Teen G.E.N. Talks

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Eden, a fashion and merchandising major, and a small business entrepreneur from home. From her humble beginnings learning to sew with her grandmother as a child to now selling loungewear pieces and other items straight from her home.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Kevin Patel, Intersectional Environmentalist and Climate Activist. Kevin shares what sparked his drive to help spread awareness and information amongst his peers with food activism to get him to founding One Up Action!

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Emily Duong, corporate consultant, business owner, blogger, podcast host, author, and former elite-level skater as well as USTA tennis player. Stay tuned to find out why Emily channeled her passionate energy from sports to business.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with John Maghaguian, Community Service Supervisor of Glendale. John recounts how his initial drive to become a teacher to assist teens and youth fueled him as he became supervisor for Glendale’s Community Service division.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Selena Rivera-Cereno, customer service employer, former Subway sandwich artist, car washer, and current Librarian! Selena shares her experiences as she tried different jobs before discovering the library and helping others discover new stories to read.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Dane Reid, voice actor, narrator, radio commercial producer, live announcer, writer, storyteller, and world traveler. Dane shares his story of the events in his life that launched his decision to pursue voice acting and the lessons he learned along the way.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Lacresha Berry, singer, songwriter, actress, theatre, educator, and soon to be author. Lacresha takes us on a journey that began when she was in middle school appearing in small plays to writing and appearing in her one woman show “Tubman” as she teaches middle and high school students.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Ysabel Hilado, fashion designer and entrepreneur. Ysabel stitches together her journey of how she began with her grandmother’s knitting machine to selling her designs from her high school locker to pursuing her bachelor’s in fashion design. Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) is a video...

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Jessica Trujillo Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) is a video talk show that focuses on empowering youth in Glendale. Presented in the video podcast (vodcast) format, Glendale Library staff members Melissa and Desiree connect youth to community resources, individuals and organizations...

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Natalia Amaro, a fashion designer, and social media influencer. Natalia explains her passion for fashion since she was young and how she’s pursued it to become a growing business owner.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with David Zearbaugh, mathematician, IT technician, and librarian. David talks about his experiences while getting his BA in Pure Mathematics during his college years and how he discovered his interest in becoming a librarian.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Schyler O’Neil, self-taught Musician! Schyler shares what inspired him to learn and produce music as well as help local artists who share the same passion for music.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) Mike Whitehead asks pop culture questions to the hosts Melissa and Desiree. 

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Felicia Nez, Artist. Felicia shares how creative projects in elementary school helped influence her decision to pursue art as an experimental artist to create interactive and unique installations.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Calina Lawrence, Indigenous Vocalist, aspiring MC, and Music Producer. Calina shares how her passion ignited as a child and drove her to use her voice not only because she loves it but to also spread awareness.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Alexis Saenz, Creative Director, Choreographer, Dancer, Singer, Actress, Crafter, Painter, Set Designer, Teacher, Environmentalist, and Indigenous Activist. Alexis shares how her love for dance and expression in childhood influenced her as she grew up.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Dr. Lee Francis IV, author, and founder of Red Planet Books and Comics, Native Realities, and Indigenous Comic-con. Dr Francis shares how his love for comics inspired him to create the only Native American comic shop in the world as well as set up events for indiginerds everywhere!

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Jordan Marie Daniel, founder and organizer of Blazing Hearts, Board Director of the Power Shift Network and Lab 29, and outreach and project manager at UCLA. Jordan shares her work on how she coordinates programs in her community as well as helping correct native representation on different plat...

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Edit Vosganians, part of LITS and Makerspace Librarian. Edit shares how she went from browsing the shelves of the library to becoming a Librarian herself.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Eric Gomez, Librarian and Photographer. Eric discusses his interest in Photography as well as the process behind taking a good photo.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Maddie Bunting, former Library Page and undergrad Public Policy.  Maddie shares her experiences on a college campus and gives tips to high school seniors on the transition.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Danial Golfouroush, Financial Consultant. Danial shares his journey of finding his passion after changing his major seven times in college. 

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Alex Carmichael, Cytogenetic Scientist. Alex shares how his lifelong passion for science eventually led him to Cytogenetics.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Jennifer Fukutomi-Jones, Arts and Culture Administrator of Glendale, and has helped the L.A. Opera and other Theatre productions. Jennifer shares how her interest in being a lawyer morphed into that of Theatre when she entered college.

In this episode of Teen Glendale Empowerment Now Talks (G.E.N.) hosts Melissa and Desiree sit down with Favi Velasco, Foodie, Traveler, and a Community Outreach Assistant. Favi shares her experience with Marketing and what she learned from it.