Express Yourself!

Do you take your freedom for granted. Growing up in the free world, especially in the United States, it is easy to get complacent. As our day of independence approaches, our star hosts and reporters, Henna Hundal, Asya Gonzalez, Katelyn Darrow, and Brigitte Jia weigh in on what freedom means to them and what they are doing to celebrate this gift of life manifestation. Katelyn talks about her work with Amnesty International and the importance of participating in peaceful protests. Asya expresses her sincerest gratitude that she is able to freely discuss her thoughts and ideas on this uncensored, unedited teen forum of Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio. Just think how many people around the world have their voices squashed? Henna brings tips to graduates moving on to the next phase of their life with the freedom of choices while encouraging healthy habits. Brigitte looks at the true freedom art gives in the form of Art is so effective that it is restricted by some totalitarian governments who don’t believe in freedom of expression. Wake up, inhale the brilliant air. Do you feel that wonderful energy pumping through your veins? Today’s a new day. And you’re FREE to make the best of it. Freedom is a gift. Have you embraced your present yet? Express Yourself!

Do you take your freedom for granted. Growing up in the free world, especially in the United States, it is easy to get complacent. As our day of independence approaches, our star hosts and reporters, Henna Hundal, Asya Gonzalez, Katelyn Darrow, and Brigitte Jia weigh in on what freedom means to them and what they are doing to celebrate this gift of life manifestation. Katelyn talks about her work with Amnesty International and the importance of participating in peaceful protests. Asya expresses her sincerest gratitude that she is able to freely discuss her thoughts and ideas on this uncensored, unedited teen forum of Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio. Just think how many people around the world have their voices squashed? Henna brings tips to graduates moving on to the next phase of their life with the freedom of choices while encouraging healthy habits. Brigitte looks at the true freedom art gives in the form of Art is so effective that it is restricted by some totalitarian governments who don’t believe in freedom of expression. Wake up, inhale the brilliant air. Do you feel that wonderful energy pumping through your veins? Today’s a new day. And you’re FREE to make the best of it. Freedom is a gift. Have you embraced your present yet? Express Yourself!

Communication is the key to effectively communicate our ideas, visions, and desires in order to reach a higher state of mutual understanding. Hosts Henna Hundal and Asya Gonzalez interview relationship specialist Milton Quibner, host of the podcast Get Over Yourself! The Milt ‘n Mia Show! Milt is the author of How High Should I Jump: The Satirical Guide to Pleasing Today's Woman. He shares his philosophy on living life to the fullest with honest, straight forward communication skills. The newest member of our Express Yourself!™ crew, Maria Wong, begins a new segment called, Book Smart. She highlights the importance of communication through a discussion of the book, To All the Boys I Ever Loved by Jenny Han. Reporter for Art Attack, Brigitte Jia, shares how a picture really is worth a thousand words. Art says something to people, about people. The artist who’s created the work is sharing a message, and this message can be interpreted by others according to their emotions and backgrounds. Learning to communicate effectively is a gift and in today’s hour of Express Yourself!™, you’ll be introduced to novel ideas on how to engage.

Communication is the key to effectively communicate our ideas, visions, and desires in order to reach a higher state of mutual understanding. Hosts Henna Hundal and Asya Gonzalez interview relationship specialist Milton Quibner, host of the podcast Get Over Yourself! The Milt ‘n Mia Show! Milt is the author of How High Should I Jump: The Satirical Guide to Pleasing Today's Woman. He shares his philosophy on living life to the fullest with honest, straight forward communication skills. The newest member of our Express Yourself!™ crew, Maria Wong, begins a new segment called, Book Smart. She highlights the importance of communication through a discussion of the book, To All the Boys I Ever Loved by Jenny Han. Reporter for Art Attack, Brigitte Jia, shares how a picture really is worth a thousand words. Art says something to people, about people. The artist who’s created the work is sharing a message, and this message can be interpreted by others according to their emotions and backgrounds. Learning to communicate effectively is a gift and in today’s hour of Express Yourself!™, you’ll be introduced to novel ideas on how to engage.

Life is about choices. We can choose to be happy, we can choose to be sad. We have the power. Host Henna Hundal examines the benefits of choosing a life of integrity, honesty, bravery, and empowerment, while inspiring others to do the same. Henna interviews two thrilling authors, Natalie Richards and Anita Telle. Natalie is the author of the YALSA Teens’ Top Ten nominated psychological thriller, Six Months Later, and the newest thriller Gone Too Far. She discusses the choices she has made to live her passion as a writer and she encourages youth to go for their dreams.

