How friends shape who we are

By: Student Reporting Labs, Michelle Liu, Sakeenah Amatul

Outlets: PBS News Student Reporting Labs

Published: April 16, 2025

Words: 91

Last Updated: 1 month, 4 weeks ago


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How do your friends influence and inspire you? Our friends change us, for better or for worse. The best friendships inspire us to become better versions of ourselves. Staying in touch is key, which is why pen pals and phone calls are important. Click here for this episode's transcript. Segments were produced by Sakeenah and Tanya from Aurora, Illinois, and Michelle from McLean, Virginia. This episode was produced by Lead Podcast Producer Briget Ganske …

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