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Talking and Stuff

Georgia - comedian, actor and youth advocate - talks to young people about the things they are thinking about, feeling and what they want other young people to know. This is a place for the stuff that is hard to talk about, the stuff that is confusing, that hurts, that is a bit scary or that you wish more folks would talk about. If you need someone to talk to please email georgiavanc@gmail.com and if you"d like to be a guest on the show you can also reach Georgia there.

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All Episodes

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Ep 34. Aliyah - Talking and Stuff "Procrastinating,...

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2025/10/30

In this episode of Talking and Stuff, Aliyah opens up about growing up in a Filipino family and the challenges of not speaking Tagalog — and how that's shaped her sense of belonging. She shares her dreams of becoming a social worker to help kids, her self-proclaimed title as an "epic procrastinator," and her love for roller coasters and adventure. It's a real, honest, and heartwarming conversation about identity, family, and finding your place in the world. MUSIC CREDIT: Upbeat Inspiring Folk

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Ep.33 Mia - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C "She...

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2025/10/01

Ever get the feeling you are talking to a future star??? Well...We met Mia last year and learned about her love for architecture, her family and her faith. This year we dug into her dream of being a musical theatre performer, actress and singer. She may be shy off the stage but not once those lights come on and it's pretty magical to behold! I'd keep an eye out for the name Mia Mejia!!! MUSIC CREDIT AND KUDOS: Fappy Faces by Dirk Dehler Thanks to Free Music Archive- license CC BY

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Ep.32 Kevin - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C:...

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2025/08/28

This week’s episode of Talking and Stuff is something a bit different — no edits, no cuts, just Kevin being his full, unfiltered self. From opening up about what it was like growing up shy and feeling alone, to glowing as he shares the joy of finally finding real friends (and maybe even a secret admirer 👀💌), Kevin takes us on a ride through his world. You’ll hear the love he has for his family, the way he admires his dad, his wish for people to be a little kinder, and his big dreams of starting

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Ep 31. Yerly Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C — :...

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2025/08/14

In this episode, we meet Yerly — and when we weren’t cracking up, we shared so many sweet things!! I really loved our chat and she has a new fan in me! She shares her dream of becoming a homicide detective (watch out, CSI), her deep love for her family (yes, the chihuahua is includedt), and spills the sweetest T about her parents' love story. 💌 We also talk about what “a real life” looks like — one where she gets to breathe, relax, and yes... even pay bills?! (She’s built different.) And just wait

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Ep 30 - Yareli - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2025/07/31

Season 3 kicks off with Yareli — high school senior, big sister, book lover, and future world-changer. In this episode of Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C, Yareli gets real about the pressure of senior year, why she wants to become a lawyer to protect families, and how her love for her brothers and classic books keeps her grounded. It’s a conversation full of heart, honesty, and hope — from fighting injustice to dreaming about peace. Come for the real talk, stay for the good vibes. 💫 🌀 Talking

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Ep 29. Isabella - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/07/26

I loved talking with Isabella, she is wise beyond her years at 10 years of age. We discussed all the important topics: friends, safety and whether we would want a dragon or a unicorn. Her happiness and simple love of life is contagious - I hope you catch it too :) Thank you Hollywood PAL for introducing me to Isabella :)

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Ep 28. Miguel - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/07/12

It was a complete joy to talk with Miguel and enjoy what an incredible young man and addition to our world he is! I've never been asked so many questions by a guest before and enjoyed being able to share and talk through some really interesting topics like people with different brain types, dragons and Aussie slang! I hope you get as much from listening and learning from Miguel as I did! I can't wait to see what he invents and creates to make our world a better place for everyone! Thank you

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Ep 27. Daniela - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/06/28

It was such a joy talking with and learning from Daniela, 12 years old. Getting to see her art work was so impressive and her passion for interior design was inspiring. I love how much she loves her friends and her ideas of how to make this world a better place. Thanks Hollywood PAL for introducing me to Daniela!!

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Ep 26. Alejandra - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/06/15

Alejandra is 10 years old (almost 11) and is a soulful young person who already is thinking of all the ways she can help others. I feel so lucky that she brought her art to share with me and told me about her hopes to be a doctor or a therapist so she can help people when they have injuries on their outsides and insides. Thank you so much Hollywood PAL for giving me the chance to get to know Alejandra even better!!

