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After graduation, students are eager to jump into the next chapter of their lives, but sometimes things fall through the cracks. Summer melt is real, and it can make the transition to the next chapter way harder than it needs to be. In this episode, I'm breaking down what summer melt is, why it happens, and, most importantly, what we can do to help students stay on track. It's all about finding solutions and making sure our students have the support they need when they need it the most!We'll talk about the reasons why students sometimes lose momentum after graduation and how that can impact their future plans. I'll share six main ideas for how school counselors can help transition seniors smoothly into their post-graduation plans. From simple check-ins to providing extra resources, we've got a lot of ways to step in and help bridge the gap between graduation and the fall semester. We've got this! Let's make sure your students don't just drift away over the summer but move confidently into whatever comes next.Resources Mentioned: Resource: Transition to College Presentation Resource: Life After High School Classroom LessonPodcast: Episode 140, Highs and Lows of Working with Seniors with Brittany SlaglePodcast: Episode 120, Accepting the Reality That Some Seniors Might Not GraduatePodcast: Episode 68, 4 Ways to Repurpose Student Pictures to Celebrate Your SeniorsLeave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode162
What if students could earn college credits, explore the world, and gain invaluable life experience, all before starting their traditional college journey? In this episode, I sit down with Neal Crosson from Verto Education to talk about a unique yet powerful path: first-year study abroad programs. We dive into how these programs work, who they're best suited for, and how counselors can support students considering this path. Plus, we tackle key questions around credit transferability, program structure, and what makes a student a great fit for this experience. Let's expand the conversation around post-high school options, because for the right student, a first-year study abroad could be a game-changer!Resources Mentioned: Verto Education WebsitePodcast: Episode 147, Exploring Gap Year Opportunities for Your Students (or You!) with Julia RogersLeave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode161
Are non-counseling duties taking over your job? If you're spending more time on testing, paperwork, and hall duty than actually working with students, you're not alone and it doesn't have to be this way. In this episode, I dive into the reality of these overwhelming responsibilities and why they can lead to burnout and resentment. But don't worry, I'm not just here to vent! I'm sharing practical ways to manage these tasks so you can get back to what you do best: supporting your students.Resources Mentioned: Resource: Student Ambassadors ProgramResource: Beginning of the Year PresentationFree Resource: New Counselor Podcast PlaylistFree Resource: 4-Day High School Counseling Advocacy Email ChallengePodcast: Episode 156, Time Management Strategies to Lighten Your Mental Load as a School Counselor with Kaci RangerPodcast: Episode 154, How to Set Up a Peer Leader Program in Your SchoolLeave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode160
Welcome back to Heroes Three podcast! This week we discuss the worldwide hit film Hero from 2002, directed by Zhang Yimou and starring Jet Li, Maggie Cheung, Tony Leung, Zhang Ziyi, and Donnie Yen!Full cast and credits at HKMDBCheck out some H3 art and merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/kf_carlitoFind us online - https://linktr.ee/Heroes3PodcastEmail us! - heroes3podcast@gmail.comFull blogpost with gifs here!
The college search should be an exciting journey, but for many students, it's filled with pressure, competition, and anxiety. Too often, students and parents fixate on prestigious schools without considering whether they're truly the right fit, leading to stress and a loss of self-discovery in the process. Today's guests, Jen and Jared, school counselors and co-founders of Forget the Rankings, are here to change that! They're challenging the traditional, prestige-driven mindset and introducing a values-based approach that helps students find colleges that align with their personal goals, priorities, and well-being!Jen and Jared have developed a powerful tool that encourages meaningful conversations between students and parents about what truly matters in a college experience. By shifting the focus from rankings to values, they're making the application process less overwhelming and more empowering. In this episode, they share how their approach is not only helping students make better college decisions but also improving their mental health and confidence along the way.Resources Mentioned: Forget the Rankings Resources (values cards and more!)Leave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comConnect with Jared and Jen:Instagram: @forget_the_rankingsLinkedInWebsiteEmail: jared@forgettherankings.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode159
Choosing the right college is one of the biggest decisions a student will make. But what if there was a way to explore campuses across the country without ever leaving home? In this episode, I sat down with Alex Boylan, the creator and host of The College Tour, to talk about how the show is changing the way students and families approach the college search. After visiting over 180 college campuses in just four years, Alex definitely knows a thing or two about the process!Instead of relying solely on traditional campus visits, The College Tour gives an inside look at colleges through the eyes of real students, offering a fresh and engaging way to explore potential schools. Alex shares valuable advice on what students and families can do before and during campus visit to truly get a feel for a school. Plus, we discuss how The College Tour is helping counselors guide students in making more informed decisions about their futures.And for those worried about the financial side of college? Alex touches on an exciting new tool that could be a game-changer in helping students manage costs. This conversation will give you plenty of ideas on how to utilize The College Tour TV as a valuable tool in your counseling program!Resources Mentioned:Free Resource: The College Tour Counselor ToolkitWatch The College Tour TVResource: First Generation Small GroupResource: College BundleResource: Small Group BundleLeave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode158
How much can you learn about pruning when your loppers are older than most Influencers? It turns out, quite a lot when you're taught by the right people. This week, Leslie grills Marianne on her recent trip to the UK and the Great Dixter Symposium where pruning was on the menu (along with some incredible food thanks to Claire Rooney @thelayeredcook Now's the time to get into the garden and prune, and the girls advocate a bold approach (with a little insurance on the side). From Rosa rugosa to Wisteria ahem sinensis (and frutescens), cautious pruners may just find that the pruning jobs they dreaded are now the best part of gardening.But what, exactly, do knife fights and crotches have to do with pruning? You'll have to listen. Or watch! The Garden Mixer Video Edition is now on YouTube.Please send your comments, questions and snark to make us laugh at comments@thegardenmixer.comFull show notes at The Garden Mixer's Substack.The Garden Mixer is also on Instagram @TheGardenMixer TikTok @the.garden.mixer & X @gardenmixerpod
Think college searches have to be boring and overwhelming? Think again! In this episode, I sit down with Sam Bernstein, co-founder of the Loper app, to talk about how gamification is shaking up the college search process. We all know that researching colleges can feel like an endless, stressful task for students and for you as counselors trying to guide them. But what if there was a way to make it engaging, intuitive, and even FUN? That's exactly what Sam and his team set out to do with Loper, and he's here to share how it's helping students take charge of their college exploration in a whole new way.Sam breaks down how Loper's game-inspired design hooks students from the start with a swipe-based interface and chat-style onboarding…no intimidating college lists or endless research required. Instead of feeling pressured to have everything figured out, students can explore schools in a way that feels natural and exciting. Whether they're hyper-focused on college, just starting to think about it, or completely unsure of their next step, Loper meets them where they are. And here's what else caught my attention—Loper isn't just about four-year colleges. Sam shares how they're expanding the app to include two-year programs, trade schools, and other postsecondary paths, giving students a bigger picture of what's possible. This episode is packed with guidance on how you, as counselors, can use technology to make the college search process more accessible and less overwhelming. After listening, download the app (it's free!) and take a look around. I know you'll enjoy the conversations it sparks with your students!Resources Mentioned: College Readiness PlaylistLoper AppLead for AmericaLeave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode157
