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SchoolPulse is reshaping student mental health by shifting from reactive crisis response to proactive, human-driven outreach. What began as a simple “check-in” text has evolved into an ongoing relationship, real people listening, supporting, and gently nudging students toward resilience long before challenges escalate. In this episode, Peter Fenger speaks with Iuri Melo, a licensed therapist with more than 20 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate stress, anxiety, relationships, and emotional growth. He's the best-selling author of “Know Thy Selfie” and “Mind Over Grey Matter”, and a dedicated advocate for mental fitness and personal development. Iuri is also the co-founder of SchoolPulse, a pioneering, text-based SEL platform that empowers students through proactive outreach, positive psychology, and meaningful connection. Above all, he's someone who believes deeply in human potential and is committed to helping young people live boldly and intentionally. We're thrilled to have Iuri on the show to explore how SchoolPulse blends tech-enabled emotional support with clinical insight to foster engagement, autonomy, and resilience, ultimately helping students and school communities thrive. For more information about SchoolPulse, please visit: https://schoolpulse.org To explore SchoolPulse's model and methodology: https://schoolpulse.org/our_approach/ Parents interested in learning more or enrolling their teen can go to: https://schoolpulse.org/parents/ To contact Iuri Melo, please email at: Iuri@schoolpulse.org Connect with SchoolPulse on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/schoolpulse/ Connect with SchoolPulse on Linkedin at: https://linkedin.com/company/schoolpulse Connect with SchoolPulse on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/schoolpulse.org
I denna del 1 av delsäsongsavslutningen så gör vi en analys av Thomas Höstners superfina Jullåt: Jul i Göteborg.Vilken känsla får DU av den?Vi pratar också om hur det är att vara Musiklärare påskola för elever i årskursen 4-9, samt Chris turnéliv medhektiska rep och tillhörande sånglektioner, samtdet osannolika mötet med en unik i publiken… och en hund?Vi har med en pryl som gör dig bättre som sångare??Och har Isaks gitarrspel förändrats med läraryrket? Lyssna och avgör.Varmt välkomna!Vill du ha din låt uppspelad direktmed tillhörande analys.Maila oss låtlänk + info om projektet till: Musiksnacket@iwm.seLänk till Spellista:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/25dSufz7mpKXI0vbMclpgz?si=77c7b74518db43fd#recension #analyser #musik #analys #spotify #Podcast #podd #musiksnacket #Artist #Musiker #scen #studio #AI
In this special on-location episode, Mike Palmer visits the headquarters of The Urban Assembly (UA) in New York City's Financial District to sit down with David Adams, CEO of The Urban Assembly and host of the Innovations in Public Education podcast. We explore how David and his team have evolved from designing 22 high-performing schools in NYC to "designing tools" that solve critical constraints in public education. David breaks down his "Theory of Constraints"—analyzing how barriers like time, knowledge, and resources limit school outcomes—and how UA is using Artificial Intelligence to dismantle them. The centerpiece of this innovation is Project CAFE (Classroom Automated Feedback Environment). David explains how this AI-powered tool acts as an "instant replay" for educators, allowing them to view 10-second clips of their own practice—such as questioning techniques or student talk time—without the high cost or pressure of traditional observation. By reducing the cost of feedback to roughly $150 per teacher, CAFE is flipping the script on professional development, moving from an "avalanche of evaluation" to a "drip, drip, drip of professional development". We also touch on the Urban Assembly's impressive results, including a record-breaking 92.4% graduation rate, and how their focus on social-emotional learning (SEL) and workforce readiness is reshaping economic mobility for students. Key Takeaways: From Schools to Tools: How UA supports its network of 22 schools while building scalable solutions for the broader education system. Project CAFE: An inside look at the AI tool that automates observation, offering private, low-stakes feedback for teachers to improve their "game tape". The Theory of Constraints: Using AI to reduce the "time tax" on learning outcomes and instructional coaching. Workforce Readiness: How "CounselorGPT" and Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways are moving students from "guessing to guidance" regarding the labor market. Record-Breaking Outcomes: Discussing the 92.4% graduation rate and the 100% success rate at the Urban Assembly Institute for Math and Science for Young Women. Mentioned in this Episode: Podcast: Innovations in Public Education with David Adams. Organization: The Urban Assembly. Tools: Project CAFE and CounselorGPT. Next Step for You: If you enjoyed David's insights on solving constraints in education, would you like me to summarize the specific "Theory of Constraints" framework he uses so you can apply it to your own organizational challenges?
Peggy just can't wait! Whether she's waiting for her cookies to bake or waiting her turn on the swing, impatience always seems to bubble up. But when she remembers Ms. Poach's wise words about slowing down, breathing, and practicing patience, Peggy decides to give it a try — and it works like magic!This short, kid-friendly story helps young viewers learn emotional regulation, self-control, and the power of patience in everyday moments. Perfect for parents and teachers looking for social-emotional learning (SEL) content that makes character development fun.✨ Themes: Patience, self-control, kindness, SEL skills
December can feel like a whirlwind in schools, which makes it the perfect time to slow down and center students in one of the most grounding SEL themes we have: gratitude.In this episode, I am sharing simple, meaningful ways to introduce gratitude to students of all ages, plus ideas for weaving it into your counseling program throughout the whole month.In This Episode, You'll Learn:• Why gratitude boosts mood, relationships, and academic outcomes • How gratitude connects to all five CASEL competencies • How I use the book Last Stop on Market Street to introduce perspective and meaning • Reflection questions that help deepen student understanding • My daily Witness Moment practice and how students can create gratitude snapshots • A gratitude acorn activity that helps younger students understand growth • A powerful gratitude cross the line lesson for older students • Schoolwide ideas: gratitude walls, gratitude grams, morning announcements • How to track simple Tier 1 data when implementing gratitude centered lessonsQuote From the Episode"It can start off tiny, just like an acorn, but gratitude has a way of growing into something great."Encouragement for the WeekAs we close out the year, gratitude becomes a beautiful reminder of why we do this work. Whether it is an acorn on the wall, a hallway display, or a quiet moment in your office, I hope you always find ways to grow gratitude in your school this season.Resources Mentioned:Last Stop On Market StreetGrab the Show Notes: Counselingessentials.org/podcastJoin Perks Counseling Club Membership and get the lessons, small group and individual counseling materials you need. Join now and get your first month free when you sign up for 3 months!Connect with Carol:TpT StoreCounseling Essentials WebsiteInstagramFacebookElementary School Counselor Exchange Facebook GroupCaught In The Middle School Counselors Facebook GroupHigh School Counselor Connection Facebook GroupMentioned in this episode:Perks Membership
Unlock your full potential and lead with courage, clarity, and purpose—join The Unbeatable Tribe and become truly unbeatable in life and leadership: https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/about?ref=1a923afc32cd46168547585c83eea4adMost people think they communicate well. Most people think they're emotionally intelligent. But according to SEL expert Lori Woodley, mother of Shailene Woodley, we're getting the most important human skill completely wrong.In this powerful conversation, Mark Divine sits with nationally recognized SEL leader and author Lori Woodley Langendorff to explore why emotional literacy is collapsing inside homes, schools, and workplaces—and how we can rebuild the skills that actually create resilient kids, stronger families, and healthier communities.From redefining accountability, to breaking the habit of taking everything personally, to shifting from blame to responsibility, Lori reveals the six SEL muscles that determine how we relate, communicate, and lead.This episode unpacks the real emotional crisis behind student behavior, teacher burnout, parental overwhelm, and the widening disconnect between generations.If you're a parent, educator, leader, or someone who wants to build deeper connection and stronger relationships, this conversation will change the way you listen, respond, and lead.In this episode, you'll learn:-Why emotional literacy is declining and how to rebuild it-Why “quit taking it personal” is the foundational SEL muscle-How reframing with “I statements” shifts you from victimhood to accountability-Why storytelling and vulnerability improve connection-How to model emotional intelligence at home and at work-How schools, parents, and leaders can restore resilience in the next generationGuest Links:Website: https://www.selmuscles.com/, https://www.allittakes.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allittakesorg/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allittakesorgMark Divine Links: Website: https://markdivine.comThe Unbeatable Tribe: https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/about?ref=1a923afc32cd46168547585c83eea4adNewsletter: https://markdivine.com/newsletterYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@markdivineofficial/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdivineofficialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdivine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markdivineofficial/Subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/@markdivineofficial for more inspiring conversations on leadership, growth, and impact.Rate and review the show to help us reach more listeners.Share your thoughts and takeaways in the comments!