Talking Facs

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Dr. Alaine Reschke-Henandez, Assistant Professor of Music Therapy and Affiliate Faculty in Gerontology, and Erica Gabriel, Doctoral Candidate in Musical Arts, Alltech Scholarship Recipient, and Lyman T. Johnson Fellow Episode 10, Season 4 Our guests, Dr. Reschke-Hernandez and Erica Gabriel discuss how music therapy can impact the lives of those who are experiencing many different life situations.  Dr. Reschke-Hernandez also explains an study that is currently being conducted in conjunction with the College of Social Work to explore how music can impact the lives of older adults.  If you or someone you know would be interested in participating in the study, contact Dr. Allison Gibson through the email or phone number provided below.  

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Karen Hill, Kentucky Extension Homemaker President and Kelly May, KEHA State Advisor The Kentucky Extension Homemaker Association is leading, learning and serving in communities across Kentucky.  As we celebrate KEHA Week, KEHA President Karen Hill and Kelly May share about the benefits of being a member and getting involved in this vibrant organization. Special Edition Episode, Season 4 To find out about KEHA in your county, visit: Local county websiteKEHA websiteKEHA Facebook page @OfficialKEHA

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Dr. Nichole Huff, Extension Specialist for Family Finance and Resource Management Creating goals for building savings is a great way to ensure that you actually do it!  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff shares tips and tricks for finding extra money to add to savings.  She advocates for breaking down savings goals into manageable chunks. Special Edition Episode: MoneyWi$e 5, Season 4 For more information about MoneyWi$e habits, visit: MoneyWi$e Newsletter MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Jim Hartsfield, E. Preston Hicks Endowed Professor of Orthodontics and Oral Health Research, UK College of Dentistry KY Smiles Episode 1 Welcome to the latest Talking FACS collaboration, Kentucky Smiles on Talking FACS.  Through these podcast shows, presented in partnership with the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, we will share important topics and issues related to dental health. On this episode, Dr. Jim Hartsfield shares information about genetic conditions that affect our teeth and mouth.  He explains dental problems that many people experience but may not have realized were related to genetics. For more information: Dr. Jim Hartsfield Faculty & Staff | The College of Dentistry Dentistry | UK HealthCare UK Dentistry on Facebook UK Dentistry on Twitter Related articles: Tooth Agenesis - NORD (National Organization of Rare Disorders) Abnormalities of Tee

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Kerri Ashurst, Extension Specialist for Family and Relationship Development and Tyrone Atkinson, Program Coordinator for Family and Consumer Sciences Episode 9, Season 4 As temperatures cool with the advent of fall, there is no better time to be outdoors.  Spending time outdoors can be rejuvenating and is good for our mental and physical health.  Dr. Kerri Ashurst and Tyrone Atkinson share tips for strengthening family relationships while boosting your mental health by spending time in the great outdoors.   

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Paul Norrod, Extension Specialist for Rural Health and Safety Episode 8, Season 4 National Farm Safety and Health Week This year, we celebrate annual farm safety week from September 19-25, to raise awareness about farm safety issues across the state and country. While farm safety and mental health are important topics every day, this week serves to shed light on the unique challenges farmers experience as they produce food, fiber, and fuel for us every day. During National Farm Safety and Health Week, we want to highlight the importance of mental health by reflecting on five key goals: Recognize rural mental health challenges Identify farm stress Understand how stress affects our brain and body Learn how to cope with stress Build skills to handle mental health challenges Visit your local county Extension office or click the links below to learn more abou

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Kelly May, Senior Extension Associate for Family Finance and Resource Management Episode 7, Season 4 Families with children may be finding more money in their bank accounts these days thanks to advance payments of the Child Tax Credit.  Kelly May joins Dr. Jennifer Hunter to talk about these payments, a feature of the American Recovery Act and how they will impact 2021 taxes. For more information, visit: IRS Advance Child Tax Credit Payments

