Talking Facs

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: Annhall Norris, Extension Specialist for Food Safety and Preservation Season 6, Episode 18 If "baking spirits bright" is in the plans during the next few weeks, you might want to listen to this episode of Talking FACS first.  Annhall Norris shares important information regarding the cookie dough, or rather the flour that you will use to prepare the cookie dough, that might be new information for you!  Keep your family safe and healthy during this season of delights for the taste buds! To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram FCS Learning Channel

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: LaToya Drake, Program Coordinator, Kentucky Nutrition Education Program Season 6, Episode 17 Finding a delicious, easy-to-prepare, budget friendly recipe to serve your family is as easy as opening up the 2024 Nutrition Education Program Food and Nutrition Calendar.  On this episode of Talking FACS, LaToya Drake, NEP Program Coordinator, shares tips for using the Food and Nutrition Calendar to plan meals and grocery shopping activities. Find the 2024 NEP Food and Nutrition Calendars at your local UK Cooperative Extension Office. Kentucky Extension Offices   To connect with the KY Nutrition Education Program Plan Eat Move Website KYNEP on Facebook To connect with FCS Extension: UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram FCS Learning Channel

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Mark Evers, MD, FACS, Director, UK Markey Cancer Center Cancer Conversations Episode 48 What does it mean when a cancer center, such as Markey, receives the comprehensive cancer center designation?  How does being a comprehensive cancer center impact the work being done at Markey?  Does having a comprehensive cancer center have significant implications for Kentucky? Listen to this episode of Cancer Conversations, as Dr. Mark Evers answers these questions and more. Connect with the UK Markey Cancer 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:  Miranda Bejda, Graduate Assistant for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Season 6, Episode 16 Sending and receiving money is simple with cash transfer apps.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Miranda Bejda shares tips for ensuring that your money goes exactly where you want it to go.  She also provides information about protecting your identity and money, while using the apps. For more information about this and other MoneyWi$e topics, visit: MoneyWi$e Newsletter MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: Terri Weber, Elder Care Specialist with UK Human Resources Elder Care Season 6, Episode 15 November is National Caregivers Month and National Alzheimer's Awareness Month.  In recognition of these two annual observances, UK Elder Care and UK Sanders Brown Center on Aging are hosting Dementia Caregivers Week November 8-10, with a series of webinars designed to give support to caregivers.  For more information about Dementia Caregivers Week visit: Dementia Caregivers Week UK Human Resources|Elder Care To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram    

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Emily Blevins, DMD, Assistant Professor of Adult Dentistry, UK College of Dentistry Kentucky Smiles Episode 25 Dental anxiety is a problem that plagues many people.  On this episode of Kentucky Smiles, Dr. Emily Blevins shares strategies for combating anxiety. She also discuss the benefits of sedation dentistry for certain people. Connect with the UK College of Dentistry by clicking any of the links below: Dentistry | UK HealthCare UK Dentistry on Facebook UK Dentistry on Twitter  

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development   Season 6, Episode 14 Halloween gives children the opportunity to explore their communities dressed in fun costumes and a few simple guidelines can help families ensure that it is also a safe experience.  Dr. David Weisenhorn provides tips related to costumes, the physical environment and relationships to ensure that the holiday will be memorable for all the right reasons. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Norah Charles, L.Ac. and Dennis Kim, L.Ac., Integrative Medicine and Health, UK Healthcare Cancer Conversations Episode 47 Acupuncture is a centuries old treatment for many ailments.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Norah Charles and Dennis Kim, Licensed Acupuncturists share common uses for acupuncture and what to expect during and after a treatment. Connect with Integrative Medicine and Health Online Integrative Medicine and Health Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Season 6, Episode 13 The recent cooler weather brings the promise of much colder temperatures to come.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking reminds us that when it comes to outdoor play, there is no such thing as bad weather if we are properly prepared.  She shares tips for ensuring that children can play outdoors in all seasons with the right clothing choices. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guests:  Miranda Bejda, Graduate Assistant for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Season 6, Episode 12 When people want to maximize the productivity, whether at home or at work, one of the ways to make a major impact is to prioritize organization. Your calendar and spaces can become overly cluttered which might cause you to feel at loose ends and unable to complete any task effectively.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Miranda Bejda share tips for organizing your time and space for maximum productivity. For more information about this topic and other MoneyWi$e topics, visit: MoneyWi$e Newsletter MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

