Voices With Jawan Strader

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New research shows an alarming rise in Black youth attempting suicide.⁠ What are the warning signs? What resources are available for young people struggling with depression and other mental health issues?⁠ We hear from a school therapist and a mother and girlfriend who lost a loved one to suicide o…

After the tragic death of “Black Panther” star Chadwick Boseman at 43, let’s have a candid conversation about colon cancer. We talk to a doctor who specializes in colorectal cancer in Black men and two survivor of the disease.

While classes are beginning virtually for most students and teachers, some parents are opting to send their children back into classrooms. We discuss the benefits and drawbacks of distance learning. Plus, what parents should do before sending their children back to in-person classes.⁠

There are now hundreds of thousands of confirmed cases of the coronavirus in South Florida. From nurses to surgeons, what is it like fighting COVID-19 on the front lines?

Super Bowl Sunday inspires many young people to pursue their interest in sports. But what does it take to make it to the pros? We talk with two moms with sons who played in the NFL about what it takes to raise a professional athlete. We also hear from former NFL player Bryant McKinnie on how his mo…

February 7th is National HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Black people are disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS. In anticipation of the day, we talk about what needs to be done to turn the epidemic around.

The Super Bowl is a huge event for South Florida but what does it mean for our local communities? We talk to Miami Gardens Mayor Oliver Gilbert about the economic impact on his city. Plus, a first-of-its kind student exchange program brings high school students from Botswana to Miami. The students …

The Haiti earthquake—ten years later. We look back at the devastating natural disaster, the recovery efforts, and the island’s current political climate.

Record-setting pilot Barrington Irving discusses the many options for people considering a career in aviation. Plus new methods of enhancing a child’s education by adding art to science, technology, and math. We discuss how this curriculum change can improve critical thinking skills and help a chil…