Congratulations to the class of 2025! This month, Youth on Rewind explores the experience of graduating –– from the feelings of triumph and achievement to the nerve wracking reality of taking the next step. Youth creators Delaney Lim and Kenny Perez share their stories, focusing on what it felt like to walk across the graduation stage and the responsibility of chasing your dreams. Also, hear a segment from the famous commencement speech, "This is Water," by David Foster Wallace. 

Youth on Rewind is a podcast amplifying the voices, stories, and ideas of young people.

Hosted by Lucy Richardson

Original audio pieces and scoring for this episode produced by Kenny Perez and Delaney Lim

Theme music written and produced by Blvck Qi

Additional music by PGB Baby and Evan Greene
Engineered by Lucy Richardson and David Ladon

Produced by Lucy Richardson, David Ladon, Ryan Conarro, and TaTiana Torres

Executive produced by David Ladon

Youth on Rewind is a production of Youth on Record. Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/podcasting

There is much to worry about in our world today, and each of us has our own way of confronting those anxieties. Today on Youth on Rewind, we’re diving into our unique experiences of worry, as well as discussing why these worries arise in the first place. Join youth creators Miah Edwards and Mars Williams in discussing guilt, anxiety, and overcoming. Additionally, hear the YOR Podcast Production Internship cohort delve into their own relationships with these feelings.

Youth on Rewind is a podcast amplifying the voices, stories, and ideas of young people.

Hosted by Lucy Richardson

Original audio pieces and scoring for this episode produced by Miah Edwards and Mars Williams

Theme music written and produced by Blvck Qi

Additional music by Soneffs and Andy Pritzen
Engineered by Lucy Richardson and Chris Fazzari

Produced by Lucy Richardson, David Ladon, Ryan Conarro, and TaTiana Torres

Executive produced by David Ladon

Youth on Rewind is a production of Youth on Record. Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/podcasting

What does it mean to be a collector? It’s not as simple as it seems. Today on Youth on Rewind, we’re dissecting the act of collection and how it mirrors our values, elements of community, and self expression. Join youth creators Ringo Joon and Lucy Richardson in exploring their ideas of collecting — from tattoos to tunes — and hear a discussion from Youth on Record’s intern team as they share their own means of collecting.

Youth on Rewind is a podcast amplifying the voices, stories, and ideas of young people.

Hosted by Lucy Richardson

Original audio pieces and scoring for this episode produced by Lucy Richardson and Ringo Joon

Theme music written by Blvck Qi

Additional music by BrookLYNN and Conrad Mata
Engineered by Sofia Young, Carlos Mendoza, and Chris Fazzari

Produced by Lucy Richardson, David Ladon, and Ryan Conarro.

Executive produced by David Ladon

Youth on Rewind is a production of Youth on Record. Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/podcasting

Please be advised that this episode of Youth on Rewind includes descriptions of gun violence and substance abuse.

In today’s America, nearly everyone knows someone affected by gun violence. This episode of Youth on Rewind tells the story of one survivor. At just 12 years old, Jacob Garrett escaped a mass shooting at a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado. More than a decade later, he came to Youth on Record to share his journey—through both conversation and music. 

In this powerful episode, Jacob reflects on how the trauma of that night reshaped his life, his relationships, and his sense of self. His words, woven together with his music, paint a vivid picture of survival, resilience, and the lasting impact of trauma.

If you or someone you know is struggling, there are resources to help. Please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 or access support through TraumaInformed.org. There is also a 24-hour Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration hotline available to you by dialing 800-662-4357. Remember, you are not alone.

Youth on Rewind is a podcast amplifying the voices, stories, and ideas of young people.

Hosted by Lucy Richardson

Original audio pieces and scoring for this episode produced by Jacob Garrett

Theme music written by Blvck Qi

Additional music by Fabian Guerrero

Produced by David Ladon, Ryan Conarro, and Lucy Richardson.

Executive produced by David Ladon

Youth on Rewind is a production of Youth on Record. Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/podcasting

How do you know you’ve “made it” as a musician? Your first Red Rocks show, first original song, or first local live performance? There is no standard metric. Today on Youth on Rewind, our youth creators guide us through conversations with all sorts of musicians — acts big and small — to learn more about each individual journey.

