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If you've ever held a negative bias towards Christianity, you're not alone. Church Pastor Ray Waters breaks down what it means to be Christian in the modern world and being a pastor "for those who don't have a pastor." He talks about struggles in his early life with his faith and regaining his preaching platform with the help of some great friends. This interview was done to better understand a religion that some may have felt abandoned them while also taking a look at what it's like to pastor a church. Don't forget to subscribe to American Youth and leave a rating and review! Find Ray on social media: Instagram: @raydwaters Church Instagram: @thevillageatlanta Twitter: @RayDWaters Website: everybodychurch.com American Youth Links: Email: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

Apollo Tongue (Justin Klajbor) and his producer Brandon Rinaldis talk about what it was like creating his new EP "Shapes" in quarantine. This episode features a live, acoustic performance of Apollo's song "Through 2 U" and a surprise cover of artist Sasha Sloan. Apollo Tongue Links: Instagram: @thisisapollotongue Facebook: Apollo Tongue Watch "Through 2 U" music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvaQooP8ba0 Listen to Apollo Tongue on Apple Music, Spotify, and anywhere else. American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

This is a public service announcement reminding everyone to vote on November 3rd. Your voice matters. Quote from congressman John Lewis: "The vote is precious. It is the most powerful nonviolent tool we have in a democratic society, and we must use it. And so you must go out all across America and tell young people, and people not so young, tell all of us: Vote. The vote is powerful." Resources: www.isidewith.com - take a quiz and see which candidate you side with www.rockthevote.org - check your voter registration status and polling place. American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

7-time TAFISA USA gold medalist Kylie Harrison chats about her fighting career, growing up in the gym, and competing in tournaments. www.thebrickssi.com www.americanyouthpodcast.com Link to finding tournaments in your area: https://naska.com/2020-calendar/#1571530670249-559cfc2d-3db8 Kylie's Links: Instagram: @kylieamendes Instagram: @thebrickssi American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

Dustin chats with Mark Murphy, an Atlanta-based art director, about his viral TikTok videos, bisexuality, the Black Lives Matter Protests, and more. During the coronavirus pandemic, American Youth supports social-distancing, wearing masks in public, and self-quarantining when feeling unwell. Please take care of yourself and your fellow citizens. Also, make sure you're registered to vote. Every election, especially this year, is important. Check your voter registration at www.headcount.org www.americanyouthpodcast.com American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver Twitter (personal): @dustinoliver Mark Murphy's Links: Instagram: @murphymark Website: www.markhasideas.com TikTok: @murped E-mail: markhasideas@gmail.com

What does success look like to you? What is the "point B" you're working towards? With finals week for college students in full swing, a much needed break is around the corner. Hopefully we can all use this time as a reflection for what we've been through this year. As things hopefully start to return to normal, let's pay attention to how companies have or have not taken care of their employees during this global health crisis. Further, let's apply the same to our political leaders www.americanyouthpodcast.com American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver Twitter (personal): @dustinoliver

Kane's mind is without the borders of the 9-5, college, or normal expectations of life. He does what he feels, and is living life to the fullest because of it. How can you do it? He explains his methods. Spoiler: it's not that hard. "Life if easy, we are the ones who make it difficult." www.americanyouthpodcast.com Kane's Links: Twitter: @Kane_mit IG: @_kanemit American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

Host Dustin Oliver explains why he hasn't posted in a few months and talks with professional dancer Leah Boresow. American Youth Podcast has a lot of cool things coming towards the end of this year so stay tuned and keep up with us on social media! www.americanyouthpodcast.com Leah's Links: Website: leahboresow.com Instagram: @leahboresowdance Facebook: Leah Boresow Dance American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

Welcome to pride month! This is Sam's story. From not knowing what his feelings towards the same sex were to 10 years of attempting to find and "fix" himself with the church. Watch Sam's coming out video linked below. Don't forget to subscribe to keep up with our pride series! www.americanyouthpodcast.com Sam's Links: Coming out video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsmfQ4IuakU Instagram: @samrwilson American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

This June, "American Youth" is celebrating pride month by telling the experience of LGBTQIA youth every week. This introduction explains a few reasons on why we celebrate pride. www.americanyouthpodcast.com American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

Happy Memorial Day everyone! This week we're back with a look into what's happening outside the United States in Venezuela with friend and Venezuelan Sofia. We are not experts, this is an attempt at explaining what is happening in Venezuela from someone who lived there during the events. Find out about how you can help at www.betterworldcampaign.org www.americanyouthpodcast.com American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver Sofia's Links: Instagram: @sofiagarciaro

