Episodes 17
Avg. Duration 28m
Activity Moderate
Apple Rating 5.0 (1)
Since Mar 2024
Latest Episode Nov 2025

Publishing Details

Schedule
Monthly
Format
Episodic
Hosting
www.wdiy.org

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About This Podcast

YANA LV — You Are Not Alone, Lehigh Valley — is a monthly mental health-focused show from WDIY's Youth Media Program students Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma. The pair began the show as their own podcast and brought it to WDIY's airwaves in March 2024. Brannagh and Diya tell us more about YANA LV in their own words:Our names are Brannagh and Diya and we are juniors at Moravian Academy High School located in Bethlehem Pennsylvania. Mental health has played a major role in both of our lives. We believe mental health is of paramount importance as it directly influences our overall well-being and quality of life. It’s the foundation for our emotional, psychological, and social well-being, and it impacts how we think, feel, and act daily.So why did we create YANA LV? Over the years we have both struggled with our mental health and wanted to establish a new coping mechanism. Additionally, it was two different experiences that led us to the creation of this podcast. For Brannagh it was her brother with autism who often found himself struggling with his mental health. She wanted to show him he was not alone. For Diya, it was how mental health and Indian dance correlate, especially how her instructor’s mental health was impacted. She wanted to show her and her teammates they are not alone.

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Recent Episodes

Mental Health in Acting with Oakes Fegley | YANA LV

Nov 20, 2025 25m

On this episode of YANA LV, Brannagh Breslin sits down with Oakes Fegley, an actor who's experienced the film and television industry since he was young.

"Our Own Individual Identities" with Gianna and Tianna Tout-Puissant | YANA LV

Oct 16, 2025 27m

On this episode of YANA LV, Brannagh Breslin talks with Gianna and Tianna Tout-Puissant about how their experience as twins has impacted their lives.

Putting the User at the Core with Priya Francis | YANA LV

Aug 21, 2025 30m

On this episode of YANA LV, Diya Sharma and Brannagh Breslin welcome Priya Francis, a college student who sees the connection between skincare and self confidence.

"People Just Process Differently" with Lisa Lewis | YANA LV

Jul 17, 2025 28m

On this episode of YANA LV, Diya Sharma talks with Lisa Lewis, founder of MindMosaic Inclusive HR, to talk about creating inclusive work spaces for neurodivergent employees.

"People Want their Leaders to Be Vulnerable" with Rep. Mike Schlossberg | YANA LV

Jun 19, 2025 28m

On this episode of YANA LV, Diya Sharma and Brannagh Breslin welcome State Representative Mike Schlossberg to talk about being outspoken about mental health in politics.

Discussing What Affects Us Directly with George Wacker | YANA LV

May 15, 2025 30m

On this episode of YANA LV, Diya Sharma sits down with George Wacker of LV With Love Media to talk about covering both fun and serious local topics.

"Addiction Starts in Different Places" with Keyano RoshanRouz | YANA LV

Apr 17, 2025 27m

On this episode of YANA LV, Diya Sharma and Brannagh Breslin talk with Keyano RoshanRouz, a high school student who shares the differences he's seen in all the places he's lived.

"Small Connections Have the Biggest Impact" with Carissa Keichel | YANA LV

Mar 20, 2025 27m

On this episode of YANA LV, Diya Sharma and Brannagh Breslin talk with Carissa Keicehl, a school-based mental health counselor, about supporting mental wellness at all ages.

"Mental Health Isn't Just One Thing" with Maggie Murphy | YANA LV

Feb 20, 2025 29m

On this episode of YANA LV, Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma welcome Maggie Murphy of NAMI LV to talk about the organization's work to break the stigma around mental illness.

"It Put a Stop On Life": Recovering from Sports Injuries with Angie Perucci | YANA LV

Dec 19, 2024 28m

On this episode of YANA LV, Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma talk with Angie Perucci about being a student athlete and how two major injuries impacted her mental health.

Moving Through Feelings with Sarah Carlson and Vernon J. Mobley | YANA LV

Nov 22, 2024 29m

On this episode of YANA LV, Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma welcome Sarah Carlson and Vernon J. Mobley, choreographer and composer for 'The Body Keeps the Score,' a dance show focusing on trauma and…

"Teacher By Profession, Learner at Heart": Islam and Mental Health with Makkah Davis | YANA LV

Oct 18, 2024 27m

On this episode of YANA LV, Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma talk with Makkah Davis about how her focus on her Muslim faith connects to her mental wellbeing.

"Anything Is Possible If You Believe" with David Robertson | YANA LV

Aug 16, 2024 31m

On this episode of YANA LV, Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma welcome David Robertson, founder of Joshway, to talk about the organization's mission of helping youth reach their goals.

"I Am Living Proof of the Power of Poetry" with Carlos Andres Gomez | YANA LV

Jul 19, 2024 29m

On this episode of YANA LV, Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma are joined by Carlos Andres Gomez, a poet from New York City who writes about the complexities of family, masculinity, and oppression.

Spreading Positivity and Pride with Jae Galgano | YANA LV

Jun 21, 2024 25m

On this episode of YANA LV, Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma sit down with Jae Galgano to talk about his experience as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and the importance of providing education.

"It's No Longer a Burden, It's a Beacon of Light" with Amanda Grieme | YANA LV

Apr 19, 2024 28m

On this episode of YANA LV, Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma welcome author Amanda Grieme to talk about writing as a form of stress release and her expression of her experience with bipolar disorder.

"I'm Not My Prosthetic": Understanding Yourself with Herman Abuchowski | YANA LV

Mar 22, 2024 28m

On the debut episode of YANA LV, Brannagh and Diya welcome Herman Abuchowski to talk about his journey with mental health, staying active, and believing in himself as someone with a prosthetic foot.

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YANA LV has published 17 episodes since March 2024, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.

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YANA LV is currently moderate with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 28m.

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