YouthSoup: A Podcast by Listen Up Youth Radio

YouthSoup: A Podcast by Listen Up Youth Radio

Listen Up Youth Radio, Inc

YouthSoup is a youth produced podcast from Listen Up Youth Radio. Each episode is told from your everyday youth who discuss real-life social issues that teens and young adults face in our daily lives. As media storytellers, it is our intention to add some youth to your soup, some flavor to your day, and to acknowledge and raise awareness of these topics to let you know you are not alone. “This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fu...

SMI '24 Bonus Episode: Apples or Bananas?

SMI '24 Bonus Episode: Apples or Bananas?

Summer Media Intensive 2024, Bonus Episode: To close out our publication of SMI 2024, were excited to share the results of an experimental pop-up recording studio. We hope you enjoy this funny little episode, featuring some wonderful members of the Listen Up community!

Dec 28, 2024 • 20:40

SMI '24: Artistic Presence

SMI '24: Artistic Presence

Summer Media Intensive 2024, Part 4: Join Siham as she talks about multimedia visual arts and has the chance to interview professional visual artist Hend Al-Mansour. She dives into depth about the importance behind its cultural representation and audience impact, while Hend tells her more about the creation behind it.Find out more about Hend's work on her website www.hendalmansour.com, and check out her exhibit up at SooVAC in Minneapolis until January 5, 2005 - and her murals around the Twin Ci

Dec 20, 2024 • 14:53

SMI '24: Gaming and Mental Health + Savoring Somalia

SMI '24: Gaming and Mental Health + Savoring Somalia

Summer Media Intensive 2024, Part 3: In this episode, Hamza Ali talks about mental health within video games. He sits down with his friends Hamse and Dinasha to talk about their favorite video games and how video games have improved their mental health. Even if you don't play video games, Hamza hopes that you can see how video games can positively affect others' lives. In the other half of this episode, Hamse Sahardid dives into his Somali culture and cuisine. He interviews his friend and his si

Dec 19, 2024 • 31:18

SMI '24: The Importance of Art

SMI '24: The Importance of Art

Summer Media Intensive 2024, Part 2: In this episode of youth soup, Josie and Destiney talk about the importance of art. Josie sits down with her close friends James and Hadiyah to talk about the importance of art education and what that means to them. Later in the episode, Josie talks to her 8th grade English teacher, Mr. Mulhern to get a teacher's perspective on the situation. Destiney talks about the more personal aspects of art; how it improved her mental health, how it can improve mental he

Dec 18, 2024 • 24:52

SMI '24: Horror Movie Stereotypes: Black and Queer Misrepresentation

SMI '24: Horror Movie Stereotypes: Black and Queer Misrepresentation

Summer Media Intensive 2024, Part 1: Movies have had a long history of misrepresenting or showing Queer and Black people in a negative lightwith the Horror genre being one of the biggest offenders. In this episode Dinasha and Kiara dive into stereotypes and how they negatively affect culture and communities. We will also talk about how movies are changing and making an effort to create positive representation while also including intersectionality between Queer and Black people.SPOILER WARNING:

Dec 17, 2024 • 31:28

Generational Perspectives on Ethiopian Identity

Generational Perspectives on Ethiopian Identity

In this episode, Hiwi sits down with Abdul Yousuph, a political science and international relations graduate from the University of Addis Ababa, to talk about how Ethiopian identity has changed across generations. Abdul shares what being Ethiopian meant for his generation and reflects on how recent conflicts and our history of internal colonization have shaped what it means for us, the youth, today. Join Hiwi and Abdul as they discuss the journey of where we come from, how we see ourselves now,

Dec 12, 2024 • 35:49

Behind the Words of a Poet

Behind the Words of a Poet

Listen in on Siyams new YouthSoup episode in which she takes a deep dive into poetry, exploring the power of words and how they can evoke emotions, paint vivid pictures, and tell compelling stories. Joined by poets Sagirah Shahid and Ibtisam Sid.

