In this episode of TeenSpeak-Empowering Today's Youth, Coach T and Coach Keith sit down with 6th grader Jackie Scoby from Aliso Viejo,California. She shares her experience as a middle schooler, in a Waldorf school versus her experience in public school, impact of interactions to be an influence, growing into and understanding leadership, and more.

Jackie explained the fundamental differences between Waldorf and Public school. She mentioned that in Waldorf school, the environment encourages creativity, mindfulness and free-thinking, whereas in public school, students are taught a fixed curriculum with structured classes.

Jackie's insights and perspectives were truly inspiring. She displays a mature understanding of the world around her and the importance of personal growth and development. We believe that Jackie has the potential to be a game-changer and are excited to see where her journey takes her!

After listening to her, you will not believe that she is a middle schooler!

 About Your Hosts:

⁠⁠Keith Senzer⁠⁠ is a leadership and empowerment coach that helps teens find their true north and follow it through their words and actions, to create a more loving, accepting, responsible and committed adult who has the power to ensure their future success and heal our world.

Website: ⁠⁠https://shiftyourpower.com/⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠Instagram: @coachkeiths

⁠⁠Antwaun Thompson⁠⁠- ⁠⁠“Coach T®”⁠⁠ is a youth personal growth and development coach, author and basketball coach. Parents hire me to educate, support and inspire personal growth skills in their preteens and teens that will better prepare them by taking ownership of tools for a prosperous future. Soft skills are not a priority of the public education systems but are crucial to the success of our next generation of leaders.

Website: ⁠⁠https://coachtscorner.com/⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠Social Media Links: ⁠⁠https://withkoji.com/@Coach_Ts_Corner

Drew Bitzer is a high school junior with a lot on his plate. As a young person with a natural passion for leadership, Drew knows firsthand how important it is for today's youth to take on leadership roles, no matter how small.

In our conversation, Drew talks about his own experiences in leadership roles and how they have helped shape his character.

One thing that Drew is particularly passionate about is his take on adversity. As a young person, Drew knows that it can be tough to navigate difficult times, especially when you're still learning about the world and your place in it. But Drew is no stranger to adversity; in fact, he believes that facing struggles better prepares you for the challenges that life brings.

About Your Hosts:

⁠Keith Senzer⁠ is a leadership and empowerment coach that helps teens find their true north and follow it through their words and actions, to create a more loving, accepting, responsible and committed adult who has the power to ensure their future success and heal our world.

Website: ⁠https://shiftyourpower.com/⁠Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Instagram: @coachkeiths

⁠Antwaun Thompson⁠- ⁠“Coach T®”⁠ is a youth personal growth and development coach, author and basketball coach. Parents hire me to educate, support and inspire personal growth skills in their preteens and teens that will better prepare them by taking ownership of tools for a prosperous future. Soft skills are not a priority of the public education systems but are crucial to the success of our next generation of leaders.

Website: ⁠https://coachtscorner.com/⁠Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Social Media Links: ⁠https://withkoji.com/@Coach_Ts_Corner

Welcome to TeenSpeak! In this episode, we are thrilled to have  Rodena Bernthal join us. She is our first international guest from  Worcestershire in the UK and she has lots of incredible experiences to  share with us. Rodena will talk about her travels to the U.S., as well  as her amazing trip and stay in Thailand. Plus, don't miss hearing her  unique perspective on what challenges are facing her generation of  leaders - it's sure to be an inspiring chat! So grab a seat and get  ready for another cheerful episode of TeenSpeak with Rodena Bernthal!

About Your Hosts:

Keith Senzer is a leadership and empowerment coach that helps teens find their true north and follow it through their words and actions, to create a more loving, accepting, responsible and committed adult who has the power to ensure their future success and heal our world.

Website: https://shiftyourpower.com/Email: [email protected]Instagram: @coachkeiths

Antwaun Thompson- “Coach T®” is a youth personal growth and development coach, author and basketball coach. Parents hire me to educate, support and inspire personal growth skills in their preteens and teens that will better prepare them by taking ownership of tools for a prosperous future. Soft skills are not a priority of the public education systems but are crucial to the success of our next generation of leaders.

