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HEADLINES: The leading entertainment figure who raped a younger woman in his own home can now be named. Tanya Plibersek says there has "never been a better time" to be a first-home buyer in Australia. Gambling reform advocates have told a Senate inquiry that betting companies have used lavish inducements to keep high-spending customers gambling. Authorities have warned of a "long, difficult journey" ahead in terms of bird flu. Council staff at a regional NSW council are set for long weekends every week. GET IN TOUCHGot a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma?Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au SUBSCRIBER GIVEAWAY: The Out Loud hosts have handpicked their all-time favourite reads and one subscriber is winning the entire 12-book stack. Subscribe to Mamamia here to be automatically entered. Already a subscriber? Don't sweat it, you're already in. T&Cs apply. CREDITSHost: Charlotte MortlockProducers: Charlotte Mortlock, Talissa Bazaz & Georgie Page Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here Did you know some of our shows are now in video on the Apple Podcast app? Make sure your phone is up to date and check it out here! Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The summer is finally upon us! Teachers are decompressing. Students are celebrating. Holiday companies have tripled their prices. Childcare arrangements become complicated for many families. The summer holidays continue to be a contentious issue, with many differing views within education, let alone outside of it. Join Jo Fox, Maud Waret and Liz Webb to share your opinions on the summer break - or tell us how you'll be spending it!
08/02/2026The Healthy Matters PodcastS06_E04 - Backpacks, Books and Bugs: It's Back-to-School 101!With Special Guest: Dr. Leslie King-Schultz, MD, MPHIt's back-to-school time, and you might have all of the school supplies purchased and all the first-day-of-school clothes laid out, but is your child ready for the school year from a health perspective? From vaccination updates to sports physicals, medication lists, and helping them get on a proper schedule - there's a lot to consider when it comes time to send them back for another year of learning.Thankfully, on this episode, we'll be joined by pediatrician (and parent!) Dr. Leslie King-Schultz to help us get the jump on how to best prepare our kids -- and ourselves -- for the upcoming school year. We'll go over doctor visits, school forms, the importance of staying in touch with teachers and the school's medical staff, and ways to keep a helpful eye on your kiddo throughout the school year and set them up for success. So before that first bell rings, join us!Find out more about our upcoming Back-to-School event here!Got healthcare questions or ideas for future shows?Email - healthymatters@hcmed.orgCall - 612-873-TALK (8255)Get a preview of upcoming shows on social media and find out more about our show at www.healthymatters.org.
Luke Grant speaks with Bruce Morcombe, father of 13-year-old Daniel Morcombe, who was abducted and murdered in 2003. The Morcombe family has co-written an extraordinary letter to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, calling for a national childcare perpetrator registry. This registry would allow parents to see which childcare centres alleged abusers may have worked at once they have been charged.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is staff drama disrupting your culture, or is it revealing a deeper issue? In this episode of the Child Care Genius Friday Training Podcast, host Faith Yocum explains why workplace drama is often a symptom of unclear expectations, inconsistent leadership, and conversations that never happen. Instead of reacting to conflict after it grows, she shares how strong leaders create an environment where issues are addressed early, respectfully, and professionally. Listen in as Faith discusses the importance of setting clear expectations, encouraging direct communication, and applying policies fairly across your entire team. She also explains why perceived favoritism can quickly damage your culture and how consistency builds trust, accountability, and respect. If you're ready to spend less time managing conflict and more time leading a positive, connected team, this episode will help you create a workplace where staff drama has little room to grow. Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEVERAGE Conference: https://childcaregenius.com/leverage Need help with your child care marketing? Reach out! At Child Care Genius Marketing we offer website development, hosting, and security, Google Ads creation and management, done for you social media ads management. For social media content we have the Genius Box, which is a monthly subscription chock full of social media & blog content, as well as a new monthly lead magnet every month! Learn more at Child Care Genius Marketing. https://childcaregenius.com/marketing-solutions/ Schedule a no obligation call to learn more about how we can partner together to ignite your marketing efforts. If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university Connect with us: Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources
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Paul talks to Frances Byrne from Early Childhood Ireland and John Bowman from Bel Childcare Donnybrook about a missing piece in the childcare shortage puzzle, stable wages and accommodation for workers and how the forthcoming Budget will help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Childcare Conversations, Kate sits down with Cindy Morgan from One Place Childcare to dig into a topic every early childhood leader needs to hear — "Change is inevitable. Growth is optional." Cindy shares her incredible journey from family childcare to running a massive nonprofit food program, and now helping centers ditch the paper chaos with smart, cloud-based compliance tools. They get real about why we kick the can down the road on tough decisions, how dashboards save your sanity across multiple locations, and why your "bench" — coaches, vendors, mentors — matters more than you think.To learn more: 1PlaceChildcare.com , link to join a webinar, book a 1-1 meeting with me hereThanks for Listening
Have you ever felt the crushing weight of looking at your monthly bank statement and realizing your childcare bill costs more than your housing? It is a staggering reality facing modern families, but why is a system so crucial to our society treated like a personal luxury instead of essential infrastructure? In this episode, I sit down with working mom and leading childcare advocate Paige Connell to pull back the curtain on the skyrocketing costs and systemic failures of American childcare. Paige shares her viral journey of transparency, explains how the math of the current system forces women out of the workforce, and dismantles the oversimplified myths about simply relying on family or grandparents for help. The Viral Truth: Why breaking the taboo of discussing exact childcare costs resonated with millions of families online. The Sneaky Reality of Public School: Why childcare stress doesn't end at kindergarten and the hidden shock of summer camps and school breaks. The Real Economic Hit to Women: How temporary gaps in a career to handle childcare shortages cause permanent, long-term damage to women's salaries and retirement. Dismantling the Grandparent Narrative: Why relying on aging or working family members is a short-sighted and often dismissive answer to a policy problem. Childcare as Infrastructure: Why an economy built on capitalism is failing itself by pulling productive parents out of the workforce. How to Be "Squeaky": Tangible ways parents can advocate for changes within their corporate workplaces and local town levels. A Magic Wand Reform: Paige's three essential national shifts regarding paid leave, subsidized care, and workplace flexibility to completely transform family life. Connect with Paige Connell on Instagram @sheisapaigeturner and visit her site www.sheisapaigeturner.com/ 00:00 – Introduction & The Reality of Childcare Costs 02:18 – Page's Journey: Going Viral & Advocating for Change 03:48 – The Hidden Expenses: Beyond Preschool to Public School Years 05:07 – The Broad Financial & Emotional Impact on Families 07:54 – The Mental Load & Work Flexibility Challenges 09:23 – Dr. Mona Shares Her Personal Childcare Expense Story 11:15 – Disproportionate Effects on Women & Career Trajectories 13:58 – Why Alternative Care (Like Grandparents) Isn't Always the Answer 17:15 – Systemic Issues: Why America Lacks Childcare Infrastructure 19:24 – Logistical Nightmares: School Calendars vs. Work Hours 21:56 – Actionable Advice & Reassurance for Struggling Parents 24:34 – 3 Key Changes Needed to Fix the Childcare Crisis 27:14 – Closing Thoughts & How to Connect Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter! Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: https://shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk (paid link) And don't forget to follow @pedsdoctalkpodcast on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Have you ever felt the crushing weight of looking at your monthly bank statement and realizing your childcare bill costs more than your housing? It is a staggering reality facing modern families, but why is a system so crucial to our society treated like a personal luxury instead of essential infrastructure? In this episode, I sit down with working mom and leading childcare advocate Paige Connell to pull back the curtain on the skyrocketing costs and systemic failures of American childcare. Paige shares her viral journey of transparency, explains how the math of the current system forces women out of the workforce, and dismantles the oversimplified myths about simply