Podcasts about Stem

Experiential learning through travel changes students for good — and Denver science and CTE teacher Angela Cannava proves any teacher can lead it. In this episode of the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast, Angela shares how curriculum-aligned international trips with EF Explore America transformed her students: a forensics lab in Great Britain where they did real DNA fingerprinting, and a Belize Ridge-to-Reef conservation expedition with a midnight bat workshop. She tells the story of a student who barely spoke in three years coming home changed, and a Belize traveler now headed back to work at the conservation NGO he visited on the trip. In this episode, you'll learn: - Why curriculum-aligned travel makes lessons "stick" long after the trip ends - How travel transforms your relationships with students — and the culture of your whole classroom - The two things to nail before your first trip: a diverse chaperone team and clear student expectations - How to make international travel doable on a teacher's schedule by partnering with a tour company - Why the learning ripples out even to the students who stayed home Read the full show notes and resources at https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e942  Sponsor. Today's show is sponsored by EF Explore America and their STEM Tours. Lead your students on a STEM tour to places on the cutting edge of innovation to show them how STEM thinking often shows up where you least expect it. Imagine your students coding robots with MassRobotics at MIT, exploring marine ecosystems in Florida's coral reefs, or even sitting down to talk with a former spy in Washington DC. If you want to inspire your students and give them a fresh perspective on the power of STEM, visit efexploreamerica.com/STEM. If this show helps you, please rate or review it wherever you're listening, and share it with a teacher friend.

A Wall Street Journal op-ed about the University of California's SAT ban sparked a national conversation about college admissions, academic standards and whether students are arriving on campus ready for rigorous STEM coursework.In this episode, Matt speaks with Svetlana Jitomirskaya, professor of mathematics at UC Berkeley and one of the faculty members behind an open letter calling on the University of California system to reinstate standardized testing. More than 1,500 faculty members have signed on, warning that test-blind admissions have masked severe preparation gaps among incoming students.But this conversation is not really about one test. It's about what happens when high school grades no longer signal readiness, when universities lose an objective baseline for admissions, and when students are placed into STEM programs without the math foundation they need to succeed.Svetlana argues that removing the SAT was supposed to expand access, but in practice may be hurting the very students it was meant to help. Without a clear measure of readiness, students from underprepared K-12 systems can arrive at elite universities only to face remedial math, repeated calculus failures, major changes or the collapse of a STEM dream they were told they were ready to pursue.For educators, employers and policymakers, the stakes are bigger than the SAT. This is a conversation about standards, equity, accountability and the future STEM talent pipeline.Resources in this Episode:Read the op ed in the Wall Street Journal: "The University of California Needs the SAT Back"Read the official open letter to the UC Board of RegentsSee more on the episode page: https://techedpodcast.com/svetlana/We want to hear from you! Send us a text.Instagram - Facebook - YouTube - TikTok - Twitter - LinkedIn

In this episode of the Time for Teachership Podcast, Lindsay Lyons talks with Christina Hidek, founder of PTO Answers and author of The Principal's Parent Group Playbook, about how schools are overlooking one of their greatest assets: parent groups. Christina shares why PTOs and PTAs are often misunderstood, under-leveraged, and poorly supported—and how school leaders and teachers can transform family engagement by building true partnerships with parent organizations. If you've ever felt frustrated by family involvement, struggled to connect with your PTO, or wondered how to move beyond fundraisers and carnival themes, this episode is your roadmap to a healthier, more impactful school-family collaboration. You'll walk away with practical strategies for shared goal setting, communication, leadership mindset shifts, and ways to align parent groups with your school's strategic plan.   Key Topics Covered Why parent groups are the "third pillar" of school leadership The mindset shifts families and educators both need The difference between a PTO and a PTA (and why it matters) How to align PTO work with your school's strategic plan Why many parent groups struggle with institutional knowledge loss What principals and teachers can do to cultivate healthy partnerships How PTOs can go far beyond parties, fundraisers, and event planning Real examples of PTOs funding meaningful school initiatives like STEM programs Practical next steps for parents, teachers, and school leaders   Get Your Episode Freebie & More Resources On My Website: https://www.lindsaybethlyons.com/blog/262   Connect with guest Christina Hidek Website: https://ptoanswers.com/ 

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Michael Woodward.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Michael Woodward.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Michael Woodward.

