UK FCS Extension
Talking FACS
Talking FACS is hosted by the University of Kentucky Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Program. We have educators in every county of the state, sharing research knowledge with individuals, families and communities to improve quality of life. Our educators are supported by a network of specialists providing the basis for the research based content shared within local communities. Talking FACS will take a few minutes to sit down with those who support the work we do to talk about the issues and concerns that many families are facing today. The topics we address through our podcast will focu...
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Jul 7, 2026
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Episodes
Many Roads to Recovery: Celebrating Individual Paths This Recovery Month 23.09.2025 20:09
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Alex Elswick, PhD Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Season 8, Episode 13 In this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley talks with Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery, about the many path...
Catching Ovarian Cancer Early: Inside UK's Research Screening Program 18.09.2025 13:05
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Charles Dietrich, MD Associate Professor, Gynecologic Oncology, UK Markey Cancer Center and Medical Co-Director, Ovarian Cancer Research Screening Program Cancer Conversations Episode 68 During this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, host Mindy McCu...
The Four Pillars of a Fulfilling Retirement 16.09.2025 14:50
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Caroline Francis, EdS Director of UK Alumni Career Services Season 8, Episode 12 Welcome to Talking FACS with host Mindy McCulley. In this episode Mindy talks with Caroline Francis, director of University of Kentucky Alumni Career Services, about the four pillars tha...
What's Behind Food Processing? 'Ultra-Processed' Foods Explained 09.09.2025 13:45
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Anna Cason, RD Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Season 8, Episode 11 In this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley talks with Anna Cason, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition, about the spectrum of food processing — from simple packaging to ult...
MoneyWi$e: Asking for Help After a Disaster 02.09.2025 13:48
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Kelly May, MS Senior Extension Associate for Family Finance and Resource Management and Danielle Hagler, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent, Nelson County Season 8, Episode 10 On this episode of MoneyWi$e on Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley...
When Partners Parent Differently: Creating a Unified Team 26.08.2025 12:26
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development Season 8, Episode 9 On this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley talks with Dr. David Weisenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development, about what to do when partners parent differently...
Liver Cancer Explained: Risks, Treatments, and Hope 21.08.2025 19:58
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Mautin Barry-Hundeyin, MD Assistant Professor, Surgical Oncology, UK Markey Cancer Center Cancer Conversations Episode 67 Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS Host Mindy McCulley speaks with Dr. Mautin Barry-Hundeyin, Assistant Professor of Surgical Oncology at...
Protecting Kids from Measles: What Parents Need to Know 19.08.2025 17:13
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guests: Katherine Jury, MS Extension Specialist for Family Health Season 8, Episode 8 In this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley is joined by Katherine Jury, Extension Specialist for Family Health, to discuss the recent surge in measles cases and how to protect vulnerable populations—especi...
Mastering Sleep for New Parents: Sleep Protection Plans 12.08.2025 13:16
Host: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Guest: Rachèle Yadon, MD Assistant Professor for Psychiatry, UK College of Medicine, UK Healthcare Season 8, Episode 7 Welcome to another insightful episode of Talking FACS with guest host Dr. Courtney Luecking from the University of Kentucky Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Program. Today, Dr. Luecking...
MoneyWi$e: Money Talks - Communication Tips for Talking about Money 05.08.2025 13:26
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Kristen Jowers, MS Extension Specialist for One Op and Barbara Breutinger, Family Financial Counseling Intern Season 8, Episode 6 Join us in this episode of MoneyWi$e on Talking FACS as we delve into the importance of discussing finances with loved ones....
Tackling Childhood Hunger: The Impact of Backpack Programs 29.07.2025 10:20
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: LaToya Drake, MS Extension Specialist for Food Access and Engagement, Kentucky Nutrition Education Program Season 8, Episode 5 In this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley welcomes LaToya Drake, Extension Specialist for Food Access and Engagement with the Kentucky Nutrition Education P...
Harnessing the Power of AI in Your Job Search 22.07.2025 18:44
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Amy Gamblin, MA Associate Director of UK Alumni Career Services Season 8, Episode 4 In this episode of Talking FACS, we delve into the significant impact of AI on the job search process with expert guest Amy Gamblin, the Associate Director of Alumni Career Services....
