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(f)embolden

(f)embolden

By Aria Sline and Katelyn Nottke

(f)embolden is hosted by two high school girls promoting social activism and feminism in their community and around the globe. Co-hosted each week by Aria Sline and Katelyn Nottke.
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where we’ve been: applying to college, advice, & updates

(f)emboldenApr 19, 2021

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where we’ve been: applying to college, advice, & updates

where we’ve been: applying to college, advice, & updates

Aria & Katie return to celebrate the anniversary of (f)embolden with advice.
Apr 19, 202120:13
getting back to the basics: white feminism, intersectionality, and more

getting back to the basics: white feminism, intersectionality, and more

Aria & Katie take a trip down memory lane and have a nostalgic, conversational episode about all things feminism.
Mar 15, 202133:02
women's history month: galicia gordon

women's history month: galicia gordon

To kick off our Women's History Month series, Aria interviewed Canadian high school senior Galicia Gordon from Leading Learners. 

Mar 01, 202114:24
interview with healthforher

interview with healthforher

Aria & Katie chat with teen activists Anaiya & Sanya from HealthForHER.

Feb 23, 202114:55
we did it, joe.

we did it, joe.

Aria & Katelyn discuss what they hope to see with the Biden Administration.
Jan 25, 202112:46
play-by-play: the insurrection

play-by-play: the insurrection

Aria & Katie discuss the events of January 6th, 2021. 

Jan 11, 202111:36
we're ready for you, 2021

we're ready for you, 2021

Aria & Katelyn rant about the importance of entering 2021 with a positive mindset.

Jan 05, 202112:56
coronavirus: stay home

coronavirus: stay home

Aria & Katelyn discuss the intersectionality of COVID-19 and police brutality.
Dec 28, 202009:08
interview with shalmali

interview with shalmali

Aria & Katelyn interview the inspiring indian young activist, Shalmali
Dec 07, 202020:31
teens in quarantine update: seeing the light at the end of the tunnel

teens in quarantine update: seeing the light at the end of the tunnel

Aria & Katie discuss the importance of staying positive as we enter another quarantine.
Nov 30, 202021:25
interview with purva bommireddy

interview with purva bommireddy

Aria & Katie interview teen activist Purva Bommireddy of New Jersey.
Nov 23, 202020:37
herstory: michelle obama

herstory: michelle obama

Katie spotlights former First Lady Michelle Obama in the herstory miniseries.
Nov 16, 202004:08
play by play: 2020 presidential election

play by play: 2020 presidential election

Aria & Katelyn analyze the 2020 Presidential election.
Nov 09, 202005:25
exciting announcement: come join our team

exciting announcement: come join our team

We are looking for 10 strong high school leaders of any grade level, gender identity, or background to join the (f)embolden team by providing free mentoring twice a month to children in the Homewood-Flossmoor community.
*Note: you do not have to attend Homewood-Flossmoor High School to be a mentor, as all mentors sessions will be held online due to COVID-19. Use this opportunity to connect with youth outside of your community!
Oct 26, 202001:04
teen activists: interview with riya goel

teen activists: interview with riya goel

katelyn and aria interview riya goel, another teen activist..and discuss topics of activism and college
Oct 19, 202024:54
play by play: 2020 vice presidential debate

play by play: 2020 vice presidential debate

In this pilot of a new (f)embolden series, play by play, Aria & Katelyn analyze the misogyny in the 2020 vice presidential debate.
Oct 12, 202007:07
teens in quarantine update: living through a pandemic is traumatic

teens in quarantine update: living through a pandemic is traumatic

Aria & Katie discuss rising anxiety as we continue the virtual learning school year.
Oct 05, 202021:02
herstory: ruth bader ginsburg

herstory: ruth bader ginsburg

Aria gives a herstory spotlight on the influential Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who passed on September 18th, 2020.
Sep 21, 202007:45
suicide is not an option

suicide is not an option

Aria & Katelyn discuss suicide prevention in light of September being Suicide Prevention Month.
Sep 14, 202012:21
black men, it’s okay to grieve.

black men, it’s okay to grieve.

