Podcasts about graduate certificates

On this episode of Women on the Line we chat with Maxine Chi (Chai) who is a contributor to the Our Story: Aboriginal – Chinese people in Australia, an exhibition that has been curated by Zhou Xiaoping and held at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra until 27 January 2026. Maxine is a Bardi Aboriginal woman who has Chinese, Japanese and Scottish ancestry. She was born in Broome, Western Australia in 1954, a place which has a rich history of people from around the world, mainly Asia and Australia, coming to live and work in the pearling industry from the late 1890s. Maxine currently teaches the Graduate Certificate in Aboriginal Studies at Notre Dame University, Broome Campus, online and face to face with her students. She has worked in various government positions in State and Commonwealth Governments as well as the Kimberley Land Council, the Aboriginal Legal Service of WA (Inc), Department of Housing (WA) and is a member of the Bardi and Jawi Niimidiman Aboriginal Corporation the native title body for her countrymen and women. 

After nearly three decades in corporate leadership, Ebony Williams found herself at a crossroads. She was successful on the outside, yet internally she felt unfulfilled and misaligned. In this episode, Ebony shares her faith-led journey to leave the perceived safety of her corporate career and launch Alignée Shift, a transformational coaching practice grounded in helping others align with their God-given purpose and identity.With wisdom rooted in Scripture and her life experiences, Ebony unpacks the spiritual signs of misalignment, the tension between comfort and calling, and the sacred process of discernment. She introduces her powerful A.L.I.G.N. framework: Assess, Liberate, Integrate, Guard, and Navigate. It is a powerful roadmap for those ready to courageously move from burnout to breakthrough and from comfort to calling.Whether you're feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or simply curious about what it means to live a life truly aligned with God's purpose, this conversation will encourage and equip you to take your next step with confidence and faith.More about Ebony:Ebony Williams is a leadership coach, speaker, and founder of Alignée Shift—a coaching brand dedicated to helping high-achieving women realign their lives and redefine success on their own terms. With over 25 years of experience in corporate leadership at AT&T, Ebony has built a legacy of empowering professionals through coaching, talent development, and diversity-centered leadership. As Associate Director of AT&T's Early Career Technology Development Program, she coached and mentored hundreds of emerging technologists, launched inclusive talent pipelines, and improved retention by creating culture-shifting evaluation and growth frameworks. Her national leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion training impacted thousands of employees and inspired organizational change from the inside out. Now, through Alignée Shift, Ebony guides ambitious women in bridging the gap between external success and inner fulfillment. Her ALIGN Method™ offers a transformative framework for realignment—helping women reclaim their purpose, voice, and vision in both work and life. Ebony serves as Chapter Leader for the Women Empowering Women organization in North St. Louis County. She also serves on several committees dedicated to scholarships and mentoring youth. Ebony holds an MBA from Washington University in St. Louis, a Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Cornell University and multiple certifications in leadership and Agile methodologies. Whether she's coaching one-on-one, speaking on stage, or leading a workshop, Ebony's mission is clear: to empower women to lead with clarity, confidence, and inner alignment.Support the showTransforming the workplace one Bible study at a time - DONATE today! CONNECT WITH US:B-B-T.org | News | LinkedIn Biblical Business Training (“BBT”) equips busy, working people to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ and empowers them in small-group Bible study settings to apply Biblical principles to their every day lives - especially in the workplace. BBT is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization which exists to help people develop their Christian “Faith for Work – Leadership for Life!”

Cold Waters, Bold Dreams: The Courage to Take the Plunge with Linda Townsend What happens when you take a leap of faith… straight into a freezing cold plunge? Join us this week on Look for the Good as returning guest Linda Townsend, Award-Winning Founder of Release Well-Being Center, shares her inspiring journey from corporate exec to wellness trailblazer. Discover how she traded boardroom stress for soul-deep sanctuary—creating a community centered around true self-care and healing. We'll explore the courage it takes to let go of control, embrace uncertainty, and trust the process—even when the water feels icy and the path unclear. Hear how Linda's practice of contrast therapy (a.k.a. cold plunging!) cracked open a new level of clarity, energy, and purpose Bust the myths about self-care and learn what it reallymeans to prioritize your well-being Uncover the subtle signs that you're on the path to your true calling This episode is for anyone standing at the edge of change, wondering if it's too cold to jump in. Tune in and be reminded: sometimes you have to step into the discomfort to find the warmest part of yourself. This week on Dreamvisions7Radio Network! BIO: Linda Townsend, Founder of Release Well-Being Center, had a dream – to bring together the many facets of holistic wellness in one location to meet a growing and unfulfilled need. Linda draws on her extensive background in the corporate environment, as well as her wellness knowledge and experience, to create an ideal “sanctuary” and community where individuals of any age and fitness level can find balance, purpose and well-being. She graduated as Valedictorian when she received her MBA from Northeastern University, has a BA in Journalism from Northeastern University and later received a Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching from William James College. Linda started her career as an investigative newspaper and television journalist, then a marketing and sales executive for several high-tech companies. Trying to balance her career while raising three young children, she became attuned to the importance of consistent self-care (you must put on your own oxygen mask first before you can help others!), which led her to become a certified yoga instructor in 2007 and then an executive and life coach. Linda connected with a team of wellness experts to realize and expand her dream for Release Well-Being Center. Release opened in Westborough in 2017 and in Back Bay in 2024. Do you ever wish you could just escape the chaos and step into a space designed for pure relaxation? At Release Well-Being Center we offer a serene sanctuary where you can recharge your mind, recover your body and reconnect with yourself. Whether you choose holistic healing therapies, spa treatments or mindful movement, you will experience the ultimate reset at Release Well-Being Center. Prioritize your self-care today at our new Boston or Westboro location.  Book your escape to bliss at www.ReleaseWellBeingCenter.com today! Voted best of Boston 2024! Want to find out when the next incredible episode of Look for the Good is dropping? Sign up for the Look for the Good Podcast Chat weekly newsletter to get behind the scenes insights, special tips, and insider only offers. Click HERE to sign up today! Learn More about Carrie here: https://carrierowan.com/

Keith Heggart from the University of Technology Sydney joins Michelle Ockers to discuss the creation of the Graduate Certificate in Learning Design. He takes us behind the scenes of the design process—how he spent months consulting with industry experts, developing learner personas, and challenging traditional university structures to create a program that is fast-paced, practical, and immediately useful. Keith also shares key insights on the growing demand for learning design expertise, the critical role of communication in the field, and why the divide between corporate and higher education learning design needs to be bridged. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/167/ Podcast information and more episodes: https://learninguncut.global/podcast/

In this episode of Money Tales, our guest is Marlis Jansen. Marlis was one of our first guests and shared her money tales in episode number five. She joins us this week to talk about the HEARTS framework she developed for achieving financial wellbeing. Marlis describes financial wellbeing as possessing solid financial skills and deep emotional intelligence about money, so that we can meet our financial responsibilities, reduce stress and live more purposeful, joyful and impactful lives. We go deep into HEARTS in this episode, which is an acronym for each of the components for achieving financial wellbeing. Marlis Jansen is a licensed psychotherapist who is trained in wealth psychology and a sixth-generation member of a family of stewardship. This combination of professional training with lived experience gives her a unique perspective on the nuances and complexities of owning financial wealth. Prior to founding Graddha, Marlis worked for several healthcare startups and spent a decade as a stay at home mom.  As a product developer in the healthcare information technology space, she designed strategies to maximize trust and safety for patients to help them take ownership of their health decisions. Marlis also served as Director of Business Development and Director of Product Development in a couple of health care startups.  Her experience as a mom inspired her to contemplate how we ascribe value to people and work. Marlis holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology from Harvard University, a Master of Arts degree in Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies and a Graduate Certificate in Financial Psychology and Behavioral Finance from Creighton University Heider College of Business. She is an active member of the Purposeful Planning Institute, Financial Psychology Institute and the Financial Therapy Association. She serves on the Board of the Stone Age Institute and, since 2009, has served as Vice President of The Springcreek Foundation, her family's private philanthropic foundation. Marlis speaks French well and is proficient in Spanish and Norwegian. She loves to enjoy home cooked family dinners, hike Mt. Tam with her family and dogs, travel in unfamiliar countries and cultures, and stay up late playing board games.

Growing up in the Washington, D.C area with two parents working for the Federal government, it's not surprising that Katie was raised to love history and eventually work in the Federal Government and the rich museum culture her city is famous for.  How does her love of music and theater lead her down this path?  Listen to hear about how Katie has woven together her multiple interests and experiences to form her career path, and like many of us, it's still a Path in Progress!  

Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Michael Washington, Ph.D., and Doug Judge, Ph.D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Dr. Washington and Dr. Judge share their insights on how leaders can step into complex, high-stakes environments and commit to change using relational-based approaches.  Dr. Washington, an expert in leadership development and operational excellence, shares his journey of shifting organizational culture from a command-and-control mindset to a collaborative, human-centered approach. He reflects on his work in supply chain management and how leveraging diverse perspectives transformed team engagement and efficiency. Dr. Judge, a seasoned educator and social worker, takes us through his eye-opening experiences in the juvenile justice system and public education. He recounts moments that propelled him to advocate for systemic change—particularly addressing disproportionality in discipline and centering prevention over punishment. His stories highlight the power of restorative practices in fostering equity and disrupting exclusionary systems. Together, they explore the intersection of leadership, social and emotional learning, and restorative practices frameworks in transforming both corporate and educational landscapes. Whether in a boardroom or a classroom, their insights reveal how intentional, relationship-driven approaches create sustainable change. Dr. Washington has more than 30 years of experience across various business sectors, including oil and gas, consumer products, nonprofits, education, and food services. He has served as an adjunct professor at both Loyola University of Chicago in the Quinlan School of Business and Union Institute and University. Michael has extensive experience in large-scale implementation, change management, and a strong belief in human-centered and conscious-driven decision-making. Dr. Judge has more than 25 years of experience in education, administration, large-scale implementation in schools, social work, and youth services. His career has focused on addressing systemic inequities in influential public institutions. He served as a special education teacher in a variety of public and institutional school settings, and as a school administrator at a large public alternative high school in Seattle, focused on providing restorative and healing-centered wraparound supports. As the Director of Social and Emotional Learning for Highline Public Schools, Doug led the districtwide implementation of restorative practices, positive behavior supports, and Social Emotional Learning (SEL).  Tune in to learn more about reimagining leadership through a relational lens and how Dr. Washington's and Dr. Judge's graduate certificate courses for the Graduate Certificate in Change Implementation in Organizations and Social Systems can support your work. 

