Catch Up Crew

On today’s episode: Subway Shooting. A terrifying incident on a crowded subway leaves New Yorkers shaken. How police quickly caught up with the suspect. And, COVID Concerns Continue! Cases are once again rising around the world. How different countries are handling the BA.2 strain. Plus, we get advice from 15 year old Jayson, who’s helping animals in need! 🐶

Main sources: CNN, BBC & ABC news

How a celebration of the movies turned into a night full of turmoil. I’ll catch you up on what happened at the Oscars that has EVERYONE sharing their opinion. And... what the take over of the Taliban means for people in Afghanistan. More laws are taking away the rights of women and girls. Plus, we meet a young girl who is really ‘baking’ a difference! 👩🏻‍🍳🍪🦓

Main sources: CNN, ABCnews & NY Times

It’s Friday, which means I’m here to catch you up on the news. This week, the first black woman nominated to the supreme court faced tough questions! And, updates from Ukraine, and what a group of countries called NATO is doing to help stop the war. Plus, we meet with a teen who’s combining his 2 passions for art and science 🚀

Main sources: CNN, CBS and ABCnews

In today’s episode: Zelensky’s call for help. Ukraine’s president speaks directly to US leaders to help end the war. Plus, tired of “springing forward” only to “fall back” again!? Why all this crazy time-changing could be a thing of the past in the US 🕚 And meet the teen business owners of Maddy Bear Bakes!🍪

Main sources: NBC, CNN and NYT

What’s been happening with the war in Ukraine this week? And how is it affecting the lives of Ukrainians, Russians and your own? Plus, do we say gay!? I’ll explain a controversial new rule for schools in Florida 🏳️‍🌈 And, we sit down with two friends who write books that inspire kids fighting cancer, and comfort the people they love most ❤️

Main sources: CBS, CNN & WCJB

On this week’s episode: Disaster in Ukraine. The war with Russia rages on, sending thousands of people fleeing the country. I’ll bring you up to speed on the crisis, and on how people are helping. And, a historic first! Hear from the first black woman nominated for the US Supreme Court 👩🏾‍⚖️ Plus, meet Time Magazine’s “Kid of the Year,” Orion Jean, honored for spreading kindness!

Main sources: CNN, BBC & Jeugdjournaal

War in Europe. Russia invades Ukraine; what led up to the crisis and what it means for Ukrainians and the rest of the world. Plus, a big win for US Women’s soccer… off of the field! ⚽️ And, what’s it like to actually write a book?! Ms. Cheryl Gardner Moore was interviewed by our very own Bookworm Thamara! 🐉

Main sources: CNN, New York Times & Jeugdjournaal 

On today’s new episode I’m going to talk to you about how more and more places are loosening up COVID rules! Why some people are happy about it and others not so much... Plus, the Olympics! I’ll catch you up on some of the highlights of the past 2 weeks in Beijing, from fake ‘white stuff’ to GOLD! And, we’ll catch up with Ethan, who helps out people experiencing homelessness by providing essentials.

Main sources: New York Times, BBC & TheSkimm

Spotify Standoff! Why a podcast is causing some musicians to pull the plug on the streaming service. And, if you’re a football fan, you’ll be a fan of today’s show! From Tom Brady to NFL changes, hear the biggest stories of America’s favorite game. Plus, we’ll catch up with a young woman who’s discovered a passion for mountain biking - and is bringing more girls along for the ride! 🚴‍♀️

Main sources: NPR, Reuters & New York Times

On today’s episode I’ll tell you all about President Biden’s promise to make history with a new Supreme Court nominee.... Who will SHE be!? 👩🏾‍⚖️ And, major changes to a very stressful test! How the SAT is catching up to the 21st century. Plus, a Chicago teen with a passion for helping the homeless, and for helping you find yours!

Main sources: CNN, NPR and ABCNews