WLAYC: Teen Center Radio

The LAYC Teen Center launched W-LAYC Teen Center Radio in Fall 2018. It is a space where youth can explore their identity, share their experiences and perspectives, and express themselves creatively. Youth produced 8 radio episodes during the 2018-2019 school-year.

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Episodes

Creating Art

Thursday Oct 03, 2019

Thursday Oct 03, 2019

Carlos sets goals and talks through his artistic process regarding music. Mike M., a skilled pianist, discusses his musical family history and the musicians he has learned from.

Purpose

Thursday Oct 03, 2019

Thursday Oct 03, 2019

Mike E., a rapper from Ethiopia, discusses why he only raps in Amharic. Frank G., a native rapper from DC, discusses his experience and musical style.

Challenges

Thursday Oct 03, 2019

Thursday Oct 03, 2019

Henry and Fabricio discuss life, death, and gentrification in DC. Izzy, Feker, and Calvin wrap it up as they talk about moving from middle to high school, girls, and how they overcame challenges.

Identity

Wednesday Oct 02, 2019

Wednesday Oct 02, 2019

A personal piece interviewing Tyler about their experience as a non-binary individual by LGBTQ youth and allies.

Resilience

Wednesday Oct 02, 2019

Wednesday Oct 02, 2019

Skylar discusses overcoming her speech impediment, and Bill H. talks about overcoming the challenges of anxiety and pressure through music and positive self-talk.

Health

Wednesday Oct 02, 2019

Wednesday Oct 02, 2019

This episode features an interview with AJ King, Sexual Wellness Youth Developer at LAYC. Together, by LGBTQ youth and allies to bust myths on sex and sexual health.

Migration

Wednesday Jul 24, 2019

Wednesday Jul 24, 2019

LGBTQ youth and allies take on the controversial topic of the migrant caravan and the growing impact of immigrants making their way to the United States. Teen Center youth speak on the impact of growing up in a diverse community of bilingual speakers.

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