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Because We Said So

Because We Said So

By: Girls Inc. of Santa Fe
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Because We Said So is a youth-centered podcast from Girls Inc. of Santa Fe that tackles the real issues young people care about—directly from their perspective. Hosted by Madonna Hernandez, each episode features conversations with youth and local experts on topics like identity, mental health, advocacy, and joy. It's bold, honest, and driven by the voices of a generation that refuses to wait their turn.

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Episodes
  • Into the Wild: What Leadership Really Looks Like

    Into the Wild: What Leadership Really Looks Like
    Aug 4 2025

    What does real leadership look like on the trail? Girls Inc. youth Lidah and alum Jasmyn share what they’ve learned. From facing fears to finding strength—through Girls enCourage and NOLS.
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    34 mins
  • My Body, My Choice: Navigating Identity and Health

    My Body, My Choice: Navigating Identity and Health
    Jul 28 2025

    How do we talk to young people about autonomy, identity, and boundaries -- honestly and with care?

    Madonna sits down with Jess Clark, host of Both/And: A Sexual Violence Prevention Podcast, to explore what it means to support youth in owning their bodies and their truth.
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    28 mins
  • Why You Should Listen to Youth Voices

    Why You Should Listen to Youth Voices
    Jul 21 2025

    In the premiere of Because We Said So, host Madonna Hernandez talks with advocate and Girls Inc. of Santa Fe alum, Lila Quezada, about why youth voices aren’t just important -- they’re essential. From being dismissed to driving change, this episode is all about what happens when adults finally start listening.
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    25 mins
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