Thrive Podcast
Welcome to Thrive, a wellbeing podcast for Alexandra College students!
Thrive provides a space for students to share relatable and inspiring content with their peers on wellbeing topics and practical strategies. Co-produced by students for students, Thrive is a great way to learn new information about a variety of topics at your own pace and in your own space.
In this episode of Thrive, we explore how today’s media landscape shapes the way we think, feel, and engage with the world around us. From algorithm-driven feeds to echo chambers, we explore how contemporary media can deepen political divides and influence our sense of truth. Through a student-centred lens, we define what media polarisation means for young people’s well-being from identity to belonging, and critical thinking. Most importantly, we discuss how students can stay informed without feeling overwhelmed, and how to build healthier relationships with the media we consume.
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In this episode of Thrive, we explore how today’s media landscape shapes the way we think, feel, and engage with the world around us.
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In this episode of our school wellbeing podcast, we’re exploring how periods have been understood, misunderstood, and talked about (or not talked about) throughout history.
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In this episode of our student podcast Thrive, we unpack how menstruation is portrayed in the media – from horror films like Carrie to the "lady problems" jokes in Mean Girls, and even the way period product advertisements often emphasise discreetness over openness.
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In this episode, we’re diving into the realities of menstruation—with practical advice, empowering stories, and important insights on how to make your period journey easier and more confident.
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Students from different year groups share some important facts, tips, and advice on periods.
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In today’s episode, two 6th Year students studying Politics & Society for the Leaving Cert discuss how youth can exercise power in society.
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In this episode, we’re joined once again by John Core, the Sodexo Culinary Nutrition Lead, as we dive deep into making healthy food decisions.
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In this episode, we’re joined by John Core, Culinary Nutrition Lead from Sodexo, to talk all things healthy eating for teens. Whether you're a student, parent, or educator, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you make informed food choices without the pressure of restriction.