Open Orchard Productions

High adventure does not scare this 4-year old! Quads, dirt bikes, and boating are just part of his life. However, listen to find out the one thing that’s even too scary for him to try!

Did you know there are currently more cell phones in the world than toothbrushes? Meet Joselyn Miller, co-founder of Global Grins, a philanthropy that donates toothbrushes globally to people in need. Listen to find out more about her cause and how you can help out.

Military food has come a long way since the canned rations of World War I. However, has the overall quality of nourishment or taste necessarily improved? Today's soldiers and military chefs will weigh in on how food in the military evolved over time as well as how it can be improved in the future.

In this last episode of Rachel’s series called “Outlooks", she asks kids ages 5-18 a simple, yet thought-provoking question. For students, parents, and educators alike, these answers may entertain you and surprise you.

From patrolling the streets of Sunset Boulevard to infiltrating prostitution rings, this female police officer has seen it all. Patty Corso’s perspective of the streets, run away youth, and police work is riveting.

Does Hollywood accurately depict high school life? Any high schooler will tell you "No"! Diamond Naga Siu embarks on her ongoing series called "THIS is high school" in order to reveal the truth about high school life in the 21st century. In this episode, she will interview her peers about what causes them stress and how they handle it.

After making a confounding discovery, a bird takes on a heroic pursuit for identity and acceptance; a poem written and read by Ellery Stritzinger.

Follow Rachel as she progressively interviews kids ages 5-18 and asks them a simple, yet thought-provoking question. This is the third of four episodes in her series entitled "Outlooks."

Inspired by Frost's focus on the choices we make throughout our lives, Sarah has recorded voices from progressive ages to read his poem. The auditory and symbolic value of this piece accentuate her interpretation.

After developing a passion for basketball in Kindergarten, Jacob has dedicated himself to mastering the sport - even when the challenge was great.

World of Warcraft - a mystical game filled with all sorts of terrible, grotesque creatures. But to Sara, this strange game means the world to her. Come explore one of the many adventures of Twilightfang: a young Draenei on her quest of self exploration, determined to become one of the great warriors of her time.

What conclusions about parenthood will teenagers come to after participating in their AP Psychology class' flour baby project? Listen as they share their surprises, accidents, and insights while caring for their babies.

Until she was a teenager, this young lady lived in comfort. What she didn't see coming was the moment when she lost everything. Find out why her world turned upside down and how she coped.

Women in the United States have accomplished much in recent years, but many must still make a difficult choice between having careers or having children. Some brave women choose to do both. In the wake of Anne-Marie Slaughter's recent article "Why Women Still Can't Have it All," Grace follows Laurie Soriano, a lawyer, poet, and mother of three.

Follow Rachel as she progressively interviews kids ages 5-18 and asks them a simple, yet thought-provoking question. This is the second of four episodes in her series entitled "Outlooks."