College in the U.S. costs a LOT. But why? And what are some ways to make it more affordable? We're answering all of these questions (and MORE!) in our newest episode of #AboveTheNoise. youtube.com/watch?v=NTJT_L… #PBSDS #KQED #College

D.A.R.E. (drug abuse resistance education) is back in classrooms and revamped like never before...or is it? youtube.com/watch?v=6WMHuW…

Lobbyists get paid to try to convince lawmakers to adopt or oppose policies on behalf of their clients--but are they really as bad as their reputation? Find out in today's BRAND NEW episode of #AboveTheNoise. youtube.com/watch?v=nhNsb6…

Beavers are dam-building, furry little cuties but did you also know that these adorable rodents can help fight climate change? Yup! They're real superheroes! #AboveTheNoise #KQED #PBSDS #Science #Education youtu.be/juFtc_xAjKY

Autism is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain that can affect how people behave, communicate, interact, and learn. It exists on a spectrum, meaning it shows up differently depending on the person. youtu.be/dtckq9qOvEQ

KQED Live and the @YRMedia pod squad are set to host an environmentally friendly, all-natural, compostable, net-zero sustainable party hour! Come through on Sat, Feb. 25 to get your eco on. 🎟️kqed.org/event/2795

NEW ABOVE THE NOISE EPISODE! Myles explores the health impacts of freeways and looks at removing them as a potential solution. youtube.com/watch?v=ow5NMC… #AboveTheNoise #KQED PBS #Education #EnvironmentalIssues #EnvironmentalRacism #Highways

The U.S. military faced a historic recruitment crisis in 2022, failing to meet goals for enlisting new soldiers by a wide margin. Why are so many young people saying no to military service?youtube.com/watch?v=zN4P4K…

America tosses out tons of old electronics every year, a lot of that e-waste contains toxic chemicals. If they're not handled properly, they can contaminate the environment... So what actually happens to all that hazardous e-waste? youtube.com/watch?v=j3Av1-…

Is social media encouraging conformity -- or is it a way for us to express our individuality? We collaborated with KQED’s Youth Advisory Board members Zoya S., Asha D., and Jacquelin T.  to research, write and produce this episode! youtube.com/watch?v=fduXfL…

Why are apps so addictive? It's by design. Learn how user interface design tricks keep us watching, scrolling, and living for the Likes. Co-produced with Common Sense Education in collaboration with Project Zero. youtu.be/EY13xhNYsJw

Myles talked with Emma Lembke Design It For Us--a coalition for young folks to share how online spaces should be designed safely and intentionally. Hear what they have to say about the addictive apps we can't seem to put down. youtu.be/EY13xhNYsJw

Is caffeine GOOD for you? It seems like everyone in the entire world is constantly consuming this drug – with coffee being one of THE MOST popular forms here in the U.S. Watch and weigh in! youtube.com/watch?v=wyVenL… We wanna know: What's your relationship like with caffeine?

Check out our 5 tips for moving students from content consumers to creators during #medialitwk. You'll find an Above the Noise video co-produced with Common Sense Education & Project Zero as well as 2 free media-making workshops for teachers. kqed.org/education/5367…