#Leadership #Parenting #EmotionalIntelligence #SEL #LoriWoodley #MarkDivine #MentalToughness #EducationReform #Resilience #HumanConnectionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Welcome back to another episode of School Counseling Simplified. Happy December. This is a fun but busy time of year as the semester wraps up and the holidays approach. Even if you are not teaching full lessons or running small groups this month, you will likely still have drop-in students who need support. December is a great time to add a seasonal twist to your counseling activities, and today I am sharing my favorite ideas to help you stay engaged, organized, and prepared. Countdown to Winter Break One of my favorite activities this month is a Countdown to Winter Break inspired by a childhood Advent calendar. This activity includes 20 different SEL tasks your students can complete as they count down to the holiday break. It works well for individual counseling sessions and for students who stop by unexpectedly. The variety of activities keeps students engaged and gives you structured tools to support them during an otherwise unpredictable month. Host a Counseling Holiday Party A Counseling Holiday Party is a fun and meaningful way to wrap up your small groups. Think of it like a celebration or graduation with a seasonal theme. You can schedule an all-day event where students who have participated in counseling throughout the semester come in for games, crafts, and connection. This creates a positive and memorable experience while highlighting the progress they have made. Data Check-Up December is also a helpful time to complete a mid-year data check-up. This allows you to review the students you have served, the lessons you have taught, and the progress that has been made so far. A mid-year check-up helps you advocate for your position, strengthens your end-of-year reporting, and gives you valuable insight as you plan for next semester. You can also display some of this information on a data wall so stakeholders can easily see the impact of your program. Self-Care Tips for the New Year As the semester winds down, it is important to reflect on your well-being. Here are a few simple strategies to help you feel more grounded and supported heading into January: Conduct a time audit to see how you are spending the minutes of your workday. This helps you identify where to add buffers so you feel less rushed and overwhelmed. Outsource tasks when possible. If you have an intern or student ambassadors, allow them to help with responsibilities and lighten your load. Join IMPACT, my school counseling membership program, to access resources, professional development, and ongoing support that help reduce stress and streamline your program. Resources Mentioned: Join IMPACT Countdown to Winter Break Elf-Control Dress an Elf Snowman Goals Blog - How to Plan a Fun Counseling Christmas Party Needs Assessment End of Year Report Data Wall Blog - Favorite December School Counseling Activities Connect with Rachel: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest Youtube More About School Counseling Simplified: School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica. You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
If you're a parent, teacher, school administrator or anyone who gives a damn about helping young people navigate the chaos of growing up, this episode is for you.More info, resources & ways to connect - https://www.tacosfallapart.com/podcast-live-show/podcast-guests/iuri-meloLicensed clinical social worker Iuri Melo joined me for a Mental Health Monday conversation that challenged a lot of assumptions about student mental health. With 20 years of experience and five kids of his own, Iuri knows what he's talking about when it comes to supporting young people.When students reach out to School Pulse (the text-based support service Iuri co-founded), two themes dominate the conversation: pressure to perform and relationship struggles. Not vague anxiety or mysterious depression but concrete worries about grades, parents, friends and fitting in.Iuri's take is that we're focusing too much on teaching people to identify mental health problems and not enough on building protective factors. Schools don't need teachers to become amateur diagnosticians. They need teachers to be friendly, approachable and genuinely connected with their students.School Pulse takes a proactive approach rather than waiting for crisis. They text students directly with encouragement, growth mindset tools and practical advice. About 75-80% of their interactions with students are positive. When crisis does happen, their goal is simple: connect kids back to their parents and their school community.The service isn't trying to replace therapy or become the ultimate solution, but it is filling a gap by being accessible (just a text message away), immediate and less intimidating than walking into a counselor's office.Iuri's advice for educators is to be friends with your students. Not in an inappropriate way but in a genuine, fist-bump-at-the-door kind of way. When teachers invest in relationships, students do better academically and emotionally. When students are friends with their teachers, they're more likely to ask for help when they need it.He also pushed back against the SEL (social-emotional learning) controversy. School Pulse makes all their content completely transparent to parents and proactively includes them in email campaigns. Their focus isn't on clinical diagnoses but on practical skills that help kids succeed academically and socially.If Iuri could wave a magic wand, he'd start what he calls a "humility movement." In a world where everyone seems absolutely certain about everything, he wishes people (especially those influencing young minds) would approach conversations with a beginner's mindset. Just because we think or feel something doesn't make it capital-T True.Throughout our conversation, Iuri kept coming back to simple practices that actually work. His personal life hack is to start the day with movement. His advice for managing emotions is to not overthink your thinking. His favorite way to boost mood is to practice gratitude but add "because" to go one layer deeper.For parents, his message was clear: don't send your kids into the world with fear. Send them with confidence. Model approachability. Make yourself a safe place to land.The conversation reminded me that supporting student mental health doesn't have to be complicated. Sometimes it's as simple as showing up, being kind and helping kids connect with the people who care about them most.
Vi gästar det fantastiska bygget World of Volvo i Göteborgoch pratar Scener, Event, Konserter och lite bilar med vår expert på plats Martin Blomberg.Är detta Göteborgs nya musikscen? Får dom in hela symfoniorkestrar på plats? Kan det anordnas Musikfestivaler här?Hur är akustiken? Har också ljudanläggningarna här prioriterats på ett oerhörtmycket högre sätt än på andra ställen? Och hur kan DU dra nytta av det?Kom, besök och upplev tycker vi!Är det DIN arbetsplats vi härnäst kommer och besöker?Varmt välkomna!Vill du ha din låt uppspelad direktmed tillhörande analys.Maila oss låtlänk + info om projektet till: Musiksnacket@iwm.seLänk till Spellista:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/25dSufz7mpKXI0vbMclpgz?si=77c7b74518db43fd#recension #analyser #musik #analys #spotify #Podcast #podd #musiksnacket #Artist #Musiker #scen #studio #AI
Cette fin d'année est l'occasion de faire une pause, de regarder en arrière, et de reconnaître la fidélité de Dieu dans chaque saison. Dans cet épisode spécial, je t'invite à faire avec moi un bilan spirituel de l'année 2025 : les victoires, les défis, les leçons, … mais surtout la main de Dieu qui n'a jamais cessé d'agir.
Notre escapade urbaine du dimanche nous emmène à LyonL'édition de la Fête des Lumières commence vendredi prochain… plus précisément, elle se tiendra du 5 au 8 décembre. Les Lyonnais installeront une nouvelle fois des lumignons à leurs fenêtres et dans toute la ville pour célébrer la Vierge Marie, qui aurait sauvé Lyon de la Peste noire en 1643. Cette tradition, née au XVIIᵉ siècle, perdure et a inspiré il y a une trentaine d'années la Fête des Lumières : des créations artistiques et lumineuses investissent désormais les monuments et les places de la ville.Parmi les lieux phares, la place des Terreaux, qui proposera un spectacle à la fois gourmand et historique. Un Miam Miam mapping mettra à l'honneur cinq mères lyonnaises et leurs plats emblématiques. Les mères lyonnaises — comme la célèbre Mère Brazier — sont à l'origine de la gastronomie locale et des fameux bouchons. Au programme du vidéo mapping : la cervelle de canut, les têtons de Vénus, mais aussi des plats plus rares comme les matelotes d'anguilles, la poularde demi-deuil (noire et blanche) ou la langouste Belle Aurore. Petite info : des visites guidées permettent de découvrir les créations entre 18 h et 22 h.Vous avez des bons plans à nous conseiller pour ce week-end de fête ?Une adresse incontournable : la chocolaterie Voisin, célèbre pour ses pralines et ses papillotes. Ces dernières sont nées grâce à l'apprenti du chef Papillot, qui glissait des mots doux dans les confiseries destinées à la fille du chef. Une initiative qui lui valut d'abord les reproches de Papillot avant que celui-ci ne saisisse le potentiel de l'idée.Autre suggestion : un festival insolite dans l'ancienne gare Perrache — splendide, soit dit en passant. Les habitants du quartier ont été invités à déposer un objet, de la paire de skis au simple vase. Les artistes se sont approprié ces objets pour créer des œuvres aussi politiques que poétiques : le Festival Airt de Famille.Un hôtel à nous recommander ?Office du