The Youth Take: A Maine Boys to Men Podcast

Intent versus Impact

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 20:45:59 GMT

In the final episode of the season, Mackenzie, Alex, Isabelle, and Alexa come together to examine the difference between intent and impact, while also digging deep into how different identities intersect with intent and impact in different ways. This thought provoking episode is the perfect close to a wonderful season. Thank you for listening!

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Being there for yourself

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 20:28:39 GMT

In this episode we explore these questions: How is this different than being selfish? How can we establish good boundaries with friends, family, and romantic partners? What does it mean to be an active upstander while also prioritizing your own safety?

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Success in Difficult Conversations

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 20:21:47 GMT

Join Bryan, Makayla, and Conrad as they address these questions: How do we recognize when we need to have a difficult conversation? How do gender norms come into play during difficult conversations? What could success in a difficult conversation look like?

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Season 2 Ep. 1 How to Argue in a Healthy Way

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 19:35:15 GMT

We're back with Season 2 of The Youth Take! This time focusing on relationships. Tune into this episode to hear Isabelle, Mackenzie, and Jared discuss communicating needs with care and intention and without apology.

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Gender Across Generations Part 3: Aidan and Susan

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:30:00 GMT

In the final episode of our Gender Across Generations mini-series, listen to Aidan and his mother Susan discuss how their understandings of masculinity have changed over time. Susan also speaks to the impact parenting has had on both her understanding of gender inclusivity and her willingness to encourage her children to defy gender stereotypes.

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Gender Across Generations Part 2: Sarah and Bill

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 10:00:00 GMT

In today’s episode, intern Sarah and her father, Bill, discuss what gender means to them. They each share stories regarding societal pressures to conform to gender norms and they also discuss how definitions of gender are continuously changing. We hope you enjoy!

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Gender Across Generations Part 1: Owen and Victoria

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 11:30:00 GMT

In the first episode of the three part series, Gender Across Generations, discover what youth council member Owen and his mom have to say about the effect gender has on their personal lives. We hope you enjoy!

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The Power of Vulnerability ft. Tommy Dahlborg

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 13:24:47 GMT

In this episode, Strength Thru Vulnerability podcast host Tommy Dahlborg sits down with Aiden and Sarah. Sharing his experience with anxiety, Tommy discusses his experience with vulnerability and how opening up has positively shaped his life.

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Trailer

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 15:05:31 GMT

Want to know more about us before you dive in? Listen to our trailer for some context about topics we will be discussing and our organisation, Maine Boys to Men.

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Emotional Sustainability

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

What is emotional sustainability? How can we lead emotionally sustainable lives? Join us for our first episode of 2021 as we dive into conversation on the value in ensuring our own emotional sustainability during uncertain times.

While this episode was recorded pre-November election, we think this conversation is just as important today as we enter into the new year!

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One Day at a Time — Maggie's Story

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Join Sarah and Maggie in this special episode of The Youth Take as Maggie shares her story of an abusive teen relationship, and how she has grown stronger in its wake.

Listen in to hear about the power of the #metoo movement, the problem with rape kits, and the value of taking it "one day at a time."

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BONUS: Self Care Tips and Thoughts

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 17:17:15 GMT

Election results got you stressed? Hear some of the Maine Boys to Men staff share their self care thoughts, tips and routines in this bonus episode!

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Self Care and Masculinity

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

What does self-care look like in 2020 for boys and young men? Is self-care being promoted as feminine, and if so, how is that affecting men's mental health? How can we promote self-care in a productive way for all folks?

On this episode, you'll hear from our Youth Council as they tackle questions related to the intersection of self-care and masculinity. Enjoy!

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I'm Here For You and I Love You

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT

In this episode we discuss the intersection between gender pressures and the current Covid-19 pandemic. Specifically, we take a look at how the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic might be influenced by traditional understandings of masculinity. We then discuss the ways in which young men can productively deal with anxiety during these uncertain times. Finally, we conclude with a conversation on the importance of telling your friends and family that you love them.

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Healthy Relationships, Snapchat and being left on read

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT

What do youth think a healthy relationship looks like? In this episode, we dive deep into a conversation on the importance of communication in relationships, and the sometimes-negative impact of social media. We discuss how emotional abuse plays out in relationships, and the phenomenon of getting "left on read."

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Expansive Masculinity: An Introduction

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT

Our first episode! We talk about the idea of expansive masculinty, what it means to be a man in 2020, and how ubiquitous gender-based pressures can negatively affect us all.

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