Are you constantly juggling emails, student crises, and endless paperwork, feeling like there's NEVER enough time in the day? I think most of you feel this way! That's why I invited Kaci Ranger on the podcast to talk about practical time management strategies designed specifically for school counselors. We cover simple, effective ways to create structure in your day, set boundaries, and use digital tools to lighten your mental load.Kaci shares actionable tips that make organization feel doable, whether you're just starting your counseling career or looking to refine your existing systems. From setting up an ideal schedule to taming your inbox, we discuss strategies that help you take control of your time and focus on what truly matters - supporting your students. And the best part? These tweaks don't require learning complicated software or overhauling everything at once. They're small, strategic changes that can make a big difference in how you manage your workload.So, where will you start? Maybe it's setting up a simple request form, limiting your email checks, or finally putting your ideal schedule into action. Whatever it is, I'd love to hear about it! Send me a DM on Instagram and let me know which tips you're implementing first. And don't forget to share this episode with your co-counselors. These time management strategies are even more powerful when you put them into practice as a team!Resources Mentioned: Podcast: Episode 44, Owning Your Time Management By Using Your CalendarPodcast: Episode 103, Rachel Davis Shows Us How to Reclaim Our Schedule With a Time AuditPodcast: Episode 106, Increase Your Job Satisfaction by Setting and Keeping Boundaries: Here's How!More episodes on time managementLeave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode156
Have you ever felt like parents don't understand what you actually do as a school counselor? I know I've experienced this more times than I can count! In this episode, I dive into the challenges of working with parents who may not fully grasp your role and how that misunderstanding can sometimes lead to frustration or even hostility. While it's easy to feel discouraged, let's remember that you're on the same team, and approaching these conversations with kindness, patience, and clarity can make all the difference!I share personal experiences with difficult parent interactions and explore some of the reasons behind why parents don't understand your role, whether it's past experiences with counselors, unrealistic media portrayal, or simply not knowing how packed your days truly are. Instead of letting these moments derail us, I'm bringing you strategies to set boundaries, communicate expectations, and educate parents about your work.Resources Mentioned: The Clique Collaborative High School Counseling MembershipLeave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode155
Accelerate your post-production career: https://mixinglight.comFull episode notes and additional links: https://mixinglight.com/color-grading-tutorials/color-timer-podcast-daria-fissoun-color-grading-history-terminology/Buy the Color Timer Shirt, now for sale: https://vincenttaylorcolor.myshopify.com/===In this episode of the Color Timer Podcast, I speak with the multi-talented Daria Fissoun, CSI.Daria is a highly skilled colorist, compositor, and certified DaVinci Resolve trainer with over a decade of experience in the post-production industry. She is also a Mixing Light contributor.We dove into the details of Daria's latest project, a literal thesis about the etymology used in color correction and grading. Where do these terms come from? I had no idea I wanted to learn about this subject, but Daria quickly made me realize how incredible a history of our craft there is to discover. (00:00) - Introduction (02:08) - How Daria became a colorist (04:39) - Daria's thesis on Color Grading etymology (07:00) - How do you research a thesis? (09:31) - The idea of a thesis (11:43) - Daria's end goal of her thesis (14:49) - Daria's insights on how people learn (19:11) - How do you remember everything you've learned? (20:42) - Final thoughts
What if you could create a program that not only helps your students grow as leaders but also strengthens your entire school community? That's exactly what we're diving into today! I'm breaking down how to set up a successful peer leader program that empowers students, builds relationships, and lightens your counseling load.I'll walk you through the key steps to selecting student ambassadors, training them effectively, and ensuring your peer leader program runs smoothly all year long! You'll hear real-life examples of what worked in my school and how we structured our program to make a real impact. Whether you want your peer leaders to welcome new students or develop leadership skills, this episode will give you the roadmap to make it happen.If you're ready to implement a peer leader program that truly benefits your students and your school, grab my Student Ambassador and Leadership Small Group Bundle to help you get started! This is a great first step toward launching a program your students will love.Resources Mentioned: Resource: Student Ambassadors Small GroupResource: Leadership Small GroupResource: Student Ambassadors and Leadership Small Group BundleLeave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode154Mentioned in this episode:The Clique Collaborative is your monthly professional development community where high school counselors come to grow their confidence, sharpen their skills, and connect with others who actually get
Have you ever stopped to truly notice the world around you—the small moments and subtle ways people carry the weight of their day? In this unique episode, I'm sharing a spoken word piece by Leah Grant, a high school counselor and podcast listener, who beautifully captures the essence of what it means to be a counselor. Through her quiet observations in the hallways, she reflects on the emotional toll of social media, the growing disconnect from real human connection, and how these shifts have transformed the high school experience.Leah doesn't just share what she notices. She also reveals how she helps students process their emotions, navigate difficult situations, and reconnect with the world around them. Her words will make you pause, reflect, and see your own role in a new light. I have a feeling this episode will stay with you long after you listen, and if it resonates with you, I encourage you to share it with a friend!Resources Mentioned: Free Resource: 4-Day High School Counseling Advocacy Email ChallengeLeave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode153Mentioned in this episode:The Clique Collaborative is your monthly professional development community where high school counselors come to grow their confidence, sharpen their skills, and connect with others who actually get it. Join us inside the membership at www.cliquecollab.com. Use the limited-time promo codes FEBMONTHLY to save 15% for 3 months or FEBANNUAL to save 15% on your annual membership before doors close on February 20.
After 150 episodes without a break, I finally hit pause - and it was the best decision! But now we're back with a mid-year check in and pep talk. Plus, I'm sharing what I learned during my three-month hiatus and how it's brought fresh inspiration for the podcast. I've got lots of incredible guests lined up and plenty of actionable tips and resources coming your way in 2025!You'll hear me share the ups and downs of podcasting, including dealing with imposter syndrome and the pressure to create content that hits the mark for you! Your encouragement means the world to me, and I'd love to hear your feedback on what topics you'd like covered next. So send me a message anytime on Instagram @counselorclique!You're doing incredible work, and I want this podcast to always remind you of that! From managing overwhelming caseloads to making a difference in your students' lives, I know your job isn't easy. That's why I'm here to cheer you on and provide tools to help. Don't miss my free four-day email advocacy challenge - it's perfect for National School Counseling Week and beyond!Resources Mentioned: Resource: The Clique Collaborative MembershipResource: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark ComerFree Resource: 4-Day High School Counseling Advocacy Email ChallengeLeave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode152Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for my 4-Day Advocacy Email Challenge, where I have some ready-made email templates for you to copy, paste, and put your spin on before sending them out to your admin, teachers, and staff. Run a mini PR campaign for your role without lifting a finger. Grab these templates today by going to https://counselorclique.com/challenge
Accelerate your post-production career: https://mixinglight.comFull episode notes and additional links: https://mixinglight.com/color-grading-tutorials/color-timer-podcast-baselight-filmlight-workflow-colorist-andy-minuth/Buy the Color Timer Shirt, now for sale: https://vincenttaylorcolor.myshopify.com/===In this episode of The Color Timer Podcast, I speak with Andy Minuth, a colorist and workflow specialist associated with FilmLight, a company known for its high-end color grading tools and systems such as Baselight.He has extensive experience in post-production workflows, particularly in the areas of color grading and film finishing. Andy often works on showcasing the capabilities of FilmLight's products, conducting training sessions, and collaborating with industry professionals to develop efficient workflows.
