribute Artist.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of digital media producer, Andrea Klunder, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 1 features interviews with local professionals on Cool Car…
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Aug 9, 2017
Music and Dance with Jasper, Alfred, Genaro, Beatrice
Our production team weighs in on the best music of the summer with Jasper, Alfred interviews Genaro about how he learned to make music online, and Beatrice reveals how she learned to dance so well.
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Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of digital media producer, Andrea Klunder, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 1 features interviews with local professionals on Cool Careers, advice for How to Get a Job, Bullying stories and strategies, Music & Dance, a featured interview with Chicago-based hip hop artist SamIAm the MC, and the reality of living with "Disabilities."
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Season 1 is produced by Alfred, Beatrice, Charmiane, Christop…
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Aug 9, 2017
Living With "Disabilities" with Christopher and Genaro
Christopher gets a new set of wheels and Genaro shares how he learned he has autism. http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com
Power Your Story is made for students by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of digital media producer, Andrea Klunder, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us.
Season 1 features interviews with local professionals on Cool Careers, advice for How to Get a Job, Bullying stories and strategies, Music & Dance, a featured interview with Chicago-based hip hop artist SamIAm the MC, and the reality of living with "Disabilities."
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Season 1 is produced by Alfred, Beatrice, Charmiane, Christopher, Damon, Genaro, Jasper, and Nadia with mentorship from Andrea Klunder and Laura Burgess.
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Aug 7, 2017
Welcome to Power Your Story Podcast
Power Your Story is a podcast made for students by students with diverse learning challenges at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago, with production support from After School Matters and The Creative Impostor Studios.
Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of digital media producer, Andrea Klunder, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to them like music, art, jobs and careers, bullying, the reality of living with "disabilities," and more.
Season 1 is produced by Alfred, Beatrice, Charmiane, Christopher, Damon, Genaro, Jasper, and Nadia.
These are stories about real life.
We hope you learn something new by listening. Peace.
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Cover Art by Emmanuel Johnston, from Ms. Yuridia Trujillo's Digital Media program through After School Matters.
Theme Music by Tanita Abrahamson and Andy Abrahamson, students of Ms. JoVia Armstrong's Sound…
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