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Ep 25. Maritssa - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/05/31

I had so much fun giggling and talking with 8 year old Maritssa! I challenge you not to laugh at least once! And amongst the giggles I got to learn about her plans to be a special education teacher, her wish to have telekinesis as a super power and her turtles Bob and Ruby! But the thing I learned the most is the power of laughter and how happy you can feel when you just get to laugh with someone - thanks Maritssa, you made me feel very happy!!!

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Ep 24. Yaritssa - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/05/10

Yaritssa and I had so much fun chatting and laughing and sharing that we didn't want it to end! We talked about school, her plan to be an Obstetric Surgeon, her family (and when she said I was part of that family my heart nearly burst from happiness!!) I've know Yaritssa for many years, she has always been a very special young person and I am so proud and impressed with the incredible young lady she is growing into being!! Thank you Hollywood PAL for introducing me to Yaritssa all those years

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Ep 23. Bruce - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/04/26

Bruce Nolan is one impressive 8 year old. Not often I meet a young person who would choose to be in school on their favorite day!! I loved learning from Bruce about his love for math and soccer and how he wishes he could speak every language to help people calm down and get on better!! I think you will love Bruce just as much as I do!! Thanks Hollywood PAL for introducing me to Bruce Nolan

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Ep 22 . Keiry - Talking and stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/04/12

Talking with Keiry (pronounced Katie) the day after she turned 14 was such a joy!! We got to share our love for swimming and she shared all about her plans to be a pediatric nurse. She was so brave to talk about being bullied and how she wishes she could end all bullying. I love that on the one day she was in charge of the world she would also make sure everyone gets access to all the opportunities they deserve. Thank you so much to Hollywood PAL for introducing me to Keiry!!

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Ep 21. Yasir - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/03/29

Yasir is one chill, cool and honest 12 year old. It was a joy to get to talk to him about the things he like to do and an honor that he shared with me some of the things that he finds hard and that make him sad. I think a lot of us can relate to that feeling of sadness when you try really hard at something but you still don't' get the grades' you want. Thank you Hollywood PAL for introducing me to Yasir!

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Ep 20. Veronika - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/03/15

I loved talking to Veronica. She is a very strong young woman who has been on a big journey with her family to live here in LA. I loved learning about her love for art, and cats and carrots - two of three things that I love too! Thank you Hollywood PAL for allowing me to share time with Veronika.

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Ep 19. Mia - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/03/01

Mia is a proud member of Hollywood PAL and at 13 she has big plans and an and even bigger heart! It is a joy to listen to her talk about her love for her Mom, sister and whole family. We connected on our love of basketball and I was inspired by her goal to be an architect so that she can build safe homes for everyone. Thank you Hollywood PAL for introducing me to Mia :)

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Ep 18 Iker - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/02/23

My first interview with the kids of Hollywood PAL is with the wonderful Iker! He was so brave to tell me that he was so nervous but I think you will agree he did a fabulous job of being himself, talking from his heart about his family and all he loves and sharing some v cool facts about dinosaurs!! Thanks so much Iker for being you and thank you Hollywood PAL for introducing me to this special young man!!

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Ep.17 Bo - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/02/09

I had soo much fun chatting with 12 year old Bo from Cincinnati, OH. So many of his answers surprised me and made my heart fill with feels! It is clear how much Bo loves his family and cares for people and I am so excited to see how he is going use his natural charisma, and acting skills to influence the world for good one day soon! With Bo as King I think world peace might just be possible!! Thank you to The Brogan Agency for introducing me to this special young man!!

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Ep.16 Leo - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/01/19

Leo is 12 years old and has lived in Los Angeles for two years after moving down south from a small town near Santa Cruz. He has a lot of wisdom to share about change and losing people and also gets my vote for President of the world!! I can't wait to see him take over Hollywood and my money is on there being a Leo special in every pizza shop across the town in 10 years time!! You can check out Leo on IG: Leo.brien.official Thank you Autumn at The Brogan Agency for introducing me to my new

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Ep.15 Eva - Talking and Stuff with Georgia Van C

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2024/01/12

It was so fun getting to talk to Eva who is 9 years old and lives in San Luis Obispo. We discovered we have so much in common - we both love swimming and singing and musical theatre!! I loved Eva's way to approach performing nerves and balancing your confidence!! I cant wait to see her perform on stage and maybe one day we will even perform together! So fun!! Thank you to The Brogan Agency for introducing me to this super star!!

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