http://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeakOur Children, Our Youth, Our Young Adults are wise beyond their years and many are very empowered to make an extraordinary difference in the world. Youth Speak is a forum where the voice of young can be heard and honored! In addition, it's a forum to reflect on the "role" these young people play on the planet at this time and to ponder, the deeper message they have for all of humanity. The young intuitively care about the planet and all of life! As we listen to them and allow them to share their inner thoughts, insights, dreams and projects and visions, their voice will be strengthened! And in the process I hope that their stories, their projects and their companies will inspire others to make a difference in their own unique way! SHARON ANN WIKOFF is a credentialed elementary teacher, consultant, writer, radio host and motivational speaker. She began her radio programming at KGGV in 2006 in Guerneville, California creating the Family Hour and Kids Hour. She went on to host the two-hour Morning Show several days a week. She’s been with Blog Talk Radio since 2008 producing the Voice of Change. It's her passion to support the creativity of all, especially our Youth! YOUTH SPEAK: Youth Speak has been created to give children, teens and young adults a place to speak…to share...to raise their voice about what is important to them. So, young folks, if you between the ages of 5 and 25 and would like to share your hopes, your dreams, your visions for a better today…leading to a better tomorrow, please contact me. I'd love to have you on the program. enCopyright Sharon Ann Wikoff (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 22:30:00 GMTSun, 14 Sep 2014 20:00:00 GMTEntrepreneurBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/d5bfd24b-a537-4839-be69-3f706b74b405_sharon_bwpic.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeakOur Children, Our Youth, Our Young Adults are wise beyond their years and many are very empowered to make an extraordinary difference in the world. Youth Speak is a forum where the voice of young can be heard and honored! In addition, it's a forum to reflect on the "role" these young people play on the planet at this time and to ponder, the deeper message they have for all of humanity. The young intuitively care about the planet and all of life! As we listen to them and allow them to share their inner thoughts, insights, dreams and projects and visions, their voice will be strengthened! And in the process I hope that their stories, their projects and their companies will inspire others to make a difference in their own unique way! SHARON ANN WIKOFF is a credentialed elementary teacher, consultant, writer, radio host and motivational speaker. She began her radio programming at KGGV in 2006 in Guerneville, California creating the Family Hour and Kids Hour. She went on to host the two-hour Morning Show several days a week. She’s been with Blog Talk Radio since 2008 producing the Voice of Change. It's her passion to support the creativity of all, especially our Youth! YOUTH SPEAK: Youth Speak has been created to give children, teens and young adults a place to speak…to share...to raise their voice about what is important to them. So, young folks, if you between the ages of 5 and 25 and would like to share your hopes, your dreams, your visions for a better today…leading to a better tomorrow, please contact me. I'd love to have you on the program. feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comentrepreneur,sharon ann wikoff,youth speak,voice of change,amazing children,children making a difference,amazing parents,awareness changes truth,children making a difference in the world,crystal childrenYouthSpeaknoOur Children, Our Youth, Our Young Adults are wise beyond their years and many are very empowered to make an extraordinary difference in the world. Youth Speakepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/14/guided-meditation-for-children-with-tzaddik-kawanoEntrepreneurhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/14/guided-meditation-for-children-with-tzaddik-kawano/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/14/guided-meditation-for-children-with-tzaddik-kawanoSun, 14 Sep 2014 20:00:00 GMTGuided Meditation for Children with Tzaddik KawanoWelcome everyone to Blog Talk Radio and Youth Speak.  It's my pleasure to have on the program today Tzaddik Kawano, 6 years of age, who just created an amazing meditation for children.  (see link below) Tzaddik uses meditation to help him focus and work on his feelings. He listens to guided meditations with his mom, but had never heard created by a child, so he decided to create on. He has only done one so far, but is working on creating more.  Tzaddik is a 1st grader this year. His favorite subject at school is science. He likes turtles, going to Lake Michigan, and eating pizza with his brothers. He has completed four 5k races so far and is doing the next one in October. Each 5k race helps to raise money to help other kids live better lives.  Tune in for this interview with Tzaddik to learn the story behind the making of this tape, which was completely his idea! HERE IS THE CHILDREN'S MEDITATION CREATED BY TZADDIK KAWANO. ENJOY!  http://youtu.be/Gm_2OPS4j5s 00:17:00YouthSpeaknoSharon Ann Wikoff,Youth Speak,Meditation for Children,amazing childrenWelcome everyone to Blog Talk Radio and Youth Speak.  It's my pleasure to have on the program today Tzaddik Kawano, 6 years of age, who just created an amazinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/06/exploring-the-parenting-of-amazing-children-with-jyude-allbrightYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/06/exploring-the-parenting-of-amazing-children-with-jyude-allbright/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/06/exploring-the-parenting-of-amazing-children-with-jyude-allbrightSat, 06 Sep 2014 16:00:00 GMTExploring the Parenting of Amazing Children with Jyude AllbrightWelcome to Blog Talk Radio and Youth Speak.  