Podcasts about Literacy

Author and academic Katherine Rundell explores the precipitous decline in reading books for pleasure, and what can be done to reverse it. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

242: Ever heard of RAN assessment but weren't quite sure what it was or what to do with it? Dr. Erin Pzinski breaks down rapid automatized naming and explains why it's like a "check engine" light. You'll learn what not to do with RAN assessment data and what really helps students with low RAN succeed.Find the show notes here:https://reachallreaders.com/episode242 Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

In this episode, we sit down with Alton Ford of Taylor County, Georgia, to talk about grassroots literacy efforts making a real impact—and how those efforts connect to the Georgia Strawberry Festival.We also spotlight Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and how the Flint Foundation proudly sponsors free book access for children ages newborn to five in Macon, Marion, Talbot, and Taylor Counties—helping build strong readers from the very start.

This week I couldn’t get my book, so I’ve decided to do an entire episode about BOARD BOOKS ABOUT PACIFIERS and WATCH MY LISTENERSHIP DROP LIKE A HOT POTATO.

Episode 246Fluency looks different across grade levels, but it always matters.In this special mashup episode, Melissa and Lori bring together voices from seven classroom teachers, spanning first grade through eighth grade, to show how fluency comes to life in real classrooms. Each teacher shares a best practice they use to support accuracy, automaticity, and expression, always grounded in meaningful reading.You'll hear about a range of approaches, including:Songs, shared reading, and read-alouds in early gradesPartner reading routines that build accountability and supportPerformance-based practices like Readers' TheaterUsing oral reading as assessment and feedbackStructuring small groups to support different fluency needsThis episode is full of practical ideas, classroom insight, and teacher wisdom, whether you're teaching in the primary grades or supporting older readers.Resources: Check out our Fluency Listening Guide for links to all of the episodes! Featured Episodes: First Steps to Fluency: How Young Learners Become Independent Readers with Virginia Quinn-Mooney Improving Student Reading Growth in Months with Fluency Instruction and Practice with Lorraine Griffith and Lindsay Kemeny A Classroom Fluency Protocol That Works with Aaron GrossmanBaltimore Secondary Literacy Teachers Talk Fluency with Tanisha Dasmunshi, Emily Jaskowski, and Emery Uwimana Watch Virginia Teach Fluency in this video Let's bring back the magic of song by Tim RasinskiLindsay Kemeny YouTubePartner Reading with Paragraph Shrinking3 Phases for Fluency by Aaron GrossmanTim Rasinski's Multidimensional Fluency RubricAaron's website: Just Two We answer your questions about teaching reading in The Literacy 50-A Q&A Handbook for Teachers: Real-World Answers to Questions About Reading That Keep You Up at Night.Grab free resources and episode alerts! Sign up for our email list at literacypodcast.com.Join our community on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by K12 Coalition.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Adolescent literacy in grades 6–12 is a gateway to success across all subject areas. As texts, tasks, and disciplinary demands become more complex, students must integrate reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and knowledge building in intentional ways. This edWeb podcast brings together Joan Sedita's expertise in adolescent literacy and Jillian Roche's expertise in curriculum development to explore what makes literacy instruction in the secondary grades both unique and essential.Listeners examine why reading and writing instruction must continue beyond the elementary years, why many adolescents struggle with literacy skills, and how instruction should be designed to meet their needs. The session highlights research-based instructional practices, the role of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) in supporting coherent, grade-level literacy instruction, and the importance of professional learning for content-area teachers. Through authentic examples from ELA classrooms and a focus on cross-disciplinary application, this edLeader Panel supports educators in strengthening literacy outcomes for all adolescents.Listeners leave with the ability to:Make informed decisions about literacy instruction in grades 6–12 by understanding the developmental and instructional needs of adolescent readers and writersDesign and support coherent literacy systems by distinguishing the roles of core ELA instruction, disciplinary literacy, and targeted interventionStrengthen student learning across subjects by intentionally integrating reading and writing into content-area instructionEvaluate and select high-quality instructional materials using research-based criteria aligned to effective adolescent literacy practicesSupport teachers more effectively through professional learning that translates evidence-based literacy practices into daily classroom instructionThis edWeb podcast is of interest to teachers, school leaders, and district leaders of grades 6–12.K12 CoalitionWe support you at every stage—helping teachers grow, leaders lead, and students succeed.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

During the 19-teens and through the Great Depression, women and particularly black women were holding together literacy in society with their bloody fingertips and blistered feet. In this episode we discuss the Packhorse Librarians of Kentucky, and the black librarians of the Harlem Renaissance. Literacy is power, guys. And Black history is American history. And women's history is still sadly overlooked, which is why we do this podcast!Kelly's creative projects of the moment: Goddess justice arc 2026 calendar Well behaved women keychains

Goal: The goal of this episode is to help you walk away with tangible tools for helping students build connected meaning within and across texts. We talk about:        1.Concept Mapping 2. Recap of chapter 6 of Smart Teaching Stronger Learning 3. Strategies that you can implement in your classroom today. Links to resources mentioned in the podcast:Grab my free guide for keeping your mini lesson mini Book a discovery call for one on one coaching or school professional developmentLink to the book (affiliate link)Next Steps: If this episode resonated with you, take a screenshot of the episode and tag me on instagram @msevamireles. This helps my show remain active in order to continue to help other upper elementary teachers get ideas they can use in their class today.The Reading Teacher's Playbook Search for my show on iTunes or Stitcher.Click on ‘Ratings and Reviews.'Under ‘Customer Reviews,' click on “Write a Review.”Sign in with your iTunes or Stitcher log-in infoLeave a Rating: Tap the greyed out stars (5 being the best)Leave a Review: Type in a Title and Description of your thoughts on my podcastClick ‘Send'Episode 122 — Helping Students Build Connected MeaningLeave a Rating and Review:

Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN's Jon Hansen to discuss how GLCU is celebrating Black History Month. Steve discusses investing in committees and how their builder loan helps members build credit. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss filing your taxes, moving your money to a new advisor, and things that could be a conflict of interest. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Welcome back to Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning workplace podcast where behavioural science meets workplace culture. This week we explore career motivation, generative AI for leaders and the psychology of meaningful work. Plus we put Neuro-Linguistic Programming under the microscope and answer career questions from future business psychologists.

How would you pay homage to the books who helped shaped you as a child? That's the topic of discussion for today's episode as author and illustrator Selina Alko stops by The DTALKS Podcast to discuss her latest book, "Otherwise Known as Judy The Great". We get into a discussion about childhood influences, different art styles used for the book, and lessons Selina hopes readers take away from her book. It's a great conversation you're really going to enjoy! Check it out!   About Selina Alko Selina Alko is an award-winning author and illustrator known for blending lyrical storytelling with vibrant mixed-media art. Raised in Vancouver by a Turkish Jewish father and Jewish mother, she grew up immersed in culture, creativity, and diverse perspectives that continue to shape her work. Selina has a degree in art history from University of British Columbia and a BFA in illustration from the School of Visual Arts. She has created more than twenty-five acclaimed children's books, with features in The New York Times, NPR, People, and Time Out New York Kids. A National Jewish Book Award winner, her titles have also been honored as Junior Library Guild Gold selections and Bank Street Best Books of the Year. She is the recipient of the Mills Tannenbaum Award for Excellence in Children's Literacy.   About 'Otherwise Known as Judy The Great' Judy Blume is known for fearlessly discussing topics that were once considered taboo. As a young girl, Judy was not encouraged to share her feelings, so instead she invented stories as a way to understand the world around her. Growing up Jewish, during and in the aftermath of WWII, dramatically shaped Judy's childhood. Her younger years were full of fear. Judy processed her conflicted emotions by making up stories where she could control the conflict as she worked through challenging life scenarios. These stories became the subjects of the books she later published for children, tweens, teens, and adults including Are You There God? It's Me Margaret, Freckle Juice, and the Fudge series. This inspiring collection of poems celebrates the childhood years of Judy Blume, one of the most beloved American writers of all time.   Make sure to check out the Dtalkspodcast.com website! Thanks to Empire Toys for this episode of the podcast! Nostalgia is something everyone loves and Empire Toys in Keller Texas is on nostalgia overload.   With toys and action figures from the 70's, 80's, 90's, and today, Empire Toys is a one-stop-shop for a trip down memory lane and a chance to reclaim what was once yours (but likely sold at a garage sale)   Check out Empire Toys on Facebook, Instagram, or at TheEmpireToys.com AND Thanks to Self Unbound for this episode of the podcast: Your quality of life: physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually, is a direct reflection of the level of abundant energy, ease, and connection your nervous system has to experience your life!    At Self Unbound, your nervous system takes center stage as we help unbind your limited healing potential through NetworkSpinal Care.    Access the first steps to your Unbound journey by following us on Facebook, Instagram, or at www.selfunbound.com

What if medicine's ancient rituals could evolve to heal the modern physician's soul, turning burnout into a blueprint for resilient leadership?In this episode, Dr. Andrea Austin speaks with Dr. Venkatesh Ramnath about his journey from ICU conflicts and existential doubt to pioneering the Health Architect model. Venkatesh recounts early career frictions like coding audits and rigid communication clashing with rural teams, that led to his 2015 rock bottom, and how embracing cognitive science, myths, and practical rituals helped him redesign his path. The conversation unpacks leadership as a learnable skill, the need to embed financial literacy and care networks in curricula, and fostering agency through evidence-based attitudes and collaborative debriefs.You'll hear how they:Navigate moral injury from systemic silos, using health architecture to layer foundations of ethics, diagnostics, and aspirational wellnessReframe leadership beyond hierarchy, teaching self-awareness and trust-building to bridge academic ideals with real-world teamsAdvocate for curriculum overhauls, sprinkling scientific attitudes, financial savvy, and quality-of-death discussions into every disease pathwayInspire renewal through slowing down, curiosity-driven creativity, and a "new oath" prioritizing human connection over helplessnessIf you're rebuilding after burnout or redesigning med ed for the AI era, this episode offers a blueprint for wisdom over facts, progress over perfection.About the Guest:“Health architecture is about building foundations of agency and connection.” – Dr.  Venkatesh RamnathDr. Venkatesh Ramnath  is a pulmonary and critical care physician, health architect, writer, and host of the Be a Health Architect podcast. With experience spanning academic centers, rural border hospitals, and COVID ICUs, he transitioned from burnout to advocacy by fusing medicine with cognitive science and architecture metaphors.  Venkatesh speaks on leadership, meaning-making, and innovation, contributing to outlets like the LA Times, and is authoring a book on a "new oath" for physician wellness.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Sadlier.The webinar recording can be accessed here.This edWebinar lays the foundation for children's language development, comprehension, and long-term academic success. Educators explore how intentional, research-based instruction supports knowledge building in early childhood while honoring play, curiosity, and developmentally appropriate practice.This session highlights the role of integrated literacy and mathematics experiences in strengthening young learners' understanding of the world, expanding vocabulary, and promoting equity and access in PreK classrooms. Listeners gain insights into how research can be translated into meaningful, practical classroom instruction.The goal of this session is to help PreK educators understand the importance of knowledge building and apply research-informed practices that support early learning. Listeners:Understand why knowledge building is essential in PreKExplore connections between literacy, mathematics, and content-rich instructionIdentify research-based practices that promote equity and accessTranslate research into daily instructional practiceThis edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.SadlierTo prepare children for the world of tomorrow, it takes a partner that has experience.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Ep.158Value:In this Valentine's Pop-Up LIVE, we share the quotes that made us think, pause, and remember why this work matters. You'll hear powerful moments from episodes across the year, honest reflections from our community, and the conversations that define The Literacy View.Promise:You will leave re-energized and grounded in your purpose, reminded that this literacy work is bigger than trends and bigger than programs. No curriculum sponsors. Just unfiltered, unafraid, unbiased conversation.

