Minor Issues

Minor Issues

By Lilley HalloranSociety & Culture
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Minor Issues episodes

  • A Feminist Conversation

    This week, Lilley talks about feminism and the way women are treated with her friend Cecilia. They cover some of the big issues surrounding women in society, including how they're treated at work, their portrayal in the media, and America's problems with sexual assault. 

    Because feminism is SO broad, you can look for more episodes on it in the future, but this is a great introduction. Have a great week everyone! 

    To learn more about Minor Issues, follow us on Instagram @minorissuespodcast or visit our website: minorissues.carrd.co. 

    10 min
  • Back to School?

    As COVID cases rise, people all across the country are debating how to start the school year. Is virtual learning smarter, or should schools re-open? That's the question Lilley tackles this week with two of her classmates, Elham and Sophie, who have different opinions on the matter. The media has shared the thoughts of politicians, school boards, and doctors on going back to school, but the students don't really have a voice in the matter. So, in this episode you can hear the arguments from the students themselves -- one who favors going back to school and who doesn't. Thanks for tuning in!

    To learn more about Minor Issues, visit our website minorissues.carrd.co!

    12 min
  • College in America

    At some point you've probably wondered why college is so expensive. Or you want to know what colleges to apply to and how to get in. Maybe you're curious to know how COVID-19 is affecting the schools. Lilley has had all these questions too; so this week she interviewed her friend Noor to talk about all things college in America. Enjoy! 

    Next week's episode is about re-opening school, and we want to hear your thoughts! Send a voice message at anchor.fm/minorissues/message to be featured in the podcast! 

    10 min
  • Being Biracial

    This week, Lilley interviews her friend Zahra about what it's like to be biracial. They also talk about what border identities are, explain micro-aggressions, code-switching, and offer some advice on how teenagers can help solve the issues surrounding biracial people. 

    Send Minor Issues a voice message about something you're interested in, to be featured in the podcast at anchor.fm/minorissues/message. Have a great week, everyone!

    13 min
  • Pandemic Planet

    Join Lilley and her friend Sam this week to learn more about how the pandemic is affecting our environment. Is it good or bad? How have the animals been affected? And of course, hear some advice on how teenagers can be more earth-conscious. 

    11 min
  • The Criminal (In)Justice System

    This week, Lilley talks with her friend Audrey, who interned at the ACLU, about the criminal justice system (and why it may not be so just). She speaks to some of the many flaws with the system; and shares helpful information about how teens can get involved, stay informed, and protect themselves when encountering police officers. 

    To learn more about the Mobile Justice app, where you can record incidents with police: https://www.aclu.org/issues/criminal-law-reform/reforming-police/aclu-apps-record-police-conduct

    Have a great week! 

    16 min
  • Sixteen in Quarantine
    This week, Lilley talks with her friend Avonelle about turning sixteen in quarantine and how the pandemic is affecting our mental health. What are ways we can stay positive? How can we navigate the virus and stay connected with friends? And, how do we feel about going back to school in the fall? To learn more about Minor Issues, visit minorissues.carrd.co. 
    Song credit: The Blank Tapes, via Free Music Archive.
    17 min
  • The Economy and Equality
    This week, Lilley interviews her friend Emaline to learn about the mysteries of America's economy. How is the pandemic affecting our futures? Why is there such a large gap between the rich and the poor? Or between people of different races and genders? And of course, how can teenagers get involved? Don’t forget to visit exponentialvote.org!
    13 min
  • Black Lives Matter
    This week, Lilley steps back, and lets some black friends debrief current events, talk about police brutality and racial injustices, and explain what it’s like to be black in America. To learn more about Minor Issues, visit our website minorissues.carrd.co.
    15 min

About Minor Issues

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On Minor Issues, young people discuss world issues and give ideas for how to help out through interviews with peers, leaders, and more awesome people. Each episode is centered around a big, central…