Updated at 9:27 p.m., Sunday, April 29, 2007
Youth TV show to explore cliques in today's episode
Advertiser Staff
New local television show, "Generation X & Y," has begun airing the first of a series of 12 episodes that address varying societal issues facing the youth of Hawai'i. "Generation X & Y" is designed to inspire a young and diverse generation to speak out, get involved to better understand each other's differences, and aspire for positive change.Today's program, featuring Kamehameha Middle School students, will address the issue of "cliques."
Each "Generation X & Y" episode features two groups of students (X & Y), ages 9-18, from a particular school, discussing opposing opinions on an issue that they have pre-selected. Prior to filming, each group produces a 2.5 minute short film, portraying their stance on their chosen issue. During the actual show, the two groups showcase their videos and discuss their stances, in a 30-minute talk show format.
"Today's young generation tend to be confused and often misled by ignorance and lack of true guidance," said Johnny Bandack, creator and host of the "Generation X & Y" series. "Understanding and awareness defeat ignorance and lead to harmony and peace. My ambition in life, as it is the objective of this show, is to encourage people, especially children, to respect each others' differences and try to understand life's issues in order to effectively work together in bringing positive change."
The first season of "Generation X & Y" episodes, which are broadcast every Sunday at 5:30 p.m. on KHON2 and every Saturday at 5:30 p.m. on CW93.
Season two of "Generation X & Y" begins filming in June and will be expanding to include not only local school groups, but any Hawai'i resident younger than 25. Interested parties that would like to publicly discuss an issue that has potential to raise awareness, ranging from the simplest to the most controversial, are welcome to submit an application. Individuals or groups can apply to be on the show and additional information can be found at www.generationxandy.com.