Employment lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss today's mixed job market, non-compete agreements, worker misclassification and take listener questions.

Attorney Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law Firm joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the impending student loan cliff, emphasizing the urgency for action by May due to extended processing times at the Department of Education.

Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg continues his conversation on the importance of discussing your finances with your partner or spouse. What kind of financial secrets are people keeping, and what are they lying about? For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

We are thrilled to welcome David Kilpatrick, Professor Emeritus at the State University of New York at Cortland and one of the most influential voices in reading research, assessment, and instruction, to the podcast. In our chat, Dr. Kilpatrick breaks down decades of research and gets straight to the heart of what really drives reading success—especially for students with dyslexia. He tackles one of the biggest myths in education: that phonemic awareness is just an early skill you “check off” and move past. Instead, you'll discover why advanced phoneme proficiency is the engine behind orthographic mapping and automatic word recognition, and why it matters far beyond the primary grades. What we hope you'll take away from this is a clarity about which phonemic awareness skills truly move the needle, how to integrate them powerfully with phonics instruction, and how assessment can help you target instruction with precision. If you've ever wondered whether going back to phonemic awareness with older students means going backward, this episode will completely reframe that thinking. When you strengthen advanced phonemic awareness, you give students with dyslexia the foundation they need to become confident, capable readers—and that changes everything. David A. Kilpatrick, PhD is a professor emeritus of psychology for the State University of New York at Cortland and currently serves as Adjunct Lecturer in Psychology. He is a New York State certified school psychologist with 28 years experience in schools. He has been teaching courses in learning disabilities and educational psychology since 1994. David is a reading researcher and the author of two books on reading, Essentials of Assessing, Preventing, and Overcoming Reading Difficulties, and Equipped for Reading Success, and is a co-editor of a third, Reading Development and Difficulties: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Practice. Resources mentioned in this episode: The PAST Test (Phonological Awareness Screening Test) NICHD – National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Society for the Scientific Study of Reading (SSSR) Florida Center for Reading Research (FCRR) National Reading Panel Report (U.S. National Reading Panel) Zeno Word Frequency List Annals of Dyslexia We officially have merch! Show your love for the Together in Literacy podcast! If you like this episode, please take a few minutes to rate, review, and subscribe. Your support and encouragement are so appreciated! Have a question you'd like us to cover in a future episode of Together in Literacy? Email us at support@togetherinliteracy.com! If you'd like more from Together in Literacy, you can check out our website, Together in Literacy, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram. For more from Emily, check out The Literacy Nest. For more from Casey, check out The Dyslexia Classroom. Let us know what you want to hear this season! Thank you for listening and joining us in this exciting and educational journey into dyslexia as we come together in literacy!

241: Literacy consultant Angie Hanlin helps us understand exactly what data-based decision making looks like. She describes what should be happening at data team meetings and what teachers should do as soon as those meetings are over. This inspiring and practical episode is a must-listen for any literacy teacher! Get the show notes here: https://reachallreaders.com/episode241Get my If This, Then That guide:https://reachallreaders.com/tmm_optin/free-sample-of-if-this-then-that-from-reach-all-readers-plus/ Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

 Hallie chats with Tamara Anderson about language and literacy connection and more!In this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, Hallie chats with Tamara Anderson—a speech-language pathologist, education specialist, and passionate literacy advocate—about the powerful connection between language and literacy in our therapy rooms. Tamara shares her journey into literacy specialization, breaks down the difference between what we do as SLPs versus what teachers do, and offers practical tips for assessments, engaging reluctant readers, and supporting multilingual learners. You'll also learn how to make literacy therapy fun with books, games, and culturally responsive practices that honor the whole child. Whether you're wondering if you're "doing it right" with literacy or looking for fresh ideas to bring into your sessions, this conversation is full of insight, real talk, and reminders that connection always comes before data collection.Bullet Points to Discuss: The SLP's unique role in literacyAssessment tools and DIY informal probes you can create today Making literacy fun for students who hate books Multicultural considerations and ethical assessment practices Building holistic services that see the whole childHere's what we learned: SLPs use a therapeutic language lens—targeting morphology, semantics, and syntax, not curriculum standards. Create your own informal probes for vocabulary, directions, inferences, and verbal reasoning. Engagement is everything—use themed books, games, and enthusiasm to hook reluctant readers. Ethical assessment requires case histories and bilingual resources for multilingual learners. Connection over data collection—know your students as whole people, not just IEP goals.Learn more about Tamara Anderson: Website: http://buildingsuccessfullives.com Website: http://andersonmulticulturalbooks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildingsuccessfullives/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSLSpeechLanguage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKUwYkbSnH987kX5qxmBkrQ Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/presenters/tamara-andersonTeachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/tamara-andersonFreebie: WH Questions: The Three Snow BearsLearn more about Hallie Sherman and SLP Elevate:  

