Grown Up U Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:55:00 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1848684 en-us © 2026 Grown Up U yes dfa0d924-fabb-5091-8739-d2f1e9fce46a Division-of-Agriculture episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Division-of-Agriculture https://storage.buzzsprout.com/rxqfdq6bf8z67u9bztcxb9gg9uqs?.jpg Grown Up U My First Real Job and They Already Want Me to Retire! Part 2 My First Real Job and They Already Want Me to Retire! Part 2 When is the right time to think about retirement? Expert advice says, when you are young. It's never too soon to start investing in your future!  
 Our host, Alison Crane - Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Garland County will ask her guest, Dr. Laura Hendrix, University of Arkansas Associate Professor - Personal Finance & Consumer Economics and an accredited financial counselor, questions about how to invest and when dabbling in the stock market is beneficial. Dr. Hendrix has some good advice on finding reliable information to help take some of the worry out of investing in Part 2 of My First Real Job and They Already Want Me to Retire!

]]> When is the right time to think about retirement? Expert advice says, when you are young. It's never too soon to start investing in your future!  
 Our host, Alison Crane - Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Garland County will ask her guest, Dr. Laura Hendrix, University of Arkansas Associate Professor - Personal Finance & Consumer Economics and an accredited financial counselor, questions about how to invest and when dabbling in the stock market is beneficial. Dr. Hendrix has some good advice on finding reliable information to help take some of the worry out of investing in Part 2 of My First Real Job and They Already Want Me to Retire!

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-14715973 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 18:00:00 -0500 956 4 4 full false My First Real Job and They Already Want Me to Retire! Part 1 My First Real Job and They Already Want Me to Retire! Part 1 Filling out all of the paperwork for your first real job can be intimidating, especially when you have to make all of the decisions about your benefits and retirement plan. 
Never Fear! Our Grown Up U podcast is here to take the guess work out by explaining the types of retirement and investments that could be offered plus providing some commonsense advice on saving your money for retirement and for emergencies. Listen as our host, Alison Crane - Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Garland County interviews her guest, Dr. Laura Hendrix, University of Arkansas Associate Professor - Personal Finance & Consumer Economics and accredited financial counselor, to define financial terminology and take some of the guesswork out of filling out benefits forms. 

]]> Filling out all of the paperwork for your first real job can be intimidating, especially when you have to make all of the decisions about your benefits and retirement plan. 
Never Fear! Our Grown Up U podcast is here to take the guess work out by explaining the types of retirement and investments that could be offered plus providing some commonsense advice on saving your money for retirement and for emergencies. Listen as our host, Alison Crane - Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Garland County interviews her guest, Dr. Laura Hendrix, University of Arkansas Associate Professor - Personal Finance & Consumer Economics and accredited financial counselor, to define financial terminology and take some of the guesswork out of filling out benefits forms. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-14649136 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 17:00:00 -0600 906 4 3 full false Needs Vs Wants - Setting Priorities Needs Vs Wants - Setting Priorities When it comes to spending money, there are five facts that cannot be ignored. Mary Ann Kizer, Jefferson County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, and Dot Hart, Arkansas Extension Homemakers Cares – Mental Health and Well-Being Chairman and National Volunteer Outreach Network Vice-President for 9 states, share those important facts that every consumer needs to know and offer some wise tips for making money decisions based on the “Buyerarchy of Needs.” 

]]> When it comes to spending money, there are five facts that cannot be ignored. Mary Ann Kizer, Jefferson County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, and Dot Hart, Arkansas Extension Homemakers Cares – Mental Health and Well-Being Chairman and National Volunteer Outreach Network Vice-President for 9 states, share those important facts that every consumer needs to know and offer some wise tips for making money decisions based on the “Buyerarchy of Needs.” 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-14550340 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 17:00:00 -0600 654 4 2 full false Do I Need a Vitamin? Do I Need a Vitamin? The supplement section in a store almost always takes up a full aisle. That means it's important to take vitamins, right? 
Listen to Garland County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Alison Crane, as she visits with Dr. Jamie Baum, Associate Professor for Food Science at the University of Arkansas and Director of the Center for Human Nutrition at UADA, to find out the facts about multivitamins and whether or not they are actually beneficial. You might be surprised by what you hear.

]]> The supplement section in a store almost always takes up a full aisle. That means it's important to take vitamins, right? 
Listen to Garland County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Alison Crane, as she visits with Dr. Jamie Baum, Associate Professor for Food Science at the University of Arkansas and Director of the Center for Human Nutrition at UADA, to find out the facts about multivitamins and whether or not they are actually beneficial. You might be surprised by what you hear.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-14471259 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0600 1393 4 1 full false Tis the Season: Eating Healthy and Safe! Tis the Season: Eating Healthy and Safe! Is it possible to eat healthy during the holidays and still enjoy all of the parties and family gatherings? Julie Goings, Phillips County - Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, has some easy-to-follow tips for how make healthy food choices at holiday gatherings and still enjoy some cake. Plus, Julie has some food safety steps that can keep your holiday dishes safe as well as tasty.

