straighttalkwithcathy

YOUR Life Legacy

August 06, 2010 In this week's episode, Cathy talks about finding YOUR life legacy.  Age, money, race, gender and so forth shouldn't stop you from being the best YOU!  You can create a legacy for yourself. Topics: * Recent conference experience * Garrett and Lyndsy * Activism and leadership http://straighttalkwithcathy.com http://twitter.com/straighttalkpod

Surviving Change: Peer Education and Volunteer Groups/Clubs

July 29, 2010 In this week's episode, Cathy is joined in studio with three college students.  The topic is surviving change within peer education and volunteer groups/clubs.  Nadia, KeTia and Stephenie talk about their experiences being involved in Straight Talk and offer advice on how groups and clubs can effectively transition and how to stay viable. Topics: * Student Introductions * Brief History of Friends-Together and Volunteers * Impact of Straight Talk * Carrying the Torch & Embracing Change * Transitioning * Straight Talk Information http://straighttalkwithcathy.com http://twitter.com/straighttalkpod

Sexual Responsibility

July 22, 2010 In this week's episode, Cathy talks about sexual responsibility.  This subject goes beyond condoms and birth control!  It's about taking care of your whole body. Topics: * The whole body * Self-examinations * Today's pressures * Safe Sex * STDs * Condoms * Presentations & Contact Info http://straighttalkwithcathy.com http://twitter.com/straighttalkpod

Domestic Violence

July 15, 2010 In this week's episode, Cathy discusses a topic that has received lots of media attention lately, domestic violence.  What do high school and college students, as well as parents, need to know about this serious issue? Topics: * My background in domestic violence * Podcast Exercise * Different types of abuses * Resources & Events http://straighttalkwithcathy.com http://twitter.com/straighttalkpod

Friends-Together 9th Annual "Ride for a Cause"

July 8, 2010 In this week's episode, Cathy talks about her non-profit organization, Friends-Together (www.friendstogether.org).  The 9th annual "Ride for a Cause" Bike Ride takes place this weekend and donations are needed to help fund camps for local families affected and infected with HIV/AIDS. Topics: * Friends-Together Background & Story * 9th Annual "Ride for a Cause" * Garrett's Letter * Cathy's Donation Request * Itinerary * Ways to Donate http://straighttalkwithcathy.com http://twitter.com/straighttalkpod

National HIV Testing Day

June 24, 2010 In this week's episode, Cathy talks about National HIV Testing Day. Where can you get tested and why is it so important? Topics: * History of National HIV Testing Day * My story * Early stereotypes of people with HIV/AIDS * "Only Men, Women and Children Get AIDS" * How do you get HIV/AIDS? * Testing Information http://straighttalkwithcathy.com http://twitter.com/straighttalkpod

Stress Reduction In Today's Busy World

June 17, 2010 In this week's episode, Dr. Will Gregory (www.drwillgregory.com), a good friend of mine who is a hypnotherapist in Bonita Springs, FL, joins me to talk about stress reduction.  In today's busy and stressful world, how do we relax and process everything? Topics: * Follow-up to last two shows - thoughts on bullying and ways to overcome obstacles * Tips on how to deal with stress * Using technology to help relieve stress * Cathy's meditation experience * Importance of exercising * Communicate personally vs. electronic messaging http://straighttalkwithcathy.com http://twitter.com/straighttalkpod

STOP School Bullying (Part 2 of 2)

June 10, 2010 Part 2 - 6/10/2010 (Episode 11) Part 1 - 6/3/2010 (Episode 10) In this week's episode, Lyndsy Robinson joins me in studio to talk about school bullying.  In this second installment, Lyndsy shares her experiences on this topic. Part 2 Topics: *Lyndsy recites a poem * Recent bullying news stories * Lyndsy's class experience * Discriminatory remarks in public settings * Prominent FL school bullying case * Call to Action - What are your ideas? * Ways to cope with bullying * "Lean on Me" and Friends-Together * The art of conversation * Developing skills and preventing school bullying

STOP School Bullying (Part 1 of 2)

June 3, 2010 Part 1 - 6/3/2010 (Episode 10) Part 2 - 6/10/2010 (Episode 11) In this week's episode, Tom Evans joins me in studio to talk about school bullying.  This podcast is for parents, students, college kids, administrators and grandparents.  Let's make a commitment to stop school bullying TODAY! Some topics we discuss in Part 1: * Signs of bullying * Starting young (Tom's family experience) * Technology tips * Staff member responsibility * How to talk to your kids * Resources for kids * Workplace bullying * Bullying in sports * Preview of next week's episode, Part 2

Summer Alcohol Safety Tips

May 27, 2010 Episode 9 Memorial Day is this weekend and traditionally ushers in summer breaks for a lot of people.  Whether you're going to a cookout, boating, lounging by your neighbor's pool or heading to a club, what do you need to know to keep you and your family and friends safe when it comes to consuming or being around alcohol?  Tom Evans joins the conversation. * Alcohol safety (drinking and driving, hangovers, clubs, pregaming, parties, legal liability and homeowners, etc.)