In this episode, we weigh the current research on decodable and leveled texts, separate durable findings from weak claims, and explore which research findings we can confidently base decisions on. Some of the research focus explored in this episode are: • strengths and limits of the research base• how decodables build early decoding and pseudoword reading• strategy differences prompted by text type• why early gains fade without progression• cautions around comprehension claims and knowledge• aligning texts to scope and sequence and student readinessHas something in this episode resonated with you? Get in touch! Are your students good readers, but poor spellers? If so, you are not alone. Spelling Success in Action addresses phonics, orthography, and morphology to give students a well-rounded understanding of how our language system works. Find out how you can help your students move beyond guessing and memorisation at https://www.jocelynseamereducation.com/spelling2 Quick LinksJocelyn Seamer Education HomepageThe Resource RoomYoutube channelFacebook Page#jocelynseamereducation #literacy #bestpractice #earlyprimaryyears #primaryschool #primaryschools #primaryschoolteacher #earlyyearseducation #earlyyearseducator #structuredliteracy #scienceofreading #classroom #learning #learningisfun #studentsuccess #studentsupport #teacherlife #theresourceroom #theevergreenteacher #upperprimary #upperprimaryteacher #thestructuredliteracypodcast #phoneme #grapheme #phonics #syntheticphonics

Let’s take a trip with Mama, Papa, Sister, Brother, Honey and… Doctor Bear? Doctor Bear. To the ICE AGE as I GEEK OUT over prehistoric animals and BORE YOU TO TEARS with BUCKETS of FACTS. Also, standwithminnesota.com still needs donations to help families affected by the recent ICE invasion.

Literacy rates are falling in the U.S. Reading scores for high school seniors nationwide saw their lowest levels since 1992 last year. And Delaware's unfortunately on par – students saw another stagnant year for reading proficiency in 2025.But this doesn't mean reading culture and book clubs are dead. U.S. publishing revenues totaled $32.5 billion in 2024.And Wuthering Heights is about to hit movie theaters, prompting long loan lines in Delaware libraries.On this edition of Enlighten Me, Delaware Public Media's Abigail Lee looks into Delaware's many book clubs and the benefits their members reap.

Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. Looking to sell your silver or gold? What about 7UP bottles and WWI pins? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you'd like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600

Health journalist Hannah Harris Green joins Jon Hansen to discuss social media companies that are being sued and plaintiffs alleging that the platforms severely damaged their mental health.

Real estate attorney Dave Schlueter, who works with the Law Offices of Dave Schlueter Ltd., joins Jon Hansen to discuss landlords, tenant obligations, and lease misconceptions. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen to discuss stock prices vs. earnings and when Fed rate cuts could occur. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

Family physician Kelly Bain discusses her article "Why physician business literacy matters." Kelly explains that while doctors are trained to diagnose and treat patients, they are rarely prepared to navigate the complex financial realities of the modern health care industry. She argues that bridging this educational gap is essential for health systems to survive the shift from fee-for-service to value-based care models like WISeR and TEAM. The conversation highlights how understanding coding, risk adjustment factors, and operational efficiency empowers clinicians to become active stewards of resources rather than passive participants. Kelly emphasizes that when physicians master the business side of medicine, they protect patient access and ensure the long-term sustainability of care for vulnerable populations. Learn why the future of medical leadership requires a seat at the financial decision-making table. True team-based care starts with you. When you join ChenMed, you'll feel seen, heard, and valued. That's because ChenMed practices transformative, physician-led care, focusing on prevention and empowering providers to have a lasting impact on their patients and communities. So, whether you're applying for a primary care physician, nurse practitioner, cardiologist, or medical director position, you'll feel supported and fulfilled in every aspect of your career. Find a job that feels right. Visit ChenMed.com/Physicians to learn more. VISIT SPONSOR → https://chenmed.com/Physicians SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Episode 121 — Why- How Your Students Learn and  Practice Matters in your Upper Elementary Literacy Classroom?Goal: The goal of this episode is to help you walk away with tangible tools for choosing how to teach and practice literacy skills in your upper elementary literacy classroom.We talk about:        1.Blocked Practice vs Interleave Practice 2. Recap of chapter 4 of Smart Teaching Stronger Learning 3. Strategies that you can implement in your classroom today. Links to resources mentioned in the podcast:Grab my free guide for keeping your mini lesson mini Book a discovery call for one on one coaching or school professional developmentLink to the book (affiliate link)Next Steps: If this episode resonated with you, take a screenshot of the episode and tag me on instagram @msevamireles. This helps my show remain active in order to continue to help other upper elementary teachers get ideas they can use in their class today.The Reading Teacher's Playbook Search for my show on iTunes or Stitcher.Click on ‘Ratings and Reviews.'Under ‘Customer Reviews,' click on “Write a Review.”Sign in with your iTunes or Stitcher log-in infoLeave a Rating: Tap the greyed out stars (5 being the best)Leave a Review: Type in a Title and Description of your thoughts on my podcastClick ‘Send'Leave a Rating and Review:

Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt wins a third term in office.State lawmakers begin their trek to overhaul the state's literacy policyA growing number of farmers say climate is becoming more extreme and harder to predict.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Tik Tok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

Episode Summary:What if libraries played a central role in transforming literacy instruction? In this Changemaker Voices episode, Jenny Emery Davidson shares how a rural community library became a hub for science-of-reading-aligned professional learning, teacher collaboration, and joyful literacy advocacy. This conversation will inspire educators and leaders to rethink how communities can help build a true social fabric of literacy.GuestJenny Emery DavidsonExecutive Director, The Community Library (Ketchum, Idaho)Topics DiscussedLibraries as community-based literacy leadersSupporting teachers through collaboration, not mandatesProfessional learning grounded in the science of readingLiteracy access and equity in rural communitiesCreating joyful, meaningful learning experiences for educators and studentsBuilding a “social fabric of literacy” beyond schoolsOrganizations & Programs MentionedThe Community Library (Ketchum, ID)https://comlib.orgThe Community Library Literacy SummitA multi-day professional learning experience for Idaho educators focused on the science of reading and literacy instructionhttps://comlib.org/literacy-summitUniversity of Idaho (Moscow, ID)https://www.uidaho.eduScholars & Literacy Leaders ReferencedDr. Louisa Moats https://www.louisamoats.comDr. Anita Archer https://explicitinstruction.orgDr. Carol Tolman https://drcaroltolman.com/Dr. Antonio Fierro https://readinguniverse.org/contributor/antonio-fierro-edd?page=1Dr. Sally Brown (College of Idaho) https://collegeofidaho.edu/people/sally-brown/Books & Resources MentionedSpeech to Print – Louisa Moats https://products.brookespublishing.com/Speech-to-Print-P1167.aspxIdaho Dyslexia Handbookhttps://www.sde.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Idaho-Dyslexia-Handbook.pdfSold a Story (Podcast by Emily Hanford)https://features.apmreports.org/sold-a-story▶️ Watch the full conversation on YouTube. https://youtu.be/6GOksQx4vt4If this episode resonates with you, share it with a colleague or community leader—and consider how your own community might help build a stronger social fabric of literacy.

Imagine parents as your biggest allies in ag ed! Amelia Miller explains groundbreaking national research on how much value parents place on their children learning about agriculture in school. Discover the surprising finding that parents overwhelmingly see agricultural topics as "very important" for K-12 students, regardless of their own background! Get ready for practical insights on how you can build stronger bridges with families, leverage this incredible parental interest for program growth, and partner with organizations like PTOs to position parents as powerful advocates for ag education.   Journal article: https://jae-online.org/index.php/jae/article/view/2773

Every week, a specialist from Mesirow Wealth Management joins Jon Hansen to discuss a different financial topic. This week, Managing Director and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Dr. Gregg Lunceford joins Jon to discuss the importance of being financially ready if a spouse needs medical care. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

Jon Hansen is joined by James Rodriguez, Senior Real Estate Reporter at Business Insider, to discuss how Airbnb hosts are making the most out of sports events in town. James talks about how much owners are spending on upkeep, his conversations with an economist, and the software people are buying to help them run their […]

Jen Morand, Chicago Auto Show General Manager, joins Jon Hansen to talk about how you can shop, compare, and experience the latest and greatest the auto industry has to offer at McCormick Place. For more information, visit www.chicagoautoshow.com.

Kyle Trautmann, founder of High Vibe Holonomics, the first and only institution devoted to Energy Literacy and Flow for Post-Traumatic Growth. He helps 6 to 7 figure entrepreneurs and business owners elevate their energy, heal, and achieve greater success by mastering what he calls the seven systems of the human experience.Through his process of Education to Liberation, Kyle has guided over 10,000 individuals through personal transformation, teaching them how to change their energy signature and unlock their full potential.Now, Kyle's story of overcoming substance abuse and a severe brain injury to build a multiple six-figure organisation demonstrates how true mastery of energy and consciousness can lead to remarkable post-traumatic growth.And while expanding his teachings through The Holonomic Institute, he continues to make complex concepts of energy and consciousness accessible to anyone ready to change their life from the inside out.Here's where to find more:www.highvibeholonomics.comhttps://www.facebook.com/kyle.a.trautmannhttps://www.instagram.com/kyleatrautmannhttps://www.instagram.com/highvibeholonomics________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here: https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself

A new "structured literacy" program has made its way into many classrooms across the state and, according to Senate President Pro Tem Mimi Stewart, is already producing success. Stewart tells Gwyneth why she is pushing a bill that would lean more heavily on the program to teach children to read.   Some teachers in the state are already using a "structured literacy" approach, thanks in large part to Project ECHO — a tele-mentoring program based at the University of New Mexico. Dr. Soraya Gollop leads its education division. She recently chatted with Senior Producer Lou DiVizio about how the teaching program works. Podcast Host: Lou DiVizioCorrespondent: Gwyneth DolandGuests:NM Sen. Mimi Stewart, D-AlbuquerqueDr. Soraya Gollop, Ph.D., Education Team Director, ECHO Institute 

