Campus Chronicles

The salient theme of this episode revolves around the transformative journey of artistic expression and the profound impact of rejection within the creative process. I am joined by Justice Gardner, a talented performer who shares insights from his inaugural podcast experience, emphasizing the significance of resilience in the face of adversity, particularly during the audition process. Throughout...

What happens when you go from being “the kid everyone knows” to feeling completely invisible? In this Student Showcase episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke Young sits down with Evan St. Louis , a junior at the University of Connecticut studying Molecular and Cell Biology, to talk openly about mental health, identity, and the quiet pressure many students carry. Evan shares what it was like transit...

When was the last time you said yes and immediately regretted it? In this solo episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke talks honestly about why so many students struggle to say no, and how constantly saying yes leads straight to burnout, resentment, and exhaustion. From wanting to be liked, to not disappointing friends, professors, teammates, or partners, the pressure to be available all the time is...

What happens when you do everything right and it still does not go the way you planned? In this Student Showcase episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke sits down with Madison Crook , a third-year university student and digital marketing creative, to talk honestly about burnout, anxiety, perfectionism, and learning how to let go of impossible standards. Madison shares a defining campus moment when s...

What if one skill could change your education, your career path, and your confidence? In this deeply personal episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke sits down with her sister Bailey Young , a licensed social worker, recent Master of Social Work graduate, and Child Play Therapist, to talk about resilience, education, and the power of asking meaningful questions. Bailey’s academic journey was anythin...

What actually makes someone successful as an entrepreneur, a student, or a leader? According to Adrienne Garland, it is not the idea, the major, or the perfect plan. It is mindset, confidence, and the willingness to separate who you are from what you create. In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke sits down with Adrienne Garland , CEO of She Leads Media, NYU and Rice University faculty membe...

Ever wondered why you keep ending up in the same relationship patterns, even when you promise yourself you won’t? Why you overthink texts, chase emotionally unavailable people, shut down when things get serious, or feel anxious when someone pulls away? In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke sits down with Bev Mitelman, founder of Securely Loved and a relationship and attachment trauma speci...

Starting uni is wild. One minute you are living at home, the next you are dropped into a brand new world where no one knows you, everything feels unfamiliar and you are suddenly responsible for building a whole new life. This week’s Student Showcase features Kadelyn Becker, a Speech-Language Pathology student at the University of Akron who has built a life full of community, confidence and purpose...

Uni is a rollercoaster. Some days you feel unstoppable, other days you wonder who accidentally put you in charge of your own life. And honestly, both are completely normal. This week on our Student Showcase, Brooke sits down with Jadyn Paige, a fourth year psychology student at Ohio State who has crafted a university experience full of learning, leadership and growth. Jadyn is studying Psychology...

Have you ever had a moment where life completely flips on you? Where you are doing your best, showing up, trying to hold everything together, and then something happens that makes you rethink who you are and how you move through the world. That is exactly what happened to this week’s guest, Denise Cesare , a keynote speaker and SEL specialist who literally lost her voice after a neurological condi...

What if technology could bring students closer instead of pulling them apart? In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke Young talks with Lois Logan , Co-Founder of the Tandem Uni App , a platform designed to help students make real-life connections through clubs, events and societies. Lois shares how she and her co-founder Dan created the app after seeing how loneliness was affecting student l...

What does it take to stay motivated when life does not go as planned? In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke Young speaks with Kalli Gregory, a student, artist, and advocate whose story redefines what it means to persevere. Kalli is a senior studying Neuroscience with a minor in Psychology at Bowling Green State University. She is also the founder of Trent’s Triumph , a nonprofit initiative...

What if your thoughts were not facts but choices? In this week’s episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke Young speaks with Jillian Pawlowski, Programme Director and Head Coach at Empowered Educator . Jillian is a trauma-informed certified coach who blends metacognition, mind-body connection, and radical self-love to encourage lasting change that honours the whole person. She helps educators and stud...

Decluttering is never just about stuff. It’s about emotions, stories, and the nervous system patterns that hold us back. In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke Young sits down with Dorota Kuldo, decluttering coach and founder of Dorota Kuldo Decluttering , to talk about why letting go is more emotional than logical, and how to make the process gentle, sustainable, and empowering. You will l...

What happens when unrealistic ideals collide with real men’s lives? In this powerful episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke Young sits down with researcher and mental health advocate George Mycock, founder of Myominds , to explore the pressures shaping men’s relationships with their bodies, exercise, and mental health. From the rise of AI-edited “perfect” physiques to the dangers of the manosphere,...

Careers are rarely straight lines. They ebb and flow, shift direction, and sometimes crash before they settle. In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke Young speaks with career strategist and Control Your Career podcast host Julia Toothacre about what it takes to own your narrative and build confidence in your professional journey. Julia shares how a memorable interview mishap became a defini...

What if the way your brain works was never the problem, but the key to your success? In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke sits down with actress, military journalist, and advocate Grace Riegel to talk about her journey with dyslexia, self-advocacy, and finding her voice both on stage and in the classroom. From being diagnosed at nine years old to standing on the Miss Ohio stage to share h...

 What does it mean to not just survive university, but thrive? In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke sits down with Philippa Charrier, architect, property developer, author, and student well-being advocate, to talk about her mission to help students live healthier, happier, and more connected lives at university. Philippa shares why her student years inspired her passion for community...

In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke speaks with neurodiversity consultant and advocate Lisa Richer about her own struggles as a student, the lessons she learned through silence and support, and the way she prepared her son for a different kind of university journey. Lisa’s story is honest, heartfelt, and filled with wisdom for students, parents, and mentors alike. You will learn: Why uni...

Numbers do not have to be scary. In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke talks with financial educator and podcast host Natalie Kime about why money habits formed in your student years can shape your entire future. Natalie shares her own winding university journey, what she learned from returning to study later in life, and why building financial literacy early gives you choices and freedom....

What does it take to start a business as a student, face setbacks, and still keep going? In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke sits down with entrepreneur/Student Gavin Rauza to talk about his early ventures, real estate wins, and the mindset shifts that keep him pushing forward. Gavin shares how he turned initial failures into valuable lessons, balanced university life with business, and...

 What happens when life changes in an instant? In this powerful episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke speaks with Naseem Rochette , author of The Unexpected Benefits of Being Run Over . In 2018, Naseem survived being run over by a car three times in a hit-and-run accident. What followed was a journey of survival, reframing, and resilience that changed her life forever. Together they explore:...

What does a healthy relationship actually feel like, and how do you know when you are in an unhealthy one? In this powerful episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke sits down with relationship expert Dr Jeni Wahlig to unpack the signs of relational health, the red flags we too often normalise, and what it looks like to rebuild yourself after leaving a toxic or destabilising relationship. Dr Jeni shar...

In this episode of Campus Chronicles , Brooke welcomes back inclusivity consultant Pete Quinn for an honest and practical conversation about kindness, curiosity, and the challenges of creating inclusive spaces in today’s polarised world. Pete shares how small acts of kindness from his professors shaped his career, why ‘clunky’ responses are part of the learning process, and why cancel culture is p...

Join host Brooke Young as she welcomes back Nathan from Study Buddy for an energetic dive into productivity and study strategies, perfect for the back-to-school season. Nathan shares relatable stories and practical tips on balancing enthusiasm with realistic planning, managing pressure, and building sustainable study habits. From active recall to self-care essentials, this episode is packed with e...