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U-POD Season 5 Episode 2

  • Greg Allen, Executive Director SJSCI
  • Nov 25
  • 2 min read

U-POD Season 5 Episode 2:

U-POD the UmattR Podcast

In this UPOD – The UmattR Podcast video blog, Wyatt Boognl sits down with Maddie Schmidt, Miquey Alred, and Emily Crumb for “Charlie Talk: Part Two,” continuing a thoughtful and student-led discussion about beliefs, civic engagement, and the responsibility that comes with having a voice. The group explores the growth of Turning Point USA chapters, the role of free speech, and how young people are navigating conversations around faith, values, and identity in today’s schools. Rather than debating to “win,” the students focus on understanding, dialogue, and standing firm in what you believe with respect.

 

As the conversation deepens, the students reflect on confidence, integrity, and action—highlighting the difference between simply talking about beliefs and actually living them out. They discuss the importance of public speaking, social media influence, and showing up consistently, even when it’s uncomfortable. A strong theme throughout the episode is leadership through example: doing the right thing when no one is watching, setting boundaries, and understanding that real influence often starts small but grows through consistency and courage.

 

The episode closes with a powerful reminder of what UmattR stands for: being peacemakers, choosing words over violence, and surrounding yourself with people who push you toward growth and purpose. Whether you lead loudly or quietly behind the scenes, your actions matter, and so does the company you keep. This conversation reinforces that change doesn’t require perfection, just commitment, empathy, and the willingness to stand for something positive in your community.







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