Cancer Conversations: Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer 18.07.2025 8:56
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Erin Wolf-Horrell, MD Assistant Professor, Colorectal Surgery, UK Markey Cancer Center Cancer Conversations Episode 66 Join us on Cancer Conversations as Dr. Erin Wolf-Horrell, Assistant Professor of Colorectal Surgery at the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer...
Sleep for Wellbeing 15.07.2025 18:58
Host: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Guest: Rachèle Yadon, MD Assistant Professor for Psychiatry, UK College of Medicine, UK Healthcare Season 8, Episode 3 In this intriguing episode of Talking Facts, guest host Dr. Courtney Luecking sits down with Dr. Rachèle Yadon, an assistant professor of psychiatry and director of the psychiatry residency t...
The Mental Health Benefits of Travel 08.07.2025 8:04
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Natese Dockery, PhD Assistant Clinical Professor for Mental Health and Well-being Season 8, Episode 2 In this episode of Talking FACS, hosted by Mindy McCulley from the University of Kentucky Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Program, we delve into the mental health benefits of travel wit...
MoneyWi$e: Investing for Everyone 01.07.2025 12:28
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Kelly May, Senior Extension Associate for Family Finance and Resource Management and Barbara Breutinger, Family Financial Counseling Intern Season 8, Episode 1 On this segment of MoneyWi$e on Talking FACS we delve into the essentials of investing with Kel...
Navigating Medical Provider Options 24.06.2025 12:05
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Katherine Jury, MS Extension Specialist for Family Health Season 7, Episode 52 In this episode of Talking FACS, Katherine Jury, Extension Specialist for Family Health, discusses the complexities of choosing the right medical care in today's healthcare landscape. With options ranging from telemed...
Unraveling Thyroid Mysteries on Cancer Conversations 20.06.2025 20:56
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Joseph Valentino, MD Professor of Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery), UK Markey Cancer Center Cancer Conversations Episode 65 Welcome to another engaging episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS where science meets community outreach. In this i...
The Impact of Drug Seizures on Overdoses 17.06.2025 14:52
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Alex Elswick, PhD Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Season 7, Episode 51 On this episode of Talking FACS we tackle a pressing issue often misunderstood—the impact of drug seizures on the addicted community. Join host Mindy McCulley, Exte...
Kentucky's Hunger Crisis: Challenges and Solutions 10.06.2025 9:52
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: LaToya Drake, MS Extension Specialist for Food Access and Engagement, Kentucky Nutrition Education Program Season 7, Episode 50 In this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley delves into the pressing issue of hunger in Kentucky with guest LaToya Drake, Extension Specialist for Food Acces...
MoneyWi$e: Protecting Your Online Privacy 03.06.2025 12:16
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Kelly May, Senior Extension Associate for Family Finance and Resource Management Season 7, Episode 49 In this episode of Talking FACS, we delve into the critical topic of online privacy and data protection. Hosted by the University of Kentucky Family and C...
Stay Hydrated: Your Guide to Water and Electrolytes 27.05.2025 15:10
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Heather Norman-Burgdolf, PhD, Associate Extension Professor for Nutrition and Health Season 7, Episode 48 On this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley delves into the essential topic of hydration as we approach the warmer months with Dr. Heather N...
Talking About Report Cards with Your Kids 20.05.2025 14:07
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development Season 7, Episode 47 Welcome to another insightful episode of Talking FACS, brought to you by the University of Kentucky Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Program. In this episode, host Mindy McCulley discuss...
Exploring Opportunities in Oncology Nursing 15.05.2025 11:26
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Susan Yackzan, PhD, APRN, AOCN Enterprise Director of Service Line Performance Management, UK HealthCare Cancer Conversations Episode 64 Join us on Cancer Conversations for an insightful discussion with Dr. Susan Yackzan, the Enterprise Director for Service Line Perf...
They're Here! The 'Bourbon Brood' Cicadas 13.05.2025 15:02
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Jonathan Larson, PhD Assistant Extension Professor for Entomology Season 7, Episode 46 In this exciting episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley invites Dr. Jonathan Larson, an Assistant Extension Professor from the Department of Entomology, to unravel the fascin...
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