Nov 30, 2024 • 27:57

Exploring Ethiopian Identity - Perspectives and Challenges

Exploring Ethiopian Identity - Perspectives and Challenges

Join Hiwi, Solo, and Bethy in this thought-provoking episode about Ethiopia's unique history and its ongoing internal struggles. They dive into the pride of being from one of the only African nations never colonized and discuss the ethnic-based civil wars in Tigray, Oromia, and Amhara. Together, they explore what these conflicts mean for Ethiopian identity today. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about pride, unity, and the challenges of internal conflicts.

Nov 22, 2024 • 32:09

Death In Depth

Death In Depth

Teens coming together to talk about a topic usually kept lowkey. In this episode Solo, Hiwi, and Siyam deep dive into the profound and mysterious subject of death. Exploring various perspectives, including cultural beliefs and personal experiences. Aiming to shed light on the often taboo topic and providing a space for reflection and understanding. Come along on this journey with many curiosities, stories, and debates of lifes inevitable end.

Jul 18, 2024 • 33:05

Food Justice for All!

Food Justice for All!

In this episode, Rena chats with Astrid, a wonderful Urban Roots staff member and the biggest beet lover. They talk all about food justice, youth work, and cooking! Tune in to hear about our food stories! (This is one of Renas favorite episodes ever, thanks to Astrid)

May 13, 2024 • 42:34

The Weight of Religion With Robert Two Bulls

The Weight of Religion With Robert Two Bulls

In this episode, Luka interviews Robert Two Bulls, a Missioner for the Department of Indian Work at the Episcopal Church in Minnesota. They talk about religion, death and why Robert chooses to be a Christian. Please enjoy!

Feb 8, 2024 • 27:06

Summer '23 YouthForum with YEA! MN

Summer '23 YouthForum with YEA! MN

This episode is a YouthForum that was hosted/filmed in August of 2023 during the Summer Media Intensive. Rena and Gloria of the Youth Media Collective sat down with members of the Youth Environmental Activists of Minnesota (YEA! MN) from Climate Gen. Featuring Aniela Kunkel Iinares, Anna Bennet, and Toby Kyle Stickles of YEA! MN.

Feb 2, 2024 • 52:33

Emerson, Hamsa Food Endeavors Pt. 1 and 2

Emerson, Hamsa Food Endeavors Pt. 1 and 2

In this episode, Emerson and Hamsa are here to take you on the journey of food, exploring the vast cultures of your favorite snacks and food and various delicacies and culinary experiences across the world. Keep listening to hear more about peanut butter cupcakes, ph?, and Big Chicken

Oct 20, 2023 • 29:17

Family, Friends, and Frybread / Exploring Oromo Culture

Family, Friends, and Frybread / Exploring Oromo Culture

In this episode of Youth Soup, join Siyam as she takes a deep dive into Oromo culture, discovering its various values, traditions, and culinary arts through talking with Illily and Abdurahman. All about Culture, Family. and Love. Then, Diamond, a passionate youth producer, talks to her former Ojibwe teacher and mentor Mathew Lafave and her amazing mother Deidre Raymond about the cultural significance of frybread."

Oct 6, 2023 • 29:28

Family, Friends, and Frybread / Exploring Oromo Culture

Family, Friends, and Frybread / Exploring Oromo Culture

In this episode of Youth Soup, join Siyam as she takes a deep dive into Oromo culture, discovering its various values, traditions, and culinary arts through talking with Illily and Abdurahman. All about Culture, Family. and Love. Then, Diamond, a passionate youth producer, talks to her former Ojibwe teacher and mentor Mathew Lafave and her amazing mother Deidre Raymond about the cultural significance of frybread."

