This episode of ListenUp examines the ins and outs of the foster care system. Mike and StandUp for Kids-Orange County’s Rich Vedas go in-depth about what it’s like to be a foster parent and committing to such a decision.

This episode of ListenUp shares the stories of those currently academically impacted by the ongoing crisis. Mike and current youth at StandUp for Kids-Orange County Natzumy and Lupita discuss the changes that COVID-19 has forced on students and the difficulties that have come from such drastic adjustments.

This episode of ListenUp discusses the impact of COVID-19 on families. Mike and StandUp for Kids-Orange County’s Kim Severini discuss the pre and post-Covid world and the creative solutions that non-profits have taken to help provide for at-risk youth.

This episode of ListenUp discusses the impact of COVID-19 on families. Mike and StandUp for Kids-Orange County’s Kim Severini discuss the pre- and post-Covid world and the creative solutions that non-profits have taken to help provide for at-risk youth.

This episode of ListenUp features the poignant story of Dilan, a former youth of StandUp for Kids - Orange County. Mike and Dilan discuss the rough beginnings of his life and his remarkable development into an ambitious college student with big dreams.

This episode of Listen Up sees StandUp for Kids - Orange County’s Executive Director Justine Palmore come on to explain the challenges of leading a non-profit volunteer-driven organization. Mike and Justine discuss what day-to-day operations looks like and how StandUp for Kids maximizes its impact in helping youth.

This episode of ListenUp explores the origins of youth homelessness and this issue specifically in Orange County. Mike and StandUp for Kids - Orange County’s Director of Operations Carlia Oldfather discuss why so many find themselves on the streets and what non-profits like StandUp for Kids are doing to help support those in need.

The first episode of StandUp for Kids-Orange County’s new podcast ListenUp shares the emotional story of Alex, a current youth of the organization who was formerly homeless. Alex and host Michael Olson discuss the difficulties of being homeless and tackle some of the misconceptions on those who find themselves living on the streets.

Michael and Carlia talk about the nuances of youth homelessness. They unpack a lot of what happens as a homeless youth in Orange County and what a lot of these kids go through on a day to day basis.