Accelerate your post-production career: https://mixinglight.comFull episode notes and additional links: https://mixinglight.com/color-grading-tutorials/color-grading-animation-john-daro-color-timer-podcast/Buy the Color Timer Shirt, now for sale: https://vincenttaylorcolor.myshopify.com/===Seasoned lead digital intermediate colorist John Daro joins me for this episode of The Color Timer Podcast. Our deep-dive conversation gets into the nitty-gritty of the art and craft of color grading animation, and John shares a ton of practical details for polishing animated projects.John Daro is part of the Visual Effect Society, the Motion Picture Editors Guild, and the Colorist Society in Hollywood. (00:00) - Introduction (01:53) - The most beautiful thing John has ever seen (05:44) - Color grading workflows and similarities to animation (12:29) - Where to start in an animation production? (21:15) - Favourite movie from the 80s?
Accelerate your post-production career: https://mixinglight.comFull episode notes and additional links: https://mixinglight.com/color-grading-tutorials/mezzo-soprano-emily-harmon-synesthesia-color-timer-podcast/Buy the Color Timer Shirt, now for sale: https://vincenttaylorcolor.myshopify.com/===In today's episode, we take a slightly different angle. We explore color through the eyes of a professional who works with music. Operatic mezzo-soprano Emily Harmon shares how music affects her vision and her extraordinary relationship with color through synesthesia.I found our conversation fascinating, and it led me to question how a color grade could be shaped by the emotion of the moment, even at a subconscious level.---Synesthesia: a perceptual phenomenon in which stimulation of one sensory or cognitive pathway leads to involuntary experiences in a second sensory or cognitive pathway. – Wikipedia-- (00:00) - - Introduction (01:00) - - Emily Harmon introduction (02:37) - - What is a crossover artist? (05:30) - - Opera & Color? (09:55) - - Can it be overwhelming? (11:16) - - How did you find out you had Synesthesia? (13:58) - - Do the colors always match the sound? (15:27) - - Does vision induce hearing sounds? (17:54) - - Synesthesia and feature films (19:25) - - Do the tones of color come into this? (21:21) - - Do adjacent keys share similar colors? (23:44) - - Wrap up (24:09) - - Closing Remarks
This week on Legends & Spirits with All Hallow's Eve just a couple days away, we're reanimating some of our spookiest, creepiest, slithering-est, and downright terrifying-est stories… back from the dead!We'll kick things off with some Macabre Mixology - a warm, boozy bevy, perfect for your ghoulish gala. For our Spooky Saloons, we'll take a trip to one of our favorite and most festive Halloween haunts right here in NYC! And for a very special freaky finale, what's Halloween without a super scary (super REAL) haunted house story?! We'll revisit a chilling, real-life haunted house account courtesy of dear friends Matt and Sydney.It's Legends and Spirits Monster Mash Halloween Spooktacular!Visit us: legendsandspiritspodcast.comInstagram: legends_and_spirits_podcastTwitter: Legends and Spirits PodcastFacebook: Legends & Spirits PodcastPatreon: patreon.com/legendsandspiritspodcast Email us: cheers@legendsandspiritspodcast.com Artwork by: zombienose.comMusic by: Burton Bumgarner, Ken Peters music@legendsandspiritspodcast.comFull credit list and references at: legendsandspiritspodcast.comTips (via PayPal) are always appreciated: TIP JAR
We talk about a lot of sensitive topics as school counselors, and today is no exception. We're taking a deep dive into child sex trafficking. Heavy, I know. But with sex trafficking happening all around us, this just might be the conversation you never knew you needed to hear.I'm joined by Krystal Nierman of Switch, an organization fighting to end sex trafficking and sexual exploitation. Krystal shares what sex trafficking really looks like…and there's a good chance it's not what you think! Plus, you'll hear how to spot the red flags among students, what to do if you suspect it's happening, and actions we can take (and teach to others) to help prevent sex trafficking.Be sure to check the links below for more valuable resources on this topic. This is something that could be affecting students at your own school in various ways, so keep asking questions and follow your gut if you feel like something is off. Share this episode with fellow counselors to help spread awareness around child sex trafficking!Resources Mentioned: Free Resource: Editable Scholarship Spreadsheet - https://counselorclique.com/scholarship Switch Website: https://switchsc.orgNational Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMC): https://www.missingkids.org/home Child Sex Trafficking: https://www.missingkids.org/theissues/trafficking Child Sexual Abuse Material: https://www.missingkids.org/theissues/csam National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE): https://endsexualexploitation.orgConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode150
Bugs are cool! But are they lunch? Entomophagy Anthropologist Dr. Julie Lesnik is an expert on bug eating and enthusiastically explains how much more sustainable – and tasty? -- it is than other types of animal proteins. We talk about the human past, present and future of ingesting insects, from grasshopper tacos to ant omelettes, cricket wedding cakes, humane bug slaughter, water conservation, arthropod allergies, and cultural biases. Also: termite farts? Yes. Dr. Julie Lesnik's websiteA donation went to Little HerdsTo try crickets: EatChirps.com, use code Ologies10 for 10% off Chirp ChipsAly Moore's Bugible.com and EatBugsEvents.comFull-length (*not* G-rated) Entomophagy Anthropology episode + tons of science linksMore kid-friendly Smologies episodes!Become a patron of Ologies for as little as a buck a monthOlogiesMerch.com has hats, shirts, masks, totes!Follow @Ologies on X and InstagramFollow @AlieWard on X and InstagramSound editing by Mercedes Maitland of Maitland Audio Productions, Jarrett Sleeper of Mind Jam Media & Steven Ray MorrisMade possible by work from Noel Dilworth, Susan Hale,Jacob Chaffee, Kelly R. Dwyer, Emily White, & Erin TalbertSmologies theme song by Harold Malcolm
Accelerate your post-production career: https://mixinglight.comFull episode notes and additional links: https://mixinglight.com/color-grading-tutorials/what-a-contemporary-artist-can-teach-colorists-about-color/Buy the Color Timer Shirt, now for sale: https://vincenttaylorcolor.myshopify.com/===The Color Timer podcast aims to speak with professionals who work with color.Yet, so often, I fall into the habit of speaking with professionals closer to my field of film and television, but I really do want to cast the further and learn from professionals working in other disciplines—that is what we are doing in this episode!Anna Evans is a contemporary New Zealand landscape painter, children's book illustrator, mural painter, and games artist.With so many talents at her disposal, who better to learn about color from?I discovered Anna while watching an Instagram video she made about color mixing that challenges some of the fundamental things we learned in art class as children. I was totally hooked by the way Anna explained things.Her passion for color and the threads of science that keep popping up throughout our conversation make this an episode for both technicians and artists. Anna's work is beautiful, so after listening to our chat, please check it out through the links below.It made me wonder, whose art most inspires and provokes you to try new color grading techniques?- - -Editor: Rich RoddmanExecutive Producer: https://mixinglight.comPodcast Home: https://colortimerpodcast.mixinglight.com (00:00) - - Introduction (01:12) - - Anna's background and journey (02:08) - - And... the timer begins (02:48) - - The painter's primary colors (05:18) - - Mixing with light (08:08) - - Anna's color palette (09:02) - - Painting birds (12:28) - - New inspiration (14:11) - - Painting as a jazz performance (16:19) - - What kind of paint do you use? (16:53) - - Do you force yourself to paint? (17:59) - - Is there a color that you tend to avoid? (19:09) - - Thoughts on the King Charles portrait (21:36) - - Get the Color Timer T-Shirt!