Keith and Patrick Lee didn't start their machine shop with a giant facility, a full team, or a fleet of high-end equipment. They started with a Tormach in a one-car garage, a willingness to learn, and the belief that if they kept showing up, solving problems, and doing what they said they would do, they could build something real. In this episode of MakingChips, Keith and Patrick share the story behind their South Jersey machine shop, from discovering CNC through high school STEM projects and YouTube videos to slowly building the business on nights and weekends. Keith brings the hands-on machining background, including time in the Air National Guard and aerospace manufacturing, while Patrick brings a mechanical engineering background and experience in heavy construction operations. Together, they've had to figure out not just how to make parts, but how to build a business from scratch. Their journey is full of the kind of lessons every shop owner can relate to: learning CNC by doing, finding early work through Xometry, using LinkedIn to build real customer relationships, deciding when to invest in equipment, and building processes before hiring or automating. They also talk openly about what it's like to work with a sibling, how they handle disagreements, and why "family before the business, family after the business" has become a guiding principle. What sets Keith and Patrick apart isn't flashy equipment or decades of experience. It's their ethos: ownership, duty, discipline, honesty, and a commitment to bringing honor back to American manufacturing. They want to build a shop that treats customers like partners, pays skilled people well, and proves that doing the right thing still matters. What's Covered in this Episode (0:00) Keith's "fake it till you make it" CNC job story (0:47) Keith and Patrick Lee's origin story in manufacturing (STEM, John Saunders, and more) (3:47) Launching the business and building out the shop themselves (4:48) First real machines and early customers: Xometry to get started, then upgrading to a Haas mini mill and Prototrack lathe scored at auction (6:29) Take your shop to the next level with high-end DN Solutions Machining  (7:40) Current equipment: multiple Haas machines and why standardizing on one brand makes sense at this stage (8:23) Learning CNC: Keith's self-taught journey through YouTube, a year at a job shop, and why high-mix/low-volume is the best education (12:00) Customer acquisition and sales challenges they're tackling (13:55) What actually works on LinkedIn: personal content, authentic connections, and targeted warm outreach to local companies (17:42) Networking group: Brett Lister's local machinist community and how generously this industry shares (19:12) Your buyers have technical questions. Navu delivers reliable, accurate answers. (20:25) Building a process from scratch: why developing process is harder than improving one; the need for standards before automation or hiring (23:09) QMS and documentation: how they built their QMS, use travelers and job sheets, and adopted Infab ERP (25:42) Knowledge retention challenges: capturing speeds, feeds, and setup know-how before the next hire (28:03) Delegate and elevate: having Patrick program and set up jobs as a test run for future onboarding (30:15) Brand and values: ownership, duty, discipline; what actually sets a two-Haas shop apart in a crowded market (33:00) High say-do ratio: doing what you say you will do as the primary differentiator; treating customers like family (36:55) Check out the Hennig Workflow (an automated pallet delivery system) (41:31) General vs. niche: why being a general job shop makes sense at the start; focusing on milling in a specific size range as a core competency (43:44) QMS as foundation for certification: AS9100 vs. ISO 9001; getting into aerospace overflow work first before pursuing the cert (48:09) Closing advice: working with a sibling means family before business and family after business (49:38) Starting a shop: do it before it is too late; it takes twice as long and costs twice as much, and neither is a reason not to (50:39) Gates's Law: overestimate what you can do in one year; underestimate what you can do in five Resources Mentioned Tormach Haas Automation Xometry NYC CNC (John Saunders) — YouTube DN Solutions Navu Hennig Workflow Automation The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber Connect with Keith & Patrick Lee Liberty Manufacturing Keith Lee on LinkedIn Patrick Lee on LinkedIn Connect With MakingChips www.MakingChips.com On Facebook On LinkedIn On Instagram On Twitter On YouTube

In this episode of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Podcast, hosts Dr. Brian Waterman and Peter Chalmers interview Drs. George Athwal, Derek Cuff, and Armand Hatzidakis about humeral stem length and convertibility in shoulder arthroplasty. This episode is sponsored by Smith and Nephew. AETOS Shoulder System | CORI SHOULDER Robotics | Smith+Nephew

6月13〜14日、東京都千代田区有楽町駅近くのTokyo Innovation BaseでSTEM Racing（旧称F1 in Schools）の国内初となる全国大会が開かれた。国内の頂点を決める大会が開催されたのは […]