I'm Sharon Ann Wikoff and delighted to be here hosting Day 6 in the debuting of Youth Speak. And to make it even more special I'm doing this show with Jyude Albright.  Jyude and I have done many shows together on the Voice of Change Radio Program.   In addition, she co-hosts her own show here at Blog talk Radio called Awareness Changes Truth. Today, we will be talking in general about the dedication and commitment of a parent or other adult who supports and nurtures children to step forward and really shine. As I began researching about children and youth making a difference in the world, I was astonished to learn that very young children, like 4, 5 and 6 years of age are doing remarkable things!  One child, a four year old boy reached out and gave his birthday gift of $ 20 bill to a homeless man and when he was five founded his own organization to help the homeless!  And just this week, I received a remarkable meditation tape made by a 6 year old to help children have a good first day at school!   And after reading about these extraordinary children....I knew that behind EACH one... was that special parent or special adult who listened, supported and nurtured those children.  So, today we are going to be talking about such parents and what they do to nourish children in a way that allows them to bring forth their unique passions and shine at such a young age.   Jyude Allbright' is an NLP Master Practitioner, Certified Prevention Professional, Access Consciousness Bars Facilitator, spiritual messenger and teacher. Her priority is to spread consciousness to those ready to accept it.    She can be reached at www.jyudeallbright.com. And she also co-hosts Blog Talk Radio’s, “Awareness Changes Truth.”   00:31:00YouthSpeaknoYouth Speak,Sharon Ann Wikoff,Jyude Allbright,Awareness Changes Truth,amazing parentsWelcome to Blog Talk Radio and Youth Speak.  I'm Sharon Ann Wikoff and delighted to be here hosting Day 6 in the debuting of Youth Speak. And to make it even mohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/05/is-their-a-bigger-message-behind-todays-amazing-childrenYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/05/is-their-a-bigger-message-behind-todays-amazing-children/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/05/is-their-a-bigger-message-behind-todays-amazing-childrenFri, 05 Sep 2014 20:00:00 GMTIs Their a "Bigger" Message Behind Today's Amazing Children?Welcome to Youth Speak.  As I was reflecting on the stories that have been shared this week on Youth Speak, I had a flashback.  Many years ago, my niece introduced me to the book called the Indigo Children written by Lee Carroll and Jan Tober. As I glanced through, I knew that these were the children that formed 25% of my first grade class at that time. These children were characterized as those that were here to "break up" the "systems"  that were in place at that time, which were not working for the good of all, such as the educational system, health system and political system.  In the classroom, they were the children that wanted to be part of the solution to any problem that came up in the classroom. They did not respond well when strict rules attempted to be enforced upon them. After the Indigo Children, the Crystal Children appeared. These children were characterized as having magnetic personalities, highly affectionate and very much connected to animals, nature and sensitivity to the feelings of people. SO my question is, "Are the amazing acts we are witnessing by extraordinary children today, the results of these Indigo and Crystal children, living life?" AND "What are these children showing us, about how to live?"  Is there a lesson for all of us here?  These are some of the questions we'll play with today on Youth Speak!  Join us. Call in and share your views!  SHARON ANN WIKOFF is a credentialed elementary teacher, writer, radio host and motivational speaker.  She’s brought children and young people to the air in private classes as well as the public school system. She’s facilitated Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way program numerous times, nurturing individual’s creativity. She is passionate about living an authentic live and nurturing the gifts of others. 00:19:00YouthSpeaknoYouth Speak,Sharon Ann Wikoff,Indigo Children,Crystal Children,amazing childrenWelcome to Youth Speak.  As I was reflecting on the stories that have been shared this week on Youth Speak, I had a flashback.  Many years ago, my niece introduhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/04/fast-food-free-healthier-people-better-worldYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/04/fast-food-free-healthier-people-better-world/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/04/fast-food-free-healthier-people-better-worldThu, 04 Sep 2014 16:00:00 GMTFast Food Free: Healthier People, Better WorldWelcome to Youth Speak.  Today my guest is Koa Halpern.  He is 16 year old boy and resides in Denver Colorado.  In addition to being interested in astronomy, rocketry, violin-playing and art, he has been interested in opposing fast-food companies from the age of eight. Fast Food Free, my longest-lasting and most rewarding project, is a nonprofit that has convinced thousands of people to stop eating at many major fast-food chains for two weeks. This project has led to me presenting at several major venues, including Natural Products Expo West and the largest gathering of health-food suppliers in the country. Even after eight years, Fast Food Free is still going strong. Koa became interested in fast food after an exchange student asked where the nearest fast-food restaurant was immediately after she arrived in America. This made me wonder why fast food was so popular around the world. As I began to research fast food, I quickly realized that it was deeply unhealthy, both for the people who eat it and for the earth it comes from. Soon after, I started Fast Food Free, a nonprofit that became more successful than I had hoped. Soon, thousands of people had taken a two-week pledge to not eat at major fast-food restaurants. I have spent much of the last several years trying to “get the word out” about the adverse effects of fast food.   00:28:00YouthSpeaknoYouthSpeak,Voice of Change,Sharon Ann Wikoff,Koa Halpern,FastFoodFree.orgWelcome to Youth Speak.  