Tracy, Tricia and Louise reflect the origins of the Australian Women Preach and discuss what's next for the team behind the podcast.Tracy McEwan (PhD) is a theologian and sociologist of religion and gender at the University of Newcastle. Her writing and research interests include women in Catholicism; gendered violence; church participation, generations, and life stage. Tracy's monograph Women and the Catholic Church:Negotiating Identity and Agency will be published open-access with Bloomsbury Academic on 24 April 2025 https://www.bloomsbury.com/au/women-and-the-catholic-church-9781350424821/Patricia Gemmell is a wife, mother and grandmother, andsemi-retired teacher of French, Latin and Italian.  She also has a Masters degree in Theology.  She belongs to the Grail, an international movement and community of women, and recently served 8 years on their National Leadership Team.  An active member of her parish community in Sydney for nearly 40 years, she is currently the co-ordinator of their Laudato Si' Action Platform group.  Caring deeply about church reform she has been fully engaged in both the Australian Plenary Council and the Synod on Synodality and is also one of the working team responsible for AustralianWomen Preach, a weekly podcast of a woman preaching on the Sunday gospel.  Louise Maher worked for many years in radio as a journalist, producer and presenter, including 25 years with the ABC. She created a podcast series for the Australian War Memorial and an oral history app for the National Portrait Gallery. Louise is an Accredited Editor and has a Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing from Sydney University.

What is Neuroplasticity?Neuroscientists used to think that our brain was fixed and unchangeable from birth. It was believed that our intellectual capacity was fixed – the brain with which we were born, was the brain we had for life. We now know that the brain is a highly active and malleable organ across a person's lifespan. This powerful capacity for change is called neuroplasticity. Arrowsmith was born from Barbara Arrowsmith-Young's own painful struggle with her learning disorder and the journey she went through to not only overcome it, but to begin helping others strengthen their brain and change their educational and professional lives. Debbie Gilmore is the Executive Director of Arrowsmith. She is passionate about education. During her 40+ year career as an educator, she has worked as a teacher, literacy advisor, assistant principal, principal and as Head of Diverse Learning Needs at the Sydney Catholic Schools, Sydney, Australia. Now in Canada, as Executive Director of Arrowsmith, she works with educators around the world to bring about educational change. Her experience has helped her understand the need to ‘unlock' the potential of all students through the power of neuroplasticity, cognitive enhancement and systemic change.Debbie holds a Masters of Education and various Graduate Certificates in Education in a range of areas of diverse learning.Takeaways: The principles of neuroplasticity are essential for facilitating meaningful change within the brain. Engaging in positive cognitive activities enhances the brain's capacity to adapt and grow. In today's AI-driven world, strong cognitive functions are vital for discerning information accuracy. Neuroplasticity provides a hopeful avenue for individuals with learning difficulties to overcome challenges. Websitewww.arrowsmith.caSocial Media Informationhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/arrowsmith-program/https://www.instagram.com/thearrowsmithprogram/https://www.youtube.com/@ArrowsmithProgram/Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE)https://nape.org.uk/Discover more about Education on Fire

In this episode of the Well-Led Schools Podcast, I sit down with educator and behaviour specialist Bernii Godwin to explore what it truly means to love students on purpose. We discuss how building relationships rooted in respect, honor, and care can empower students far more effectively than control or punishment. Bernii challenges the common myths about student behavior management in education, including the idea that it’s a problem to be solved rather than a dynamic to be understood. Together, we unpack how fear and the need for control often shape the way we manage classrooms—and why shifting toward connection and skill-building leads to more meaningful, lasting change. In this episode, we cover: An alternative approach to student behaviour management that involves meeting them we’re they’re at on an individual level What loving your students actually means The roadblocks that prevent educators, or even parents, from respecting, honoring and caring for our students and children The guiding principles of loving your students on purpose and how the same can be applied to relationships with other adults The difference between behaviour management and behaviour education and why the latter is an effective approach to supporting students, staff and community How to maintain a healthy balance between respect, boundaries and loving our students Common misconceptions about student behaviour management An introduction to the empowerment model and how we can use it to empower ourselves and others Practical strategies that will enable you to love your students (and other humans) on purpose About Bernii: Bernii Godwin is the Director and Principal Consultant at Godwin Consulting, bringing over two decades of experience in the education and human services sectors. With a background that spans maternity to aged care, Bernii has developed a unique expertise in helping individuals, families, and organisations understand their needs and meet them effectively while respecting the rights of others. Since 2002, Bernii has worked predominantly in the educator sector, partnering with schools, children, and families to build internally responsible behaviour cultures that promote healthy boundaries, love, respect, and joyful responsibility. She has witnessed transformative cultural shifts in schools, moving from environments driven by fear and control to ones centered on love, trust, and empowerment. Bernii holds a master’s in Social Work, a Graduate Certificate in Neuropsychotherapy, and a Bachelor of Human Services/Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice, majoring in youth and family justice. She is also a ‘Loving on Purpose’ Trainer and a John Maxwell Team Member, along with being a Maxwell Method DISC Consultant. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, Bernii is passionate about helping educators and school communities build meaningful connections that foster growth and positive change. Links and Resources: Apply to join the Well-Led Schools Partnership program: adriennehornby.com.au/school-partnerships Explore Bernii’s free resources for educators: https://godwinconsulting.com.au/books-and-resources/ Thank you so much for listening. I’m so honoured that you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on your preferred podcast app, that way we can inspire and educate even more people together. Connect with Bernii Godwin via: Her website: www.godwinconsulting.com.au Email: admin@godwinconsulting.com.au LinkedIn: https://linktr.ee/BerniiGodwin Facebook and Instagram: @Godwin_Consulting Get her book: Loving our Students on Purpose (all online platforms for print & audio, their website or in store in Koorong) Connect with me via: My website Linkedin Instagram EmailSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

March 17, 2025 ~ March Madness is known for its unpredictability, yet millions of fans still attempt to outsmart the chaos each year. Director of Michigan State University's Graduate Certificate in Sports Analytics Albert Cohen talks with Lloyd and Jamie about strategies to fill out your bracket, adopting a risk-averse approach, and so much more!

Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Nicole Garcia Diaz and Robert Gordon to this special episode of the Restorative Works! Podcast, recorded live during the IIRP Collaborative Center for Restorative Practices in Higher Education's virtual forum on December 5-6, 2024! Robert and Nicole share their personal journeys with restorative practices, highlighting how they've integrated restorative justice and community-building principles into their respective campuses. From fostering inclusive, intersectional spaces at Hampshire College to reshaping student conduct processes at the University of Maryland, both guests emphasize the importance of embracing values rooted in restorative practices as a holistic approach to community engagement and institutional change. Throughout the discussion, the guests reflect on the recent sessions at the forum that resonated most with their work. Nicole focuses on the importance of honoring restorative practices' indigenous roots and the ethical responsibility practitioners have in upholding its traditions. Meanwhile, Robert underscores the necessity of community-building across cultural lines and the role of restorative principles in transforming campus cultures. Both emphasize that restorative practices are not just tools or methodologies but a way of being that shapes how we interact and move through the world. Nicole Garcia Diaz is the restorative justice specialist and manager for Rights and Responsibilities at the University of Maryland, College Park where she has led the integration of restorative practices and restorative justice within the university. Passionate about intentional philosophical alignment and practicing restorative justice with respect to its indigenous roots, Nicole has focused on slowly shifting the University's culture in the direction of these values. Nicole also serves on the University's Hate Bias Response Team, facilitates the Latina/x/es in Higher Education Affinity Group, is a yoga instructor, and volunteers with the Smithsonian Museum of the American Latino. Originally from Miami, Florida, Nicole graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Miami, a Master of Education in Student Affairs from the University of Maryland, College Park, and a Graduate Certificate in Restorative Justice Facilitation and Leadership from the University of San Diego. Robert Gordon is a restorative practitioner and implementor at Hampshire College. He has worked with several offices and departments throughout the college to deepen institutional awareness and utilization of a restorative practices-based mindset. Particularly, his work with campus identity centers has brought together staff and students of different social identities using intersectional forms of community building. In terms of restorative practices, Robert has received professional development from the IIRP, as well as the American Association of Colleges and Universities Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation framework. Tune in to hear about the challenges and rewards of implementing restorative justice in colleges and universities and learn how these practices can pave the way for more inclusive, supportive, and collaborative academic environments.

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 196 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Rebecca Hall. Rebecca is an experienced senior executive who has worked in government, not for profits and education institutions, with a focus on industry engagement, international relations and education. In 2023 Rebecca returned to Queensland to take on the role of Assistant Director-General Policy, External Relations, and International with the Department of Education. Over the past 25 years she has held senior public service roles with the Australian, state and local government, including serving as Commissioner for Victoria to Southeast Asia, Head of Centre of Excellence for Education with Austrade, and Executive Director for both Study Queensland and Study Melbourne. Since 2005 Rebecca has served on a variety of boards and advisory groups with a focus on education and international affairs. She is a member of the JMC Academy Council, National Council for Women Queensland Committee and Griffith Business School Advisory Council. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of International Business Relations, Master of International Relations and Graduate Certificate in Higher Education. In 2017, Rebecca received the IEAA Leadership Award in recognition of her significant contribution to the sector. In 2023 she was recognised as one of the top 50 voices in International Education ASEAN, she is passionate about global engagement and the power of education to change the world. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 196 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Rebecca Hall. Rebecca is an experienced senior executive who has worked in government, not for profits and education institutions, with a focus on industry engagement, international relations and education. In 2023 Rebecca returned to Queensland to take on the role of Assistant Director-General Policy, External Relations, and International with the Department of Education. Over the past 25 years she has held senior public service roles with the Australian, state and local government, including serving as Commissioner for Victoria to Southeast Asia, Head of Centre of Excellence for Education with Austrade, and Executive Director for both Study Queensland and Study Melbourne. Since 2005 Rebecca has served on a variety of boards and advisory groups with a focus on education and international affairs. She is a member of the JMC Academy Council, National Council for Women Queensland Committee and Griffith Business School Advisory Council. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of International Business Relations, Master of International Relations and Graduate Certificate in Higher Education. In 2017, Rebecca received the IEAA Leadership Award in recognition of her significant contribution to the sector. In 2023 she was recognised as one of the top 50 voices in International Education ASEAN, she is passionate about global engagement and the power of education to change the world. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 196 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Rebecca Hall. Rebecca is an experienced senior executive who has worked in government, not for profits and education institutions, with a focus on industry engagement, international relations and education. In 2023 Rebecca returned to Queensland to take on the role of Assistant Director-General Policy, External Relations, and International with the Department of Education. Over the past 25 years she has held senior public service roles with the Australian, state and local government, including serving as Commissioner for Victoria to Southeast Asia, Head of Centre of Excellence for Education with Austrade, and Executive Director for both Study Queensland and Study Melbourne. Since 2005 Rebecca has served on a variety of boards and advisory groups with a focus on education and international affairs. She is a member of the JMC Academy Council, National Council for Women Queensland Committee and Griffith Business School Advisory Council. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of International Business Relations, Master of International Relations and Graduate Certificate in Higher Education. In 2017, Rebecca received the IEAA Leadership Award in recognition of her significant contribution to the sector. In 2023 she was recognised as one of the top 50 voices in International Education ASEAN, she is passionate about global engagement and the power of education to change the world. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