Aria & Katie show their support for Black men.
Aug 31, 202017:04
teens in quarantine update: e-learning

teens in quarantine update: e-learning

Aria talks about her experience with e-learning thus far.
Aug 24, 202009:58
human trafficking

human trafficking

Aria and Katie raise awareness on human trafficking and its effects on society. They also discuss how to stay safe and to be mindful.
Aug 10, 202009:50
herstory: sandra bland

herstory: sandra bland

In our season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight Sandra Bland, a Black woman who was arrested for failing to signal a lane change, and was found dead 3 days after her arrest
Jul 27, 202003:11
let’s talk colorism

let’s talk colorism

Aria & Katelyn discus what colorism is, their experiences with it, and how to actively fight colorism both internally and societally.
Jul 20, 202020:19
herstory: breonna taylor

herstory: breonna taylor

In our season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight Breonna Taylor, a Black woman who was wrongfully murdered in her sleep by LMPD officers.
Jul 13, 202004:21
college, covid, racism, & anxiety

college, covid, racism, & anxiety

Aria & Katie have a chit-chat about how it is to be a teen in this day & age.
Jul 06, 202026:23
herstory: oluwatoyin salau

herstory: oluwatoyin salau

In our new season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight black lives matter activist Oluwatoyin Salau. Katie calls attention to the treatment of black women within the community and how we must demand for change.
Jun 29, 202004:36
misogynoir

misogynoir

Aria & Katie explain what misogynoir is and how it affects black women.
Jun 22, 202029:08
herstory: marsha p. johnson

herstory: marsha p. johnson

In our new season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight LGBYQ activist Marsha P. Johnson. Happy Pride Month!
Jun 15, 202005:12
youth, we need you.

youth, we need you.

Aria & Katie interview Ava & Patrick from Youth Against Inequality.
Jun 08, 202023:26
#blacklivesmatter

#blacklivesmatter

In this season one finale episode, Aria & Katie have an emotional discussion about why #blacklivesmatter
Jun 01, 202036:27
let's wind down together

let's wind down together

Aria & Katie discuss the importance of self-care in this continuation of the #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth series.
May 25, 202023:11
let's talk mental health: it's okay to not be okay

let's talk mental health: it's okay to not be okay

Aria & Katie break mental health stigmas alongside student at University of Utah and founder of Living for Hope Emily LeBaron.
May 18, 202027:20
teens in quarantine update: staying in touch with your emotions

teens in quarantine update: staying in touch with your emotions

After being in quarantine for about 2 months, Aria & Katie decided to give an update on how they are feeling, and how to keep in touch with your emotions.
May 11, 202024:30
that’s just how boys are

that’s just how boys are

Because Denim Day was on April, 29th, 2020, Aria & Katie chose to spend time raising awareness about sexual harassment and assault by talking about rape culture, victim blaming, and their personal experiences with sexual harassment and assault.
May 04, 202020:33
that’s just how boys are (minisode) NY TIMES PODCASTING CONTEST SUBMISSION

that’s just how boys are (minisode) NY TIMES PODCASTING CONTEST SUBMISSION

In this minisode, Aria & Katie briefly discuss the degradation young girls endure during their lives.
Apr 27, 202005:00
beautiful isn’t a size

beautiful isn’t a size

Aria & Katie discuss the importance of self-love in a society where worth is determined by dress size.
Apr 20, 202026:51
#representationmatters

#representationmatters

Aria & Katie discuss why representation matters with special guest and teen author Tamera Elyse Trimuel.
Apr 13, 202033:13
teens in quarantine

teens in quarantine

Aria and Katie discuss their experiences in quarantine, and how staying at home affects teens across the globe.
Apr 07, 202019:05
spreading positivity on social media

spreading positivity on social media

Aria & Katie discuss how to spread positivity on social media despite the negativity that plagues our timelines.
Apr 07, 202017:32
consent: not a partisan issue

consent: not a partisan issue

Aria & Katie discuss the importance of consent in light of their experiences with sexual harassment.
Apr 07, 202024:59