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Two Agents & the FACS

Two Agents & the FACS

By Leslie & Carrie

Friendly discussions on reliable, relatable and research-based topics with University of Georgia Family & Consumer Sciences Cooperative Extension Agents. Our goal is to serve and promote healthy living for everyone. We will cover issues related to family, food, health, money, and homes.
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S4:E4 Multiple Generations of Help

Two Agents & the FACSMar 11, 2024

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S4:E4 Multiple Generations of Help

S4:E4 Multiple Generations of Help

In this episode Leslie & Carrie discuss the pros and cons of multigenerational family living arrangements; getting active with your grandchildren; and the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.

Mar 11, 202444:10
S4:E3 Get Your Kids to Eat, Get Yourself to Sleep!

S4:E3 Get Your Kids to Eat, Get Yourself to Sleep!

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss ways to encourage children to have a healthy and positive relationship with food; spicing up your every day meals; and getting good sleep.

Feb 12, 202450:37
S4: E2 Happy New Year!

S4: E2 Happy New Year!

Leslie and Carrie are gearing up for this new year with tips on time management, healthy habits to consider adopting, and getting ready for the 2023 tax season! There is a lot of great information in this episode you won’t want to miss!

Jan 08, 202444:49
S4:E1 Best Holiday Giving List EVER!

S4:E1 Best Holiday Giving List EVER!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

Leslie and Carrie are back and, as always, they are starting the season with their personal holiday giving advice. They also discuss a gift your children will appreciate: the HPV Vaccine.

You won’t want to miss this episode!

Dec 11, 202342:19
S3:E8 School's In, You Win!

S3:E8 School's In, You Win!

In this episode Leslie and Carrie are talking Back-to-School and Children's Eye Health. And Leslie gives Carrie the GREATEST tip she's ever received on the podcast. You don't want to miss this episode!

Aug 14, 202340:52
S3 E7: As the Estate Turns

S3 E7: As the Estate Turns

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss the ins and outs of estate planning with Macon-Bibb County FACS Agent, Keishon Thomas. What is it? Who needs it? How do you get it? Do NOT miss this episode... It's for you, you, you, and all y'all!

Jul 10, 202301:10:17
S3 E6: Healthy Homes & Healthy Men!

S3 E6: Healthy Homes & Healthy Men!

In this episode Leslie interviews Jermaine Durham, Director of the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing (GICH), about this awesome program in our state. Then she and Carrie discuss men’s sleep health- they need it!

Jun 12, 202340:15
S3:E5 Mental Health Awareness Month

S3:E5 Mental Health Awareness Month

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss mental health including some tips for individual health, as well as the health of adults and children in our lives. Carrie interviews Jennifer Dunn, University of Georgia Extension's Rural Health Agent, about beneficial mental health resources that are available and the great work she is doing to aid with rural and farmer stress in Georgia.

May 08, 202352:46
S3:E4 Agriculture and FACS

S3:E4 Agriculture and FACS

In this episode Leslie is joined by Wade Parker, UGA Extension Southeast District Area Agronomy Agent, to discuss agriculture and many or the ways that it's connected to consumers like you and us!

Mar 13, 202330:14
S3:E3 Celebrating All of February!

S3:E3 Celebrating All of February!

In this episode Leslie & Carrie discuss Library Lovers Month with Carrie's favorite library employee (Sherry Tanner with the Waycross-Ware County Public Library), Random Acts of Kindness, and appreciating grapefruit!

This is a FUN episode!

Feb 13, 202353:48
S3: E2 My Children are Grown Ups!

S3: E2 My Children are Grown Ups!

Leslie & Carrie discuss the Boomerang Generation, Getting Along with your Adult Children, and the Elevate program. 

Jan 09, 202344:01
S3:E1 A Few (More) of Our Favorite Things!

S3:E1 A Few (More) of Our Favorite Things!

