Welcome to Gen Next: The Podcast for Curious Kids, Bold Teens, and the Adults Who Believe In Them. Ms. Cam shares that Gen Next exists to help young people see themselves as capable builders and contributors to the world around them, and to encourage them to take action even when they feel a little scared. Every episode features young creators and a Try This Challenge, a simple prompt that invites listeners to try something new and take action. Subscribe for new episodes and share this with a curious kid, bold teen, a parent, teacher or grownup who believes in them.
GenNext: The Podcast for Curious Kids, Bold Teens, and the Adults Who Believe In Them
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Welcome to Gen Next: The Podcast for Curious Kids, Bold Teens, and the Adults Who Believe In Them. Ms. Cam shares that Gen Next exists to help young people see themselves as capable builders and contributors to the world around them, and to encourage them to take action even when they feel a little scared. Every episode features young creators and a Try This Challenge, a simple prompt that invites listeners to try something new and take action. Subscribe for new episodes and share this with a curious kid, bold teen, a parent, teacher or grownup who believes in them.
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July 2, 2026
High School Students Teaching the Next Generation About Cybersecurity
<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">These three high school students realized younger kids aren't getting enough opportunities to learn about technology and cybersecurity, so they decided they would teach them.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">In this episode of GenNext, Ms. Cam sits down with Eric C., Eric K., and Alex, three students who designed and delivered hands-on cybersecurity workshops for Grade 7 and 8 students. Using Arduino boards, Chromebooks, and a lot of curiosity, they introduced younger students to computer networking, online safety, and the technology that powers our digital world.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">But this conversation goes beyond computers. It's about seeing a need, taking initiative, learning by doing, and discovering that you don't have to be an expert to share your knowledge with others.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">The Team shares:</span></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">How their curiosity about technology and engineering began</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Why cybersecurity and digital literacy matter more than ever</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">The inspiration that motivated them to create their own community project</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">What it was like designing and teaching hands-on workshops for younger students</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">The unexpected challenges they faced and how they solved them</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Why teaching others became one of the best ways to deepen their own learning</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">How curiosity, teamwork, and taking small first steps can lead to meaningful change</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">This episode is a reminder that some of the best ideas start with asking, </span>How can I help?</p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">🚀 </strong><strong>Try This Challenge:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">This week, our two Erics and Alex each gave you a suggestion of how to turn your curiosity into action.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Design something.</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Eric K.'s challenge is to create a free account on </span><strong style="background-color: transparent;">OnShape</strong><span style="background-color: transparent;">, design a simple 3D object, and see if your local library has a 3D printer you can use. It's a fun way to turn a digital idea into something you can actually hold.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Take the first step.</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Alex challenges you to stop waiting for the "perfect time." If you've been thinking about starting a project, don't try to finish it today—just sketch your idea, make a list, or spend 20 minutes getting started.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Get inspired.</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Eric C. suggests exploring YouTube or another learning resource to discover projects that interest you. You don't have to invent something completely new. Find an idea you like, adapt it, and make it your own.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Remember: every project starts with curiosity and every big project starts with one small first step.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">BEP Website: </span><a href="https://www.bepwr.ca/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.bepwr.ca/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Youth Creativity Fund: </span><a href="https://youthcreativityfund.ca/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://youthcreativityfund.ca/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@GenNextPodcast" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">https://www.youtube.com/@GenNextPodcast</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Instagram:</span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/gennextpodcast/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);"> @thegennextpodcast </a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">LinkedIn: </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/gennext-podcast" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/gennext-podcast</a></p><p><br></p>
June 3, 2026
How These High School Students Decided to Fix Focus
<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">What happens when three high school students realize that distractions and procrastination are getting in the way of learning? Instead of complaining about the problem, they decided to build a solution.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">In this episode of GenNext, Ms. Cam sits down with Grade 12 students Iman Alyousif, Nadia Radwan, and Afshal Fatima, the creators of ClockWise, an app designed to help students build healthier habits, reduce screen time, and stay accountable while working toward their goals.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">The Team shares:</span></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">What it's really like balancing school, extracurriculars, and university applications</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Why social media and constant distractions make studying harder than ever</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">How they turned a problem they experienced themselves into a real project</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">The process of researching, validating, and building an app as high school students</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">How mentorship, community support, and the Youth Creativity Fund helped bring their idea to life</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Why young people shouldn't wait until they're older to start creating solutions</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">This conversation is full of practical advice, honest reflections, and a powerful reminder that some of the best ideas come from the challenges we face every day..</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">🚀 </strong><strong>Try This Challenge:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Iman, Nadia, and Afshal's challenge for listeners this week:</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">For one week, put your phone away for </span><strong style="background-color: transparent;">two hours each day</strong><span style="background-color: transparent;">.