relying on family or grandparents for help. The Viral Truth: Why breaking the taboo of discussing exact childcare costs resonated with millions of families online. The Sneaky Reality of Public School: Why childcare stress doesn't end at kindergarten and the hidden shock of summer camps and school breaks. The Real Economic Hit to Women: How temporary gaps in a career to handle childcare shortages cause permanent, long-term damage to women's salaries and retirement. Dismantling the Grandparent Narrative: Why relying on aging or working family members is a short-sighted and often dismissive answer to a policy problem. Childcare as Infrastructure: Why an economy built on capitalism is failing itself by pulling productive parents out of the workforce. How to Be "Squeaky": Tangible ways parents can advocate for changes within their corporate workplaces and local town levels. A Magic Wand Reform: Paige's three essential national shifts regarding paid leave, subsidized care, and workplace flexibility to completely transform family life. Connect with Paige Connell on Instagram @sheisapaigeturner and visit her site www.sheisapaigeturner.com/ 00:00 – Introduction & The Reality of Childcare Costs 02:18 – Page's Journey: Going Viral & Advocating for Change 03:48 – The Hidden Expenses: Beyond Preschool to Public School Years 05:07 – The Broad Financial & Emotional Impact on Families 07:54 – The Mental Load & Work Flexibility Challenges 09:23 – Dr. Mona Shares Her Personal Childcare Expense Story 11:15 – Disproportionate Effects on Women & Career Trajectories 13:58 – Why Alternative Care (Like Grandparents) Isn't Always the Answer 17:15 – Systemic Issues: Why America Lacks Childcare Infrastructure 19:24 – Logistical Nightmares: School Calendars vs. Work Hours 21:56 – Actionable Advice & Reassurance for Struggling Parents 24:34 – 3 Key Changes Needed to Fix the Childcare Crisis 27:14 – Closing Thoughts & How to Connect Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter! Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: https://shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk (paid link) And don't forget to follow @pedsdoctalkpodcast on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nursing leadership has never carried more weight, or more complexity. In this episode of Elevate Care, host Steven Endsley sits down with Alan Vierling, Chief Nurse Executive at San Juan Regional Medical Center, to talk about what it actually takes to build a sustainable pipeline of nurse leaders in an environment defined by workforce shortages, generational shifts, and rising expectations for both quality and financial performance. Alan brings a career's worth of perspective to the conversation, from his start as an operating room technician to leadership roles across Ohio, Texas, Michigan, and Alaska before landing at San Juan Regional. He shares candid insights on identifying leadership potential, the role of emotional intelligence in a text-driven generation, and why San Juan Regional has built structured programs like book clubs, skip-level meetings, and simulation-based coaching to develop leaders earlier in their careers. The discussion also covers practical retention strategies, including sabbaticals for veteran managers, dedicated overnight support to reduce burnout, and New Mexico's unique childcare and tuition benefits designed to remove barriers for nursing staff. Alan closes with a grounded take on artificial intelligence in healthcare: a tool for sharper decision-making, not a replacement for the human connection that defines nursing. Key Takeaways Nurse leadership development requires both structured programs (book clubs, coaching) and informal access (skip-level meetings) to build trust and leadership readiness at every level. Emotional intelligence, not technical skill alone, is often the clearest early indicator of leadership potential among nursing staff. Retention strategies like sabbaticals, overnight management support, and reduced administrative burden directly address burnout among frontline nurse managers. State-level benefits, such as free childcare and tuition support in New Mexico, are reshaping how health systems compete for nursing talent. Artificial intelligence can strengthen data fluency and speed up clinical decision-making, but it cannot substitute for authentic, face-to-face patient and staff connection. Reframing setbacks as learning opportunities, rather than crises, builds long-term resilience across nursing leadership teams. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction to Nursing Leadership Challenges 01:07 – Inside San Juan Regional Medical Center's Rural Trauma Network 05:26 – Alan Vierling's Path from OR Technician to Chief Nurse Executive 10:50 – Structured and Informal Leadership Development Tactics 13:55 – Identifying Leadership Potential and Emotional Intelligence 16:20 – Coaching the Next Generation Through Technology and Communication 20:18 – Barriers Facing Nurse Managers Today 25:07 – New Mexico's Childcare and Tuition Benefits for Nursing Staff 28:09 – Retention Strategies: Sabbaticals and Overnight Support 33:09 – Leading Through Crisis: Lessons from Covid-19 37:13 – Artificial Intelligence, Data, and the Future of Nursing 42:12 – Final Advice for Emerging Healthcare Leaders Meet Alan Vierling Alan Vierling is the Chief Nurse Executive at San Juan Regional Medical Center, a 200-bed, level three trauma facility serving the Four Corners region of New Mexico. With over 45 years in healthcare, Alan's career spans operational leadership roles in Ohio, Texas, Michigan, and Alaska, including serving as a hospital president and chief operating officer. His experience includes leading a hospital through a high-stakes Joint Commission survey, running a system-wide operational transformation initiative, and overseeing the Alaska Native Medical Center's trauma, clinic, and travel operations across the state. Alan holds a doctorate and is known for building leadership development programs centered on coaching, emotional intelligence, and workforce retention. Sponsors: We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare. Learn how AMN Healthcare's workforce flexibility technology helps health systems cut costs and improve efficiency. Click here to explore the case study and discover smarter ways to manage your resources!Discover how WorkWise is redefining workforce management for healthcare. Visit workwise.amnhealthcare.com to learn more.About The Show: Elevate Care delves into the latest trends, thinking, and best practices shaping the landscape of healthcare. From total talent management to solutions and strategies to expand the reach of care, we discuss methods to enable high quality, flexible workforce and care delivery. We will discuss the latest advancements in technology, the impact of emerging models and settings, physical and virtual, and address strategies to identify and obtain an optimal workforce mix. Tune in to gain valuable insights from thought leaders focused on improving healthcare quality, workforce well-being, and patient outcomes. Learn more about the show here. Find Us On:WebsiteYouTubeSpotifyAppleInstagramLinkedInXFacebook Powered by AMN Healthcare Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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Illinois recently launched a state Department of Early Childhood. The secretary of the department discusses its role and how it's navigating ongoing shortages in staffing and availability for childcare across the state.
Last week, the Mayor of New York City — a self-declared democratic socialist — sat down with Jon Stewart and delivered sixty minutes of the most carefully packaged pitch for socialist governance I have ever seen on mainstream American media. No shouting. No revolutionary slogans. Potholes. Childcare. Dignity. If you think this doesn't affect you because New York City is just New York City — understand this: what Mamdani is building is explicitly designed to be a national model. It is coming to your city next. So I'm going to break down his arguments and equip you with everything you need to not just defeat them, but to do so in such a way that robs him of the moral legitimacy that he is trying to steal.GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://NickJFreitas.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickjfreitas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NickFreitasVATwitter: https://twitter.com/NickJFreitasYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NickjfreitasTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickjfreitas3.000:00:00 – The three lies socialists always tell00:06:49 – Who really made NYC childcare unaffordable?00:12:35 – Fact-check: rent control and the true cost of "$60 million for tenants"00:17:22 – The non-answer: what democratic socialism actually is00:24:43 – Why the socialist utopia never arrives00:28:43 – How they really seize control: rent freezes and government grocery stores00:35:14 – The library lie: dressing up socialism as public goods00:40:51 – FDR, Mussolini, and socialist vs fascist economics00:43:07 – The dependency trap and Hayek's road to serfdom00:46:24 – The real definition, suspended elections, and Venezuela's collapse00:50:08 – No solutions, only tradeoffs: who hollowed out New York00:55:37 – The three lies, recapped
It's time to circle back to a topic from much earlier in the How Preschool Teachers Do It podcast! It's been years since we started talking about separation anxiety on the podcast. Join Cynthia and Alison as they discuss whether the ways we help children through separations have improved.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKASubscribe to Cynthia's SubStack for free to receive articles and more in your email: https://substack.com/@cynthiaterebush
