Ellie Flamboe is a freshman in college who has been battling depression since the beginning of her senior year in high school. While her struggle continues, she has chosen to use her situation to talk to others and try to help spread awareness about mental health.

Her bravery in talking about her situation and telling her story is truly an inspiration!

In the first podcast from Allendale High School, junior Collin Bush discusses being involved with a variety of unrelated activities: motocross, building trades, and theater. He shares how it all helps him with academics and with staying focused for his future.

Haley Longcore tells her story honestly and openly--from passionate theatrical artist to excited choral performer to devoted friend. Get inspired by this young woman's honesty in her battle with depression and her drive to create meaningful experiences.

Don't miss this episode.

"My family has a Non-Governmental Organization, a 501C3; it's called Christ Community International Incorporated. It's basically to continue an already-existing, 10-year-long mission in the village Kawete, Uganda." Today, Elise interviews Clare Killian, sophomore at Loyola University Chicago. Clare shares her stories from Uganda, gives us her valuable insight on the controversial "mission trip," and talks about what it's like to be a part of a family who owns and helps run an NGO. You truly don't want to miss this episode.

Check out the NGO here: http://www.christcommunityinternational.org

Catch Part Two this two-part episode, hear new teacher, Karl Sineath (well, Karl) discuss his passion for teens--even when faced with a seeming opportunity of a lifetime to teach at Harvard. Karl is thoughtful and dedicated--and it all comes out in this episode.

On this two-part episode, hear new teacher, Karl Sineath (well, Karl) discuss his passion for teens--even when faced with a seeming opportunity of a lifetime to teach at Harvard. Karl is thoughtful and dedicated--and it all comes out in this episode.

Part 2 will be out October 16.

Coltrane Laughing--yes, Laughing--Bodbyl-Mast discusses his love of history and his high-functioning autism. Coltrane is his own young man and--over time--he's been able to embrace it.

Don't miss this episode.

The Share Chair Podcast welcomes back Karli Baldus due to her most interesting career shift: from Muskegon Public School teacher (and contributor to the podcast) to psychologist and counselor. Hear her talk about that major life transition as well as her interest in using the Netflix television show THIRTEEN REASONS WHY to have a group therapy session where parents and children discuss innumerable topics including suicide, digital bullying, and so much more.

Don't miss this episode.

Want to contact Karli? Reach her at 231.726.2299 or at www.harborpsychological.com

Eliza describes the joys and challenges of being a state-qualifying swimmer four times over--in her freshman year. Mostly, for her, it comes down to this: "I try to be a better person than I was the day before."

Her high school swimming career is off to a great start as is she.

Take a listen and find a piece of yourself in her story.

Today, Elise talks with the boisterous and vibrant Katherine Ziobro, a senior at Loyola University of Chicago. Katherine has run an awesome podcast the past few years on WLUW, Loyola's radio station. She's continued the legacy of a literary and arts magazine, Diminuendo and Cadence, making it even greater than it was before alongside her co-editor. And among many other great accomplishments discussed, she's struggled with mental illness, a conversation Katherine believes the world needs to start discussing more often. You truly don't want to miss this episode.

Check out some of Katherine's work by using the following links:

-http://wluw.org/station/show/inside-kettle/

-https://www.facebook.com/DiminuendoLUC/

-https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/katherine-ziobro/id894054645