tourisme de Lyon https://www.visiterlyon.com/Fête des Lumières 5/8 décembre 2025 : https://www.fetedeslumieres.lyon.fr/fr/page/horaires-et-dates-fete-des-lumieres-2025 Chocolaterie Voisin : https://www.chocolats-voisin.fr/Hébergements : Quartier Perrache : Hôtel de Verdun 1882 https://www.hoteldeverdun1882.com/ La cour des Loges : https://courdesloges.com/fr/Restaurant : Le café terroir : https://www.cafeterroir.fr/La soupe à l'oignonPlat emblématique des bistrots parisiens ou des fins de soirées festives / ses origines sont bien plus modestes.Née au Moyen Âge dans les foyers paysans, la soupe à l'oignon servait à nourrir et réchauffer les populations rurales avec des ingrédients simples et économiques. On la préparait avec des oignons cuits dans l'eau et du pain rassi. Au fil des siècles, elle s'est sophistiquée : au XVIIᵉ siècle, on y ajoute bouillon et beurre, et au XVIIIᵉ siècle, les restaurants parisiens popularisent la version gratinée, devenue aujourd'hui incontournable.Ingrédients (4 personnes)· 6 gros oignons jaunes· 40 g de beurre· 1 c. à soupe de farine· 1 litre de bouillon (bœuf ou légumes)· Sel, poivre· 8 tranches de pain rassi· 100 g de gruyère râpéCouper les oignons en fines lamelles / Les faire revenir les dans le beurre et l'huile 25 min, jusqu'à ce qu'ils soient dorés / Ajouter la farine et mélanger 1 min / Verser le bouillon, saler, poivrer et laisser cuire 20 min / Griller le pain. / Servir la soupe dans des bols, poser le pain dessus, parsemer de gruyère et passer 5 min sous le gril jusqu'à ce que le fromage fonde. Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Today I'm chatting with Dr. Louise de Lannoy from Outdoor Play Canada—someone I've admired for years. I first heard Louise speak at Take Me Outside in Banff and later at the Breath of Fresh Air Summit, and every single time I hear her talk, I leave feeling both grounded and fired up.Outdoor Play Canada has been leading the research, advocacy, and national conversation around kids' right to real, active, messy, risky play—the kind of play children desperately need but are getting less and less of in schools. And this year, they released an updated Position Statement on Active Outdoor Play that gives educators across Canada a powerful tool to support more freedom, more movement, and more joy outdoors.In this episode, Louise and I dive into:Why an Updated Position Statement Was NeededWhat has changed in the last decadeThe growing barriers teachers faceWhy equity and access must be at the centre of conversations about playWhat the Research Actually SaysLouise breaks down the biggest misconceptions about risky play and shares some of the most compelling findings teachers should know—from injury data to SEL benefits to how outdoor play supports academic readiness.How to Support Risky Play in SchoolsHow to start small and build confidenceWays to talk to administrators and parents about safetyUsing the Position Statement to advocate at the school or district levelOutdoor Play, SEL, and CurriculumWe explore how risk, challenge, and movement support:emotional regulationresilienceexecutive functioningproblem-solvingand overall learningLouise also shares so many practical and teacher-friendly tips that you can start using right away—even if your school feels risk-averse or you're not sure where to begin.If you're an educator who wants to offer more outdoor play, feel more confident with risk, and ground your practice in research, this conversation will inspire you and give you concrete tools to take back to your school.Outdoor Play Canada Newsletter Here
Allie and licensed therapist RaQuel Hopkins dismantle today's feel-good therapy culture. “Protect your peace” has produced fragile adults. RaQuel calls for optimization, not coddling. Tough love builds capacity; toxic empathy breeds victims. Reject self-obsession; embrace personal responsibility. Tune in for biblical clarity on emotions, resilience, and why your pain isn't special — but God's grace is. Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://www.toxicempathy.com --- Timecodes: (00:00) Intro (03:30) Optimization (11:50) Defining "Self-Care" (14:05) Toxic Empathy (17:25) Emotionally Rescuing Someone (28:00) Defining "Capacity" (34:50) Mental Illnesses (39:30) Defining "Burn Out" (42:00) Finding Fulfillment (50:50) God Increases Your Capacity --- Today's Sponsors: Good Ranchers — Go to goodranchers.com and subscribe to any box, but preferably the Allie Beth Stuckey Box. And when you order by December 1 and use code ALLIE, you'll get an extra $100 off your first three orders. EveryLife — Go to everylife.com to learn about the first and only pro-life diaper company. And use promo code ALLIE10 to get 10% off your first order today. We Heart Nutrition — Go to weheartnutrition.com to learn how their products always use the most bioavailable, research-backed forms while also prioritizing ingredients from nature, from the world God created. Use the code ALLIE for 20% off! Crowd Health — Visit joincrowdhealth.com and get started today for $99 for your first three months, using code ALLIE. Constitution Wealth — Go to constitutionwealth.com/allie to schedule a free consultation. Whether you're concerned about investing, want to avoid companies that don't align with your principles, or simply want more control over where your money goes, this team can help. --- Episodes you might like: Ep 611 | How Woke Ideology Has Ruined Therapy | Guest: Dr. Sally Satel https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-611-how-woke-ideology-has-ruined-therapy-guest-dr/id1359249098?i=1000559621694 Ep 963 | The Dangers of Gentle Parenting, SEL & Empathy | Guest: Abigail Shrier https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-963-the-dangers-of-gentle-parenting-sel-empathy/id1359249098?i=1000648254377 Ep 1261 | Lies Your Therapist Tells You | Greg Gifford https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000734470986 --- Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://www.alliebethstuckey.com Relatable merchandise: Use promo code ALLIE10 for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if the secret to real learning has nothing to do with cognition, and everything to do with emotion?In this episode of unMASKing with Male Educators, Dr. Maurice J. Elias, Rutgers University professor, psychologist, and one of the nation's leading voices in social-emotional and character development, joins host Ashanti Branch for a powerful conversation about the emotional foundations of learning, teaching, and school culture.Drawing from 45 years at Rutgers and decades of work in schools around the world, Dr. Elias reveals why classrooms must be places of belonging, purpose, inspiration, and shared humanity. Together, he and Ashanti unpack the masks educators wear: the pressure to be the expert, the expectation to appear confident, and the hidden insecurities and self-doubt beneath the surface. They explore how emotions shape motivation, why students crave mattering, and how educators can build the kind of climate where young people feel seen, valued, and capable of greatness.This episode dives into the heart of school culture, why it breaks, how it heals, and what happens when educators lead with compassion, curiosity, and purpose.The emotional mask of the educator: confidence on the outside, insecurity on the insideWhy emotional experiences, not cognition, are the true engine of learningThe crisis of mattering: why kids act out when they can't matter in positive waysHow purpose, identity, and belonging fuel motivation and academic successWhy students must co-create classroom culture and normsThe power of names, stories, and authentic relationships in the classroomWhat happens when teachers feel called to serve, but systems push them outHow school climate either nurtures or destroys learningWhy male educators leave, and why networks of support are essential(0:00) Welcome & introduction (0:59) Dr. Elias on identity, humility & purpose (2:00) The educator's mask: confidence vs. self-doubt(4:00) Ashanti on fear of failure and legacy(6:00) Why students choose negative ways to matter(8:10) Purpose, mattering, and motivation (10:20) Why teachers tie their identity to student success (12:00) Creating school climates people want to be in (13:00) What it takes to build emotionally intelligent classrooms (14:30) Co-constructing classroom norms with students(16:20) Humanizing students: names, stories & connection (17:50) Aspirations, index cards & seeing students' inner worlds (19:00) Why students love meaningful conversations (26:00) The backstory behind greatness: work, purpose, discipline (28:00) Systems issues in education: what schools are getting wrong (29:30) SEL as preparation for democracy (31:30) The emotional labor of teaching (38:10) Why male educators leave the profession(40:00) Networks of support for male teachers(42:30) SEL4CA and a call to communityConnect with Dr. Maurice J. EliasSEL Research & Resources – Rutgers Social-Emotional and Character Development LabEmotionally Intelligent Parenting (multi-language editions)Reinvigorating Classroom Environments (new release)SEL4CA – Statewide SEL Network: SEL4CA.orgConnect with Ashanti Branch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksTwitter: https://twitter.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the podcast and the work of the Ever Forward Club: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward Club:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubTwitter: https://twitter.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#unmaskingwithmaleeducators #millionmaskmovement #takingoffthemask #totm #doace #UNWME #diaryofaconfusededucator #SEL #emotionalintelligence #schoolculture #teacherwellbeing
