Talking FACS
Talking FACS is hosted by the University of Kentucky Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Program. We have educators in every county of the state, sharing research knowledge with individuals, families and communities to improve quality of life.Our educators are supported by…
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Non‑Abstinent Recovery: Harm Reduction as the Front Door to Healing (opens the original)
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Host: Alex Elswick, PhD Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Guest: Alex Johansen, UK Harm Reduction Hub Intern Season 9| Episode 13 In this episode of Talking Facts, host Dr. Alex Elswick speaks with Alex Johansson, a psychology PhD student at the University of Kentucky, about harm reduction and non‑abstinent pathways to recovery for substance use disorders. They debunk common myths about non‑abstinent recovery, define harm reduction as a pragmatic philosophy and set o
Leveling Up Cancer Education: How Serious Games Teach Families (opens the original)
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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Olufunmilola Abraham, PhD, MS, BPharm, Department Chair and Professor, US Surgical Endowed Professor in Pharmacy Practice, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science Cancer Conversations Episode 76 In this episode of Cancer Conversations, host Mindy McCulley talks with Dr. Olufunmilola Abraham, Chair of Pharmacy Practice and Science at the University of
Prepare All Year: Simple Seasonal Home Safety Tips (opens the original)
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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Monica Mundy, PhD Assistant Extension Professor for Family and Community Health Season 9 | Episode 12 Talking FACS host Mindy McCulley sits down with Dr. Monica Mundy to explore why year-round seasonal preparedness matters and how small, regular home maintenance tasks can prevent big problems. Topics include season-by-season tips—roof and gutter checks in spring and
Decision Fatigue: Reclaim Your Mental Energy (opens the original)
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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Natese Dockery, PhD Assistant Clinical Professor for Mental Health and Well-being Season 9 | Episode 11 On this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley speaks with Dr. Natese Dockery, Clinical Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist for Mental Health and Well-Being, about decision fatigue — what it is, how constant small choices drain our mental energy, and the signs to watch for. The
Raising Independent Kids: Practical Steps from Toddlers to Teens (opens the original)
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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development Season 9 | Episode 10 Talking FACS host Mindy McCulley speaks with Dr. David Wiesenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development, about how parents can foster independence in children at every stage — from toddlers learning to dress themselves to teens making decisions and driving. They cover practic
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