Have you checked your phone's screen time lately? If you're anything like me, you might be embarrassed about how much time you actually spend on your phone, specifically the time spent scrolling on social media. I use social media for both work and personal purposes, and I was beginning to feel like I was spending way more time on these apps than I wanted to be.So, I decided to challenge myself by giving up social media for a month! I was curious to see how a break from social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook would affect my daily life. In this episode, I'm sharing the highs and lows of this experiment. You'll hear how it felt to step away from the digital noise, the impact on my personal relationships, and even some unexpected benefits I discovered along the way. This conversation also applies to your professional role. As school counselors, our relationship with social media can be a double-edged sword. While it helps us connect and share valuable resources, it's important to maintain a healthy balance. I hope this episode inspires you to reflect on your own social media habits and even take on a similar challenge if you're feeling up to it! If you have ever tried a social media hiatus, send me a message on Instagram @counselorclique (yes, I'm back, but with healthy boundaries!) or an email to lauren@counselorclique.com. I'd love to know how it went for you!Resources Mentioned: Free Resource: Scholarship Spreadsheet - https://counselorclique.com/scholarship Resource: Healthy Relationships Classroom Lesson - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Healthy-Relationships-Classroom-Lesson-for-High-School-Students-7176249?utm_source=Podcast%20Ep%20146&utm_campaign=Healthy%20Relationships%20Classroom Resource: Soft Skills Bundle - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Soft-Skills-Bundle-for-High-School-Students-8194384?utm_source=Podcast%20Ep%20146&utm_campaign=Soft%20Skills%20BundleBook: 12 Ways Your Phone is Changing You by Troy Reinke - https://amzn.to/4cJQ0nD Connect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on...
Full episode now available on Patreon. Graffiti on Low or No Dollars is a novel written by Elberto Muller. Muller, who lives life mostly as a drifter, writes about his experience travelling throughout North America via freight train. The book reflects on the state of American life & society today; the scamming, drugs and unorthodox ways of making a living that much of the United States has taken up to survive and get by. This episode covers many of the ideas in the book that are encountered throughout Elberto Muller's stops across America. http://patreon.com/livingproofnewyorkhttp://livingproofnewyork.comFull episode on Patreon.
Accelerate your post-production career: https://mixinglight.comFull episode notes and additional links: https://mixinglight.com/color-grading-tutorials/colorist-jason-bowdach-pixeltools-color-timer-podcast/Buy the Color Timer Shirt, now for sale: https://vincenttaylorcolor.myshopify.com/===Today, I will be speaking to Jason Bowdach. Jason is a fellow contributor here on Mixing Light. He is a colorist and online editor with an impressive CV that includes major networks such as Fox and Disney. Jason creates a suite of colorist tools through his company, PixelTools. Jason shares what inspires him to create software offerings for the industry and his approach to a new project. He also has an interesting view on AI / Machine Learning and its likely impact on our industry.This is putting the shoe on the other foot at last. Jason has his very cool podcast, Color & Coffee, on which I was a guest, so now it's time for Jason to answer some of my questions! Outside of Pixel Tools and his own grading work, Jason also teaches about color and post-workflow, so he keeps fairly busy, to say the least.- - -Editor: Rich RoddmanExecutive Producer: https://mixinglight.comPodcast Home: https://colortimerpodcast.mixinglight.com (00:00) - - Introduction (02:29) - - Starting the Timer: What is Pixel Tools? (05:27) - - How LUTs inspired PixelTools' first product (08:08) - - How do you reverse engineering a LUT? (11:36) - - How Jason got into DCTLs (14:53) - - Exploring filmic contrast (18:20) - - What is Jason's take on AI? (20:23) - - Closing remarks
Have you ever held a “Coffee with the Counselor” event at your school? This can be a great opportunity for parents to connect with counselors and other parents all while learning about a particular topic.I've held several “Coffee with the Counselor” events in the past, and some have been a huge hit while others didn't quite have the turnout we'd hoped for. Along the way, I learned what logistics you need to plan for and I'm sharing them with you today. I'll run through all the details so you can get started on prepping your very own “Coffee with the Counselor”!Running an event like this doesn't have to be a huge undertaking. Just a bit of minimal planning can make a huge impact on parents and students. Getting parents through the door is a win in itself, right? If you've hosted “Coffee with the Counselor” before, I'd love to hear about it! Send me a message on Instagram @counselorclique to let me know what went well or what you're hoping to improve on for next time.Resources:Resource: High School Counselor Kickstart Course - https://counselorclique.com/newcounselor Resource: NAMI [National Alliance on Mental Illness] - https://www.nami.org/Blog: Why I Love "Coffee with the Counselors" - https://counselorclique.com/coffee-with-the-counselors/Book: Love and Logic by Jim Fay - https://amzn.to/3zPE6Kz Leave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode143
Begin with the end in mind. You've probably heard this advice before, but I want it to be your mantra this school year! One of the best things you can do at the beginning of a new school year is to plan your year. I've talked on the podcast before about using organizational tools, such as a calendar, to give you a visual of your year and showcase all the good things you're doing as a counselor. So, in today's episode, I'm sharing why you need to plan your year with a 10,000-foot view and the benefits it has on your year's success.You know how busy you are as a high school counselor and the many directions you're being pulled throughout the year, which is one of the many reasons you should plan your year at the beginning of the school year. And while keeping track of your tasks helps with scheduling, there's more to your job than just administrative tasks. By taking the time to plan your year, you're also able to add events and tasks that fill your cup. After all, you got into this profession because you love it and want to fill your year with things you enjoy doing that serve your students and your counseling program!Although it may feel overwhelming to think about planning an entire year, by doing so, you avoid missing anything important, can think about the goals you have, and can schedule events and tasks that bring you joy as a high school counselor. If you want to limit your stress and enjoy your role this school year, join me for the LIVE Power Hour Planning Party, where you'll walk away with a year-long curriculum map!Resources Mentioned:Live Workshop: Power Hour Planning Party https://counselorclique.com/planningpartyArticle: "Use the Power of the Calendar"Leave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode142Mentioned in this episode:Join me for the first-ever Power Hour Planning Party, where we'll use a high school counseling curriculum map to plot out your school year: https://counselorclique.com/planningparty
Whether you're still on summer break or have already kicked off a new school year, there's one thing I think you need during this season: a curriculum map! While it's very common for teachers to use this planning tool, I believe there are so many benefits for high school counselors to use it as well. In today's episode, I'm sharing why you should create a curriculum map and how it sets you up for a successful school year.One of the things I love about a curriculum map is that it helps you visually see the gaps in your program and ways you can meet those gaps to help better serve your counseling program and students. Even though the beginning of the school year is hectic, making this curriculum map at the start of the year allows you to have a vision and direction of where you're headed. It also creates accountability for yourself and breaks down where you're spending your time.I know you have dreams and goals for your high school counseling program this school year. One of the best ways to achieve those dreams and goals is by creating a high school counseling curriculum map. This visual planning tool will be the ultimate game changer for you to have a successful school year. No matter where you are in the school year right now, make some time to create your own high school counseling curriculum map!Resources Mentioned:Free Resource: How to Kick-Start Your Year as a High School Counselor https://counselorclique.com/privatepodLive Workshop: Power Hour Planning Party (Using a High School Counseling Curriculum Map to Plan Your School Year) https://counselorclique.com/planningpartyLeave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode141Mentioned in this episode:Join me for the first-ever Power Hour Planning Party, where we'll use a high school counseling curriculum map to plot out your school year: https://counselorclique.com/planningparty
