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Gen Green

By Young Adults Fighting Tobacco

Gen Green Podcast focuses on the issue's confronted by young adults, we hope to discuss topics ranging from environmental justice, endgame of commercial tobacco sales along with many other issues faced by young adults. We thank you for tuning in and hope to highlight the success in making positive healthy change in our communities for all. To our listeners the greatest compliment you can give us is to share our podcast with everyone you know. Thank you!!!
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The New Menthol: Vaping & Covid-19 - Gen Green

Gen Green Jun 29, 2021

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Gen Green Nuclear Power Hour: Fission

Gen Green Nuclear Power Hour: Fission

---BEWARE, HOT TAKES AND SENSITIVE TOPICS ENSUE!---

It took us Oppenheimer to finally talk about nuclear energy on an ecology-themed podcast.

Aug 30, 202301:07:50
"Do You **** with Blues?" - A Discussion with Frank Silva - Gen Green
Jun 27, 202358:59
Quitting 101 --- Gen Green Podcast
May 07, 202301:07:31
A Gen Green Halloween w/ the American Lung Association

A Gen Green Halloween w/ the American Lung Association

Happy Halloween! Today we brought in the wonderful Symphonie Algodon from the American Lung Association to talk about--you guessed it!--lung health and other important California issues. For more information, please visit the ALA's website, or call their quit line at 1-800-586-4872. Pictured is my amazing friend, Smedley Butler the skeleton sitting by the work pumpkin!
Nov 01, 202253:19
Here Comes Trouble -- Gen Green w/ Dr Stan Glantz

Here Comes Trouble -- Gen Green w/ Dr Stan Glantz

Dr Stanton "Trouble" Glantz formerly of the Center for Tobacco Control Research and Education joins the Gen Green skeleton crew to provide us insights on public health after working in the field for the majority of his natural and unnatural life.  Below is a link to the one-and-only Tobacco Files:

https://www.industrydocuments.ucsf.edu/tobacco/

Aug 31, 202201:15:07
The Blue Zones Project

The Blue Zones Project

Today we have Alexandria Mazerolle and Steve Kroeger from the Blue Zones Project Yuba-Sutter! They talked to us about the importance of healthy living and what the Blue Zones Project is all about.

If you'd like to learn more about the Blue Zones Project or volunteer with them, you can email them at bzpyubasutter@sharecare.com

And give them a follow on their social media: https://www.facebook.com/bzpyubasutter and https://www.instagram.com/bzpyubasutter/

And as always YAFT is recruiting! If you'd like to learn more please email us at yaft@healthcollaborative.org


Apr 26, 202250:36
Water in California - Gen Green Podcast

Water in California - Gen Green Podcast

Well, that took a while. After a long delay, the YAFT team has sat down to talk about one of California's most decisive, and important issues: water. With the assistance of Jenny and Chelsea, these two co-facilitators go over the intricacies of water law in the state. Next, these YAFT representatives talk in depth about how to best move forward with an ecologically-conscious answer to the ongoing water management crisis. Also, YAFT is recruiting! Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org! Thanks again for listening, and we’ll see you next time!
Mar 26, 202201:28:23
Gen Green Holiday Special 2021: The Actual Episode
Jan 15, 202252:08
Gen Green Holiday Special 2021

Gen Green Holiday Special 2021

New year, new season, and a belated holiday special to kick it all off.  Entering this new year, depression and anxiety linger like a shroud for many, including the cast.  On this episode we start a recap on the last year, give holiday greetings to develop our collective parasocial relationship, and then dive into seasonal depression.

We have some social media on Facebook and Instagram - connect with us there for more updates and other show-related media.  And finally, YAFT is recruiting!  Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0JH3ioeAL6XS4UyRjxUabD?si=qOphC1MPTCG1wXRmsulETQ
https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/cardiff-man-north-korea-firing-13689485

Jan 14, 202256:30
Domestic Violence w/ Jason Ward - Gen Green
Nov 13, 202101:12:41
Nicotine Research & Big Tobacco’s Future w/ Dr. DeNoble - Gen Green

Nicotine Research & Big Tobacco’s Future w/ Dr. DeNoble - Gen Green

This week we have brought in the ozymandias Dr. Victor DeNoble onto the show to talk about his experiences in youth and anti-tobacco activism.  Beginning with his delivery of the bombshell 1994 testimony to Congress about the addictive nature of nicotine, the podcast turns to discussion about education, addiction research, and general talk about DeNoble's philosophy.

