Talking FACS

Host:  Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky

Guest: Kelly May, Senior Extension Associate for Family Finance and Resource Management

Season 6, Episode 30

How much do you know about what is in your credit file?  On this episode of Talking FACS, Kelly May shares information about ways you might be able to improve your file with a couple of short term alternative options. As she cautions, the best advice to anyone who wants a solid credit file, is to ensure that you pay bills on time and keep credit balances low.

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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky 

Guest: Alex Elswick, PhD Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery

Season 6, Episode 29

Many of the great thinkers of our time have said that "Knowledge is power!" When it comes to cannabis,  how much do you know? Dispelling myths and providing knowledge is Dr. Alex Elwick's goal for this episode of Talking FACS. 

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Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky

Guest: Lindi Campbell, Breath of Hope KY, Inc.

Season 6, Episode 28

January is Radon Action Month. Experts say that lung cancer affects Kentuckians at rates 50% higher than the national average.  The second leading cause of lung cancer is radon.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Lindi Huffman shares her story as a lung cancer survivor who was not considered at risk for developing lung cancer because she was not a smoker.  She advocates for policy change to change the landscape of lung cancer causes in our state.

For more radon information:

Breath of Hope KY, Inc.

Radon in Kentucky (video)

Radon QuickFacts  Bridging Research Efforts and Advocacy Toward Healthy Environments

Kentucky's Radon Program

Radon Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky

Guest: Terra Armstrong, Licensed Genetic Counselor, UK Markey Cancer Center

Cancer Conversations Episode 50

Genetic counseling can be an important component of cancer care for people who have been diagnosed with certain cancers.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations, Terra Armstrong shares about the benefits of genetic counseling for cancer patients and their families, especially when they have been diagnosed with specific types of cancer.

Genetic Counseling Resources:

The National Society of Genetic Counselers

     website

Genetic Counseling at Markey Cancer Center

    website

Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center

Online Markey Cancer Center

On Facebook @UKMarkey

On Twitter @UKMarkey

Host: Jennifer Hunter, PhD Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 

Guests:  Caroline Francis, EdS Director of UK Alumni Career Services and Amy Gamblin, MS Associate Director of UK Alumni Career Services

Season 6, Episode 27

Networking is key to career growth. It moves beyond small talk to real connections with people who can help you advance along your career path.  Caroline Francis and Amy Gamblin, from University of Kentucky Alumni Career Services, join Talking FACS to share about the real benefits of networking and how it can impact your career.

For more information visit the UK Alumni Association:

Website

Facebook

Job Club

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Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 

Guest: Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health

Season 6, Episode 26

What we eat impacts many facets of our lives.  Choosing what we eat to strengthen our bones begins early and lasts a life time.  Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf outlines many ways we can reduce our risk of developing osteoporosis through diet choices.

Learn more about osteoporosis and food choices:

Strong Bones for Life publication

International Osteoporosis Foundation

          Calcium Factsheet

          Nutrition Factsheet

          Exercise Recommendations

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Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky

Guest: Dr. Nichole Huff, Extension Specialist for Family Finance and Resource Management

Season 6, Episode 25

We have become an "on demand" society, but this convenience comes at a price. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff discusses the real cost of convenience, both to our wallets and to the other things we might be sacrificing so that we can have things delivered directly as soon as we want them.

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Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky

Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health

Season 6, Episode 24

On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking reminds us that when it comes to outdoor play, there is no such thing as bad weather if we are properly prepared.  She shares tips for ensuring that children can play outdoors in all seasons with the right clothing choices.

To connect with FCS Extension:

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Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky  

Guest: LaToya Drake, Program Coordinator, Kentucky Nutrition Education Program

Season 6, Episode 23

Hunger is an everyday reality for many Kentuckians.  As school shut down for winter holidays, too often children who eat most of their meals at school might wonder when they will eat their next meal. LaToya Drake, Program Coordinator with Kentucky Nutrition Education Programs shares resources that are available across the state for those who are living with food insecurity.  She also provides strategies for those who are able to help their neighbors in need.

To locate your local Cooperative Extension office, click the link below:

Kentucky Extension Offices

To connect with the KY Nutrition Education Program

Plan Eat Move Website

KYNEP on Facebook

To connect with FCS Extension:

UK FCS Website

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FCS Learning Channel

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky

Guest: Michael Goskey, Licensed Genetic Counselor, UK Markey Cancer Center

Cancer Conversations Episode 49

Genetic counseling might be a new term to some or might sound scary to others.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Michael Goskey brings genetic counseling to light and shares some very common uses for this field. He also discusses some of the perceived barriers and helps to alleviate concerns that listeners might have about seeking genetic counseling.

Genetic Counseling resources:

The National Society of Genetic Counselors

Finding a genetic counselor

Billing and Insurance/protection

Markey Genetic Counseling

Pediatrics and Metabolism

Prenatal Genetics

Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center

Online Markey Cancer Center

On Facebook @UKMarkey

On Twitter @UKMarkey