What happens when a kid who scribbles “play soccer at Ohio State” in kindergarten actually does it—and then decides his story shouldn't be the exception? That question sits at the center of this episode with Channing Chasten, professional athlete and founder of The One Percent Kid Foundation.From the start, Channing describes a childhood shaped by two steady forces: the soccer pitch and a mother who refused to let academics trail behind. Homework came first, the ball came second. Years later, that same mix of discipline and imagination is now driving a nonprofit built on three pillars: soccer, literacy, and mindset.Channing explains why he believes in the power of tiny, consistent gains instead of giant leaps. As he puts it, “If you break it down into a small step, you realize starting is the easy part.” That simple idea—1% better every day—guides everything from his youth programs to his fundraising strategy.We follow his journey through literacy camps where reading comes before drills, turning books into the ticket to soccer practice. He shares what he's learning about plummeting reading scores, the heartbreaking link between third-grade literacy and incarceration, and why his team expanded from early grades to high schoolers who have already fallen behind.The story widens as he walks through how he built a board full of nonprofit veterans and soccer leaders, deliberately choosing people who know both the sport and the sector. Their mentoring shapes his ambitions: building a national model starting in Arizona, creating mindset workshops in schools, and eventually launching a scholarship fund for under-resourced students who come through the program.Along the way, we glimpse the grind behind the dream: chasing grants, securing a city award from Chandler, collecting impact data, filming quality videos so donors can actually see the work, and constantly revisiting big revenue targets in six- and twelve-month windows.By the end, The One Percent Kid isn't just a catchy name—it feels like an invitation to kids, donors, and communities to believe that small, steady progress can rewrite a life story. 00:00:00 Welcome introduction to Channing Chasten 00:01:05 What is The One Percent Kid Foundation 00:03:04 Why 1 percent progress matters for big goals 00:04:41 Mission soccer literacy and mindset explained 00:06:34 How reading becomes the ticket to play 00:07:31 Expanding from early grades to high school students 00:10:07 Building a nonprofit board with real sector experience 00:13:20 Learning from mentors and planning for sustainability 00:15:22 Literacy first or soccer first what donors care about 00:16:53 Showing impact through video data and testimonials 00:19:45 Big long term vision for The One Percent Kid 00:24:26 The One Percent Kid book school visits and SEL 00:27:01 Where to find Channing and final mindset message #TheNonprofitShow #YouthSoccer #LiteracyMattersFind us Live daily on YouTube!Find us Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits! 12:30pm ET 11:30am CT 10:30am MT 9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show
In this episode of the ThriveinEDU podcast, I share the importance of reflection in personal and professional growth. Reflection is essential for understanding our experiences and improving our practices. Rachelle shares practical strategies for incorporating reflection into daily routines, engaging students and colleagues in the process, and avoiding isolation by building connections with others. The episode concludes with a reminder of the impact reflection can have on our work and the importance of continuous learning.About RachelleEducator, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, and AuthorSubscribe to my newsletter.Check out my blog and submit a guest blog.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI and the law, Cybersecurity, SEL, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! Rdene915@gmail.com
Vi lyssnar och analyserar Banana Splitz klassiker ”Dancing Weekend Rock”.ÄR det bra för din karriär att vara Musikaliskt bred eller smal?Vad är fördelarna och nackdelarna?Vi spånar på framtida musikjobb: Prompt-influencer?Är Mastrare yrket som ryker först i AI-utvecklingen?Senaste nytt från Turnélivet med Chris, och vad Isak trorkommer hända med Spotify i framtiden.Varmt välkomna!Vill du ha din låt uppspelad direktmed tillhörande analys.Maila oss låtlänk + info om projektet till: Musiksnacket@iwm.seLänk till Spellista:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/25dSufz7mpKXI0vbMclpgz?si=77c7b74518db43fd#recension #analyser #musik #analys #spotify #Podcast #podd #musiksnacket #Artist #Musiker #scen #studio #AI
For so many students today, the biggest barrier to learning isn't ability. It's anxiety, burnout, and feeling unseen.In this episode, host Tracey Spencer Walsh sits down with Dr. Lauren Bleggi, Head of School at SAGE Alliance New York City, to explore how therapeutic education can redefine what success looks like for students struggling with mental health challenges.Dr. Bleggi shares her personal journey from classroom teacher to school counselor to head of a groundbreaking therapeutic school opening in Manhattan, where academics and emotional well-being are treated as inseparable. Together, they discuss how SAGE Alliance helps students rebuild confidence, re-engage with learning, and prepare for life after high school, with compassion, structure, and purpose.Here's what you'll take away from this episode:
¡Bienvenidos al único programa que ha traído hasta cabras, pero nunca perros gangsters! ¡Esto es un episodio con calle de Bájale 2! Hace unos días, Melissa, la compañera del Come en SEL, se robó un perro y unas joyas bien caras. Pero el perro, un chihuahua de nombre Careta, resultó ser un perro con calle. Puedes ponerle un arma en la cara a Careta y te mira serio y sin temblar, como si te dijera: “¡Si eres macho de verdad, dispara, so canto ‘e cabrón!” Mira si Careta es calle, que lo abandonaron en un McDonalds, el cabrón comió y nadie se atrevió a robárselo. No se ofendan por lo que aquí hablamos, pero si te ofendes…¡Bájale 2! Este episodio es traído a ustedes por Innovalife; Cubiertos, Vasos Platos. Compostables, Biodegradables, Resistentes a temperaturas, Eco amigables, No tóxicos. Disponibles en Walmart, SuperMax, Amigo, Mr. Special, Pueblo, algunos Econo, algunos Selectos. Grabado desde GW-Cinco Studio como parte de GW5 Network #tunuevatelevisión. Puedes ver toda la programación en www.gwcinco.com. síguenos en instagram @gw_cinco Patreon: patreon.com/bienabiertas patreon.com/gw5network patreon.com/hablandopop
Le sujet :En France, 4 millions de travailleurs indépendants cotisent toute leur carrière pour ne percevoir qu'environ 20 % de leurs revenus une fois à la retraite. Découvrez comment les TNS peuvent optimiser leur protection sociale et réduire leur fiscalité.L'invité du jour :Jérôme Vialla est le cofondateur de Patrimovie, une société de conseil en gestion de patrimoine spécialisée pour les professions libérales. Au micro de Matthieu Stefani, Jérôme nous dit tout sur la protection sociale et l'épargne retraite des travailleurs non salariés.Au programme :Travailleurs non salariés : qui est concerné ?Comment choisir sa mutuelle ?Prévoyance : est-ce indispensable ?Retraite et PER : comment s'organiser ?Quels sont les avantages fiscaux à connaître ?Avantages :Bonne nouvelle ! Nous avons négocié un audit offert et 0% de frais d'entrée en indiquant le code MARTINGALE sur le lien : https://www.patrimovie.com/contact.Ils citent les références suivantes :Le PEROPC, anciennement OPCVM, Organisme de placement collectif (en valeurs mobilières)Ratio de Sharpe (ratio de rentabilité du risque)SELARL, ou SEL, société d'exercice libérale à responsabilité limitéeOn vous souhaite une très bonne écoute ! C'est par ici si vous préférez Apple Podcasts, ou ici si vous préférez Spotify.Et pour recevoir toutes les actus et des recommandations exclusives, abonnez-vous à la newsletter, c'est par ici.La Martingale est un podcast du label Orso Media.Merci à notre partenaire Enky de soutenir le podcast.Bénéficiez de 100€ à 300€ crédités selon le montant investi en cliquant sur ce lien.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
What if it works out? In this gentle, hope-filled episode, Sel guides you through a calming reflection and meditation to release worry and open up to life's better possibilities. Breathe, pause, and consider: maybe everything is unfolding… just as it should.#WhatIfItWorksOut #FindYourDailyCalm #MindfulnessPodcast #GuidedMeditation #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCareDaily #PositiveVibesOnly #LetGoOfFear #CalmInChaos #TrustTheTiming #MindfulLiving #PodcastForHealing #DailyReflection #BreatheAndBelieve Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/find-your-daily-calm/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
來賓:敦煌教育集團 語言教育服務暨行銷部經理 Vienna 本集重點: -敦煌書局會著重在英語學習的原因是什麼? -孩子對英語學習有興趣,全家如何一起來支持 -如何進行體驗式的學習呢? -怎麼引導孩子勇敢開口講英語呢? -如何學習英語不孤單? --- 從親子共讀、才藝展演,到沉浸式互動劇場, 敦煌陪伴家庭用更有趣的方式讓英語成為生活的一部分!
In this episode of Through a Therapist's Eyes, we explore whether technology has become humanity's biggest emotional challenge as we welcome special guest Lisa Danahy from Create Calm. Together, we look at how growing up digital is reshaping patience, empathy, and connection in ways no generation has ever experienced. We break down the tension between our slow, human emotional systems and the fast, stimulating world of screens, and examine how COVID revealed just how fragile our real-world connection skills have become. Lisa shares her SEL expertise to show how families and schools can better support kids in this new landscape, while we discuss rising emotional fatigue, digital overstimulation, and what genuine connection looks like in an algorithm-driven world. We close with practical tips for slowing down, setting healthier boundaries with technology, and rebuilding the emotional habits that help us feel grounded and truly connected. Tune in to see if Technology is Humanity's Greatest Emotional Challenge Through a Therapist's Eyes.
Send us a textChristina Cipriano led a research team that studied over 250 social emotional learning programs worldwide again demonstrating that SEL is effective and essential to promote positive outcomes for all students. In this conversation we discuss why SEL is so important and how your school should approach developing daily, quality SEL interventions for students and why every teacher must intentionally work to promote SEL with all students.
