We help kids turn screens into tools for self expression and courageous collaboration. Being “loud” means showing up, creating something different, being assertive. Youth need more space to practice their “loudness,” especially in our digital world. Whether it be with a microphone or camera, we trust youth to be creators (not just consumers) –their opinions, ideas, and perspectives are valid and must be expressed.
Be Loud exists to amplify kid voice in a time where too many youth are silenced. Kids have things to say. We want to give them the platform to not only share their stories, but to confidently broadcast them to the larger community. By doing so, we believe that they will feel affirmed and confident to become more active changemakers, listeners, and culture bearers.
For this episode of Be Loud Radio Hour, we bring you audio essays and reflections from the Born After the Storm Project as a part of the commemoration of the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Learn more about this project at www.bornafterthestorm.com
In this episode, we meet Taylor and Roland from Covenant House, a local non-profit organization combating youth homelessness and human trafficking in New Orleans. Joined by Director of Community and Youth Engagement, Sheri Combs, they share how Covenant House represents not just shelter—but a foundation for transformation that promotes growth to ensure community growth. Trigger Warning – This episode contains discussion of suicide and sensitive content
Be Loud was so excited to record at the FutureFest NOLA Youth Summit! Part of the #IAmNewOrleans project, FutureFest brought together a collective of speakers, creative leaders, and community organizations to provide the stories and tools needed to help students navigate their future. We set up a podcast studio and listened to youth talk about what it means to be from New Orleans.
“What do you want for your future? What are your dreams?” These are the questions Mentor Jarrett Brinson asks his mentee Ahmad in this inspiring recording from @lakidsrights. Too often, society floods us with negative messages about youth—especially Black youth and system-impacted youth—while giving them few opportunities to share their own stories. Ahmad challenges us, as adults, to stop, truly listen, and rethink how we see young people. He shares his dreams for the future—dreams we can all relate to: to feel safe, motivate others, and yes, to one day live in a penthouse. Listen in today to hear from an amazing young person and an incredible mentor who encourages kids to speak their dreams into reality.
At a time when harmful policies are targeting queer and trans youth, we’re doubling down on what we believe heals: listening, amplifying, and centering youth voices—especially those most often silenced. These poems from DJ Lux and L.O.L.A from our Golden Mic Festival speak to why we need to listen, espcially at this moment.
This month, we have sat down with some amazing youth participating in the Youth Climate Action Fund in New Orleans. These future leaders have started climate initiatives designed to raise awareness and combat specific effects of climate change in our community. Molly has started Carnival Kids- a start up business designed to replace plastic waste at Mardi Gras parades. She came through the studio to tell us more about her bamboo cups, her collaboration with Grounds Krewe NOLA, and how much she loves power tools!
DJs interview each other and special guests to the studio about where to look to find joy during confusing times and why are things so confusing right now anyways? There's a lot of good advice and great ideas in this segment for for all those looking for a little boost of joy!
This week, DJ Brix and DJ Oreo sat down to interview City Council President Helena Moreno🔥
In this episode, Be Loud DJs met with Lauren LaRose and Mariana Barry Boyd, two experts working to share and promote how social media affects teenagers. DJ Bird and Diggity Deuce sat down with them and asked important questions on how we can build a more balanced and informed relationship with technology. But, we also wanted to give youth an opportunity to share their own perspective. Be Loud DJs recorded insights into their digital lives. Exploring the highs and lows of social media engagement. So tune in and listen to our next segment on social media and what the digital world means to Be Loud Teens.
DJs on the Scene! Listen to Be Loud DJs interview members of the New Orleans community with ties to the historic Dew Drop Inn as the Inn plans to finally reopen after years of disrepair following Hurricane Katrina.
Be Loud DJs are interviewing local leaders, creators, and activists via Zoom, asking them questions about their life and learning from their unique experience. This week, DJ Rose and dj dj interviewed Jerome Morgan from Ngombo Cafe and Sanctuary. Jerome shared his experience in prison and more importantly, the courage and community he found when freed and exonerated in 2017. Thank you Jerome for your patience, time, and positive energy with Be Loud.
DJ Dice, DJ Loud, and DJ Colby interviewed the amazing @tankandthebangas. From their favorite food to their creative process, our DJs asked fire questions to this amazing group of musicians and humans. Big shout out to the band for their time, positivity, and words of wisdom. There was so much good energy in the conversation that we are breaking it into two parts. Be sure to check out part 2!
Be Loud visited JAM NOLA and it was so fun! DJs toured the different rooms and experiences, taking notes and photos along the way. Beads. Costumes. Spinning selfies. DJs were challenged to write and record a script that captured their favorite part of the experience.
