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This week on Growing Up in America: The Way it Is, we spotlight the systems shaping children’s lives in Texas and beyond. Dr. Cathy Horn of the University of Houston unpacks barriers to educational equity and the future of college access. Christian Salas, LMSW, explores the realities of child welfare and how we can truly protect vulnerable kids. Wendolyn Ward from the Texas Immunization Project shares critical insights on vaccine access for aging adults, and Dr. Michael Chang of UTHealth Houston returns to discuss pediatric health and the latest on measles outbreaks.
Plus, don’t miss this week's round of “Hip Speak” with Rebecca George, where Gen Z slang meets millennial confusion.
📍 Tune in for real conversations that drive public policy and community change — now streaming wherever you get your podcasts.
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