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Supporting Youth Through the Transition to Adulthood with Lexy Largent
The journey from adolescence to adulthood is shaped by far more than academics. Lexy Largent of the Georgetown Project joins us to discuss resilience, community support, youth development, and the challenges that can impact long-term outcomes. We explore how families, schools, and communities can help young people navigate adversity, strengthen protective factors, and build healthy foundations for the future.
Jun 20, 2026, 45 min 52 sec
Breaking Barriers in Student Mental Health: Access, Workforce Challenges & Support Systems with Candi Gadison & Rachel Rios
Access to mental health care remains a challenge for many students and families. Candi Gadison and Rachel Rios of Impact Counseling Services discuss school-based mental health, provider shortages, barriers to care, suicide prevention, and the challenges facing underserved communities. We also explore how parents, educators, and mental health professionals can work together to ensure children receive the support they need to stay safe, healthy, and connected.
Jun 20, 2026, 48 min 15 sec
Neurodivergence, Trauma & Turning Challenges into Strengths with Sonja Cousar
Sonja Cousar, founder and CEO of Bridge of Strength Community Center, joins us for a conversation about neurodivergence, trauma, healing, and empowerment. We discuss ADHD, autism, stigma, mentorship, and how trauma—including abuse and instability—can affect young people. Sonja shares how understanding, supportive relationships, and community connections can help children and families build resilience and move toward healing.
Jun 20, 2026, 42 min 11 sec
Helping Kids Thrive: Protective Factors, Prevention & Resilience with Julie Stevens
What helps children thrive, and what puts them at risk? Julie Stevens of Prevention Training Services joins us to discuss protective and risk factors across family, school, and community environments. We explore how helping young people develop their strengths and passions can build resilience, reduce the risk of substance misuse and other adverse outcomes, and support child well-being. Julie also shares why stigma-reducing language and prevention-focused approaches are essential for creating safer environments for children and families.
Jun 20, 2026, 47 min 26 sec
Trailer: Growing Strong: Supporting One Child at a Time
Join your host, Fatimah Sajid, as she meets local nonprofits, community leaders, and wellness experts across Williamson County to discuss child abuse prevention, family mental health, and the community resources that help children grow up safe, supported, and resilient. Together, we’ll learn how our actions — big or small — can change a child’s world for the better.
Jan 26, 2026, 3 min 17 sec
Eric and “Jail to Jobs”
Guest Eric Mejía shares how Jail to Jobs supports 17–24-year-olds in Williamson and Travis Counties through workforce, character, and holistic development.
Jul 9, 2024, 1 hr 2 min
MC2 Board Secretary Roger DeLeon discusses WellPoint’s strategic partnerships and initiatives to improve community health in Central Texas.
Apr 19, 2024, 52 min 10 sec
A candid conversation about local efforts to support survivors of child abuse, with Marcus Reese and Priscilla Moreno. (Trigger warning: discussion of sexual assault.)
Mar 25, 2024, 1 hr 20 min
Community Healthcare Worker Leigh Richter explains how Pathways and Step Up Texas foster restorative practices and transform school culture.
Mar 19, 2024, 56 min 44 sec
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