]]> Is it possible to eat healthy during the holidays and still enjoy all of the parties and family gatherings? Julie Goings, Phillips County - Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, has some easy-to-follow tips for how make healthy food choices at holiday gatherings and still enjoy some cake. Plus, Julie has some food safety steps that can keep your holiday dishes safe as well as tasty.

]]> Buzzsprout-11793251 Wed, 30 Nov 2022 22:00:00 -0600 292 3 9 full false How to Follow a Recipe and Tips for Measuring How to Follow a Recipe and Tips for Measuring Have you ever tried to cook something, and it just didn't turn out like you hoped?  Learn what it means to follow a recipe and how to properly measure ingredients using the correct measuring tool. Valerie Turner, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Monroe County, shares tips to help your meals turn out like a pro.

]]> Have you ever tried to cook something, and it just didn't turn out like you hoped?  Learn what it means to follow a recipe and how to properly measure ingredients using the correct measuring tool. Valerie Turner, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Monroe County, shares tips to help your meals turn out like a pro.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-11746239 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0600 611 3 8 full false Networking 101 Networking 101 Maybe you have not thought about it before, but networking is a valuable tool to finding the right job or making connections. In today's podcast, Garland County FCS Agent, Alison Crane, will share the basics of networking and what is the most effective type of networking - informational interviews. 

]]> Maybe you have not thought about it before, but networking is a valuable tool to finding the right job or making connections. In today's podcast, Garland County FCS Agent, Alison Crane, will share the basics of networking and what is the most effective type of networking - informational interviews. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-11634099 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0600 363 3 7 full false Immunizations - Yes or No Immunizations - Yes or No Are you a new parent or new at making vaccination decisions for yourself?

Knowing the facts about immunizations can help you make an informed choice.  Listen as Phillips County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Julie Goings, helps dispel some of the myths about vaccines so you can make an informed choice for you or your family. 

]]> Are you a new parent or new at making vaccination decisions for yourself?

Knowing the facts about immunizations can help you make an informed choice.  Listen as Phillips County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Julie Goings, helps dispel some of the myths about vaccines so you can make an informed choice for you or your family. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-11576609 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:00:00 -0500 384 3 6 full false Making Introductions Making Introductions Do you feel awkward when meeting someone for the first time? Are you unsure when and how to make an introduction in a social situation? This is the perfect podcast for you. Listen as Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Julie Going, shares tips based on Emily Post's Etiquette to help you make the perfect introduction. 

]]> Do you feel awkward when meeting someone for the first time? Are you unsure when and how to make an introduction in a social situation? This is the perfect podcast for you. Listen as Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Julie Going, shares tips based on Emily Post's Etiquette to help you make the perfect introduction. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-11533369 Wed, 19 Oct 2022 19:00:00 -0500 389 3 5 full false Roommates and Cleaning Roommates and Cleaning Cleaning and disinfecting have been hot topics for the past couple of years. But the importance of cleaning and its purpose hasn’t changed. Tristin Bolton, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Crawford County, along with Stephanie London from the University of Arkansas Fort Smith, will share just why it is important to clean and share cleaning responsibilities in a shared space, like a dorm.  

]]> Cleaning and disinfecting have been hot topics for the past couple of years. But the importance of cleaning and its purpose hasn’t changed. Tristin Bolton, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Crawford County, along with Stephanie London from the University of Arkansas Fort Smith, will share just why it is important to clean and share cleaning responsibilities in a shared space, like a dorm.  

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-11410314 Thu, 29 Sep 2022 17:00:00 -0500 695 3 4 full false Basic Cleaning Basic Cleaning How often do you need to clean your home or living space? Where did you learn to clean? Tristin Bolton, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Crawford County, along with co-host Casey Ford,  will share the standards of cleanliness that we should all follow and suggest simple products to get you started. 

]]> How often do you need to clean your home or living space? Where did you learn to clean? Tristin Bolton, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Crawford County, along with co-host Casey Ford,  will share the standards of cleanliness that we should all follow and suggest simple products to get you started. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-11363304 Wed, 21 Sep 2022 18:00:00 -0500 752 3 3 full false Suicide Grief: Coping with the Loss Suicide Grief: Coping with the Loss In today’s podcast, we will be discussing suicide. If you or someone you know is in need of help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text HOME to 741741 or go to www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

The death of a friend or loved one by suicide can be one of the most traumatic experiences in a person's life. Picking up the pieces as a suicide survivor can take a long time but it can be done. In this episode of Grown Up U, Alison Crane, Garland County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, and her guest, Julie Fant, counselor and owner of Divine Therapy, discuss coping skills for those experiencing that type of loss and what friends and family can do to help. 