Renee and Susan discuss the state budget that was 365 days late and countless dollars short. The title says it all. In this episode of Advocacy Bites, hosts Renée Sekel and Susan Book take a hard look at North Carolina's newly signed state budget, unpacking what made the process so controversial and why they believe the final product falls short for students, teachers, families, and communities. From delayed negotiations and last-minute legislative maneuvering to education funding, teacher pay, school vouchers, legal aid, child care, and public schools, they examine the budget's biggest wins, biggest losses, and the long-term consequences for North Carolina. The conversation also explores what the budget means for public education, why one-time bonuses aren't a substitute for meaningful investment, and how policy changes tucked inside the spending bill could affect classrooms across the state. Renée and Susan also discuss Governor Josh Stein's decision to sign the budget, the ongoing Leandro school funding debate, concerns about voting rights and government accountability, and close the episode by honoring the life and legacy of education advocate Matt Ellinwood. If you care about North Carolina politics, education policy, the state budget, teacher pay, school funding, public education, voting rights, or advocacy, this episode breaks down the headlines and explains why they matter—and what everyday advocates can do next. (0:13) - Budget Passed in a Flash (1:24) - Conference Report Breakdown (2:18) - Late Budget Fallout (3:52) - Bonuses Not Backpay (7:31) - Teacher Pay Sleight of Hand (10:42) - Unfunded School Mandates (12:13) - Vouchers and Other Addons (14:06) - Childcare and PreK Gaps (15:28) - Religious Release Time Debate (16:22) - Governor Signs and Spins (20:11) - Elections Power Grab (21:07) - Remembering Matt Ellinwood Matt Ellinwood obituary with link to support his family: https://obits.endswellfuneralhome.com/matthew-ellinwood. Stay connected at: http://saveourschoolsnc.org/
----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService
----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService
The One Email Every Childcare Director Should Be Sending Each MonthWhat if one simple email each month could strengthen your relationships with the people making decisions that impact your childcare center?For many directors, advocacy feels overwhelming or like something someone else should handle. But after more than 21 years of leading ScribbleTime, I've learned that advocacy isn't about politics—it's about building relationships.In this episode, I'm sharing the story that completely changed how I think about advocacy, why every childcare director should know their elected officials, and the simple strategy I use to stay connected throughout the year.We'll talk about: Why relationship-building matters more than asking for funding How to write short, meaningful emails your elected officials will actually read The difference between bringing problems and bringing solutions Simple ways to advocate for children, families, and the early education profession How consistent communication can make a lasting impact over time You don't have to be an expert in government to make a difference. You just have to be willing to share what's happening inside your center.Looking for more practical resources you can use in your center? Visit The Director's Club for free downloads, workshops, podcasts, and tools created and used in a real childcare center to help you build stronger systems, support your team, and lead with confidence. Go to the website here thedirectorsclub.net
Childcare costs can be a big-budget household expense. The cost of infant and toddler care is the highest. Explore the costs of various types of childcare. Learn about some programs that may assist you. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.
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Send us Fan MailAcross Georgia, a new school year is beginning, and that means thousands of four-year-olds are walking into Georgia's Pre-K classrooms for the very first time. For many children and families, Pre-K is a first school experience, a chance to build confidence and independence, and an important step toward kindergarten and lifelong learning. Joining us to talk more about Georgia's Pre-K Program and the start of a new school year is Susan Adams, Deputy Commissioner of Georgia's Pre-K Program and Instructional Supports, Janika Young is Assistant Director of Pre-K Operations, and Maria Moor is Quality Support Specialist. Then we check in with Bethany Whetzel with Georgia's Office of the State Treasurer as the July 31 deadline approaches for this year's We Care Child Care Sweepstakes. Support the show
Families call for more childcare vouchers as 35,000 individuals remain on the wait list. Officials downplay President Trump's election security concerns ahead of November's vote. Federal officials sign an agreement to bring sports to underserved youth.