Host: Tracy Shuchart for MicDropMarketsGuests: Josh CrumbCEO of Abaxx Technology powering Abaxx Exchange A serial financial technology entrepreneur and former Goldman Sachs Executive Director and Senior Commodities Strategist, Josh combined his passion for energy markets and technological innovation to launch Abaxx.He holds a Master of Science in Mineral Economics, a Graduate Certificate in International Political Economy and a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines. Dave GreelyDavid Greely is the Chief Strategy Officer/Chief economist at Abaxx, where the team recently launched a next-generation commodity futures exchange and clearinghouse in Singapore, providing better benchmarks, technology, and tools for risk management to the global commodities markets. Until 2017, David was a Portfolio Strategist at Ray Dalio's Bridgewater Associates, where he worked with the world's largest and most sophisticated institutional investors on their biggest investment challenges.Prior to joining Bridgewater in 2012, David was a Managing Director in Global Investment Research at Goldman Sachs, where he was the Chief Commodities Strategist and Head of Energy Research. He earned his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Chicago.Additional Links: Abaxx Exchange: https://abaxx.exchangeSmarter Markets: https://x.com/Smarter_MarketsDisclaimer: This material is presented solely for informational and entertainment purposes and is not to be construed as a recommendation, solicitation, or an offer to buy or sell / long or short any securities, commodities, or any related financial instruments. Please contact a licensed professional before making any investment or trading decisions

Today, we're joined by Bernii Godwin, a dedicated educator and behaviour specialist with over two decades of experience in transforming school and family cultures. With a master's in Social Work, a Graduate Certificate in Neuropsychotherapy, and a background in criminology and youth justice, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her work. Bernii helps schools, children, and families create internally responsible behaviour cultures that foster healthy boundaries, respect, and love. Her expertise has led to powerful cultural shifts, moving communities away from fear and control toward trust, honour, and joyful responsibility. As a Loving on Purpose Trainer, a John Maxwell Team Member, and a Maxwell Method DISC Consultant, Bernii empowers educators and families with tools to cultivate lasting change. In this episode, she shares insights on behaviour, leadership, and the transformative power of connection. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation that will inspire positive change in education and beyond!

In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Ahu Kocak about her experience in developing suicide assessment and prevention strategies in correctional settings. Ahu Kocak is endorsed in Forensic Psychology with over 14 years experience in prison, court and private practice settings. She holds a Bachelor of Science Psychology, Masters of Psychology (Forensic), Graduate Certificate in Law and Masters of Terrorism and Security Studies. She is a full member of the Australian Psychology Society (APS) and Fellow of the College of Forensic Psychologists. Outside of her expertise in the assessment and treatment of high risk offenders, Ahu often uses Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Applied Behavioural Analysis, Exposure Therapy for a range of disorders. Ahu has developed group programs for Schema Therapy in correctional settings. Ahu is an AHPRA Board approved clinical supervisor and is available to supervise 4 +2, 5+1 and Masters programme pathways. She is also endorsed to supervise forensic registrars and secondary supervision of other registrar pathways. She is fluent in both English and Turkish. Episode link at https://neshnikolic.com/podcast/ahu-kocakSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textSarah Boyd, MM is a piano teacher, early childhood music specialist, and all-things music education enthusiast. She holds a Bachelor of Music Education  from Grove City College and a Master of Music Education from Eastern Michigan University where she studied with Dr. Heather Shouldice.  Sarah owns Piano Vine Studio, an audiation-based private and group piano studio founded in 2010 for students of all ages, both in-person and online. Sarah has completed GIML certification courses in Early Childhood, Piano Level 1 & 2, and joined as GIML faculty in 2024.In 2010, she founded Hummingbirds Music Together, an early childhood music program for children and the grownups who love them, which she continues to direct today.  Since 2018, she has been the Lead Teaching Artist for the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. This position allows her to teach both students and teachers, develop educational concerts, teacher professional development and host onstage with the orchestra. Sarah completed a Graduate Certificate in Injury-Preventive Well-Coordinated Keyboard Technique with Dr. Lister-Sink at Salem College in 2022. She is a member of MTNA, NFMC, and is currently serving as VP for the Michigan GIML chapter. Sarah and her husband, Ryan, enjoy life near Detroit, MI with their four children Julia, JP, Luke, and Wesley.https://www.pianovinestudio.com/Top 5 Songs of Encouragement1) “Defying Gravity” from Wicked the Musical, performed by Idina Menzelhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLb5LSlo1Y8&t=133s2) “Sheep May Safely Graze” by Bach, arr. by Egon Petri, performed by Leon Fleisherhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVVd-gjR8Qk&t=1s3) “You Cannot Lose My Love” by Sara Groveshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgsjC-j75e8&t=88s4) “For the Beauty of the Earth” from Be Thou My Vision by John Rutter, the Cambridge Singers, City of London Sinfoniahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1bDoMflYErE&t=178s5) “Halleluhah” (Improvisation on the Theme of the "Hallelujah" Chorus from Part 2 of Handel's "Messiah", HWV 56) by Gabriela Monterohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIftMhlD5XUSupport the show

Dr. Tara B. M. Smith is an early career interdisciplinary academic that works in the fields of science fiction, literature, religion and popular culture. Tara is currently a research affiliate at the University of Sydney. In 2024 Tara was a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Center for the Study of World Religions at the Harvard Divinity School, Boston, writing on religious ideas and experiences of people that paint and play within the science fiction “grimdark” universe of Warhammer 40,000. Tara is a passionate educator who holds a Graduate Certificate of Higher Education and has taught in academic settings for over 5 years across a variety of units including media studies, religious studies, writing skills and composition. When Tara is not studying, she spends time with her two cats Thomas and Momo and her fiancé Luke in Sydney, Australia.While most people who talk and think about the story of Dune focus on the political and religious aspects of the series [for example, the Bene Geserit with their genetic breeding program and the Kwisatz Haderach, or the Butlerian Jihad -the war against thinking machines = technology and AI], Tara's article, “The Anthropocene in Frank Herbert's Dune Series” from 2021 takes a different approach and explores the ecological/philosophical aspects of the story. As she notes, Frank Herbert was warning his readers about their anthropocentric tendencies and urging people instead to think about ecological conservation, or at least he appears to be planting a seed in the minds of the readers to be more aware of their place or role on the Earth.Poem mentioned in this interview:“I drove my feet through a desertWhose mirage fluttered like a host.Voracious for glory, greedy for danger,I roamed the horizons of al-Kulab,Watching time level mountainsIn its search and its hunger for me.And I saw the sparrows swiftly approach,Bolder than the onrushing wolf.They spread in the tree of my youth.I heard the flock in my branchesAnd was caught on their beaks and claws!”– from Arrakis Awakening by the Princess Irulan (Herbert 1978, 228)Dr. Tara Smith:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-b-m-smith-phd-fhea-306418192/“The Anthropocene in Frank Herbert's Dune Series”, Foundation 140, 50.3 (2021): 62-74. The_Anthropocene_in_Frank_Herberts_Dune.docTheme Music and Editing: Daniel P. SheaEnd Production: Stephanie SheaThe full episode can be heard at my Patreon page: www.patreon.com/RejectedReligion, or can be purchased for a one-time fee. 

Send us a textOn the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Cara Macksoud, CEO of Money Habitudes about changing the way we think about money and financial behavior.In this episode we discussed:Maximizing your joy with you what you to have.Money decisions under pressure can be more expensive.Take the time to commit to learning something about money. Have money conversations openly and non-judgmentally.Money decisions under pressure can be more expensive. Cara Macksoud, FBS® is the CEO of Money Habitudes. After a 15-year career as a trader on Wall Street and serving as the Chief Financial Officer for a nonprofit organization in New York City, Cara transitioned into the behavioral finance space. She earned a Graduate Certificate in Financial Therapy from Kansas State University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the NYU Stern School of Business. She is a Certified Financial Behavior Specialist® and a member of the Financial Therapy Association, where she serves on the board as the Chair of Student Engagement. Additionally, she is a member of the Association of Financial Counseling and Planning Education (AFCPE) and is an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC) candidate.Connect with Cara Macksoud:Website: www.moneyhabitudes.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caramacksoud/Mentioned this episode:The Tony Steuer Podcast with Ben Miller: Money Equals Time (here).Predictably Irrational, Revised and Expanded Edition: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions by Dr. Dan Ariely (Amazon)Dollars and Sense: How We Misthink Money and How to Spend Smarter by Dr. Dan Ariely (Amazon) Support the showThe Get Ready Money Podcast and its guests do not provide investment advice. All content is for educational purposes. Guest opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Get Ready Money Podcast and Tony Steuer.