Leslie & Carrie kick off Season 3 with a fun-filled discussion of their favorite things you may want to add to your holiday shopping list! They also discuss prepping and cleaning for holiday guests; and share suggestions for some holiday outings you may want to try.

Dec 12, 202201:02:54
S2 E12: The Sweet Life

S2 E12: The Sweet Life

In this episode Leslie & Carrie discuss aging well, better alternatives for those sweet tooth cravings, and UGA resources for homeowners and renters.

Jun 27, 202238:37
S2 E11: Summer Safety

S2 E11: Summer Safety

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss staying cool in the summer heat, summer injury prevention, and a fun fact about dairy in honor of National Dairy Month!

Jun 13, 202247:49
S2:E10 Childcare Questions Answered!

S2:E10 Childcare Questions Answered!

In this episode Leslie and Carrie chat with Laurens County Family & Consumer Sciences Agent, Susan Moore, about important things to consider when searching for childcare.

May 23, 202237:15
S2:E9 The Merry Month of May

S2:E9 The Merry Month of May

In this episode Leslie & Carrie discuss some May celebrations: National Sleepover Month (tips for preparing your child for their first sleepover), National Bike Month (a little encouragement to get out and ride), and a NEW 30-for-30 Challenge for everyone to join!

May 09, 202257:08
S2: E8 Happy National Nutrition Month!

S2: E8 Happy National Nutrition Month!

In this episode Carrie talks about Eating Well While Eating Out, and Leslie interviews her Rockstar Program Assistants about the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program.

Mar 28, 202227:53
S2:E7 Love You!

S2:E7 Love You!

In this episode Leslie & Carrie discuss giving yourself and your body the love you deserve, planning for retirement, and filing your tax return.

Mar 14, 202245:40
S2 E6: February All Done Up!

S2 E6: February All Done Up!

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss all things February: Wedding Month, Heart Health Month, and Black History Month!

Feb 28, 202237:50
S2 Episode 5: Valentine's Day, Y'all!

S2 Episode 5: Valentine's Day, Y'all!

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss LOOOOOOOVE: Nurturing Relationships with Good Communication, Dating Etiquette, and Relationship Tips from people that they love.

Feb 14, 202252:58
S2 Episode 4: Attention, Everyone!

S2 Episode 4: Attention, Everyone!

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss working effectively with different generations in the workspace, exercising with and post COVID-19 diagnosis, and some food "hacks" you might want to try for a fun experiment.

Jan 24, 202259:11
S2 Episode 3: Balance

S2 Episode 3: Balance

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss meeting those goals you've set with Time Management Tips and Healthy Balance. They also discuss recognizing and relieving bad stress in your life.

Jan 10, 202201:00:58
S2 E2: New Year, New Goals

S2 E2: New Year, New Goals

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss setting SMART Goals, Healthy Tips for Healthy Relationships, and special guest (Brad Averill of Madison and Oglethorpe Counties) joins to share information and successes about the fun, encouraging, and nationally successful Walk-a-Weigh 30 for 30 program. 

Dec 27, 202159:21
S2 Episode 1: Fa La La La Laaa La Laa We're Back!

S2 Episode 1: Fa La La La Laaa La Laa We're Back!

In this Episode Leslie & Carrie Discuss Holiday Eats, Their Favorite Gift Ideas, and the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens Holiday Light Display

Dec 13, 202146:19
Episode 18: Breastfeeding Awareness

Episode 18: Breastfeeding Awareness

In this episode Leslie & Carrie discuss Breastfeeding Awareness Month: Benefits, Getting Support, WIC, and What NOT to say to a Breastfeeding Mother

Aug 23, 202146:35
Episode 17: The Facts on the Vacs II

Episode 17: The Facts on the Vacs II

Leslie & Carrie discuss Keeping Kids Safe from COVID-19, Vaccine Facts for Women, and Keeping Healthy Skin Under Your Facemasks

Aug 09, 202142:47
Episode 16: Back to School

Episode 16: Back to School

Leslie & Carrie discuss Getting Ready for Back to School, Packing Healthy Lunches, and Seeing the Best Version of our Partners and Others.

