The Bright-Eyed

In this episode, I talk with teen social justice activist and blogger Charlotte Brandman about the things our school curriculum doesn't cover. We explore the importance of taking that extra step to learn more about the world around us and the power of empathy. I learned so much from hearing Charlotte speak, and I'm sure you will do. Check it out!

You can read Charlotte's blog with the link in her Instagram bio (@afterhours.blog). Be sure to tune in to her new podcast (After Hours podcast) on Spotify!

This episode is showcases sibling duo Sara Balanta and Camila Balanta. Both of them currently run a small cupcake business in Orange County, California called OC Cupcakes for BLM. Tune in to hear about how these two inspiring teen are becoming activists through their business in light of the current movement for Civil Rights. We discuss how to make the perfect vegan cupcake, the struggles of siblings, and how the youth can help make a difference in the world today.

To order one of their delicious cupcakes and contribute to a BLM cause, be sure to follow @oc.blm.cupcakes on Instagram and fill out the order form with the link in their bio.

Check out their website: https://camilabalanta6.wixsite.com/mysite!

And to be a guest on my show, email me at [email protected]! I used to have a Google Form, but I decided to simplify the process. Hope to hear from you soon!

In today's episode, I got to chat with climate activist Sarah Goody. She believes that young people have so much power, and we are going to need it now more than ever if we want to stop the current climate crisis from getting out of hand. Learn more about how to join the fight to save our planet and about how activism changed Sarah's life for the better. 

Check out her organizations Climate NOW and Broadway Speaks Up to become an activist and make a difference! Find them on Instagram @climate_now and @broadwayspeaksup.

This week, I got to talk to professional filmmaker and film teacher Dawn Spranger. From directing to screenwriting, post production to teaching, Dawn has immersed herself in her love of film and storytelling. Tune in to learn how to start your film career, popular misconceptions about working in Hollywood, and where the future of film is headed (and how she met Will Smith!).

Check out her latest short film on Instagram @danda_filmproductions: http://www.instagram.com/danda_filmproductions!

And share your thoughts on this interview with the #thebrighteyedpod on Instagram!

In this episode, award winning dancer Jonah Boswell shares what it is like to be a dancer and what it means to him. Tune in to hear stories form Jonah's dance career (the good, the bad, and the humorous) and learn about the importance of self-confidence.

Follow Jonah on Instagram @jonahboswell to learn more about him and watch his Word of the Week series that is sure to inspire you to live a happier, more successful life.

And to read his fashion and lifestyle blog, check out https://modernfashionrefinery.com/!

This week, Aly Lee shares what it's like being a teen writer for Street View News and how she found her voice. It was so inspiring to talk to someone so dedicated to using her writing to inspire change and provide a new perspective.

Read Aly's articles and more amazing pieces on Street View News (https://www.streetviewnews.com/).

To purchase a homemade friendship bracelet to support the BLM movement, click the link in Aly's Instagram bio (@aaly.lee).

In this episode, I got to sit down and talk with 4-time Miss Mission Viejo Rachel Presby! We talked about what pageants are really like, how to overcome insecurity, and inspiring women. Check it out to hear all the amazing advocacy work she is doing and how she stays positive in tough situations!

Welcome to The Bright-Eyed! Tune in to this trailer to learn more about this podcast.