Because We Said So
Because We Said So is a youth-centered podcast from Girls Inc. of Santa Fe that tackles the real issues young people care about—directly from their perspective. Hosted by Madonna Hernandez, each episode features conversations with youth and local experts on topics like identity, mental health, advocacy, and joy. It's bold, honest, and driven by the voices of a generation that refuses to wait their turn.
Episodes
6 episodes
Small Towns, Big Futures
What does it mean to dream big when you come from a small town? In this episode, Ruby Reyes Tapia and Isabella Willard (joining from Panama) share how growing up in Santa Fe shaped their sense of possibility and how they’ve learned to carve the...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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39:36
No Voice Too Small
In this episode of Because We Said So, two of our younger Girls Inc. participants, Cora and Amaya, share what advocacy means to them and how kids can use their voices for change. From playground fairness to everyday courage, they prove you’re n...
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Episode 5
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22:31
Into the Wild: What Leadership Really Looks Like
What does real leadership look like on the trail? Girls Inc. youth Lidah and alum Jasmyn share what they’ve learned. From facing fears to finding strength—through Girls enCourage and NOLS.
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Episode 4
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34:00
My Body, My Choice: Navigating Identity and Health
How do we talk to young people about autonomy, identity, and boundaries -- honestly and with care?Madonna sits down with Jess Clark, host of Both/And: A Sexual Violence Prevention Podcast, to explore what it means to support youth in own...
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Episode 3
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28:29
Why You Should Listen to Youth Voices
In the premiere of Because We Said So, host Madonna Hernandez talks with advocate and Girls Inc. of Santa Fe alum, Lila Quezada, about why youth voices aren’t just important -- they’re essential. From being dismissed to driving change,...
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Episode 2
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25:01