American Youth

This week "American Youth" host Dustin Oliver sits down with ...himself... to talk about his coming of age story and becoming confident in his sexuality. From that first attraction, to discovering internet porn, all the way to where he is in his life now. This was especially challenging for me to release because I was nervous to tell my story. I hope I did that 12 year-old kid who was perfoming concerts to imaginary fans justice. Happy Pride. www.americanyouthpodcast.com American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

Have you ever thought that you might be consuming too much sugar? This week our host Dustin sits down with Laura, a former sugar addict, to discuss what consuming too much sugar actually looks like. Laura opens up about trauma that led her to begin consuming sugary foods to cope and how she got out of it. Please rate and subscribe to us for weekly episodes! www.americanyouthpodcast.com Links: Website: americanyouthpodcast.com E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast Dustin's Instagram: @dmylesoliver Laura: Instagram: @lkcarmody

Dustin sits and explores the fundamental causes and roots of addiction with licensed addiction counselor Jess. The two discuss what one should do in order to support a loved one experiencing addiction and how to help. Later on, Jess delves into homelessness and PTSD and how we can actually offer assistance to those suffering. If you like the podcast, please support by subscribing and reviewing us! If you would like to volunteer with the Atlanta Mission: https://volunteer.atlantamission.org/custom/501/#/volunteer_home If you live in other cities in the United States and would like to volunteer: https://www.voa.org/homeless-people www.americanyouthpodcast.com American Youth Links: Website: americanyouthpodcast.com E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast Instagram (personal) @dmylesoliver Jess's Instagram: @jnloper

On Part 1 of "Atlanta's Underground Arts", Dustin sits down with painter and curator Hayley Anderson to discuss what it's like being a young artist, curating your first art show, and where her inspiration to create comes from. "American Youth" encourages everyone to start asking questions to those around them to get a better understanding of their neighbor. If you feel you know someone who should share their story on the podcast please submit to our "contact us" page on americanyouthpodcast.com. www.americanyouthpodcast.com Hayley's Links: Website: rashmediaco.com Instagram: @hakley_ Instagram: @rashmedia American Youth Links: Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com

Dustin sits down with Dr. Benjamin Mark Colten, a chiropractor, to discuss chiropractic, meditation techniques, and a touch on anxiety. (also: how a chiropractor would adjust an infant!) www.americanyouthpodcast.com American Youth Links: americanyouthpodcast.com E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast Dustin's Instagram: @dmylesoliver Dustin's Twitter: @dustinoliver Ben's Links: Instagram: @drcolten

Welcome to pride month! This is Sam's story. From not knowing what his feelings towards the same sex were to 10 years of attempting to find and "fix" himself with the church. Watch Sam's coming out video linked below. Don't forget to subscribe to keep up with our pride series! www.americanyouthpodcast.com Sam's Links: Coming out video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsmfQ4IuakU Instagram: @samrwilson American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

A conversation with Georgia State University's Aubry Payne (#88). Looking into the world of college sports; specifically football. What constantly playing and working out does to your body, the feeling of walking onto a field with screaming fans everywhere, and how an athlete manages to balance sports and classes. Don't forget to subscribe to "American Youth" and check out our previous interviews! www.americanyouthpodcast.com Aubry's Links: Instagram: @aubry_payne Twitter: @aubry_payne Snapchat: @aubry_payne41 American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

Dustin talks to Justin Matthew of the band Cake Jam about finding his voice in music, collaborating with bandmates, and making music with friends. Happy Mother's Day coming up to all the moms out there! Subscribe to us and check out our previous podcasts. www.americanyouthpodcast.com Justin/Cake Jam's Links: Instagram: @cakejammusic Instagram: @jmatthew941 Facebook: Cake Jam American Youth Links: Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

This episode of American Youth encapsulates one man's struggles with opioid and heroin addiction. Recovery and life coach Sean Owen details his personal journey to recovery and what his life in active addiction was like. American Youth Podcast thanks Sean for his openness and honesty and warns listeners that the following story may be graphic to some; but necessary. There is light at the end of every tunnel. Rememer to support the podcast by subscribing and leaving a review. www.americanyouthpodcast.com Sean Owen's links: Website: https://mvp-consulting.net/sean-owen Instagram: @seanowen8 Facebook Account: @ConciergeRecoverySupportServices American Youth links: E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast Instagram (personal): @dmylesoliver

On Part 2 of "Atlanta's Underground Arts" Dustin chats with painter Kelly "Freespirit" to talk about her work. The pair discuss paint, cultural appropriation, art shows, and understanding the business of art. Throw a little Nicki Minaj apprecation in there too. "American Youth" encourageseveryone to start asking questions to those around them to get a better understanding of their neighbor. If you feel you know someone who should share their storyon the podcast please submit to our "contact us" page on americanyouthpodcast.com www.americanyouthpodcast.com Kelly's Links: Store: Etsy.com/shop/Freespiritslim Instagram: @Kellyfreespirit333 E-mail: kellyjcreatesmagic@gmail.com American Youth Links: Website: americanyouthpodcast.com Instagram: @weareamericanyouth Twitter: @amyouthpodcast E-mail: americanyouthpodcast@gmail.com Instagram (Personal): @dmylesoliver