]]> In today’s podcast, we will be discussing suicide. If you or someone you know is in need of help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text HOME to 741741 or go to www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

The death of a friend or loved one by suicide can be one of the most traumatic experiences in a person's life. Picking up the pieces as a suicide survivor can take a long time but it can be done. In this episode of Grown Up U, Alison Crane, Garland County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, and her guest, Julie Fant, counselor and owner of Divine Therapy, discuss coping skills for those experiencing that type of loss and what friends and family can do to help. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-11335568 Sat, 17 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -0500 1671 3 2 full false Distracted Driving Can Be Costly Distracted Driving Can Be Costly We hear all the time don't drive distracted, but why is that so important? Join Mary Ann Kizer, Jefferson County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent and her guest, Dot Hart, as they share the costs of distracted driving. Staying focused on the road could save a life!

]]> We hear all the time don't drive distracted, but why is that so important? Join Mary Ann Kizer, Jefferson County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent and her guest, Dot Hart, as they share the costs of distracted driving. Staying focused on the road could save a life!

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-11281409 Wed, 07 Sep 2022 22:00:00 -0500 447 3 1 full false Back to Basics with Mental Health Back to Basics with Mental Health Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness Month? According to Mental health America, 46 percent of Americans will meet the criteria for a diagnosable mental health condition sometime in their life, and half of those people will develop conditions by the age of 14.  Join Rachel Chaney, Yell County FCS agent and special guest, Rebecca Simon, Family Life/Early Childhood Instructor and Mental Health First Aid Trainer, as they talk about getting back to basics with mental health. 

]]> Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness Month? According to Mental health America, 46 percent of Americans will meet the criteria for a diagnosable mental health condition sometime in their life, and half of those people will develop conditions by the age of 14.  Join Rachel Chaney, Yell County FCS agent and special guest, Rebecca Simon, Family Life/Early Childhood Instructor and Mental Health First Aid Trainer, as they talk about getting back to basics with mental health. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-10649979 Thu, 19 May 2022 22:00:00 -0500 1019 2 12 full false Staying Safe Online Staying Safe Online We all know the internet as a place of endless information, connections, resources, apps, and of course, games. It has become the “next best thing to sliced bread” as the old saying goes. For as much good that the internet can and does bring to our lives, it also brings about the bad and ugly.
In today’s Grown Up You podcast FSC agents, Julie Going and Valerie Turner,  talk about why it is  important to stay on guard when you are on the internet and tips for staying safe.  

]]> We all know the internet as a place of endless information, connections, resources, apps, and of course, games. It has become the “next best thing to sliced bread” as the old saying goes. For as much good that the internet can and does bring to our lives, it also brings about the bad and ugly.
In today’s Grown Up You podcast FSC agents, Julie Going and Valerie Turner,  talk about why it is  important to stay on guard when you are on the internet and tips for staying safe.  

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-10602280 Thu, 12 May 2022 20:00:00 -0500 521 2 11 full false Managing College Graduation Stress Managing College Graduation Stress The stress of graduating from college is real. Meeting all the requirements, completing those last assignments, and taking make or break your grade finals can all build up to make you feel overwhelmed. You have worked so hard to receive a degree and instead of exhilaration all you feel is stress. Alison Crane, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent for Garland County, Arkansas, and her son, Jonathan Crane, discuss the stressors of college graduations and some stress busting tips for not letting them get to you.

]]> The stress of graduating from college is real. Meeting all the requirements, completing those last assignments, and taking make or break your grade finals can all build up to make you feel overwhelmed. You have worked so hard to receive a degree and instead of exhilaration all you feel is stress. Alison Crane, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent for Garland County, Arkansas, and her son, Jonathan Crane, discuss the stressors of college graduations and some stress busting tips for not letting them get to you.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-10564941 Thu, 05 May 2022 10:00:00 -0500 560 2 10 full false Managing High School Graduation Stress Managing High School Graduation Stress This may be the moment you have been waiting for but graduating from high school can still bring a lot of stress. Don't let the pressure make your memories of this important accomplishment unhappy. Taking steps to manage your stress by learning some coping skills can help you enjoy this special time in your life. Listen as Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Pamela Luker, and high school senior, Destini Nguyen, discuss ways to make your last weeks of high school less stressful. 

]]> This may be the moment you have been waiting for but graduating from high school can still bring a lot of stress. Don't let the pressure make your memories of this important accomplishment unhappy. Taking steps to manage your stress by learning some coping skills can help you enjoy this special time in your life. Listen as Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Pamela Luker, and high school senior, Destini Nguyen, discuss ways to make your last weeks of high school less stressful. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-10562323 Wed, 04 May 2022 22:00:00 -0500 617 2 9 full false Tips for Safe Dating in a Digital Age Tips for Safe Dating in a Digital Age In the digital age, navigating online dating websites and apps can feel like a minefield, especially as romance scams have become more prevalent. Over the last five years, over one billion dollars has been reported lost to romance scams.  In this week’s podcast, Valerie Turner, Staff Chair in Monroe County and her guest, Rebekah Hall from the office of communications for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture will highlight tips for dating safely in our digital age.