This is one of THE most powerfully inspiring episodes I've done to date. PLEASE, if you are a loss parent and even if you are not, listen to this episode....Dr. Joanne Cacciatore is a bereaved mother to her daughter Cheyenne born still 30 years ago. She is also the founder of the MISS Foundation, an international NGO that serves families whose children have died. She is also a tenured research professor and senior Wrigley Institute of Sustainability Scholar at Arizona State University, spearheading the Graduate Certificate in Trauma and Bereavement. Her best selling book, Bearing the Unbearable: Love, Loss, and the Heartbreaking Path of Grief, is a national award winning best seller that has helped revolutionize the way our culture thinks, and feels, about grief. She works with and counsels families from all around the world who have experienced catastrophic deaths. Dr. Jo, believing that current practices around food production are a social, ethical, and environmental justice issue, is a vegan and hasn't eaten meat since 1972.  She also teaches meditation, mindfulness, and compassion and ahimsa practices to students and clients from around the world.  Dr Jo started The Selah Carefarm just outside of Sedona, AZ. It is the first carefarm for the traumatically bereaved in the U.S. It is a very special place on 20 acres of beautiful farmland where bereaved family members can come to both give and receive connection, compassion, and understanding. All the animals on the carefarm have been rescued from abuse, neglect, torture, or homelessness. Our grieving families know what it means to suffer, and so do these animals. Dr Jo is truly a power house and a dream guest of mine, I am a different person after getting to speak with her.To get more info on the carefarm: The Selah CarefarmI mention her Open Letter to Grievers. I saved it to my phone screen and read it almost every day after losing Brody. Read it here: Open Letter To Grievers This pod is brought to you by LossLink  *************************************NOTE: I am not a doctor or a therapist. The views of my guests are not always reflective of my own.  I am just a real life loss mom describing her experiences with life after loss. These are my experiences, and I'm putting it out there so you feel less alone. Always do your own research and make informed decisions!For more REAL TALK about baby loss and grief, hit subscribe to be notified when another episode drops! Instagram @thekatherinelazar Youtube: @thekatherinelazarEmail: thekatherinelazar@gmail.comWebsite: www.katherinelazar.com Some helpful resources:https://countthekicks.org/https://www.measuretheplacenta.org/https://www.pushpregnancy.org/https://www.tommys.org/ Local to Atlanta:https://www.northsidepnl.com/ 

Shahin is joined by ANZ Regional VP of LogicMonitor, Caerl Murray, to chat about the nuances of developing a go-to-market strategy in ANZ as well as how to approach building a strong, successful team. This episode also covers... How to achieve messaging alignment between marketing and sales teamsHow to stand out to your customersAnd how team sport can help you approach business resilience and motivation About Caerl... Caerl Murray is an accomplished technology leader with over 20 years of experience in IT operations, cloud computing, and sales management across various industry verticals. Currently serving as the ANZ Regional Vice President at LogicMonitor, he is responsible for driving business operations and strategic growth in the region. Under his leadership, LogicMonitor's observability platform empowers organisations to enhance visibility across their technological landscapes, enabling them to focus on innovation rather than troubleshooting. Prior to this role, Caerl was the ANZ Sales Director at Alibaba Cloud, where he led a team dedicated to helping customers navigate the cloud ecosystem, particularly in Asia and China. His extensive experience also includes serving as National Sales Manager at Ricoh IT Services, where he managed a team of 16 sales professionals, focusing on strategic planning and business growth. With a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Sydney and a Graduate Certificate of Management from the Macquarie Graduate School of Management, Caerl combines academic expertise with practical experience. His career is marked by a commitment to customer success and a passion for leveraging technology to drive business results. Resources mentioned in this episode: Mindset - Carol DweckThe Brutal Truth - Brian Burns _________________

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for December 26th Publish Date:  December 26th    Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Thursday, December 26th and Happy Birthday to Lars Ulrich *** 12.26.23 - BIRTHDAY - LARS ULRICH*** I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Sheriff's Office Santa on Wheels Distributes 2K Toys MCS Announces Be Somebody and Blue Devil Awards Sawyer Road Media Center Gets 50K Makeover Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on healthy alternatives. All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  BREAK: CU of GA (06.26.24 CU OF GA FREE CHECKING_REV_FINAL) STORY 1: Sheriff's Office Santa on Wheels Distributes 2K Toys The Cobb County Sheriff's Office's third annual Santa on Wheels toy drive donated over 2,000 toys to children in underserved communities. Deputies, led by Sheriff Craig Owens as Santa, paraded through neighborhoods delivering gifts. The initiative, in collaboration with the Cobb Sheriff’s Foundation, aims to support families facing financial challenges. Toys were collected through donations and distributed to four communities in south Cobb. The event featured Christmas music and photo opportunities with Santa and Chick-fil-A’s mascot. Residents expressed gratitude, highlighting the positive impact and community connection fostered by the event. STORY 2: MCS Announces Be Somebody and Blue Devil Awards Marietta's Mayor Steve Tumlin and Superintendent Grant Rivera toured all 12 Marietta City Schools, presenting the Be Somebody Award to dedicated educators and the Blue Devil Award to student leaders. These awards honor the legacy of Coach Ben "Big Ben" Wilkins and celebrate the community's spirit. The ceremony highlighted the commitment to preserving Marietta's heritage and fostering future excellence. Tumlin emphasized the importance of recognizing those who contribute to the community's heart, while Rivera praised the role models who embody Marietta's values. The event reinforced the "Be Somebody" mantra, inspiring future generations. STORY 3: Sawyer Road Media Center Gets 50K Makeover Sawyer Road Elementary received a $50,000 media center makeover from the College Football Playoff Foundation's Extra Yard for Teachers initiative, in anticipation of the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship. The revamped space was unveiled with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, featuring a performance by the school choir and a visit from the Peach Bowl Mascot, Huddles. Principal Susan Graves highlighted the impact of the new media center on student success. The initiative aims to empower teachers with resources to inspire students. Additionally, School Specialty donated $1,000, and a teacher received a $1,000 award. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.  We’ll be right back  Break: DRAKE (Drake Realty (Cobb County) STORY 4: Dunaway Receives Lifetime Achievement Award Former Marietta Mayor Bill Dunaway received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Marietta Area Council of the Cobb Chamber of Commerce. The surprise award was presented at the council's final meeting of the year. The award, not given annually, recognizes significant contributions to the community. Dunaway, moved to tears, credited his parents for inspiring his community involvement. His tenure as mayor from 2002 to 2010 and leadership in various businesses and organizations, including The Strand Theatre, were highlighted. Dunaway expressed his enduring love for Marietta, noting its small-town feel despite growth. STORY 5: Campus News: University of North Georgia Confers Degrees for Fall 2024 Graduates The University of North Georgia in Dahlonega awarded over 900 degrees and certificates for the fall 2024 semester, with more than 650 graduates participating in the commencement ceremonies on December 7. Local graduates included William Allen, Catherine Crawford, and Emilie Finch, among others, who earned degrees in fields such as Modern Languages, Computer Science, Psychology, and Nursing. Several graduates, including Hope Kellum and Deishanique Kennedy, received Graduate Certificates in Cybersecurity. The ceremony celebrated a diverse range of academic achievements across various disciplines. We’ll be back in a moment Break: And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on healthy alternatives *** INGLES ASK LEAH 2 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES*** We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: Ingles Markets 6 Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at mdjonline.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. 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On episode 499 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Karen Steinbock, MBA, BSN, RN, ACC, a nurse who is also a leadership, career, and professional development coach. In the course of their conversation, Keith and Karen discuss many aspects of career development, including making the choice to step into leadership, creating a career that's aligned with your personal values, and having overall more peace and less angst when it comes to your professional journey.  In her 20+ year career, Karen has pursued diverse roles in clinical care, military healthcare, quality improvement, leadership, talent development, education, and innovation. She is convinced that finding meaning and fulfillment in work is less about specific skill alignment and more about exploring and recognizing who we are (and want to be) and then seeking and creating work that aligns with our values, strengths, priorities, and interests. Karen earned an MBA from Colorado State University, a BSN from The University of Texas at Austin, and a Graduate Certificate in Executive and Professional Coaching from the University of Texas at Dallas. She is credentialed as an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation (ICF). Connect with Karen Steinbock: KarenSteinbock.com Instagram LinkedIn Download Karen's free Career Transitions Support Tool Contact Nurse Keith about holistic career coaching to elevate your nursing and healthcare career at NurseKeith.com. Keith also offers services as a motivational and keynote speaker and freelance nurse writer. You can always find Keith on LinkedIn. Are you looking for a novel way to empower your career and move forward in life? Keith's wife, Shada McKenzie, is a gifted astrologer and reader of the tarot who combines ancient and modern techniques to provide valuable insights into your motivations, aspirations, and life trajectory, and she offers listeners of The Nurse Keith Show a 10% discount on their first consultation. Contact Shada at TheCircelandtheDot.com or shada@thecircleandthedot.com.

Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Stef Mauler, founder of the Mauler Institute™ and author of The Complete Candidate™. She began working in Ivy League admissions over 30 years ago. She met thousands of high school students and their families as they went through the mysterious Ivy League admissions process. Discovering that the majority of applicants had the academic record, but were not accepted, she set out to find patterns in what differentiated the students who were accepted from those who weren't. Stef holds a B.A. in Economics and International Relations from the University of Pennsylvania, an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School and a Graduate Certificate in College Counseling from the University of California, San Diego. Stef is a Certified Educational Planner and a professional member of IECA, HECA, AICEP and NACAC. Find Stef at https://www.themaulerinstitute.com. ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our past episodes on the show page and keep up with our future ones by subscribing to our email newsletter. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros and LEAP. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, feel free to get in touch through our contact page.  

Lori Abrams has been a consultant for the past year and a half, helping Organizations accomplish representation in their clinical trials. This has been achieved by developing patient and community focused Diversity Strategy Action Plans, incorporating the patient and caregiver's voice into decision-making, and bringing tangible solutions to the visible and invisible barriers that prevent representative recruitment and retention. Her last role was Vice President of patient advocacy and clinical research diversity at WCG. Abrams and her team worked to ensure that each clinical trial enrolled a diverse group of patients from underserved populations by facilitating culturally appropriate dialogue between patients, care providers, community members and trial stakeholders. The feedback and interactions from these groups garnered significant recommendations for the sponsors, but importantly, empowered diverse community members. The Team also worked with several pharmaceutical companies to develop Diverse Strategy Action Plans both for the Sponsor and the sites. As the Director of Advocacy, Diversity & Patient Engagement in Global Development Operations at Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMS) she has built a Team that developed innovative and unique advocacy approaches that brought BMS clinical trial awareness and accessibility to patients, physicians, and caregivers. The Team also developed many relationships with minority-focused health and community-based organizations, to increase diversity in BMS clinical trial populations. The Team also focused on educating the internal BMS workforce on the barriers, concerns and daily life of patients and caregivers. This was achieved through quarterly “Voice of the Patient” seminars, art shows by patients, patient videos and internal teleconferences where colleagues could ask the Team questions. Lori came to Bristol-Myers Squibb in 1998 as a Sr. Clinical Scientist in the Virology Group. During her first six years she was the Clinical Working Group Lead on both Videx EC and Reyataz. She joined the Drug Development Learning & Collaboration Team in 2003 managing a team of learning professionals. Prior to joining BMS, Lori was both a study coordinator in HIV/AIDS related clinical trials and a patient advocate at the National Institutes of Health and the Henry M. Jackson Foundation for Military Medicine. Lori partnered with many patient advocacy organizations to bring the plight of the military's HIV program to the public and integration into the HIV/AIDS overall arena. Additionally, she successfully lobbied Congress to gain support for the military's HIV Program and obtained an increase in funding of 20 million per year. Her work was recognized with a nomination by Congressman Steny Hoyer (House Majority Leader) to be a delegate to the White House Conference of HIV/AIDS, and an award on World AIDS Day by Congresswomen Constance Morella. Lori completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland and received a Graduate Certificate in Organization Development from the NTL Institute for Applied Behavioral Sciences.

