Loud Enough Podcast
Loud Enough: is a podcast from the Teen Action and Support Center that creates space for honest dialogue about what teens are really facing today. This podcast is hosted by Dawn Spragg, MS, LPC, CEO of TASC and will include teens, parents and caregivers, community partners, and trusted experts. Each episode will aim to elevate teen voices and explore practical, compassionate ways to support them. Through real stories and thoughtful conversation, Loud Enough invites families and communities to move beyond fear and judgment toward connection, understanding, and hope. This podcast is for anyone who believes teens deserve to be heard, supported, and empowered as we build a healthier, more positive youth development narrative—together.
Episodes
4 episodes
Ep. 4 - Full Circle Service: Helping Teens Find Their Voice
A lot of people still treat teen community service like a chore or a consequence. We see something different: volunteering is one of the fastest ways for teenagers to build purpose, empathy, and real-life skills that stick. Dawn Spragg sits dow...
Ep. 3 - Making and Investment in Teen Lives
Teen life isn’t noisy, it’s deafening. Between social media pressure, constant comparison, academic strain, and invisible grief, many teens carry more than adults realize. We invited a seasoned parent and financial planner who’s also a former b...
Ep. 2 - Northwest Arkansas Goes All In for Teens
Want to see what happens when a city decides teens truly matter? We pull back the curtain on two decades of work at the Teen Action and Support Center and show how Northwest Arkansas is moving beyond labels to real support. Our focus is simple ...
Ep. 1 - Stop Scrolling, Start Listening: A New Year with TASC
Ever wonder what teens actually want from a new year? We kick off Loud Enough by asking them directly, and the answers might surprise you. Think more sleep, less scrolling, better friendships, small wins that build momentum, and a deeper sense ...