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🎙️ Podcast Description:
In the heartwarming finale of the Joyful Rebellion 2025 season, the STEAM Box youth at Highlander Charter School are joined by Little Bear, Rhode Island’s favorite therapy dog, and his emotional support human, Amy. This moving episode explores how loss can shape us and how healing sometimes shows up on four paws.

Special guests Tim Draper from Navigant Credit Union and Derek Collamati from STEAM Box join the powerful discussion of grief, growth, and transformation. From rescuing Little Bear to honoring the memories of those we've lost, this conversation dives deep into how wellness, resilience, and love insect and intersect.

Come for the emotional support dog, stay for the life lessons. 🐾❤️

🎧 Listen, reflect, and heal with us.

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In Joyful Rebellion 2025 Episode 3, the STEAM Box youth from Highlander Charter School welcome powerful mental health advocate Sandra Victorino to the mic. Together, they confront a world that too often devalues people based on their race, identity, or sexuality—and they push back with honesty, resilience, and a little righteous rage.

Sandra introduces the youth to EMDR therapy as a powerful tool for healing trauma. The group reflects on the most recent Joyful Rebellion event, and the painful truth about being treated as less than human—especially when your skin is dark.

This episode is about identity, joy, pain, power, and rebellion. It’s also a reminder: healing is radical. Being yourself is resistance. And you are not alone.

Trigger Warning: Topics include racism, identity-based trauma, and discrimination.

 #JoyfulRebellion #IdentityMatters #EMDR #MentalHealthAwareness #BeYou #PrideAndPower #HealingIsResistance #YouthVoices #QueerJoy #BlackAndBrownExcellence #TherapyIsCool #JoyIsRadical #StopRacism #MentalWellness #LGBTQYouth #RebelWithLove #SandraVictorino #BIPOCHealing

In Episode 2 of the Joyful Rebellion 2025 season, the STEAM Box youth at Highlander Charter School are joined by psychologist Julio Sabater, who breaks down the importance of wellness and the science behind mental health screenings.

Also joining the discussion are Jeff Bradley from Bristol County Savings Bank and STEAM Box’s own Derek Collamati, bringing powerful insight on how community partnerships and accessible tools can help youth recognize when it’s time to ask for help.

Together, they explore questions like:
 – Why do wellness checks matter?
 – What are we missing when we don’t talk about mental health?
 – Who do psychologists look to for emotional support?

🎧 This is a must-listen for anyone who believes that checking in on your mind is just as important as checking in on your body.

 #JoyfulRebellion #MindCheck #MentalHealthMatters #YouthWellness #WellnessScreening #PsychologyTalk #CommunityCare #BristolCountySavings #STEAMBoxPodcast #SabaterLab #TeenMentalHealth #WholeStudentApproach #MentalWellness

🚨 Trigger Warning: This episode contains intense discussion around trauma and recovery.

The Joyful Rebellion 2025 season kicks off with a powerful episode as coma survivor Heidi Garcia and her nephew, Twitch streamer- Cameron, join the STEAM Box youth at Young Voices. Heidi shares her unbelievable journey—from slipping into a month-long coma (caused by something many of us do regularly) to losing her vision—and how it transformed her outlook on mental wellness and self-care and the value of time.

Hear how AI and tech help her navigate the world today, and whether being blind gave her unexpected superpowers. This is not just a story of survival—it’s a testament to resilience, humor, and the power of perspective.

🎧 Buckle up for one of our most emotional and inspiring episodes yet.

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What would the perfect school look like? Professor Kristina Lamour-Sansone of Reciprocity RI joins the STEAM Box youth from Highlander Charter School to explore what makes a truly ideal learning environment. From classroom design to mental wellness support, hear what students really need to thrive in their own utopian school. This is a must-listen for educators, students, and anyone passionate about the future of learning!

 #STEAMBoxPodcast #FutureOfEducation #UtopianSchool #StudentVoices #ReciprocityRI #EducationMatters #YouthLed #InnovativeLearning #PerfectClassroom #STEAMPunks

The STEAM Punks from Highlander Charter School sit down with Colleen Kenyon, the education wizard with NPR and PBS, for an unforgettable conversation! We talk about the lasting impact of Mr. Rogers, the STEAM Box mixed reactions to Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, the challenges in education today, and how PBS continues to shape young minds. Plus, Colleen drops wisdom and life advice that the youth won’t soon forget. Tune in for insights, inspiration, and maybe even a little nostalgia!

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For the first time since Club Ambition, the STEAM Box podcast hands over the mic—this time our host is Akeem Lloyd, director of A Leadership Journey! Akeem completely takes over the show, guiding youth from Highlander Charter School through an energetic, insightful conversation about leadership, community, and what it means to uplift the next generation. Join us for for laughs, inspiration, and maybe a little rebellion.

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STEAM Box youth from Highlander Charter School sit down with local justice advocate, artist, and Director of The Womxn Project, Jocelyn Foye! In this inspiring episode, Jocelyn breaks down why advocacy matters, especially when it comes to uplifting women and marginalized communities. She also gives us an inside look at her upcoming art exhibit, Advocacy is Love, and how she uses art as a tool for change. Don’t miss this powerful conversation about activism, creativity, Twin Peaks, I am Groot, Yellowjackets and fighting for a better future!

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For the finale of the Mangu Con Salami 2025 series, STEAM Box youth from Highlander Charter School flip the script on the red flag conversation! This time, Angela from the Katie Brown Educational Program helps us look inward—what red flags are we bringing into relationships? Are we toxic? Do we communicate well? Are we guilty of 🚩 behavior? The youth get real, raw, and reflective in this powerful final episode. And don’t forget—our guest announcer is straight out of the Crystal Gems!

#ManguConSalami #RedFlags #SelfReflection #ToxicTraits #AreWeTheProblem #KatieBrownEducationalProgram #RelationshipTalk #TeenPerspectives #GrowthMindset #CrystalGems #STEAMBoxPodcast #YoungVoices #HealthyLove #PodcastFinale

In episode 3 of the Mangu Con Salami 2025 series, STEAM Box youth from Central Falls talk with Mandy from the Katie Brown Educational Program to dive into the messy world of jealousy. Is it ever okay to have a burner account for spying? Where’s the line between concern and control? The youth bring real talk, wild scenarios, and hard truths to the table in this deep (and sometimes hilarious) discussion. Plus, today’s guest announcer is straight out of the Crystal Gems—you won’t want to miss this!

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