STEM MAD is designed to acknowledge and promote STEM learning initiatives that address real-world problems and demonstrate how students in Catholic schools take action that matters. Student teams are invited to design a product, service or innovation to Make A Difference (MAD) to others or the environment.  We talk with Shelley Waldon – Science & STEM Lead, Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools who initiated this program in 2018. Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education About STEM MAD The mission of STEM MAD is clear: Celebrate students taking action that makes a difference Showcase deep learning Engage schools in effective STEM-based multidisciplinary inquires Promote high-quality STEM education for future-focused learning Contextualise STEM in the core curriculum Enact Social Justice for the Common Good What began in 2018 in Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS) has now spread across Australian diocese schools. Find out more Catholic Network Australia STEM MAD site https://www.cna.catholic.edu.au/stem-mad-national Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools STEM MAD sitehttps://sites.google.com/vic.catholic.edu.au/stemmad/home About Shelley Waldon Shelley started her career as a geochemist, working in the mining industry for 4 years with BHP and for the Victorian government as an Environmental Scientist for 6 years. After this she undertook postgraduate teaching qualifications to work in both the primary and secondary sectors. Have worked in Catholic education in Melbourne for 25 years in a variety of roles and educational settings. These include classroom teaching, specialist teaching, curriculum leader and Catholic placed teacher in extension education at Zoos Victoria. Also extended post-graduate learning with a Master of Education, Graduate Certificates in Assessment and STEM Education and additional qualifications in business management, leadership and risk management. Within Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools, major responsibilities have been supporting schools and working with teachers to devise and develop resources and professional learning opportunities that enhance science learning across the curriculum. In collaboration with our teachers, cultural organisations and expert providers, we develop learning opportunities and partnerships that improve teachers' core content knowledge in science, whilst developing pedagogical models that improve understanding by enabling the application of scientific conceptual knowledge in the context of multidisciplinary projects. Acted as Primary Investigator for MACS in a 4-year ARC Linkage Research Project (with Monash Uni, BCE, and UQ) researching problem-based learning through STEM education. Using problems as the drivers for student engagement and motivation with the curriculum and exploring teachers' attitudes, beliefs and pedagogical practices as they participated as co-researchers. In 2018 initiated STEM MAD, which has become a flagship program in Melbourne and a national program in dioceses across Australia, and continues to demonstrate scientific learning, where students use STEM projects to Make a Difference (MAD) to others and the environment. Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education With interviews with leading science educators and STEM thought leaders, this science education podcast is about highlighting different ways of teaching kids within and beyond the classroom. It's not just about educational practice & pedagogy, it's about inspiring new ideas & challenging conventions of how students can learn about their world! https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/ Know an educator who'd love this STEM podcast episode?  Share it!The FizzicsEd podcast is a member of the Australian Educators Online Network (AEON )http://www.aeon.net.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Building Doors Podcast, we dive into a transformative conversation with Richard Austin, CEO of Omni. Richard shares his journey across industries, from hospitality and insurance to construction, unpacking the values and principles that have guided him through each transition. He opens up about his approach to aligning with organisations that reflect his values, the importance of situational leadership, and the keys to creating a fulfilling career. We also are privileged with a deeply personal glimpse of into Richard's family's journey through IVF and the powerful impact of unexpected connections.Richard is a seasoned management and business development expert based in Australia, recognized for his achievements in digital innovation and customer-focused strategies. With extensive experience across sectors like Financial Services, Supply Chain Management, and Media, he has a proven record of driving market growth. As a specialist in change management, Richard is valued as a consultant, coach, and mentor, known for aligning organizations with a unified vision for success.He holds an MBA from the University of South Australia, completed studies at Harvard Business School, and is pursuing a Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security and Data Analytics from Griffith University. Certified in Social Style and Situational Leadership, he demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous learning.Richard's leadership has established him as an authority in best practices for business development, adept at navigating complex business landscapes to deliver impactful results for clients.In this episode we explore:How to transfer industries and apply the same recipe for success in your rolesWhy aligning your values with the companies you choose to work for is crucial for wellbeingThe importance of the "barbeque test" as the culture check test Strategies in adopting situational leadership techniquesInvesting in the right team training for long term successThe impact of inspirational giving on Richard's families IVF journey Richard Austin's journey is a masterclass in adaptability, empathy, and resilience. His commitment to lifelong learning, aligning with meaningful work, and sharing his story to inspire others offers valuable insights for anyone looking to make a career shift, lead more effectively, or deepen their personal growth journey.Tune in to learn how Richard's values and experiences continue to shape his approach to business and life and discover actionable insights to help you find alignment in your own career.Connect with Richard Austin:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardwaustin/About your host:  Lauren Karan, Director, and Founder of Karan & Co.With over a decade of experience as a recruiter and development coach, Lauren Karan found that her priorities rapidly changed after the birth of her two children. In 2022 she founded Karan & Co flipping the out-dated recruitment model with a focus on retention through career coaching and development.Lauren believes that If opportunity doesn't knock, you have to build a door – and it's this same philosophy that inspired her to create the Building Doors podcast.  The Building Doors podcast is for anyone undergoing a transformation in their life. Regardless of whether you feel stuck in your current role, need some inspiration on what steps to take next, want to learn how to level up as a business owner or simply want to listen to the experiences of successful entrepreneurs and industry professionals, the Building Doors podcast is all about unlocking your potential.Help someone else Build Doors in their career.

Join us as we explore the intricate world of urban redevelopment with Brad Vogelsmeier, a visionary who has reshaped cityscapes from Indianapolis to Charlotte. From his early curiosity in St. Louis to becoming a pivotal force in urban planning, Brad's journey reveals the challenges and innovative strategies behind revitalizing urban spaces. Uncover the secrets of successful city transformations by tuning in!     Key Takeaways To Listen For What redevelopment means when serving the community better Milhaus's strategic pillars for redevelopment projects How to leverage federal tax legislation in underserved urban areas The value of public-private partnerships with local stakeholders and cities An innovative approach to enhance tenant convenience and engagement     Resources/Links Mentioned In This Episode Same as Ever by Morgan Housel | Kindle, Paperback and Hardcover     About Brad Vogelsmeier Brad Vogelsmeier is the Vice President of Development at Milhaus, overseeing leadership, project pipeline creation, and execution for development projects in Indiana and new opportunistic markets. With a strong passion for urban and community redevelopment, Brad brings experience from the public, private, and non-profit sectors. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Affairs from Butler University, graduating Magna Cum Laude, and a Master's degree in Urban Planning with a Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Development from the University of Michigan. Brad is particularly passionate about revitalizing urban cores and creating vibrant, livable spaces for communities.     Connect with Brad  Website: Milhaus LinkedIn: Brad Vogelsmeier      Connect With Us If you're looking to invest your hard-earned money into cash-flowing, value-add assets, reach out to us at https://bobocapitalventures.com/.     Follow Keith's social media pages LinkedIn: Keith Borie Investor Club: Secret Passive Cashflow Investors Club Facebook: Keith Borie X: @BoboLlc80554

Emily King Grandinetta is Master Certified Coach, behavioral scientist, organizational consultant, and author. She has over 20 years of experience coaching and consulting with commercial, government, and non-profit organizations. Emily currently leads Grandinetta Group, providing individual and team coaching to public and private sector organizations. She has a master's degree in organizational development from Johns Hopkins University and a Graduate Certificate in Leadership Coaching from Georgetown University. Emily led military transition coaching programs as president of King Street Associates. Her private practice also provided individual and team coaching to clients including Booz Allen Hamilton, Fannie Mae, AARP, Sodexo, Comcast, and Merck, among others. Her work on behalf of Veterans received acknowledgment from President Barack Obama and Senator John McCain, and General Lloyd Austin (ret). Emily's forthcoming book, “At Ease: The Guide to a Smooth & Successful Military Transition,” addresses the real challenge for service members of finding a new purpose and mission after the military. The book is a proven, practical guide to a smooth and successful military transition for both individuals and organizations. In this episode of The Next Level, we discuss:  Why Emily became involved with helping veterans with their military transition and how it grew into a passion Key findings from Emily's first book, “Field Tested” Emily's writing process she went through to publish “At Ease” The Accelerated Military Transition course and other resources that accompany the new book What companies can do to best support their military veteran employees You can find more information about the book and course at military.grandinetta.com. To connect with Emily: emily@teamperformanceinstitute.com   WHERE TO LISTEN  Listen here: https://teamperformanceinstitute.podbean.com/  The Next Level Podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and the TPI YouTube Channel. 

Explore innovative strategies for managing metabolic health with naturopath Carrun Squires, who holds a Master's in Human Nutrition and a Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Education. This episode delves into the rising prevalence of metabolic dysfunction in Australia, covering metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes, and type 2 diabetes. Learn about early identification of metabolic issues, the latest in blood sugar monitoring, and practical interventions for optimal metabolic health.Episode highlights:Metabolic syndrome: Early detection and prevention strategiesMASLD: Understanding the new nomenclature for fatty liver diseaseComprehensive assessments: Fasting insulin tests and continuous glucose monitoringNutritional interventions: Fibre, vegetables, and key supplementsExercise strategies for improved glucose regulationLifestyle factors influencing metabolic healthPreventing cardiovascular and chronic kidney complicationsPractical application of continuous glucose monitors in patient careAbout CarrunNaturopath | Clinical Nutritionist |Diabetes EducatorCarrun Squires is a Naturopath who has worked in private clinical practice for seventeen years.  Carrun is committed to supporting her patients in their quest to manage or be preventative in the areas of type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, metabolic syndrome and related complications such as cardiovascular disease. In practice, when not supporting her own patients, Carrun has made it her mission to mentor other health practitioners in identifying when dysglycaemias may be the underlying cause of their own patient's health issues. Carrun has pursued post-graduate studies in the areas of human nutrition, diabetes education and lifestyle medicine.  Applying this unique combination of complementary and mainstream understandings of blood sugar dysregulation sees Carrun providing a holistic approach empowering her clients to embrace change that can delay or arrest development of chronic disease. Carrun has featured on podcasts and webinars discussing naturopathic treatment considerations and has spoken both nationally and internationally on lifestyle medicine and nutritional management of pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes.Connect with Carrun: Carrun Squires NaturopathShownotes and references are available on the Designs for Health websiteRegister as a Designs for Health Practitioner and discover quality practitioner- only supplements at www.designsforhealth.com.au Follow us on Socials Instagram: Designsforhealthaus Facebook: Designsforhealthaus DISCLAIMER: The Information provided in the Wellness by Designs podcast is for educational purposes only; the information presented is not intended to be used as medical advice; please seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional if what you have heard here today raises questions or concerns relating to your health