]]> In the digital age, navigating online dating websites and apps can feel like a minefield, especially as romance scams have become more prevalent. Over the last five years, over one billion dollars has been reported lost to romance scams.  In this week’s podcast, Valerie Turner, Staff Chair in Monroe County and her guest, Rebekah Hall from the office of communications for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture will highlight tips for dating safely in our digital age.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-10475432 Wed, 20 Apr 2022 17:00:00 -0500 682 2 8 full false Help! I've Lost Important Documents! Help! I've Lost Important Documents! Oh No! Either you have lost your copy of one of your vital documents or maybe you never had a copy, and you need one for school or work. Before the thought of going to the Vital Records office makes you anxious, listen as Alison Crane, Family & Consumer Sciences Agent, shares what you need to know to get a copy of your important records. You’ll learn how to get a copy of your birth certificate, marriage license, a replacement Social Security card and death certificates for a loved one.

]]> Oh No! Either you have lost your copy of one of your vital documents or maybe you never had a copy, and you need one for school or work. Before the thought of going to the Vital Records office makes you anxious, listen as Alison Crane, Family & Consumer Sciences Agent, shares what you need to know to get a copy of your important records. You’ll learn how to get a copy of your birth certificate, marriage license, a replacement Social Security card and death certificates for a loved one.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-10445111 Fri, 15 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0500 645 2 7 full false Getting Enough Sleep Getting Enough Sleep Is your alarm clock your friend or foe?  For most of us that depends on how much sleep we got the night before. 
Over 70 million Americans suffer from sleep disorders that affect one’s overall sleep patterns. In today's podcast, Mary Ann Kizer, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, and Dot Hart, Extension Wellness Ambassador and EHC Delta District Director, share why adults should get a good night's sleep and some easy to follow, inexpensive tips for helping you get good sleep. 

]]> Is your alarm clock your friend or foe?  For most of us that depends on how much sleep we got the night before. 
Over 70 million Americans suffer from sleep disorders that affect one’s overall sleep patterns. In today's podcast, Mary Ann Kizer, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, and Dot Hart, Extension Wellness Ambassador and EHC Delta District Director, share why adults should get a good night's sleep and some easy to follow, inexpensive tips for helping you get good sleep. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-10404112 Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0500 502 2 6 full false Low Cost Food - More Than Ramen Noodles Low Cost Food - More Than Ramen Noodles With rising food costs, many Americans, especially young adults in college or just starting their careers are looking for ways to stretch their food dollars.  In this episode Family and Consumer Sciences Agents, Casey Ford and Tristin Bolton, brainstorm ways that young adults can save money on food.

]]> With rising food costs, many Americans, especially young adults in college or just starting their careers are looking for ways to stretch their food dollars.  In this episode Family and Consumer Sciences Agents, Casey Ford and Tristin Bolton, brainstorm ways that young adults can save money on food.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-10349841 Wed, 30 Mar 2022 17:00:00 -0500 937 2 5 full false Can I Eat the Pizza I Left Out Overnight? Can I Eat the Pizza I Left Out Overnight?  In today’s busy world, take-out and delivered foods are increasing in popularity. Some foods are served hot, and some are served cold when purchased. In this episode, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Jessica Angel, dives into safe steps in food handling, proper safety cooking techniques, and storage that are essential in preventing foodborne illness and keeping food safe. 

]]>  In today’s busy world, take-out and delivered foods are increasing in popularity. Some foods are served hot, and some are served cold when purchased. In this episode, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Jessica Angel, dives into safe steps in food handling, proper safety cooking techniques, and storage that are essential in preventing foodborne illness and keeping food safe. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-10308404 Wed, 23 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0500 507 2 4 full false Why Bother to Maintain a Healthy Weight? Why Bother to Maintain a Healthy Weight? Losing weight is hard and maintaining a healthy weight requires self-discipline, but that does not mean the journey is not worth the effort. Alison Crane, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Garland County, will share the benefits of maintaining a healthy weight and how establishing some simple good habits can make it achievable not miserable.

]]> Losing weight is hard and maintaining a healthy weight requires self-discipline, but that does not mean the journey is not worth the effort. Alison Crane, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Garland County, will share the benefits of maintaining a healthy weight and how establishing some simple good habits can make it achievable not miserable.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-10288588 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0500 670 2 3 full false Fast Facts on Fad Diets Fast Facts on Fad Diets We hear about fad diets everywhere!!! Before you decide to try the latest craze, listen in on some fast facts about fad diets to learn about why they may not be all that they are cracked up to be. Join Pamela Luker, the Family Consumer Sciences Agent for Pope County, as she interviews Dr. Jamie Baum, the Associate Professor of Nutrition and Director of the Center for Human Nutrition Department of Food Science with the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. Dr. Baum shares information to help you know recognize fad diets and learn about diets that are proven to be effective and safe.