Oct 6, 2023 • 29:28

Backstage: The Music Scene/ Behind Social Media

Backstage: The Music Scene/ Behind Social Media

Is going viral all that? In this episode Luka Cook interviews Yves, a member of the local music scene in Minnesota, to talk about their music journey and what it means to be a part of the scene. Luka also sits down with VIALs KT Brandscum to talk about how VIAL started and the effects capitalism has on the music industry. Ben interviews Gloria, a fellow youth producer at Listen Up to share their social media experiences, capture the thoughts on mental health within social media, and ways to impr

Sep 21, 2023 • 31:24

Backstage: The Music Scene/ Behind Social Media

Backstage: The Music Scene/ Behind Social Media

Is going viral all that? In this episode Luka Cook interviews Yves, a member of the local music scene in Minnesota, to talk about their music journey and what it means to be a part of the scene. Luka also sits down with VIALs KT Branscom to talk about how VIAL started and the effects capitalism has on the music industry. Ben interviews Gloria, a fellow youth producer at Listen Up to share their social media experiences, capture the thoughts on mental health within social media, and ways to impro

Sep 21, 2023 • 31:24

Teachers Talk Pt 1 and 2

Teachers Talk Pt 1 and 2

Brooklyn talks to two different teachers, Christopher Polly and Chole Bluth who do a whole lot for their school and students and do not get paid enough for what they do.Lanah sits down and talks with Molly Keenan, a teacher, a parent, and working artist about what her life is like alongside her job. They discuss how much Molly works, how she balances her business and family, and her thoughts about the public education system.

Sep 7, 2023 • 30:01

Teachers Talk Pt 1 and 2

Teachers Talk Pt 1 and 2

Brooklyn talks to two different teachers, Christopher Polly and Chole Bluth who do a whole lot for their school and students and do not get paid enough for what they do.Lanah sits down and talks with Molly Keenan, a teacher, a parent, and working artist about what her life is like alongside her job. They discuss how much Molly works, how she balances her business and family, and her thoughts about the public education system.

Sep 7, 2023 • 30:01

Accepting Your Identity / Back 2 School ft. Covid

Accepting Your Identity / Back 2 School ft. Covid

Kay sits down with their friend Sandi to have a chat about her queer identity, and how she got to this point in life where she is able to accept herself as an aro-ace person. In part 2 of this episode, Dana talks to Abby about their experiences going into middle school during and after the COVID pandemic, touching on topics that impacted them socially, emotionally, and academically.

Aug 24, 2023 • 31:50

Accepting Your Identity / Back 2 School ft. Covid

Accepting Your Identity / Back 2 School ft. Covid

Kay sits down with their friend Sandi to have a chat about her queer identity, and how she got to this point in life where she is able to accept herself as an aro-ace person. In part 2 of this episode, Dana talks to Abby about their experiences going into middle school during and after the COVID pandemic, touching on topics that impacted them socially, emotionally, and academically.

Aug 24, 2023 • 31:50

Little Earth pt 2: Ongoing Struggles and Solidarity

Little Earth pt 2: Ongoing Struggles and Solidarity

Part two of the conversation with Jolene Jones and Cassie Holmes about the struggle for community control of the Roof Depot and the deadly environmental racism present in East Phillips. This episode contains discussion of the deaths of young people, police violence, and systemic colonial abuse.

Aug 11, 2023 • 25:33

Little Earth pt 2: Ongoing Struggles and Solidarity

Little Earth pt 2: Ongoing Struggles and Solidarity

Part two of the conversation with Jolene Jones and Cassie Holmes about the struggle for community control of the Roof Depot and the deadly environmental racism present in East Phillips. This episode contains discussion of the deaths of young people, police violence, and systemic colonial abuse.

Aug 11, 2023 • 25:33

Little Earth pt 1: Community Dreams

Little Earth pt 1: Community Dreams

In May, Youth Soup producers had a conversation with two long time residents and community leaders in Little Earth MN, Jolene Jones, and Cassie Holmes, about the communities needs for the Roof Depot site. This is part 1 of a longer conversation, so stay tuned for the second half! Gratitude and respect to Jolene and Cassie for their time, knowledge, and leadership.

Aug 11, 2023 • 19:44

Little Earth pt 1: Community Dreams

Little Earth pt 1: Community Dreams

In May, Youth Soup producers had a conversation with two long time residents and community leaders in Little Earth MN, Jolene Jones, and Cassie Holmes, about the communities needs for the Roof Depot site. This is part 1 of a longer conversation, so stay tuned for the second half! Gratitude and respect to Jolene and Cassie for their time, knowledge, and leadership.