Usually this is where you'd find The Weekend Briefing - a feature chat with a human behind the headline. This Saturday, we're launching something a little different: the week that was, and what we all made of it. And by "we" we don't just mean us. You're in on this one too. Each Saturday kicks off with a debrief on one story we couldn't stop talking about off air - this week it's the Divine Playhouse, the queer-led arts venue shut down inside a Sydney building that stopped being a church in 1932. Then it's our first ever weekend quiz, which Chris has not shut up about for a fortnight (full questions below). Then we open the inbox - your DMs, your comments, and where you landed on the big one this week: should men be working in early childcare? And of course we cap it off with the weekend list: Revenge – unsure if the TV series or the act (listener Claire) The Boys on Amazon Prime (listener Chris) Theo of Golden by Allen Levi – NYT bestselling novel (listener Suzanne) Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey – in cinemas now, or 6.15am at IMAX if you’re producer Alex. The Weekend Quiz (just questions, no answers): Which controversial influencer faced court this week after being arrested in Miami? After being in Europe and spotted at a luxury resort in Italy with Gina Rinehart, Pauline Hanson was back on home soil. Which state did she head to first? What is the name of the UK's new Prime Minister? An Australian woman made global headlines this week for an extremely rare "one in 15 million" event. What was it? Which member of parliament yelled “sit down” while on live television this week? Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Elaine Dunne, Chair of the Federation of Early Childhood Providers
Local authorities are to conduct a review of childcare providers' fees as a result of a direction from the Department of Children.T he review will begin this August. Ellen Coyne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times brought us the details.
Shane and Ethan are back for another week, this time with gin and tonics and World Cup jerseys. Episode 196 covers a Wall Street Journal piece on the AI backlash, which has tech executives hiring bodyguards, installing security measures, and concealing where they work as public sentiment toward AI turns sharply negative. They also dig into Trump's 50% tariff on Canadian goods using a 1930s trade law, the blockbuster wave of new stock issuances that is raising questions about the bull market, and a Business Insider piece on why working moms with children under five are dropping out of the labor force at an alarming rate and what it would actually take to fix it. They close with a Reddit post from someone in the Rich People Personal Finance subreddit who wants exposure to private companies like Anthropic, Stripe, and Eleven Labs through a private-market fund charging 1.5% plus 15% of profits. Shane and Ethan have thoughts on whether that itch is worth scratching. Topics covered: AI backlash and why tech executives are hiring bodyguards and concealing where they work The sevenfold increase in online threats against AI company employees Trump's 50% tariff on Canadian goods and the 1930 Trade Act Blockbuster stock issuances and what they mean for the bull market Working moms with children under five are dropping out of the labor force The childcare desert problem and what employer and government solutions could look like Private market funds: the fees, the FOMO, and whether it is worth it Timestamps: 00:00 Intro, World Cup jerseys, gin and tonics, and The Odyssey review 05:45 AI backlash: tech executives are hiring bodyguards and hiding where they work 09:10 The sevenfold increase in online threats and the DeFlock movement 13:30 Trump imposes a 50% tariff on Canadian goods using a 1930 trade law 17:45 Blockbuster stock issuances and what they mean for the bull market 21:30 Working moms with children under five are dropping out of the labor force 24:00 The childcare desert problem and Shane's hot take on employer-funded solutions 28:15 The man who runs both the IRS and Social Security spied on colleagues at JPMorgan 29:30 Reddit: Should you get exposure to Anthropic and Stripe through a private market fund?
----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService
It's Wednesday, July 22. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Headlines: Pauline Hanson under fire after claiming domestic violence is a ‘two-way street’ Labor's national conference begins today Libs call for guarantee Australian ISIS doctor won't be able to return Victorian teachers strike Prince George turns 13 Deep Dive: Last week, Hamish Tait became the third man to be accused of carrying out widespread sexual abuse against children in Australian childcare centres in just two years. It's the latest in a string of cases that have shocked the country and prompted a fierce debate around whether men should be banned from working with babies and toddlers. In this episode of The Briefing, Sacha Barbour Gatt is joined by early childhood expert Dr. Martyn Mills-Bayne to explore whether a blanket ban would truly keep children safe, or if it misses the real core of the crisis. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It is essential that we work toward strong relationships and high-quality environments for young children, but that isn't the only level of support that may be needed for persistent, intense, challenging behavior. Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about the tiers of support when behavior needs more intervention.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKASubscribe to Cynthia's SubStack for free to receive articles and more in your email: https://substack.com/@cynthiaterebush
(Jul 20, 2026) A future day care center in Plattsburgh aims to help close that gap and promote workforce development; the governor is defending her executive order that bans data center development in New York for the next year; and we have a conversation about President Teddy Roosevelt's status as a political outsider and why his visits to the North Country were so significant ahead of an event in North Creek.