Wow! Hur gick det till när Apple ringde Finneas O'Connell som fick göra den nya start-up musiken till Apple? Hur många nollor var det på fakturan?Var Media Arts Lab också med på ett hörn i detta?Vi lyssnar och bedömmer.Isak har börjat jobba som Musiklärare i grundskola. Vad är hans erfarenheter, och kan Musik också vara en mötesplats för alla? Så som World of Volvo har blivit i Göteborg?Vi pratar också om varför det är så genomtänkt dåligt ljud i Drive-Through. Det FINNS alltså en tanke med detta.Sa vi att Chris synar Ritz Crackers också?Varmt välkomna!Vill du ha din låt uppspelad direktmed tillhörande analys.Maila oss låtlänk + info om projektet till: Musiksnacket@iwm.seLänk till Spellista:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/25dSufz7mpKXI0vbMclpgz?si=77c7b74518db43fd#recension #analyser #musik #analys #spotify #Podcast #podd #musiksnacket #Artist #Musiker #scen #studio #AI
Nikola Stojaković i Dušan Vranić gosti su Vladimira Stankovića u 196. epizodi podkasta Biznis priče.Nikola Stojaković je šef kuhinje restorana Fleur de Sel, restorana sa Mišelinovom zvezdicom. Nakon 13 godina u najprestižnijim pariskim kuhinjama - od Four Seasons George V i Park Hyatt Paris Vendôme, do kultnog Lasserre - vraća svoje vrhunsko znanje u Srbiju. Njegov rad spaja francusku tehniku, domaće sastojke i preciznost koja definiše vrhunska gastronomska dostignuća.Dušan Vranić je generalni menadžer istog restoranskog kompleksa, sa 16 godina iskustva u Njujorku kao head sommelier i beverage direktor u restoranima poput Standard Highline, Riverpark, The Clocktower i Milos. Sertifikovani je somelijer Court of Master Sommelier škole i međunarodni vinski sudija. U Srbiji radi na podizanju standarda gastronomije, usluge i vinske kulture na svetski nivo.U epizodi govore o tome kako izgleda rad u restoranu sa Mišelinovom zvezdicom, šta znači vrhunski standard u gastronomiji i kako se znanje iz Pariza i Njujorka prenosi u domaći ugostiteljski svet.Epizodu podržala: VODAVODAVODAVODA dolazi sa više hiljada godina starog izvora Banje Vrujci. Po svom sastavu, spada u red najkvalitetnijih arteških voda sveta. Slaveći moć prirode koja ju je stvorila, dolazi iz stenama zaštićenog arteškog izvora sa 605 metara dubine, bez ikakve prerade i uticaja na njena prirodna svojstva. Kada potrošač otvori flašu VODAVODE, svojim usnama prvi put ima kontakt sa vodom koju je priroda stvorila pre više hiljada godina, što je retkost u svetu. Iz srca Srbije, VODAVODA nastavlja da osvaja svet i prisutna je na 23 strana tržišta.https://vodavoda.com/Za stajling Vladimira Stankovića pobrinuo se TIFFANY MAN.Tiffany Production kompanija je već četiri decenije deo naše modne scene. Nakon svih ovih godina, TIFFANY je postao sinonim za kvalitet i stil. Pažljivo birani materijali i vrhunska izradamogu učiniti da u svakoj prilici izgledate moderno i dobro stilizovano uz kolekciju - TIFFANY MAN.https://www.tiffanyproduction.com/
Whether you're wrapping up the year in Australia (hi, me too!) or heading into Thanksgiving mode, this one's for the teachers out there who want to keep the vibe high, the connection strong, and the behaviour smooth as the term winds down.In this episode, I'm giving you a front seat to the actual gratitude-based activities I use with my own students when things start taking an energetic nosedive! We're talking:
Educator and author Erin Waters joins Shannon and Mary to discuss supporting the whole child through Social-Emotional Learning (SEL). Erin shares her teaching journey and highlights the crucial connection between SEL & literacy development—because our students aren't just learning to read; they're learning who they are. They explore what SEL looks like in real classrooms: morning meetings that build community, read-alouds that spark emotional awareness, and simple coping strategies that help students manage anxiety and stress. The discussion also acknowledges the lasting impact of the digital age and the COVID-19 pandemic on students' social-emotional well-being, as more children than ever are navigating big feelings.Erin introduces her book Wally Is Worried as a relatable resource for helping children understand and express their emotions. Listeners will walk away with practical tools, recommended texts, and encouragement to make SEL an intentional part of everyday literacy instruction.01:40 Special Guest: Erin Waters on SEL03:06 Defining SEL and Its Importance06:03 Real-World SEL Classroom Experiences11:41 Impact of Digital Age on SEL16:18 Post-COVID SEL Challenges21:43 Coping Mechanisms and Solutions39:16 Final Thoughts and ResourcesRECOMMENDED RESOURCES RELEVANT TO THE EPISODE:Wally is Worried by Erin Waters *Amazon affiliate linkOur engagement episodeOur technology episodeBook list with SEL topics, curated by Love Grows LearningBig Little Feelings blogNEA (National Education Association): SEL ResourcesReading Rockets: Classroom Strategies that Support SELReading with Relevance: a CASEL-certified SEL supplemental programCASEL.orgCentervention: 95 Social Emotional Learning ActivitiesIntegrating SEL Into Your Reading Block Children's Institute: SEL Resources and ToolsErin Waters' websiteConnect with Erin via IGSupport the show Get Literacy Support through our Patreon Bonus Episodes access through your podcast app Bonus episodes access through Patreon Buy us a coffee Get a FREE Green Chef box using our link
Yeryüzündeki hava sıcaklığının artması ve bunun yarattığı iklim değişikliği yeryüzü için büyük bir tehlike. Sel felaketleri, kasırgalar, orman yangınları, kuraklıklar hayatımızın parçası haline geldi. Ancak pek çok ülke taahhütleri yerine getirmiyor. Bugünlerde 53 devlet ve hükümet başkanı Brezilya'da bir araya geldi. Birleşmiş Milletler Dünya İklim Konferansı'ndan (COP30) ne bekleniyor? İklim değişikliğinin yol açtığı felaketlerin önüne nasıl geçebiliriz? Yeşil Çember Direktörü Gülcan Nitsch, iklim politikalarının neden hala yetersiz kaldığını ve birey olarak bizim neler yapabileceğimizi anlattı. Mikrofonda Gökçe Göksu ve Serap Doğan var. Von Gökçe Göksu und Serap Doğan.
Isak skall strax vara med i På spåret och vi pratar om hur fantastiskt inoljad den produktionen är. Chris kör en Double down…, vad är det?Moraliskt dilemma: Får man dra ur sladden ur en rökmaskin som åskådare om den förstör konsertupplevelsen? In och rösta!Segmentet: Välj din story är tillbaka, och vi pratar om Rör i Baspreamps som går sönder, handgemäng med fyllo, samt ”den sparade skruven” som äntligen får sin plats i livet.Förresten, är det på DIN arbetsplats vi kommer och Poddar härnäst? Maila oss!Varmt välkomna!Vill du ha din låt uppspelad direktmed tillhörande analys.Maila oss låtlänk + info om projektet till: Musiksnacket@iwm.seLänk till Spellista:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/25dSufz7mpKXI0vbMclpgz?si=77c7b74518db43fd#recension #analyser #musik #analys #spotify #Podcast #podd #musiksnacket #Artist #Musiker #scen #studio #AI
In this gentle reflection from Find Your Daily Calm, Sel explores Wabi-Sabi — the Japanese way of seeing beauty in imperfection and grace in what's ordinary. It's a meditation on chipped cups, wrinkled hands, faded sunlight, and the quiet peace of letting life be just as it is.Each episode is recorded with real voice and mindful presence — no AI narration, no filters, just human breath and sincerity. Because calm should sound human.This episode is brought to you by Elyte Drops, a soft reminder that replenishment, like grace, begins within. Restore. Rehydrate. Return to flow.#FindYourDailyCalm #WabiSabi #Mindfulness #ImperfectGrace #Elyte #Stillness #SelfCompassion #DailyCalmSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/find-your-daily-calm/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Join us for a transformative conversation with Helene Alalouf, an instructional coach with 32 years of classroom experience and professor at Touro University, as she introduces the Learner Variability Navigator (LVN)—a powerful, free open-source tool from Digital Promise that's changing how teachers approach differentiated instruction. Helene shares her pivotal moment when a principal challenged her "teaching to the middle" approach, revealing a truth every educator needs to hear: there is no average learner. This realization launched her journey toward data-informed instruction that serves all students without requiring 30 individual lesson plans or relying on debunked learning styles theories. Discover how the LVN provides over 100 research-backed strategies, each complete with descriptive overviews, classroom videos, implementation tips, EdTech examples, and related strategies. Learn how to create personal workspaces for instructional planning and explore examples from other educators focusing on SEL support, unit planning, and more. Helene reveals how implementing just two of Marzano's nine instructional strategies with fidelity, summarizing and note-taking with graphic organizers, and cooperative learning with discussion protocols and project-based learning, helped her students excel on standards-based tests while developing confidence and transferable skills. Explore the four comprehensive domains the LVN addresses: student background (including adverse experiences, language, socioeconomic status, and more), social-emotional learning (emotion, mindset, motivation, CASEL-5 competencies, stereotype threat), cognition (attention, memory, metacognition, cognitive flexibility), and content-specific factors for literacy or mathematics. Get Helene's practical six-step process for implementing the LVN: registering for your free account, creating workspaces, selecting learner models, identifying factors affecting your class profile, choosing appropriate strategies, and accessing resources during planning. She emphasizes starting small—selecting just a few factors and strategies to implement reflectively rather than attempting everything at once. Perfect for classroom teachers, instructional coaches, curriculum coordinators, and administrators seeking evidence-based approaches to differentiated instruction. This episode will transform how you think about lesson design and student variability. Ready to move beyond the bell curve and meet every student where they are? This episode provides the framework and tools you need. Learner Variability Navigator: https://lvp.digitalpromiseglobal.org/ #LearnerVariabilityNavigator #WholeChildEducation #EvidenceBasedTeaching #EdTechTools #NewTeacherTips #NewTeachers #NewTeacherTalk #TeacherPodcast
