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Teens Celebrate Three Years on Radio By Cynthia Brian

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November 21 marks the third anniversary of the internationally broadcast radio program, Express Yourself!™. Launched in 2011 on the Voice America Kids Network as an outreach service of the Moraga non profit, Be the Star You Are!® 501 c3, (www.BTSYA.org) with five local youth, the program has become a top rated program in the world on the network and now boasts thirty reporters and hosts from around the country. Steven Zhou, now studying at Pepperdine University, is thrilled to know that the efforts he began in high school as the show’s first host and administrator are still going strong. Rachel Glass, who began working with Be the Star You Are!® when she was just thirteen and was one of the original reporters, is now a journalism major in college . She credits her love of writing, researching, and broadcasting to her work on Express Yourself!™ Besides regularly hosting the show when school doesn’t interfere, Rachel is President of the National Broadcasting Society at University of Oregon. Courtney Cheng, a student at CAL Berkeley was another founding member of the team as a reporter for Book It. Courtney still hosts and reports and commented “Express Yourself!™, Be the Star You Are!® and Voice America Kids have given me the chance to expand my horizons and reach out to people. Not only do I get to speak on the radio to inspirational people about things that we’re passionate about, but I also have so much fun while doing so.”

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A current teen host, Henna Hundal stated: “Working on Express Yourself! has honed my skills as a journalist to effectively report on a vast variety of topics. I can now not only discuss fun topics like favorite books or the latest teen trends, but I’m also able to talk about the tough issues like bullying and domestic violence. Through the show, I’ve learned how to carefully probe these tough topics by having my curiosity and inquisitiveness tempered with empathy and care.”  Asya Gonzalez, founder of She is Worth It!, is a reporter and host living in Colorado. “I have had such an amazing experience with Be The Star You Are!® They have encouraged me to reach further into my community and to do better. I am always striving to serve and show others that they too can be socially responsible. I believe that BTSYA is an EXCELLENT resource for youth and others to learn how to be socially responsible AND reach for their dreams!” A host and reporter from New Jersey, Katelyn Darrow appreciates all the love, kindness, and opportunities that being part of Express Yourself!™ has brought to her. Her charity, Angels of God, was recently profiled on the Steve Harvey Show.  Caiseen Kelley is a host, guest coordinator, and the Techy Talk reporter for the program. “This has been the opportunity of a lifetime. My sister Caie enjoyed the experience so much, that I was destined to follow suit. This is a unique chance to get unedited opinions from, for, and by youth expressed around the world. Express Yourself!™ lives up to its motto of Where teens talk and the world listens!” Caie Kelley agreed. “Being on Express Yourself!™ on Voice America Kids Radio has been such a fun, enriching experience. It is so cool that we are able to reach such a large audience discussing a huge range of topics from crazy pets to self-harm to smart decision making.”

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Born in Korea, Youngjoo Ahn served as the main host of Express Yourself!™ for almost two years. “I am so grateful to Express Yourself!™ and Voice America Kids for the wonderful opportunity that they have given me. It’s amazing to think that every week an ordinary girl can be the voice of teens around the world. Being on the radio is so much fun and I’ve been able to meet other extraordinary people who are so passionate about what they do. I would not be the same without Be the Star You Are!®, Express Yourself!™  and Voice America Kids.” In addition to these hosts, numerous other teens are reporters from various states.

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Produced by Cynthia Brian of Starstyle® Productions, llc for Be the Star You Are!® charity, the program broadcasts every Tuesday at NOON PT on the Voice America Kids Network to 132 countries with direction by Bruce Solstein and Perry Damone of Kidstar. 

Photos, descriptions, links, and archives of the shows are available at www.ExpressYourselfTeenRadio.com.  All shows are also available at ITUNES 

Congratulations to all the teens and guests who make Express Yourself!™a top rated program. To make a donation to Be the Star You Are!® to help support the broadcast of the show, please visit www.BTSYA.org.