(Jul 20, 2026) Clinton County has less than half the number of child care slots it needs. An planned day care center aims to help close that gap and promote workforce development. Also: We recap the 27th annual Lake Placid Ironman held Sunday.
----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService
Some of the best leadership lessons I've ever applied to my child care center didn't come from the early childhood field—they came from my years in corporate banking.In this episode, I'm sharing five leadership principles that helped me build a stronger foundation at ScribbleTime and continue to guide the decisions I make today. We'll talk about planning instead of reacting, building systems that create freedom, leading through change, understanding your numbers, and why a strong foundation helps your center navigate whatever comes next.If you're looking for practical leadership ideas you can apply in your center this week, this episode is for you.Build the foundation. Lead the transition.Are you looking for a community to get connected to or need a one-off workshop? We have a new line-up I'm excited to share with you! Shop - CLICK HERE The Directors Club
----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService
----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService
Parents in many parts of the country face eye-watering childcare bills, yet providers often operate on thin margins and workers remain modestly paid. Cato's Chelsea Follett joins Ryan Bourne to discuss the economics behind America's childcare crunch, the regressive regulations that make care scarcer, and the supply-side reforms that could give families more affordable options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Parents and daycare providers have been sounding the alarm that childcare in Denver is expensive, hard to find, or hard to provide. This week, City Council took a small step to hopefully alleviate some of the struggle. Denver Post city government reporter Elliott Wenzler joins host Bree Davies to discuss this regulatory shift in childcare, plus City Council's other recent debate that could overhaul Denver's nightlife scene. They also dig into the recent unionization efforts by local sound engineers at a string of independently owned venues and what it all means for concert-goers. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. We're doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We'd be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it's only 7 minutes long. You'll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Denver swag. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member! What do you think about the proposed 4 a.m. closing time for nightclubs? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this July 16th episode: Denver Film Denver Health Colfax Ave BID Colorado Lottery Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
Today – A federal policy reversal has renewed an Ohio debate over whether child care providers should be paid when enrolled children are absent.Support the show: https://richlandsource.com/membersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Colorado, many families spend more than 20% of their income on child care, if they can find it all. A new documentary from Rocky Mountain PBS, "Careless: Colorado's Child Care Struggles," shares the stories of parents working to navigate the challenges of child care, and those coming up with creative solutions. Then, there's a new accelerated program at the CU School of Medicine to become a doctor. And it's one of the darkest moments in Colorado history: the Sand Creek Massacre of 1864, but Captain Silas Soule refused to take part. What the letters he wrote say about moral courage and conviction ahead of a panel discussion at the National Western Center July 25.
For generations, people concerned themselves with "spoiling" children. Join Cynthia and Alison for a dynamic conversation about what we can do, what we cannot do, and how to address it with people who still talk about it.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKASubscribe to Cynthia's SubStack for free to receive articles and more in your email: https://substack.com/@cynthiaterebush
----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService
----- Worship Times Sunday – 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Monday – 6:30 p.m. https://trinitysheboygan.org https://facebook.com/trinitysheboygan We are a congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Join us as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen for the forgiveness of sins. --- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService
Kentucky's Congressional and statehouse Democrats are pushing back on a proposed data center, a man at the center of a high-profile killing is being released from prison for a second time, how a program is benefiting rural communities in need of childcare, and tracking a parasite that's causing more illnesses than normal.
