Bench Mark Studios

Tune in to hear from our good friends Mitch and Bonnie Rudin.

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My Story: Suicide, Depression, and Finding Strength

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Jalissa is joined by Rihanna, a student and Bench Mark, to discuss her story. Rihanna went through the depths of depression, anorexia, and suicide as a young woman. She shares what helped at the time and what continues to help her work through struggles now. The raw and real conversation is worth listening to. Please contact us if you have any questions: bmpstudios@benchmarkprogram.org

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Running A Business In College

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Darren talks with Nat about what it takes to run a business, lead a team at Bench Mark, and attend college full time. Please take the time to hear this incredible story. #benchmarkstrong #podcast #screenprinting #graphicdesign #apparel #nonprofit #startup #business

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Let's Talk About It: Therapy for Youth

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0500

Our very own Jalissa sits down with Kathy, a local therapist, and discusses youth mental health. #benchmarkstrong #podcast #mentor #mentalhealth #therapy

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Preparation and Mindset for DI Athletes

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500

Katie and Passion sit down with Tristen Groff, a Division I field hockey player and friend of Bench Mark. How do you center yourself before a stressful situation? #benchmarkstrong #podcast #mentor #studentathlete #collegeathletics #fieldhockey

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The Resilience of High Risk Youth through Mentoring: Omar's Story

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0500

Please tune in to hear a story of struggle, incarceration, mentorship, and never quitting. Omar has been grinding and the hard work is paying off #benchmarkstrong #podcast #dothingsyoudontwanttodo #mentor #juvenilejustice #hustle

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Building a Relationship: Mentorship with Clarissa and Nancy

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Listen to Clarissa talk about her journey from juvenile justice and homelessness to strength and empowerment and how Nancy became a lasting friend and mentor during that journey #mentor #benchmarkstrong #growth #podcast #relationship

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How did you turn your life around to find purpose?

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0500

Jalissa tells us how she has journeyed through struggle to find purpose and gain perspective in her life #benchmarkstrong #mentor #mentalhealth #podcast #growth

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Gun Violence Prevention: A Mother's Story

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0500

We need to talk about mental health, gun safety, and suicide. Maura Condon-Umble shares her personal story in this conversation. Maura is on the executive committee for the Pennsylvania Office of Gun Violence Prevention as well as involved with the nonprofits CeaseFirePA and Moms Demand Action. #benchmarkstrong #gunsafety #firearmssafety #mentalhealth #mentor

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Therapy: An Essential Tool For Students

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0500

Bench Mark Program offers free therapy to our students. We sit down with the founders and owners of a local company offering therapy. Are you a young person? Are there students in your life who could learn about the potential benefits of therapy? Please listen to this vital conversation. #benchmarkstrong #therapy #podcast #mentor

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Finding Food: SNAP and other resources

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 18:00:00 -0500

Julie Rhoads, VP of Health & Nutrition at CAP Lancaster, talks about food resources in Lancaster County #benchmarkstrong #snap #nutrition @caplanc

Where to eat a meal
https://ourcommunitymeals.org/

Apply for SNAP
https://www.pa.gov/services/dhs/apply-for-the-supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap

211
https://pa211east.org/

CAP
www.caplanc.org

Anchor
https://anchorlancaster.org/

Lancaster Food Hub
https://lancasterfoodhub.org/

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Local Legend Jason Mundok talks Coworking and Podcasting in Lancaster

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0400

Jason helps to run The Candy Factory and So Good Media and has been making Lancaster a better place to live for decades #podcast #benchmarkstrong ⁨@CandyissweetCoworking⁩

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Gun Violence, Youth Mental Health, and Building Connection with Dr. Pia Fenimore, M.D. FAAP

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Bench Mark Students and Dr. Fenimore tackle tough topics in this conversation. #benchmarkstrong #podcast #gunviolence #mentalhealth

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Dealing Drugs. Recovery. Mentoring.

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Noah volunteers at Bench Mark Program and offers his story to encourage, support, and mentor students.

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Community Partnerships, Supporting Victims, and Prosecuting Cases: The District Attorney's Office

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400

A conversation with Lancaster County District Attorney Heather Adams and Director of Victim Witness Services Deanna Weaver. #benchmarkstrong #juvenilejustice

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Hispanic Heritage Month 2025

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0400

Bench Mark students and staff talk about what makes being Hispanic special to them #benchmarkstrong

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Senator James Malone: Mentoring and Legacy

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Senator Malone talks about his background, mentors, and how he approaches public service.

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Winning a Golden Glove, Bullying, and Mentoring

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Yaniel discusses how boxing at Bench Mark Program has allowed him to grow into a mentor himself and how he trained to win a Golden Glove championship. #benchmarkstrong #mentoring #boxing

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Mentoring New Students through Cultural Differences

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Mrs. Byler talks about the valuable work she is doing with students from Africa who are enrolled in the School District of Lancaster. #benchmarkstrong #mentoring

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Overcoming Clinical OCD, Earning a Master's Degree, & Disney Songs

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0400

Beth shares her story with Nate.

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Believing in yourself: Art, education, and entrepreneurship with Nat Dunn

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Nat discusses moving from WV to art school, learning how to screen print, and starting a company.

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World's Strongest Woman Tamara Walcott

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400

This episode has it all: laughs, tears, and chills. Thank you Tamara Walcott for kicking it with us!

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Clarissa's Story

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Clarissa talks about how growing up with Bench Mark Program allowed her to recenter her life and open new doors.

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Dr. Rebecca Fincher-Kiefer on Embodied Cognition

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Nate sits down with Dr. Rebecca Fincher-Kiefer to discuss teaching kids through psychology.

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How to Erase Your Record

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400

Bench Mark sat down with Mark Walmer, the legal brain behind Record Eraser, and discussed empowering people to reclaim their lives by erasing criminal records.

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Bench Mark Sits Down With Producer of Upcoming Documentary "Dyslexia Behind Bars"

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Darren chats with Dr. Stacey Irwin who is currently producing her second documentary with the working title "Dyslexia Behind Bars", which sits at the cross roads of learning differences and the criminal justice system. #benchmarkstrong #juvenilejustice #dyslexia #documentary #illiteracy #reading
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How to make the classroom better - Student discussion with a teacher

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Two students sit down with their teacher to discuss their perspective on the classroom.

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Bench Mark leads the way in predisposition programming - Program Impact

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Learn about the impact Bench Mark Program is having on the predisposition process within juvenile justice.

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Bench Mark Offers Mentoring for Young Women in Lancaster - Program Impact

Fri, 16 May 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Lydia, the manager of the Women's Strength and Fitness Center at Bench Mark, discusses the importance of a women's center and connecting with the girls.

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A Judge's Perspective on Mentoring in the Criminal Justice System

Fri, 09 May 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Nate and Judge Tira discuss various methods for building relationships to promote positive outcomes in the juvenile justice system and beyond.

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Student to Employee - Student Story with Noel

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Tune in to hear Noel's story about growing from a student at Bench Mark to a valued employee.

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Bench Mark Studios Episode 101

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Nate Luvice, a former student and current employee of Bench Mark Program, hosts an insightful conversation centering mentorship in criminal justice with multiple professionals.

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