From Nairobi's Zero Project Tech Forum: Steven Scott and Shaun Preece meet innovators using AI robots to teach deaf students STEM, digital avatars to interpret sign language at scale, and 3D printing to put custom prosthetics within reach across Africa. Day two of Double Tap's coverage from the Zero Project Tech Forum in Nairobi centres on communication and care. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece speak with three innovators whose work shares a common thread: using off-the-shelf technology and African-built data sets to solve problems that mainstream assistive tech has repeatedly overlooked. Maxwell Kamau, Partnerships Lead at ZeroBionic, introduces a Kenyan startup building AI-powered humanoid robots as learning aids for blind, visually impaired, deaf, and hard of hearing students. Their first product is a 3D-printed prosthetic arm, made from recycled plastic, that translates documents and video into sign language, trained on African sign language data sets that automatically adapt to the student's country. Their second product is a Braille-tagged STEM robotics kit designed for blind learners. Every component, from motors to microcontrollers, carries a Braille label so students can identify and assemble the parts by touch. The kit supports coding by voice, sign language, text, or drag-and-drop, and is aimed at learners from age five upwards. ZeroBionic is now presenting its new Braille education hardware, and is seeking manufacturing and distribution partners to reach schools that cannot afford commercial robotics kits. Winnie Ongiri, Operations Manager at Signvrse, explains how her Nairobi-based company has built an AI-powered digital sign language interpreter that converts speech and text into signing via lifelike customisable avatars. Rather than a standalone app, Signvrse is designed as an API, a foundational accessibility layer that other platforms can plug into. Currently operating at a two to three second response time, the team is working toward 500 milliseconds for genuinely real-time interpretation. Motion capture data is collected directly from deaf community members, and quality assurance is built around ongoing community involvement at every stage. Winnie addresses the displacement question directly: the technology is designed for places human interpreters cannot reach, such as websites and online video, rather than to replace them. Dr Nick Were, co-founder of Prothea in Kenya, describes how his company is using iPhone LiDAR scanning, proprietary 3D modelling software, and desktop 3D printing to produce custom-fitted prosthetic sockets in under 24 hours. Traditional methods take a week or more, and public facilities can take a month. The sub-millimetre accuracy of the digital workflow produces a more comfortable fit than a plaster cast, and the hub-and-spoke model means prosthetists can travel to remote patients with just an iPhone, send the scan file back to base, and have a printed socket shipped out. Prothea has served more than 700 patients and holds close to 600 scan files that could be used to train AI modelling, a partnership the team is actively seeking. Prothea operates as an implementing partner of Ugani Prosthetics, whose workflow and software were developed through university research in Belgium and are now being deployed across Africa, Asia, South America, and Europe. The episode closes with news that the Zero Project Tech Forum will continue to Mumbai in September, Tokyo on October 9th, Singapore in November, and Santiago de Chile also in November. Relevant Links
Zero Project: https://www.zeroproject.org
ZeroBionic: https://zerobionicafrica.com
Signvrse: https://signvrse.com
Prothea / Ugani Prosthetics: https://ugani.org/en/ ----Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedinSubscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheartAbout Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited."Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Michael Woodward. Interview Overview Guest: Michael WoodwardHost: Rushion McDonaldShow: Money Making Conversations MasterclassFocus: Entrepreneurship, real estate, education, overcoming poverty, and building generational wealthCompany Featured: Woodward Property Group Michael Woodward shares his journey from growing up in low‑income neighborhoods in Miami to becoming a successful real estate investor, contractor, and property management entrepreneur based in Atlanta. The conversation blends personal history, mindset lessons, and practical business guidance, especially for listeners from underserved communities. Purpose of the Interview The purpose of the interview is to: Demystify success for everyday people by showing how discipline, education, and calculated risk can lead to financial freedom Inspire listeners to move beyond circumstances of poverty or limitation Teach practical strategies around education choices, real estate investing, side hustles, credit management, and seizing opportunity Highlight community impact, mentorship, and “reaching back” to help others Rushion McDonald consistently frames the discussion around helping the audience “stop reading other people’s success stories and start planning your own." Key Themes & Takeaways 1. Poverty Is Relative — and Often Invisible Woodward explains that many people grow up in poverty without realizing it because everyone around them shares the same conditions. He distinguishes between government definitions of poverty and lived experience. Takeaway: Awareness is the first step to change; normal does not always mean acceptable. 2. Early Business Lessons Came from the Community Woodward credits his grandmother—who ran an informal candy business in the housing projects—as his first exposure to entrepreneurship. Watching her manage inventory, customers, and cash taught him foundational business principles. Takeaway: Entrepreneurship often begins long before formal education—especially in underserved communities. 3. Education as a Strategic Tool, Not Just a Degree Initially planning to become a lawyer, Woodward changed direction after realizing law school would not provide the financial or social return he hoped for unless he reached elite status. A mentor guided him toward education as a pathway for impact. He strongly recommends the Occupational Outlook Handbook as a practical guide for choosing careers based on income, longevity, and demand. Takeaway: Choose education intentionally—based on outcomes, not prestige. 4. Service Before Profit: Two Decades in Education Woodward spent over 20 years as a teacher and assistant principal, mentoring students, organizing college tours, and running summer STEM programs—often during his breaks. Takeaway: Long‑term service builds perspective, discipline, and purpose that later pays dividends in business. 5. Turning a Side Hustle into Financial Freedom While working in education, Woodward renovated homes at night and on weekends. Over time, rental income exceeded his school salary, allowing him to retire from education and focus on real estate full‑time. Takeaway: Side hustles can become exit strategies when managed consistently and patiently. 6. Opportunity Comes from Relationships A chance relationship with a Lowe’s executive changed Woodward’s business trajectory. When asked if he could do high‑end kitchens, he said yes—then partnered with the right experts to deliver. This led to contracts in seven Lowe’s stores across metro Atlanta. Takeaway: You don’t have to know everything—just know who to call. 7. High‑End Thinking Changes Income Ceilings Woodward explains the difference between standard and high‑end construction, describing six‑figure kitchens and appliances that cost more than many homes. Takeaway: Understanding premium markets unlocks entirely different financial opportunities. 