Talking Facs

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Melissa Hounshell, UK Markey Cancer Center Community Outreach Director and Melanie Hunter, Outreach Coordinator Special Edition Series – Cancer Conversations Episode 15 We all know that cancer is a disease that touches nearly every Kentuckian, but did you know that there are several free screening opportunities offered in communities across the state?  On this edition of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter explores the many opportunities available to Kentuckians with the director and coordinator of outreach at UK Markey Cancer Center, Melissa Hounshell and Melanie Hunter. For more information: Kentucky Cancer Link 1-877-597-4655 (toll free) or email melissa.hounshell@uky.edu or melanie.hunter@uky.edu   Full episode transcript

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health Episode 36, Season 2 Finding healthy eating options when you are out and about can sometimes be a challenge.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Dr. Courtney Luecking to explore ways to head off what can sometimes be an obstacle to making healthier eating choices. Talking FACS Survey Do you like the podcast?  Do you have a show suggestion? Click the link to take a survey and get an entry into a prize drawing for this bucket filled with UK goodies. . Full episode transcript

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health Episode 35, Season 2 COPD is a disease that many people have but may not even realize they have it.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Natalie Hunter to gain an understanding of COPD, which affects many Kentuckians.  They explore some of the symptoms and steps you can take to prevent the disease. Full episode transcript Talking FACS Survey Do you like the podcast?  Do you have a show suggestion? Click the link to take a survey! 

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 34, Season 2 It's still cold outside, but now is the time to start planning for summer vacations.  Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Kelly May to discuss great ways to save money and get the best deals on your family vacations, whether they are in spring, summer, fall or winter. For more information: MoneyWi$e Newsletters - The newsletters in June and August, 2018 and May 2016 offer related tips for vacation planning. Full episode transcript

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guests:  Caroline Francis, Director of Alumni Career Services and Amanda Schagane, Associate Director of Alumni Career Services Episode 33, Season 2 Whether you are new to the job search or have a wide range of experience, your resume is a potential employer's first opportunity to get a "look" at you!  Dr. Caroline Francis and Amanda Schagane from Alumni Career Services return to talk with Dr. Jennifer Hunter about ways to keep your resume relevant and fresh so that you will catch the eye of employers. Visit Alumni Career Services online. full episode transcript

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Michael Cavnar, Surgical Oncologist and Assistant Professor of Surgery, UK Markey Cancer Center Special Edition Series – Cancer Conversations Episode 14 Many people are familiar with breast cancer or lung cancer because it seems that we hear about it frequently.  But, pancreatic cancer is the 4th most common cancer in men and women.  In this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Dr. Michael Cavnar sits down with Dr. Jennifer Hunter to talk about pancreatic cancer.  He shares some of the warning signs, as well as, information about post-diagnosis and treatment teams.  Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center: Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey   Full episode transcript

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Kerri Ashurst, Extension Specialist for Family and Relationship Development Episode 32, Season 2 Whether you call it SAD or the Winter Blues or simply feeling down, seasonal depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder is an issue for many people.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Dr. Kerri Ashurst to explore some techniques for combating the effects of seasonal depression.  For further information: Mental Health America|S.A.D. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 Helping A Loved One Cope with S.A.D. Self Care for the Winter Blues   Full episode transcript  

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Ellen Hahn, Professor and Director,  BREATHE (Bridging Research Efforts and Advocacy Toward Healthy Environments)  Program University of Kentucky College of Nursing and Director of UK CARES (Center for Appalachian Research in Environmental Sciences) Episode 31, Season 2 How much do you know about radon?  In this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Dr. Ellen Hahn to talk all about radon.  How radon gets into our homes, how radon can impact our health, how to get your home tested for radon and who to call to help you get rid of it, are all part of this important discussion. For more information: BREATHE|See Blue Quick Facts about Radon County Radon Data   Full episode transcript

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health Episode 30, Season 2 When your children ask for something to drink, what is your go to?  In this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking sits down with Dr. Jennifer Hunter to share drinks that should be first choice drinks for your little ones.  Whether you are a parent, a grandparent, or a caregiver this important discussion will provide guidance about  the drinks and nourishment you provide to growing bodies. Full episode transcript

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 29, Season 2 Now is a great time to start planning for the distribution of your assets after you have passed away.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter and Kelly May, talk about the considerations you'll want to reflect on to ensure that everything goes the way you intend.  It's never too early to start estate planning. Full episode transcript

