April 29, 2019 Using Media to Tackle Tricky Topics: Kids and Sex

Kids are binge-watching a slew of new shows that tackle the tough topics of sexuality and relationships with refreshing candor and raunchy humor. From the animated series Big Mouth to the teen comedies Sex Education and Pen15, Common Sense praises these quirky shows for normalizing awkward, complex topics in a surprisingly sweet and relatable way.

Join us for a conversation with two of the creators behind this pop-culture phenomenon that kids relate to and adore, an award-winning journalist whose work focuses on teens' sexual attitudes and behaviors, and a pediatrician whose specialty is empowering kids and adults to talk about the trickiest of all topics: puberty.

6:30 p.m.: Casual dinner

6:45—7:15 p.m.: Teens meet and greet with Bo and Nick

7:15—8:30 p.m.: Panel discussion with Q & A

8:30 p.m.: Dessert and coffee