Talking FACS

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

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

Episode 36, Season 2

Finding healthy eating options when you are out and about can sometimes be a challenge.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Dr. Courtney Luecking to explore ways to head off what can sometimes be an obstacle to making healthier eating choices.

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

Guest: Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health

Episode 35, Season 2

COPD is a disease that many people have but may not even realize they have it.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Natalie Hunter to gain an understanding of COPD, which affects many Kentuckians.  They explore some of the symptoms and steps you can take to prevent the disease.

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

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

Episode 34, Season 2

It's still cold outside, but now is the time to start planning for summer vacations.  Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Kelly May to discuss great ways to save money and get the best deals on your family vacations, whether they are in spring, summer, fall or winter.

For more information:

MoneyWi$e Newsletters - The newsletters in June and August, 2018 and May 2016 offer related tips for vacation planning.

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

Guests:  Caroline Francis, Director of Alumni Career Services and Amanda Schagane, Associate Director of Alumni Career Services

Episode 33, Season 2

Whether you are new to the job search or have a wide range of experience, your resume is a potential employer's first opportunity to get a "look" at you!  Dr. Caroline Francis and Amanda Schagane from Alumni Career Services return to talk with Dr. Jennifer Hunter about ways to keep your resume relevant and fresh so that you will catch the eye of employers.

Visit Alumni Career Services online.

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

Guest: Dr. Michael Cavnar, Surgical Oncologist and Assistant Professor of Surgery, UK Markey Cancer Center

Special Edition Series – Cancer Conversations Episode 14

Many people are familiar with breast cancer or lung cancer because it seems that we hear about it frequently.  But, pancreatic cancer is the 4th most common cancer in men and women.  In this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Dr. Michael Cavnar sits down with Dr. Jennifer Hunter to talk about pancreatic cancer.  He shares some of the warning signs, as well as, information about post-diagnosis and treatment teams. 

Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center:

Online Markey Cancer Center

On Facebook @UKMarkey

On Twitter @UKMarkey

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

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

Episode 32, Season 2

Whether you call it SAD or the Winter Blues or simply feeling down, seasonal depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder is an issue for many people.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Dr. Kerri Ashurst to explore some techniques for combating the effects of seasonal depression. 

For further information:

Mental Health America|S.A.D.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

Helping A Loved One Cope with S.A.D.

Self Care for the Winter Blues

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

Guest: Dr. Ellen Hahn, Professor and Director,  BREATHE (Bridging Research Efforts and Advocacy Toward Healthy Environments)  Program University of Kentucky College of Nursing and Director of UK CARES (Center for Appalachian Research in Environmental Sciences)

Episode 31, Season 2

How much do you know about radon?  In this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Dr. Ellen Hahn to talk all about radon.  How radon gets into our homes, how radon can impact our health, how to get your home tested for radon and who to call to help you get rid of it, are all part of this important discussion.

For more information:

BREATHE|See Blue

Quick Facts about Radon

County Radon Data

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

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

Episode 30, Season 2

When your children ask for something to drink, what is your go to?  In this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking sits down with Dr. Jennifer Hunter to share drinks that should be first choice drinks for your little ones.  Whether you are a parent, a grandparent, or a caregiver this important discussion will provide guidance about  the drinks and nourishment you provide to growing bodies.

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

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

Episode 29, Season 2

Now is a great time to start planning for the distribution of your assets after you have passed away.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter and Kelly May, talk about the considerations you'll want to reflect on to ensure that everything goes the way you intend.  It's never too early to start estate planning.

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