Talking FACS

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

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

Season 5, Episode 9

On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Alex Elswick relates Harm Reduction/harm reduction to real life activities and events.  He shares the impact harm reduction strategies can have on individuals, families, and communities.

For more information about Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, visit us at one of our local UK Cooperative Extension Offices or online through any of the sites listed below.

Kentucky Extension Offices

UK FCS Website

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

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

Season 5, Episode 8

Dr. Alex Elswick joins Talking FACS to discuss Harm Reduction from a policy approach and from a personal approach.  He discusses the steps we can take personally to reduce the harm of drugs in and around our homes and communities.  He also addresses the policies that our communities can support to help those who use drugs reduce the harm that these substance have upon them.  Join us for this enlightening and engaging discussion.

For more information about Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, visit us at one of our local UK Cooperative Extension Offices or online through any of the sites listed below.

Kentucky Extension Offices

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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

MoneyWi$e Episode 3, Season 5

Planning for retirement is important no matter your life stage.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff discusses the importance of retirement planning at the beginning of the process and when you are ready to start making withdrawals.

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

Guests: Dr. Timothy Mullett, Medical Director and Professor of Thoracic Surgery and Ms. Cheri Tolle, Deputy Director, UK Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network (MCCAN)

Cancer Conversations Episode 35

Community hospitals collaborate with the UK Markey Cancer Center to allow patients to stay close to home for high quality cancer care. On this episode of Cancer Conversations, Dr. Tim Mullett and Cheri Tolle from the UK Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network (MCCAN) share how everyone (from the patients and families, to the healthcare providers, to Markey Cancer Center, up to the community) benefits from MCCAN.  They explain why the NCI cancer center designation is important and how high quality care is defined in communities.

Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS is a partnership project between Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Markey Cancer Center.

For more information about MCCAN visit:

Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network

MCCAN Annual Report

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

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

Season 5, Episode 7

Trying new things can sometimes be scary or uncomfortable. Creating a safe and positive experience at snacks and mealtime can help ease these strong reactions and support children in trying new, healthy foods.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking shares tips for introducing new foods to children that will encourage exploration.

For more information about Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, visit us at one of our local UK Cooperative Extension Offices or online through any of the sites listed below.

Kentucky Extension Offices

UK FCS Website

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

Guest: Dr. Mohamed Bazina, Assistant Professor of Dentistry with a specialty in Orthodontics, UK College of Dentistry

KY Smiles Episode 14

Many parents have questions about when to begin orthodontic treatment.  Our guest, Dr. Mohamed Bazina, shares that answer (and it might surprise you) on this episode KY Smiles on Talking FACS.  He shares useful information about conditions that are especially time sensitive for treatment and how early intervention can be beneficial.

For more information visit the American Association of Orthodotics:

AAO Information

Connect with UK College of Dentistry:

Dentistry | UK HealthCare

UK Dentistry on Facebook

UK Dentistry on Twitter

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 5, Episode 6

Dietary supplement use is growing in the United States.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf shares what dietary supplements are, how they impact our nutritional needs and overall health, and who might benefit from supplement use.  She also provides research-based information about when supplement use might be unnecessary and who to consult if you are considering supplementing your diet with these products.

For more information:

NIH Article - Dietary supplements and nutracueticals market growth during the coronavirus pandemic - Implications for consumers and regulatory oversight

Information for Consumers Using Dietary Supplements

Understanding Dietary Supplements - FDA.gov

Comprender los suplementos dietéticos - FDA.gov

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

Guest: LaToya Drake, Program Coordinator for Media and Marketing, UK Nutrition Education Program

Season 5, Episode 5

There are many resources available through Cooperative Extension to aid you in making healthy eating choices for your family.  On this episode of Talking FACS, LaToya Drake shares about the Plan. Eat. Move. Website that shares everything from meal planning tips to recipes to information about where to find your local farmers market. 

For more information, visit:

Plan. Eat. Move. Website

KY Nutrition Education Program on Facebook

KY Nutrition Education Program on YouTube

KY Nutrition Education Program on Pinterest

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

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

Season 5, Episode 4

Mealtime can be frustrating when a child says they don’t like something. Playing detective can identify easy solutions to support children in trying the foods on their plate. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking shares tips for parents to help uncover the reasons children might object to certain foods.

For more information about Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, visit us at one of our local UK Cooperative Extension Offices or online through any of the sites listed below.

Kentucky Extension Offices

UK FCS Website

FCS Facebook

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Host: Mindy McCulley, 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

MoneyWi$e Episode 2, Season 5

Do you understand the concepts involved with investing?  On this episode of Talking FACS, Kelly May breaks down the basic terminology of investing and puts it in language that we can all understand.  She gives ideas for getting started on your own investment journey.

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