Talking FACS

Strategies for Lower Stress Family Mealtime

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health
Season 5, Episode 25
Family meals can often be a source of stress when children are young, especially if they feel like a battleground between what a child wants to eat and what the parents want the child to eat.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking breaks down some simple strategies to help families lower the stress level for every during family mealtimes.  She recommends using a proven methods that divides responsibility, so that everyone leaves meal feeling successful.
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Toxic Positivity

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Bethany Giles, LCSW, Oncology Social Worker, Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 40
Can one ever be too positive?  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Bethany Giles shares that failing to acknowledge the realities facing someone living with cancer might not be the best policy.  She gives guidance for maintaining a positive outlook while understanding the journey faced by the cancer patient and family.
Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS is a partnership project between Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Markey Cancer Center.
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In the Face of Disaster - Helping Others who Experience Trauma

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. Paul Norrod, Extension Specialist for Rural Health and Safety
Season 5, Episode 24
In the Face of Disaster, a new publication series created by a group of Family and Consumer Sciences professionals, seeks to provide Kentuckians with the resources they need to prepare before disasters strike and the skills to cope in the aftermath of these life changing events.
Dr. Paul Norrod shares strategies for helping others who have suffered through traumatic events.  He provides insight into providing support and assistance that is truly needed rather than what you think is helpful.
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In the Face of Disaster - Recovering from Disaster

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guests: Hardin Stevens, Extension Associate for Family and Consumer Sciences and Miranda Bejda, Graduate Assistant for Family Resource Management.
Season 5, Episode 23
In the Face of Disaster, a new publication series created by a group of Family and Consumer Sciences professionals, seeks to provide Kentuckians with the resources they need to prepare before disasters strike and the skills to cope in the aftermath of these life changing events.
After disaster strikes, finding the resources to support the recovery for your family can be challenging, if your neighborhood or even your entire town is also recovering.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Hardin Stevens and Miranda Bejda share important reminders for keeping your family and property properly protected in the event of a natural disaster.
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Starting the New Year off right for your Oral Health

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. David DeVito, Assistant Professor of Dentistry, Oral Diagnosis and Treatment, UK College of Dentistry
As we enter a new year, many people are inclined to reflect and make resolutions that will lead to personal improvements in physical and mental health.  Adding an oral health resolution can potentially help you achieve other resolutions as you look to establish new habits.  On this episode of KY Smiles, Dr. David Devito shares tips for ensuring that your oral health resolutions stick around for all of 2023.
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In the Face of Disaster - Helping Older Adults and People with Disabilities after Disaster Strikes

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. Amy Kostelic, Extension Specialist for Adult Development and Aging
Season 5, Episode 22
In the Face of Disaster, a new publication series created by a group of Family and Consumer Sciences professionals, seeks to provide Kentuckians with the resources they need to prepare before disasters strike and the skills to cope in the aftermath of these life changing events.
When disaster strikes, it is a frightening time for everyone, but especially people who might not be ambulatory or don't understand what is happening.  In this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Amy Kostelic shares tips for helping older adults who have challenges with mobility or cognition get to safety.  She outlines the importance of ensuring that emergency plans are followed and contacts are made.
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January is Radon Awareness Month

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Hardin Stevens, Extension Associate for Family and Consumer Sciences and Dr. Stacy Stanifer, Assistant Professor, University of Kentucky College of Nursing, BREATHE Program
Special Edition Episode
Radon is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that can negatively impact our health.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Stacy Stanifer and Hardin Stevens share how we can test our homes to see if radon is a concern for our living spaces.  They provide information about finding mitigation specialists if we determine that radon is impacting where we live.
For more information about radon in Kentucky:
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BREATHE (Bridging Research Efforts and Advocacy Towards Healthier Environments)
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In the Face of Disaster - Keeping Food Safe

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Annhall Norris, Extension Specialist for Food Preservation and Safety
Season 5, Episode 21
In the Face of Disaster, a new publication series created by a group of Family and Consumer Sciences professionals, seeks to provide Kentuckians with the resources they need to prepare before disasters strike and the skills to cope in the aftermath of these life changing events.
Annhall Norris shares tips for ensuring that your water and food supply remains safe in the event of a natural disaster.  She reinforces the importance of well-stocked and current food and water supply kits.
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Understanding and Preventing HPV

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Pamela Hull, Associate Director of Population Science and Community Impact, Markey Cancer Center and Associate Professor of Behavioral Science, UK College of Medicine
Cancer Conversations Episode 39
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. HPV (or human papillomavirus) can cause cervical cancer.  HPV vaccines can prevent the infection that can lead to this and other types of cancer.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations, Dr. Pamela Hull shares information about HPV and the HPV vaccine, including when recipients should begin getting the vaccination.  This information is very important for parents of pre-teen and teens.
Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS is a partnership project between Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Markey Cancer Center.
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In the Face of Disaster - Responding to Traumatic Events

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. Paul Norrod, Extension Specialist for Rural Health and Safety
Season 5, Episode 20
In the Face of Disaster, a new publication series created by a group of Family and Consumer Sciences professionals, seeks to provide Kentuckians with the resources they need to prepare before disasters strike and the skills to cope in the aftermath of these life changing events.
Dr. Paul Norrod shares coping strategies for dealing with traumatic events.  He outlines the difference between immediate response characteristics and long time stressors that can build up over time. 
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In the Face of Disaster - Managing Your Finances After a Disaster

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 5, Episode 19
In the Face of Disaster, a new publication series created by a group of Family and Consumer Sciences professionals, seeks to provide Kentuckians with the resources they need to prepare before disasters strike and the skills to cope in the aftermath of these life changing events.
The ease with which your family can recover financially from a natural disaster is directly related to the management of your finances.  Everything, from cash on hand to insurance claims can impact your recovery, not only financially, but physically and emotionally as well.  Listen to this podcast, so that should disaster strike, you are one step ahead in dealing with the crisis.
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Supporting Chilhood Immunity through Nutrition

As we enjoy the holiday break with our families, we invited you to listen to this classic episode from Season 3 that is very appropriate for now as well.
Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health
Episode 34, Season 3
As children across the Commonwealth return to the classroom,  it is especially important to consider the implications of nutrition on their overall health and well-being.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking sits down with Dr. Jennifer Hunter to discuss how nutrition supports childhood immunity and steps parents and caregivers can take to ensure that children are eating a wide range of nutrients daily.
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