Aug 11, 2023 • 19:44

Little Earth pt 1: Community Dreams

Little Earth pt 1: Community Dreams

In May, Youth Soup producers had a conversation with two long time residents and community leaders in Little Earth MN, Jolene Jones, and Cassie Holmes, about the communities needs for the Roof Depot site. This is part 1 of a longer conversation, so stay tuned for the second half! Gratitude and respect to Jolene and Cassie for their time, knowledge, and leadership.

Aug 10, 2023 • 19:44

Little Earth pt 2: Ongoing Struggles and Solidarity

Little Earth pt 2: Ongoing Struggles and Solidarity

Part two of the conversation with Jolene Jones and Cassie Holmes about the struggle for community control of the Roof Depot and the deadly environmental racism present in East Phillips. This episode contains discussion of the deaths of young people, police violence, and systemic colonial abuse.

Aug 10, 2023 • 25:33

Little Earth pt 1: Community Dreams

Little Earth pt 1: Community Dreams

In May, Youth Soup producers had a conversation with two long time residents and community leaders in Little Earth MN, Jolene Jones, and Cassie Holmes, about the communities needs for the Roof Depot site. This is part 1 of a longer conversation, so stay tuned for the second half! Gratitude and respect to Jolene and Cassie for their time, knowledge, and leadership.

Jul 27, 2023 • 20:15

The Best Episode Ever

The Best Episode Ever

For this episode of Youth Soup, Rena and Jacy and Ella had the honor of speaking with 2 members of the COFED Organization, AB and Axúl, about relationships between the land, liberation, community and identity.

Jul 20, 2023 • 1:09:18

The Beauty of Community & Creativity

The Beauty of Community & Creativity

In this episode, we invite the lovely and wonderful Junauda Petrus who is a local author, artist, and community member to join Rena, Jacy, and Sara. They discuss the importance of maintaining and being involved in community, building intergenerational relationships, queer elders, the nuances of being a BIPOC artist in the Twin Cities, as well as read aloud Junaudas childrens book, Can We Please Give the Police Department to the grandmothers? Come listen!

Jul 13, 2023 • 54:02

The Beauty of Community & Creativity

The Beauty of Community & Creativity

In this episode, we invite the lovely and wonderful Junauda Petrus who is a local author, artist, and community member to join Rena, Jacy, and Sara. They discuss the importance of maintaining and being involved in community, building intergenerational relationships, queer elders, the nuances of being a BIPOC artist in the Twin Cities, as well as read aloud Junauda’s children’s book, Can We Please Give the Police Department to the grandmothers? Come listen!

Jul 13, 2023 • 54:34

The Beauty of Community & Creativity

The Beauty of Community & Creativity

In this episode, we invite the lovely and wonderful Junauda Petrus who is a local author, artist, and community member to join Rena, Jacy, and Sara. They discuss the importance of maintaining and being involved in community, building intergenerational relationships, queer elders, the nuances of being a BIPOC artist in the Twin Cities, as well as read aloud Junaudas childrens book, Can We Please Give the Police Department to the grandmothers? Come listen!

Jul 13, 2023 • 54:02

The Best Episode Ever

The Best Episode Ever

For this episode of Youth Soup, Rena and Jacy and Ella had the honor of speaking with 2 members of the COFED Organization, AB and Axl, about relationships between the land, liberation, community and identity.

Jun 29, 2023 • 1:08:46

The Best Episode Ever

The Best Episode Ever

For this episode of Youth Soup, Rena and Jacy and Ella had the honor of speaking with 2 members of the COFED Organization, AB and Axl, about relationships between the land, liberation, community and identity.

Jun 29, 2023 • 1:01:50

Parent Pot-au-feu

Parent Pot-au-feu

This episode of Youthsoup contains vulgarity and mentions of self injury. Clara inquires a close friend about her upbringing in a hostile household. She recounts her conflicting parents, disdainful parent figures, details her struggle with self image as a result of scorn from her mother and a frayed bond with her misogynist father. Despite a dreary topic the conversation between friends isnt without laughs and delivers needed catharsis.

