Explore every episode of the podcast 4Students
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 4: Hallway Heartbreak | 27 Feb 2026 | 00:34:17 | |
February’s episode features Aarti in conversation with three female-identifying students as they explore the realities of romantic relationships in high school. Together, they reflect on handling rejection, navigating parental expectations around dating, and how each person’s experiences are shaped by their unique social location. Through honest stories and thoughtful discussion, the episode highlights the complexities of young love in 2026. 4Students is a Toronto District School Board production hosted by school and clinical psychologist Dr. Aarti Kumar and engineered by social worker Kadeam Cox. For comments or questions, please contact: aarti.kumar@tdsb.on.ca and kadeam.cox@tdsb.on.ca. | |||
| Episode 3: Breaking the Rotation | 30 Jan 2026 | 00:25:09 | |
In this episode, students team up with Aarti to talk honestly about how teens are exposed to drugs and why some continue using them. Aarti explains how substances can affect the developing brain and why this knowledge matters. The students also share powerful ideas on how schools can create safer spaces and better support teens facing these challenges. 4Students is a Toronto District School Board production hosted by school and clinical psychologist Dr. Aarti Kumar and engineered by social worker Kadeam Cox. For comments or questions, please contact: aarti.kumar@tdsb.on.ca and kadeam.cox@tdsb.on.ca. | |||
| Episode 2: These Friends of Mine | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:25:23 | |
In this episode, three students discuss the challenges of making and maintaining friendships in 2025. They explore how technology has shifted social norms and behaviors, and why it’s important to thoughtfully curate your friend group. 4Students is a Toronto District School Board production hosted by school and clinical psychologist Dr. Aarti Kumar and engineered by social worker Kadeam Cox. For comments or questions, please contact: aarti.kumar@tdsb.on.ca and kadeam.cox@tdsb.on.ca. | |||
| Episode 1: Thoughts of the future | 28 Nov 2025 | 00:21:20 | |
In the premiere episode of 4Students, three Grade 12 students join Aarti to open up about the excitement, uncertainty, and big emotions that come with graduating high school. They share their hopes, challenges, and plans for life beyond graduation. 4Students is a Toronto District School Board production hosted by school and clinical psychologist Dr. Aarti Kumar and engineered by social worker Kadeam Cox. For comments or questions, please contact: aarti.kumar@tdsb.on.ca and kadeam.cox@tdsb.on.ca. | |||