For youth interested in getting involved, send an email to the producer, btsyateenradio@gmail.com.  Read about local teens on Express Yourself.

The Twenty First Century Diary By Youngjoo Ahn

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The Twenty First Century Diary By Youngjoo Ahn

youngjoo ahnThe 21st century is the Age of Technology with the rapid developments in communication. With programs like Skype, Google Hangouts, VSee, and Facetime, long distance face-to-face conversation is possible for anyone in the world connected via the internet. One of the byproducts of this “Age” is blogging.

Blogging is almost like a virtual diary that can be shared with everyone. Some blogs focus on one specific subject and have a niche following. There are many blogs dedicated to fashion, food, book reviews, traveling, dating, teens, and everything imaginable.
The most alluring aspect to blogging is sharing. How fantastic it is to know that a stranger in the Netherlands is reading your blog and struggling with your very same issues! A blog allows people from all over the globe to connect and learn about one another. Many people also use blogs as an outlet for opinions, rants, and random thoughts.
“Blogging is really fun. It consumes my life in a good way. I’m always thinking of new things to try from blogs I read and what I’m going to say in my blog.  I’m constantly looking for different subjects to blog about,” Miramonte senior Dashia Kwok said. “Blogging has helped me form opinions about topics that I probably wouldn’t have considered otherwise.”
Gaining followers and readers is not as easy as it seems. Overnight popularity is almost impossible and should not be expected. A blog, like any other hobby, takes time, patience, and care. The best way to gain readers is through excellent writing. It’s important to actually sit down and write something special, carefully editing for grammar and spelling. With so many blogs in the blogosphere, quality matters. Pictures and social media are additional power tools to enhance your blog.
The rewards of blogging are limitless. Blogging can be an online journal or a private twenty first century diary. I enjoy looking back on old posts and remembering what I was feeling at that time. It’s also gratifying to learn that others are intrigued with my thoughts.
For me, the most impressive reward with blogging is that I own a small slice of the Internet community. Blogging can boost your business and your career, but for me, and many of my Lamorinda friends, the best part is that my posts are personal keepsakes that we’ll treasure forever.
Youngjoo Ahn is a junior at Miramonte High School. In her free time she hosts Express Yourself teen radio, volunteers teaching Korean, and blogs.  Read the actual article here.

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 Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio is produced by Cynthia Brian of Starstyle® Productions, llc as an outreach program of Be the Star You Are!® charity. For information on being a guest email info@BetheStarYouAre.org. To make a tax-deductible donation to keep this positive youth programming broadcasting weekly to international audiences, visit the website and Click here to Donate.    Thanks for supporting teens!

As the editor and teen coach for Teen Scene for the newspaper, Cynthia Brian has had the opportunity to work with talented teens with attitude and opinions. She shares selected published works. Read numerous articles shepherded by Cynthia. Cynthia Brian also produces Express Yourself!™ on Voiceamerica Kids Network heard Tuesdays NOON PT and click here for photos, descriptions, links, and more.

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SCAMS BY CYNTHIA BRIAN

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SCAMS BY CYNTHIA BRIAN

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The most common scams are probably still computer hacking, there are a lot of types ranging in seriousness. Veteran host Youngjoo Ahn welcome first time co-host, Clare Durant, as they interview Global Youth Talk reporter Ryan Sim with his information on scholarship fraud and author Ashley Elston with her book The Rules for Disappearing that discusses fake identities and the Witness Protection Program. The hosts also offer tips on how to protect yourself from internet stalking as well as other scams. Whether it be a friend hacking your Facebook for fun or a thief stealing your social security ID or someone in a foreign country trying to get access to your credit cards or bank accounts, scams are on the rise. Some of the most common scams according to the FBI include the Nigerian Letter, telemarketing fraud, identity theft, advanced fee schemes and health care fraud.

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Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio is produced by Cynthia Brian of Starstyle® Productions, llc as an outreach program of Be the Star You Are!® charity. For information on being a guest emailKatherine@BetheStarYouAre.org. To make a tax-deductible donation to keep this positive youth programming broadcasting weekly to international audiences, visit http://www.bethestaryouare.org/donate.htm. Thanks for supporting teens!
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TEENS TALK!