Dr. Brandy Baxter | Ph.d | Financial Coach | Financial Futurist Summary: Dr. Brandy Baxter's journey into financial coaching started with an unlikely spark: The Three Little Pigs. This childhood tale inspired her to help women build financial confidence and resilience, much like the pigs who learned to build a stronger house. Her book, rooted in the idea of taking control of your financial future, dives deep into how the right support can transform not just your bank balance, but your entire mindset about money. Dr. Baxter offers a fresh take, emphasizing that it's not just about having a plan—it's about finding the confidence to act on it. She talks about the power of coaching in creating lasting change, but what really makes her approach different? It might have something to do with the way she helps people connect emotionally to their financial goals, turning intimidating tasks into meaningful steps forward. Dr. Baxter's story raises the question: What if your financial journey could be about more than numbers—about building something resilient like those three little pigs learned to do? BIO:Brandy is the Owner and Founder of Envison30 where she coaches couples to shift their mindset and bring future financial goals into present reality. Brandy is an Accredited Financial Counselor®, a Financial Fitness Coach®, has a B.A. in Communication, a M.S. in Management, a Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate degree in Strategic Foresight. She is the author of the book, The Three Little Divas™ Reach Your Money Goals in 3 Steps Before You Huff and Puff and Blow Your Next Paycheck Away, a book about three women and their money personalities. Highlights: Financial coaching helps individuals gain confidence in managing their finances and take action. Coaching focuses on implementation and helping clients make decisions that align with their values. Financial coaching creates a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings about money. Empathy and forgiveness are essential in the coaching process to support clients in their financial journey. Financial coaching should be a partnership, with the client as the expert in their own life. Visualization exercises can help clients connect emotionally with their goals. Support and accountability are crucial for implementing sustainable changes. Hold money loosely and use it as a tool to add fulfillment to life. Quotes: "Coaching allows clients to uncover for themselves what is best for themselves." "It's less about what I think and more about what you know." Links: Brandy's Linkedin: CLICK HERE Brandy's website: CLICK HERE

Carolyn A. Wright preaches for the Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, encouraging us to participate in the continuing unfolding of God's plan: "Let us deeply grasp that we are on a journey with God and others and because of our relationship with God, let us each contribute to the fullness of the realization of God's Kingdom through our one precious life in real and substantive ways." Carolyn A. Wright serves on the faculty of Aquinas Institute of Theology in St. Louis, Missouri and teaches in the area of spirituality and ministerial formation. She directs the Theological Field Education program and the Masters of Arts in Pastoral Studies - Catechesis of the Good Shepherd degree program. She holds a Doctor of Ministry degree in Christian Spirituality from Washington Theological Union, a Master of Divinity degree and a Graduate Certificate in Spiritual Direction from Aquinas Institute of Theology. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/09222024 to learn more about Carolyn, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

In this episode, I'm joined by Zoe Anderson, a passionate neurological physiotherapist with a deep-rooted love for Pilates. Zoe's journey began at LaTrobe University, where she developed an immediate passion for neurological physiotherapy, graduating in 2010. She has since gained extensive experience across various clinical settings, combining her expertise in the Bobath concept with her love for Pilates. Zoe completed her Basic Bobath training in 2014 and earned a Graduate Certificate in Neurological Rehabilitation from Australian Catholic University in 2022. We discuss how Zoe integrates Pilates with neurological physiotherapy to enhance strength, flexibility, posture, balance, and proprioception for her clients, particularly those with conditions like Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis (MS). Zoe shares how her work at Neurological Physiotherapy Geelong, a clinic she co-founded, allows her to continue learning and applying her skills in Neuro Pilates. Zoe highlights the importance of setting individualized goals, adapting Pilates practices, and fostering collaboration between healthcare professionals and movement practitioners to provide the best care for neuro clients. She also touches on the broader benefits of Pilates for brain health and its potential to prevent neurological conditions. Key Takeaways Pilates and Neurological Physiotherapy: Zoe emphasizes the power of combining Pilates with neurological physiotherapy to address key aspects like strength, flexibility, and balance. Bobath Concept: This approach is central to Zoe's practice, enhancing movement and functional abilities in her clients. Adaptation and Individualization: Pilates can be tailored to meet the specific needs of clients with neurological conditions, focusing on achieving meaningful, personalized goals. Collaboration: Zoe underscores the importance of working with other healthcare professionals to optimize care for neuro clients. Lifelong Learning: Zoe's commitment to education is evident in her role as Chair of the APA Victorian Neurological Special Interest Group and her ongoing dedication to expanding her knowledge. Zoe's dedication to neurological physiotherapy and Pilates shines through in her work and her ongoing commitment to learning. Her unique blend of skills and passion for Neuro Pilates make her a standout in the field. This conversation left me inspired to delve deeper into the potential of Pilates for neurological rehabilitation and brain health.   Connect With Zoe Anderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neuro.physio.geelong/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neuro.physio.geelong Website: https://www.neurophysiogeelong.com.au/ Workshop: https://australian.physio/pd/pd-product?id=8914 Take Advantage of our Special Offers!    Claim it now here: https://www.thepilatesprofessional.com.au/free-gift-workshop   Unlock Your Pilates Potential! Take This FREE 60-second Quiz To Find Out ”What's your Pilates Personality? https://go2.bucketquizzes.com/sf/75440977   Subscribe to our biweekly Pilates Muse newsletter for exclusive updates. https://www.thepilatesprofessional.com.au/the-pilates-muse-publication

The field of Medical Laboratory Science is facing a critical staffing shortage in the Springfield area community. Dr. Andrea Jensen, Program Director and Assistant Professor of Medical Laboratory Science program at UIS, spoke to Community Voices about the new bridge program at UIS created to address this shortage.

In this episode, Nihal interviews the Muslim chaplains of Columbia and Yale Universities. They discuss how young people can learn to be confident on college campuses in the United States through a combined effort of companionship and knowledge. This episode was recorded last summer. Ebad(ur) Rahman is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Religion at Columbia. He completed his Ph.D. in the Religion Department at Columbia University in 2022. Ebad earned his B.A. from New York University, with a concentration on Islam in America, and studied in a four-year pilot seminary program in California. His research interests include Qur'anic Studies, Islamic thought in the 18th - 20th centuries, and Islam in America. Omer Bajwa serves as Director of Muslim Life in the Chaplain's Office at Yale and has been engaged in religious service, inter-religious engagement and educational outreach since 2000. He earned his Graduate Certificate in Islamic Chaplaincy from Hartford Seminary, has an MA in Near Eastern Studies and an MS in Communication from Cornell University, and a BA from Binghamton University. His interests include Islam in the United States and the intersections of culture, media, politics and spirituality. He regularly lectures about these and other topics around the country. Additionally, Omer mentors contemporary Muslims on exploring their intellectual and spiritual lives in today's world. He is a co-editor of the forthcoming book, “Mantle of Mercy: Islamic Chaplaincy in North America” by Templeton Press. He loves taking long hikes with his family and friends, and when not working, he can often be found sampling local desserts. -- Faith in Fine Print is hosted by Nihal Khan and is the official podcast of Maktab Academy. @MaktabAcademy www.maktabacademy.net

Jonah Smith joined IBM in 2023 as Vice President, Environmental Social Governance Strategy and Programs.  In addition to leading global ESG strategy, goals, stakeholder engagement, reporting and governance, Jonah's responsibilities also entail the development and implementation of environmental social innovation programs such as the IBM Sustainability Accelerator.  Prior to IBM, Jonah led ESG at Kraft Heinz as its Global Head of Environmental Social Governance & President of the Kraft Heinz Foundation.  Prior to Kraft Heinz Jonah held similar roles at Grainger and MillerCoors, has done stints in socially responsible investing, teaching sustainability at the university level, and served as the Sustainable Business Director at a non-profit, the Alliance for the Great Lakes.  Jonah's career spans about two decades in sustainability, CSR/ESG. Jonah holds an MBA in Sustainable Business from Pinchot University (formerly Bainbridge Graduate Institute).  In addition, Jonah holds a MS in Conservation Biology & Ecosystem Management, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Latin American & Caribbean Studies, and finally a BA in English Literature, all from the University of Michigan.  While in graduate school at what is now SEAS (formerly SNRE), Jonah's 1.5 years Master's opus researched and prescribed proper valuation of water resources and sustainability in Brazil.   Jonah Joins Sustainable Nation to Discuss: IBM's study: Beyond Checking the Box Key characteristics of companies that effectively embed sustainability across the organization  Data useability as a key challenge to sustainable business value IBM's Sustainability Accelerator Program Advice and recommendations for sustainability professionals Jonah's Final Five Questions Responses: What is one piece of advice you would give other sustainability professionals that might help them in their careers?  Figure out what your sweet spot is in terms of what's meaningful to you. What are your passions? What are you most passionate about? Really be honest with yourself about that. Don't just look at what's the biggest paycheck or whatever else it may be, but look at what you're most passionate about and what your day-to-day life will be like doing that work. We're all the most effective when we're doing things that are really meaningful to us, right? I love, love, love the work that I do. We're all gonna have challenges every day in our work, but if you really love and feel passionate about that work, it's easier to get over those challenges. Have an honest self-reflection with yourself on that. And then envision yourself how you're going to retire and build a pathway backwards from that retirement space. Talk to people who are in a similar role at a similar company that you'd like to be at, or a nonprofit, if it's a nonprofit or if it's with the government, whatever it may be. Do that networking. Then walk yourself all the way back and then take a stair step ladder in order to achieve what you just walked out of.  What are you most excited about right now in the world of sustainability?  I'm really excited about the potential of AI to really help accelerate our ability to mitigate the impacts of climate change, both in terms of tracking, reporting it, as well as actually helping through initiatives like I just mentioned with our Sustainability Accelerator Program, for example. We're past the tipping point. The time is yesterday in terms of how we need to act on this stuff. We all need to do our part. So it really excites me. That's why I'm at IBM. It really excites me when I think about IBM's ability to really help the world achieve this. If everyone can get as excited as I am about that, and we start acting on that excitement, I think we will be in a much better space.  What is one book you'd recommend Sustainability Leaders Read?  If I had to just pick out one, I might go back to my roots a little bit on this one. The Ecology of Commerce by Paul Hawkin was a book when I was in grad school that was often referred to. There's so many different books we're always learning new things and it's always good to keep your finger on the pulse of whatever's going on and present time. But also sometimes it's good to look back at where we were. That book does a great job of making connections in a way that I think takes us back to the roots of our planet's ecosystem services, the connection between biodiversity and nature and ecosystem. I think it really would help build a foundation for folks to then really be able to apply with better intention in today's modern world, what's going on and all the impacts and where we need to get back to or where we need to go to.  What are some of your favorite resources or tools that really help you in your work?  Our IBM Envizi tool. It's super powerful, super comprehensive. I wish I had it throughout my career at other companies that I've worked at as we struggled with data and on all sorts of different automating and definition parameters and transparency and scope, and being able to connect to different platforms and disclosure reporting and so forth. So I would say our Envizi software. Where can our listeners go to learn more about you, Jonah, and the work being done at IBM?  You could go to my LinkedIn profile, Jonah Smith. For IBM, it's really simple: ibm.com/impact. There's so much great information on our website. You can find our most recent impact report as well as previous impact reports. You can find ESG policies and links to other parts of our website if you want to do a deep dive into our environmental goals, or our upskilling and technology. IBM has goals to skill 30 million people by 2030. All of our different areas that we're operating in, that's a great initial place to scope it out.

