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Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development   Season 6, Episode 14 Halloween gives children the opportunity to explore their communities dressed in fun costumes and a few simple guidelines can help families ensure that it is also a safe experience.  Dr. David Weisenhorn provides tips related to costumes, the physical environment and relationships to ensure that the holiday will be memorable for all the right reasons. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Norah Charles, L.Ac. and Dennis Kim, L.Ac., Integrative Medicine and Health, UK Healthcare Cancer Conversations Episode 47 Acupuncture is a centuries old treatment for many ailments.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Norah Charles and Dennis Kim, Licensed Acupuncturists share common uses for acupuncture and what to expect during and after a treatment. Connect with Integrative Medicine and Health Online Integrative Medicine and Health Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Season 6, Episode 13 The recent cooler weather brings the promise of much colder temperatures to come.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking reminds us that when it comes to outdoor play, there is no such thing as bad weather if we are properly prepared.  She shares tips for ensuring that children can play outdoors in all seasons with the right clothing choices. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guests:  Miranda Bejda, Graduate Assistant for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Season 6, Episode 12 When people want to maximize the productivity, whether at home or at work, one of the ways to make a major impact is to prioritize organization. Your calendar and spaces can become overly cluttered which might cause you to feel at loose ends and unable to complete any task effectively.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Miranda Bejda share tips for organizing your time and space for maximum productivity. For more information about this topic and other MoneyWi$e topics, visit: MoneyWi$e Newsletter MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Host: Mindy McCulley, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Season 6, Episode 11 Successful recovery from substance abuse depends on many factors.  One important component of successful recovery for many substance users is having a job or career.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Alex Elswick shares about what recovery in the workplace looks like for employers, employees, and the families of those who suffer from this disease. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Season 6, Episode 10 The title for this episode might make you think we are planning ahead for Halloween on Talking FACS, but really we are chatting with Dr. Courtney Luecking about the essential nutrients needed for healthy development of baby brains during pregnancy.  Fetal brain development is rapid throughout pregnancy and lays the foundation for a child’s growth and development. Understanding which nutrients support fetal brain development and health in pregnancy can help expectant parents make nutrition choices that have lasting positive impact for their child. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Carrie Seiter and Dindy Yokel, Mind Body Movement Coordinators, Integrative Medicine and Health, UK Healthcare Cancer Conversations Episode 46 Yoga has many positive benefits for our health.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Dindy Yokel and Carrie Seiter from Integrative Medicine and Health discuss how stress relief and relaxation can benefit our overall well being. Connect with Integrative Medicine and Health Online Integrative Medicine and Health Email Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey  

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Nichole Huff, Extension Specialist for Family Finance and Resource Management Season 6, Episode 9 While many expenses are rising, the cost of homeowners' insurance is facing added cost increases in Kentucky due to two natural disasters hitting our state within less than one year and the rising cost of raw materials due to inflation.  On this episode of MoneWi$e on Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff share tips for saving on your homeowners' insurance premiums to help ease your budget for this costly but necessary expense. For more information about this topic and other MoneyWi$e topics, visit: MoneyWi$e Newsletter MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development   Season 6, Episode 8 Social media seems to be everywhere but its use by our youth has reached epic proportions.  On this episode of Talking FACS, we continue the discussion with Dr. David Weisenhorn about the prevalence of social media use by our youth and the impact that it is having on their well being.  He shares guidance for parents about solutions to mitigate the effects of social media use on children's mental health. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development   Season 6, Episode 7 Social media seems to be everywhere but its use by our youth has reached epic proportions.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. David Weisenhorn shares alarming statistics about the prevalence of social media use by our youth and the impact that it is having on their well being. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health   Season 6, Episode 6 Encouraging your children to try new foods is sometimes a daunting task.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking provides tips and strategies to make the new food transition smooth. Don't get discouraged or give up -  sometimes new food needs to be offered 10 to 15 times before your child decides it is good! To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram Going on NOW - Eating Over the Rainbow Challenge  

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Lauren Carney, Physical Therapist, UK Healthcare Living with the after effects of many cancer treatments can cause problems with pelvic health.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations, Lauren Carney shares strategies for overcoming pelvic health challenges to resume an improved quality of life. She also discusses other diagnoses that may affect the pelvic area and how therapy can provide comfort. For more information about Pelvic Health Physical Therapy: Life after Cancer: The Role of Pelvic Physical Therapy Radiation Therapy for Endometrial Cancer Radiation Therapy for Vaginal Cancer Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center: Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey

Hosts: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky and Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health Guests: A panel of young friends and their moms Season 6, Episode 5 If you have been listening to Talking FACS for any period of time, you already know that eating a variety of fruits and vegetables ensures that your body is getting the necessary nutrients for growth and development.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Courtney and Mindy visit with a panel of young friends to discover their thoughts on eating a rainbow of fruits and vegetables!  This show supports our Eating Over the Rainbow Challenge as well as Farmers Market Week! To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram  

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Kelly May, Senior Extension Associate for Family Finance and Resource Management Season 6, Episode 4 Back-to-School has many parents seeing dollar signs wherever they look.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Kelly May share strategies for easing the financial burden that often accompanies the return school for children all across the Commonwealth. For more information about this topic and other MoneyWi$e topics, visit: MoneyWi$e Newsletter MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Host: Mindy McCulley, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Season 6, Episode 3 There is good news to share regarding the trends in youth substance use. It is always informative when Dr. Alex Elswick share his unique perspective on substance use in Kentucky, but relying on data from the Kentucky For more information visit: Kentucky Incentives for Prevention Survey Connect with FCS Extension through any of the links below for more information about any of the topics discussed on Talking FACS. Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Extension           Website           Facebook           Instagram           FCS Learning Channel  

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health Season 6, Episode 2 Feeding toddlers can be challenging.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking shares strategies for encouraging healthy eating behaviors in young children. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Robert Slocum, Narrative Medicine Program Coordinator, UK Healthcare Cancer Conversations Episode 45 As Dr. Robert Slocum says, "Everyone has a story." When that story is related to one's health, Dr. Slocum and his team are ready listen.  The Narrative Medicine Program at UK Healthcare helps patients, including those living with a cancer diagnosis, process their stories in ways that can have beneficial health outcomes.  Listen to this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS for more information about the Narrative Medicine program. Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey  

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. David Weisenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development Season 6, Episode 1 When parents and child care providers work as a team children benefit from the care giving experience in many ways. Dr. David Weisenhorn shares strategies for opening lines of communication with these important people in your child's life to ensure that everyone is on the same page when it comes to caring for your child.  To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guests:  Miranda Bejda, Graduate Assistant for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Season 6, Episode 1 As inflation continues to impact family budgets, saving money in various place remains a priority.  Perhaps families have had to change plans for summer vacations due to rising costs.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Miranda Bejda provides suggestions for saving money on vacations and gives tips for creating memorable staycations. For more information: MoneyWi$e Newsletter Making the Most of Meals While Traveling MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Brad Lee, Extension Professor in Plant and Soil Sciences Season 5, Episode 41 As pet owners, we have many responsibilities. Picking up their waste should rank very high on the list. To be fair, about 60% of dog owners pick up after their best friends while in public, but for the health of our public water sources, we need to raise that number.  Pet owners also need to get into the habit of picking up after their animals, all the time not just while in public. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Brad Lee shares about the importance of picking up after pets to preserve Kentucky's water quality. For more information about water quality as it relates to nutrients in the soil: Water Quality and Nutrient Management at Home                 We would love to hear your thoughts about the Talking FACS podcast.  Just click the link to go to a brief survey. At the end, you will have the opportunity to share your con