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">During those two hours:</span></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">No phone</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">No social media</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">No YouTube on another device</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">No "just checking one thing"</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Use the time to work toward a goal that matters to you:</span></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Study for a test</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Read a book</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Exercise</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Learn a new skill</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Build something</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Spend time with friends or family</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">At the end of the week, ask yourself:</span></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">What did I accomplish?</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Was it easier to focus?</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">How did I feel without constant distractions?</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">You might be surprised by how much you can get done when your phone isn't competing for your attention.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Clockwise IG: </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/clockwise_3/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent;">@clockwise_3</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Clockwise LinkedIn: </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/clockwise-3/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/clockwise-3/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Nadia Radwan: </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-radwan-49715331a/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-radwan-49715331a/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Iman Alyousif:</span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iman-alyousif-34b753306/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.linkedin.com/in/iman-alyousif-34b753306/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Ingenious+ Grant: </span><a href="https://ingeniousplus.ca/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://ingeniousplus.ca/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">BEP Website: </span><a href="https://www.bepwr.ca/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.bepwr.ca/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Youth Creativity Fund: </span><a href="https://youthcreativityfund.ca/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://youthcreativityfund.ca/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@GenNextPodcast" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">https://www.youtube.com/@GenNextPodcast</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Instagram:</span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/gennextpodcast/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);"> @thegennextpodcast </a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">LinkedIn: </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/gennext-podcast" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/gennext-podcast</a></p><p><br></p>
May 20, 2026
He’s 14… and Already Building for His Generation
<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">What happens when a 14-year-old notices that students around him are overwhelmed… and decides to build a solution instead of just talking about it?</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">In this episode of GenNext, Ms. Cam sits down with Grade 8 student, chess player, cadet, hackathon participant, and young builder Tanish Dave, creator of Mindful Mirror, an AI-powered app designed to help students manage stress, organize their thoughts, reflect through journaling, and feel more supported.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Tanish shares:</span></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">How video games sparked his curiosity for building</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">What it’s really like to participate in hackathons as a teen</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Why he believes students today feel unheard and overwhelmed</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">How he taught himself to build apps using AI tools</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">The power of mentors, networking, and just starting before you feel ready</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Why young people no longer need to “wait until they’re older” to create something meaningful</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">This conversation is packed with insight, energy, and a reminder that some of the best ideas start with simply noticing a problem and taking the first step.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">🚀</strong><strong> Try This Challenge:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Tanish’s challenge for listeners this week:</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Grab a notebook, sticky notes, or your phone and start brainstorming ideas (even silly ones).</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Write down:</span></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">problems you notice</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">things that frustrate people</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">tools you wish existed</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">ideas you think would make life better</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Then narrow your list down to your </span><strong style="background-color: transparent;">top 5 ideas</strong><span style="background-color: transparent;">.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Tanish LinkedIn: </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanish-dave-4176503b6/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanish-dave-4176503b6/ </a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">BEP Website: </span><a href="https://www.bepwr.ca/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.bepwr.ca/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Youth Creativity Fund: </span><a href="https://youthcreativityfund.ca/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://youthcreativityfund.ca/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Instagram: </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/_mindful_mirror/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent;">_mindful_mirror</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Camelia website:</span><a href="https://camelianunez.com/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);"> https://camelianunez.com/</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">YouTube Channel: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@GenNextPodcast" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">https://www.youtube.com/@GenNextPodcast</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Instagram:</span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/gennextpodcast/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);"> @thegennextpodcast </a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">LinkedIn: </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/gennext-podcast" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">https://www.linkedin.com/company/gennext-podcast</a></p><p><br></p>
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