Accelerate your post production career: https://mixinglight.comFull episode notes and additional links: https://mixinglight.com/color-grading-tutorials/the-bear-production-designer-art-director-color-timer-interview/Buy the Color Timer Shirt, now for sale: https://vincenttaylorcolor.myshopify.com/===How can I be mesmerized by a television masterpiece while being incredibly stressed out by the chaos of the content? The Bear provokes both of those things. But today, we don't have to worry about those questions because we focus on the show's stunning production design and art direction!In this episode, I chat with Production Designer Merje Veski and Art Director Lisa Korpan about how they got into the world of The Bear, what their roles are, and how they work together to create some of the best television I've ever seen.Merje has a massive credit list, including Chicago Fire, Bobby & Iza, and Man of Steel, to name a few. Lisa's portfolio includes Justified: City Primeval, Shining Girls, Candyman, and one of my personal favorite shows, Sense8—again, these are only a few.About The BearIf you haven't seen The Bear, it is an American psychological comedy-drama television series created by Christopher Storer. Jeremy Allen White stars as Carmy Berzatto, an award-winning chef who returns to his hometown of Chicago to manage the chaotic kitchen at his deceased brother's sandwich shop. The Bear won 10 Emmy awards in 2023 and has been nominated for a record-breaking 23 Emmy awards, including outstanding production design for 2024.===Executive Producer: https://mixinglight.comPodcast Home: https://colortimerpodcast.mixinglight.com (00:00) - Introduction (02:31) - How Merje & Lisa got started (04:01) - How Lisa & Merje work together (06:48) - Lisa's role in production logistics (08:06) - How do they decide what projects to commit to? (09:29) - When do you realize you're working on an amazing project? (10:46) - Where do you begin with each episode? (12:51) - The direction and design of The Bear's food (16:28) - Do Merje and Lisa relate to the theme of perfection? (18:17) - Is there a Look Book / Bible for The Bear? (21:25) - About the look of the kitchen and bakery (24:37) - Thanks! Buy some Color Timer merch!
Are you questioning the sustainability of your consulting business?It's common for independent consultants to second-guess their decision to pursue a solo business, especially when the ups and downs of running a business feel like such a big responsibility.In this episode, Melisa Liberman tackles the emotional and mental challenges independent consultants face when trying to grow their businesses. She dives deep into the mindset needed to overcome hurdles and find the resilience to push forward, even when the journey gets tough.In This Episode:Does this sound familiar? It's important to know that second-guessing is a normal part of running your consulting business.How to handle the question "Should I go back to full-time corporate?" in a way that doesn't sabotage your businessA 3-part framework to decide if running a consulting business is worth itIf you're struggling to maintain momentum in your consulting business and questioning if your business is sustainable, this episode will provide you with the tools and insights you need.Mentioned in this Episode:Take the Consultant's Business Health Assessment - https://icassessment.comResources:Grow Your Consulting Business: The 14-Step Roadmap to Make Your Independent Consulting Goals a Reality by Melisa Liberman at ConsultingBusinessBook.comFull show notes and more information: https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-180/Want help achieving your consulting business goals? Melisa can help. Visit consultmelisa.com to apply for a consultation and discuss how her coaching can support your growth.Want help achieving your consulting business goals? Melisa can help. Click here for more on coaching tailored to you as an independent consulting business owner.
You've waited four episodes to listen to the last episode in our grade-level counselor series. A student's senior year is full of ups and downs, celebratory moments, and disappointments, and a senior counselor gets to experience it all with them. My guest on today's episode, Brittany Slagle, experienced all of this and is sharing both what she loves and where she struggles in working with seniors. I've talked on the podcast before about the stress and responsibilities of being a senior counselor. Brittany discusses how she managed the bigger administrative tasks of graduation, scholarship deadlines, and test scores, along with the smaller tasks of her role. She admitted that working with seniors can feel intimidating, but building relationships always outweighs the stressors. When I was a high school counselor, I loved working with seniors, and Brittany feels the exact same way. With this being her first year solely working with seniors, she has learned a lot and has kept notes on what she wants to do differently when she works with them again in three years. I loved her realistic perspective on the stressful, fun, and celebratory moments while working with seniors, and I know you will, too!Resources Mentioned:Resource: Free Scholarship Spreadsheet https://counselorclique.com/scholarshipResource: Credit Check SpreadsheetResource: Senior Bundle Leave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Brittany:Email: mailto:slageb@btcs.orgInstagram: https://instagram.com/thewhitewoodfarmhouse Connect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode140Mentioned in this episode:Resource: Back-to-School High School Counseling Bundle - https://counselorclique.com/btsbundle
Being a school counselor allows you to form close relationships with your students and help guide them through their high school years. It's honestly one of the best and most rewarding parts of the job, and no one believes that more than my guest, Leigh Pottle. Leigh is a high school counselor who works with all grade levels, but she is giving her perspective and insight on working with juniors specifically. Leigh acknowledges that when you work with students as upperclassmen, their needs are different, and their plans start to take action. This requires her to emphasize and constantly reiterate to her students that their academics, attendance, behavior, and discipline matter. During their junior year, everything starts to become more real, which is one reason Leigh works so hard at building relationships and is constantly improving her counseling program. Throughout our conversation, Leigh often refers to her juniors as mini-adults. She shares how to balance guiding and supporting them in their future goals while also keeping them accountable and responsible for their own actions. After listening to our conversation, you will see why Leigh loves working with juniors and see her care and concern for them shine through.Resources Mentioned:Resource: Free Scholarship Spreadsheet https://counselorclique.com/scholarshipResource: Data Guide https://counselorclique.com/dataideasResource: First Generation Small GroupLeave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Leigh:Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lcp0710 Connect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode139Mentioned in this episode:Resource: Back-to-School High School Counseling Bundle - https://counselorclique.com/btsbundle
We're continuing our series on talking with different high school counselors who work with specific grade levels, and today is all about sophomores! Sophomores hold a special place in my heart because when I first started as a counselor, I worked primarily with sophomores. So, I was excited to sit down with my guest, Hannah Fain, to see how our experiences aligned and how things might have changed over the years. Hannah has a great perspective on working with sophomores and the importance of having conversations and small groups to work on certain social and problem-solving skills, along with making sure they're staying on the right track toward graduation. She emphasizes that having these conversations often and early, along with the help of other staff in the building, keeps the students accountable and builds those relationships for success. Resources Mentioned:Resource: YouScience Career AssessmentsResource: Sophomore Planning BundleResource: Healthy Relationships Classroom LessonResource: Career Bundle 2Leave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Hannah:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-fain-131494113 Connect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode138Mentioned in this episode:Resource: Back-to-School High School Counseling Bundle - https://counselorclique.com/btsbundle