]]> We hear about fad diets everywhere!!! Before you decide to try the latest craze, listen in on some fast facts about fad diets to learn about why they may not be all that they are cracked up to be. Join Pamela Luker, the Family Consumer Sciences Agent for Pope County, as she interviews Dr. Jamie Baum, the Associate Professor of Nutrition and Director of the Center for Human Nutrition Department of Food Science with the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. Dr. Baum shares information to help you know recognize fad diets and learn about diets that are proven to be effective and safe.

]]> https://www.uaex.uada.edu/life-skills-wellness/grown-up-u-podcast/default.aspx Buzzsprout-10221203 Wed, 09 Mar 2022 17:00:00 -0600 733 #grownupu, #grownupupodcast, #uada 2 2 full false Basic Nutrition Using MyPlate Basic Nutrition Using MyPlate Do you get confused by all the nutrition information out there?  You are not the only one!!! Tune in to hear FCS agent, Alison Crane, and her daughter-in-law, Amanda Crane, share how you can use MyPlate as a tool to simplify healthy eating! March is National Nutrition Month, and we have some great information for how you can take some simple steps to improve your diet.

]]> Do you get confused by all the nutrition information out there?  You are not the only one!!! Tune in to hear FCS agent, Alison Crane, and her daughter-in-law, Amanda Crane, share how you can use MyPlate as a tool to simplify healthy eating! March is National Nutrition Month, and we have some great information for how you can take some simple steps to improve your diet.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-10179482 Wed, 02 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0600 1001 2 1 full false Assessing Your Taxes - What to Know Assessing Your Taxes - What to Know Ever get to the DMV to renew your car tags only to find out your need proof of tax assessment? Did you know what to do? If you are clueless about what I am talking about then you need to listen to this episode of Grown Up U. Phillips County FCS Agent, Julie Goings, and Agriculture Agent, Shawn Payne, share all you need to know about tax assessment. Listening should save you time when heading to renew those tags and maybe keep your name out of the paper, too. 

]]> Ever get to the DMV to renew your car tags only to find out your need proof of tax assessment? Did you know what to do? If you are clueless about what I am talking about then you need to listen to this episode of Grown Up U. Phillips County FCS Agent, Julie Goings, and Agriculture Agent, Shawn Payne, share all you need to know about tax assessment. Listening should save you time when heading to renew those tags and maybe keep your name out of the paper, too. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9963477 Thu, 27 Jan 2022 10:00:00 -0600 369 1 22 full false Filing Your Taxes - Tax Preparation Options Filing Your Taxes - Tax Preparation Options It is time to get those important tax papers ready! Tax season is upon us! Rachel Chaney, Yell County FCS Agent talks with special guest Dr. Laura Hendrix, Associate Professor for Personal Finance and Consumer Economics, as she shares tips for preparing your taxes once you have collected your important tax papers. 

]]> It is time to get those important tax papers ready! Tax season is upon us! Rachel Chaney, Yell County FCS Agent talks with special guest Dr. Laura Hendrix, Associate Professor for Personal Finance and Consumer Economics, as she shares tips for preparing your taxes once you have collected your important tax papers. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9916844 Wed, 19 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0600 550 1 21 full false Filing Taxes - Collecting Important Papers Filing Taxes - Collecting Important Papers Whether it's your first time to file taxes or your twentieth time, filing taxes can be a little stressful. Never fear! There is hope! Follow our advice on collecting those important tax papers and you'll be cool as a cucumber and ready for next week's episode on your filing options. Listen as Rachel Chaney, the Yell County Family Consumer Science Extension Agent visits with Dr. Laura Hendrix, Associate Professor for Personal Finance and Consumer Economics with the University of Arkansas System, Division of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service. Dr. Hendrix has some great "adulting" information for you. 

]]> Whether it's your first time to file taxes or your twentieth time, filing taxes can be a little stressful. Never fear! There is hope! Follow our advice on collecting those important tax papers and you'll be cool as a cucumber and ready for next week's episode on your filing options. Listen as Rachel Chaney, the Yell County Family Consumer Science Extension Agent visits with Dr. Laura Hendrix, Associate Professor for Personal Finance and Consumer Economics with the University of Arkansas System, Division of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service. Dr. Hendrix has some great "adulting" information for you. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9874560 Wed, 12 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0600 513 1 20 full false Basic Budgeting - Getting Started Basic Budgeting - Getting Started Have you ever wondered where you spent your money? Or maybe you are working to be independent, and you need to figure out if you can even afford to do that. In today's podcast, Garland County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Alison Crane, will share the basics of budgeting to help you set up your own spending plan. 

]]> Have you ever wondered where you spent your money? Or maybe you are working to be independent, and you need to figure out if you can even afford to do that. In today's podcast, Garland County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Alison Crane, will share the basics of budgeting to help you set up your own spending plan. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9839156 Wed, 05 Jan 2022 21:00:00 -0600 316 1 19 full false Shopping for a Credit Card Shopping for a Credit Card In today's episode, Jefferson County Extension agents, Mary Ann Kizer and Kurt Beaty, share the steps you need to take when shopping for a credit card. Be a smart consumer and learn the facts about credit cards before you accept all those card offers coming each month in the mail. Once you have listened to our podcast, visit https://www.uaex.uada.edu/life-skills-wellness/personal-finance/uaex-money-blog/ to learn more about building your credit and wise money management. 