Website: https://coachtscorner.com/Email: [email protected]Social Media Links: https://withkoji.com/@Coach_Ts_Corner

In this episode, Keith and Coach T have a candid conversation with Daquarius Foggie, or DQ, as he is referred to by family and friends. 

A graduate of A.L. Brown high school in Kannapolis, NC., DQ was a four year participant of Coach T's nonprofit organization, JLT Fieldhouse. He then gave back to the organization by volunteering his time to help teach and coach the younger boys and girls.

He shares the challenge of being mislead by the very people trained and authorized to guide and lead him. 

We know you will enjoy the open, honest and authentic conversation that we have with DQ.

About Your Hosts:

Keith Senzer is a leadership and empowerment coach that helps teens find their true north and follow it through their words and actions, to create a more loving, accepting, responsible and committed adult who has the power to ensure their future success and heal our world.

Website: https://shiftyourpower.com/Email: [email protected]Instagram: @coachkeiths

Antwaun Thompson- “Coach T®” is a youth personal growth and development coach, author and basketball coach. Parents hire me to educate, support and inspire personal growth skills in their preteens and teens that will better prepare them by taking ownership of tools for a prosperous future. Soft skills are not a priority of the public education systems but are crucial to the success of our next generation of leaders.

Website: https://coachtscorner.com/Email: [email protected]Social Media Links: https://withkoji.com/@Coach_Ts_Corner

Join us as we hear from Caleb Smith, a senior at West Rowan high  school in North Carolina, and a long-time participant of Coach T's JLT  Fieldhouse nonprofit coaching and mentoring organization. 

Learn how Caleb has overcome the challenges associated with high school basketball and the loss of close friends. An inspiring story about determination, courage & resilience.

About Your Hosts:

Keith Senzer is a leadership and empowerment coach that helps teens find their true north and follow it through their words and actions, to create a more loving, accepting, responsible and committed adult who has the power to ensure their future success and heal our world.

Website: https://shiftyourpower.com/

Antwaun Thompson- “Coach T®” is a youth personal growth and development coach, author and basketball coach. Parents hire me to educate, support and inspire personal growth skills in their preteens and teens that will better prepare them by taking ownership of tools for a prosperous future. Soft skills are not a priority of the public education systems but are crucial to the success of our next generation of leaders.

Website: https://coachtscorner.com/

In this episode of TeenSpeak-Empowering Today's Youth, we have a phenomenal conversation with Michael Axelrood, a senior student athlete at Princeton University.

Michael shares the challenges he faced after suffering injuries while playing football. From the frustrations of not being able to compete with his teammates, to balancing the responsibilities of being a college student athlete.

His perspective on the benefits of failure is something you rarely hear from someone so young, but is refreshing and a testament to his view on life.

We know that you will enjoy our conversation with Michael.

If you are or know of a middle school, high school or college student that would like to be a guest, Keith and Coach T would love to hear from you.

You can sign up to be a guest by visiting Keith Senzer's Shift Your Power website, or Coach T's website Coach T's Corner

About Your Hosts:

Keith Senzer is a leadership and empowerment coach that helps teens find their true north and follow it through their words and actions, to create a more loving, accepting, responsible and committed adult who has the power to ensure their future success and heal our world.

Website: https://shiftyourpower.com/ Email: [email protected]

Antwaun Thompson- “Coach T®” is a youth personal growth and development coach, author and basketball coach. Parents hire me to educate, support and inspire personal growth skills in their preteens and teens that will better prepare them by taking ownership of tools for a prosperous future. Soft skills are not a priority of the public education systems but are crucial to the success of our next generation of leaders.

Website: https://coachtscorner.com/ Email: [email protected] Social Media Links: https://withkoji.com/@Coach_Ts_Corner

In this episode, we get a front row seat to hear what it is like to be inspired by a real future leader of tomorrow!

