Claire in a Chair

TAKING THE MIC Claire Whalen, an eighth grader at Cornerstone Academy, records her own weekly podcast. Her episodes, uploaded on Sunday evenings, are targeted to struggles teenagers have to overcome, such as losing friends, coping with anxiety, and being okay with change. You can find her on Instagram @claireinachairpodcast.
Claire in a Chair is a podcast where we dive into issues that teenagers face today. Starting this podcast was an idea that came from my own experiences as a teen navigating friendships, anxiety, and self-love. As a teen, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed as everything around you is changing from your school to your friendships, and even your schedule. My goal with Claire in a Chair is to make a place where teenagers can understand that they are not alone.
The journey of creating Claire in a Chair wasn't always easy, but it was fueled by my passion for giving advice to teens overwhelmed with this new chapter of life. I started the podcast with just a microphone and a lot of ideas, unsure of what would come from it, but excited to give it a try. I quickly found my voice and began recording episodes, and soon Claire in a Chair went from a dream to a reality. Each week, I tackle a range of topics that teens can relate to, from dealing with school stress, managing friendships, and navigating social media. There are also more personal topics like mental health, self-love, and figuring out who you are. My episodes are relatively short and to the point because, let’s be real here, teenagers’ schedules are crazy.
Some of the episodes have featured guest interviews where I talk to teens, wise women, and even Broadway stars about issues that matter. Other episodes focus on personal stories and tips I’ve picked up along the way. I aim to provide something that will help my listeners feel inspired.
Claire in a Chair is more than just a podcast – it’s a place where teens can laugh, reflect, and grow together. As I say at the end of every episode – know your worth, know your beauty, and most of all love yourself, and these are the three key values that guide me in making the podcast. So, time to get out of your chair and look up Claire in a Chair on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Enjoy!
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