Andrea Samadi reflects on seven years hosting the Neuroscience Meets SEL podcast and celebrates reaching 500,000 downloads. She shares seven strategies—clarifying mission and vision, defining the audience, setting measurable goals, creating systems, staying mission-driven, building partnerships, and building momentum—and eight personal lessons learned, including the power of practice, research, adaptation, and praxis. This episode offers practical, science-backed guidance for anyone looking to apply neuroscience to improve productivity, well-being, and long-term results. On today's episode #377, we cover a break from our interviews, with a celebration episode! ✔ 7 Strategies that took our podcast from 0-500,000 downloads (including clarifying our mission, vision, defining our audience, setting measurable goals, creating systems, staying mission-driven, and building partnerships). ✔ 8 Personal Lessons learned over the past 7 years (including the power of spaced repetition, research, adaptation and praxis). Welcome back to SEASON 14 of The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we connect the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning and emotional intelligence training for improved well-being, achievement, productivity and results—using what I saw as the missing link (since we weren't taught this when we were growing up in school), the application of practical neuroscience. I'm Andrea Samadi, and seven years ago, launched this podcast with a question I had never truly asked myself before: (and that is) If productivity and results matter to us—and they do now more than ever—how exactly are we using our brain to make them happen? Most of us were never taught how to apply neuroscience to improve productivity, results, or well-being. About a decade ago, I became fascinated by the mind-brain-results connection—and how science can be applied to our everyday lives. That's why I've made it my mission to bring you the world's top experts—so together, we can explore the intersection of science and social-emotional learning. We'll break down complex ideas and turn them into practical strategies we can use every day for predictable, science-backed results. For today's EP #377 we will take a break from our interview reviews, and look back over the past 7 years, and 14 Seasons, as we hit an important milestone in the podcasting world, our 500,000th download. I remember when we hit the 300,000th marker, back in March 2023[i] we reflected back on the lessons learned in our first 4 years of hosting this podcast. I remember looking at the next milestone of half a million, thinking it was such a distance from where we currently were. It just took 3 years to get here, and now we have our eye on the next 500,000 downloads, which from here, looks like a lifetime away. As we reflect back over the past 7 years, many of our strategies remain the same as when we first began. Some strategies we did have to change. We reviewed some of these concepts on EP 279[ii] back in March 2023. As we review what got us here, I think that these strategies can be applied to anything we are doing, with a long-term vision. 7 STRATEGIES WE USED TO HIT THE 500K DOWNLOAD MILESTONE 1. Know Your Mission (What You're Doing) The mission of the Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning podcast is to bridge the gap between neuroscience research and practical applications in education, business, and personal development. The podcast shares insights, strategies, and best practices to enhance learning, performance, and well-being by integrating neuroscience (which we like to make simple) and connecting it to social and emotional skills (SEL). Our goal is to provide valuable information listeners can apply in their work and personal lives to achieve peak performance and overall self-improvement, with a deeper understanding of how our brain works — something many of us were never taught in school. When the mission is clear, anything outside of this mission — applying neuroscience made simple to our daily lives — wasn't a match. This clarity helps maintain focus and ensures that all efforts align with creating tangible, positive outcomes. It's what keeps us consistent, translating complex scientific insights into actionable practices that lead to meaningful improvements in how we think, learn, and interact. From the very beginning, each guest spoke on a topic aligned with current neuroscience research. Each season was shaped by a framework connecting the six social and emotional learning competencies with foundational brain concepts — what I called Neuroscience 101, based on what I learned while studying with neuroscience researcher Mark Waldman.[iii] That's how our seasons were created. Make This Actionable: Do you have a clearly defined Mission of WHAT you do? 2. Know Your Vision with a Clear Why Your vision is why you do what you do. Once you know what you want to do, ask yourself — do you know why? This is probably the number one question I get asked when people hear that I host a podcast. They'll say, “Why? What made you decide to do this? Why did you launch a podcast?” It's a long story (I'll keep it short). When I purchased a website in January 2019, it came with a podcasting theme. The developer told me I could delete it, but I was already interviewing people for my work in schools — I just wasn't releasing that content publicly. A few months later, I wanted to present these ideas at a conference, but I was told I'd have to pay to present. That felt wrong — why pay to share the work I'd spent years developing? So, I decided instead to launch the podcast in June 2019. From the beginning, the podcast was meant to be a give-back — a way for anyone to learn these ideas without paying for access. To this day, it remains ad-free for that reason. My friend and long-time supporter, Greg Wolcott (Assistant Superintendent from Chicago, Illinois, Episode 7[iv]), reminded me how far the show has reached — now in over 190 countries — compared to the 50–100 people who might have attended that conference I wanted to present at. I truly believe that what's meant to happen will happen. As my dad would say in his Scottish accent: “What's for you, won't go by you.” So, with your vision, ask yourself: Do you know why you are doing what you do? I often go back to Part 6[v] of our Think and Grow Rich book study, where I dedicated an episode to my mentor, Bob Proctor. He always reminded us that our mission — whatever we want to achieve — becomes possible only once we first of all believe it's possible. He'd say: “What story do you want to tell? What scenes do you want to shoot? How do you want the movie to end? Be the director of your life.” Once you can clearly see something on the screen of your mind, (Your Mission) the next step is to bring that vision into reality. (Your Vision). That's exactly how this podcast began — with a clear mission and vision that led to action. Make This Actionable: Do you have a clearly written VISION of why you do what you do? 3. Clarify Your “What” and “Who” After defining your why and what you envision, identify: What exactly you're creating (e.g., “a neuroscience and education podcast”). Who it's for — your specific audience or community. I wanted our audience to reach outside of schools, into sports and the modern workplace. I remember a few people telling me to stick to one audience, and I just couldn't do it. I had a broader vision. Ask yourself: Who will benefit most from my message? What do they struggle with, and how can my work help?
Buckle up, patriots—it's a brutal postmortem on the 2025 off-year bloodbath that has conservatives reeling and the deep state smirking. From Zohran Mamdani's shocking socialist surge to NYC's mayoral throne—quoting Marxist icons who crushed freedoms abroad—to Abigail Spanberger's iron grip on Virginia's governorship and Jay Jones' vengeful ascent as AG, Democrats didn't just win; they weaponized the vote. Joe Oltmann blasts the undeniable: "We haven't won a single election since November 2024—the legacy set is rigged." Mark Cook warns we're "one or two elections from Venezuela," zero doubt. This isn't random; it's a calculated assault on the Republic, from NJ's blue wave to Virginia's radical rematch. Tune in as we dissect the fraud fingerprints and rally the roar against a system screaming for reform.Enter the unyielding warriors on the front lines: Lori Gimelshteyn, founder of Colorado Parent Advocacy Network (CPAN), storms the airwaves to expose leftism's siege on our kids. This patriot mom turned national firebrand mobilized 35,000 signatures to gut HB25-1312's speech-crushing tyranny, co-leads landmark lawsuits shredding school districts for secret gender transitions, firing "proud American" deans, and stripping dads of medical rights over mutilating teens. From her triumphant National School Choice bash—to the gut-wrenching Rocky Mountain Summit unveiling gender-affirming horrors via whistleblowers like Jamie Reed, Lori's battle cry echoes: parents, not the state, rule the roost. Hear her unfiltered fury on SEL indoctrination traps, custody kidnappings, and the medical mafia's grip—plus blueprints for every family to fight back. If Colorado's a battleground, Lori's the general we need nationwide.But the chill wind from NYC's Mamdani victory isn't just blue—it's a Sharia shadow creeping into Times Square, where crowds chant for Islam in every home and liberals cheer, blind to burqas and ballot-or-bullet threats from Muslim Brotherhood blueprints. Curtis Sliwa's dire warning rings true: Van Jones laments the "missed outreach," but we see the endgame—socialist jihadis remaking the Big Apple in Nehru's nightmare mold. As fallout erupts, we pivot to raw reaction: Fax-Blast Congress with our Tina Peters thunderbolt, demanding her pardon from Biden's dungeon for daring to decode Dominion's dark code. Free this Gold Star mom, ban the machines, mandate paper ballots and voter ID—or 2026 seals our fate in server-farm slavery. Join the uprising: listen, act, and arm yourself before the machines steal.