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Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio.  is booming, having broadcast 80 shows worldwide. Twenty-two teens from across the country have been reporters with 17 currently working. Our thanks to Voice America Kids Radio, Perry Damone, and Bruce Solstein for the fantastic experiences for BTSYA youth. Tune in every Tuesday, NOON PT/3 pm ET on Voice America Kidand for photos, descriptions, links, archives, and more, visit Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio.  

How has Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio impacted our Hosts/Reporters? Read On…

“I have always had a dream of doing radio broadcasting and Express Yourself Radio has made my dream a reality. I am able to talk with incredible guests and even share my own stories. Express Yourself Radio has armed me with a greater sense of confidence and poise that will equip me for my future endeavors.” Clare Durant, Dump ‘Em or Date ‘Em Reporter and Co-Host, Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio heard Tuesdays NOON PT/3pmET

“Being on Express Yourself!™ on Voice America Kids Radio has been such a fun, enriching experience. It is so cool that we are able to reach such a large audience discussing a huge range of topics from crazy pets to self harm to smart decision making. Thanks KidStar for the opportunity to talk to motivated young thinkers from around the world who ask bigger questions. We are all grateful for this great learning experience.” Caie Kelley, What’s Poppin’ Reporter and Host on Express Yourself!™ heard Tuesdays NOON PT/3pmET

“I am so grateful to Express Yourself!™ and Voice America Kids for the wonderful opportunity that they have given me. It’s amazing to think that every week an ordinary girl can be the voice of teens everywhere. Being on the radio is so much fun and I’ve been able to meet other extraordinary people who are so passionate about what they do. I would not be the same without Express Yourself!™  and Voice America Kids.” Youngjoo Ahn, Host and Artsy Gifts Reporter on Express Yourself!™ heard Tuesdays NOON PT/3pm ET

“Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio is the perfect opportunity for students who wish to get a head start on “the world out there”, so to speak. Everything necessary for life on your own is included in the show: time management, dependable behavior, working with many different types of people, and of course, public speaking. Being on the radio show, and especially helping to administer its weekly processes, has opened my eyes to a variety of different aspects of life I never experienced before.” Steven Zhou, Original Teen Host and Show Administrator on Express Yourself!™ heard Tuesdays NOON PT/3pm ET 

“Express Yourself!™ and Voice America Kids have given me the chance to both expand my horizons and reach out to people. Not only do I get to speak on the radio to inspirational people about things that we’re passionate about, but I also have so much fun while doing so. I cannot thank Express Yourself!™ and Voice America Kids enough for the opportunities they have given me.” 

Courtney Cheng, Host and Book It Reporter on Express Yourself!™ heard Tuesdays NOON PT/3pm ET

“Although I have only been part of the Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio on Voice America Kids for a short while, I can honestly say that it has been a really great experience. I immediately feel part of a community bigger than myself and the town I live in. It is truly fantastic to call myself part of the team of this lovely family we have all grown to love on Express Yourself!™ Teen Radio.” Jane Fessenden, Reporter, Nerd Word on Express Yourself!™ heard Tuesdays NOON PT/3pm ET

As creator, producer, and chief teen wrangler of Express Yourself!™ broadcasting on the Voice America Kids Network with over twenty hosts and reporters from around the USA and guests from around the world, I can attest to the tremendous opportunity for growth and real world radio experience being part of KidsStarVA has been for each individual participant. Working with Perry, Bruce, and Cornelius has been 100% positive as these men truly care about nurturing the talents of our youth. How I wish this radio placement was available when I was an adolescent. Thank you to all…it’s a privilege to be part of an ALL STAR team allowing our future leaders to express themselves now! Cynthia Brian, Producer/Host StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!® Radio, Producer, Express Yourself!™, New York Times best selling author, Founder, Be the Star You Are!® 501 c3 charity, and teen coach.

 
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