8. Two Core Business Rules: Persistence and Credit When asked what advice he gives most often, Woodward gives two principles: Never give up Protect your credit He shares how poor credit once forced him to reinvest profits just to buy tools, slowing growth. Managing credit later removed those barriers. Takeaway: Credit is leverage. Without it, growth is harder and more expensive. Notable Quotes On poverty: “A lot of people living in poverty don’t know that they’re impoverished because everybody around them looks just like them.” On education choices: “I wanted to make a difference… and education allowed me to do that.” On opportunity and courage: “You don’t have to know everything. Just get the people in your corner that do.” On advice to entrepreneurs: “Never give up. And protect your credit. Credit is everything.” On consistency: “My phone number has been the same for 23 years. I ain’t going nowhere. Overall Impact The interview positions Michael Woodward as a practical role model—someone who combines humility, preparation, faith, and execution. Rather than promoting quick wins, the conversation emphasizes long‑term discipline, community uplift, and strategic decision‑making. Core message: Sustainable success is built step‑by‑step—through education, relationships, credit discipline, and the courage to say yes before you feel ready. #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Michael Woodward. Interview Overview Guest: Michael WoodwardHost: Rushion McDonaldShow: Money Making Conversations MasterclassFocus: Entrepreneurship, real estate, education, overcoming poverty, and building generational wealthCompany Featured: Woodward Property Group Michael Woodward shares his journey from growing up in low‑income neighborhoods in Miami to becoming a successful real estate investor, contractor, and property management entrepreneur based in Atlanta. The conversation blends personal history, mindset lessons, and practical business guidance, especially for listeners from underserved communities. Purpose of the Interview The purpose of the interview is to: Demystify success for everyday people by showing how discipline, education, and calculated risk can lead to financial freedom Inspire listeners to move beyond circumstances of poverty or limitation Teach practical strategies around education choices, real estate investing, side hustles, credit management, and seizing opportunity Highlight community impact, mentorship, and “reaching back” to help others Rushion McDonald consistently frames the discussion around helping the audience “stop reading other people’s success stories and start planning your own." Key Themes & Takeaways 1. Poverty Is Relative — and Often Invisible Woodward explains that many people grow up in poverty without realizing it because everyone around them shares the same conditions. He distinguishes between government definitions of poverty and lived experience. Takeaway: Awareness is the first step to change; normal does not always mean acceptable. 2. Early Business Lessons Came from the Community Woodward credits his grandmother—who ran an informal candy business in the housing projects—as his first exposure to entrepreneurship. Watching her manage inventory, customers, and cash taught him foundational business principles. Takeaway: Entrepreneurship often begins long before formal education—especially in underserved communities. 3. Education as a Strategic Tool, Not Just a Degree Initially planning to become a lawyer, Woodward changed direction after realizing law school would not provide the financial or social return he hoped for unless he reached elite status. A mentor guided him toward education as a pathway for impact. He strongly recommends the Occupational Outlook Handbook as a practical guide for choosing careers based on income, longevity, and demand. Takeaway: Choose education intentionally—based on outcomes, not prestige. 4. Service Before Profit: Two Decades in Education Woodward spent over 20 years as a teacher and assistant principal, mentoring students, organizing college tours, and running summer STEM programs—often during his breaks. Takeaway: Long‑term service builds perspective, discipline, and purpose that later pays dividends in business. 5. Turning a Side Hustle into Financial Freedom While working in education, Woodward renovated homes at night and on weekends. Over time, rental income exceeded his school salary, allowing him to retire from education and focus on real estate full‑time. Takeaway: Side hustles can become exit strategies when managed consistently and patiently. 6. Opportunity Comes from Relationships A chance relationship with a Lowe’s executive changed Woodward’s business trajectory. When asked if he could do high‑end kitchens, he said yes—then partnered with the right experts to deliver. This led to contracts in seven Lowe’s stores across metro Atlanta. Takeaway: You don’t have to know everything—just know who to call. 7. High‑End Thinking Changes Income Ceilings Woodward explains the difference between standard and high‑end construction, describing six‑figure kitchens and appliances that cost more than many homes. Takeaway: Understanding premium markets unlocks entirely different financial opportunities. 8. Two Core Business Rules: Persistence and Credit When asked what advice he gives most often, Woodward gives two principles: Never give up Protect your credit He shares how poor credit once forced him to reinvest profits just to buy tools, slowing growth. Managing credit later removed those barriers. Takeaway: Credit is leverage. Without it, growth is harder and more expensive. Notable Quotes On poverty: “A lot of people living in poverty don’t know that they’re impoverished because everybody around them looks just like them.” On education choices: “I wanted to make a difference… and education allowed me to do that.” On opportunity and courage: “You don’t have to know everything. Just get the people in your corner that do.” On advice to entrepreneurs: “Never give up. And protect your credit. Credit is everything.” On consistency: “My phone number has been the same for 23 years. I ain’t going nowhere. Overall Impact The interview positions Michael Woodward as a practical role model—someone who combines humility, preparation, faith, and execution. Rather than promoting quick wins, the conversation emphasizes long‑term discipline, community uplift, and strategic decision‑making. Core message: Sustainable success is built step‑by‑step—through education, relationships, credit discipline, and the courage to say yes before you feel ready. #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailYesenia Avellaneda is an engineering leader whose career sits at the intersection of innovation, operations, and impact. Currently a Senior Project Engineer within Global Operations at Abbott, she has built a reputation for turning complex ideas into scalable, high-performing manufacturing systems. From leading New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts to executing international production transfers and launching entirely new facilities, Yesenia thrives where strategy meets execution. Her work has had measurable impact. She has led capital projects exceeding $5 million, driven production efficiency improvements, and implemented Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance quality and throughput. In one role, she helped boost line productivity by 200%, all while overseeing teams of 60+ personnel and ensuring compliance with rigorous FDA and regulatory standards . Her ability to align cross-functional teams—from product development to operations—has made her a key driver of successful product launches and operational excellence. Yesenia's academic foundation reflects her human-centered approach to engineering. She earned her bachelor's degree in Human Physiology from the University of Oregon and later completed a master's in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Portland. This unique combination allows her to bridge the gap between clinical needs and engineering solutions—an essential skill in the medical device industry. Beyond her technical and leadership accomplishments, Yesenia is deeply committed to giving back. As Regional Vice President for SHPE Region 6 and a longtime advocate for underrepresented communities in STEM, she actively works to create inclusive pathways for future engineers. She's also an experienced speaker, sharing insights on leadership, career growth, and navigating STEM as a first-generation professional. In this conversation, Yesenia brings a rare perspective—one that combines hands-on engineering, large-scale operational leadership, and a mission-driven approach to making a broader impact in both industry and community. LINKS: Yesenia Avellaneda LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yesenia-avellaneda/ https://shpe.org/ Aaron Moncur, host  Subscribe to the show to get notified so you don't miss new episodes every Friday.The Being An Engineer podcast is brought to you by Pipeline Design & Engineering. Pipeline partners with medical & other device engineering teams who need turnkey equipment like cycle test machines, custom test fixtures, automation equipment, assembly jigs, inspection stations and more. You can find us at www.teampipeline.usWatch the show on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TeamPipelineus 