Jul 26, 202144:10
Episode 15: Oh, say! Can you See?

Episode 15: Oh, say! Can you See?

In this Episode Leslie & Carrie talk about Healthy Vision, Purchasing Eyewear, and Eating for Your Vision

Jul 12, 202138:26
Episode 14: Men's Health

Episode 14: Men's Health

In this episode Leslie & Carrie discuss Men's Health, Alzheimer's and Dementia Awareness, and the Elevate Relationship Series.

Jun 28, 202134:48
Episode 13: Sizzlin' Summer Safety!

Episode 13: Sizzlin' Summer Safety!

In this Episode Leslie & Carrie talk about Summer Activity Safety, Staying Hydrated, and UGA SNAP-Ed's Drink Water, Georgia! Campaign

Jun 14, 202130:32
Episode 12: Food Preservation

Episode 12: Food Preservation

In this Episode Leslie & Carrie Talk with Other Awesome UGA FACS Agents About Food Preservation: Methods, Tips, Advice, and UGA Resources.

May 24, 202140:20
Episode 11: I Think I Like My Kids

Episode 11: I Think I Like My Kids

In this Episode Leslie & Carrie Just Get Right to It:

"I Think I Like My Kids" - The Importance of Raising People You Would Like to Meet AND How Play = Learning

May 10, 202142:32
Episode 10: Hey, Let's Get Away!

Episode 10: Hey, Let's Get Away!

In this Episode Leslie & Carrie Discuss Getting Away: Why We Need It, Budgeting For It, and Vacation Cleaning & Safety Precautions!

Apr 26, 202143:19
Episode 9: How Does Your Garden Grow?

Episode 9: How Does Your Garden Grow?

In this Episode Leslie & Carrie Discuss Gardening, Cooking with Herbs & Spices, and Spring Cleaning Your Pantry!

Apr 12, 202141:55
Episode 8: Healthy Women

Episode 8: Healthy Women

In this Episode Leslie & Carrie Discuss Social Wellness, Women's Health, and 2 of our FAVORITE topics - Strong Women & FACS!

Mar 22, 202144:11
Episode 7: The Facts on the Vacs

Episode 7: The Facts on the Vacs

In this Episode Leslie & Carrie Discuss Facts About COVID-19 Vaccinations, Personalizing Your Nutrition, and Fighting those Pesky Food Triggers

Mar 08, 202139:38
Episode 6: I Get Paid, Now What?

Episode 6: I Get Paid, Now What?

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss Putting Your Check in the Bank, Tax Season Tips, and Lowering the Energy Bills in Your Home.

Feb 22, 202140:59
Episode 5: I Think I Love My Spouse

Episode 5: I Think I Love My Spouse

In this episode Leslie & Carrie discuss Loving Your Spouse, Spending Time with Your Kids, and Valentine's Activities for the Whole Family.

Feb 08, 202137:44
Episode 4: Happy & Healthy

Episode 4: Happy & Healthy

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss Happiness & Your Health, Self-care & Cold Prevention, and Practicing Mindfulness. 

Jan 25, 202137:51
Episode 3: Small Lifestyle Changes

Episode 3: Small Lifestyle Changes

In this episode Leslie and Carrie discuss Small Lifestyle Changes, the Importance of Good Posture, and Drinking More Water. 

Jan 11, 202139:02
Episode 2: Saving Through 2021

Episode 2: Saving Through 2021

In this episode Leslie & Carrie discuss Saving Through the Year, How and Why to Declutter, & Teaching Kids to Save.

Dec 28, 202043:04
Episode 1: Managing Holiday Stress

Episode 1: Managing Holiday Stress

In this episode, Leslie and Carrie discuss managing holiday stress; ways to save on holiday spending; and holiday traditions in a pandemic. 

Dec 14, 202032:48