Two engineers walked away from the safe path and built an icon. That's the spark behind AMG's journey from late-night tuning to a seat at Mercedes' top table, and author Matt DeLorenzo brings the full story to life with factory access, rare photos, and details that rarely leave the archives. We dive into the early moonlighting years, the audacious 300 SEL 6.8 “Red Pig” that shocked Spa in 1971, and how race wins turned a side hustle into the performance heartbeat of Mercedes-Benz.Matt helps us connect the dots from privateer sedans to the Hammer era, where a V8-stuffed E-Class redefined fast luxury for the U.S. market. We talk about German touring car glory, the first co-developed C 36, and the strategic moves that led Mercedes to buy AMG outright. Inside Affalterbach, the one-man-one-engine philosophy still stands, with each builder signing their work. That culture of accountability and craft underpins halo cars from the SLS Gullwing to the AMG GT, proving AMG can design from a clean sheet, not only tune.There's a fascinating twist next door: HWA, Hans Werner Aufrecht's outfit, building GT race cars a stone's throw from AMG's campus. It keeps competition central to the brand's identity, reminding us that stopwatch data still shapes the street. We round out the show with a practical review of the 2025 Kia Telluride—trims, towing, real-world fuel economy—and a nod to Marco Andretti's retirement, a closing chapter in a storied racing surname.If you love motorsport history, engineering craft, and the stories behind badges that actually mean something, this one's for you. Hit follow, share it with a fellow car nut, and leave a quick review to tell us your favorite AMG moment.Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12nCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at info@inwheeltime.com
Välkommen till framtiden där vi lyssnar på exakt HUR bra AI-musiken är just nu. KAN det vara så att den till och med kan slå ut gamla varianter av låtar?I motsats till detta så lyssnar vi också på demos på väldigt kända GAMLA låtar med Michael Jackson, Metallica, Maroon 5, Sting och många fler. ÄR en Producent nödvändigeller räcker det med en demo? Du får avgöra.Lite om att skada sig fysiskt som musiker och vilka möjligheter du har att lösa giget ändå.Förresten, är det på DIN arbetsplats vi kommer och Poddar härnäst? Maila oss!Varmt välkomna!Vill du ha din låt uppspelad direktmed tillhörande analys.Maila oss låtlänk + info om projektet till: Musiksnacket@iwm.seLänk till Spellista:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/25dSufz7mpKXI0vbMclpgz?si=77c7b74518db43fd#recension #analyser #musik #analys #spotify #Podcast #podd #musiksnacket #Artist #Musiker #scen #studio #AI
In this special episode, we're pleased to announce the launch of SOLER Essentials, a groundbreaking social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum designed for elementary students with autism and other social learning challenges. Featuring insights from the curriculum's creators, we explore how SOLER Essentials' evidence-based, practical approach transforms SEL instruction by breaking down complex skills, providing extensive visual supports, and equipping educators with everything they need to make important social-emotional instruction accessible for all students.To receive special announcements of new episodes and more, subscribe to our newsletter: https://starautismsupport.com/newsletter-sign-0.
Send us a textA dream, a diagnosis, and a blueprint for calmer families—this conversation with Constance Lewis traces how a sudden medical crisis turned into a playful, powerful tool for emotional regulation. When her son Miles began having grand mal seizures at four, Constance and her husband Andre (a pediatric dentist) entered a maze of tests, medications, and second opinions. After a brain lesion finally came to light and surgery followed, they channeled the experience into a children's book that helps kids name, normalize, and navigate their feelings using colors and capes.We walk through the heart of the method: letting children choose colors for emotions, using capes or simple tokens to “wear” a feeling safely, and modeling regulation in real time. Constance shares how the framework helped when Miles lost language under stress, how it supported his siblings (including a tutu-loving sister who's inspiring the next book), and how teachers can adapt it for the classroom with discreet color check-ins. Along the way, we dig into the tightrope every caregiver knows—sorting intuition from anxiety—so you can advocate clearly with clinicians while keeping your nervous system steady.If you're a parent, teacher, therapist, or healthcare professional seeking simple SEL tools, trauma‑informed practices, and kid‑friendly coping strategies, you'll find pragmatic steps, hopeful stories, and a reminder that feelings are signals, not verdicts. Explore resources and blog guides at colorfulcapesoffeelings.com, find the book on Amazon (paperback) and at Walmart, Barnes & Noble, and Books‑A‑Million (hardcover), and follow along on Instagram at colorful_underscore_feelings.books. If this conversation helps, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review to help more families find it.Support the showSJ CHILDS - SOCIALS & WEBSITE MASTER LIST WEBSITES - Stream-Able Live — https://www.streamable.live-COMING SOON - The SJ Childs Global Network — https://www.sjchilds.org - The SJ Childs Show Podcast Page — https://www.sjchildsshow.com YOUTUBE - The SJ Childs Show — https://www.youtube.com/@sjchildsshow - Louie Lou (Cats Channel) — https://www.youtube.com/@2catslouielou FACEBOOK - Personal Profile — https://www.facebook.com/sara.gullihur.bradford - Business Page — https://www.facebook.com/sjchildsllc - The SJ Childs Global Network — https://www.facebook.com/sjchildsglobalnetwork - The SJ Childs Show — https://www.facebook.com/SJChildsShow INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/sjchildsllc/ TIKTOK - https://www.tiktok.com/@sjchildsllc LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjchilds/ PODCAST PLATFORMS - Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/4qgD3ZMOB2unfPxqacu3cC - Apple Podcasts — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sj-childs-show/id1548143291 CONTACT EMAIL - sjchildsllc@gmail.com
“Ben Okurum“ yine kaybettiğimiz değerlerden birini anıyor. Türk Tiyatrosu ve Edebiyatı'nın en kendine has kalemlerinden birini, oyunculuğu, yönetmenliğiyle de ayrı bir yerde duran özel bir ismi, Ferhan Şensoy'u odağına alan bölümde Deniz Yüce Başarır, Selçuk Metin yönetmenliğinde çekilen Ferhangi Bir Yaşam belgeselinin de metin yazarı gazeteci Zeynep Miraç Taner'le yazarın özgeçmişsel roman olarak andığı kitapların ilki olan Kalemimin Sapını Gülle Donattım'dan yola çıkarak sanatçıyı çeşitli yönleriyle konuşuyorlar. Elbette, Şensoy'un bazen esprili bazen duygu yüklü olan o eşsiz cümleleri de yine Başarır'ın sesinden ulaşıyor dinleyenlere.
Allie interviews Dr. Greg Gifford, exposing secular psychology's lies about depression and ADHD. Discover the biblical mind-brain distinction and how to rely on Scripture when anxiety creeps in. Reject self-worship and embrace Christ's sufficiency for true healing. Join us to dismantle mental health myths and live transformed by God's unchanging Word. Watch the full replay of the 2025 Share the Arrows conference exclusively on BlazeTV today. You can get a discount on your BlazeTV subscription now by going to BlazeTV.com/Allie. Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://www.toxicempathy.com/ --- Timecodes: (00:00) Introduction (05:20) Brain vs. Mind (14:00) The Inner Person (20:00) Diagnosing Mental Illness (27:15) The Lie of Self-Fulfillment (34:20) ADHD Symptoms (44:15) Depression and Anxiety Symptoms (55:20) Lies Our Therapists Told Us (01:01:35) Biblical Counseling --- Today's Sponsors: Good Ranchers — Go to https://GoodRanchers.com and subscribe to any of their boxes (but preferably the Allie Beth Stuckey Box) to get free Waygu burgers, hot dogs, bacon, or chicken wings in every box for life. Plus, you'll get $40 off when you use code ALLIE at checkout. We Heart Nutrition — Get 20% off women's vitamins with We Heart Nutrition, and get your first bottle of their new supplement, Wholesome Balance; use code ALLIE at https://www.WeHeartNutrition.com. Cozy Earth - Go to CozyEarth.com/RELATABLE and use code “RELATABLE” for up to 40%! Pre-Born — Will you help rescue babies' lives? Donate by calling #250 & say keyword 'BABY' or go to Preborn.com/ALLIE. Concerned Women for America — For a donation of $20 or more, you will get a copy of their new book, written by the CEO and President, Penny Nance, "A Woman's Guide: Seven Rules for Success in Business and Life." Go to ConcernedWomen.org/Allie for your copy today. --- Episodes you might like: Ep 611 | How Woke Ideology Has Ruined Therapy | Guest: Dr. Sally Satel https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-611-how-woke-ideology-has-ruined-therapy-guest-dr/id1359249098?i=1000559621694 Ep 963 | The Dangers of Gentle Parenting, SEL & Empathy | Guest: Abigail Shrier https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-963-the-dangers-of-gentle-parenting-sel-empathy/id1359249098?i=1000648254377 Ep 983 | What Doctors Aren't Telling You About Antidepressants | Guest: Brooke Siem https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-983-what-doctors-arent-telling-you-about-antidepressants/id1359249098?i=1000652056518 Ep 1031 | Psychiatry Is Killing People | Guest: Dr. Roger McFillin https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1031-psychiatry-is-killing-people-guest-dr-roger/id1359249098?i=1000661830317 Ep 1193 | A Balanced Approach to ADD Medication | Guest: Dr. Daniel Amen https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1193-a-balanced-approach-to-add-medication-guest/id1359249098?i=1000709326763 --- Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've been following the Kooky Spooky Countdown, it has all been leading up to this: Elise Parisian, the host of Unspookable, sits down with Adam Gidwitz, the creator and host of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest and New York Times best-selling author, to talk about scary stories themselves. Why do we tell them? What purpose do they serve? And what has Adam learned in all his years of studying and retelling Grimms' Fairy Tales? All with a little help from our SCARE-rator, Jonathan Cormur, the host of Dorktales Storytime. It's a conversation you don't want to miss. The Kooky Spooky CountdownThree award-winning, family-favorite children's podcasts - Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest (Pinna), Unspookable (Soundsington Media), and Dorktales Storytime - have teamed up this October for the Kooky Spooky Countdown, a seasonal, screen-free listening event for families and classrooms everywhere. Participants are challenged to listen to 13 “spooky-ish” podcast episodes to earn rewards, including exclusive congratulatory videos from all three podcast hosts.The challenge celebrates October's festivities with safe thrills, playful storytelling, and engaging experiences. Families and classrooms can download the challenge materials at https://jonincharacter.com/kooky-spooky-countdown/. About the PodcastsUnspookable (Soundsington Media)Unspookable is a family-friendly podcast that explores the history, brain science, and real-world influences behind spooky stories, myths, and urban legends. Host Elise Parisian takes the scare out of spooky stories by digging into the real history behind them, the cool facts, and why people keep telling them.Dorktales StorytimeBe the hero of your own story with Dorktales Storytime, a podcast for kids and their pop culture loving grownups. Hosts Jonathan Cormur and Mr. Reginald T. Hedgehog share reimagined fairytales and fables with SEL themes, stories of hidden heroes, and wildly imaginative folklore.