Life is about choices. We can choose to be happy, we can choose to be sad. We have the power. Host Henna Hundal examines the benefits of choosing a life of integrity, honesty, bravery, and empowerment, while inspiring others to do the same. Henna interviews two thrilling authors, Natalie Richards and Anita Telle. Natalie is the author of the YALSA Teens’ Top Ten nominated psychological thriller, Six Months Later, and the newest thriller Gone Too Far. She discusses the choices she has made to live her passion as a writer and she encourages youth to go for their dreams.

Challenges are our greatest teachers. Out of each challenge you emerge a stronger, wiser, and more well-equipped human being. Hosts Henna Hundal and Asya Gonzalez examine how you can embrace your struggles and see them as opportunities for growth. They interview world-renowned scientist of artificial intelligence, Dr. Steve Omohondro, a scientist, professor, author, software architect, and entrepreneur doing research that explores the interface between mind and matter. He published the book Geometric Perturbation Theory in Physics, designed the programming languages StarLisp and Sather, wrote the 3D graphics system for Mathematica, and built systems which learn to read lips, control robots, and induce grammars. Dr. Steve discusses the challenges humans will face in the next ten years as the world powers strive to be the first to control AI. Our Hope Heals Reporter, Zahra Hasanain encourages everyone to keep pushing because it is only through challenges that we grow as individuals. Challenges build character. Don’t be afraid to take on any curve balls you’re thrown…even if it’s a robot tossing the ball!

Challenges are our greatest teachers. Out of each challenge you emerge a stronger, wiser, and more well-equipped human being. Hosts Henna Hundal and Asya Gonzalez examine how you can embrace your struggles and see them as opportunities for growth. They interview world-renowned scientist of artificial intelligence, Dr. Steve Omohondro, a scientist, professor, author, software architect, and entrepreneur doing research that explores the interface between mind and matter. He published the book Geometric Perturbation Theory in Physics, designed the programming languages StarLisp and Sather, wrote the 3D graphics system for Mathematica, and built systems which learn to read lips, control robots, and induce grammars. Dr. Steve discusses the challenges humans will face in the next ten years as the world powers strive to be the first to control AI. Our Hope Heals Reporter, Zahra Hasanain encourages everyone to keep pushing because it is only through challenges that we grow as individuals. Challenges build character. Don’t be afraid to take on any curve balls you’re thrown…even if it’s a robot tossing the ball!

The cost of illiteracy to American taxpayers and businesses is 225 billion dollars for crime, loss of tax revenue due to unemployment wages, unemployment, welfare and other government assistance. In addition, low literacy adds 230 billion to the annual cost of delivering healthcare in the United States. Hosts Henna Hundal and Asya Gonzalez investigate the growing epidemic of illiteracy causing irreparable damage to our society. They interview career strategist, Carol Christen, author of What Color is Your Parachute for Teens? to find out how young people can discover their strengths, design a promising future, and plan for a dream job. The 3rd edition of the book features fresh updates on the specific challenges of today’s job-market and advice on information interviewing, social media, internships, and more. Reading and researching are key ingredients to this success. Low literacy and communication skills have been identified in studies as major contributors to general conduct disorders, psychiatric disorders, criminal behavior, and adolescent suicide.

The cost of illiteracy to American taxpayers and businesses is 225 billion dollars for crime, loss of tax revenue due to unemployment wages, unemployment, welfare and other government assistance. In addition, low literacy adds 230 billion to the annual cost of delivering healthcare in the United States. Hosts Henna Hundal and Asya Gonzalez investigate the growing epidemic of illiteracy causing irreparable damage to our society. They interview career strategist, Carol Christen, author of What Color is Your Parachute for Teens? to find out how young people can discover their strengths, design a promising future, and plan for a dream job. The 3rd edition of the book features fresh updates on the specific challenges of today’s job-market and advice on information interviewing, social media, internships, and more. Reading and researching are key ingredients to this success. Low literacy and communication skills have been identified in studies as major contributors to general conduct disorders, psychiatric disorders, criminal behavior, and adolescent suicide.

Building a beautiful life is all about building amazing memories. Memories are treasures. They’re moments of time that we tuck away safely in a little pocket of our hearts. Hosts Henna Hundal and Asya Gonzalez spend three segments sharing the importance of remembering as they examine how to use memories as sweet reminders of the journey traversed through life. Art Attack reporter, Brigitte Jia brings her unique artistry to the conversation by illustrating how works of art are used to communicate the most ephemeral moments, fleeting snapshots frozen forever. Remembrance isn’t about fame. Remembrance is about connecting with the people around you. Live life fully, spreading love, creating memories. You might not be a household name, but celebrated Grandpa Joe gets as much love at the dinner table as Leonardo Da Vinci, if not more. Be a memory architect! “One day your life will flash before your eyes. Make sure it’s worth watching.” Gerard Way

