Talking FACS

Coping with Addiction during the Holidays

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Alex Elswick, Extension Associate and subject matter specialist for Substance Abuse Prevention and Recovery
Episode 26
Holidays can be stressful times for families, especially if a loved one is suffering through substance use or addiction.  Alex Elswick sits down with Dr. Jennifer Hunter for a frank discussion about how to cope with this situation in a compassionate and realistic manner.  Alex shares some critical discussion points that should be addressed with family members and steps to ensure that the person with the addiction is supported and loved while the behavior is not condoned.
 
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Family Meals: The REAL Value Meal

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
Episode 25
Family meals are so important to the development of the child.  In this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Dr. David Weisenhorn to explore some of the benefits and challenges associated with family meals.
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Special Edition Episode: Dining In for FCS Day

Host:
Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guests:     
Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Assistant Extension Professor and Specialist in Food and Nutrition
Sally Mineer, Extension Specialist for Professional Development
In this episode, Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf and Sally Mineer sit down with Mindy McCulley to discuss FCS Day and the importance of dining in with your family.  Sally gives information about how to commit to dining in and Heather gives information about how 'dining in' gives you the ability to control ingredients, portion size and the environment of your meal.
These websites were referenced during the podcast or can help you plan your Dining In meal:
For more information at FCS Day and Dining in visit aafcs.org
For more information about meal preparation visit What's Cooking: USDA Mixing Bowl
For more information about Plate it up! Kentucky Proud visit the website, the Facebook Page or the YouTube Channel.
 
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Cyber Monday Shopping

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support
Episode 24
It's that time of year!  Cyber Monday is the Monday after Thanksgiving.  Are you ready?  Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Mindy McCulley to discuss tips for staying safe and saving money while doing your holiday online shopping.
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Sexual Health

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health
Episode 23
Sexual Health is a topic that is important to everyone who is sexually active!  In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Hunter and Extension Specialist for Family Health, Natalie Jones, discuss many facets of sexual health from proper protection to when to visit a health care provider.
 
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Talking Turkey

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Food and Nutrition
Guest: Annhall Norris, Extension Associate for Food Safety
Episode 22
Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down the Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf and Annhall Norris to discuss the importance of food safety when preparing the Thanksgiving turkey.  Listen to this lively discussion that will answer all of your turkey questions!
 
 
 
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Avoiding Lifestyle Creep

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Co-host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support
Episode 21
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Hunter revisits her former role as Family Finance Specialist and discusses the trending topic of lifestyle creep.  The tips she shares for avoiding the creep are good sound advice that will set you up for a lifetime of financial success.
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Healthy Hydration

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health
Episode 20
Staying hydrated is important for our overall health.  Extension Family Health Specialist, Natalie Jones, sits down with Dr. Jennifer Hunter to discuss the key recommendations related to hydration for every life stage.  Additionally, she shares information about hydration while being physically active and recommendations for youth involved in sports.
 
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Adventures in New Parenthood - When should I introduce solid foods?

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Food and Nutrition
Episode 19
When you are a first time parent, every day is an adventure of learning new things about your infant!  In this episode, Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Extension Specialist in Food and Nutrition (and new mommy) shares some insight into introducing solid foods to your infant.  She stresses the importance of discussing this with your pediatrician.  She also shares tips to ensure that your experience is pleasant and safe.
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Whose job is it, anyway? Family Chores

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
Episode 18
In this episode, Dr. David Weisenhorn shares with Dr. Jennifer Hunter what the research says about assigning chores to children.  He emphasizes the importance of shared responsibility, teamwork and building empathy and the ways that chores can reinforce these concepts.
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Kids In Sports

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health
Episode 17 
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Hunter and Natalie Jones discuss important issues for parents when their child is involved in organized sporting activities.  Natalie details some considerations to think about such as age, developmental stage and maturity, as well as, highlighting the importance of proper safety equipment.
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Healthy Eating for Busy Families

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director of Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Food and Nutrition
Episode 16
This week, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf to talk about maintaining healthy eating choices in the midst of busy family schedules.  Dr. Norman-Burgdolf shares five tips for making healthy eating choices that are easy to do without adding stress to your life!
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