Accelerate your post-production career: https://mixinglight.comFull episode notes and additional links: https://mixinglight.com/color-grading-tutorials/matt-mcfarland-mastering-colorist-interview-color_timer_podcast/Buy the Color Timer Shirt, now for sale: https://vincenttaylorcolor.myshopify.com/===Matt McFarland is a Digital Intermediate & Mastering Colorist at ColorTime based in Los Angeles.In this episode of The Color Timer Podcast, we have a wonderful conversation that delves into the world of remastering classic films from days gone by, cult films, and those that turned into classics almost right after they were released.I had briefly considered listing Todd's films, but honestly, the list is so massive that the following shortlist misses out on so many amazing films that he has worked on. So definitely check out his IMDB, and you'll see exactly the films that Matt has been involved with. Here are a few highlights to whet your appetite:- Mad Max: Fury Road – Mastering Colorist: Special Edition- Pacific Rim – DI Color Assist- Flight – Colorist- Up In The Air – Colorist- Revolutionary Road – Colorist- Hustle & Flow – Colorist- Matchstick Men – Remastering ColoristYou'll soon see that there are more variables to manage than you might have imagined when bringing these films back to life. It's inspiring to hear Matt's combination of grading and analytical skills to achieve a result that not only pleases the filmmakers but also delights the fans! You'll quickly see why Matt's unofficial job description is that of a ‘forensic colorist'.- - -Editor: Rich RoddmanExecutive Producer: https://mixinglight.comPodcast Home: https://colortimerpodcast.mixinglight.com (00:00) - - Introduction (01:55) - - Matt's Career Journey (03:28) - - How the Re-mastering process begins (04:41) - - Being a Forensic Colorist (06:02) - - Does Matt reference the original prints? (06:52) - - Fixing mistakes vs original intent (09:32) - - Directors, when remastering to HDR (11:00) - - Studio motivations for remastering (12:09) - - Remastering Wayne's World (12:50) - - Remastering King Creole (14:22) - - What is actually being Archived? (16:35) - - ACES and the future of remastering (20:40) - - Matt's top three favorite films (21:30) - - Conclusion
When you're a new high school counselor, you think you need to have a Pinterest-perfect office in order to be effective. However, your worth as a high school counselor isn't dependent on how much stuff you have in your office or how much financial support you get from your principal, districts, or PTSA. But having a few essentials and office must-haves that you can't live without will certainly make your life easier! This episode highlights a few back-to-school tips and some high school counselor office non-negotiables and “would be nice” things to get your space and program ready for students. While these things worked for me when I was working as a school counselor, everyone's must-have office items will be different and need to work for you. Rest assured, all the things in this episode will just enhance the wonderful things you're already doing as a high school counselor since it's your skills, knowledge, and experience that make you an effective high school counselor!Resources Mentioned:Private Podcast: How to Kick-Start Your Year as a High School Counselor https://counselorclique.com/privatepodResource: School Counselor Beginning of the Year Presentation https://counselorclique.com/beginningResource: Back-to-School High School Counseling BundleBlog: 4 Helpful Categories of Back-to-School Essentials for High School Counselors https://counselorclique.com/back-to-school-essentialsBlog: 3 Ways to Complete Your School Counselor Office Like a Rockstar https://counselorclique.com/school-counselor-officeAmazon Store Front: https://amazon.com/shop/counselorcliqueBack-to-School Blogs and Podcasts: https://counselorclique.com/category/back-to-schoolLeave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative https://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website:
Accelerate your post-production career: https://mixinglight.comFull episode notes and additional links: https://mixinglight.com/color-grading-tutorials/stewart-semple-color-as-performance-art/But the Color Timer Shirt, now for sale: https://vincenttaylorcolor.myshopify.com/===It's fanboy time again. You get to see me barely contain my excitement as I speak to a hero of mine, the incredible artist Stuart Semple. I ask some tough questions about art and color. Strike that: none of the questions are tough, but the answers are wonderful.Stuart Semple is a multidisciplinary British artist who works in painting, sculpture, happenings, technology, and activism. He is well known for his sociologically engaged works, which often discuss youth politics, accessibility, and democracy.Listen to Stuart and I discuss creation, emotion, performance art, and color.- - -Editor: Rich RoddmanExecutive Producer: https://mixinglight.comPodcast Home: https://colortimerpodcast.mixinglight.com (00:00) - - Introduction (01:56) - - Why do we need Art? (03:33) - - What's up with Anish Kapoor and black paint? (05:03) - - Stuart's pinkest-pink, blackest-black rebellion (06:26) - - How music and color interact to drive Stuart's art (08:50) - - How do you turn off your logical thinking? (09:56) - - Where does your knowledge of color come from? (10:57) - - Can someone learn how to use color? (12:02) - - Who inspires Stuart? (13:04) - - How do you know when a painting is finished? (14:04) - - About critics and the value of criticism (15:24) - - Loving bad art (15:52) - - The role of provocation or shock (17:40) - - Is Stuart's career path intentional or intuitive? (18:58) - - Goodbye and thanks
One of the best ways I grew as a professional and leader was when I was a supervisor to high school counseling interns. Being responsible for teaching, guiding, and preparing future high school counselors was something I knew was important for the future of the field. In today's episode, I'm sharing four key things you should do as a supervisor for your counseling interns.My goal as a supervisor was to get my counseling interns to be able to do this job without me. This is why each of the four things I focus on helps to accomplish that goal. The ideas I'm talking about include teaching interns flexibility, encouraging them to take ownership of their own resources, giving opportunities to fail and learn from mistakes, pushing them out of their comfort zone, and providing honest feedback. I also share examples of how these ideas benefit you as the supervisor.When you sign on to be a supervisor who is invested in raising up the next generation of high school counselors, I hope that you'll find that the experience benefits you as well. This episode will provide you with practical and direct ways to guide and navigate you through this supervisor/intern relationship.Resources Mentioned:Resource: High School Counselor Kickstart Audio Course https://counselorclique.com/newcounselorResource: New High School Counselor Playlist https://counselorclique.com/newcounselorplaylistResource: High School Counseling Planning MEGA BundleLeave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode134
36-year old Susan Klassen had only lived in Whitehorse for a few years, but she made a considerable impact on the local community as a renowned modern storyteller with the Yukon International Storytelling Festival. Susan's death—and the public outrage that followed—was named the #1 story in the Yukon for 1997.“Throughout her life, she deeply touched the lives and hearts of many. Along with her love of nature, one of Susan's greatest joys was to share her talent of storytelling.” - ObituaryIf you or a loved one is experiencing family violence, help and resources are available. Support Services - Canadian Women's FoundationFind family violence resources and services in your area - Canada.ca----------------------------------------------------This episode is about an important case that became a watershed moment for the local community in Whitehorse, Yukon, and across the country. We've pieced it together from court documents and the news archives, most notably the reporting of Caroline Murray and Yvette Brend for the Whitehorse Daily Star. Our sincere condolences to Susan Klassen's loved ones and anyone else affected by this crime. ----------------------------------------------------Canadian True Crime has donated to Kaushee's Place; a transition home for women and gender diverse people experiencing violence in the Yukon.True Crime and Paranormal Podcast FestivalJuly 12-14, Denver, Colorado. Use code KRISTI for 15% discount off ticket prices.www.truecrimepodcastfestival.comFull list of resources, information sources and credits:See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I'm always looking to find new resources and information that will be helpful tools for high school students. Whether that be career opportunities, college options, or test-taking strategies, I want to get the right resources in YOUR hands to give to your students. So when I came across Dan Heath's podcast, "What It's Like to Be," I knew this modern platform would be the perfect resource to provide high school students and their parents.In each of Dan's episodes, he interviews someone in a unique career to tell a story about their profession. Each guest loves what they're doing, which comes across in the interviews. In this fun career exploration podcast, high school students can listen and learn about new careers that they may not have been exposed to otherwise. I hope Dan's podcast will be just one more resource for career research and career exploration for your high school students. Use it to ignite their curiosity about what jobs are out there. Take this podcast and let students dive into career exploration to find what they want to do in the future!Resources Mentioned:Resource: Counselor Clique's Amazon Storefront https://amazon.com/shop/counselorcliquePodcast: Back to School Tips for High School Counselors: Office Prep https://counselorclique.com/episode32Leave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Dan:Podcast: What It's Like to BeLinkedInConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode133
