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This week on Mental Health Matters, Dr. Stacy Killings dives into the topic of resilience — how we can pick ourselves up, bounce back, and keep moving forward when life gets tough.

Destroying Confidence in Your Children.

In Episode 25 of the SISICU podcast, hosts Cookie and Sparkle sit down with Dr. Adeana Tazel and TK Oluwafemi to discuss the topic, “Why Black Women Hurt Each Other in the Workplace.”

Episode 43 – Understanding Prostate Cancer: Awareness and Early Detection In this episode of Check Your Health , UR Medicine Urologist Dr. Jonathan Bloom joined host Dr. Shaun Nelms to discuss prostate cancer — a condition that affects Black men nearly twice as often as white men. They covered symptoms, screening options, treatment, and how early detection and support can make a difference. Brough...

A powerful new maternal child health initiative from Healthy Baby Network and the Bridge Project. Nestinfo@healthy-baby.net

In Episode 48 of the Love & Light Podcast, Lovely Warren and Willie Lightfoot discuss the new American Dream and what success looks like in 2025.

Uterine fibroids were one of the most common women’s health issues — but many didn’t realize how much they could impact daily life. On Check Your Health this past Thursday, host Dr. Shaun Nelms spoke with Drs. Alexandra Foxx and Johann Piquion about symptoms, treatment options, and how to take charge of your health. If you ever had questions about fibroids, this was a conversation you didn’t want...

Curtis Monroe speaks about his journey and how he got into the masonry business.

Tune in every Friday at 10am with Latia Vaughn on the WDKX Wake-Up Club. Each week, she dives into powerful conversations that matter — including: "Your Story Isn’t Over Yet" – offering hope and encouragement for those feeling stuck. "The Energy You Bring Matters" – a reminder to be intentional about your presence and how it impacts others. And conversations around A.I. – explo...

Check Your Health kicked off a new season with a special episode celebrating the power of music! Host Dr. Shaun Nelms spoke with guests from the University of Rochester and the Eastman School of Music about two can't-miss events: Soundtrax (Oct. 16–18) — North America’s first film music festival, a collaboration between Eastman and the Hajim School of Engineering, which celebrated the rich his...

In this week's episode of Mental Health Matters , Dr. Stacy Killings discusses the power of vulnerability and how to express yourself authentically."

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In Episode 24 of SISCU2, hosts Cookie and Sparkle sit down with guest April Hill to discuss why rest is an essential part of self-care.

On episode 47 of the Love & Light Podcast, hosts Lovely Warren and Willie Lightfoot discuss the dysfunction and all that’s happening within the federal government.

Episode Title: Identity In our first episode, we sit down with Talitha, also known as DJ Reign and formerly part of the WDKX Wake Up Club. She shares her journey of letting go, navigating identity shifts, and adjusting to life's changes with honesty and grace. This conversation is about transformation, the courage to release old ver4sions of yourself, and the strength too step fully into who y...

Episode Title: Identity In our first episode, we sit down with Talitha, also known as DJ Reign and formerly part of the WDKX Wake Up Club. She shares her journey of letting go, navigating identity shifts, and adjusting to life's changes with honesty and grace. This conversation is about transformation, the courage to release old ver4sions of yourself, and the strength too step fully into who y...

In this week’s powerful episode, Dr. Killings explores one of the most transformative – yet often overlooked – aspects of mental well-being: forgiveness. Whether it's forgiving others or learning to forgive ourselves, Dr. Killings dives deep into how this vital emotional process can free us from resentment, reduce anxiety, and open the door to healing and growth.

Grieving and its benefits.

SISICU2 Ep. 23 – Cookie Discusses the Realities of Menopause

At a corporate office, Jenna’s manager often directs flirtatious remarks toward her. The behavior makes her uncomfortable, but she worries that speaking up could jeopardize her job. Meanwhile, her colleague Marcus has noticed what's been happening. He wants to intervene but is conflicted—torn between standing up for what’s right and safeguarding his own position. What should Marcus do? Should...

On this week's episode of Mental Health Matters, Dr. Killings discusses how to manage troubled young children and explores an important relationship topic: why do people still choose to get married even when they know their partner may not be compatible?

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Every Friday morning, The Dream Pusher Latia Vaughan lights up the Wake-Up Club—firing up Rochester and the world to level up and chase greatness!

Alex and Jordan co-parent their daughter Mia and usually communicate well. Alex’s spouse, Taylor (the step-parent), grounds Mia by taking her phone because of school issues. Later, Taylor casually tells Jordan about it. Jordan agrees with the consequence and calls Alex to confirm. Alex gets upset with Taylor—not for the punishment, but for telling Jordan directly. Alex feels it’s their job as the...

Explore how cultural storytelling, oral traditions, and family histories strengthen literacy and identity—and how they empower us to shape our own futures. Join host Cllanda Florence, educator and doctoral student at the University of Rochester, in conversation with Principal Kafele—retired principal, education consultant, and acclaimed author. Together, they discuss the transformative power of st...