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In this episode of LOVE Girls the Podcast, River Action co-founder and executive director Kathy Wine shares her expert insight as part of the three-part series, Rooted: Girls, the River and the Fight for Environmental Justice, sponsored by the Quad Cities Community Foundation’s annual QC River Connections grant. As one of River Action’s three original founders, Kathy gets real about how Mississippi River recreation inspires more than just river-connected fun: It also inspires communities to keep its local rivers and waterways clean — fostering environmental advocacy that will benefit generations to come.Hosted by: Jasmine Babers Gunn and Kayla Babers, with teen hosts Tamiah Rogers, Illiana Ambriz, and Her Voice Media intern Amiyah Woods.

In this episode of LOVE Girls the Podcast, youth environmental activist Nicolina Pappas speaks out as part of the three-part series, Rooted: Girls, the River and the Fight for Environmental Justice. Her journey began at just eight years old when she encountered a turtle with a straw stuck in its nose. That moment opened her eyes to the impact of pollution and inspired her to become a voice for environmental protection.Hosted by: Jasmine Babers Gunn and Kayla Babers, with teen host Satara Masengarb and intern Amiyah Woods.

What happens when pollution flows downstream into our communities? Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Art Cullen joins Rooted: Girls, the River, and the Fight for Environmental Justice to talk about how he uncovered the truth about agricultural pollution in Iowa's rivers and why clean water matters to everyone. Hosted by Kayla Babers and Jasmine Babers-Gunn.

Charlotte Boyer joins LOVE Girls the Podcast to talk about her unforgettable experience on The Voice, the lessons she learned from not winning, graduating from college, and making the unexpected decision not to pursue music full time. It's an honest conversation about resilience, redefining success, and having the courage to write your own next chapter.Hosted by Kayla Babers, Jasmine Babers-Gunn, and teen host Abigail Hauser.

This episode features Annika O'melia of The Rock Island Line, Her Voice Media Founder Jasmine Babers-Gunn, and Rock Island teen Kyla Nephew for an inspiring conversation about storytelling, civic engagement, and speaking up to create change in your community.

In this final episode of our Race Reimagined series, Daisy Moran Ramirez joins the LOVE Girls team for a conversation on culture, family, and identity. Hosted by Kayla Babers and Jasmine Babers-Gunn. This episode also features youth voices from Illiana Ambriz and Tamiah Rogers, along with college intern Amiyah Woods, bringing fresh perspective, honesty, laughter, and tears to the conversation.

This episode is all about the power of history — the stories that live in our communities, in our neighborhoods, and the people who have dedicated their lives to preserving them. Our special guest is Angela Snook, a longtime educator and former curator of the Geneseo Historical Museum, and the heart behind the museum’s Illinois Underground Railroad Exhibit. Hosted by Kayla Babers and Jasmine Babers-Gunn, alongside 2026 Her Voice Media Fellows Tamiah Rogers and Carla Nieto.

Award-winning teacher Rita Jett joins the Love Girls Podcast for the first episode of a three-part series, Race Reimagined: Girls Healing Illinois.In this powerful, multigenerational conversation, local youth join hosts Kayla Babers and Jasmine Babers Gunn to discuss race, identity, and what it looks like to imagine a world beyond racism.Together, they explore healing, hope, and how young women are leading the way toward meaningful change.

This episode is all about sustainability, and smart style. We’re sitting down with our friends from Plato’s Closet, a brand that’s changing the way young people shop, earn money, and express themselves, without breaking the bank.

On this episode, multigenerational members of Her Voice Media tackle the changes in high school culture — everything from dating to vaping. Hosted by Kayla Babers and Jasmine Babers-Gunn, with special guests Vannecia Glenn, Tamiah Rogers, and Her Voice Media intern Amiyah Woods.

In this episode of Love Girls: The Podcast, we sit down with Irais Elizarraraz, Co-Founder & CEO of Sin Título, a Latina-owned collective blending fashion, art, and mental health advocacy.

In this episode, we explore the modern job hunt for women navigating video interviews, AI screening tools, and an evolving workforce. Hosted by Kayla Babers and Jasmine Babers-Gunn, with special guests from Dress for Success Quad Cities.

Memphis Mayor Paul Young talks about fatherhood, the importance of mentorship, and creating a supportive and equitable world for women and girls.

At just 14 years old, Tamera began noticing changes in her body—early signs that would later become part of a much larger story.

This conversation is a love letter to the friendships that keep us grounded and growing. Hosted by Kayla Babers & Jasmine Babers Gunn. Guests include Amiya Woods, Alisha Hanes & Dylaan Bibbs.