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Smart Home, Brilliant Savings

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
Finding ways to save money is often the goal for homeowners.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff explores the concept of smart home technology.  She explains the various ways homeowners can maximize savings while accessing new features to improve efficiency.
Special Edition Episode: MoneyWi$e 5, Season 4
For more information about MoneyWi$e habits, visit:
MoneyWi$e Newsletter
MoneyWi$e Website
MoneyWi$e Facebook Page
Energy Star
Internal Revenue Service
Kentucky Revenue Service
Local IRS Office Finder

The head is closer to the heart than you think

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. Dolph Dawson, Director, Graduate Periodontology, UK College of Dentistry
KY Smiles Episode 2
On this episode of Kentucky Smiles, Dr. Dolph Dawson shares the important connection between our oral health and our overall general health.  He explains how infections and inflammation in the mouth affect other parts of the body and contribute to chronic and acute illnesses.
For more information:
Dentistry | UK HealthCare
UK Dentistry on Facebook
UK Dentistry on Twitter

How Does the Built Environment Affect Your Health?

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health
Episode 12, Season 4
On a previous show, Dr. Natalie Jones shared about the Social Determinant of Health.  On this episode, she breaks down the built environment category and explores all the factor that can impact our health based on where we live, work, play and worship.
For more information:
Explore the CDC: Social Determinants of Health: Know What Affects Health
HealthyPeople.gov. Social Determinants of Health
Healthy People 2030, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

Practicing Gun Safety

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. David Weisenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development
Episode 11, Season 4
Practicing gun safety protects everyone in your home, especially those who have not been properly trained in the use of fire arms. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. David Weisenhorn shares some basic, practical safety tips that can protect those you love from gun related accidents.
For more information about the 4-H Shooting Sports program, click the link below:
4-H Shooting Sports
 

Summer Health Experience in Oncology

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. Nathan Vanderford, UK College of Medicine, Department of Toxicology and Cancer Biology and Markey Cancer Center
Special Edition Series - Cancer Conversations Episode 28
Dr. Nathan Vanderford joins Dr. Jennifer Hunter on Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS as they discuss The S.H.E. in Oncology program.  SHE specifically targeted young women with an interest in science and medicine, who identify as underrepresented in the sciences (i.e., racial or ethnic minority, low income, first-generation college-bound, and/or living with a disability). 
Connect with the UK Markey Center
Online Markey Cancer Center
On Facebook @UKMarkey
On Twitter @UKMarkey

Music for your Health - Music Therapy

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guests: Dr. Alaine Reschke-Hernandez, Assistant Professor of Music Therapy and Affiliate Faculty in Gerontology, and Erica Gabriel, Doctoral Candidate in Musical Arts, Alltech Scholarship Recipient, and Lyman T. Johnson Fellow
Episode 10, Season 4
Our guests, Dr. Reschke-Hernandez and Erica Gabriel discuss how music therapy can impact the lives of those who are experiencing many different life situations.  Dr. Reschke-Hernandez also explains an study that is currently being conducted in conjunction with the College of Social Work to explore how music can impact the lives of older adults. 
If you or someone you know would be interested in participating in the study, contact Dr. Allison Gibson through the email or phone number provided below.
 

Kentucky Extension Homemaker Week is Here!

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guests: Karen Hill, Kentucky Extension Homemaker President and Kelly May, KEHA State Advisor
The Kentucky Extension Homemaker Association is leading, learning and serving in communities across Kentucky.  As we celebrate KEHA Week, KEHA President Karen Hill and Kelly May share about the benefits of being a member and getting involved in this vibrant organization.
Special Edition Episode, Season 4
To find out about KEHA in your county, visit:
Local county websiteKEHA websiteKEHA Facebook page @OfficialKEHA

Establishing Savings Goals: Starting Small to Save Big

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
Creating goals for building savings is a great way to ensure that you actually do it!  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff shares tips and tricks for finding extra money to add to savings.  She advocates for breaking down savings goals into manageable chunks.
Special Edition Episode: MoneyWi$e 4, Season 4
For more information about MoneyWi$e habits, visit:
MoneyWi$e Newsletter
MoneyWi$e Website
MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Genetic Conditions and Dental Problems

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. Jim Hartsfield, E. Preston Hicks Endowed Professor of Orthodontics and Oral Health Research, UK College of Dentistry
KY Smiles Episode 1
Welcome to the latest Talking FACS collaboration, Kentucky Smiles on Talking FACS.  Through these podcast shows, presented in partnership with the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, we will share important topics and issues related to dental health.
On this episode, Dr. Jim Hartsfield shares information about genetic conditions that affect our teeth and mouth.  He explains dental problems that many people experience but may not have realized were related to genetics.
For more information:
Dr. Jim Hartsfield Faculty & Staff | The College of Dentistry
Dentistry | UK HealthCare
UK Dentistry on Facebook
UK Dentistry on Twitter
Related articles:
Tooth Agenesis - NORD (National Organization of Rare Disorders)
Abnormalities of Teeth University of Missouri, Kansas City umkc.org

The Great Outdoors Boosts our Mental Health

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guests: Dr. Kerri Ashurst, Extension Specialist for Family and Relationship Development and Tyrone Atkinson, Program Coordinator for Family and Consumer Sciences
Episode 9, Season 4
As temperatures cool with the advent of fall, there is no better time to be outdoors.  Spending time outdoors can be rejuvenating and is good for our mental and physical health.  Dr. Kerri Ashurst and Tyrone Atkinson share tips for strengthening family relationships while boosting your mental health by spending time in the great outdoors. 
 

Handling Mental Health Challenges

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
Episode 8, Season 4
National Farm Safety and Health Week
This year, we celebrate annual farm safety week from September 19-25, to raise awareness about farm safety issues across the state and country. While farm safety and mental health are important topics every day, this week serves to shed light on the unique challenges farmers experience as they produce food, fiber, and fuel for us every day. During National Farm Safety and Health Week, we want to highlight the importance of mental health by reflecting on five key goals:
Recognize rural mental health challenges
Identify farm stress
Understand how stress affects our brain and body
Learn how to cope with stress
Build skills to handle mental health challenges
Visit your local county Extension office or click the links below to learn more about National Farm Safety and Health Week.
Farm Life Stress
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
Crisis Text Line, Text HOPE to 741741
 

Money in Your Pocket - Advance Child Tax Credit Payments

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Kelly May, Senior Extension Associate for Family Finance and Resource Management
Episode 7, Season 4
Families with children may be finding more money in their bank accounts these days thanks to advance payments of the Child Tax Credit.  Kelly May joins Dr. Jennifer Hunter to talk about these payments, a feature of the American Recovery Act and how they will impact 2021 taxes.
For more information, visit:
IRS Advance Child Tax Credit Payments