This is the Maddox and Kohl Podcast. This is about social media's negative effects. We go more into comparison and how that affects a teen, interviewing a teenager and adult.

Music Credit: Intro and Outro by Maddox Williams

In this episode, Kevin delves into the racial disparities within juvenile detention systems in Atlanta. Highlighting statistics from the Sentencing Project and SOE Online American Education, Kevin addresses the disproportionate impact on Black youth, including a personal story from Loganville Middle School. The episode also features an interview with Joshua Collins, a juvenile justice practitioner, discussing systemic racism and its effects on youth rehabilitation. The conversation emphasizes the need for increased federal accountability to ensure fair treatment and access to resources for all youth, regardless of race.

Music Credit: The Dark Background by Arteta

Justin Chen, through interviews and reporting, uncovers the different pollution and systemic issues negatively impacting our environment.

In this podcast, Zachary Walker and Brody Fisher tackle Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals in college sports.

They are joined by Josh Katz, Nick Cox, and Hayes Patton. The boys talk about why Ed O’barron, and all athletes, should be compensated, how high school athletes should not be promised so much money, Carson Beck, social media influence, smaller schools being robbed of quality players, how athletes don’t have time to prioritize academics, the fall of the underdog story, and the 20.5 million deal that happened on June 7th.

In this episode, Skye hosts several teens from all over metro Atlanta to talk about that one piece of advice they really wish they had listened to. Syncere, Joselyn, William, Reign, Rhegan, Eden, Marsellis, India, Gabriel, and Amishi get real about stuff like school stress, fake friends, staying humble, stepping up as leaders, and figuring out what’s next after high school. Whether it’s about keeping your grades up or learning when to say “nah” to doing too much, this episode is full of hard-earned lessons and relatable moments for anybody trying to figure things out.

In the second episode of “The Thoughts Inside,” podcast host and Georgia State University student Tomi continues to dive into the minds of young adults at Silence The Shame Fest at Morehouse College. Tomi sits down with students from Spelman College to chat about their personal communities and how they affect their mental health. Her discussions cover topics such as mental health stigmas, generational differences in mental health, and more. Silence the Shame, Free Your Feels, and VOX ATL promote self-expression about mental health all year long.

In this first episode of the CoreyCast, Corey delves into the unsettling world of AI-generated propaganda. As AI becomes increasingly common and integrated into daily life, it is also being exploited to deceive people. Corey discusses a specific instance where an AI-generated video depicting fictitious photos of Hurricane Helene that were convincingly passed off as reality, highlighting the difficulty in distinguishing AI content from real events and the growing potential for AI to mislead the public. Corey also conducts an insightful interview with Mikayla, a fellow VOX Investigates team member, to further explore the implications of AI in the dissemination of false information.

Music Credits:

Exposing The Scam By Adigold

Curious Thoughts By tunestogo

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In this special episode recorded during VOX ATL’s spring break podcast workshop, teens from across metro Atlanta share their favorite superhero backstories — and why those stories resonate with them. From Miles Morales to Batman to The Flash, tune in to hear raw, thoughtful takes from Atlanta’s young people.

Music Credit: Superhero Movie Theme By Orchestralis

This is Jazz By PIANODAYs

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In this special podcast, hosted by Axel Pearson from North Springs High School, various guests, including Aniya McKenzie, Tatiana Plummer, and Imani Shine, along with contributions from Jordyn Newsome, Sergio Moreno, and Alexis Justice, discuss the misconceptions surrounding mental health among teens.

The conversation delves into personal experiences with Attention Deficit Disorders and self-harm, the impact of COVID-19 on mental health awareness, and the difficulties of open communication between parents and teens. The episode emphasizes the need for sensitivity and understanding in addressing mental health issues.

Production and Art Credits:

Aniya McKenzie

Alexis Justice

Tatiana Plummer

Jordan Bartlett

Jordyn Newsome

Imani Shine

Jadyn (Axel) Pearson

Sergio Moreno

Kaydence gaither

Isaac Carter

Music Credit:

Warm Acoustic By OctoSound

Melancholy LoFi By cleanmindsound

Chill Lo Fi By fatbunny

Chillax LoFi By deepersound

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Resources:

For more resources about mental health topics and some how to balance living with the ins and outs of big emotions, visit the following sites!

Free Your Feels GA is a mental health awareness campaign inspiring teens to speak up, listen with care, and connect — and to help!

988 Lifeline provides free confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.

Silence the Shame hosts events for youth (teens and college students) to feel empowered and educated on mental health and wellness.

Content commissioned by The Mayor’s Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.