Talking FACS

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

Guest: Dr. Kerri Ashurst, Extension Specialist for Family and Relationship Development

Episode 13, Season 4

Getting a cancer diagnosis is scary and sometimes the last thing we think about is our own mental health.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Kerri Ashurst discusses the importance of prioritizing your mental health after receiving that diagnosis so that you can handle all the other issues that surround caring for your physical health.

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

Finding ways to save money is often the goal for homeowners.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff explores the concept of smart home technology.  She explains the various ways homeowners can maximize savings while accessing new features to improve efficiency.

Special Edition Episode: MoneyWi$e 5, Season 4

For more information about MoneyWi$e habits, visit:

MoneyWi$e Newsletter

MoneyWi$e Website

MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Energy Star

Internal Revenue Service

Kentucky Revenue Service

Local IRS Office Finder

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

Guest: Dr. Dolph Dawson, Director, Graduate Periodontology, UK College of Dentistry

KY Smiles Episode 2

On this episode of Kentucky Smiles, Dr. Dolph Dawson shares the important connection between our oral health and our overall general health.  He explains how infections and inflammation in the mouth affect other parts of the body and contribute to chronic and acute illnesses.

For more information:

Dentistry | UK HealthCare

UK Dentistry on Facebook

UK Dentistry on Twitter

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

Guest: Dr. Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health

Episode 12, Season 4

On a previous show, Dr. Natalie Jones shared about the Social Determinant of Health.  On this episode, she breaks down the built environment category and explores all the factor that can impact our health based on where we live, work, play and worship.

For more information:

Explore the CDC: Social Determinants of Health: Know What Affects Health

HealthyPeople.gov. Social Determinants of Health

Healthy People 2030, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

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

Guest: Dr. David Weisenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development

Episode 11, Season 4

Practicing gun safety protects everyone in your home, especially those who have not been properly trained in the use of fire arms. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. David Weisenhorn shares some basic, practical safety tips that can protect those you love from gun related accidents.

For more information about the 4-H Shooting Sports program, click the link below:

4-H Shooting Sports

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

Guest: Dr. Nathan Vanderford, UK College of Medicine, Department of Toxicology and Cancer Biology and Markey Cancer Center

Special Edition Series - Cancer Conversations Episode 28

Dr. Nathan Vanderford joins Dr. Jennifer Hunter on Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS as they discuss The S.H.E. in Oncology program.  SHE specifically targeted young women with an interest in science and medicine, who identify as underrepresented in the sciences (i.e., racial or ethnic minority, low income, first-generation college-bound, and/or living with a disability). 

Connect with the UK Markey Center

Online Markey Cancer Center

On Facebook @UKMarkey

On Twitter @UKMarkey

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

Guests: Dr. Alaine Reschke-Hernandez, Assistant Professor of Music Therapy and Affiliate Faculty in Gerontology, and Erica Gabriel, Doctoral Candidate in Musical Arts, Alltech Scholarship Recipient, and Lyman T. Johnson Fellow

Episode 10, Season 4

Our guests, Dr. Reschke-Hernandez and Erica Gabriel discuss how music therapy can impact the lives of those who are experiencing many different life situations.  Dr. Reschke-Hernandez also explains an study that is currently being conducted in conjunction with the College of Social Work to explore how music can impact the lives of older adults. 

If you or someone you know would be interested in participating in the study, contact Dr. Allison Gibson through the email or phone number provided below.

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

Guests: Karen Hill, Kentucky Extension Homemaker President and Kelly May, KEHA State Advisor

The Kentucky Extension Homemaker Association is leading, learning and serving in communities across Kentucky.  As we celebrate KEHA Week, KEHA President Karen Hill and Kelly May share about the benefits of being a member and getting involved in this vibrant organization.

Special Edition Episode, Season 4

To find out about KEHA in your county, visit:

Local county websiteKEHA websiteKEHA Facebook page @OfficialKEHA

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

Creating goals for building savings is a great way to ensure that you actually do it!  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff shares tips and tricks for finding extra money to add to savings.  She advocates for breaking down savings goals into manageable chunks.

Special Edition Episode: MoneyWi$e 4, Season 4

For more information about MoneyWi$e habits, visit:

MoneyWi$e Newsletter

MoneyWi$e Website

MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

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

Guest: Dr. Jim Hartsfield, E. Preston Hicks Endowed Professor of Orthodontics and Oral Health Research, UK College of Dentistry

KY Smiles Episode 1

Welcome to the latest Talking FACS collaboration, Kentucky Smiles on Talking FACS.  Through these podcast shows, presented in partnership with the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, we will share important topics and issues related to dental health.

On this episode, Dr. Jim Hartsfield shares information about genetic conditions that affect our teeth and mouth.  He explains dental problems that many people experience but may not have realized were related to genetics.

For more information:

Dr. Jim Hartsfield Faculty & Staff | The College of Dentistry

Dentistry | UK HealthCare

UK Dentistry on Facebook

UK Dentistry on Twitter

Related articles:

Tooth Agenesis - NORD (National Organization of Rare Disorders)

Abnormalities of Teeth University of Missouri, Kansas City umkc.org