Also, we have some social media on Facebook and Instagram - connect with us there for more updates and other show-related media.  And finally, YAFT is recruiting!  Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org!

Nov 06, 202143:13
Fight for Clean Air, Californians! - Gen Green Show
Oct 06, 202101:28:41
Vaccine Efficacy - Gen Green

Vaccine Efficacy - Gen Green

Planned to launch on Labor Day, but that didn't happen.  Enjoy regardless!  This week we bring the friend of the show Fareha back to talk about vaccines again.  As we continue through the episode, one can have a closer listen to the chaos required to run a podcast as well as other commentary on our planet being destroyed and how Big Tobacco is evil. And finally, YAFT is recruiting!  Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org! Thanks again for listening to our Gen Green podcast, powered by YAFT.  Please reach out to us on our social media (@yaftocoalition on Insta, YAFT - Young Adults Fighting Tobacco on Facebook) to give us any feedback on this episode!  Until next time! For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273.  Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor my friends and family by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line.  Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity.  Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance. Sources: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2021/jun/25/brazil-coronavirus-investigation-bolsonaro?fbclid=IwAR0Mgsa2oW18HMu6Qsmr0IU1fzCCI_-ySdtV-pTmsiMNeEA-_FDn51qzSoQ https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html https://www.reuters.com/article/factcheck-afghanistan-refugees/fact-check-the-u-s-prescribes-ivermectin-to-refugees-for-parasitic-worms-not-covid-19-idUSL1N2Q605Q https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/why-you-should-not-use-ivermectin-treat-or-prevent-covid-19 https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/mm7032e1.htm?s_cid=mm7032e1_e&ACSTrackingID=USCDC_921-DM63289&ACSTrackingLabel=MMWR%20Early%20Release%20-%20Vol.%2070%2C%20August%206%2C%202021&deliveryName=USCDC_921-DM63289
Sep 08, 202157:51
The Afghan Perspective - Gen Green

The Afghan Perspective - Gen Green

**Warning: This episode contains frank discussion on adult subjects like world events, and historical atrocities, as well as open political discussion.  Listener discretion is advised.** 

Today we rope in two amazing friends of the show, Fareha and Setara, to discuss their experiences as refugees from the now former Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.  First the discussion is slow and deliberate with more anthropologically themed probes into their life and culture, but our wonderful guests help transition the conversation into their thoughts and observations on the recent events regarding their native country.  Also, capybaras! 

Also, the book mentioned by Fareha is "A Thousand Splendid Suns," by Khaled Hosseini, an Afghan novelist who similarly tells his experience as a refugee.  Pick it up at your local library or, for university students, contact your local Middle Eastern or Afghan Student Union and organize with them to help elevate the voices of the diaspora.

And finally, YAFT is recruiting!  Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org! Thanks again for listening to our Gen Green podcast, powered by YAFT.  Please reach out to us on our social media (@yaftocoalition on Insta, YAFT - Young Adults Fighting Tobacco on Facebook) to give us any feedback on this episode!  Until next time!

For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273.  Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor my friends and family by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line.  Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity.  Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance.

Aug 25, 202101:04:09
Conspiracy Theories Strike Back! (PART II) - Gen Green

Conspiracy Theories Strike Back! (PART II) - Gen Green

**Warning: This episode contains frank discussion on adult subjects like world events, and historical atrocities, as well as open political discussion.  Listener discretion is advised.**
Conspiracy theories continue!  This week we continue a measured jab into the sociology and political economy of conspiracy theories with a new roster of theories ranging from gruesome, grand, to downright bizarre.  The foundational texts that helped us understand why these conspiracy theories form are the Age of Surveillance Capitalism by Dr. Shoshana Zuboff, The Peoples' Republic of Walmart by Leigh Phillips and Michal Rozworski, and finally, the classic The Origin of the Family, Private Property, and the State by Friedrich Engels.  In this episode the Gen Green crew uncovers the deep secrets of Chelsey being an insane conspiracy theorist, Jenny's prior job, and Johnny's shameful title as a wumao.

If you have any more theories to contribute or further discussion on this topic, please contact us on our social media and we’ll bring in some of your input on a future episode! And finally, YAFT is recruiting!  Contact us at our email about joining via
yaft@healthcollaborative.org! Thanks again for listening to our Gen Green podcast, powered by YAFT.  Also, please let us know what you thought about our conspiracy theories and the conversation on tin foil that has led to a stronger understanding of political issues, via messaging our Instagram account (https://www.instagram.com/yaftcoalition/) and Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/YAFTCoalition).  Until next time!

