Talking FACS

Picking Up After Our Pets

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
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Getting Healthy with Pickleball

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guests: Hardin Stevens, Extension Specialist for Family and Consumer Sciences, Dr. Amy Kostelic, Assistant Extension Professor for Adult Development and Aging, and Katherine Jury, Extension Specialist for Family Health
Season 5, Episode 40
Summer is upon us, so let's get outside and play.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Extension professionals share about one of the fastest growing sporting trends to hit recreation - Pickleball!  They explain many of the health benefits associated with Pickleball and share some warnings for those just exploring the sport.  This is part 2 of a two-part series.
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Saving Money on Medical Expenses

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 39
Medical expenses are some of the most significant expenses some families have in their budgets.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff share strategies for reducing the financial impact of medical expenses and tips for planning for future costs related to health care.
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Pickleball!?! - What is it?

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guests: Hardin Stevens, Extension Specialist for Family and Consumer Sciences, Dr. Amy Kostelic, Assistant Extension Professor for Adult Development and Aging, and Katherine Jury, Extension Specialist for Family Health
Season 5, Episode 38
Summer is upon us, so let's get outside and play.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Extension professionals share about one of the fastest growing sporting trends to hit recreation - Pickleball!  They help our listeners understand the game and share about its benefits.  This is part 1 of a two-part series.
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Eat Your Words - Phrases that Encourage Children to Try New Foods

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 5, Episode 37
Things adults say around children matter. This includes the way we talk about food and children’s behavior around food. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking discusses the differences between phrases that help or hamper children from trying new foods.
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Debt Repayment Blizzard

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 33
As we wrap up Financial Literacy Month, Dr. Nichole Huff comes back on Talking FACS to discuss two different but similar ways to reduce debt.  She shares information about the "Snowball" and "Avalanche" repayment strategies which seek to either reduce the total number of bills you need to pay monthly, or reduce the amount of interest you are paying on debt.  Enjoy this lively discussion about ways to "deep freeze" your debt.
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Managing Bed Bugs

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Zachary DeVries, Assistant Professor of Urban Entomology, Department of Entomology
Season 5, Episode 36
You probably have been told at some point in your life to "Sleep tight, don't let the bed bugs bite."  Hopefully, that has been your only experience with bed bugs.  But if you have had the misfortune of encountering them in real life, our guest on this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Zach DeVries share suggestiongs for getting them out of your bed.  His hot tip is, "Don't panic and remember they are just bugs that can be eradicated!"
For more information:
Bed Bugs ENT 636
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Cancer Support Groups

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Julie Case Steffey, LCSW, Oncology Social Worker, Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 43
Whether it is you or a loved one who has cancer, having others to talk to who are experiencing life with cancer can have beneficial results.  In this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Juile Steffey shares some of the benefits of connecting with support groups for those living with cancer and for those who love and care for them.  While support groups might not be for everyone, the Oncology Social Work team at Markey Cancer Center can recommend the support patients and their families need as they travel this journey.
Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS is a partnership project between Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Markey Cancer Center.
 
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Encouraging Children

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. David Weisenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development
Season 5,  Episode 35
Whether you are a parent, grandparent, teacher, caregiver or maybe an aunt or uncle or a good family friend, being a trusted adult in the life of a child is an awesome privilege and responsibility.  Doing all that you can to support and encourage the children in your life doesn't always come naturally, so sometimes thoughtful consideration and practice is necessary.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. David Weisenhorn shares strategies for encouraging children and helping them to grow into thriving adults.
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Banking for Everyone

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 5, Episode 34
Banking is for anyone and everyone.  Whether you have never had a bank account, or you have had banking challenges in the past, Kelly May discusses banking options for you on this episode of Talking FACS.  Banks and credit unions have many options for all different types of consumers from those who just need a place for their direct deposit to land to those who want to establish savings and checking accounts for the long term.
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Compound Interest

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 5, Episode 32
April is Financial Literacy Month.  Throughout this month our shows will feature topics related to finances - everything from giving to the magic of compound interest (today's topic)! Join in each week this month to raise your Financial IQ without going back to school.
Compound interest let's your money work for you!  When you put your money into an account that earns compound interest, its growth is much faster than when it is earning simple interest.  Listen to today's episode to learn more about how compound interest can work for (or against) your financial goals!
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Financial Considerations for Cancer Patients

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Charles McCann, Patient Financial Counselor, University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 42
Sometimes people who have cancer don't seek treatment because of the financial burden they are concerned that it will place on their family.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Charles McCann shares information that can alleviate those fears as he outlines resources that are available to cancer patients and their families.
Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS is a partnership project between Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Markey Cancer Center.
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SHRINKFLATION: Increasing prices, decreasing quantity!
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
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 27
Shrinkflation might not be a term you are familiar with, but you are probably feeling its effects.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff shares all about shrinkflation and its cousin, inflation, and how the two are affecting our budgets.
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Dental Career Opportunities
Friday Mar 03, 2023
Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Kenneth Nusbacher, Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, UK College of Dentistry
Dental careers are popular. Dentists are ranked highly for their work-life balance. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the growth rate for dental assistants is expected to exceed the growth rate for all occupations by three percent in the ten year period from 2021 to 2031.  On this episode of KY Smiles, Dr. Kenneth Nusbacher shares about the many dental careers and the necessary preparation they require.
For more information:
Why Be A Dentist
Dentistry at UK
Dental Assisting
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Helping Your Child Manage Anger
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. David Weisenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development
Season 5,  Episode 26
Anger is a natural emotion.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. David Weisenhorn shares strategies for helping your child process anger in healthy ways.  He provides tips for discussing situations that cause anxiety and providing children with tools to handle times when their anger might be overwhelming.
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Strategies for Lower Stress Family Mealtime
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
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
Friday Feb 10, 2023
Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Charles McCann, Patient Financial Services, Markey Cancer Center
Financial concerns can sometimes be a reason for persons with cancer failing to seek needed cancer care.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Charles McCann shares how patients and their families can get the care they need and find the resources to support their care.
Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center
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