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What is the Social Host Ordinance? How does it work? And is it effective?
In this episode, c speaks with a member of the Thousand Oaks Police Department to talk us through the process after police have been called to a party. What happens when minors are seen drinking? What happens after an ordinance has been issued?
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BRITE also speaks witha representative of the Ventura County Behavior Health Department Prevention Services to find out if the Ordinance has been effective, and what the future holds.
This episode is narrated by Gabby T., a Ventura high school student.
The podcast is approximately 7 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
BRITE examines one of the most serious side effects often associated with underage and binge drinking — sexual assault.
In part one of this two-part podcast, we talk to a Ventura County Deputy District Attorney about the psychological, physical and legal impact for those involved in a sexual assault, and the role that drinking can play.
This podcast may not be suitable for sensitive listeners.
The podcast is approximately 15 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
BRITE examines one of the most serious side effects often associated with underage and binge drinking — sexual assault.
In part two of this two-part podcast, we will hear the story of “Angela,” a real Ventura County teenager who was a victim of sexual assault at a drinking party.
This podcast may not be suitable for sensitive listeners.
The podcast is approximately 13 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
BRITE checks out a recent event called THINK, put on by students and faculty of Ventura College, intended to bring awareness to the issues of drinking, impaired driving, and substance abuse. We talk to students, to law enforcement, emergency technicians, and to faculty.
The podcast is approximately 7 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
BRITE presents short videos and public service announcements that were created in a day during a Ventura County school Teen Leadership Summit. Thirty eight teens participated in this summit in May 2009 to explore social issues and discuss their ideas for possible solutions for reducing underage and binge drinking and impaired driving in their community.
This special video podcast is approximately 4 minutes long, and can be accessed the following was:
The drinking age in the US (currently age 21) is under scrutiny. Various groups (including the Amethyst Initiative) believe that the drinking age should be reexamined and, perhaps, lowered. BRITE listens to youth, a law enforcement representative, and a college president — and why they think a lower drinking age is a bad idea.
The podcast is approximately 8 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
In this podcast, written by a Ventura County teenager, BRITE talks to young people who chose NOT to drink in high school. What are some of the factors that would enable a young person to resist the temptation and pressure to drink while underage?
The podcast is approximately 7 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
A popular, and potentially dangerous, habit among young people is mixing alcohol with caffeine-laden energy drinks. In this special video podcast, a youth-produced short explores the varieties of energy drinks on the market that already contain alcohol, and the potential health risks those beverages pose.
This special video podcast is approximately 3 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
In 2010, Becky and Branden from BRITE talked to Natalie Nicole Gilbert on KDAR’s “Community Connection” program. They discuss the history of BRITE ,the resources provided, and the “state of the union” of the issues in Ventura County. Thanks to KDAR, we present the interview in its entirety.
The podcast is approximately 25 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
What are the factors and influences that drive a young person to drink in high school? BRITE speaks with Ventura County young adults about why they chose to consume alcohol. Interviewees include Mario, a highschooler who describes in detail his battle with alcohol, and where he is today in his struggle.
The podcast is approximately 7 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
Part one of two. Katy, a Ventura County teenager, wrote and produced this documentary based on her experiences participating as a volunteer during BRITEs Reality Parties for Parents. Katy interviews the organizers and young people who make these parties happen, as well as the parents that take the tour and get a dose of reality.
The video podcast is approximately 5 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
Part two of two. Katy, a Ventura County teenager, wrote and produced this documentary based on her experiences participating as a volunteer during BRITE’s Reality Parties for Parents. Katy interviews the organizers and young people who make these parties happen, as well as the parents that take the tour and get a dose of reality.
The video podcast is approximately 5 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
In 2010, BRITE held an essay contest. The winners were 16-year-old Haley P. and 18-year-old Emily A. Listen to excerpts from their affecting entries.
The podcast is approximately 7 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
Daniel, 17, shares his experience as a Straight Up actor, youth volunteer, and media advocate.
The podcast is approximately 5 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
In 2011, Becky and Matthew from BRITE talked to Steve Bolt on KDAR’s “Community Connection” program. Matthew, 14, talks about his involvement with Straight Up, and the power of speaking up, taking a stand, and making a difference. Thanks to KDAR, we present the interview in its entirety.
The podcast is approximately 27 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
A look at BRITE’s yearly VUSD Leadership Training Summit, where high school students gather to interact, learn about advocacy, and strategize on ways to make change.
The podcast is approximately 5 minutes long, and can be accessed the following way:
BRITE Executive Director Katherine Kasmir speaks with Lyn and Cyn from KKZZ’s “Women Talk” program. Katherine discusses what BRITE is, and its mission for local action and social change. Thanks to KKZZ, we present the interview in its entirety.
The podcast is approximately 16 minutes long, and can be accessed the following ways:
BRITE staff member Evan Proffer interviews James Mosher, whose pioneering work in alcohol policy has brought him international acclaim, about how what we’ve learned about alcohol policy can be applied to marijuana policy. And he speaks with Dan Hicks, Ventura County Behavioral Health Department, Prevention Services Manager and local prevention specialist David Tovar about marijuana legislation and regulation in Ventura County.
The podcast is approximately 55 minutes long, and can be accessed the following ways: