
Anchor Point Youth Podcast
Anchor Point is a youth-led podcast from Del Norte and Tribal Lands that explores how connection builds resilience. Through real conversations with local residents, the hosts uncover stories of community, culture, and belonging, reminding us that mental health grows stronger when we are anchored to one another.
Episodes

Social-ly Unacceptable
In this candid episode, the Anchor Point Youth Podcast team sits down with a guest parent who shares her open letter, "Designing Childhood." Triggered by discovering her 12-year-old daughter’s secret tablet, she joins the crew to shed light on the realities of online grooming, digital addiction, and profit-driven platform design. Together, we break down the neurobiology of adolescent belonging, sh

Six Episodes In: Looking Back and Moving Forward
To celebrate our first six episodes, the Anchor Point Youth Podcast team flips the mic on ourselves for a special behind-the-scenes recap. Guided by our "Pod Mom" Kelly, we reflect on our journey so far, from the science of brain connection to the inside jokes that keep us laughing. We unpack the meaning behind our custom character cover art, share the lessons we've learned about digital overload,

Finding Your Frequency
Words can explain an idea, but music lets us feel it. This week, we speak with local musician David about the non-verbal magic of sound, the therapeutic power of rhythm, and how art helps us navigate the complexities of being human. We unpack how music regulates our brains from our earliest moments and why finding safe ways to express ourselves is vital to our well-being. Join us as we explore wha

Weathering Together
When life changes in a single moment, the resulting wave of grief can leave us feeling stranded and adrift from everything we know. This week, Denise shares a deeply personal look into how the 2011 harbor tsunami rewrote her family's story. We dive into a conversation about the challenges of asking for help, the reality of navigating major loss, and how a community heals from the inside out. It’s

Hear Me Out
What happens when we stop talking at each other and start truly listening? This episode dives into the disconnect between youth and adults, and what it takes to bridge that gap. Through Josh’s experiences working with students, we explore the power of being seen, the role of safe and supportive adults, and why connection matters more than perfect answers. From classrooms to late-night scrolling,

Planting Purpose
Somewhere between childhood dreams and the "real world," finding our path gets complicated. This week, Dar shares the journey that led him to Crescent City. What started as a simple favor to design a kids' garden evolved into a thriving farm, a book of children's wild creativity, and a profound sense of community. Together, we explore how stepping into the unknown can lead us right to where we bel

Lost in the Scroll
We’re always online, but not always present. We explore cell phone addiction, its impact on our brains, and how it may be distracting us from real and meaningful connection.

Why We Started
This is where it all begins. We share our story, the “why” behind the podcast, and how learning about mental health led us back to what matters most.....Connection.
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