How Badly I Want My Dad To Quit Smoking
According to the American Lung Association, more than 200 thousand new cases of lung cancer are expected to be diagnosed in 2016.
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How My Chinese Grandma Found Her American Dream
My grandparents opened a restaurant in 1989 in the corner of a small shopping plaza at the center of Madera,…
From Taco Emojis to Pancakes On Fleek: Fast Food Brands Target Teens On Social Media
Here are two obvious statements: One, Teenagers love fast food. Two, they hate listening to adults. And that’s a real problem if you’re a modern fast food company these days.
Raised By A Single Parent
My mom has raised me all on her own. She’s doing her best, but she can’t play the role of both parents.
How Can We Protect Youth From Homelessness?
Given the rising cost of housing throughout the country, what protections should young people receive to protect them from homelessness?
Out And Proud, But Not Here For Your Questions
When I hold my girlfriend’s hand in public, it’s not an invitation to ask me questions about my personal life. I’m not a spokesperson for the queer community.
“I Was Straight But Then…”
This story comes to us via Story Works Alaska and the Alaska Teen Media Institute. A lot of people say that they don’t…
Fast Food Scramble
In our new series, Fast Food Scramble, Youth Radio reporters partnered with NPR’s Sonari Glinton to capture stories about today’s fast food market.
The Perks Of Being Short
Positive body image is a big trend in fashion and media right now. But short guys seem to be left out.