Talking FACS

A Good Night’s Sleep - Selecting Sheets - Part 2

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Jeanne Badgett, Senior Extension Associate for Clothing, Textiles, and Household Equipment
Episode 3, Part 2, Season 4
Finding comfortable and durable sheets can sometimes be a challenge.  This week on Talking FACS, Jeanne Badgett shares tips for ensuring that your nightly sleep is the best that it can be when it starts with a great set of sheets.

A Good Night's Sleep - Selecting Sheets - Part 1

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Jeanne Badgett, Senior Extension Associate for Clothing, Textiles, and Household Equipment
Episode 3, Part 1, Season 4
Finding comfortable and durable sheets can sometimes be a challenge.  This week on Talking FACS, Jeanne Badgett shares tips for ensuring that your nightly sleep is the best that it can be when it starts with a great set of sheets.

Guarding Against Identity Theft

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
Special Edition Episode: MoneyWi$e
Identity theft is very common and is often the most reported type of fraud complaint received by enforcement agencies such as the Federal Trade Commission.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Kelly May shares with Dr. Jennifer Hunter, tips for protecting your information so that it will not be as easy for those with criminal intent to access and steal your identity.
For more information, visit:
MoneyWi$e Newsletter
MoneyWi$e Website
MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

The Benefits of Breastfeeding

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
Episode 2, Season 4
World Breastfeeding Week (WBW), a global campaign to raise awareness and galvanize action on themes related to breastfeeding, begins on Sunday and runs all next week. 
On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking shares the importance of breastfeeding for infants, their mothers and the community at large. 
For more information, visit:
Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Families - Division of Maternal and Child Health
La Leche League

Keeping Your Teen Driver Safe

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. David Weisenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development
Episode 1, Season 4
When children reach the driving milestone age, it can be both an exciting and frightening time for parents.  Dr. David Weisenhorn shares timely tips for making this period as stress-free as it possibly can be for both child and parents.
For additional information:
Governors Highway Safety Association
 
 

Talking with Children About Cancer

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Joan Scales, Senior Social Worker, Psych-Oncology Services, Markey Cancer Center
Special Edition Series - Cancer Conversations Episode 25
Talking with children about a cancer diagnosis will rank among most difficult conversations.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Joan Scales from Markey Cancer Center explores the importance of communication.  She shares tips with Dr. Jennifer Hunter for making these discussions more natural and comfortable, even if not easy. 
Connect with the UK Markey Center:
Online Markey Cancer Center
On Facebook @UKMarkey
On Twitter @UKMarkey

To Buy or Lease, That is the Question

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
Special Edition Episode: MoneyWi$e
New cars are scarce right now, so if you are in the market for a new vehicle you might find your options limited.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff shares tips to consider in this current car market. 
For more information, visit:
MoneyWi$e Website
MoneyWi$e Newsletter
MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Introducing Solid Food to Infants

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
Episode 50, Season 3
If only parenting came with an instruction manual, new parents could breathe easier.  But, since there is no manual, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension has the answers to many of the questions that new parents ask.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking shares what the research says about introducing solid foods to your infant.  So if you are a new parent, or maybe you are parenting an infant again after a few years break, listen in to learn what's new in the world of infant feeding.
 

Shot of Hope: Combating Vaccination Hesitancy

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health
Episode 49, Season 3
While many Kentuckians have already received the full COVID-19 vaccination, there are still many who haven't gotten the shot in their arm.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Natalie Jones shares with Mindy McCulley tips for responding to some of the reasons that people give for their resistance to getting vaccinated.
To see the percentage of people in your county who have been vaccinated click the link below.  Once you have accessed the website, then click on the county of your choice and the relevant statistics will pop up.
Kentucky COVID-19 Vaccination Dashboard

Sexual Health and Cancer

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Amy Downs, Senior Social Worker, Psych-Oncology Services, Markey Cancer Center
Special Edition Series - Cancer Conversations Episode 24
When a person receives a cancer diagnosis, many questions swarm through their brain.  Your sexual health is an important discussion to pursue with your healthcare providers.  In this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Amy Downs shares with Dr. Jennifer Hunter some questions that you will want to ask your doctor, as well as, some personal observations that you might want to make to share with your healthcare team so that they can better inform your care.
Connect with the UK Markey Center:
Online Markey Cancer Center
On Facebook @UKMarkey
On Twitter @UKMarkey

Empathy in the Workplace

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
Special Edition Episode: MoneyWi$e
Empathy in the workplace often starts with communication.  This week on Talking FACS, Kelly May shares with Dr. Jennifer Hunter ways to be empathetic towards ones colleagues and clients.  She provides tips for improving empathy skills, as well as suggestions for enhancing communication skills.
For more information, visit:
MoneyWi$e Newsletter
MoneyWi$e Website
MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Breaking the Mealtime Rut

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health
Episode 47, Season 3
Are you tired of preparing and serving the same meals for your family over and over again?  If the answer is YES, then this episode of Talking FACS is for YOU!  Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf shares great tips for changing things up a bit to add a little pizzazz to your mealtime routines!  She provides suggestions for finding new recipes and ideas for making everyday family meals a celebration. 
For additional recipe ideas visit:
Plate it up! Kentucky Proud
Plan. Eat. Move. from the KY Nutrition Education Program