Teens form of communication = Texting, Facebook, Twitter & Instagram,  Social Media and cellphones are taking over the voice of teens in my generation. Rebecca Moore, a guidance counselor in Maine and I will be discussing the dangerous aspects of these social media outlets. Listen in as we uncover the "secret apps" teens are using to meet strangers,  and texting apps being used so parents can't view their cell activity. With the increase in abductions, this show is a must listen for...

Cylk Cozart, Director, Producer, Actor, Mentor and Humanitarian speaks candidly about his struggles growing up in the Tennessee Smokey Mountains. With over 30 movie credits, commercials, and videos Cylk's inspirational story will motivate you to get out there and make your dreams come true. Small town boy to Hollywood Star ~ This fairytale doesn't come without trials and tribulations. Cylk Cozart - One of the greatest human beings on this Earth. 

  Ellen Hopkins is the New York Times bestselling author of Crank, Burned, Impulse, Glass, Identical, Tricks,Fallout, Perfect, Triangles, Tilt, and Collateral. She lives in Carson City, Nevada, with her husband and son. Hopkin's Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Pinterest pages get thousands of hits from teens who claim Hopkins is the "only one who understands me", and she can be visited at ellenhopkins.com   Ellen joins Lauren as they discuss her inspiration for writing "Crank" and  her personal...

  Adiba Nelson’s sincere, easy narrative is a heartfelt exploration of patience, acceptance and understanding—a most perfect way to introduce the concept of special needs to young children. ClaraBellBlue’s abilities make it plain: “Everything you can do, I can do, too—let’s play!” What a delicious message to spread far and wide. Adiba’s deft touch does a fine job of delivering. —Denene Millner, New York Times bestselling author and founder of MyBrownBaby.com.   Elizabeth Traub has spent the...

Kate MacHugh is 24 years old and lives in Barnegat, NJ. She is an author and professional speaker on girl bullying. Kate authored the book; Ugly: The Story of a Bullied Girl available through YouthLight Inc. Kate suffered for six years at the hands of her peers as a victim of bullying. She was harassed, humiliated, and physically assaulted. She was the subject of vicious rumors, exclusion, and was cyberbullied. Lauren and Kate will be asking the question, Who are you calling UGLY? 

Eighteen year old Mariah Padilla speaks candidly with Lauren telling her story of teen pregnancy at the age of 15 and what her life is like as a teen mom.  Three-quarters of a million teens between 15 and 19 become pregnant each year.  Being a teen mom is becoming a "trend" in my generation. Social Media pics of pregnant teen girls have become the norm. Listen in with Lauren and Mariah - REAL TALK, REAL TEENS REAL LIFE  

Lauren Galley and her guest Michelle Phillips, Celebrity Makeup Artist, Life Coach, and award winning author with her latest release  "The Beauty Blueprint" will be discussing the pressures to be perfect. Teens are facing tough pressures in our media driven society to look perfect. Michelle and Lauren are going to take charge of this issue and help teens feel and look their best.