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Have you ever experienced a time where you had to set a boundary? How did it affect the relationship after? Did you feel any type of way after setting that boundary? Come tune in with us while our teens talk about a time where they had to set boundaries with a friend or a family member, why it was necessary for them to set the boundary, the outcome of setting the boundary and how it made them feel...

Do you have any trends that you like to follow? Do you have trends that you LOVE to watch? Do you want to start a trend? Join us This week as we dive deep into trends such as; YN's, Trends posted on Instagram and popular clothing brands. Looking through a teens lens. Our host will be discussing their personal experiences, social media, and influence that Trends have on.

Do you think you’re a good friend? Now do other people think you’re a good friend? Find out now! Come with us while we cover the qualities of friendship. Through the eyes of our host well lead you through creating new relationships, outgrowing old friendships, and uncovering fake friends before it’s too late!  Join us as we break down friendships and share ways to maintain them.

From Hot Dogs to Community In the latest episode of our podcast, we dive into the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of Eric Hayes also known as "Mr. E', a successful business owner in Chicago. E takes us through his transformative experience of turning a simple hot dog stand into one of the city's most beloved beachfront restaurants, Pier 31. Listen to the full episode for this inspirational story

On this episode, the team dives deep into exploring the issues between fake depression, teen pregnancy, and toxic relationships. Through personal experiences and opinions we explore how normalizing these things have shaped our lives, and why it's time to reconsider changing these teen social behaviors.  Join us for ways to challenge and support anyone who's dealing with these issues.

In this intense episode of True Topics, hosts Jocelyn, Samaya, and Messiah confront a heartbreaking case that raises profound questions about the influence of AI on young minds. They discuss the tragic story of a 14-year-old boy who took his own life following interactions with a bot on Character AI, a platform that allegedly implied he should harm himself to be with it. Join them as they delve in...

In this gripping episode of True Topics, hosts Kimoirah and Reginaya delve into a harrowing story that has captured national attention—a 12-year-old girl charged with the murder of her 8-year-old cousin over an iPhone. The hosts dissect the shocking details of the crime, which took place in Humboldt, Tennessee, and explore the psychological and societal factors that may have contributed to this tr...

In this episode of the Truth Podcast, Jocelyn and Alela tackle the contentious topic of the Chicago Police Department and the process of filing complaints against officers. They dive into personal anecdotes and experiences, discussing the perception and reality of police interactions in Chicago. Join them as they explore the reasons behind varying public opinions of the police, particularly focusi...

In this episode, Jazaria and Christian delve into the world of Skims, the shapewear brand founded by Kim Kardashian West. Join them as they discuss the brand's rise in popularity and its partnerships with the NBA and WNBA. They explore the reasons behind its appeal, from celebrity endorsements to the inclusive range of sizes and colors. The conversation touches on the motivations for buying Skims,...

Join Jocelyn and Kimorah they dive into the world of emotional intelligence with a focus on the book "MOOD: A Young Person's Guide on Emotional Intelligence" In this episode, they explore the complexities of mood swings and emotional self-regulation, sharing personal experiences and insights. They discuss how the book aids teens in understanding and managing their emotions, while also reflecting o...

In this episode, our team dives into the complex feelings surrounding the back-to-school season. We explore why some students eagerly anticipate the first days and events like homecoming, yet struggle to maintain enthusiasm throughout the year. The discussion touches on the reasons teens consider dropping out, from personal challenges to societal pressures. We also examine the gender differences i...

In this episode our young men on the team gives their personal anecdotes and opinions on men’s mental health. We highlighted the effects women, stress, and other situations and people affect our men's mental health in the world today. Another topic we discussed are positive ways our men should take the pressure of society and change ways to better their mental health. 

On this episode our team gives their personal experiences and opinions on social media vs social privacy.  We gave insight on the difference between privacy and publicity. We also spoke on how to protect yourself from the negative effects of social media. Another topic we discussed is what are the different types of catfishing and how to recognize them. We also speak on Main and spam pages and who...

On episode 12 the team give us an inside look of what most teens struggle with mentally . The team talks about the signs/causes of mental health, different types of self harm, The psychology aspect of mental, and more ! How do you cope with mental health? Take a listen to this week's podcast and find a new mechanism to help with mental health.

In this episode we take a look into the emotions that the teens deal with toxic parents. The teens speak upon their personal experience with dealing with their toxic parent or parent guardian.  Have or do you ever have to deal with a toxic parent ?   Take a listen to this week's podcast and find a new mechanism to help with toxic parents .

On this episode we dive into how the food industry affects the lives of our youth by comparing the food options that we see in our own neighborhoods. What are the different effect that unhealthy foods can have on you short term and long term? Listen in for better ways to enact healthy food habits and the different options you have when it comes to food choices.

Get into this episode where the Change Chi team takes you through the journey of growing up as a youth in Chicago. Discussing how their personal environments and experiences have shaped who they are. Join them as they take a look at how growing up in Chicago has a a specific effect on teens.

In this episode the team breaks down the contributions to toxic relationships in teens while sharing their personal experiences with toxic relationships. Why is there a skewed concept of love amongst teens and how does social media influences this? We also talk about how to maintain a healthy relationship and why self love is important.

On this episode the team weighs in with their experience on the effect of drugs on teens. Breaking down our knowledge with good/bad usage, moderation & personal experience. We also share the different ways access has increased and how this has had the biggest impact.

The CDC reported that suicide is increasing at a faster rate for Black youth than it is for any other racial or ethnic group. According to minorityhealth.hhs.gov , In 2020, suicide was the third leading cause of death, respectively, for blacks or African Americans, ages 15 to 24. Join the BBF Podcast as host Christian, Semaj, and Javon discuss the topic of mental health and how it effects them as...

*WARNING* This episode discuss thoughts of suicide Teens at BBF sit down to discuss the conversation of mental health awareness month and how unfortunately a lot of teens aren't taken seriously when it comes to their mental health. Two students discuss their unfortunate attempts at suicide and how it effected them and their families. Help is available. Speak with someone today. Dial 988 for th...

When it comes to going out on dates, hanging with friends or even just being out with family, who should pay the bill? After a viral video of a group of friends bashing a lady's husband for not paying for their food at their friend's birthday party, the teens question the rules around splitting the bill.

After looking up our neighborhood online via a real estate website called Property Club , the teens discovered not only is their neighborhood considered dangerous, but it's the FOURTH on the list as the MOST dangerous neighborhood in Chicago! According to Property Club North Lawndale was a growing and developing neighborhood on Chicago's West Side, but it was greatly affected by the 2008 r...

Illinois State Representative Yolonda Morris of the 9th District stopped by the BBF Building Brighter Futures For the Arts Center to hear the concerns of Chicago's youth during our after school program with the True Star Podcast. During her visit, she allowed the teens to voice their concerns about their neighborhood of North Lawndale and ways they can work now to make changes. Rep. Morris is...

On Tuesday February 20th Beyoncè woke up not only to dropping a brand new hair care line called Cécred but also historical news that she was the FIRST Black Women in American history to take the #1 spot on the US Billboard Country Music charts. Even with the excitement from her fans, some country music diehards are not necessarily feeling the singer's "new style". BBF Podcast host Ch...