America gained the nickname "culture melting-pot" years ago, but now our country has matured and gained its own "mainstream" culture. In today's episode, Emi and I discuss how second-generation teenagers feel about preserving our parent's culture against the majority. From dedicating hours weekly for years to learn the language to continuing unique holiday traditions, what makes all this effort worth it?

In this episode, we talked with our school psychologist Hannah Kreps about student mental health. We dove deep into current student issues we have and talked about ways to cope with our stressful world and school environment. We've also talked about ways you can seek help if needed.

To start off our new series, "Career Day," we talk to a recent Harvard Graduate about his experiences in college, including his international internships and first job. It can be stressful when faced with weighty decisions such as which college to attend or career path to take. In the end though, are these choices as set in stone as the picture academia paints for us? 

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In this episode, we discuss how COVID-19 has impacted music making in school programs. Mr. Temple, a high-school band conductor, provides some advice on how to continue making music during quarantine for musicians of all levels and how non-musicians can support professionals as performances are no longer a viable source of income. Finally, listen to the end for some recommendations the GenZFrenZ community has compiled and a special festive surprise!

Research for this episode: https://www.nme.com/news/music/music-streaming-numbers-in-the-us-are-down-during-coronavirus-pandemic-2634037

Students, check. Administrator, check. I wonder who we forgot to ask about school reopenings... Of course, teachers! To get the inside scoop of a high school teacher's perspective of this year as we approach the end of first semester, listen to this episode with Mrs. Kelsh, a dedicated teacher and caring advisor. "You are never sending information one way, it's like a dialogue."

In this week's episode, we will be speaking with Anna, a medical school student at Northwestern University about her experiences in medical school, especially during this pandemic.