Today my guest is Koa Halpern.  He is 16 year old boy and resides in Denver Colorado.  In addition to being interested in astronomy, rohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/03/more-amazing-children-amazing-projects-amazing-storiesYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/03/more-amazing-children-amazing-projects-amazing-stories/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/03/more-amazing-children-amazing-projects-amazing-storiesWed, 03 Sep 2014 18:00:00 GMTMore Amazing Children! Amazing Projects! Amazing Stories!As I began to research about children who were making a difference, I was overwhelmed with the difference that SO many children were making. The story I heard over and over again, is that as a young child, they saw something one day that caused them to stop and ask about the situation or person. They proceeded to take a deeper look into the situation and what they learned or saw changed the direction of their life forever. Many  of these children are still children and yet they have built a company, non-profit or project that is serving many people today!  For one child, it was seeing a homeless man; for another watching the garage truck day after day and for another it was wanting to bring joy to her grandmother. Each of these children questioned the status quo! And there was someone in their life to support their questioning and helped them to learn more!  In the future I hope to do some shows about the parent or adult "behind" these special children!  Tune in today to hear some more stories about amazing children! 00:24:00YouthSpeaknoSharon Ann Wikoff,Youth Speak,Voice of Change,children making a difference,amazing childrenAs I began to research about children who were making a difference, I was overwhelmed with the difference that SO many children were making. The story I heard ohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/02/katies-krops-feeding-the-homeless-started-with-one-40-pound-cabbageYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/02/katies-krops-feeding-the-homeless-started-with-one-40-pound-cabbage/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/02/katies-krops-feeding-the-homeless-started-with-one-40-pound-cabbageTue, 02 Sep 2014 20:30:00 GMTKatie's Krops! Feeding the Homeless started with one 40 pound cabbage!Welcome to Youth Speak!  This program is all about amazing children doing amazing things!  Things...that make the world a better place every day!  Katie Stagliano had a dream and that dream was that there were no hungry people!  Tune in and learn how one cabbage seedling from a program in her 3rd grade class in 2008, turned into a 40 pound cabbage that began her journey of serving the homeless population in her state of South Carolina. Today she is 16 years of age and her project, Katie's Krops, continues.  She says her  gardens are grown with love, help from volunteers and donations from wonderful supporters.  Would YOU like to help? Katie has a Wish List which we'll share in today's program.  00:21:00YouthSpeaknoYouth Speak,Voice of Change,Sharon Ann Wikoff,Katie Stagliano,Katie's KropsWelcome to Youth Speak!  This program is all about amazing children doing amazing things!  Things...that make the world a better place every day!  Katie Stagliahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/01/amazing-children-amazing-projects-amazing-storiesYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/01/amazing-children-amazing-projects-amazing-stories/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/youthspeak/2014/09/01/amazing-children-amazing-projects-amazing-storiesMon, 01 Sep 2014 18:00:00 GMTAmazing Children! Amazing Projects! Amazing Stories!Welcome everyone to Blog Talk Radio and Youth Speak.  I'm Sharon Ann Wikoff, producer and host of this program.  Youth Speak has been created to highlight the lives of young people 9-25 years of age, who are using their life to make a difference, standing for values that are important to them!   . During our opening week September 1 - 7th, I'll be sharing with you about various young people who are making a huge difference in the world. Some of the shows will be live interviews with these amazing young people, talking about the companies they've formed, the projects they are involved in or the values they stand for that make a difference in the world.  All of them have made a huge difference in their circles of influence in their community and sometimes, a difference world wide by standing for the principles they believe in.   SPECIAL GUEST TODAY:  Abigail Lupi will be my guest today. She created a group of 13 girls between the ages of 6 and 13 and performed at assisted-living centers. This all began because of her deep connection to her great-grandmother. Tune in and learn more about her amazing story!  SHARON ANN WIKOFF is a credentialed elementary teacher, consultant, writer, radio host and motivational speaker specializing in the fields of parenting,  self-esteem and personal transformation.  She began her radio programming at KGGV in 2006 in the city of Guerneville in California, creating the Family Hour and Kids Hour. She’s been with Blog Talk Radio since 2008 and produces and hosts the show the Voice of Change, with some shows having over 10,000 downloads.  She is passionate about empowering young people to follow their heart, their ideas and their visions!  Sharon can be reached at SharonAnnWikoff@gmail.com 00:25:00YouthSpeaknoVoice of Change,Youth Speak,Sharon Ann Wikoff,empowered children,Making a differenceWelcome everyone to Blog Talk Radio and Youth Speak.  I'm Sharon Ann Wikoff, producer and host of this program.  Youth Speak has been created to highlight the l