]]> In today's episode, Jefferson County Extension agents, Mary Ann Kizer and Kurt Beaty, share the steps you need to take when shopping for a credit card. Be a smart consumer and learn the facts about credit cards before you accept all those card offers coming each month in the mail. Once you have listened to our podcast, visit https://www.uaex.uada.edu/life-skills-wellness/personal-finance/uaex-money-blog/ to learn more about building your credit and wise money management. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9831941 Tue, 04 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0600 403 1 18 full false Renting Versus Buying Renting Versus Buying Trying to decide whether to rent or buy? It's a big decision. 
Before you pay out any money or start shopping, take a few minutes to listen to Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Julie Goings and her guest, as they discuss the pros and cons of renting and buying and what you need to consider before making that big decision.

]]> Trying to decide whether to rent or buy? It's a big decision. 
Before you pay out any money or start shopping, take a few minutes to listen to Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Julie Goings and her guest, as they discuss the pros and cons of renting and buying and what you need to consider before making that big decision.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9782098 Thu, 23 Dec 2021 17:00:00 -0600 205 1 17 full false You've Got the Car, Now the Insurance You've Got the Car, Now the Insurance Maybe you’ve heard Brad Paisley’s song, All I Wanted Was a Car, and thought that you could work hard and save up to buy your first car. The cost of a car doesn’t stop once you’ve paid for the car… there’s maintenance, gas and of course, insurance. Join Alison Crane, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent and her guest, Anna Crane, as they discuss what you need to know when purchasing car insurance and how to save money. 

For more information you can download the brochure provided by the Arkansas Insurance Department at https://insurance.arkansas.gov/uploads/pages/brochures/auto.pdf 

]]> Maybe you’ve heard Brad Paisley’s song, All I Wanted Was a Car, and thought that you could work hard and save up to buy your first car. The cost of a car doesn’t stop once you’ve paid for the car… there’s maintenance, gas and of course, insurance. Join Alison Crane, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent and her guest, Anna Crane, as they discuss what you need to know when purchasing car insurance and how to save money. 

For more information you can download the brochure provided by the Arkansas Insurance Department at https://insurance.arkansas.gov/uploads/pages/brochures/auto.pdf 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9728578 Wed, 15 Dec 2021 18:00:00 -0600 767 1 16 full false Buying a Car Buying a Car Buying your first car can be a little scary. For many people, buying a car is their first major purchase. Cars are expensive and so is maintenance and insurance, you want to make a wise choice and get a car that you can be proud of and will last. On today's Grown Up U episode, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Mary Ann Kizer, and Agriculture Agent, Kurt Beaty, discuss everything you need to consider and check when buying a new or used car.

]]> Buying your first car can be a little scary. For many people, buying a car is their first major purchase. Cars are expensive and so is maintenance and insurance, you want to make a wise choice and get a car that you can be proud of and will last. On today's Grown Up U episode, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, Mary Ann Kizer, and Agriculture Agent, Kurt Beaty, discuss everything you need to consider and check when buying a new or used car.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9687947 Wed, 08 Dec 2021 17:00:00 -0600 360 1 15 full false Paying Bills Paying Bills A major part of being an adult is paying bills. Following our practical steps to bill paying can help you track your expenses and give you some real peace of mind that your bills are being paid on time and you are keeping your credit in good standing. Listen to Family and Consumer Sciences Agents, Rachel Cheney and Pamela Luker, as they share their own personal experiences with paying bills and how to avoid the pitfalls of late fees and shut-off notices.

]]> A major part of being an adult is paying bills. Following our practical steps to bill paying can help you track your expenses and give you some real peace of mind that your bills are being paid on time and you are keeping your credit in good standing. Listen to Family and Consumer Sciences Agents, Rachel Cheney and Pamela Luker, as they share their own personal experiences with paying bills and how to avoid the pitfalls of late fees and shut-off notices.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9652730 Thu, 02 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0600 868 1 14 full false It's Your Money... Bank It! It's Your Money... Bank It! Have you thought about what to do with your hard earned money? Do you have questions about whether you should open an account at a bank? In today's podcast you can join FCS agents, Julie Goings and Valerie Turner, and their guest, Dana Worstell from Southern Bankcorp, as they discuss what you need to know about setting up an account and why you should keep your money in a bank. 

]]> Have you thought about what to do with your hard earned money? Do you have questions about whether you should open an account at a bank? In today's podcast you can join FCS agents, Julie Goings and Valerie Turner, and their guest, Dana Worstell from Southern Bankcorp, as they discuss what you need to know about setting up an account and why you should keep your money in a bank. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9630629 Mon, 29 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0600 795 1 13 full false Planning Your Holiday Budget Planning Your Holiday Budget Where did the year go?  Have you been saving all year for your Christmas purchases?  
Be ahead of the game!  Start with a holiday budget. 
Join  Mary Ann Kizer, Family & Consumer Sciences Agent, and AEHC Delta District Director, Dot Hart, as they share tips for planning your holiday budget that will help you to enjoy all of the festivities without stressing about how you are going to pay for it later. 