Hadeeqa Malik, is a freshman at The City College of New York, an activist advocating for Social Justice for all, President of The Sophia Valsamos Foundations Junior Board and inspiring sister and friend to many.

As early as Middle School, Hadeeqa was laying the foundation for speaking up, sharing her knowledge to educate people, while also making a name for herself.

From organizing a culture day to starting the fastest growing club in her school, the MSA (Muslim Student Association), there is nothing this amazing young lady can or won't try to do!

We know that you will thoroughly enjoy this conversation. 

About Your Hosts:

Keith Senzer is a leadership and empowerment coach that helps teens find their true north and follow it through their words and actions, to create a more loving, accepting, responsible and committed adult who has the power to ensure their future success and heal our world.

Website: https://shiftyourpower.com/Email: [email protected]Instagram: @coachkeiths

Antwaun Thompson- “Coach T®” is a youth personal growth and development coach, author and basketball coach. Parents hire me to educate, support and inspire personal growth skills in their preteens and teens that will better prepare them by taking ownership of tools for a prosperous future. Soft skills are not a priority of the public education systems but are crucial to the success of our next generation of leaders.

Website: https://coachtscorner.com/Email: [email protected]Social Media Links: https://withkoji.com/@Coach_Ts_Corner

Our first guest, Ashley Blum, suffered through years of struggles.

From losing her father at age 11, to being bullied on and offline.

Her story of fighting back, and showing amazing resiliency was the perfect way to kick off of TeenSpeak!

Now a Freshman in college, at Hofstra University, she shares her journey with bullying and anxiety, overcoming those obstacles by reaching goals and embracing uniqueness.

She is very passionate about social media and cyber bullying. She turned to music, singing and songwriting as well as her own podcast show to help cope and spread inspiration to others.

Ashley also shares about having a disability and that being different doesn’t make you weak.

About Your Hosts:

Keith Senzer is a leadership and empowerment coach that helps teens find their true north and follow it through their words and actions, to create a more loving, accepting, responsible and committed adult who has the power to ensure their future success and heal our world.

Website: https://shiftyourpower.com/

Antwaun Thompson- “Coach T®” is a youth personal growth and development coach, author and basketball coach. Parents hire me to educate, support and inspire personal growth skills in their preteens and teens that will better prepare them by taking ownership of tools for a prosperous future. Soft skills are not a priority of the public education systems but are crucial to the success of our next generation of leaders.

Website: https://coachtscorner.com/

TeenSpeak -Empowering Today's Youth

TeenSpeak explores the unique strategies and stories of amazing young people from around the globe who are pushing boundaries, overcoming adversity, and achieving greatness.

The teen guests share their personal stories of success, resilience, and courage with an infectious dose of inspiration to help encourage our listeners to create the life they desire.

Your hosts, Keith Senzer and Antwaun Thompson, are Youth Empowerment and Leadership Coaches, that have dedicated themselves to helping teens find their true north by educating, supporting, and inspiring them.

In this first full episode, Keith and Antwaun introduce themselves and share what you can expect from each episode, when they bring on young men and women that they have are working with to empower them to greatness!

About the hosts:

Keith Senzer-

Antwaun “Coach T®” Thompson-

TeenSpeak -Empowering Today's Youth

TeenSpeak explores the unique strategies and stories of amazing young people from around the globe who are pushing boundaries, overcoming adversity, and achieving greatness.

The guests share their personal stories of success, resilience, and courage with an infectious dose of inspiration to help encourage our listeners to create the life they desire.

Your hosts, Keith Senzer and Antwaun Thompson, are Youth Empowerment and Leadership Coaches, that have dedicated themselves to helping teens find their true north by educating, supporting, and inspiring them.

Tune in to TeenSpeak for the real-life experiences of extraordinary individuals who are motivating others to be their best selves.

TeenSpeak will launch in January, with Keith and Antwaun interviewing some of the young men and women that they have worked with, so you will not want to miss an episode!

About your hosts:

Keith Senzer-

Antwaun “Coach T®” Thompson-