Caroll Titus is a visionary leader revolutionizing the landscape of technology-enhanced education through her unique approach that blends storytelling with technical learning. As the CEO of her educational firm and a dedicated mother, Titus skillfully combines innovation with practicality, creating a balanced approach to modern education. She believes that integrating technology such as AI, mixed reality, and platforms like Minecraft can transform traditional learning into engaging and meaningful experiences, fostering curiosity and personalized learning paths for students. By emphasizing the importance of emotional connections and individualized attention, Titus's strategies aim to bridge gaps in STEM education, equipping children with the necessary skills for global interactions and a future where technology plays a pivotal role.(00:10:38) Emotional Connections and Goal-Setting in Coding(00:13:00) Immersive Learning with Playful Virtual Technologies(00:18:10) Unicorn Role Play: Fostering Critical Thinking(00:22:07) Goal-Oriented Learning for Educational Success(00:25:39) Enhancing Student Outcomes with Unicorn Blue(00:40:06) Innovative Technology Reshaping Educational Engagement(00:50:24) Global Interaction Skills for Young Minds

Discover the world of affordable multi-line Braille displays with Ed Rogers of Bristol Braille Technology. Learn how the Canute Scientific and Canute 360 are transforming Braille literacy, education, and STEM access for blind users. Expanded Summary Steven Scott and Shaun Preece speak with Ed Rogers, founder and managing director of Bristol Braille Technology, a UK-based social enterprise creating innovative multi-line Braille devices. Ed shares the journey from the original Canute 360, dubbed the “Kindle for Braille readers,” to the Canute Console and the new Canute Scientific, a fully customisable STEM workstation for blind students and professionals. The conversation dives into the challenges of Braille accessibility, the importance of affordable assistive technology, and how multi-line Braille can transform both work and learning. Ed also discusses the company's commitment to open-source, repairable hardware, and the broader implications for Braille literacy, employment, and self-sufficiency. Relevant Links Bristol Braille Technology: https://www.bristolbraille.org The Braillists Foundation: https://www.braillists.org ----Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedinSubscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheartAbout Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited."Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the People of Penn State podcast, we sit down with Jennifer Colvin '97 Behrend, chief innovation officer at Learning Undefeated and self-described “crazy ideas captain.”Jen reflects on her time at Penn State Behrend, where she earned her biology degree in 1997, and shares how her Penn State experience helped shape her passion for STEM education and community impact. She shares how Learning Undefeated allows her to fulfill her mission of making STEM education equitable and accessible for all learners, including the development of more than 20 mobile laboratory programs, the importance of community partnerships, and the Penn State values and experiences she carries with her every day.For more alumni stories, visit pennstatermag.com