Building a beautiful life is all about building amazing memories. Memories are treasures. They’re moments of time that we tuck away safely in a little pocket of our hearts. Hosts Henna Hundal and Asya Gonzalez spend three segments sharing the importance of remembering as they examine how to use memories as sweet reminders of the journey traversed through life. Art Attack reporter, Brigitte Jia brings her unique artistry to the conversation by illustrating how works of art are used to communicate the most ephemeral moments, fleeting snapshots frozen forever. Remembrance isn’t about fame. Remembrance is about connecting with the people around you. Live life fully, spreading love, creating memories. You might not be a household name, but celebrated Grandpa Joe gets as much love at the dinner table as Leonardo Da Vinci, if not more. Be a memory architect! “One day your life will flash before your eyes. Make sure it’s worth watching.” Gerard Way

What is beauty? Why is beauty such a concept that is so misunderstood? Could there be one absolute definition of beauty Billboards feature models with perfect, golden skin tone glows. Magazines sprawl open with images of stick thin celebrities without a blemish or flaw in sight. In a world that is so fixated on outer appearances, it’s time to redefine beauty and our teen hosts and reporters offer ways to make you feel beautiful from the inside out. Henna Hundal and Asya Gonzalez have lively conversations on the meaning of beauty and self confidence. They encourage listeners to tap into their inner beauty by smiling, standing up straight, thinking positive thoughts, and celebrating what you have instead of what you lack. Our talented singer and Back Story Reporter, Jennifer Lee, sings Carole King’s song, Beautiful which emphasizes that anyone is as beautiful as he/she feels. New reporter, Brigitte Jia, brings us her first segment of Art Attack, looking at the beauty of Japanese anime and manga. Be the Star You Are! and Express Yourself! congratulate Asya Gonzalez for being honored as one of five top teen entrepreneurs in the USA with her company Stinky Feet Gurlz. The quote by Roald Dahl sums up the theme of beauty, A person who has good thoughts cannot ever be ugly. You can have a wonky nose and a crooked mouth and a double chin and stick-out teeth, but if you have good thoughts they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely. Be Beautiful and remember you are a STAR! BE the STAR You Are!

What is beauty? Why is beauty such a concept that is so misunderstood? Could there be one absolute definition of beauty Billboards feature models with perfect, golden skin tone glows. Magazines sprawl open with images of stick thin celebrities without a blemish or flaw in sight. In a world that is so fixated on outer appearances, it’s time to redefine beauty and our teen hosts and reporters offer ways to make you feel beautiful from the inside out. Henna Hundal and Asya Gonzalez have lively conversations on the meaning of beauty and self confidence. They encourage listeners to tap into their inner beauty by smiling, standing up straight, thinking positive thoughts, and celebrating what you have instead of what you lack. Our talented singer and Back Story Reporter, Jennifer Lee, sings Carole King’s song, Beautiful which emphasizes that anyone is as beautiful as he/she feels. New reporter, Brigitte Jia, brings us her first segment of Art Attack, looking at the beauty of Japanese anime and manga. Be the Star You Are! and Express Yourself! congratulate Asya Gonzalez for being honored as one of five top teen entrepreneurs in the USA with her company Stinky Feet Gurlz. The quote by Roald Dahl sums up the theme of beauty, A person who has good thoughts cannot ever be ugly. You can have a wonky nose and a crooked mouth and a double chin and stick-out teeth, but if you have good thoughts they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely. Be Beautiful and remember you are a STAR! BE the STAR You Are!

Attitude, attitude, attitude. We decide whether it’s positive or negative and our choice affects everyone. Host Henna Hundal interviews two authors, Brooks Olbrys and Dani DePirro, dedicated to helping their readers enjoy a positive, uplifting attitude. As a lifelong student of achievement philosophies, Brooks Olbrys was inspired by his young son to empower children in a storybook series he created, called The Adventures of Blue Ocean Bob. The series fuses both entertainment and education giving kids the valuable message that a great attitude and a great work ethic can lead to great achievement! Brooks also shares insights into writing his latest book in the series, The Adventures of Blue Ocean Bob-A Challenging Series. Brooks is also a dedicated benefactor of Be the Star You Are!® charity, donating books to instantly help children affected by disasters. Dani DePirro joins Henna in a lively upbeat conversation about her inspirational book, The Positively Present Guide to Life which is an adjunct to her web site PositivelyPresent.com. The book provides specific, action-oriented advice for embracing positive thinking in everyday life to, create a nurturing home, build a fulfilling career, develop great relationships, appreciate true love, and embrace change. Join our power-packed discussion and shift your attitude to gratitude and positivity.