For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273.  Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor my friends and family by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line.  Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity.  Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance.

Sauce:
Surveillance Capitalism - https://westminsterresearch.westminster.ac.uk/download/c54fb5e9ae8e4f5aadb876e39fc0ea691ebe0f2370cd24898f6531aae15d4a9b/181365/introduction-big-data-capitalism-politics-activism.pdf
https://www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctvckq9qb.6?seq=2#metadata_info_tab_contents
Amazon and Uber are scummy corporations -
https://ucommblog.com/section/corporate-greed/ubers-union-busting-playbook
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQzw8MVlQlo
https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2021/08/02/amazon-union-election-redo

Aug 17, 202101:33:57
Conspiracy Theories (Part 1) - Gen Green

Conspiracy Theories (Part 1) - Gen Green

**Warning: This episode contains frank discussion on adult subjects like world events, and historical atrocities, as well as open political discussion. Listener discretion is advised.**

Conspiracy theories! Did we REALLY land on the Moon? Did we REALLY meet aliens? Is the government REALLY breeding new strains of marijuana to transform virile African men into homosexuals? Is co-host Johnny REALLY a former MAGApede? All these questions and more answered in high fidelity, so make sure to save this episode before the feds shut us down! As always, please contact us for direct inquiries at
yaft@healthcollaborative.org. Also, please follow our social media, most notably our Instagram account (https://www.instagram.com/yaftcoalition/) and Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/YAFTCoalition). Until next time!
For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273. Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor my friends and family by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line. Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity. Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance.
Sauce:
US Office of National Intelligence on UFOs www.dni.gov/files/ODNI/documents/assessments/Prelimary-Assessment-UAP-20210625.pdf
"The Origin of the Family, Private Property, and the State" by Friedrich Engels www.marxists.org/archive/marx/works/1884/origin-family/index.htm
Tiananmen Square wikileaks.org/plusd/cables/89BEIJING18828_a.html?fbclid=IwAR2SUPbCluhyD4T0z7YfuuIs3SduZIpqKkz8f_kLpN7VTVABbYXgmQaD6mQ
The Pot Plot www.adl.org/blog/nation-of-islam-espouses-new-pot-plot-anti-semitic-conspiracy-theory
Moon Landing www.rmg.co.uk/stories/topics/moon-landing-conspiracy-theories-debunked
A quick rundown on Gramsci because I did not explain hegemony very well youtu.be/QA9YxP0s1t4
Aug 10, 202101:25:25
A Counterblast to Tobacco --- Gen Green History Hour

A Counterblast to Tobacco --- Gen Green History Hour

**WARNING: Sensitive material like sexual assault, genocide, colonization, and other historical atrocities are the topic for today. Listener discretion is advised.**
As a diversion from the main content of the program, the Gen Green crew flexes their history credentials by doing over a basic history of tobacco. In this gaze into the annals of history, we hope that that these observations will construct a more well-rounded perspective of history, especially in regard to the American economy and how it developed the demographics and politics of the United States and her neighbors three hundred years hence.
As a refresher from our more charged and controversial interviews and workshops, we’re jumping into our As always, please contact us for direct inquiries at
yaft@healthcollaborative.org. Also, please follow our social media, most notably our Instagram account (https://www.instagram.com/yaftcoalition/) and Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/YAFTCoalition). Until next time!
For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273. Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor Pride month by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line. Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity. Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance.
Sources Cited:
History of Tobacco in the World — Tobacco Timeline
www.swedish.org/classes-and-resources/smoking-cessation/history-of-tobacco-use-in-america
www.vox.com/2014/10/13/6957875/christopher-columbus-murderer-tyrant-scoundrel
www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/greentobaccosickness/default.html
Jul 21, 202101:07:41
Discussing the Vape Epidemic w/ Dr. Halpern-Felsher - Gen Green