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health Episode 28, Season 2 Finding time to get a nutritious and delicious dinner on the table can sometimes be a challenge.  In this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf shares some of her favorite strategies for simple dinners with Dr. Jennifer Hunter.  Listen in and get some great ideas for feeding your family in the new year. Full episode transcript

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. David Weisenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development Episode 27, Season 2 Helping children feel comforted when separated from their parents is sometimes tricky (for the parents, too), but in this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. David Weisenhorn sits down with Dr. Jennifer Hunter to explore some of the reason for the anxiety.  He also share tips for helping children overcome this fear.  Full episode transcript

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Emily Marcinkowski, Surgical Oncologist, UK Markey Cancer Center Special Edition Series – Cancer Conversations Episode 13 In this final episode of Cancer Conversations for 2019, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down again with Dr. Emily Marcinkowski to talk about Oncofertility.  While this might not be a term with which you are familiar, the concept of preserving fertility through cancer treatment should be on the minds of any young person (or the parents of any young person) going through treatment for this disease.  Listen and learn. We certainly did! Full episode transcript

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest:  Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Episode 26, Season 2 More commonly known as Syringe Exchange programs, these are programs that support the safe access to syringes for those who use intravenous drugs.  Alex Elswick, sits down with Dr. Jennifer Hunter to share that research shows that having safe access programs does not increase drug use in a community, but it does reduce the harm that can come to those who use.  Listen in to this episode of Talking FACS and learn about these programs and the impacts they can make in communities. Full episode transcript

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Natalie Jones, Extension Specialist for Family Health Episode 25, Season 2 Learning your family health history is important to your own health.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with our Family Health Specialist, Natalie Jones, to discuss why it is so important for you to know about the significant health events that have occurred in your family tree.  Listen in; then sit down with your family and talk about your health! My Family Health Portrait Full episode transcript

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Kayla Godbey, Family and Consumer Sciences State Program Consultant, KY Department of Education Episode 24, Season 2 Tuesday, December 3rd, is FCS Day.  All across Kentucky, we're celebrating Dining in for FCS Day with a taco fiesta.  But first, Kayla Godbey (FCS State Program Consultant) is going to share with Dr. Jennifer Hunter about all the exciting things that are happening in Family and Consumer Sciences in secondary education in counties all throughout the Bluegrass State.  So join in as we "taco 'bout FCS!"     Full episode transcript

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support and Jeanne Badgett, Senior Extension Associate for Clothing, Textiles, and Household Equipment Episode 23, Season 2 In this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter sits down with Mindy McCulley and Jeanne Badgett to discuss tips for dressing professionally.  Whether interviewing for a job or simply representing yourself and your company at work, the way you dress is impactful.  Take time to nurture your professional image through the way you present yourself. Full episode transcript

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Holly Stilz, Physician’s Assistant, UK Healthcare in Cardiothoracic Surgery Special Edition Series – Cancer Conversations Episode 12 The Lung Nodule Clinic at the University of Kentucky is a unique resource for Kentuckians.  In this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Holly Stilz shares with Dr. Jennifer Hunter about the incidence of lung cancer in Kentucky and the specialized services that people can receive at the clinic. For more information: Navigating Tough Situations Followup Care is Important Full episode transcript  

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Jordan Miller, Thoracic Surgeon and Assistant Professor of Surgery, UK College of Medicine Special Edition Series – Cancer Conversations Episode 11 November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month.  This week, on Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, we are going to visit with some of the experts in the field about prevention and treatment!  Today, Dr. Jennifer Hunter visits with Dr. Jordan Miller from the UK College of Medicine.  He shares statistics about the incidence of Lung Cancer in Kentucky as well as some screening options that you might want to talk about with your doctor if you have smoked in the past or are currently smoking. Full Episode Transcript Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health Episode 22, Season 2   Now is a great time to talk about herbs and spices with all the food preparation that will be happening during the next few weeks! On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Jennifer Hunter and Dr. Heather Norman-Burgdolf talk about all the many ways that you can expand your spice cabinet to introduce new flavors and perhaps replace some of the more high calorie flavorings on which we tend to rely. Savor the Flavor: Seasoning with Spices Savor the Flavor: Building Flavors with Herbs Full episode transcript