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  • 27. An Aspiring Scientist Finds Experiments in Everyday Life, with Siobhan and Ocean

    27. An Aspiring Scientist Finds Experiments in Everyday Life, with Siobhan and Ocean
    2024/10/30
    10-year-old Little Sister Ocean is always looking for little experiments. It doesn't have to be the kind of big, flashy science experiments you see at school or on social media. Ocean is happy to take what life gives her, try something new, and see what happens. And with her Big Sister Siobhan, the world is their laboratory.
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    23 分
  • 26. A Little Sister From a "House Full of Boys," with Anna and Asia

    26. A Little Sister From a "House Full of Boys," with Anna and Asia
    2024/08/28
    With two brothers and two dads, Little Sister Asia was starting to feel like there was nowhere to turn for a little "girl talk." That is, until she met her Big Sister Anna five years ago. Since then, they've developed an indelible bond, cemented in their mutual love of dogs, their senses of humor, and the kind of advice that can only pass from a grown woman to a growing girl.
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    21 分
  • 25. Building a Foundation for Growth, with Matt and CJ

    25. Building a Foundation for Growth, with Matt and CJ
    2024/07/31
    One of the hardest things to do in life is change your habits for the better. And screen time is a habit than many people--not just kids--struggle to regulate. But in this episode, we meet Little Brother CJ, who has taken a proactive approach to his screen time habits with the support of his Big Brother Matt. A community-based match, they also discuss their shared interests such as sports, video games, and trying new food.
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    18 分
  • 24. Learning to Do-It-Yourself Like a Pro, with Betsy and Aaliyah

    24. Learning to Do-It-Yourself Like a Pro, with Betsy and Aaliyah
    2024/04/24
    When Betsy bought her first house a few years ago, she decided it would be a practical adventure to do some of the renovations herself. And, fortunately, she had a perfect carpenter's assistant waiting at the ready in her little sister Aaliyah. Together, they've swung hammers, worked miter saws and built noodle boards. And in the course of learning new skills and expanding their horizons, they've built a remarkable friendship as well.
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    24 分
  • 23. Voices of the Mission: a former Little, a Big, and a Parent Share Insights with BBBS Leadership

    23. Voices of the Mission: a former Little, a Big, and a Parent Share Insights with BBBS Leadership
    2024/03/27
    In order to make sure that key perspectives are represented in its decision making, the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee Board of Directors appoints three "Voices of the Mission" to its membership. These leaders represent the Littles, the Bigs and the parents of Littles, and help the board understand how their policy-making impacts the BBBS mission on a granular level. So in this episode, we meet the current "Voices of the Mission:" Christiana, a former Little in the program; Chloe, a current Big; and Taheréh, a parent of a Little. They'll discuss what they hope to be able to contribute to the organization, what they've learned about mentoring, and what are some of the questions they've always wanted to ask other stakeholders within the BBBS ecosystem.
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    33 分
  • 22. Coming Out of Our Shells and Into Our Element, with Charles, Sarah and DayDay

    22. Coming Out of Our Shells and Into Our Element, with Charles, Sarah and DayDay
    2024/02/28
    Years ago, when they matched with their Little Brother DayDay, Charles and Sarah were taken aback by how shy he was. Now a bombastic high schooler, it suffices to say that DayDay has really come out of his shell. But with the love and support of mentors like Charles and Sarah, and dozens of horizon-expanding experiences along the way, it's no surprise that this young man has found his voice. And this trio is now celebrating their selection as BBBS of Metro Milwaukee's Couples Match of the Year.
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    20 分
  • 21. Maddie and Briya, a Tall Order for Fast Friends

    21. Maddie and Briya, a Tall Order for Fast Friends
    2024/01/31
    Starting high school after the Covid pandemic was enough to make Briya cry. For a self-proclaimed introvert, all the new people and situations just seemed so overwhelming. But when she matched with Maddie through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee's Mentor 2.0 program, that all began to change. In her big sister, Briya found a new source of confidence and inspiration. She chanced upon an eager compatriot for sharing her unique cultural food heritage. She discovered a new reason to stand up just a little bit straighter. And it turns out, when you're as tall as these two are, standing up straighter can create a BIG shift in perspective!
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    21 分
  • 20. Bro-Vember Round Table: Why Aren't There More Male Mentors in BBBS?

    20. Bro-Vember Round Table: Why Aren't There More Male Mentors in BBBS?
    2023/11/29
    Fellas, we've gotta have a hard talk. Because, frankly, not enough men are stepping up to the plate to volunteer as mentors with Big Brother Big Sisters. And at BBBS of Metro Milwaukee, there are hundreds of young men just sitting on the waiting list. Maybe you're scared you don't have what it takes, maybe you're afraid of the time commitment, maybe you just don't think you can make a difference. But in this episode, we're going to introduce you to Otis, JT, Glen and Joseph: four Big Brothers who are proving that one man can make a difference in the world. They'll talk about the mentoring myths that keep so many guys from volunteering, and share their own proudest moments as Big Brothers.
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    35 分