Discussing the Vape Epidemic w/ Dr. Halpern-Felsher - Gen Green

In this episode, the program solicits professional advice and input from Stanford’s finest: Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher. We take her insights on youth psychology, the physical dimension of addiction, and how to best manage addiction in youth in their intersection during today’s largest youth public health crisis. In Gen Green fashion, the conversation veers into discussion on voter franchise in Florida, Star Trek, Johnny’s brain on drugs, and tech start up capitalism. As always, please contact us for direct inquiries at yaft@healthcollaborative.org. Also, please follow our social media, most notably our Instagram account and Facebook page. Until next time!
As has been referenced on tonight’s episode, here is the listing for The Devil’s Playbook: Big Tobacco, Juul, and the Addiction of a New Generation by Lauren Etter on Jeff Bezos’ evil monopoly that is killing the planet, evading billions in taxes, illegally busting unions, and imposing unsanitary and harmful conditions for his employed labor. Though not connected to any direct advertising for the book, as health advocates we must read, well, modern Big Tobacco’s playbook to best counter it. Enjoy the read!
For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273.
Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor Pride month by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line. Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity. Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance.
Sources Cited:
med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2020/08/vaping-linked-to-covid-19-risk-in-teens-and-young-adults.html (the connection between vaping and contracting Covid-19)
med.stanford.edu/tobaccopreventiontoolkit.html (the Stanford Tobacco Prevention Toolkit)
www.studentsvsvaping.org/ (Students Against Vaping E-Cigarettes, SAVE)
Jul 03, 202156:18
The New Menthol: Vaping & Covid-19 - Gen Green

The New Menthol: Vaping & Covid-19 - Gen Green

On the latest workshop episode, the Gen Green crew goes over new, crucial research on the connection between vaping and contracting Covid-19 - dissecting the medical realities of smoking and vaping in an accessible manner. Further through the episode, our co-hosts dive into aspects of youth psychology, dank memes, and substance abuse. For the long-term activists, health advocates from the health field, and younger listeners: we are indebted to your efforts and support that you have provided to this program. You are all profoundly appreciated.
As always, please contact us for direct inquiries at
yaft@healthcollaborative.org. Also, please follow our social media, most notably our Instagram account and Facebook page. Until next time!

Cool Links:
Though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor Pride month by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line. Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity. Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance.
For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California also has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273.
Sources referenced:
tobaccofreeca.com/health/covid-19-stop-smoking-and-vaping/?gclid=CjwKCAjwq7aGBhADEiwA6uGZp-izCcEH_mom00hDDejsKkuZJEUFYJVvfrjX24Ivw-OB9RuTcMShOhoCv-oQAvD_BwE
med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2020/08/vaping-linked-to-covid-19-risk-in-teens-and-young-adults.html
Jun 29, 202101:13:37
Green New Deal 101 - Gen Green
Jun 16, 202101:08:32
Anti-Tobacco Power Hour w/ Ariana from LUCHA - Gen Green
Jun 08, 202131:05
Marching for Climate in Modesto - Gen Green
May 25, 202127:54
Travel Safety in COVID Times - Gen Green

Travel Safety in COVID Times - Gen Green

-- WARNING: The following podcast may be triggering or traumatizing to some audience members. Stalking, illicit drugs, and mature topics may be discussed. Listen at your own discretion. --
In this episode, the crew takes a break from the back-to-back interviews to focus on general tips and recommendations for going on vacation in the wind-down of the Covid pandemic. Introducing friend of the show Alessia, the crew discusses how to best run one's vacation in respect to the ongoing restrictions on travel and and other areas of concern. Further, Jenny and Alessia share their odd and frightening encounters in France and Johnny spills the beans about his connections with the Irish Republican Army. Finally, the crew takes a moment to reflect on the ongoing state violence in Colombia and the 73rd nakba in Palestine, as well as spread information on how to donate to relief efforts regarding the humanitarian crisis in India. Requests and solicitations go through the updated
yaft@healthcollaborative.org.
Link to Article on Sites that Raise Relief Funds for India: www.pbs.org/newshour/world/how-to-help-india-during-its-covid-surge-12-places-you-can-donate
Other Sources:
www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-safe-travel-advice/art-20486965


www.rainn.org/articles/stalking (contains definition of stalking too)

www.stalkingawareness.org/external-resources/

abcnews.go.com/Health/wireStory/indias-covid-19-human-crisis-spirals-record-cases-77413851

Lists risks assessment level for each country: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/map-and-travel-notices.html
May 18, 202101:03:22
The Motherlode, Tobacco, & EJ: The Good, the Bad, and the Efraim Lopez - Gen Green
May 11, 202139:52
EJ in the Motherlode - Gen Green
May 04, 202147:33
Environmental Justice 101 - Gen Green
Apr 13, 202141:38
Big Tobacco & BIPOC America - Gen Green
Mar 30, 202134:59
Vaccine Facts & Misconceptions - Gen Green
Mar 23, 202140:33
Gen Green: Episode Zero

Gen Green: Episode Zero

In the pilot episode of the YAFT Coalition podcast Gen Green, co-hosts Johnny, Jennifer, and Chelsey introduce their selves by talking about why they joined the fight against Big Tobacco and environmental degradation.

Mar 15, 202131:57