WCRS Podcast - youthbeat

Here Comes the Sun - The Highland Youth Gardens - March 13, 2017

Submitted by youthbeat on Mon, 03/13/2017 - 5:59pm

26:08 minutes (23.93 MB)

Does the warm weather and sun put you in a summertime mood? This week Youth Beat goes to the Highland Youth Garden on Columbus' West Side. This 40-acre garden involves hundreds of children and is supported by Franklin County Extension, local schools, Freedom Schools, local churches, and community organizations. Be inspired to get outside and garden! We also hear about Strides for Sudan at Upper Arlington High School and our weekly Creature Feature.

Unspoken Super Heroes - March 6, 2017

Submitted by youthbeat on Sun, 03/05/2017 - 9:59pm

28:30 minutes (44.18 MB)

This week we play a classic episode of Youth Beat. Linden McKinley STEM Academy students shine a light on the role models and support systems that exist within their school. Superman has nothing on these people.

Soil, Water, and You! - Feb. 27, 2017

Submitted by youthbeat on Mon, 02/27/2017 - 3:18pm

27:33 minutes (25.23 MB)

Exceptional! Science, Students, and Spaces - February 20, 2017

Submitted by youthbeat on Mon, 02/20/2017 - 2:23pm

28:01 minutes (38.64 MB)

This week's show features the Exceptional Science Fair held every spring at Beechcroft High School. Executive Producer Kristi Lekies interviews Special Education Teacher and Exceptional Science Fair Director Paul Lasker about the awesome projects that are presented at the fair and how the students meet state science standards. What about the spaces where we learn? We learn about two schools in Upper Arlington and ideas on how the buildings can be improved. New producer Alyssa educates us on bees, and host Lyndsi ends with our regular Creature Feature segment.

Soil, Water, and You! - Feb. 6 and 13, 2017

Submitted by youthbeat on Mon, 02/13/2017 - 12:38pm

27:33 minutes (25.23 MB)

This week's feature story is about our healthy environment and the work of the Franklin County Soil and Water Conservation District. Hear tips for a greener yard, as well as information about youth programs, including the Envirothon. We also hear about an inspiring teacher, ideas for gaming, and this week's Creature Feature.

Inspiration! - January 30, 2017

Submitted by youthbeat on Sun, 01/29/2017 - 9:04pm

26:43 minutes (38.65 MB)

Inspiration! - January 23, 2017

Submitted by youthbeat on Mon, 01/23/2017 - 12:33pm

26:43 minutes (38.65 MB)

This week's show features inspiration! Upper Arlington High School students interview an extraordinary teacher who reflects on his career as a basketball player, coach, and teacher. We learn about the Passport to Fishing program sponsored by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Division of Wildlife. What is the best way to transform our health? Hear about the Walk with a Doc program for Columbus residents of all ages and the ways that "movement cures so many things."

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. - January 16, 2017

Submitted by youthbeat on Mon, 01/16/2017 - 7:43am

27:48 minutes (35.17 MB)

This show takes time to recognize the contributions of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As we take time to reflect, we will highlight the MLK open house that takes place annually at The King Arts Complex, as well as other events that occur throughout the day in Columbus, Ohio. This segment was created to inspire youth leadership, action and involvement in the community by getting inspiration by Dr. King's leadership and actions.

Art, Emotion, and Discovery - January 9, 2017

Submitted by youthbeat on Mon, 01/09/2017 - 1:47pm

24:15 minutes (35.09 MB)

Art, Emotion, and Discovery - January 2, 2017

Submitted by youthbeat on Tue, 01/03/2017 - 2:26pm

23:38 minutes (34.31 MB)

To start off the New Year, Youth Beat focuses on our creative side with a visit to the Art Lab at the Columbus Museum of Art. Then we learn about ways to find out more about work in the Green Jobs and outdoors sectors. We also begin the year with the first of an upcoming series of segments on gaming.

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