Welcome to The Education Concierge Podcast — where we disrupt the traditional, honor the journey, and build what's next in education, leadership, and life. I'm your host, Benita Gordon, guiding you through conversations that blend passion, strategy, and soul.Season 10 — A Legacy in Progress — is about shaping what we'll leave behind while living boldly in the present. This season isn't just about the "what" we achieve, but the "how" and "why" behind it.In this episode, we sit down with Iman Alleyne, CEO and Founder of Kind Academy and Launch Your Kind, a trailblazer in the micro-school movement who's taught over 50 schools how to open and operate successfully. Iman brings unflinching truth about what it takes to build alternative education models that actually work—from mastering the business fundamentals educators never learned in school to shifting mindset from employee to entrepreneur. You'll hear why "culture is the curriculum," how financial literacy can liberate educators from dread, why joy-centered environments transform learning, and why representation in educational leadership isn't just nice to have—it's non-negotiable. This conversation will challenge you to see yourself not just as an educator, but as a guide, innovator, and yes—a businessperson building the future.Shoes off. Hands washed. Mind open. Let's build together.Why micro-schools are revolutionizing education and how to build one that's financially sustainable—not just mission-drivenThe mindset shifts educators must make to transition from employee to entrepreneur without losing their soulsWhy financial literacy isn't optional for educators who want to create lasting impact and actually get paid fairly for their expertiseHow to position yourself as a guide in the learning process rather than a traditional "keeper of knowledge"The power of joy-centered education and creating spaces where students thrive, not just surviveEducation isn't just about the classroom. It's about shaping communities, influencing futures, and creating ripples that extend far beyond ourselves. Iman's journey from traditional educator to CEO and founder of both Kind Academy and Launch Your Kind proves that when we master both the mission AND the money, we create sustainable alternatives that serve marginalized communities without burning out. With over 50 schools trained in her methods, Iman is building a movement, not just a moment. This conversation will help you think differently, act boldly, and craft a legacy worth remembering.Connect with Iman Alleyne:Organizations: CEO and Founder of Kind Academy & Launch Your KindAchievement: Taught over 50 schools how to open and operate micro-schools successfullyWebsite: https://www.kindacademy.orgInstagram: @imanalleyne, @kindacademy, @launchyourkindLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.comin/iman-cassells-alleyne-744677169Connect with Benita Gordon:Follow The Education Concierge PodcastInstagram: @theeduconciergepodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/Benita-C-GordonSeason 10: A Legacy in Progress themeJoin the conversation: #EducationConcierge #ALegacyInProgress

From Literacy to Savviness: Rethinking How We Learn with AI (EP:45) With Chris Minter, PHD How do we stay thoughtful, skilled, and grounded as AI accelerates faster than our instincts can adapt? In this episode, we explore the shift from simply knowing about AI to becoming truly savvy in how we use it. Chris Minter invites us to consider how contextual inputs, desired outputs, and intentional engagement shape our ability to think clearly in an age of intelligent tools. Together, we examine the balance between efficiency and depth, the risks of over‑reliance and “AI slop,” and the importance of protecting our own voice, judgment, and craftsmanship as educators and learning leaders. Questions? Feedback? Ideas? Contact us at edufi@mayo.edu Audio Editing: Celina Bertoncini Additional Resources: Conrad, K., & Kamperman, S. (2025). Building critical AI literacy: An approach to generative AI. Thresholds in Education, 48(2), 142–158. Open PDF: https://academyforeducationalstudies.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/conrad-kamperman-final-1.pdf Biagini, G. (2025). Towards an AI‑literate future: A systematic literature review exploring education, ethics, and applications. International Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Education, 35, 2616–2666. Mills, K., Ruiz, P., Lee, K., Coenraad, M., Fusco, J., Roschelle, J., & Weisgrau, J. (2024). AI literacy: A framework to understand, evaluate, and use emerging technology. Digital Promise Sun, Y. (2026). Conceptualizing critical AI literacy in writing education: Power dynamics in Chinese EAL students' negotiations with GenAI. Applied Linguistics Review. Advance online publication. Aleman, E., Martínez, R., Dilek, M., & Baran, E. (2025). Directions for navigating critical AI literacy in teacher education. Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 37, 1460–1488. Wulff, P., & Kubsch, M. (2025). Learning against the machine: The double‑edged sword of (Gen)AI in STEM education. International Journal of STEM Education, 12, Article 66. Deep, P. D., & Chen, Y. (2025). The role of AI in academic writing: Impacts on writing skills, critical thinking, and integrity in higher education. Societies, 15(9), 247. Oc, Y., Gonsalves, C., & Quamina, L. (2025). Generative AI in higher education assessments: Examining risk and tech‑savviness on student adoption. Journal of Marketing Education, 47(2), 138–155. Giannakos, M., Azevedo, R., Brusilovsky, P., Cukurova, M., Dimitriadis, Y., Hernández‑Leo, D., Järvelä, S., Mavrikis, M., & Rienties, B. (2025). The promise and challenges of generative AI in education. Behaviour & Information Technology, 44(11), 2518–2544.

