LOVE Girls: The Podcast
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LOVE Girls contributors sit down with young women from the Quad Cities and beyond for intimate conversations about young adulthood, touching on difficult topics such as mental health while also having some fun along the way.LOVE Girls: The Podcast is sponsored by Dress for Success Quad Cities
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What It's Like Living In A Shelter
In this episode a teen living in a shelter during senior year shares her experience and what keeps her going. This episode is hosted by Darrionna Harrisson, Mariah Martinez and Kayla Babers.
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Nov 2, 2023
Unpacking Racial Tensions, True Crime, and Empowerment with Love Girls
In this episode of "Love Girls", Kayla, Mariah, and Dariana engage in a thought-provoking discussion on various impactful topics. They start by addressing a recent racially charged incident on a boat in Montgomery. Dariana, being a teenager, provides her perspective, expressing her disapproval of the violence while also highlighting the unacceptable disrespect towards African Americans.The conversation then takes a more somber turn as they discuss the tragic murder of 10-year old Bre'Asia Terrell in their community in 2020. Kayla shares her deep sorrow as she recalls following the trial and hearing the distressing details, emphasizing how this terrible fate could have befallen any one of them. They discuss the insensitivity of treating true crime as mere entertainment, failing to acknowledge the pain experienced by the victims and their families.The speakers also delve into the disappointing hoax kidnapping case of Carly Russell earlier in 2022. They express their frustration at how this deceitful act undermined important efforts to raise awareness about missing black women and girls. Kayla specifically voices her anger at Russell for wasting valuable resources for personal attention.Shifting gears, the discussion turns towards the societal pressures fueled by social media, particularly the influence on women to undergo cosmetic surgeries. One of the speakers shares a personal tragedy, having lost a family member during a procedure. Dariana then recounts her own experience…
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Sep 19, 2023
Nepali Girls and Sports
Our guest this episode is Sarah Van Vooreen. She is a three time Guinness World Record Holder. She is co-founder of Atoot a nonprofit in rural Nepal which avails marginalized girls equal sporting and educational opportunities. This episode is hosted by Kayla Babers and Teen host, Lola Nakashima Brooke.
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Aug 22, 2023
A Conversation About School Violence
During our Media Arts Summer Camp at Edison Junior High School in Rock Island, students produced a podcast about their thoughts on school violence. Rock Island students were joined by special guests from the Love Girls Magazine team, including Iowa Youth Poet Laureate, Lola Nakashima Brooke. Hosts: Dalaysia Dixon and Kyla Nephew.
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Jul 27, 2023
Kayla & Mariah
The mission of LGM has always been to uplift the voices of young women. To help us continue this legacy, we are welcoming a new cast of co-hosts! Mariah Martinez is a long-time volunteer of LOVE Girls Magazine. She has a passion for service, mental health and making a difference. Kayla Babers has been with LGM from the start. She works behind the scenes as a photographer and editor, and is always willing to step into whatever role needs to be filled.This episode is all about our hosts. Led by Dalaysia Dixon, you'll get insight about experiences shaped these young women into who they are today.
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Jun 1, 2023
Racial and Gender Inequities in Health Care
Dr. Angela Anderson and host, Kayla Babers, share their stories of surviving life-threatening Cardiopulmonary crises and their struggles in navigating the U.S. health-care system.This episode is hosted by Mariah Martinez, Kayla Babers and host in training, Kyla Nephew.
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May 9, 2023
"Dear Martin" Book Review with Author Nic Stone
Podcast hosts talk about the New York Times Bestseller, "Dear Martin" with fans and author, Nic stone. This episode is hosted by Kayla Babers and Mariah Martinez.
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Apr 12, 2023
Maritza's Story
16-year-old Maritza Cervantes requires a wheelchair, but refuses to let that stop her from pursuing her dream of a career in fashion and modeling. This episode is hosted by Kayla Babers and Mariah Martinez. Hosts in training are Aviana Acton and Brianna Haney.
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Mar 28, 2023
A conversation with Essence W. from - So You Think You Can Dance
Essence W. talks with the LGM team about the excitement and challenges of pursuing a career in dance. The hosts are Kayla Babers and Mariah Martinez. The hosts in training are Kyla Nephew and Dalaysia Dixon.
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Mar 14, 2023
Women in the Civil Rights Movement
The Love Girls Magazine team welcomes Dr. Noelle Trent from the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, TN. Hosted by Kayla Babers and Mariah Martinez. Hosts in training: Kyla Nephew.
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Feb 1, 2023
Behind the Scenes with L'Oreal Paris: Part 2
On this episode of Love Girls: The Podcast, the LGM squad considers how art can change your life. The team talks to Jennie Lobato, founder of Draw Change and L'Oreal Paris, woman of Worth Honoree. This episode is hosted by Mariah Martinez, Brianna Haney and Dalaysia Dixon.
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Jan 13, 2023
Behind the Scenes with L'Oreal Paris
Love Girls Magazine founder, Jasmine Babers, discusses the manifestation of dreams and behind the scenes details from the L'Oreal Paris Women of Worth Celebration. Hosts include Mariah Martinez, Brianna Haney and Dalaysia Dixon.
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Nov 4, 2022
Representation in Movies
The Love Girls team tackles the topic of representation in the movies with Makhia Smith, Bluff City Essay Contest winner and fall 22 cover girl. This episode is hosted by Mariah Martinez, Brianna Haney, and Dalaysia Dixon.
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Sep 30, 2022
Sisters in Business
LGM has a heart to heart talk with entrepreneurs, Tricia, Fran, and Sarah! These sisters own Polished Hair Lounge, What A Gem Home Decor & Gifts and Me & Billy Kitchen and Bar. This episode is hosted by Mariah Martinez, Dalaysia Dixon and Brianna Haney.
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Sep 7, 2022
Living with Type 1: Teen to Teacher
Alysa Goethe is living with Type 1 Diabetes. She was diagnosed in middle school and now she advocates for others as she begins her first year as a middle school teacher.
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Apr 14, 2022
Meet JUNO the Artist
On this episode JUNO has a heart to heart talk with the LGM team about finding your passion and chasing your dreams.
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Mar 31, 2022
The Truth about Chronic Kidney Disease
The Love Girls Magazine team sits down with the Quad City Links to discuss the Black K.A.R.E initiative, a program working to create awareness about Kidney Health. This conversation includes the personal stories of transplant recipients Kenneth Porter and Georgina Hicks. This episode is hosted by Teresa Babers, Dalaysia Dixon and Brianna Haney.
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Mar 25, 2022
Our self-esteem matters
Join Daisy Moran and Chef keys for a discussion with the Love Girls team about overcoming the hardships of growing up and finding self-love. This episode includes conversations about multiple traumas including sexual assault and mental health. The show is hosted by Dalaysia Dixon, Briana Haney and Teresa Babers.
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Feb 25, 2022
Diet and Body Image
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Jan 11, 2022
Literacy and the Power of Representation
On this episode of Love Girls: The Podcast we are joined by Kayla Babers, Project Manager for the African American Leadership Society and Valencia Perkins, former teacher from Memphis, Tennessee to talk about literacy and representation among students of color.
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