How do we inspire the next generation of aerospace innovators and connect them with the global space industry? Today we speak with Lisa Vitaris, Strategic Advisor for the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) in the Indo-Pacific, and Dr. Paddy Neumann, Chief Scientist at Neumann Space, to find out! We dive into how students can showcase their research on a global stage, why the regional space economy is booming, and everything you need to know about the upcoming 2026 AIAA Region VII Student Conference in Adelaide. About Lisa VitarisLisa is a prominent leader in the aerospace sector, dedicated to elevating and growing the space industry across the Indo-Pacific region. As the Founder and CEO of Indo-Pacific Space, she provides high-level advisory and business consulting services to expand the region's footprint. Lisa brings a wealth of governance and major project expertise to the table, currently serving as a Board Director for Engineers Australia—the peak professional body representing over 130,000 members globally. Additionally, she acts as a strategic advisor for the AIAA and is leading the United States' bid to host the prestigious International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Houston for 2029.https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisavitaris/ About Dr. Paddy NeumannPaddy is a pioneer in aerospace propulsion technology and a passionate advocate for student development. He is the Chief Scientist and co-founder of Neumann Space, an Australian company developing cutting-edge electric propulsion systems for spacecraft. Deeply involved in the aerospace community, Paddy also serves as the Chair of the Adelaide Section Council for the AIAA, working to bridge the gap between academic research and commercial space operations.https://www.linkedin.com/in/paddy-neumann-b7b6aa40/ About the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)AIAA is the world’s largest aerospace technical society, dedicated to igniting the imagination, advancing engineering excellence, and fostering a global community of aerospace professionals and students.https://aiaa.org/https://aiaa.org/get-involved/ Spotlight: 2026 Region VII Student ConferenceThere are massive opportunities waiting for students at the 2026 AIAA Region VII Student Conference. Hosted by the Adelaide University Student Branch, this hybrid event welcomes high schoolers (grades 9–12), undergraduate, and graduate students of all majors from around the world (excluding Canada and Mexico, which participate in North American regions). When30 November – 1 December 2026 WhereAdelaide University, Adelaide, Australia & Online (Hybrid format) WhatA technical paper and oral presentation competition where students can pitch their work, win cash prizes, receive expert industry feedback, and network with leading aerospace professionals. Abstract Deadline: 31 July 2026 Registration Opens: August 2026 Submit Your Abstract & RegisterVisit the official AIAA events page to get involved and review eligibility guidelines.https://aiaa.org/events/2026-region-vii-student-conference/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when nonprofits stop centering funders and start centering relationships?In this week's episode of Nonprofit Nation, Julia sits down with Jacob Adams, founder of Inner Spark Learning Lab, to unpack what he calls the “Disconnection Crisis” — a pattern showing up across education, philanthropy, and social impact work. Drawing from years of experience working with more than 40,000 Black and Brown young people in South Central and East Los Angeles, Jacob shares why so many traditional reform models fail to create lasting change and what becomes possible when organizations build systems rooted in trust, listening, and authentic community partnership.Together, they explore: ✨ Why transactional fundraising weakens long-term impact ✨ How disconnection shapes philanthropy and funding decisions ✨ What authentic community partnership really looks like ✨ Why relationship-centered leadership matters more than ever ✨ How nonprofits can stay mission-aligned while navigating funding pressuresThis thoughtful and inspiring conversation challenges conventional nonprofit narratives and offers a refreshing framework for leaders who want to deepen trust, strengthen impact, and rethink how meaningful change actually happens.

Amateur Radio News and Information in the Greater Cincinnati, Tri-State, Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana Areas for the Week of June 12, 2026.This weeks topics include:SEA-PAC Keynote Speaker WB9VPGYOTA Camp 2026HAM.liveBB Link AdapterCQ FUTBOLLewis & Clark Special EventRed, White, and Blue EventAmerica 250KY Severe Weather NetBrunch BunchNKARC Field Day Prep MeetingNKARC Breakfast ClubField Day 2026Clifty Falls POTA EventLearn about MESHCORESTEM CampYoung's Jersey Dairy Bike Tour EventRepeater ListHamfestsExams

Hair Restoration for the Long Run with Dr. Craig Ziering Hair restoration has evolved far beyond simply replacing lost hair. In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Revolution, Dr. Steven Davis welcomes internationally recognized hair restoration expert Dr. Craig Ziering for an in-depth conversation about the future of hair restoration, regenerative medicine, and why successful treatment requires long-term planning. Together, Drs. Davis and Ziering explore how modern hair restoration has shifted from simply treating baldness to preserving and protecting hair for the future. They discuss the importance of understanding the underlying causes of hair loss, managing donor hair wisely, and creating treatment plans that will continue to look natural for years to come. Topics discussed include: • Why early intervention can preserve more treatment options • The differences between surgical and non-surgical hair restoration • Modern FUE hair transplantation techniques • The importance of donor hair management and long-term planning • Hair restoration strategies for both men and women • Regenerative medicine and the future of hair preservation • Stem cell banking and emerging technologies through Acorn Biolabs • How PRP, medications, and other therapies can support healthier hair growth • Why hair restoration should be viewed as an ongoing journey rather than a one-time procedure Whether you're experiencing early thinning, considering a hair transplant, or simply interested in the future of regenerative medicine, this episode offers valuable insights from one of the most respected voices in the industry. About Dr. Craig Ziering Dr. Craig Ziering is a board-certified dermatologist and internationally recognized hair restoration surgeon with more than 30 years of experience. Founder of Ziering Medical and Medical Director for Acorn Biolabs, he is a leading authority in hair transplantation, regenerative medicine, and non-surgical hair restoration therapies. Having performed more than 28,000 hair restoration procedures, Dr. Ziering continues to help shape the future of hair preservation and restoration worldwide.