]]> Where did the year go?  Have you been saving all year for your Christmas purchases?  
Be ahead of the game!  Start with a holiday budget. 
Join  Mary Ann Kizer, Family & Consumer Sciences Agent, and AEHC Delta District Director, Dot Hart, as they share tips for planning your holiday budget that will help you to enjoy all of the festivities without stressing about how you are going to pay for it later. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9551474 Mon, 15 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0600 327 1 12 full false It Takes More Than Grades to Get the Scholarship It Takes More Than Grades to Get the Scholarship Just because your grades aren't the highest, it does not mean you aren't eligible for scholarships and just because you have great grades, it does not mean you will automatically win the scholarship. Listen to Family and Consumer Sciences agents, Valerie Turner and Julie Goings, as they discuss how it takes more than grades to get the scholarship.  You might find out you have more going for you than you think or at least learn a few areas to improve!

]]> Just because your grades aren't the highest, it does not mean you aren't eligible for scholarships and just because you have great grades, it does not mean you will automatically win the scholarship. Listen to Family and Consumer Sciences agents, Valerie Turner and Julie Goings, as they discuss how it takes more than grades to get the scholarship.  You might find out you have more going for you than you think or at least learn a few areas to improve!

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9476225 Tue, 02 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0500 622 1 11 full false Tips for Finding Scholarships Tips for Finding Scholarships College is expensive and for most students scholarships are a must, but the whole process can be super intimidating. Our easy to follow tips for finding scholarships and filling them out can take away some of the stress. (By the way, the Cooperative Extension Service has several scholarship opportunities across the state of Arkansas. Contact your county Extension office to learn more.)

]]> College is expensive and for most students scholarships are a must, but the whole process can be super intimidating. Our easy to follow tips for finding scholarships and filling them out can take away some of the stress. (By the way, the Cooperative Extension Service has several scholarship opportunities across the state of Arkansas. Contact your county Extension office to learn more.)

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9466452 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 18:00:00 -0500 1034 1 10 full false The Cost of Losing Your Stuff - Part 2 Lost Wallet The Cost of Losing Your Stuff - Part 2 Lost Wallet There is a sickening feeling that accompanies the realization that you have lost your wallet or purse. In Part 2 of The Cost of Losing Your Stuff, Amy Monk, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, and her son, Will, discuss what to do if you lose your wallet and how to replace your important cards and documents.

]]> There is a sickening feeling that accompanies the realization that you have lost your wallet or purse. In Part 2 of The Cost of Losing Your Stuff, Amy Monk, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, and her son, Will, discuss what to do if you lose your wallet and how to replace your important cards and documents.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9408067 Thu, 21 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0500 424 1 9 full false The Cost of Losing Your Stuff - Part 1 Lost Keys The Cost of Losing Your Stuff - Part 1 Lost Keys "Where, oh, where has my little _____ gone? Oh, where could it be?" Before this is you, singing this sad song, you might need a little talk about the costs involved in losing your stuff and in case, you have already lost something we'll give you some great advice for how to replace it. Join Amy Monk, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, and her son, Will, as they discuss the surprising costs of losing your keys and how to keep up with them in the future.

]]> "Where, oh, where has my little _____ gone? Oh, where could it be?" Before this is you, singing this sad song, you might need a little talk about the costs involved in losing your stuff and in case, you have already lost something we'll give you some great advice for how to replace it. Join Amy Monk, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, and her son, Will, as they discuss the surprising costs of losing your keys and how to keep up with them in the future.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9408022 Thu, 21 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0500 411 1 9 full false Your Time, Your Goals Your Time, Your Goals Do you have hopes and dreams that you want to achieve? Making those goals a reality starts with time management. Join FCS agents, Casey Ford and Charla Hammonds, as they share winning strategies for using your time in a way that aligns with your goals. We guarantee it will be a good use of your time!

]]> Do you have hopes and dreams that you want to achieve? Making those goals a reality starts with time management. Join FCS agents, Casey Ford and Charla Hammonds, as they share winning strategies for using your time in a way that aligns with your goals. We guarantee it will be a good use of your time!

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9361385 Wed, 13 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0500 518 1 8 full false Managing Stress Managing Stress Got stress? Today's podcast by Mary Ann Kizer, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Jefferson County, shares resources for managing stress. Join Mary Ann and her guest, Dot Hart,  as they talk about ways to overcome stress from our Extension handout, Managing Stress: Turning Challenges into Blessings. After listening to our podcast, visit our website to download a copy of the handout to learn more ways to handle stress at Managing Stress: Turning Challenges into Blessings (uada.edu). 

