Episodes

  • Adriana Galván on the Adolescent Brain, Stress and Systems that Support Young People

    Adriana Galván on the Adolescent Brain, Stress and Systems that Support Young People
    Sep 18 2025
    Adolescence is a time of both vulnerability and possibility. UCLA professor Adriana Galván — a leading researcher on the adolescent brain — joins Casey Foundation President & CEO Lisa Lawson to discuss how brain science can guide education, justice, and social systems to better support young people on their path to adulthood.
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    32 mins
  • Introducing Thrive: A Special CaseyCast Episode With Lisa Lawson

    Introducing Thrive: A Special CaseyCast Episode With Lisa Lawson
    Sep 16 2025
    Lisa Lawson, president and CEO of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, introduces her new book Thrive: How the Science of the Adolescent Brain Helps Us Imagine a Better Future for All Children. In this special short episode, Lisa shares why adolescence is not just a challenge to navigate but an opportunity to help young people ages 14 to 24 flourish — and previews upcoming CaseyCast conversations inspired by the book.
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    2 mins
  • How Medicaid and EMS Corps Are Creating New Futures for Young People | Alex Briscoe on CaseyCast

    How Medicaid and EMS Corps Are Creating New Futures for Young People | Alex Briscoe on CaseyCast
    Jul 6 2025
    What if Medicaid could do more than cover doctor visits? What if it could change lives? In this episode of CaseyCast, public health expert Alex Briscoe joins host Lisa Lawson to explore how rethinking Medicaid can unlock better mental health care, build a more diverse workforce and empower young people. Alex shares the story of EMS Corps, a program he helped launch that trains young adults — many with experience in foster care or juvenile justice — to become emergency medical technicians. With mentorship, stipends and real career options, EMS Corps is proving that workforce development can be a healing intervention. Hear how this model is scaling nationally — and what it takes to turn policy into purpose.
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    31 mins
  • The Power of Mentorship: A Conversation with Artis Stevens

    The Power of Mentorship: A Conversation with Artis Stevens
    Jan 28 2025
    Artis Stevens, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, joins the Annie E. Casey Foundation's Lisa Lawson to discuss how mentorship transforms lives. From breaking cycles of poverty to promoting equity and inclusion, Stevens highlights BBBSA’s innovative programs and vision for the future. Tune in to hear how mentorship creates opportunity and empowers youth to thrive. Learn more at https://www.aecf.org/blog/mentorship-as-a-pathway-to-opportunity-a-conversation-with-artis-stevens
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    41 mins
  • Insights from Lawrence Katz on CaseyCast

    Insights from Lawrence Katz on CaseyCast
    Dec 11 2024
    In this episode of CaseyCast, Lisa Hamilton speaks with Lawrence F. Katz, Harvard economist and co-founder of J-PAL North America, about the transformative role of research and evidence in addressing poverty and inequality. They discuss sectoral employment training, the power of randomized control trials to shape effective social policies and groundbreaking programs like Moving to Opportunity. Katz shares insights on building pathways to economic mobility, the importance of neighborhood effects and how partnerships between researchers, communities and policymakers can drive meaningful change. Tune in to explore how data and collaboration are creating a brighter future for kids and families. Learn more at https://www.aecf.org/blog/lawrence-katz-on-how-research-and-evidence-drive-social-change
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    40 mins
  • Nurturing Young Minds: A Conversation With Ellen Roche

    Nurturing Young Minds: A Conversation With Ellen Roche
    Oct 7 2024
    Join Lisa Hamilton, president and CEO of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, as she interviews Ellen Roche, a leading voice in early childhood education. Discover why relationships are crucial for creating ideal learning environments where all children thrive. Explore the intersection of research and practice, and learn how we can build a brighter future by investing in our youngest learners.
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    39 mins
  • Stephanie Hoopes Talks Survival Budget and Family Success

    Stephanie Hoopes Talks Survival Budget and Family Success
    Feb 13 2023
    In this episode, Lisa Hamilton chats with United Way of Northern New Jersey’s Stephanie Hoopes about building a better measure of financial hardship for workers and families. Stream it now. Learn more at https://www.aecf.org/blog/stephanie-hoopes-on-building-a-better-barometer-for-financial-hardship.
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    26 mins
  • Nicole Lynn Lewis on Young Student Parents

    Nicole Lynn Lewis on Young Student Parents
    Nov 21 2022
    In this episode of CaseyCast: Casey's Lisa Hamilton chats with Nicole Lynn Lewis, who leads Generation Hope, a nonprofit devoted to helping young parents go to — and graduate from — college.
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    34 mins