This week I'm joined by Lori Woodley-Langendorff, Co-Founder of All It Takes, author of SEL Muscle Mastery (& mother to Shailene Woodley!) —to unpack how social-emotional literacy moves us from autopilot to intentional living. We explore why self-regulation is the foundation of resilience, how to teach SEL as a practice, and what smartphones and AI are doing to our capacity for connection and critical thinking. Lori shares a grounded definition of happiness as a calm inner safety that persists despite chaos.
Send us a textOh helloooo, boils and ghouls! It is I… Jonathan Cormur, the SCARE-rator! If you've been following our Kooky Spooky Countdown, it has all been leading up to this: Elise Parisian, the host of Unspookable, sits down with Adam Gidwitz, the creator and host of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest and New York Times best-selling author, to talk about scary stories themselves. Why do we tell them? What purpose do they serve? And what has Adam learned in all his years of studying and retelling Grimms' Fairy Tales?So gather close, our little creatures of the night. It's a conversation you don't want to miss!The Kooky Spooky CountdownThree award-winning, family-favorite children's podcasts - Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest (Pinna), Unspookable (Soundsington Media), and Dorktales Storytime - have teamed up this October for the Kooky Spooky Countdown, a seasonal, screen-free listening event for families and classrooms everywhere. Participants are challenged to listen to 13 “spooky-ish” podcast episodes to earn rewards, including exclusive congratulatory videos from all three podcast hosts.The challenge celebrates October's festivities with safe thrills, playful storytelling, and engaging experiences. It launched on October 2nd and runs until October 31, 2025. You can download the challenge materials at https://jonincharacter.com/kooky-spooky-countdown/ About the PodcastsGrimm, Grimmer, Grimmest (Pinna)It's Grimm fairy tales like you've never heard before! On every episode of Pinna Original Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, bestselling author Adam Gidwitz retells a classic fairy tale to a group of inquisitive kids, who anticipate plot twists, crack jokes, and share their own perspectives on these very Grimm stories.Unspookable (Soundsington Media)Unspookable is a family-friendly podcast that explores the history, brain science, and real-world influences behind spooky stories, myths, and urban legends. Host Elise Parisian takes the scare out of spooky stories by digging into the real history behind them, the cool facts, and why people keep telling them.Dorktales StorytimeBe the hero of your own story with Dorktales Storytime, a podcast for kids and their pop culture loving grownups. Hosts Jonathan Cormur and Mr. Reginald T. Hedgehog share reimagined fairytales and fables with SEL themes, stories of hidden heroes, and wildly imaginative folklore.Support the showREACH OUT! Send us a TEXT: if your young listener has a question. Pls include their first name in the text. Your name/number is hidden so it's a safe way to reach out. Send us an email: dorktalesstorytime@gmail.com DM us on IG @dorktalesstorytime Library of Resources: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/Dorktales-Library-Card One time donation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorktales Our Pod's Songs on Bandcamp: https://dorktalesstorytime.bandcamp.com/music Now, go be the hero of your own story and we'll see you next once-upon-a-time!
The assassination of Charlie Kirk and other killings by young and seemingly well-educated but radicalized young people has led many to ask: Why does this keep happening? The problems begin not in college, but in the K-12 schooling that is infested with a mind-altering system of control. It is called “social emotional learning” (SEL), and a new book by Priscilla West warns that it will take decades to undo the damage it has done to childhood education.
Fortsättningen och upplösningen på vårt snack med Korsvägen från Göteborg.Nico, Andreas och Erik pratar vidare om erfarenheter, arbetssätt, och att sjunga väldigt höga toner.I 10 snabba med Christopher får vi erfara sanningen om uppsjungningen?Stay in school eller livets hårda skola?Live eller Backtracks?Vad händer när ett band bli signat av ett Major-bolag när medlemmarna gör all Mixning, Marknadsföring och Låtskrivning själv?Finns det ändå anledning att leta efter det det stora Skivkontraktet?Och HUR tänker killarna kring Autotune?Givetvis är dom fortfarande oerhört trevliga!Förresten, är det på DIN arbetsplats vi kommer och Poddar härnäst? Maila oss!Varmt välkomna!Vill du ha din låt uppspelad direktmed tillhörande analys.Maila oss låtlänk + info om projektet till: Musiksnacket@iwm.seLänk till Spellista:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/25dSufz7mpKXI0vbMclpgz?si=77c7b74518db43fd#recension #analyser #musik #analys #spotify #Podcast #podd #musiksnacket #Artist #Musiker #scen #studio #AI
If you've been following the Kooky Spooky Countdown, it has all been leading up to this: Elise Parisian, the host of Unspookable, sits down with Adam Gidwitz, the creator and host of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest and New York Times best-selling author, to talk about scary stories themselves. Why do we tell them? What purpose do they serve? And what has Adam learned in all his years of studying and retelling Grimms' Fairy Tales? All with a little help from our SCARE-rator, Jonathan Cormur, the host of Dorktales Storytime. It's a conversation you don't want to miss. The Kooky Spooky Countdown Three award-winning, family-favorite children's podcasts - Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest (Pinna), Unspookable (Soundsington Media), and Dorktales Storytime - have teamed up this October for the Kooky Spooky Countdown, a seasonal, screen-free listening event for families and classrooms everywhere. Participants are challenged to listen to 13 “spooky-ish” podcast episodes to earn rewards, including exclusive congratulatory videos from all three podcast hosts. The challenge celebrates October's festivities with safe thrills, playful storytelling, and engaging experiences. It launches on October 2nd and runs until October 31, 2025. Families and classrooms can download the challenge materials at https://jonincharacter.com/kooky-spooky-countdown/. How It Works The countdown challenges participants to listen to 13 curated playfully spooky episodes across all three podcasts, mark their progress on a printable tracker, and celebrate their accomplishments with an official certificate, award cards, exclusive host video messages, and a special crossover finale episode featuring Unspookable's Elise Parisian interview with New York Times bestselling author Adam Gidwitz. Why It Matters The Kooky Spooky Countdown Challenge brings the best in family-friendly podcasts together for a seasonal, audio-only experience. It also highlights the educational benefits of podcasts: improving listening skills, strengthening social-emotional growth, and inspiring curiosity about cultural heritage and folklore. About the Podcasts Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest (Pinna) It's Grimm fairy tales like you've never heard before! On every episode of Pinna Original Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, bestselling author Adam Gidwitz retells a classic fairy tale to a group of inquisitive kids, who anticipate plot twists, crack jokes, and share their own perspectives on these very Grimm stories. Unspookable (Soundsington Media) Unspookable is a family-friendly podcast that explores the history, brain science, and real-world influences behind spooky stories, myths, and urban legends. Host Elise Parisian takes the scare out of spooky stories by digging into the real history behind them, the cool facts, and why people keep telling them. Dorktales Storytime Be the hero of your own story with Dorktales Storytime, a podcast for kids and their pop culture loving grownups. Hosts Jonathan Cormur and Mr. Reginald T. Hedgehog share reimagined fairytales and fables with SEL themes, stories of hidden heroes, and wildly imaginative folklore. Looking for merch from Unspookable and your favorite Soundsington Media shows? Head on over to our Dashery store for t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, stickers, hats and more. https://soundsington-media.dashery.com Advertise on Unspookable: advertising@airwavemedia.com