Podcast

“Make Today Well Lived” is a monthly podcast inspired by NormanAid's MonthlyAid mental health topics, sponsored by Michael J. Libow. Now in it's third season, the show is produced and hosted by Beverly Hills High School’s NormanAid Wellness Center Founder, Ali Norman-Franks along with Peer Counseling students and directed by KBEV.

Each episode explores HOW TO make each to-day Well Lived, every yesterday a dream of happiness, and every tomorrow a vision of hope. Through dynamic interviews and engaging discussions with BHHS students, staff, alumni, wellness experts, and celebrities, this program brings to light the most relevant topics in today’s teen & high school life.

All episodes are open for students and families with topics that cover all aspects of teen culture, social experiences, mental health, and well-being. Each episode will air on the 3rd Tuesday of the month and will feature different themes and guest speakers.

(February 22)

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Season 3, Episode 3: “Voices of Diversity: Navigating Allyship in our Community”

3x Honorable Mayor of Beverly Hills, BHHS Alum and diversity advocate, Lili Bosse, will join our Peer Counselors to discuss the values of inclusion and diversity, how her initiatives are creating a new sense of community in Beverly Hills, and explore the active roles that students can take to cultivate greater kindness and allyship in BHUSD.

Season 3 Ep 3

(October 26)

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Season 3, Episode 2: “Celebrating Safely”

Featuring one of our own Maple Counselors, Stephanie Rosenberg, who worked at a treatment center, will discuss the meaning of “natural high”, share tools for celebrating safely and responsibly, and practice healthy coping skills for managing stress.

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SEASON TWO, FIFTH EPISODE: “Norman Grit: Trauma, Resilience, and Healing”Rachel Kove, a BHHS alumni, is a certified recovery coach and the CEO & co-owner of Transformational Solutions. She is driven to help people create and lead fulfilling lives where they are able to pursue their passions and dreams. She hosts the podcast Kicking it With the Koves with her father Martin Kove (aka “Sensei John Kreese” from the Cobra Kai TV series) and brother Jesse Kove and they discuss Hollywood, pop culture, spirituality, mental health, bullying, and so much more. Rachel believes passionately in people and will help our listeners build resilience as she believes that with the right guidance and support, anyone can undergo a complete transformation.

SEASON TWO, THIRD EPISODE

Radical Self-Acceptance with Guest Speaker Melissa Lanz, Healthy Lifestyle Advocate and Founder of The Fresh 20, an award-winning meal planning service, will share how she learned to love herself enough to show up without fear or rejection or judgment. Practical tips on leaning into your purpose, embracing imperfections and finding freedom.

SEASON TWO, SECOND EPISODE

Racial Trauma and Resilience with Guest Speaker Donzaleigh Abernathy, daughter of civil rights activists Ralph and Juanita Jones Abernathy and goddaughter of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. Author of “Partners to History: Martin Luther King Jr.”, Ralph David Abernathy & civil rights activist shares how racial trauma impacted her family and Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr’s mental health.

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SEASON TWO, FIRST EPISODE

One Goal At A Time: Resolutions For Healthier And Happier Living

with Guest Speaker Ryan Weiss L.A.’s premier life coaches and a certified Kundalini yoga and meditation teacher.

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NINTH EPISODE

Steps to Cultivate Resilience

Our guest speaker, former Maple Center Counselor Samira Soroory’s mission is to encourage you to see how wonderful you are. She focuses her energy on influencing others with insights and practices for internal happiness through her blog, videos, private practice and daily happiness posts.

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EIGHTH EPISODE

Strengthening Our Community Through Allyship

Featuring three guests - ALL NORMANS - two alum and one current student, share their personal stories and experiences they have had with discriminations, and how allyship can help strengthen our community.

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SEVENTH EPISODE

Pathways of Hope

Special guest, Danielle Fagan Brooks, Marriage & Family Therapist will talk about the different types of grief, how to explore pathways of hope and to support others through their sadness.

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SIXTH EPISODE

Slam Dunk: Social Justice Impact

with Guest Speaker former NBA player, Harvard Law School grad, justice advocate, sportscaster & lecturer, Len Elmore.

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FIFTH EPISODE

Persevere and Succeed: Turn Challenges Into Gifts

with Guest Speakers Personal development and health coach, Jennifer Trepanier and Marine Corps Veteran, speaker and adventurer, Akshay Nanavati.

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