Episode 245In this episode, Melissa and Lori are joined by researchers Jake Downs and Chase Young to discuss Read Like Us, a research-backed fluency routine designed to help students reread challenging texts with purpose. Jake and Chase share the findings from their recent study, explain how the routine works in real classrooms, and explore why fluency grows when students have multiple supported opportunities to read connected text.The conversation unpacks:what makes Read Like Us different from traditional repeated reading approaches,how wide reading fits alongside repeated reading,and why text choice plays such a critical role in fluency development.You'll also hear why the study showed especially strong results for fourth-grade readers and how teachers can think about applying this work across grade levels.This episode offers both a clear explanation of the research and practical insights teachers can use as they plan fluency instruction that supports real reading where skills come together in text.Resources:Research Article: "Promoting Fluency Through Challenge: Repeated ReadingWith Texts of Varying Complexity"Fluency Listening Guide We answer your questions about teaching reading in The Literacy 50-A Q&A Handbook for Teachers: Real-World Answers to Questions About Reading That Keep You Up at Night.Grab free resources and episode alerts! Sign up for our email list at literacypodcast.com.Join our community on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter.

Be inspired as 3 NYC parent advodcates push to get certified school librarians in EVERY public school.   Librarians Equal Literacy IG: librariansequalliteracy Website   E290 Restoring Philly School Librarians Podcast Linktree Search by title, guest and location!  Editable PD Certificate FAQ's and ISO (In search of…) Online Doctoral Programs APA format for citing a podcast/podcast app SLU Playlists - See Elementary! Amy's episode: The Importance of PLCs I would like to thank composer Nazar Rybak at Hooksounds.com for the music you've heard today.  

This week, we’re watching along with The Berenstain Bears In the Dark and Ring the Bell. The last two segments of Season One! WOO HOO! Also, standwithminnesota.com is still the best place to go for donations but there’s also https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-south-high-school-families to directly support the familes of South HIgh students primarily with rent support.

On the Feb 6th edition: The Department of Homeland Security is moving forward with plans for an ICE detention facility in Social Circle; Some Georgia taxpayers are going to see some state surplus money returned to them; And State lawmakers have introduced new legislation aimed at improving the literacy rate.

Send us a textContact michele at https://www.bookclues.comWhat if a city without modern newspapers learned to think like a public anyway? We sit down with historian Robert Darnton to chart how Paris, from 1748 to 1789, became an information society powered by parades, fireworks, songs, rumor, and street theater. Instead of headlines, “publication” meant a royal herald reading peace aloud while bands played—and a celebration that ended in a deadly crush. Those moments didn't just inform people; they taught them how power felt.Darnton guides us through the mechanisms that carried ideas across a semi-literate city. Literacy gaps were bridged by chapbooks, pamphlets read aloud, graffiti, and unforgettable tunes that turned scandal into memory. We follow the “kingnapping” of Bonnie Prince Charlie, the 1750 child seizures that sparked riots and bloodbath rumors, and the widening gulf as Versailles wrapped itself in secrecy. When Necker printed the royal budget, finance left the king's secret and entered the street, unleashing a public debate about debt, taxes, and responsibility.The church's authority faltered as Jansenist–Jesuit battles collided with deathbed fears, while a witty placard at a sealed graveyard mocked a monarchy that would “forbid miracles.” Royal intimacy became political fuel: Madame de Pompadour's lavish gifts and influence, and Madame du Barry's past, fed poissonnades and police dragnets that still couldn't catch every tune. In the Palais-Royal, crowds staged mock trials for government texts and burned them like verdicts, rehearsing a civic role they were ready to claim.By the late 1780s, few predicted the upheaval to come, but many believed change was possible. The nation, not ministers, should decide taxation; the king should ratify, not conceal. Transatlantic currents—from mythic American virtue to Quaker simplicity—added oxygen. Darnton ties these currents together to show how information flows can erode legitimacy and invite a different future.Listen for a vivid, ground-level view of how culture becomes politics, how performance becomes persuasion, and why the French Revolution reshaped everyday life. If this story reorders how you think about media and power, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review to tell us which vignette struck you most.

Carly Hartwig is a Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner and a Certified Fertility Awareness Educator. She is passionate about empowering women to take control of their health and take charge of their wellness journeys with personalized, compassionate care. She brings balance to the low-tox world and educates people around a wide array of topics, ranging from environmental toxins to healthy hormones, and she will forever encourage women to advocate for themselves and require informed consent in every step of their healthcare journey. Carly is a self-proclaimed crunchy mom of 1 with another on the way! In this episode, we explore the Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) and how cycle tracking can be used for both pregnancy prevention and conception by understanding real-time hormonal patterns—not guesswork. We discuss what true cycle literacy looks like, common misconceptions around FAM, and why tracking biomarkers like basal body temperature and cervical fluid gives women more data, not more pressure. We also have an honest conversation about home birth—who it may be appropriate for, how proper screening and support matter, and why safety is about preparation, not location alone. This episode is for anyone curious about stepping into a more informed, intentional relationship with their cycle and birth experience—without fear, dogma, or extremes.Follow Carly on instagram @cleanlivingwithcarlyTempdrop cycle tracker code DRHALIEShow clean and low tox favorites

Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Do you feel underpaid, misunderstood, or stuck explaining why your work costs what it costs? Most agency owners don't wake up one day and decide, "You know what sounds fun? Running an agency." They stumble into it, usually because the job market fails them. That's exactly how today's featured guest got her start. In this episode, she'll unpack how slowly building her confidence as she gained more experienced changed her perspective on pricing and why most "thought leadership" content does more harm than good. Alicia Disantis is the owner and creative director of 38th & Kip Studio, a dual branding and design studio celebrating 15 years in business. She founded the agency during the 2008 recession, which is about as pressure-filled a launchpad as you can imagine. Before building a sustainable agency, Alicia wore a lot of creative hats: video game character artist for early mobile games, comic book artist for an urban vampire/werewolf series, and unpaid intern at a graphic design. These experiences heavily shaped how she thinks about value, pricing, and positioning today. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why agency pricing should feel scary. Educating clients who think your work is "easy." An approach to thought leadership that actually creates value. Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources E2M Solutions: Today's episode of the Smart Agency Masterclass is sponsored by E2M Solutions, a web design, and development agency that has provided white-label services for the past 10 years to agencies all over the world. Check out e2msolutions.com/smartagency and get 10% off for the first three months of service. Creating a Unique Path that Lead to Agency Ownership Like many agency owners, Alicia didn't start with a master plan. She started with a student loan bill that arrived a month before graduation and over a hundred job applications that led nowhere. When the traditional path failed, she did what resourceful creatives do: she pieced together work wherever she could find it. Freelance gigs turned into repeat work. Repeat work turned into confidence. And eventually, confidence turned into a business. She went from being an unpaid intern, to game designer, to a comic book designer, and forged a unique path, going from charging just $200 for her first freelance job to earning the confidence she needed to believe she could build her own business. Most agencies are born from survival more than a carefully thought business plan. The danger is that when you start that way, you often carry survival pricing and survival thinking far longer than you should. That early context matters, because it explains why so many agency owners struggle to raise prices later. From $200 Clients to Pricing That Feels Scary (In a Good Way) Alicia's first client paid her $200. She also did a lot of free work, because at the time, that felt like the only way in. What changed over the years wasn't some magic pricing formula. It was confidence. Marketing and creative work is deeply undervalued, especially compared to STEM or "expert" services. People don't argue over a $250 legal consult but they will argue endlessly over a logo. As Alicia grew, she learned three critical skills: Educating clients on the real cost of doing work right Having the confidence to say no Quoting prices that made her a little uncomfortable It wasn't easy, but mostly it just took time. How to Educate Clients Who Think a Logo Is "Easy" Alicia managed to reframe the value of branding for skeptical clients not by arguing but by analogizing. Instead of defending design directly, she compares it to plumbing, legal work, or real estate. You wouldn't hire a $5 freelancer to represent you in civil court, so why would you do that for the thing that represents your entire business? This framing does two things: It removes emotion from the conversation It positions branding as expert work, not artistic preference Clients should also understand the hidden cost of "cheap" solutions, especially with websites. Hiring a friend or a bargain provider usually leads to cut corners, broken functionality, and stalled growth when the person inevitably disappears. The goal isn't to lead with fear. It's to calmly explain consequences and let the client decide if cheap is really cheaper. Thought Leadership That Builds Trust (Not Clickbait) Thought leadership is an area where Alicia found significant success creating valuable educational content. In her view, it's also something most agencies get wrong. The problem isn't content volume. It's content relevance. In her experience, the key to producing this content is leading with research on what people want to hear about. She's also encountered many white papers that don't even offer any takeaways or new perspectives, which ends up diluting the trust on your brand. Alicia insists that everything she produces or is a part of must have key takeaways that her audience can translate into a real technical plan. She shared a four-part framework she uses before creating educational content: Motivation – Why does the audience care right now? Pain points – What problem are they actually trying to solve? Literacy level – How well do they understand the subject? Communication style – How do they prefer to consume information? The literacy piece is where most agencies mess up. If you speak marketing jargon to an audience that doesn't have that literacy, you don't sound smart. You sound patronizing. And nobody buys when they feel dumb. Alicia is intentional about making sure everything she puts out includes tangible takeaways—things people can write down and act on. Without that, it's just noise. Playing the Long Game with Content and Personal Brand This podcast started over a decade ago not as a growth hack, but out of curiosity. The goal was to let listeners be a fly on the wall. The payoff took years, but now it's a massive moat. People join our community and say they've been listening for years before ever raising their hand. That kind of trust doesn't come from ads with rented Lambos. But it also takes time and determination. Less than 7% of podcasts make it past episode three, and only about 1% make it beyond episode 23. From Alicia's perspective, finding your unique personality and value proposition is the hardest part of business. People are afraid to be different, but different is the whole point. Discovering your own value proposition on your own is like trying to tickle yourself. You need outside perspective to see what's actually special. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.

Dr. Tony Watlington Sr. can still picture his high school's two-story library. He knows how influential these spaces can be, as well as the librarians who staff them. The School District of Philadelphia, however, continues to contend with a decades-long dearth of library facilities. Watlington and KYW Newsradio education reporter Mike DeNardo discuss how the district is dealing with this issue, and where literacy falls on Watlington's list of priorities.  00:00 Listener question: how is the district addressing the need for school libraries? 03:24 The importance of teaching students where and how to find trustworthy sources of information Have a question for Dr. Watlington? Email us at afterschool@kywnewsradio.com and listen for a response on future episodes of "After School!” Catch the show on the air every Wednesday at 3:45 PM ET on KYW Newsradio 103.9 FM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brenda Williams was a Chief Diversity Officer at New York Public Radio for 29 years before retiring last February. In her next chapter, Brenda has written a children's book, Worthy and Wonderful: A Celebration of Girls Who Matter, inspired by her granddaughters, Kaehla, Demi, Dala, and Dior. Brenda Williams returns to WNYC to talk about her book.