About Building a Better Future: A Podcast for Girls
In this podcast, Girl Scout Troop 3614 explores issues of importance to teen girls. They discuss topics like gender stereotypes, social media use, body image, and unrealistic expectations. Episodes consist of interviews with experts and roundtable discussions among the girls.
In this episode, Aanya delves into the unrealistic expectations that girls face in society. She interviews Dr. Caroline Kline, a professor of religious studies, about gendered double standards and the ways the Barbie movie brought to light some ways women have to navigate impossible expectations regarding beauty and leadership. Next, Aanya hosts a discussion with other Girl Scouts about their takes on the Barbie movie and the pressures and expectations they feel in their lives.
17 Jul 2024
3. Body Image
In this episode, Camy and Grayce explore the issue of teen girls and body image. They interview Dr. Jessica Borelli, a psychologist and professor at UC Irvine, about the causes of insecurities regarding teen girls' body image, the impact of societal and media beauty standards on girls' self-esteem, and strategies for developing a better relationship with our bodies.
12 Jul 2024
2. Social Media
In this episode, Sam and Mia explore the issue of social media and its affect on teen girls. They interview Dr. Kate Kuhlman, a psychologist and professor who studies adolescent psychology and social media. Next, they host a discussion with other Girl Scouts, discussing how social media has affected the ways they think of themselves, their body image, and their confidence.
7 Jul 2024
1. Stereotypes
In this episode, Alexandra and Teresa talk about the stereotypes girls face every day. They interview Drakes, a woman who has lived in both India and the US and who has confronted a number of stereotypes in her life. Next, they host a discussion with other Girl Scouts, discussing how stereotypes affect the ways girls think of themselves and their futures, how stereotypes affect their experiences in school, and even how girls are portrayed (or not portrayed) in the novels they read.
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