An Influential Generation Podcast

An Influential Generation is a podcast developed with youth in partnership with YLLMyHome. For season three, a group of influential youth gathered to have conversations on topics that are important to them as well as some lighthearted fun! Tune in to hear their thoughts on topics like transitioning from high school to college, using AI in academia, different gendered experiences in sports, and more! Links to our website and social media: https://linktr.ee/yllmyhome Opinions and thoughts are those of the participants and are not meant as advice or from professionals.

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Episodes

Snapchat IRL

Join us as we discuss how we use snapchat and the different ways that it impacts us in our daily life. All opinions shared are those of the participants and are not intended as advice or professional information.

Jun 03, 2025•45 min

Youth Experiences of Inclusion & Exclusion

Join us as we share our experiences being excluded and creating more inclusive environments! We share how we have grown and learned more about being inclusive and the reality of exclusion in different spaces. All opinions shared are those of the participants and are not intended as advice or professional information.

Jun 03, 2025•37 min

Life Transitions - Highschool to College

Join us as we welcome our special guest Hayley to ask her questions about transitioning from Highschool to College. We all share our fears and things we are excited for as we make this transition in the coming years! All opinions shared are those of the participants and are not intended as advice or professional information.

Jun 03, 2025•55 min

Using AI for School?

Join us as we have an informal conversation on our experiences with AI and discuss its place in and out of the classroom. Let us know your thoughts on whether AI should be used in schools! All opinions shared are those of the participants and are not intended as advice or professional information.

Jun 03, 2025•28 min

New Season Q&A!

Join us for this lighthearted first episode of season three! We answer some rapid fire questions to open the season and share a little about ourselves. Hosts: Emma, David, Ife, Nathan, and Addison!

Jun 03, 2025•17 min

Vaping: A Conversation Among Youth

What do youth really think about vaping? Join our host Sierrah as she facilitates a conversation between a group of five friends in middle school about vaping. How will their opinions and experiences differ? Tune in to find out! Subscribe to catch all of the upcoming conversations in season two with different community members! Connect with us @yllmyhome on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter! Links: https://linktr.ee/yllmyhome

May 31, 2023•24 min•Season 2Ep. 1

Aubrey's Story | Episode 5 | An Influential Generation Podcast

How can parents and their kids have open communication? Join host Jianna and her guest Aubrey as they discuss how parents can build trust with their kids - as well as a few things to watch out for. This is an unscripted, informal conversation. We hope it will encourage listeners to share their own experiences with friends and family, as well as with us on our social media pages! Jianna is a PhD student at Dalla Lana School of Public Health in Social and Behavioural Health Sciences. Aubrey is a h...

Sep 28, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Mia's Story | Episode 4 | An Influential Generation Podcast

With information overload on social media it can be challenging to make a truly ‘informed’ decision. Join host Jianna and her guest Mia as they discuss how she breaks down information from different sources to make healthy decisions for her mental and physical health. This is an unscripted, informal conversation. We hope it will encourage listeners to share their own experiences with friends and family, as well as with us on our social media pages! Jianna is a PhD student at Dalla Lana School of...

Aug 31, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Turner's Story | Episode 3 | An Influential Generation Podcast

We love a supportive friend who sticks around through tough times. Join host Jianna and her guest Turner as they discuss his experiences supporting and encouraging friends who have used tobacco and vaping products. This is an unscripted, informal conversation. We hope it will encourage listeners to share their own experiences with friends and family, as well as with us on our social media pages! Jianna is a PhD student at Dalla Lana School of Public Health in Social and Behavioural Health Scienc...

Jul 27, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Shamille's Story | Episode 2 | An Influential Generation Podcast

It is so important to have leaders who support and empower youth in our community. Join host Jianna and her guest Shamille as they discuss her experiences engaging with youth about substance use and how to build healthy habits. This is an unscripted, informal conversation. We hope it will encourage listeners to share their own experiences with friends and family, as well as with us on our social media pages! Jianna is a PhD student at Dalla Lana School of Public Health in Social and Behavioural ...

Jun 29, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Julien's Story | Episode 1 | An Influential Generation Podcast

The long-term consequences of using tobacco and vaping products can be hard to understand when they feel so far away. Join host Jianna and her guest Julien as they discuss his experiences using tobacco and vaping products. This is an unscripted, informal conversation. We hope it will encourage listeners to share their own experiences with friends and family, as well as with us on our social media pages! Jianna is a PhD student at Dalla Lana School of Public Health in Social and Behavioural Healt...

May 31, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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An Influential Generation is a podcast developed with youth in partnership with YLLMyHome. For season one, Jianna Marin connects with community members who have used tobacco and vaping products, who support youth dealing with addiction, and with youth who share how they see these products used in their social environments. For future seasons, we are mentoring youth to take over as the hosts so they can have open conversations throughout the community on topics that are important to them. Episode...

May 24, 2022•2 min

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