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health Special Edition Series - Cancer Conversations Episode 27 Blood Cancer Awareness Month is celebrated every September to raise awareness of the types of cancer that affect the vascular system.  Due to a technical issue our friends at Markey were not able to join us this month, but our own Dr. Natalie Jones, is joining the podcast to provide education about these types of cancer. Connect with the UK Markey Center: Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Dr. Nichole Huff, Extension Specialist for Family Finance and Resource Management, Joe Wilcox, KY Saves 529 Institutional Relationship Manager, with Ascensus Government Savings No matter how old or how young your children may be, it is never too early to start saving for their future educational plans.  The KY 529 Savings Plan is an easy way to save so that when the time comes, your family is ready! Special Edition Episode: MoneyWi$e 3, Season 4 For more information about Kentucky Saves visit: KY Saves Website For more information about MoneyWi$e, visit: MoneyWi$e Newsletter MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health Episode 6, Season 4 Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) are all around us and they affect our health, just as what we eat, how we exercise, or what health conditions we might experience.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Natalie Jones breaks down the Social Determinants of Health into smaller information chunks to make them easier to process and help us think about ways we can use the information to impact our lives. For more information: Explore the CDC: Social Determinants of Health: Know What Affects Health HealthyPeople.gov. Social Determinants of Health Healthy People 2030, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

Host: Mindy McCulley, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Episode 5, Season 4 COVID-19 has impacted all facets of our lives, but those who are living with various addictions have experienced the worldwide pandemic in ways that others simply cannot imagine.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Alex Elswick shares the real implications COVID-19 has had on the lives of those living with addiction.  

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health Episode 4, Season 4 COVID-19 Infections are rising all across Kentucky.  If you have already vaccinated - we are proud of you!  Share this show with family and friends to encourage them to join you among the ranks of the vaccinated.  Together we can beat this virus!  Dr. Natalie Jones answers some frequently asked questions that people may have about the virus and the vaccines. To see the percentage of people in your county who have been vaccinated click the link below.  Once you have accessed the website, then click on the county of your choice and the relevant statistics will pop up. Kentucky COVID-19 Vaccination Dashboard

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Jenny DeLap, Senior Social Worker, Psych-Oncology Services, Markey Cancer Center Special Edition Series - Cancer Conversations Episode 26 If you have just gotten a cancer diagnosis, there are many questions probably swarming through your mind.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Jenny Delap from the Markey Cancer Center is going to talk about those questions.  She will share with Dr. Jennifer Hunter the important discussions people recently diagnosed with cancer need to have with their loved ones and with their oncology team. Connect with the UK Markey Center: Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Jeanne Badgett, Senior Extension Associate for Clothing, Textiles, and Household Equipment Episode 3, Part 2, Season 4 Finding comfortable and durable sheets can sometimes be a challenge.  This week on Talking FACS, Jeanne Badgett shares tips for ensuring that your nightly sleep is the best that it can be when it starts with a great set of sheets.

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Jeanne Badgett, Senior Extension Associate for Clothing, Textiles, and Household Equipment Episode 3, Part 1, Season 4 Finding comfortable and durable sheets can sometimes be a challenge.  This week on Talking FACS, Jeanne Badgett shares tips for ensuring that your nightly sleep is the best that it can be when it starts with a great set of sheets.

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Kelly May, Senior Extension Associate for Family Finance and Resource Management Special Edition Episode: MoneyWi$e Identity theft is very common and is often the most reported type of fraud complaint received by enforcement agencies such as the Federal Trade Commission.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Kelly May shares with Dr. Jennifer Hunter, tips for protecting your information so that it will not be as easy for those with criminal intent to access and steal your identity. For more information, visit: MoneyWi$e Newsletter MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health Episode 2, Season 4 World Breastfeeding Week (WBW), a global campaign to raise awareness and galvanize action on themes related to breastfeeding, begins on Sunday and runs all next week.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking shares the importance of breastfeeding for infants, their mothers and the community at large.  For more information, visit: Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Families - Division of Maternal and Child Health La Leche League

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. David Weisenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development Episode 1, Season 4 When children reach the driving milestone age, it can be both an exciting and frightening time for parents.  Dr. David Weisenhorn shares timely tips for making this period as stress-free as it possibly can be for both child and parents. For additional information: Governors Highway Safety Association    

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Joan Scales, Senior Social Worker, Psych-Oncology Services, Markey Cancer Center Special Edition Series - Cancer Conversations Episode 25 Talking with children about a cancer diagnosis will rank among most difficult conversations.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Joan Scales from Markey Cancer Center explores the importance of communication.  She shares tips with Dr. Jennifer Hunter for making these discussions more natural and comfortable, even if not easy.  Connect with the UK Markey Center: Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey

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 Special Edition Episode: MoneyWi$e New cars are scarce right now, so if you are in the market for a new vehicle you might find your options limited.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff shares tips to consider in this current car market.  MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Newsletter MoneyWi$e Facebook Page