LES 161Geef me jouw zegen, heilige Zoon van God.Vandaag oefenen we op een andere manier en nemen we stelling tegen onze woede, opdat onze angsten mogen verdwijnen om voor liefde ruimte te maken. Hier is verlossing, in de eenvoudige woorden waarin we met het idee van vandaag oefenen. Hier is het antwoord op verleiding, dat nooit kan nalaten de Christus daar welkom te heten waar angst en woede tevoren de overhand hadden. Hier wordt de Verzoening compleet gemaakt, wordt veilig aan de wereld voorbijgegaan en de Hemel nu hersteld. Hier is het antwoord van de Stem namens God.Totale abstractie is de natuurlijke hoedanigheid van de denkgeest. Maar een deel ervan is nu onnatuurlijk. Het beziet niet alles als één. Het ziet in plaats daarvan slechts fragmenten van het geheel, want alleen zo kon het de partiële wereld bedenken die jij ziet. Het doel van al het zien is jou te tonen wat jij wenst te zien. Al het horen brengt jouw denkgeest slechts de geluiden die hij horen wil.Zo werden specifieke vormen gemaakt. En nu moeten we specifieke vormen gebruiken bij het oefenen. We geven ze over aan de Heilige Geest, zodat Hij ze benutten kan voor een doel dat verschilt van wat wij eraan hebben toegekend. Toch kan Hij slechts gebruiken wat wij hebben gemaakt, om ons vanuit een ander gezichtspunt te onderwijzen, zodat we in alles een andere toepassing kunnen zien.Eén broeder is alle broeders. Elke denkgeest omvat alle denkgeesten, want elke denkgeest is één. Dat is de waarheid. Maar maken deze gedachten de betekenis van de schepping duidelijk? Brengen deze woorden volmaakte duidelijkheid met zich mee voor jou? Wat anders kunnen ze lijken dan lege klanken, mooi misschien, juist qua gevoel, maar fundamenteel niet begrepen, noch begrijpelijk. De denkgeest die zichzelf geleerd heeft concreet te denken, kan abstractie niet langer vatten in de zin dat ze alomvattend is. We moeten een weinig zien, opdat we veel leren.Voor ons gevoel lijkt het ‘t lichaam te zijn dat onze vrijheid beperkt, ons doet lijden, en tenslotte ons leven uitdooft. Maar lichamen zijn slechts symbolen voor een concrete vorm van angst. Angst zonder symbolen vraagt niet om een reactie, want symbolen kunnen voor het betekenisloze staan. Liefde heeft geen symbolen nodig, omdat ze waar is. Maar angst hecht zich aan specifieke zaken, omdat hij onwaar is.Lichamen vallen aan, denkgeesten niet. Deze gedachte doet zeker terugdenken aan ons tekstboek, waar deze herhaaldelijk wordt benadrukt. Dit is de reden waarom lichamen gemakkelijk een symbool worden van angst. Er is je vele keren dringend aangeraden om verder dan het lichaam te kijken, want de aanblik ervan brengt het symbool van de ‘vijand' van de liefde naar voren, welke door Christus' visie niet wordt gezien. Het lichaam is het doelwit van aanval, want niemand denkt dat hij een denkgeest haat. Maar wat anders dan de denkgeest zet het lichaam tot de aanval aan? En wat anders dan wat denkt aan angst zou de zetel van angst kunnen zijn?Haat is specifiek. Er moet iets zijn om aan te vallen. Een vijand moet in zo'n vorm worden waargenomen dat hij aangeraakt, gezien, gehoord, en uiteindelijk gedood kan worden. Wanneer ergens haat op rust, roept die even stellig om de dood als Gods Stem verkondigt dat er geen dood is. Angst is onverzadigbaar, verteert alles waar zijn oog op valt, ziet zichzelf in alles, en is daarom gedwongen om zich tegen zichzelf te keren en om te vernietigen.Wie een broeder als een lichaam ziet, ziet hem als symbool van angst. En hij zal aanvallen, omdat wat hij ziet zijn eigen angst is, buiten hemzelf, klaar om aan te vallen en luidkeels huilend om zich weer met hem te verenigen. Vergis je niet in de intensiteit van de razernij die door geprojecteerde angst onvermijdelijk de kop op steekt. Hij briest in toorn, en klauwt in de lucht, in de hysterische hoop dat hij zijn maker kan bereiken en verslinden.Dit zien de ogen van het lichaam in iemand die door de Hemel wordt gekoesterd, door de engelen wordt bemind en door God volmaakt geschapen is. Dit is zijn werkelijkheid. En in de visie van Christus wordt zijn beminnelijkheid in zo'n heilige en zo'n prachtige vorm weerspiegeld dat jij je nauwelijks weerhouden kunt aan zijn voeten neer te knielen. Maar in plaats daarvan neem je zijn hand, want jij bent zoals hij in de ogen die hem zo zien. Door een aanval op hem ben jij je eigen vijand, want je zult dan niet zien dat in zijn handen jouw verlossing ligt. Vraag hem alleen hierom en hij zal jou die geven. Vraag hem niet een symbool voor jouw angst te zijn. Zou je willen vragen dat liefde zichzelf vernietigt? Of wil jij dat ze aan jou wordt geopenbaard en je bevrijdt?Vandaag oefenen we in een vorm die we al eerder hebben beproefd. Je bereidheid is nu meer binnen handbereik en je komt vandaag nader tot de visie van Christus. Als je vastbesloten bent die te bereiken, zal dat jou lukken vandaag. En als je er eenmaal in bent geslaagd, zul jij niet bereid zijn de getuigen te aanvaarden die de ogen van je lichaam oproepen. Wat je zult zien, zal jou aloude melodieën toezingen die jij je herinneren zult. Jij bent niet vergeten in de Hemel. Wil jij je die dan niet herinneren?Kies één broeder uit, als symbool voor alle anderen, en vraag hem om verlossing. Zie hem eerst zo duidelijk als je kunt, in dezelfde vorm als die je gewend bent. Zie zijn gezicht, zijn handen en voeten, zijn kleding. Kijk hoe hij glimlacht, en zie de vertrouwde gebaren die hij zo regelmatig maakt. Denk dan hieraan: wat je nu ziet, verbergt voor jou de aanblik van iemand die jou al je zonden kan vergeven, wiens heilige handen de spijkers kunnen verwijderen die de jouwe doorboren, en die de doornenkroon kan wegnemen die jij op je bloedende hoofd hebt geplaatst. Vraag hem het volgende, zodat hij jou kan bevrijden:Geef me jouw zegen, heilige Zoon van God. Ik wil je met de ogen van Christus aanschouwen, en mijn volmaakte zondeloosheid in jou zien.En Hij op Wie jij een beroep doet, zal antwoorden. Want Hij zal de Stem namens God in jou horen, en antwoorden in jouw stem. Aanschouw hem nu, die jij als louter vlees en beenderen hebt gezien, en besef dat Christus tot jou is gekomen. Het idee van vandaag vormt jouw zekere middel ter ontsnapping aan woede en angst. Zorg ervoor dat je het onmiddellijk gebruikt, mocht je in de verleiding komen een broeder aan te vallen en in hem het symbool van jouw angst te zien. En je zult hem plotseling veranderd zien van vijand in verlosser, van de duivel in Christus.Alle tekst- werk en handboek klassen van Een Cursus in Wonderen met Elbert nu te beluisteren en te bekijken op https://decursusmetelbert.nl