As a new school counselor, we're excited and eager to focus on students, enhance the counseling program at our school, and advocate for our role to others in the building. But being the new counselor might mean you're working closely with veteran school counselors, formerly known as guidance counselors, who might not have the same mindset or perspective as you. So what do you do if you're in this situation? In this episode, I'm sharing what to do when working with an old-school guidance counselor as a new school counselor.Now, I'm not saying that every veteran school counselor has an “old-school” mentality because I was eager to step into a school counseling position where my co-workers had years and years of experience and knowledge that I could soak in. However, I've also known the struggle of trying to implement new strategies and techniques into a counseling program with major pushback from my peers. When establishing your role as a new school counselor with a veteran school counselor, it's important to be aware of the three big ideas that could hinder your role. I help define and find solutions to those ideas, explain the characteristics of a guidance counselor, and share the magical answer of what you need to do as a new school counselor when working with an old-school guidance counselor in this episode!Resources Mentioned:Resource: High School Credit Check SpreadsheetResource: Gallup StrengthsFinder 2.0Resource: How to Kickstart Your Year Private Podcast Series https://counselorclique.com/privatepod (this is how you can get on my email list if you haven't already!)Leave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode132
The end-of-year stress and exhaustion can bring up a lot of emotions for school counselors. And when it's finally summer break, you have the time to stop and reflect on what you want professionally going forward. When a school year wraps, I know many school counselors ask themselves, is it time for me to move on from this? It can be hard to sift through all you're feeling and decide what your next step is. So, in this episode, I'm helping you examine when it's time to move on from high school counseling when managing the weight of burnout. There are many reasons why a school counselor would want to move on from their current position. Before going through them, I share some practical items you need to think through that will help you better understand what your next move is. Then, I discuss multiple scenarios you could find yourself in when thinking it's time to move on. The breakdown of these scenarios will show you what you're lacking in your current position or what you're looking for in the future. However, leaving your current position might not be what you need. Instead, you might find that you want to stay in your role, but certain things need to change. I discuss those items as well to help prepare you for those changes when you return to school in the fall. So, whether you know it's time to move on or are staying with a few changes, I hope this episode provides you with support, guidance, and an understanding of what's going to make you happy in your role as a high school counselor!Resources Mentioned:Podcast: The Lazy Genius- Episode 368: My Playbook for a Lazy Genius SummerResearch Article: School Counselors' Work-Related Rumination as a Predictor of Burnout, Turnover Intentions, Job Satisfaction, and Work Engagement by Mullen, Backer, Chae, and LiLeave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode131
Everyone wants to feel successful in their job. But sometimes, there are certain aspects in and out of your control that contribute to you feeling hesitant to speak up, questioning your ability, or finding it difficult to create change. This occurs when psychological safety is low in the work culture, which then contributes to doubting yourself. My guest on today's episode, Caroline Crawford, is sharing ways for navigating imposter syndrome and facilitating a positive work culture and how this relates to high school counseling.Work culture is so important that it can truly affect your feeling of safety. Caroline speaks of feeling connected and safe in order to feel motivated in our jobs and how this can be done through your example as a high school counselor. It's understood that there will be days in this role that are tough and hard to deal with, but Caroline shares how to engage in self-care and always look towards the why of your job to help you through.Caroline's message in this episode is one of empowerment and motivation. She believes in facilitating a positive work culture through psychological safety and navigating imposter syndrome in order for you to find success and happiness in your role as a high school counselor, which you will definitely learn from her words and examples in this episode.Resources Mentioned:Leave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode130
If you've been in the education field long enough, you know that the people you work with, encounter along your journey, and meet on the different paths in your career all shape who you are and your approach to your role. Well, I'm no exception to that philosophy. As a high school counselor, I met many fellow counselors who had an impact on my role as a school counselor and the qualities I tried to embody on a daily basis. In this episode, I reflect on the three educators who inspired me and changed how I approached my high school counseling job. Although I've worked with many high school counselors, three have stood out after many years on the job and beyond. With each person that I name, I also share how and why they impacted my approach to school counseling. Each had different strengths and was successful in their own ways, whether through relationship building, always willing to learn something new, the qualities of a good leader, and so much more. These, along with many others, are reasons why they had an impact on me. Additionally, all three of these women were successful school counselors in different seasons of their lives, which I found encouraging. By sharing the educators who inspired me in my approach to high school counseling jobs, I hope you feel encouraged to take the time to reflect and think through the educators in your life who were mentors and impacted your role as a school counselor.Resources Mentioned:Leave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode129Mentioned in this episode:Private Practice Workshop Info and Sign Up: https://counselorclique.com/privatepractice
This week on Legends & Spirits, we've avoided it for long enough, but tonight we bring you… Shadow People! We'll give you the theories and history of these terrifying dark entities and even give you a fist hand account from one of our nearest and dearest in a live interview…top hats optional! For our Macabre Mixology, we'll keep it dark and shadowy with our take on a classic island cocktail that's sure to take the edge of this terrifying episode. For our Spooky Saloons we're visiting a haunted inn with a heart broken ghost that's been waiting for her fallen lover for over 200 years!Welcome to Legends and Spirits!Visit us: legendsandspiritspodcast.comInstagram: legends_and_spirits_podcastTwitter: Legends and Spirits PodcastFacebook: Legends & Spirits PodcastPatreon: patreon.com/legendsandspiritspodcast Email us: cheers@legendsandspiritspodcast.com Artwork by: zombienose.comMusic by: Burton Bumgarner, Ken Peters music@legendsandspiritspodcast.comFull credit list and references at: legendsandspiritspodcast.comTips (via PayPal) are always appreciated: TIP JAR
The day is upon us. Maybe. In the words of the late Teddy Kennedy (uncle of Robert F. Junior, and real-life inspiration for Kendall Roy):"For all those whose cares have been our concern, the work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives, and the dream shall never die."Thank you for keeping us cheerful.Email our sporadically monitored inbox: chat@cheerfulpodcast.comFull text of Ted Kennedy's 1980 Democratic National Concession address: https://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/tedkennedy1980dnc.htm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I know when I first started out as a school counselor, I was incredibly nervous and constantly worried about both the small and big things that would happen in this role. And while this feeling was completely normal when first starting out, I quickly realized that worrying didn't do me any good and that I needed to focus on my job and what I knew I could do. So, if this sounds like you, in today's episode, I'm sharing four things to quit worrying about if you're a brand new school counselor.Since I've been in your shoes before, I decided to select the four biggest things that would've made an impact on being a brand new counselor. When I describe and discuss the things to quit worrying about, I also provide insight into why this shouldn't be something that worries you in your new role. Additionally, I share insight and encouragement to trust in your experience, knowledge, and skills to not only overcome these worries but excel in this new role. During this episode, you will get a mixture of pep talk, tough love, encouragement, and finally, some next steps on how I can personally help you ease your continuous list of worries. Starting a brand new job, especially as a school counselor, can make you nervous and overwhelmed. But after listening to this episode, you'll learn four things to quit worrying about that will make your first year as a school counselor a success! Resources Mentioned:Resource: High School Counselor Kickstart Audio Course—use code PODCAST20 for 20% off! https://counselorclique.com/newcounselorResource: New Counselor Playlist http://www.counselorclique.com/newcounselorplaylist Leave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode128Mentioned in this episode:Private Practice Workshop Info and Sign Up: https://counselorclique.com/privatepractice
