Welcome back to the HFCA Podcast! In this episode, host Mr. Thompson sits down with Mehki Carter and Darwin Johnson on exam day to check in on their thoughts, feelings, and strategies as they face their tests.

🎓 Mehki opens up about his upcoming oral presentation on the power of artificial intelligence and how movies like iRobot reflect both the potential and dangers of AI. Meanwhile, Darwin shares his nerves around group projects and practical test-taking tips that help him stay calm and focused.

📌 What you'll hear in this episode:

• Real talk about stress and exam prep
• Public speaking hacks for oral presentations
• Time-tested tips to approach written exams and overcome nervousness
• A fun AI discussion featuring tools like ChatGPT and Sora

Whether you’re a student looking for motivation or a parent hoping to help your kids succeed, this episode is packed with relatable experiences, practical advice,

and a little humor to lighten the exam-day mood.

💡 Key takeaway: Take notes, breathe, and remember—you’ve got this!

Good luck on your exams! 🎧 Subscribe, like, and share the HFCA Podcast.

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🎙️ Episode Title: "Leadership Beyond Titles"

In this inspiring episode of the HFCA Podcast, hosts Keyia Sconiers and Vashayla Haywood break down what it truly means to be a leader. Leadership isn’t about titles or positions—it’s about everyday actions that create a positive impact.

✨ Episode Highlights:

• Understanding Leadership as Influence: Discover how small actions can create meaningful change in your community or workplace.
• Barack Obama’s Quote in Action: "The best way to not feel hopeless is to get up and do something." Hear how this powerful quote applies to living with purpose and intention.
• Personal Stories: Keyia and Vashayla share personal reflections on leadership, from recognizing the leaders in their own lives to learning how to step into leadership roles themselves.
• Practical Strategies: Learn how to take initiative, show kindness, and lead by example in your daily life.

💡 Key takeaway: Leadership starts with small steps—showing kindness, taking responsibility, and advocating for others. You don’t need a title to lead; you just need the willingness to try.

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and wherever you get your podcasts. Tune in to discover how you can lead from where you are today!

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In this episode, hosts D'ivionne Hardy, Ta'Shawn Carter, and Jayquan Marshall tackle a topic that affects us all—how we spend our time. From managing school schedules to balancing sports, work, and social media, they share personal insights and challenges about staying consistent and learning the value of time.

Join us as we dive into morning routines, distractions, and the struggle between living intentionally versus running on autopilot. Plus, hear practical tips for setting goals, staying motivated, and making every moment count.

💡Are you being intentional with your time, or are you just busy for the sake of being busy? Tune in to find out!

🎧 Available now on all major podcast platforms!

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Hosted by HFCA seniors Aalaeyah Williams and Keyia Sconiers, this episode dives into the powerful impact of habits on our well-being and success. Drawing inspiration from Nicole Cody’s quote, “We create our future self by default or by design,” Aalaeyah and Keyia explore how nearly half of our daily actions are driven by habits—and how small, intentional changes can lead to big transformations.

In this conversation, the hosts discuss:

• The challenge of breaking bad habits and building healthy ones.
• Practical strategies for making positive changes, like journaling, creating routines, and avoiding triggers.
• Why focusing on small, consistent improvements matters more than overnight success.
• Real-life examples of habits that can make or break your future.

Whether it's tackling procrastination, unplugging from social media, or designing a productive daily routine, this episode will inspire you to take control of your habits and create a better version of yourself.

Key takeaway - 🌟Don't let your bad habits outweigh your hustle. Your future is in your hands—by default or design.

🎧 Available now on all major podcast platforms!

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