Jun 15, 2023 • 31:14

Parent Pot-au-feu

Parent Pot-au-feu

This episode of Youthsoup contains vulgarity and mentions of self injury. Clara inquires a close friend about her upbringing in a hostile household. She recounts her conflicting parents, disdainful parent figures, details her struggle with self image as a result of scorn from her mother and a frayed bond with her misogynist father. Despite a dreary topic the conversation between friends isnt without laughs and delivers needed catharsis.

Jun 15, 2023 • 31:14

Parent Pot-au-feu

Parent Pot-au-feu

This episode of Youthsoup contains vulgarity and mentions of self injury. Clara inquires a close friend about her upbringing in a hostile household. She recounts her conflicting parents, disdainful parent figures, details her struggle with self image as a result of scorn from her mother and a frayed bond with her misogynist father. Despite a dreary topic the conversation between friends isn’t without laughs and delivers needed catharsis.

Jun 15, 2023 • 31:45

Her Homade Soup

Her Homade Soup

In this episode of YouthSoup, Ella invites her longtime friend Grace to discuss their experiences with their stepmoms, what its like, how their feelings have changed, and how they grew out of the stereotype of the evil stepmother.

Jun 1, 2023 • 25:17

Her Homade Soup

Her Homade Soup

In this episode of YouthSoup, Ella invites her longtime friend Grace to discuss their experiences with their stepmoms, what it’s like, how their feelings have changed, and how they grew out of the stereotype of the evil stepmother.

Jun 1, 2023 • 25:49

Emerged Black Storytellers in Our Communities

Emerged Black Storytellers in Our Communities

In this episode, Gloria has a sit-down interview with Emmy-Nominated journalist Georgia Fort based in the Twin Cities to discuss the importance of representation in media. They discuss the stigma behind Black journalists on the screen, stories that dont have a light shed on, and how storytellers can contribute to amplify those untold stories. What was it like being one of the two journalists in the sentencing of Derek Chauvin? How can storytellers create a space of inclusion? Find out in this cu

May 19, 2023 • 25:53

Emerged Black Storytellers in Our CommunitiesI

Emerged Black Storytellers in Our CommunitiesI

In this episode, Gloria has a sit-down interview with Emmy-Nominated journalist Georgia Fort based in the Twin Cities to discuss the importance of representation in media. They discuss the stigma behind Black journalists on the screen, stories that don’t have a light shed on, and how storytellers can contribute to amplify those untold stories. What was it like being one of the two journalists in the sentencing of Derek Chauvin? How can storytellers create a space of inclusion? Find out in this c

May 19, 2023 • 26:25

Divesting from Capitalism, Investing in Eachother

Divesting from Capitalism, Investing in Eachother

In this episode, Jacy, Ella, and Rena were inspired by preparing for a future episode of YouthSoup centering a racial justice fellowship - and by the wisdom of trees. They discussed what we can learn about mutual aid, non-extractive exchange, and collective liberation from our more-than-human relatives. Stay tuned for an unbelievably exciting future episode with COFED Just Leader Fellows to hear a more in-depth conversation! The book Rena is obsessed with throughout this episode is The Island of

May 4, 2023 • 28:51

Divesting from Capitalism, Investing in Eachother

Divesting from Capitalism, Investing in Eachother

In this episode, Jacy, Ella, and Rena were inspired by preparing for a future episode of Youth Soup centering a Racial Justice Fellowship and by the wisdom of trees. They discussed what we can learn about mutual aid, non extractive exchange, and collective liberation from our more-than-human relatives. Stay tuned for an unbelievably exciting future episode with COFED Racial Justice Fellows to hear a more in depth conversation! The book Rena is obsessed with throughout this episode is “The island

May 4, 2023 • 29:23

Whats the deal with Amazon?

Whats the deal with Amazon?

During the Fourth episode of Youth Soup Season 2, Sebastian interviews his friend about working at the Amazon Fulfillment Center in Shakopee MN. The conditions of working the night shift are the main focus of their conversation. Within that context they discuss their opinions on managerial dynamics in the workplace, workplace moral; and overall safety concerns on the floor.

