Your Dose

Episode 27 takes a look at how hobbies can help people avoid substance use. Liz talks about her experience participating in Miss Connecticut, Anaida shares her pickleball journey, and Omar explains why he loves coaching football.

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Episode 26 focuses on Kratom and features special guests from Southington STEPS, Southington's substance-use prevention coalition. The students from Southington STEPS speak with our Youth Leadership Council about what Kratom is, why its lack of regulation is concerning, and the legislative steps they took to reduce its impact on Connecticut youth.

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Episode 25 dives into the topic of red flags in relationships and friendships. The students highlight common warning signs to watch for, discuss red flags that have become normalized, and explain ways to handle them.

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Episode 24 explores healthy alternatives that can help young people steer clear of substance use. The main message is to find activities, clubs, or communities that bring you joy and a sense of purpose. Embracing those positive outlets and building a strong support system create a solid foundation for preventing substance use.

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Episode 23 of the Your Dose Podcast focuses on the impact of music. The students from the Youth Leadership Council share their music taste, discuss how music shapes their everyday experiences, and explore the messages about substance use found in popular songs.

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Episode 22 focuses on the societal expectations that are placed on girls throughout middle school and high school. The group engages in a thoughtful conversation about the beauty standards that girls are held to, as well as the desire to fit in throughout school. They also discuss peer pressure with substance use.

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In this episode of the Your Dose Podcast, the group engages in a discussion about substance use and other risky behaviors in media and culture. They explore popular TV shows such as Euphoria and the content found on TikTok's 'For You' page, highlighting how the general population interacts with material that involves substance use. The students also examine various portrayals of substance use, addiction, and recovery in recent movies and television shows.

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In Episode 20 of the Your Dose Podcast, Coach Omar McDew, Youth Advocate, and Anaida Ruiz-Leon, Prevention Coordinator, take listeners behind the scenes to explore how the podcast started, how youth are involved in every step, and why it has become a powerful tool for spreading prevention. From brainstorming topics with students to planning future guests and expanding their impact, this episode is all about purpose, passion, and putting real voices first.

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In this episode, Lieutenant Jared Barsaleau and Officer Ubay Chislum share how the Bee Responsible program is changing the way youth and police connect. From mentorship and prevention to community impact, hear how officers are showing up beyond the badge to support New Britain students through honest conversations and real relationships.

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In this episode of the Your Dose Podcast, students open up about the realities of college life. From unexpected classes to budgeting tips, time management, homesickness, and finding independence, this conversation is full of honest insights and advice for navigating the transition.

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If you are interested in sponsoring the Your Dose Podcast, please visit www.nbyouthprevention.com/podcast!