Jennifer welcomes Rachel Chaisson, owner and CEO of A Joyful Noise Preschool and Child Care in Maine. Rachel's journey is incredible: after earning her GED and raising three children as a single mother, she began working in child care as a teacher and eventually grew into the owner of three successful early learning centers serving more than 200 children and families each year. Rachel talks about the season she is in now and learning to pause, reflect, and ask whether the things that once drove her are still the things she wants to carry forward. Jennifer and Rachel talk about personal core values, leadership, trust, building a business that supports the life you love, and the surprising realization that sometimes the very things you have been fighting for are already yours. And yes, there is even a little homework in this one, but we promise, it's the good kind! Key Takeaways: [5:30] Rachel shares how she went from never planning to have children to building a life and career around caring for them. [10:23] Jennifer and Rachel reflect on becoming "unintentional" child care owners and finding purpose in a path they never expected. [12:15] Rachel shares how she first focused on becoming the best business owner she could be before realizing she also wanted a business that supported her life. [13:45] How to build a business that can sustain a life you love that gives you freedom, stability, and space to evolve. [16:04] Rachel shares the family crisis that forced her to step away and showed her how capable her leadership team really was. [18:00] Jennifer points out that Rachel's team could step up because Rachel had already spent time modeling, training, and building trust with them. [19:30] Rachel talks about her current passion for developing leaders and giving her team room to grow. [21:19] Jennifer gives listeners a little homework: pause and write down your personal core values. [22:30] Rachel shares the realization that independence had once served her deeply, but may not be the value she needs to keep fighting for now. [24:27] Rachel names stability, peace, and growth as values she is still reflecting on in this new season. [27:30] Rachel explains how the CEO Lab helped her think not only about being a better leader, but also about being a better wife, mom, friend, and person. [28:47] The shift from fighting for independence to learning how to trust. [31:48] Great advice from Rachel: be open to what life sends your way and surround yourself with people who are where you want to be. Quotes: "Sometimes the things you're fighting for are already yours." — Jennifer [4:35] "Once I got into the business, I became very much about how to make it the best business, the strongest business. You know, how to have profit, how to have systems." — Rachel [12:15] "How do I build my business to sustain the life that I love so much right now?" — Rachel [13:45] Sponsored By: ChildCare Education Institute (CCEI) Use code CCSC5 to claim a free course! Mentioned in This Episode: Kris Murray @iamkrismurray Jennifer Conner The Child Care Success Company The Child Care Success Academy The Child Care Success Summit Grow Your Center Childcare Education Institute: Use code CDARenewal22 to get $100 off your renewal A Joyful Noise Preschool and Childcare
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Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the showWhat happens when the career path you originally planned no longer fits the life you actually want?In this episode, I'm joined by Jamie Hass, whose journey has taken her from corporate marketing, to co-owning a childcare center for 13 years, to building a virtual coaching business designed to support women in the realities of everyday life.This conversation felt like such a grounded reminder that sustainable businesses aren't built through hustle alone.Jamie shares what she learned transitioning from a brick-and-mortar business into the online space, including: Why systems matter more than motivation The mental load that comes with “wearing all the hats” How perfectionism can quietly keep you stuck What it actually looks like to make progress in busy seasons of life Why small, consistent action beats overwhelming plans every time We also talk about balancing motherhood and business, navigating summer without losing momentum completely, and building a business that actually fits your real life—not just the version that looks good online.If you've been feeling busy all day but somehow still not moving forward, this episode is for you.Connect with Jamie on Instagram or check out her resources here.
Is Katie Wilson’s endorsement of far-left candidates in Seattle actually going to help them? A Democrat Governor wants SCOTUS to be overhauled. Washington, Oregon gouge parents on child care; red state Idaho doesn’t. // LongForm: GUEST: KIRO News Radio’s Chris Sullivan on high gas prices in WA. // Quick Hit: The odds for the Democrats taking back the Senate doesn’t look very promising (yay).
Three days after twin earthquakes hit Venezuela, rescue teams race against time, President Trump's interest in overhauling elections is not shared by all of his Republican colleagues on Capitol Hill, and New Mexico tries to provide free childcare for all residents.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy