CHAOS Podcast

In this insightful episode of the CHAOS Podcast, Health Educator Katie delves into "Money Habitudes," an evidence-based program designed to help young people explore their unique relationships with money. She discusses the different money habits & attitudes ("habitudes") that shape financial behaviors and how understanding these habitudes can empower youth to make informed choices. Whether you...

In this eye-opening episode of CHAOS, we delve into the critical issue of substance abuse among young people. As experimentation with drugs and alcohol becomes increasingly prevalent, understanding the underlying factors and finding effective prevention strategies are more important than ever. We’re honored to welcome Catholic Charities, an organization that supports young people facing addiction...

In this episode of CHAOS join host Ashley Graham and special guest Katie Downer as they delve into the world of youth relationships. Together, they explore young people's unique challenges and experiences in love and friendship. Tune in as they read and discuss anonymous relationship stories from the internet, sharing their candid thoughts and insights. From heartwarming moments to tough lesso...

On this episode of the CHAOS Podcast, CAPP Comunity Health Educator Katie explains each of the programs that our team has to offer our Orange, Ulster, and Sullivan communities. Whether it's our evidence-based programs or our youth-led activities, we strive to create positive outcomes for our youth. If you are interested in any of our programs, please contact us through our social media or at c...

On this episode of the CHAOS Podcast, our Summer Youth Employment Program Interns discuss their experiences with mental health, highschool, and COVID-19. Listen in as they delve into the unique experiences of their age group. We hope you enjoy the episode! We release new episodes biweekly on Fridays! Until then you can follow us on social media or submit a question here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/mis...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Ashley speaks with Nafie Jallow from Fearless! The pair discuss interpersonal and domestic violence along with the work of Fearless! in Orange and Sullivan counties. To learn more about Fearless! and their work, visit them at https://www.fearlesshv.org/ We hope you enjoy the episode! We release new episodes biweekly on Fridays! U...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Katie sits down with fellow Health Educator Ashley, CAPP Youth Services Program Manager Jaclyn, and CAPP Intern Kymonie. The group reflects on the Youth Roundtable hosted by the team at the end of June 2024. Are you excited for our next youth-led event? We'd also like to highlight Fearless!, an amazing community organization...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Katie sits down with fellow Health Educator Ashley, CAPP Youth Services Program Manager Jaclyn, and CAPP Intern Kymonie. The group discusses their experiences over the past year of the CHAOS Podcast. We'd love to hear your thoughts- what has been your favorite podcast memory for the last year? We hope you enjoy the episode! W...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Katie speaks with Khushbu Upadhyay and Ruth Pollak from the American Lung Association / Center for a Tobacco-Free Hudson Valley. The group discusses vaping and its health impacts on youth. Here are some resources the group discussed: - NYS youth can text “DropTheVape” to 88709 to access the free and anonymous text message program...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Katie sits down with fellow Health Educator Ashley and CAPP Intern Kymonie to talk about getting your 1st job! The group discusses their varying experiences when it comes to first jobs. We hope you enjoy the episode! We release new episodes biweekly on Fridays! Until then you can follow us on social media or submit a question her...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Youth Services Program Manager, Jackie, sits down with Miriam Mendoza, MiSN's very own Community Health Advocate (CHA). Miriam shares the foundations of the CHA program, the importance of finding the right health care provider for each individual, and some tips on navigating your health insurance policy. To contact Miriam for more information please v...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Katie sits down with Amanda Langseder and Nicole Blais from Sullivan 180. The group discusses the impact of Vaping on Sullivan County youth and the power of community-led educational initiatives such as CATCH My Breath. Listen to learn more or explore the links below! Sullivan 180: https://sullivan180.org/ CATCH My Breath: https:...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Katie sits down with CAPP Intern Kymonie to uncover the truth about High School! The pair cover the topics prospective high school students want to hear! While this episode is based on just one person's experience, we hope it helps remove the fear that can sometimes surround high school. We hope you enjoy the episode! We rele...

How can community involvement shape the lives of young people? On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Hannah sits down with Executive Director and Co-Founder of Dutchess County Pride Center, Karen Marder. Karen shares the successes and struggles that the young leaders on Dutchess Pride's Youth Board have faced. The pair discuss the significance of community involv...

Is love essential in our lives? Is it better to have a lot of friends or a small circle of friends? On this week's episode listen as we sit down with all three health educators, Ashley, Katie & Hannah, on the CAPP team to answer questions we received from young people in the community. We hope you enjoy the episode! We release new episodes biweekly on Fridays! Until then you can follow us...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Katie sits down with members of the Orange County Sexual Health Unit- Carlos Montalvo, Lauren Buda, and Maria Salazar. They share a wealth of knowledge on Sexually Transmitted Infections and how they impact the lives of teenagers and young adults in our community. Additionally, the group shares information on their services, incl...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Youth Services Program Manager Jackie sits down with MiSNs very own Communication and Marketing Strategist, Lauren Kropf-Zuckerman. Together they discuss what it means to market challenges you face into strengths, the importance of intention, and the need to adapt to constant change. We hope you enjoy the episode! You can also check out Lauren and Jackie...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educators Ashley and Katie dive deeper into the previous conversation on birth control methods. The pair pulls from the facts they shared in Episode 8 "Meet the Birth Control Methods!" to debunk some of the most common birth control myths. If you are interested in any of the methods described or have more questions, speak to you...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Youth Services Program Manager Jackie sits down with Dr. Delores Blackwell. Dr. Blackwell discusses the foundations of trauma and how each individual is unique in their experience, perception, and path to healing. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Dr. Blackwell) and Licensed School Counselor (Jackie), we understand that trauma has impacted us all. If...

On this special episode of the CHAOS podcast, we feature a segment of In Touch from Townsquare Media of the Hudson Valley. Host Connor Walsh speaks with our CAPP Youth Services Program Manager Jaclyn Miller & MiSN's Communication and Marketing Strategist, Lauren Kropf-Zuckerman. The group discusses our organization, our CAPP youth services, and our CHAOS podcast! We hope you enjoy the epis...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Katie sits down with our newest Health Educator, Hannah! You know Hannah from previous episodes- College Life & LGBTQ+ Youth Resources in the Hudson Valley . In this episode, the pair focuses on Hannah during the transition from Intern to Health Educator. Listen to learn more! We hope you enjoy the episode! We release new epi...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Katie sits down with MiSN Intern, Hannah! Hannah shares information on her internship final project- an LGBTQ+ Resource Guide for Youth in the Hudson Valley. The pair talk through specific resources while discussing the importance of community when it comes to truly supporting LGBTQ+ youth. We hope you enjoy the episode! For acce...

How do young people face time, stress, and self-worth all while growing up to be independent? On this week's episode, MISN CAPP brings on a former T.E.D. speaker and currently a therapist, Mrs. Joelle Rabow Maletis to speak on advice and tips when facing challenges during the transition of the teenage period to young adolescence. We release new episodes biweekly on Fridays! Until then you can...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educators Katie and Ashley provide an educational overview of Birth Control methods. They first divide the methods up into the following categories: Behavioral, Prescribed, Over-The-Counter, and Emergency. Then, the pair provide an overview of every method, emphasizing the effectiveness of each. If you are interested in any of the methods...

On this episode of the CHAOS podcast, CAPP Community Health Educator Katie sits down with Leslie Blash. Leslie is a Community Health Promoter with Planned Parenthood of Greater New York. She helps community members who are 18+ connect with the resources they need. The pair talk about the importance of continuous sexual education into adulthood. They also explore the relationship between community...