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She Rocks, Episode 5: Safety

Amari, Kaiya, Shecoria, and Naiya talk about politics, news, fashion, and shoes. They give tips on how to stay safe during the holiday season. Produced by Coastal Youth Media and GRITS. Hosted by Amari Poindexter, Kaiya Sidberry, Shecoria Smith, and Naiya Graham. Original music by Shelyah Raelynn Tucker of TWOTL Music Group. Support the show…

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She Rocks, Episode 4: Toxic Relationships

Youth leaders Amari, Kaiya, Shecoria, and Naiya talk about the latest in politics, news, and fashion. They talk about what defines toxicity and how to deal with toxic relationships in a healthy way. Produced by Coastal Youth Media and GRITS. Hosted by Amari Poindexter, Kaiya Sidberry, Shecoria Smith, and Naiya Graham. Original music by Shelyah…

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When Florence Came to Wilmington

A powerful look at the impact of Hurricane Florence on one family and their life after. The project was produced by a community journalist as part of the Narrative Arts‘ Resiliency Media Fellowship in Wilmington, North Carolina. To host a screening of this and other films in the series contact us at info@narrativearts.org.

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Self-love

Youth leaders Amari, Kaiya, Shecoria, and Naiya update us on this week’s politics, news, and fashion tips. They dig into this week’s hot topic, self-love. Produced by Coastal Youth Media and GRITS. Hosted by Amari Poindexter, Kaiya Sidberry, Shecoria Smith, and Naiya Graham. Original music by Shelyah Raelynn Tucker of TWOTL Music Group. Support the…

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Bullying

Youth leaders Amari, Kaiya, Shecoria, and Naiya give us the latest in news and fashion. The four discuss bullying, this week’s hot topic. They reflect on their own experiences with bullying and give tips on building confidence. Produced by Coastal Youth Media and GRITS. Hosted by Amari Poindexter, Kaiya Sidberry, Shecoria Smith, and Naiya Graham….

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Teen Entrepreneurship

Youth leaders Amari, Kaiya, Shecoria, and Naiya give us the latest in news and fashion. The four dive into the challenges and rewards of this week’s hot topic: teen entrepreneurship. Produced by Coastal Youth Media and GRITS. Hosted by Amari Poindexter, Kaiya Sidberry, Shecoria Smith, and Naiya Graham. Original music by Shelyah Raelynn Tucker of…

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Hurricane Dorian Special

Storm Stories podcast asked folks to call in messages of support to their neighbors and the response so far has been overwhelming – over 45 calls across 7 counties. Take a listen, and consider sharing your own message of encouragement by calling 910-604-6519. We will keep adding to and sharing these messages! #ilmstrong #dorian #hurricanedorian…

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Should you stay or should you go

During a disaster, whether to evacuate or stay is probably the most critical decision you can make. What goes into it? For Chris Depompeis the answer is complicated. Support the show (https://shoresides.org/support/).   Want to Help: Donate – To The Good Shepherd Center to fund housing assistance programs. Advocate – Call NC Senators: Richard Burr…

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Neighborhood Love

When Hurricane Florence struck, the city of Wilmington got plenty of attention from media outlets and government agencies. But few had the ability to do what community activist Cedric Harrison did, which was to witness all the ways poverty and disaster intersect. Support the show (https://shoresides.org/support/).   Want to Help: Donate – To The Good…

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Working Together

As climate change pushes ocean temperatures higher, the damage from hurricanes will increase. There’s the government response to these history-making disasters, and then there’s the response of people like trauma specialist Franchon Francees. Support the show (https://shoresides.org/support/).   Want to Help: Donate – To The Good Shepherd Center to fund housing assistance programs. Advocate –…

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