Love Game of Thrones? Us too! American Youth is taking a quick break from it's normal content to give final thoughts on the show's finale and the fates of our favorite characters. SPOILER ALERT. www.americanyouthpodcast.com American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

Dustin talks to Justin Matthew of the band Cake Jam about finding his voice in music, collaborating with bandmates, and making music with friends. Happy Mother's Day coming up to all the moms out there! Subscribe to us and check out our previous podcasts. www.americanyouthpodcast.com Justin/Cake Jam's Links: Instagram: @cakejammusic Instagram: @jmatthew941 Facebook: Cake Jam American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

What is it like to get signed to a major recording label? How can one man coming to see your show change your entire career? These and many other questions are pondered in this conversation with Will Pugh, the lead singer of band Cartel. If you ever wondered about what a journey into industry success might look like, look no further! Special thanks to Will for coming on to share his story! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and check out our past episodes! www.americanyouthpodcast.com Will's Links: Instagram: @willpug Website: willpughmusic.com Twitter: @willpug Twitter: @cartel American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

A conversation with University of Tennessee's Cortez McDowell (#20). Looking into the world of college sports; specifically football. What constantly playing and working out does to your body, the feeling of walking onto a field with screaming fans everywhere, how an athlete manages to balance sports and classes, and life after your college football career. Don't forget to subscribe to "American Youth" and check out our previous interviews! www.americanyouthpodcast.com Cortez's Links: Instagram: @cortez_mcdowell20 Twitter: @cortez_mcdowell American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

A conversation with Georgia State University's Aubry Payne (#88). Looking into the world of college sports; specifically football. What constantly playing and working out does to your body, the feeling of walking onto a field with screaming fans everywhere, and how an athlete manages to balance sports and classes. Don't forget to subscribe to "American Youth" and check out our previous interviews! www.americanyouthpodcast.com Aubry's Links: Instagram: @aubry_payne Twitter: @aubry_payne Snapchat: @aubry_payne41 American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

This episode of American Youth encapsulates one man's struggles with opioid and heroin addiction. Recovery and life coach Sean Owen details his personal journey to recovery and what his life in active addiction was like. American Youth Podcast thanks Sean for his openness and honesty and warns listeners that the following story may be graphic to some; but necessary. There is light at the end of every tunnel. Rememer to support the podcast by subscribing and leaving a review. www.americanyouthpodcast.com Sean Owen's links: Website: https://mvp-consulting.net/sean-owen Instagram: @seanowen8 Facebook Account: @ConciergeRecoverySupportServices American Youth links: E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

On Part 2 of "Atlanta's Underground Arts" Dustin chats with painter Kelly "Freespirit" to talk about her work. The pair discuss paint, cultural appropriation, art shows, and understanding the business of art. Throw a little Nicki Minaj apprecation in there too. "American Youth" encourageseveryone to start asking questions to those around them to get a better understanding of their neighbor. If you feel you know someone who should share their storyon the podcast please submit to our "contact us" page on americanyouthpodcast.com www.americanyouthpodcast.com Kelly's Links: Store: Etsy.com/shop/Freespiritslim Instagram: @Kellyfreespirit333 E-mail: kellyjcreatesmagic@gmail.com American Youth Links: Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Instagram (Personal): @dmylesoliver

On Part 1 of "Atlanta's Underground Arts", Dustin sits down with painter and curator Hayley Anderson to discuss what it's like being a young artist, curating your first art show, and where her inspiration to create comes from. "American Youth" encourages everyone to start asking questions to those around them to get a better understanding of their neighbor. If you feel you know someone who should share their story on the podcast please submit to our "contact us" page on americanyouthpodcast.com. www.americanyouthpodcast.com Hayley's Links: Website: rashmediaco.com Instagram: @hakley_ Instagram: @rashmedia American Youth Links: Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com

Dustin sits down with Dr. Benjamin Mark Colten, a chiropractor, to discuss chiropractic, meditation techniques, and a touch on anxiety. (also: how a chiropractor would adjust an infant!) www.americanyouthpodcast.com American Youth Links: americanyouthpodcast.com E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast Dustin's Instagram: @dmylesoliver Dustin's Twitter: @dustinoliver Ben's Links: Instagram: @drcolten