Join Xavier Gauthier backstage at Red Rocks Amphitheatre with All Time Low’s Alex Gaskarth and Jack Barakat to explore the band’s perspective on the evolution of pop-punk, cross-genre collaborations, and advice for up and coming artists. Also, jump into the scene at the 2022 Youth on Record Block Party where Devonté Parker, former Youth on Record intern, conducts speed-round interviews with the local performers.

Brooklynn and Sophia Young, two former fellows with Youth on Record, navigate these interviews while offering their own experiences as local musicians in the Denver scene.

Youth on Rewind is a podcast amplifying the voices, stories, and ideas of young people.
Hosted by Brooklynn and Sophia Young
Produced by David Ladon, Xavier Gauthier, Devonte Parker.
Additional music by Blvck Qi
Executive Produced by David Ladon

Youth on Rewind is a production of Youth on Record. Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/podcasting

Our identities — like gender, nationality, sexual orientation, and class — create a platform for community and connection. How do our identities evolve as we get older? Confronting the need to connect, to belong, can be a lifelong and ever-changing practice. Today on Youth on Rewind, youth creators Emerson Olson and Karla Ramirez examine their identities and how they fit into a broader world of connection. Join them in exploring the great question: where do I belong?

Hosted by Audrey Riggs and Ahjzae Dallas.

Original audio pieces for this episode produced by Karla Ramirez and Emerson Olson

Theme music written by Blvck Qi

Additional music by Conrad Mata

Produced by David Ladon, Ryan Conarro, and Lucy Richardson.

Executive produced by David Ladon

Youth on Rewind is a production of Youth on Record. Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/podcasting 

This episode explores the decisions we make and the different ways we experience them over time—some with regret, others with affirmation. In a vox pop segment, Robin Buchanan asks people to share their biggest regrets, offering a range of perspectives. Later, Clara Kay speaks with her parents about her decision to quit ballet, a choice that unexpectedly led her to new paths and possibilities.

Youth on Rewind is a podcast amplifying the voices, stories, and ideas of young people.
Hosted by Ahjzae Dallas and Sofia Young
Original audio pieces for this episode produced by Robin Buchanan and Clara Kay
Additional music by Rowan Peterson, Shawn King, Fabian Guerrero, and William Selby
Produced by David Ladon and Ryan Conarro
Executive Produced by David Ladon

Youth on Rewind is a production of Youth on Record. Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/podcasting

In this episode, we explore how age intersects with civic participation and leadership. We kick off with a street interview asking, "Should the President of the United States have a maximum age limit?" and follow with a powerful personal narrative about student walkouts at East High School during civil rights protests against police violence.

Youth on Rewind is a podcast amplifying the voices, stories, and ideas of young people.
Hosted by Lucy Richardson and Miah Edwards
Original audio pieces for this episode produced by Rowan Peterson and Xavier Gauthier
Additional music by Granola and Shawn King
Engineered by Delaney Lim and Jasenia Sutherlin
Produced by David Ladon and Ryan Conarro
Executive Produced by David Ladon

Youth on Rewind is a production of Youth on Record. Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/podcasting

This episode explores the concept of masculinity through personal narrative, round table discussion, and song.

Youth on Rewind is a podcast amplifying the voices, stories, and ideas of young people.
Original work for this episode produced by Rowan Peterson and Conrad Mata
Hosted by Fabian Guerrero and Brooklynn
Featuring the song "Sucia" by Conrad Mata
Additional music by Rowan Peterson, 

Executive Producers are David Ladon and Ryan Conarro

Youth on Rewind is a production of Youth on Record. Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/podcasting

In this episode, Podcast Production Intern Devonte Parker explores the relationship between physical and mental health. In addition to sharing his own wellness journey, he interviews local personal-trainer Geramy Hobbs and shares the song "Body Dysmorphia" by Xzoreha.

Youth on Rewind is a podcast amplifying the voices, stories, and ideas of young people.
Produced by Sreeja Chakrabarty
Original music for this episode by PGB Baby
Learn more about Xzoreha at https://soundcloud.com/ximena-heredia-575873675

Youth on Rewind is a production of Youth on Record. Learn more at www.youthonrecord.org/podcasting