We introduce Sarah Hill, the CEO and Chief Storyteller at StoryUP. StoryUP is a data driven empathy agency designed to give you virtual escapes into stress relief and mental healing. In addition to being the CEO of this company, Sarah is also a 12-time mid-America Emmy award-winning storyteller with VR work that spans 5 continents. She shares the background of the technology, as well as an outlook on their expectations moving forward. Thanks for listening.

We introduce Diego Galicia, a videographer who works for Mizzou Athletics and the Kansas City Chiefs. Diego discusses making connections in the creative space, interactions with athletes, and gives advice for aspiring video editors. He's got some awesome stories that we loved hashing out with him, including a time when his boss with the Chiefs got him out of an exam. His humility and personality make them even more enjoyable to hear.

The Link is a new series that the RYP has been working on this semester. The goal of The Link is to bridge passion with reality. We want to present subjects who are using their natural gifts to create massive opportunities for themselves.  Our second episode features Patrick Scott, a local musician in Columbia. Scott discusses the formation of his sound, as well as the experience of building a following from almost nothing. The story of his rise is one that most people can relate too. He...

The Link is a new series that the RYP has been working on this semester. The goal of The Link is to bridge passion with reality. We want to present subjects who are using their natural gifts to create massive opportunities for themselves. We are excited to release the content we have been working on for the past couple of months. Our first episode features Kyle Gunby, a copywriter for Fusion92 in Chicago. Kyle took his interest in broadcasting, improv, and creative writing to mold himself...

Our Student Series seeks to impart practical knowledge for Mizzou students trying to build their leadership skills through the University. This episode features a double-header. Our second episode features our very own Madison Koble, the president of the Digital Story Telling Club. We are biased, but we think she is an incredible human being. She talks with Garrett Tiehes about staying motivated, how to stay "sane," and staying passionate in the face of adversity. She offers useful advice on...

Our Student Series seeks to impart practical knowledge for Mizzou students trying to build their leadership skills through the University. This episode features a double-header. Our first episode is of Ben Kochuyt, a journalism student who works for MOJO ad. He talks with Drew Bradley about studying abroad and how he rose to a leadership position on his team. Thanks for listening.

We introduce a new segment of The RYP: The Fade, a barbershop style conversation that centers on telling the stories of athletes around Mizzou's campus. The Fade has a duel purpose. We want to introduce the athletes we interview as the people that they are. We want to give you the ability to connect to them as individuals to inspire more reason to cheer for them on the court. Secondly, we would like to present the lessons that they have learned through the process of becoming D1 athletes. In...

For this episode of the Relevant Youth Podcast, we sit down with Evelyn Magley, the first African-American and woman to own a professional sports league. She is joined by her husband and former National Basketball League of Canada commissioner David Magley. Together, they’ve created The Basketball League, an 11-team professional basketball league throughout the United States. The Basketball League is truly unlike any other, and will strive to put the community first, as well as providing...

Welcome to season 2 episode 3 of the Relevant Youth Podcast. This podcast was one of the coolest episodes that we’ve had to date. We talk on the phone with Grammy Award nominated artist Sofi Tukker. The duo has had a skyrocket rise to prominence in the dance music scene. They have had two songs featured in Apple commercials and recently released their first album Treehouse. In this interview, they discuss the inspiration behind their music, their unique partnership, and struggle to describe...

Lost in the Sauce is a specialty sauce store located on Mizzou's campus. They strive to offer a variety of delicious sauces from around the world to their customers. In this episode, we sample some of their hottest items. We had a blast shooting this episode. Thanks for listening.

We kick off this semester by introducing Ukatsu, a local gaming organization in Columbia. Ukatsu helps young gamers thrive through competition and recreational play. Their perspective on the future of gaming and child development is revolutionary, and starting to catch fire around the country. Thanks for listening.

Dr. Mun Choi is the president of the University of Missouri System, an academic umbrella that has campuses in Columbia, St. Louis, Kansas City, and Rolla.  He discusses how he has sought to draw the focus of the University back to the students. He shares how his experience in the past has developed his plan for the future. Thanks for listening.

Tiana Glass is the founder of Black Honey Bee Cosmetics, a business founded to empower individuals to be clean and seen. She discusses the link between the body and soul when healing from trauma. She also illustrates her experience as a black woman in an industry dominated by white faces. Thanks for listening.

Lucky Ogbomo plays basketball at Columbia University and is the founder of Ogbomo Fitness. He discusses how an emphasis on physical fitness can translate positively into the rest of your life. He places a particular importance on having a strong state of mind. Drew Brad Bradley facilitates this discussion.

Riley de Leon is the founder of Kolu, an app that connects travelers to residents of destination cities. Riley is also a two-time author, and has founded two non-profit organizations. Despite all of this success, he has learned the most from his failures.

Marquise White is the founder of Greens Co., a clothing company in Columbia, Missouri. He tells the story of his journey through the ranks at Mizzou into the business world. Drew Bradley facilitates this discussion. 

Roo is a company that connects people who have extra space to those who need short term storage. Three former Mizzou athletes have taken what they learned on the playing field and infused it into their professional careers. Learn about what it takes to surround yourself with people who will push you to be the best version of yourself.

Bea Doheny, founder of Astronobeads, is a student entrepreneur at the University of Missouri. After establishing a solid business model in high school, Doheny has effectively utilized social media and connections to facilitate the company's prominence. In this episode, she shares her experiences and lessons.