Apr 20, 2023 • 31:55

Whats the deal with Amazon?

Whats the deal with Amazon?

During the Fourth episode of Youth Soup Season 2, Sebastian interviews his friend about working at the Amazon Fulfillment Center in Shakopee MN. The conditions of working the night shift are the main focus of their conversation. Within that context they discuss their opinions on managerial dynamics in the workplace, workplace moral; and overall safety concerns on the floor.

Apr 20, 2023 • 31:24

College Pho

College Pho

In this episode, Kiin invites Jacy, a fellow ListenUp producer, to discuss their experiences as college students and navigating adulthood in the current era. Jacy, a 20-year-old, is a second-year college student while Kiin, a 19-year-old, is attending college as a first-year student. They share their struggles as first-generation college students in America and express concerns about their parents' well-being and the future.

Apr 7, 2023 • 40:20

College Pho

College Pho

In this episode, Kiin invites Jacy, a fellow ListenUp producer, to discuss their experiences as college students and navigating adulthood in the current era. Jacy, a 20-year-old, is a second-year college student while Kiin, a 19-year-old, is attending college as a first-year student. They share their struggles as first-generation college students in America and express concerns about their parents' well-being and the future.

Apr 7, 2023 • 40:52

Trans Masc Trash Lobster

Trans Masc Trash Lobster

Rena (he/they) a youth soup producer, and his super-duper cool friend Miles (he/him, a film maker and musician from Texas, dive into their trans experiences and identities, our hopes for trans futures, and the infamous she/they -lesbian-to-trans-masc-pipeline. The music featured in this episode is Miless song Tried My Best. You can listen more of his incredible music at M Ren on all platforms, and to see the best Instagram collages youve ever seen, check out @bigfishmiles. Please consider donati

Mar 23, 2023 • 35:40

Trans Masc Trash Lobster

Trans Masc Trash Lobster

Rena (he/they) a youth soup producer, and his super-duper cool friend Miles (he/him, a film maker and musician from Texas, dive into their trans experiences and identities, our hopes for trans futures, and the infamous she/they -lesbian-to-trans-masc-pipeline. The music featured in this episode is Miles’s song “Tried My Best”. You can listen more of his incredible music at M Ren on all platforms, and to see the best Instagram collages you’ve ever seen, check out @bigfishmiles. Please consider do

Mar 23, 2023 • 36:12

Family: Growing Up Physically Separated

Family: Growing Up Physically Separated

Familial relationships are an integral part of being human. The ideas, beliefs, traditions, and experiences that form who we are first stem from those we grew up with, which tends to be family. But how are family relationships formed when separated and hundreds of miles apart? How are mothers and children who are split apart able to form that mother-child bond? Is it possible to form a deep and intimate relationship? Meet the Murillo family who are split between the U.S. and Ecuador, and discove

Mar 9, 2023 • 31:51

Family: Growing Up Physically Separated

Family: Growing Up Physically Separated

Familial relationships are an integral part of being human. The ideas, beliefs, traditions, and experiences that form who we are first stem from those we grew up with, which tends to be family. But how are family relationships formed when separated and hundreds of miles apart? How are mothers and children who are split apart able to form that mother-child bond? Is it possible to form a deep and intimate relationship? Meet the Murillo family who are split between the U.S. and Ecuador, and discove

Mar 9, 2023 • 31:19

Everything Soup

Everything Soup

In the final episode of Youth Soup season 1, Clara, Sebastian, Jacy, Kiin, Rena, and new member Ella share what brings us joy, especially in the middle of Minnesota winters. We hope you enjoy Episode. 6," Everything Soup", a chaotic jumble of road condition rants and community support.

Feb 17, 2023 • 39:07

Everything Soup

Everything Soup

In the final episode of Youth Soup season 1, Clara, Sebastian, Jacy, Kiin, Rena, and new member Ella share what brings us joy, especially in the middle of Minnesota winters. We hope you enjoy Episode. 6," Everything Soup", a chaotic jumble of road condition rants and community support.