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 Season 6, Episode 11 Successful recovery from substance abuse depends on many factors.  One important component of successful recovery for many substance users is having a job or career.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Alex Elswick shares about what recovery in the workplace looks like for employers, employees, and the families of those who suffer from this disease. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Season 6, Episode 10 The title for this episode might make you think we are planning ahead for Halloween on Talking FACS, but really we are chatting with Dr. Courtney Luecking about the essential nutrients needed for healthy development of baby brains during pregnancy.  Fetal brain development is rapid throughout pregnancy and lays the foundation for a child’s growth and development. Understanding which nutrients support fetal brain development and health in pregnancy can help expectant parents make nutrition choices that have lasting positive impact for their child. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Carrie Seiter and Dindy Yokel, Mind Body Movement Coordinators, Integrative Medicine and Health, UK Healthcare Cancer Conversations Episode 46 Yoga has many positive benefits for our health.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Dindy Yokel and Carrie Seiter from Integrative Medicine and Health discuss how stress relief and relaxation can benefit our overall well being. Connect with Integrative Medicine and Health Online Integrative Medicine and Health Email Connect with the UK Markey Cancer 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 Season 6, Episode 9 While many expenses are rising, the cost of homeowners' insurance is facing added cost increases in Kentucky due to two natural disasters hitting our state within less than one year and the rising cost of raw materials due to inflation.  On this episode of MoneWi$e on Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff share tips for saving on your homeowners' insurance premiums to help ease your budget for this costly but necessary expense. For more information about this topic and other MoneyWi$e topics, visit: MoneyWi$e Newsletter MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Facebook Page

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development   Season 6, Episode 8 Social media seems to be everywhere but its use by our youth has reached epic proportions.  On this episode of Talking FACS, we continue the discussion with Dr. David Weisenhorn about the prevalence of social media use by our youth and the impact that it is having on their well being.  He shares guidance for parents about solutions to mitigate the effects of social media use on children's mental health. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development   Season 6, Episode 7 Social media seems to be everywhere but its use by our youth has reached epic proportions.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. David Weisenhorn shares alarming statistics about the prevalence of social media use by our youth and the impact that it is having on their well being. To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health   Season 6, Episode 6 Encouraging your children to try new foods is sometimes a daunting task.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking provides tips and strategies to make the new food transition smooth. Don't get discouraged or give up -  sometimes new food needs to be offered 10 to 15 times before your child decides it is good! To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram Going on NOW - Eating Over the Rainbow Challenge  

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Lauren Carney, Physical Therapist, UK Healthcare Living with the after effects of many cancer treatments can cause problems with pelvic health.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations, Lauren Carney shares strategies for overcoming pelvic health challenges to resume an improved quality of life. She also discusses other diagnoses that may affect the pelvic area and how therapy can provide comfort. For more information about Pelvic Health Physical Therapy: Life after Cancer: The Role of Pelvic Physical Therapy Radiation Therapy for Endometrial Cancer Radiation Therapy for Vaginal Cancer Connect with the UK Markey Cancer Center: Online Markey Cancer Center On Facebook @UKMarkey On Twitter @UKMarkey

Hosts: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky and Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health Guests: A panel of young friends and their moms Season 6, Episode 5 If you have been listening to Talking FACS for any period of time, you already know that eating a variety of fruits and vegetables ensures that your body is getting the necessary nutrients for growth and development.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Courtney and Mindy visit with a panel of young friends to discover their thoughts on eating a rainbow of fruits and vegetables!  This show supports our Eating Over the Rainbow Challenge as well as Farmers Market Week! To connect with FCS Extension: Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Website FCS Facebook FCS Instagram  

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Kelly May, Senior Extension Associate for Family Finance and Resource Management Season 6, Episode 4 Back-to-School has many parents seeing dollar signs wherever they look.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Kelly May share strategies for easing the financial burden that often accompanies the return school for children all across the Commonwealth. For more information about this topic and other MoneyWi$e topics, visit: MoneyWi$e Newsletter MoneyWi$e Website MoneyWi$e Facebook Page