In today's episode, I sit down with Kelly Challen, a transition specialist at NESCA, and talk about her work helping neurodiverse students navigate the journey from high school to adulthood. Kelly shares insights on the importance of individualized coaching, real-world employment experiences, and critical life skills for fostering independence and success. Tune in!BIOKelley Challen, EdM, CAS, expert transition specialist and national speaker, has been developing and directing programming for teenagers and young adults with an array of developmental and learning abilities since 2004. She has been the Director of Transition Services at NESCA since 2013, providing individualized transition assessment, planning, consultation, coaching, training, and program development services. She is skilled in assessment and consultation determining optimal timing for a student's transition to college, technical training, adult learning, employment, and identifying and developing programs and services necessary to minimize skill gaps. Ms. Challen is one of the only professionals in New England specializing in assisting families in selecting or developing programming as a steppingstone between special education and college. She has a unique understanding of local postgraduate, pre-college, college support, college transition, postsecondary transition, and 18-22 programs. She earned a BA in Psychology from The College of William and Mary and an MA of Education and Graduate Certificate in Counseling from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She is co-author of the chapter, “Technologies to Support Interventions for Social-Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Personality Style, and Self-Regulation,” for the book Technology Tools for Students with Autism: Innovations that Enhance Independence and Learning. She is also the mother of two children and two puggles who continually help with her inventive and flexible thinking! Follow Kelly on Linkedin.Learn more about NESCA here:Website: https://nesca-newton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nesca-newton/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESCApc/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nescaneuropsychologyAccess free resources and learn more about Sheila and her team at Signet Education at signeteducation.com or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaakbar/.

Want to know the secret to lasting and fulfilling happiness? You've come to the right place! Sonny visits with Stan Peake,  executive coach, business consultant, speaker and author of 5 books, including "Lasting Happiness is an Inside Job," the title of his popular TEDx talk. In this episode, Stan shares: How to go from a traditional job to a life of entrepreneurship The big question people asked of themselves when COVID hit the US What the workplace will look like in 5 years How to be on the right side of change caused by AI Why success doesn't guarantee happiness The secret to long lasting happiness Much more! About Stan: Stan Peake is an expert at unleashing potential one leader and one business at a time. Named as one of the top 10 executive coaches to follow in 2023 by US Insider and a top voice in both Business Coaching and Leadership by LinkedIn, Stan is on a mission to help one million leaders discover their potential. Co-founder at FSQ Consulting Inc (the 7th company Stan has owned or co-owned), he has grown a team of over 35 executive coaches to help impact more leaders all over the world. Certified as an Executive Coach, Stan is also certified as a corporate facilitator and cultural transformation tools practitioner. Stan holds a Graduate Certificate in Values-Based Leadership from Royal Roads University. Stan also has an Executive Education in Sales Leadership from Queens University and a diploma with distinction in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from the Centre of Excellence (online). Most recently Stan completed a certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation from Harvard Business School online. Stan was recently named the Global Chapter organizer for the Entrepreneurship and Innovation networking group for Harvard Business School online. Author of 8 business books, including 6 bestsellers, Stan has spoken at conferences and coached entrepreneurs, executives and athletes from Victoria, BC to Miami, FL, and as far away as Switzerland and Australia. Stan's TEDx talk, “Lasting Happiness is an Inside Job”, has over 110,000 views on YouTube. Stan has also been published in several magazines, newspapers, and blogs, from Entrepreneur Magazine to Bizztor Media, India's largest publication for entrepreneurs. While not coaching or speaking, Stan enjoys travelling and staying active with family and friends. Stan resides in Calgary, Alberta, Canada with his wife Maria, son Chase, and dog Zeke.

“If we're gonna be creative, there needs to be space in our life.” –Parrish WilsonYou don't have to write or journal every day to have a regular practice, but having a practice can be extremely powerful and even healing. Writing therapist Parrish Wilson agrees with me that an every day isn't required.Parrish uses therapeutic writing, which is any writing that supports our mental well being. That could be many things — autobiography, memoir, poetry — but the most common form many of us are aware of is journaling.How do we use journaling if we don't do it every day? What does a journaling practice look like? Is there a difference between journaling on your own and journaling with a therapist? We dig into these questions.We talk about: Reasons to journal in different moods Getting to know your own rhythm and flow in creating a practice and allowing writing to happen without being tied to an outcome or planExpressive writing as a combination of facts and our thoughts and feelings about themThe heal and release cycle and why you might feel worse, temporarily, after writingWays to do more embodied writingThat it's the writing, not the therapist that does the work in writing therapyABOUT PARRISHAs a Writing Therapist, Parrish Wilson brings together over twenty years of experience working and writing in the field of mental health. She holds an Masters in Counselling and Spirituality, and a Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing. Her studies have focused on therapeutic writing as a tool for processing trauma and emotional distress. In her work with individuals and groups, Parrish crafts transformational writing experiences leading to deep personal transformation. Writing therapy takes many forms and Parrish can support you however you are pulled to write: journaling, memoir, poetry, essay or short story. In her non-work life, she's a mama to two neurodivergent boys and a big fan of restorative yoga, high quality tea and messy (aka loved in) houses.LINKSparrishwilson.comInstagram: @parrishwilsonFacebook: Parrish Wilson CreativeFacebook group: Writing VibesLinkedIn: Parrish WilsonDOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Sometimes action gets a bad rap. You can be kind to yourself. You can practice being AND doing, but for change to happen you have to take steps. The way we take care of ourselves is making the steps doable and focusing on one thing at a time. We take time to integrate the change and then move on to the next one. Pick a Doable Change that resonates with you the most to start from. Here are three Doable changes that we chose from this conversation. FIND YOUR WRITING FLOW. Writing first thing in the morning or writing every day might not be your thing. Experiment with when you feel in flow writing. Try creating a writing block of time each day, but realizing it might look different. Some days might be words on the page, others might be research or brainstorming or reading.WRITE WITHOUT...

Ready or not, back-to-school season is upon us. To help navigate this transition, we turned to experts for advice: Dr. Kristy Perkowski, a pediatrician, and Holly Lallemand, a seasoned elementary school teacher. Dr. Perkowski and Lallemand offer a blend of medical and educational perspectives. Together, they provide valuable insights on preparing children for the new school year, focusing on their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Whether your child has already started school or is gearing up to return, their tips can help set the stage for a successful year ahead. About the guests: Dr Kristy Perkowski, DO, is a pediatrician with the Dr. Harry E Davis Pediatric Center in Portland, Maine. It is her goal to be an approachable, empathetic pediatrician who uses current recommendations and science to care for the children in the community. She started at the pediatrics center in 2015 after receiving her American Board of Pediatrics certification in 2013. Holly Lallemand is a long- time educator who was born, raised and now raises her own family in Southern Maine. She has been teaching second grade for 24 years and has been part of many transitions to the beginning of the school year both as a mother and a teacher. Holly enjoys teaching all content areas, but specifically enjoys teaching mindfulness to young learners. To be witness to the honest conversations young students have with one another is what fuels her commitment and desire to classroom teaching. Holly graduated with a degree in Elementary Education, has a Masters in Special Education, a Graduate Certificate in Literacy instruction and a certificate in Social Emotional Learning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Nick speaks with Susanna Weygandt a scholar studying performance theories of Russian and East European theater. She discusses the work of Anatoly Vasiliev, famed Russian theater director for the Moscow School of Dramatic Arts. Thanks for listening! ABOUT THE GUEST: Elena Susanna Weygandt analyzes and documents performance theories indigenous to Russia and East Europe that have not yet been documented. She draws on methods of interview and ethnography as well as digital display in her research on contemporary topics. In her soon-to-be published book with the University of Wisconsin Press, From Metaphor to Direct Speech: Drama and Performance Theory in Contemporary Russia, she identifies the main writers and performance theories of the vibrant movement, Novaia Drama, and situates this pioneering literature in the contemporary Russian literary canon, the Performance Studies field, and within Post-Soviet studies. The New Dramatists assert that it is precisely in the theatre, with its inherent form of critique and reflection provided by the stage, where the contemporary moment of the present can be held at arm's length away, which creates enough of a distance from the present for a historical perspective about it to emerge. This research has shaped her into a scholar and teacher of visual language, the body, feminist art, gender, exhibition on digital platforms, and all genres of documentary and realism in Russian and East European literature. Her publications on these topics of cultural history in Russia and East Europe from 1953 to the present appear in The Russian Review, Studies in Russian and Soviet Cinema, TDR: The Drama Review, Apparatus: Film, Media, and Digital Cultures in Central and Eastern Europe, and in a co-edited anthology published by Columbia UP. She received her training in Slavic Languages and Literatures from Princeton (PhD 2015; Graduate Certificate in History of Science 2015). At Sewanee: The University of the South she teaches all levels of Russian in the Russian Department and her joint affiliation in the Humanities Program. https://new.sewanee.edu/programs-of-study/russian/faculty-staff/susanna-weygandt/ If you have questions, comments, or would like to be a guest on the show, please email slavxradio@utexas.edu and we will be in touch! PRODUCTION CREDITS Assistant EP: Misha Simanovskyy (@MSimanovskyy) Associate Producer: Cullan Bendig (@cullanwithana) Associate Producer: Eliza Fisher Assistant Producer: Taylor Helmcamp Assistant Producer/Videographer: Basil Fedun Social Media Manager: Faith VanVleet Host/Supervising Producer: Nicholas Pierce Main Theme by Charlie Harper and additional background music by Beat Mekanik, Crowander, Dlay) Executive Producer & Creator: Michelle Daniel (@MSDaniel) www.msdaniel.com DISCLAIMER: Texas Podcast Network is brought to you by The University of Texas at Austin. Podcasts are produced by faculty members and staffers at UT Austin who work with University Communications to craft content that adheres to journalistic best practices. The University of Texas at Austin offers these podcasts at no charge. Podcasts appearing on the network and this webpage represent the views of the hosts, not of The University of Texas at Austin. https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/9/9a59b135-7876-4254-b600-3839b3aa3ab1/P1EKcswq.png

