Talking FACS

Building Community Connections through Stories

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guests: Sylvia Lovely, JD Founder of Connecting Our Voices and Amy Kostelic, PhD Assistant Extension Professor for Adult Development and Aging,
Season 6, Episode 33
On this episode of Talking FACS our guests will help us understand the importance of keeping storytelling alive, not just our personal stories, but the stories that help build community and connectedness.
For more information:
Connecting Our Voices
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How to Make a Career Pivot

Host: Jennifer Hunter, PhD Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guests:  Caroline Francis, EdS Director of UK Alumni Career Services and Amy Gamblin, MA Associate Director of UK Alumni Career Services
Season 6, Episode 32
Are you thinking about make a significant change to your career path? While many people change jobs from time to time, changing careers might induce nerves. Caroline Francis and Amy Gamblin, from University of Kentucky Alumni Career Services, join Talking FACS to share strategies for successfully making a career pivot.
For more information visit the UK Alumni Association:
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Is Baby-led weaning for me and my baby?

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Courtney Luecking, PhD Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health
Season 6, Episode 31
Baby-led weaning has grown in popularity in recent years, but what is it? Is it the right approach for me to help my baby transition to table food? Dr. Courtney Luecking joins the Talking FACS podcast to answer these questions and many more for parents who are on the brink of transitioning their infant to solid nourishment options.
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Cancer related Feeding and Swallowing Issues

Host:  Jennifer Hunter, PhD Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Tammy Wigginton, MS Speech Language Pathologist, UK Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 51
Dysphagia or difficulty swallowing is a common complication in cancer patients and can be associated with the direct effects of the presence of a tumor, surgical resection of the cancer and/or the combined effects of chemo and/or radiation treatment. Tammy Wigginton, a board certified specialist in swallowing and swallowing disorders, shares guidance for recognizing the onset of symptoms and implementation strategies to prevent or mitigate dysphagia effects.
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Bulking up a Thin Credit File

Host:  Mindy McCulley, MS 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 6, Episode 30
How much do you know about what is in your credit file?  On this episode of Talking FACS, Kelly May shares information about ways you might be able to improve your file with a couple of short term alternative options. As she cautions, the best advice to anyone who wants a solid credit file, is to ensure that you pay bills on time and keep credit balances low.
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Cannabis Myths

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Alex Elswick, PhD Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery
Season 6, Episode 29
Many of the great thinkers of our time have said that "Knowledge is power!" When it comes to cannabis,  how much do you know? Dispelling myths and providing knowledge is Dr. Alex Elwick's goal for this episode of Talking FACS. 
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A Lung Cancer Survivor's Story

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Lindi Campbell, Breath of Hope KY, Inc.
Season 6, Episode 28
January is Radon Action Month. Experts say that lung cancer affects Kentuckians at rates 50% higher than the national average.  The second leading cause of lung cancer is radon.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Lindi Huffman shares her story as a lung cancer survivor who was not considered at risk for developing lung cancer because she was not a smoker.  She advocates for policy change to change the landscape of lung cancer causes in our state.
For more radon information:
Breath of Hope KY, Inc.
Radon in Kentucky (video)
Radon QuickFacts  Bridging Research Efforts and Advocacy Toward Healthy Environments
Kentucky's Radon Program
Radon Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
 
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Benefits of Genetic Counseling for Specific Cancers

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Terra Armstrong, Licensed Genetic Counselor, UK Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 50
Genetic counseling can be an important component of cancer care for people who have been diagnosed with certain cancers.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations, Terra Armstrong shares about the benefits of genetic counseling for cancer patients and their families, especially when they have been diagnosed with specific types of cancer.
Genetic Counseling Resources:
The National Society of Genetic Counselers
     website
Genetic Counseling at Markey Cancer Center
    website
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Networking for Career Success

Host: Jennifer Hunter, PhD Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guests:  Caroline Francis, EdS Director of UK Alumni Career Services and Amy Gamblin, MS Associate Director of UK Alumni Career Services
Season 6, Episode 27
Networking is key to career growth. It moves beyond small talk to real connections with people who can help you advance along your career path.  Caroline Francis and Amy Gamblin, from University of Kentucky Alumni Career Services, join Talking FACS to share about the real benefits of networking and how it can impact your career.
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Stong Bones for Life: Preventing Osteoporosis with Nutrition

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health
Season 6, Episode 26
What we eat impacts many facets of our lives.  Choosing what we eat to strengthen our bones begins early and lasts a life time.  Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf outlines many ways we can reduce our risk of developing osteoporosis through diet choices.
Learn more about osteoporosis and food choices:
Strong Bones for Life publication
International Osteoporosis Foundation
          Calcium Factsheet
          Nutrition Factsheet
          Exercise Recommendations
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The Cost of Convenience

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 6, Episode 25
We have become an "on demand" society, but this convenience comes at a price. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff discusses the real cost of convenience, both to our wallets and to the other things we might be sacrificing so that we can have things delivered directly as soon as we want them.
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Dressing Kids for Outdoor Play

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health
Season 6, Episode 24
On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking reminds us that when it comes to outdoor play, there is no such thing as bad weather if we are properly prepared.  She shares tips for ensuring that children can play outdoors in all seasons with the right clothing choices.
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