Feb 17, 2023 • 39:38

Race and Class Ramen

Race and Class Ramen

In the fifth episode of Youth Soup Season 1, the soup crew discussed the intersections of race and class in our personal lives, historical financial discrimination, and the current housing crisis in the Twin Cities.

Feb 3, 2023 • 36:05

Race and Class Ramen

Race and Class Ramen

In the fifth episode of Youth Soup Season 1, the soup crew discussed the intersections of race and class in our personal lives, historical financial discrimination, and the current housing crisis in the Twin Cities.

Feb 3, 2023 • 36:37

Diaspora Delight

Diaspora Delight

For a very special 4th episode, Listen Up collaborated with Rosemount BSU with the help of BSU president and Listen Up member, Meti Negwo. Kiin, Meti, Clara, and Aliya discussed their experiences as African people in the U.S, anti-Blackness within African communities, and their hopes for the future.

Jan 26, 2023 • 37:17

Diaspora Delight

Diaspora Delight

For a very special 4th episode, Listen Up collaborated with Rosemount BSU with the help of BSU president and Listen Up member, Meti Negwo. Kiin, Meti, Clara, and Aliya discussed their experiences as African people in the U.S, anti-Blackness within African communities, and their hopes for the future.

Jan 26, 2023 • 36:45

Diaspora Delight

Diaspora Delight

For a very special 4th episode, Listen Up collaborated with Rosemount BSU with the help of BSU president and Listen Up member, Meti Negwo. Kiin, Meti, Clara, and Aliya discussed their experiences as African people in the U.S, anti-Blackness within African communities, and their hopes for the future.

Jan 25, 2023 • 37:17

SNACK TIME

SNACK TIME

In episode three we sat down to share foods that are meaningful to us with each other.  We brought some of our favorite snacks to share, tried something new, and discussed why these snacks are important to us. We discovered how a lot of us connect to our culture through the food we eat and shared stories of connection to our food and our cultures.

Jan 11, 2023 • 55:37

SNACK TIME

SNACK TIME

In episode three we sat down to share foods that are meaningful to us with each other. We brought some of our favorite snacks to share, tried something new, and discussed why these snacks are important to us. We discovered how a lot of us connect to our culture through the food we eat and shared stories of connection to our food and our cultures.

Jan 11, 2023 • 55:05

Growing Gumbo

Growing Gumbo

Gloria, Jacy, and Rena discuss how their identities have changed over time, specifically during the pandemic. They reflect on how the environment you're in, the people you're surrounded with, and the media you consume all influence your understanding of self.  We hope listeners take away an understanding that growth is NOT linear! It gets more complex, interesting, and beautiful over time, just like a big pot of gumbo :)

Dec 28, 2022 • 46:00

Growing Gumbo

Growing Gumbo

Gloria, Jacy, and Rena discuss how their identities have changed over time, specifically during the pandemic. They reflect on how the environment you're in, the people you're surrounded with, and the media you consume all influence your understanding of self. We hope listeners take away an understanding that growth is NOT linear! It gets more complex, interesting, and beautiful over time, just like a big pot of gumbo :)

Dec 28, 2022 • 45:28

Intersectionality Stew

Intersectionality Stew

On the debut episode of YouthSoup, Kiin, Jacy, Clara, Gloria, and Rena dive into the concept of intersectionality - from the first time they heard the word to ways it shows up in their daily lives, and where it’s lacking. This episode was a little bit of everything - just like stew!Meet todays hosts! Jacy Landi is from Minneapolis and a current college student double majoring in Studio Art and Mathematics. They first began experimenting with audio and media through Listen Up’s YMC in 2020 and th

Dec 15, 2022 • 29:48

Intersectionality Stew

Intersectionality Stew

On the debut episode of YouthSoup, Kiin, Jacy, Clara, Gloria, and Rena dive into the concept of intersectionality - from the first time they heard the word to ways it shows up in their daily lives, and where its lacking. This episode was a little bit of everything - just like stew!Meet todays hosts! Jacy Landi is from Minneapolis and a current college student double majoring in Studio Art and Mathematics. They first began experimenting with audio and media through Listen Ups YMC in 2020 and they

Dec 15, 2022 • 29:17

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