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Talking It Out With Lisa & Patty
LISA RODRIGUEZ |
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Lisa Rodriguez, L.M.F.T. is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s degree from Pepperdine University in Clinical Psychology and a bachelor’s degree from California State University, Long Beach. With 20 years of experience in education, Lisa’s knowledge is extensive. She has taken on many roles ranging from classroom teacher and counselor to school administrator. Lisa has created peer support group programs for both school and private environments.
Lisa is dynamic, personable, and has incredible talent working with people which is demonstrated by her success in private practice as well as in a traditional school environment. Lisa’s mantra for teens is “I’m a work in progress” and her approach has worked successfully for teens and families. Lisa is clearly an advocate for teens in crisis and in all other phases of life. Her commitment, effectiveness, and success in working with teens are undeniable. |
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PATTY GARCIA WORD |
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Patty Garcia Word is an experienced educator with more than 15 years in both high school and post-secondary education. Patty earned a master’s degree in Education at Stanford University with an emphasis on Cross-Cultural Language and Academic Development. At Pomona College Patty received a bachelor’s degree in Psychology/Public Policy Analysis. She is also a Rockefeller Brothers Fund Fellow awarded to people of color entering the field of education. Patty’s experience includes school administrator, counselor, and classroom teacher.
Patty is a vibrant and intelligent individual who works well with others. Her knowledge and insight working with high school students, both on an academic and personal level exceeds the norm. Patty’s primary focus is on helping teens plan for their futures both on a personal and educational level.
Lisa and Patty have worked together for 8 years and have great chemistry and rapport with one another which results in an easy, caring, nurturing, and supportive dynamic. They are the perfect compliments to working with and responding to teens, parents and families.
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Listen to Lisa & Patty Live
Sundays at 5:00PM (PST) |
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Show Summary & Guests |
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Sunday, July 25, 2010 |
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Sunday, July 18, 2010 |
Lisa and Patty discuss safety tips for teens traveling alone this summer. Those summer high school graduation trips can be fun and exciting, but teens and their parents should be knowledgeable and prepared about the trip before teens embark on their journeys. Guests include two teenage boys who talk about their own experiences traveling alone. |
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Sunday, July 11, 2010 |
The topic of health and fitness continues, but today it is about body image and weight loss. Two teenage girls discuss share their ups and downs in regards to their weight and, consequently, the body image issues they encounter. |
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Sunday, July 4, 2010 |
Lisa and Patty discuss health and fitness this week. The rate of child obesity is on the rise and Lisa and Patty talk about ways to eat right, excercise, and to openly discuss health and fitness as a family. Also, Lisa and Patty discuss a video they made for a talk show competition on the Oprah Winfrey show. |
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Sunday, June 27, 2010 |
Lisa and Patty address the topic of being gay, lesbian, or bisexual. As this can be a difficult issue for teens and their families, Lisa and Patty discuss some resources families can use to help them discuss and better understand the topic. Guests include two women who share their own experiences of self discovery. |
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Sunday, June 20, 2010 |
To commemorate Father's Day, Lisa and Patty share some special memories of time spent with their father's. Family, friends, and fans of Talking it Out with Lisa and Patty call in to share their own funny and touching moments of time with dad. |
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Sunday, June 13, 2010 |
Lisa and Patty go out to Lawrence Middle School (in Chatsworth, CA). They to talk to students who share about how they stay positive and motivated. This show highlights achievements and their talents of these inspiring middle school students.
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Sunday, June 6, 2010 |
Lisa and Patty invite two college students to discuss the topic of the legalization of marijuana. Lisa and Patty take on the college student's arguments advocating the legalization of the drug with information about many of the negative consequences associated with both the drug and the challenges that would arise should marijuana be legalized. |
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Sunday, May 30, 2010 |
The debate about social networking sites continues! Guests include a teen who found out disturbing information about her boyfriend on a social networking sites and the former guest who sparked the big debate about "friending" or not "friending" your significant other. |
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Sunday, May 23, 2010 |
Lisa and Patty take on the topic of safety and privacy regarding social networking sites like facebook and myspace. Also the topic of who to "friend" on these sites sparks a big debate. |
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Sunday, May 9, 2010 |
This is a special Mother's Day show with Lisa and Patty. Lisa and Patty invite their own mothers to talk about the joys and challenges of motherhood. Other moms join the mix (including Patty's sister and some single moms) to share their perspectives on being mothers. |
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Sunday, May 2, 2010 |
As graduation and prom season approach, Lisa and Patty speak to teens and parents about the dangers of teen drunk driving. A few high school students share their experiences regarding the issue. |
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Sunday, April 25, 2010 |
Lisa and Patty talk about the Sexting trend among teens. High school students talk about the consequences they faced when caught sexting on their cell phones. |
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Sunday, April 18, 2010 |
Bullying (Part 2) Lisa and Patty revisit the topic of bullying and encourage people to write to their state representatives to lobby for stricter legislation regarding bullying in schools. Also, Lisa and Patty speak to 2 high school teens to help resolve a "bullying" situation. |
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Sunday, April 11, 2010 |
Bullying - Lisa and Patty address the issue of bullying in schools and the lack of legislation that exists to address the issue. High school students talk about some of their own experiences with being bullied. Also, we hear from students who became proactive in forming groups/programming for teens in their own school. |
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Sunday, April 4, 2010 |
Lisa and Patty share tips to spending quality time with family. Family members also share their favorite family traditions. |
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Sunday, March 28, 2010 |
Coaches and athletes talk with Lisa and Patty about the pressures of both being and coaching student athletes. |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010 |
Abstinence or Sex? (Part 2) Guests include two high school seniors with opposing views on practicing abstinence. |
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Sunday, March 14, 2010 |
Abstinence or Sex? Lisa and Patty talk with two high school seniors who share their views on practicing abstinence. |
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