Think back to the time you transitioned from middle school to high school. You went from being the oldest in the school to now being the youngest in a new building with a bunch of new opportunities in front of you. Many incoming ninth graders are apprehensive about being in a new school and unsure about the classes they need to take and what to get involved in. So, in today's episode, I'm sharing how to seamlessly transition students from eighth to ninth grade.When you get a new caseload of incoming ninth-grade students, there are simple and easy ways to help make their transition smooth and make them feel welcome. These practical ideas include tours of the high school, creating a panel of students to answer any student-led questions, being available to meet them in person, and creative ways to introduce yourself and answer their questions. Nowadays, there are so many different platforms to send information out, so I encourage you to take advantage of those to better reach more students.Making the transition to high school can be intimidating and overwhelming for incoming ninth-grade students, so making it easier as the school counselor is a simple way to make them feel comfortable and welcome. So, if you're looking for practical ideas to implement to make the transition from eighth to ninth grade smooth, this episode is for you! Resources Mentioned:Resource: Ninth Grade Transition to High School Presentation https://counselorclique.com/ninthgradetransitionResource: Freshman Planning Bundle https://counselorclique.com/freshmanplanningbundle Resource: Senior Bulletin Board https://counselorclique.com/seniorbulletinboard Resource: High School Counselor Kickstart Audio Course https://counselorclique.com/newcounselorLeave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode127Mentioned in this episode:Private Practice Workshop Info and Sign Up: https://counselorclique.com/privatepractice
I love sharing ideas, tips, and advice about all things related to school counseling. But nothing makes me more excited than the joy, eagerness, and excited demeanor of new high school counselors! They've got all these new ideas they want to implement and are excited to hit the ground running. So, if you're a new high school counselor and thinking, "What do I need to know before the school year begins?" this episode is for you! Learning all the things you'll need to do as a new high school counselor can be overwhelming, so in today's episode, I'm sharing four must-listen podcast episodes for new high school counselors. Each episode discusses a different aspect of school counseling, with a small clip of what you should do or an idea to think about. This podcast allows me to reach so many school counselors and help out those who are new or looking for new ways to run a small group or how to use data. So, if you're a new high school counselor, listen to these four must-listen podcast episodes to get a better idea of what to expect as a school counselor in the fall. Resources Mentioned:Resource: High School Planning Mega BundleResource: School Counselor Beginning of the Year Presentation Resource: Bulletin Board Bundle 2Resource: High School Counselor Kickstart Audio Course https://counselorclique.com/newcounselorFree Resource: New Counselor Playlist https://counselorclique.com/newcounselorplaylistLeave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode126Mentioned in this episode:Private Practice Workshop Info and Sign Up:...
This is the time of year when you might start looking for new opportunities in the form of a new counseling job. Whether you're a student who just graduated college, a parent coming back into the workforce after staying home with your children, or just looking for a new place to help students, this episode is for you! I have my friend, Rachel Davis, on today, and we're sharing our best school counseling interview advice in hopes of giving you encouragement and tips as you enter the job search scene.When interviewing for school counseling positions, there's a lot that goes into it. Rachel and I are breaking down the different components of interviews, such as resumes, second interviews, how to respond to different scenarios, and marketing yourself to be the best for the position. Along with sharing how we'd handle different scenarios, we're also giving general advice on how to make the biggest impact during your interview.Being on both sides of the interview process, Rachel and I have an open and honest conversation about our dos and don'ts as you look for a new job. No matter what your current situation is, we're sharing our best school counseling interview advice to get you your dream counseling job! Resources Mentioned:Resource: High School Counselor Kickstart Audio Course https://counselorclique.com/newcounselorFree PDF Download: Sample School Counseling Interview Questions from ASCALeave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple PodcastsConnect with Lauren:Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviewsVisit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shopSend me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorcliqueFollow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorcliqueSend me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.comJoin the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.comFull show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode125Mentioned in this episode:Private Practice Workshop Info and Sign Up: https://counselorclique.com/privatepractice
This week on Legends & Spirits, with one of the most celebrated holidays coming up this weekend, we'll give you the real story behind the man, the myth, the legend himself… St. Patrick! For our Macabre Mixology, one of the biggest libating holidays calls for one of the most festive libations and guess what - we've got it and it's like the best of Ireland packed into a shot! For our Spooky Saloons we'll visit Dublin, where else, to a brothel turned historic pub dating back to the 1700s, which has had rumors of witches, ghosts, and satan worshiping sacrifices. Whatever you do, just don't check under the floorboards! Welcome to Legends and Spirits!Visit us: legendsandspiritspodcast.comInstagram: legends_and_spirits_podcastTwitter: Legends and Spirits PodcastFacebook: Legends & Spirits PodcastPatreon: patreon.com/legendsandspiritspodcast Email us: cheers@legendsandspiritspodcast.com Artwork by: zombienose.comMusic by: Burton Bumgarner, Ken Peters music@legendsandspiritspodcast.comFull credit list and references at: legendsandspiritspodcast.comTips (via PayPal) are always appreciated: TIP JAR
That Anxiety Guy - Straight Talk And Help With Anxiety, Panic and Agoraphobia
HOW TO CALM DOWN FROM A PANIC ATTACK? This is one of the million dollar question in our community, so let's take a look at how to calm down from a panic attack. I know you likely want tips and tricks for how to stop a panic attack and calm down, but could the act of embracing, rather than fighting off a panic attack, be the hidden doorway to "calm"? Let's look at true acceptance, and unpack the idea that true calmness emerges not from a frantic search for escape but through allowing and riding out the panic storm.This isn't about finding a quick fix. It's about redefining your relationship with anxiety and recognizing the strength in vulnerability. Remember, every moment of openness to the experience is a step toward lasting improvement and recovery.Episode Links:My Recovery Guidebookhttps://theanxioustruth.com/recoveryguidePanic Attacks Explained:https://learn.theanxioustruth.com/panic-attacks-explainedAgoraphobia Explained: https://learn.theanxioustruth.com/agoraphobia-explainedMy website:https://theanxioustruth.comFull show notes for this episode:https://theanxioustruth.com/282 Disclaimer: The Anxious Truth is not therapy or a replacement for therapy. Listening to The Anxious Truth does not create a therapeutic relationship between you and the host or guests of the podcast. Information here is provided for psychoeducational purposes. As always, when you have questions about your own well-being, please consult your mental health and/or medical care providers. If you are having a mental health crisis, always reach out immediately for in-person help.