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That's Totally Normal!

Seeker and TRAX from PRX

As soon as we’re born our bodies are constantly growing, changing, breaking and at times, confusing us. And the biggest changes, growths and confusions seem to come when we’re young, vulnerable and easily embarrassed. Yes, we’re talking about puberty. And yes, it sometimes can be hard to talk about. But, it doesn’t need to be. This podcast will give young people a chance to put on some headphones and learn on their own as we break down the biology, chemistry and health topics of growing, changing and going up.

As soon as we’re born our bodies are constantly growing, changing, breaking and at times, confusing us. And the biggest changes, growths and confusions seem to come when we’re young, vulnerable and easily embarrassed. Yes, we’re talking about puberty. And yes, it sometimes can be hard to talk about. But, it doesn’t need to be. This podcast will give young people a chance to put on some headphones and learn on their own as we break down the biology, chemistry and health topics of growing, changing and going up.

4hr 14min
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Let's talk about the basics of puberty, but without any of the awkwardness!
October 28, 20209min 56sec23.85 MB
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As a developing young person, you deserve to know what may lie ahead and also understand ways that you can protect yourself from Sexually Transmitted infections and HPV.
April 14, 20218min 1sec19.27 MB
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On this episode we discuss sex and consent because, just like puberty, sexual activity operates on different timelines for different people -- and that’s totally normal!
April 7, 20219min 11sec11.04 MB
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On this episode we dig deep into what sexual orientation is, and explain why puberty is the time when someone first explores sexual orientation.
March 31, 20219min 11sec22.05 MB
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Developing crushes and sexual attraction is a totally normal part of puberty, and on this episode, we dig into what sexual attraction means, and what’s happening in our bodies to make us feel that way.
March 24, 20218min 43sec20.93 MB
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In this episode we break down why relationships change so much during puberty, and examine all the different types of relationships we may encounter.
March 17, 202110min 52sec26.12 MB
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So this episode...might feel a little awkward for some listeners. I’m going to address all parts of self-pleasure that are natural and healthy and why these urges seem to arise during puberty
March 10, 20218min 35sec20.61 MB
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Vaginal discharge is TOTALLY NORMAL. I know we haven’t always talked about it as a major part of puberty, but it is a MAJOR part of having a vagina. Why? Tune in to find out!
March 3, 20217min 29sec17.97 MB
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Tune in to this week’s episode to learn why voice changes happen, and why they are totally normal!
February 24, 20218min 52sec21.29 MB
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On this episode…growth spurts and the skin changes that go along with them.
February 17, 20219min 10sec22.04 MB
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On this episode…sleep!
February 10, 202114min 31sec13.95 MB
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This week, we talk all about the basics of periods, and an interview with a special guest!
February 3, 202118min 9sec43.58 MB
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On this episode…erections, semen and wet dreams.
January 27, 20219min 10sec22.02 MB
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Tune in to learn all about boobs, nipples, and more!
January 20, 202110min 46sec25.86 MB
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That’s right. A whole episode on zits, pimples, comedones, acne, and bacne
January 13, 202111min 38sec27.95 MB
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Tune into this episode to find out why we have body odor, and what we can do keep it under control.
January 6, 202112min28.82 MB
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Happy Holidays From Dr. T and That's Totally Normal!
December 23, 20201min 19sec3.2 MB
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On this episode we’ll be talking about the ‘why’ and the ‘how’ of mental health.
December 16, 202017min 48sec42.75 MB
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Let’s face it, body hair is one of the weirder parts of puberty. Periods, testicle enlargement and growth spurts all make sense...but body hair? Why?
December 9, 202012min 19sec29.57 MB
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In this episode we talk about all things body image from symmetrical faces, to big boobs, to slender females and muscular males, we uncover all the reasons why body image is such a big part of puberty.
December 2, 202015min 52sec38.12 MB
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Gender Identity can be a confusing topic, so let's talk about exactly what gender identity is!
November 18, 202012min 31sec30.06 MB
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Breasts, periods, pubic hair…all milestones on the beautiful path toward adulthood!
November 11, 202013min 49sec33.17 MB
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Testicle and penis growth, body hair, growth spurts, voices cracking…all condensed into one tiny podcast.
November 4, 202012min 59sec31.18 MB
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A new podcast from Seeker that breaks down the science of what is happening in your body during puberty!
October 21, 20201min 15sec3.01 MB

What Is Puberty?

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October 28, 20209min 56sec

Let’s be honest -- even TALKING about puberty can be awkward. You’ve probably already had plenty of uncomfortable puberty conversations with your parents, friends or the gym teacher who’s forced to teach you this stuff in school. And that’s where we come in. This podcast is JUST FOR YOU.

So grab some headphones and listen as I answer the question, “What is Puberty?”

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What Is Puberty?
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