On this episode, Nick speaks with Susanna Weygandt a scholar studying performance theories of Russian and East European theater. She discusses the work of Anatoly Vasiliev, famed Russian theater director for the Moscow School of Dramatic Arts. Thanks for listening! ABOUT THE GUEST: Elena Susanna Weygandt analyzes and documents performance theories indigenous to Russia and East Europe that have not yet been documented. She draws on methods of interview and ethnography as well as digital display in her research on contemporary topics. In her soon-to-be published book with the University of Wisconsin Press, From Metaphor to Direct Speech: Drama and Performance Theory in Contemporary Russia, she identifies the main writers and performance theories of the vibrant movement, Novaia Drama, and situates this pioneering literature in the contemporary Russian literary canon, the Performance Studies field, and within Post-Soviet studies.  The New Dramatists assert that it is precisely in the theatre, with its inherent form of critique and reflection provided by the stage, where the contemporary moment of the present can be held at arm's length away, which creates enough of a distance from the present for a historical perspective about it to emerge. This research has shaped her into a scholar and teacher of visual language, the body, feminist art, gender, exhibition on digital platforms, and all genres of documentary and realism in Russian and East European literature. Her publications on these topics of cultural history in Russia and East Europe from 1953 to the present appear in The Russian Review, Studies in Russian and Soviet Cinema, TDR: The Drama Review, Apparatus: Film, Media, and Digital Cultures in Central and Eastern Europe, and in a co-edited anthology published by Columbia UP. She received her training in Slavic Languages and Literatures from Princeton (PhD 2015; Graduate Certificate in History of Science 2015). At Sewanee: The University of the South she teaches all levels of Russian in the Russian Department and her joint affiliation in the Humanities Program. https://new.sewanee.edu/programs-of-study/russian/faculty-staff/susanna-weygandt/ If you have questions, comments, or would like to be a guest on the show, please email slavxradio@utexas.edu and we will be in touch! PRODUCTION CREDITSAssistant EP: Misha Simanovskyy (@MSimanovskyy)Associate Producer: Cullan Bendig (@cullanwithana)Associate Producer: Eliza FisherAssistant Producer: Taylor HelmcampAssistant Producer/Videographer: Basil FedunSocial Media Manager: Faith VanVleetHost/Supervising Producer: Nicholas Pierce Main Theme by Charlie Harper and additional background music by Beat Mekanik, Crowander, Dlay) Executive Producer & Creator: Michelle Daniel (@M_S_Daniel) www.msdaniel.com

In this engaging episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, host Ipek Williamson interviews Lisa Kneller, a Life Purpose and Reinvention Life Coach specializing in helping women navigate midlife transitions. With a fascinating journey that includes careers in advertising, yoga instruction, higher education, and life coaching, Lisa shares her insights on how to manage life's transformations with grace and purpose.Lisa and Ipek discuss the profound impact of mind management and the importance of thought work in personal development. Lisa emphasizes how her background in yoga and her role as an Insight Timer teacher contribute to a holistic coaching approach, helping clients achieve mental clarity and emotional balance. They also delve into the concept of self-coaching, highlighting its significance as a skill developed over time through practice and awareness.Listeners will find inspiration in Lisa's stories of resilience and adaptability, including her personal experiences and professional growth. Tune in to discover how Lisa's unique blend of coaching, yoga, and mindfulness can help you navigate your own life's transitions and embrace new beginnings.About the Guest: Lisa Kneller is a Life Purpose and Reinvention Life Coach for women in the second half of life who are ready to make a change. She helps them recover their identity, discover their purpose, and create a life of meaningful service so they can impact their world in a powerful way.Lisa has a degree in Speech Communication from Southern Illinois University with an emphasis in Public Relations. She holds a Graduate Certificate of Completion in Life Coaching from Grand Canyon University. She is also a Certified Insight Coach and has studied coaching with world-renowned coaches. Lisa is also a Certified Yoga Teacher and has been teaching yoga since 2003. Lisa brings her passion of yoga and coaching together to create a unique experience for those who would like to have more agency over themselves and their lives through self-coaching and mind-body work.You can connect with Lisa and find out more about her work at:https://www.lisaknellercoaching.com https://www.instagram.com/lisaknellercoaching/ https://www.facebook.com/lisa.kneller/ https://lisaknellercoaching.com/freestuffAbout the Host: A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation advocate, and teacher. Her mission is to guide individuals through the complexities of modern life, helping them find deep peace and harmony. Ipek's coaching approach, rooted in Core Values, Mental Fitness, and Mind Mastery, empowers clients to unlock their hidden potential and confidently embrace change with joy.Beyond coaching, Ipek's influence spreads through her 100+ meditations on the Insight Timer App and live meditation sessions, where she shares transformative wisdom. Her impact extends to workshops, courses, and training sessions for individuals, groups, and corporations. As a Change Champion, Ipek Williamson is dedicated to promoting positive change, nurturing inner calm, and empowering others to script their own transformation stories.ipek@ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com

This week on the last guest episode of Season 4 of the conversation, we are joined by the amazing Brett Read. A good way to finish on a high with an awesome guest. Brett is the Managing Director of Safety Leaders Group and Principal Consultant of 4D Safety and Performance. He holds a Bachelor of Business (Management) from ECU, Western Australia as well as a Graduate Diploma (Survival and Rescue Management) and a Graduate Certificate in Systems Management. Prior to consulting Brett had 15 years' experience in management in the corporate sector and defence working for two multinational corporations in Operations and Business Management and in the Australian Army where he served in command roles in the SAS Regiment and attained the rank of Major.Brett has more than twenty-five years consulting experience and has worked with a broad range of clients in more than twenty countries to create safer working environments and to assist leaders in creating sustainable safety performance. He has worked with Dr Keith Owen from University of Texas researching the leadership practices that create high performance teams and designed and delivered the team and leadership components of the UWA Advanced Management Program (Executive MBA). Brett's specialties include HSEQ Leadership & Management, Organisational Transformation & Change Management with a focus on safety leadership & culture, risk management and sustainable performance in high-risk industry, especially oil & gas and mining.He has considerable experience of consultation, facilitation, and training in: Executive Leadership Development; HSEQ Culture Transformation; Team and Organizational Transformation; Leadership, Management, Supervisory and Team Development; Risk Management and Process Safety Management; Strategic Business Planning and Visioning; One on One Coaching; and Personality Profiling.Brett is the creator of 4-Dimensional Performance and Safety which embraces a sociotechnical approach to change the perception of safety from being an absence of accidents to instead be about the creation of capacity for things to go well. Brett is the co-author of the Amazon #1 Best Selling book, Safety Performance Reimagined - A 4D Approach to Organizational Performance. Safety Performance Reimagined Book: (https://www.amazon.com.au/Safety-Perf... Web: www.safetyleadersgroup.comWeb: www.4d-performance.com     https://au.linkedin.com/in/brett-read-591908 Thanks for listening. We have some great guests coming up in future pods so get ready to learn. Until next time, enjoy the rest of your week, and stay safe. https://plus.acast.com/s/health-and-safety-conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Will talks with Dr. Patrick McMillon and Alex White from Westminster University in Utah. They discuss the Graduate Certificate in Adventure Therapy, a program designed to train clinicians in integrating adventure therapy into their practice. Dr. McMillon, the program coordinator, shares insights on the program's structure, which includes three intensive courses focused on theory, professional practice, and clinical application. Alex White, with over ten years of experience, highlights how the program prepares students to implement effective, ethical, and culturally relevant adventure therapy. The episode also delves into the practical aspects of the certification, emphasizing its suitability for mental health and recreational therapists, as well as students in Westminster's Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. The guests discuss the growing interest in adventure therapy, the program's community impact, and the career benefits for graduates. Listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how this certification can enhance their therapeutic practices and contribute to the broader field of mental health treatment. Link to Westminster University Adventure Therapy Certification page.

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Today on 'Conversations on Dance', we are joined by choreographer and director of Sydney Dance Company Rafael Bonachela and composer Bryce Dessner. Bryce and Rafael take us through their personal journeys towards finding their art as a profession, the inspiration and collaborative process behind their latest collaboration 'Impermanence', and how COVID delays extended and altered the work into its present form. 'Impermanence' will have its US premiere at the Kennedy Center this April 25th with shows running through the 27th. If you're in the Washington, DC area and would like to purchase tickets, visit kennedy-center.org.THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Unlock your potential with the Graduate Certificate in Arts Entrepreneurship from the Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts at the University of Oklahoma. In partnership with the prestigious Price College of Business, this innovative program is expertly designed for the aspiring arts entrepreneur, blending your creative and artistic talents with the business knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to successfully launch and manage arts-related enterprises. Affordable and fast-track, you can achieve this transformative education remotely in less than 12 months. To learn more and apply, visit ou.edu/finearts.New York Theatre Ballet's Summer Repertoire Workshops offer pre-professional, collegiate, and post-collegiate dancers full-day training sessions of classes, rehearsals, and new choreography at their studios in lower Manhattan. Each two-week session, May 6th through 17th and June 10th through 21st, provides individualized instruction, movement analysis, and immersion in NYTB's acclaimed repertoire. Aspiring students are invited to submit video auditions by April 30. Merit-based scholarships are available. For more information, please visit nytb.org/auditions.LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the Conversations on Dance podcast, we are joined by Alastair Macaulay, critic and historian of the performing arts, and former Chief Dance Critic of the New York Times. While Alastair is no stranger to the podcast, today we get to delve into the history of numerous rare Balanchine ballets. Ahead of Alastair's program at the New York Public Library on the topic, he gives a preview of what audiences can expect, what films will be shown, and gives us the backstory of some of these works that were only seen a few times. Plus, he tells us about some of the works that aren't able to be shown and why. If you are in the New York area, don't miss 'Alastair Macaulay on Balanchine Rarities' on May 6th at 6pm at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. Reserve your spot here: https://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2024/05/06/alastair-macaulay-balanchine-rarities.Visit Alastair's website for more of his writings on dance: alastairmacaulay.com.THIS EPISODE'S SPONSORS:Unlock your potential with the Graduate Certificate in Arts Entrepreneurship from the Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts at the University of Oklahoma. In partnership with the prestigious Price College of Business, this innovative program is expertly designed for the aspiring arts entrepreneur, blending your creative and artistic talents with the business knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to successfully launch and manage arts-related enterprises. Affordable and fast-track, you can achieve this transformative education remotely in less than 12 months. To learn more and apply, visit ou.edu/finearts.artÉmotion's popular adult summer intensive program returns this May 27 - June 1. This program includes Advanced, Intermediate Advanced, Intermediate, and Beginner classes, with no prior dance experience needed for the beginner level. Let artÉmotion be the bridge between audience and the studio. Come dance this summer. For more information visit https://artemotionballetschool.com/.LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/mail-COD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.