]]> Got stress? Today's podcast by Mary Ann Kizer, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent in Jefferson County, shares resources for managing stress. Join Mary Ann and her guest, Dot Hart,  as they talk about ways to overcome stress from our Extension handout, Managing Stress: Turning Challenges into Blessings. After listening to our podcast, visit our website to download a copy of the handout to learn more ways to handle stress at Managing Stress: Turning Challenges into Blessings (uada.edu). 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9325301 Wed, 06 Oct 2021 20:00:00 -0500 331 1 7 full false Budgeting Your FAFSA Return Budgeting Your FAFSA Return Woohoo! You've just received a refund check from your student financial aid! Before you go on a spending spree, there are a few thing that you need to consider. On today's episode of Grown Up U, Alison Crane, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, will talk about the educational and living expenses that your refund is meant to cover and how to budget it wisely so that you can actually afford to stay in school. 

]]> Woohoo! You've just received a refund check from your student financial aid! Before you go on a spending spree, there are a few thing that you need to consider. On today's episode of Grown Up U, Alison Crane, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, will talk about the educational and living expenses that your refund is meant to cover and how to budget it wisely so that you can actually afford to stay in school. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9288933 Thu, 30 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0500 666 1 6 full false Top Tips for Social Cues & Real Life Interactions Top Tips for Social Cues & Real Life Interactions It can be challenging to try to navigate interpersonal interactions - especially if you find yourself in a new place or tend to be shy or socially awkward.  Join Alison Crane and her guest, Conner Shipman, as they discuss the physical and verbal clues that happen during  conversations or social interactions. Learn tips for how to improve your ability to read social cues and ways to become more comfortable in social settings, both personal and professional. 

]]> It can be challenging to try to navigate interpersonal interactions - especially if you find yourself in a new place or tend to be shy or socially awkward.  Join Alison Crane and her guest, Conner Shipman, as they discuss the physical and verbal clues that happen during  conversations or social interactions. Learn tips for how to improve your ability to read social cues and ways to become more comfortable in social settings, both personal and professional. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9242874 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0500 1445 1 5 full false How to Get Along with Roommates and Coworkers How to Get Along with Roommates and Coworkers Managing relationships isn’t just about family and friends. You spend most of your day with co-workers or even live with college roommates. Cultivating these relationships from the start in a positive way means you are on the fast track to personal and professional success. Today’s podcast presented by agents, Rachel Chaney and Pamela Luker, will be the emotionally intelligent guide you need for building the basis of healthy habits in the workplace and dorm room.  

]]> Managing relationships isn’t just about family and friends. You spend most of your day with co-workers or even live with college roommates. Cultivating these relationships from the start in a positive way means you are on the fast track to personal and professional success. Today’s podcast presented by agents, Rachel Chaney and Pamela Luker, will be the emotionally intelligent guide you need for building the basis of healthy habits in the workplace and dorm room.  

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9199783 Wed, 15 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0500 1654 1 4 full false Top Three Tips for Going Back to School or Starting Work Top Three Tips for Going Back to School or Starting Work Are you nervous about starting college or starting your first “real world” job? If so, start  listening to Family and Consumer Sciences Agents, Pamela Luker and Rachel Chaney, as they share some tips to make the transition from high school to college or to your first job a little easier.  (By the way, we're a little nervous about starting up our podcast series, so we can totally relate!)



]]> Are you nervous about starting college or starting your first “real world” job? If so, start  listening to Family and Consumer Sciences Agents, Pamela Luker and Rachel Chaney, as they share some tips to make the transition from high school to college or to your first job a little easier.  (By the way, we're a little nervous about starting up our podcast series, so we can totally relate!)



]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9155242 Wed, 08 Sep 2021 16:00:00 -0500 1854 1 1 full false Tips for Setting up Utilities Tips for Setting up Utilities So, you are going to move into your first apartment or house and you need to signup for utilities but aren't sure how to get started. Join FCS agent, Amy Monk, and her son Will as they discuss what Will needs to do to have the  power, internet, etc. turned on in his new apartment.

]]> So, you are going to move into your first apartment or house and you need to signup for utilities but aren't sure how to get started. Join FCS agent, Amy Monk, and her son Will as they discuss what Will needs to do to have the  power, internet, etc. turned on in his new apartment.

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9156058 Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0500 279 1 3 full false How to Get Established in a New Place How to Get Established in a New Place Moving into a new place creates a long To Do list. Today, we are going to look at five things that need to be done after you have moved whether you have left home for college or moved out on your own for the first time. Listen as Alison Crane, FCS agent in Garland County, Arkansas visits her recently graduated daughter, Anna Crane. As they share some of the things that will help you get established after you have moved to a new place. 

]]> Moving into a new place creates a long To Do list. Today, we are going to look at five things that need to be done after you have moved whether you have left home for college or moved out on your own for the first time. Listen as Alison Crane, FCS agent in Garland County, Arkansas visits her recently graduated daughter, Anna Crane. As they share some of the things that will help you get established after you have moved to a new place. 

]]> Division-of-Agriculture Buzzsprout-9156014 Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0500 1070 1 2 full false