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Studies have shown that, unlike adults, many teenagers greatly overestimate their risk of dying in the near future. But what does that fatalistic attitude mean for the actual health of those teens? Youth Radio’s Ankitha Bharadwaj [ahn-KEY-tah BAR-d’waj] reports.
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Review of "Fatalistic Teens Increase Risk of HIV Infection"This piece is very well produced; the production value is good, and Ankitha already sounds like a professional announcer. In terms of content, the mix of research, interviews, and personal stories provides the listener with a thorough examination of a disturbing trend among young people, but also includes a few ideas for solutions along the way. |
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INTRO:Studies have shown that, unlike adults, many teenagers greatly overestimate their risk of dying in the near future. But what does that fatalistic attitude mean for the actual health of those teens? Youth Radio’s Ankitha Bharadwaj [ahn-KEY-tah BAR-d’waj] reports.
OUTRO:Ankitha Bharadwaj's story was produced by Youth Radio and BeyondTheOdds.org. It comes to you from Public Radio Makers Quest 2.0, an initiative of AIR, the Association of Independents in Radio, Incorporated. This project is made possible with funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.


Sandra Chen
Posted on November 29, 2009 at 11:52 PM | Permalink
YEB review of Fatalistic Teens Increase Risk of HIV Infection
This piece was heart-breaking, sincere and eye-opening. This is, hands-down, one of the best radio pieces that I've listened to. The piece was detailed, it had several different angles to it and was persoanl at the same time. The piece is also relatable. Everyone can understand the reckless behvaior of those who think they won't live. Take any of the characters from The Great Gatsby. THis piece was well-done with the perfect trimmings. Just like the perfect steak.
Definitly worth a taste.