What if the biggest problem in education isn't intelligence, but language?In this episode of Living The Red Life, Aditya Nagrath, founder of Elephant Learning and a PhD in Mathematics and Computer Science, reveals why four out of five students begin school already behind in math and how that single gap can shape an entire future. After building software companies, leading engineering teams, and navigating devastating business setbacks, Aditya uncovered an opportunity far bigger than technology: transforming the way children learn mathematics.He shares the unconventional thinking behind Elephant Learning, the science of teaching math as a language, and the performance-driven system producing measurable gains in just minutes per week. This conversation explores education innovation, entrepreneurship, STEM success, learning psychology, and the power of solving massive societal problems through scalable systems.Key Takeaways• Why mathematics should be taught as a language, not memorization• The hidden kindergarten gap affecting millions of students• How a business collapse led to a mission-driven education company• Why algebra is the foundation for success across STEM fields• The leadership principle that helped build a scalable education platformNotable Quotes• "Mathematics is happening everywhere, even when people don't realize it."• "If the student understands the teacher, the education system works."• "The goal is understanding, not repetition."• "We've measured about a year and a half of math growth in just ten weeks."• "Empowerment means giving people power where there was none before."Connect with Rudy Mawer:LinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter

What gives you hope for the future?In this inspiring episode, Yo Canny sits down with Sheryl Robinson—author, podcaster, speaker, and longtime Girl Scout volunteer—to explore how the Girl Scout Gold Award helps young women develop confidence, leadership skills, and the belief that they can make a difference in the world.As a troop leader for more than 20 years and a member of the Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland Council's Highest Awards Committee, Sheryl has witnessed firsthand the transformation that occurs when young women take on meaningful community challenges and lead sustainable solutions.Inspired by the remarkable Gold Award Girl Scouts she has mentored, Sheryl launched the Hearts of Gold Podcast, interviewing Gold Award recipients from around the world. She has now adapted those stories into the Hearts of Gold book series, helping middle school students discover their own gifts, talents, and ability to create positive change.Together, Yo and Sheryl discuss what the Gold Award is, why it matters, and how young women are developing the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to become the next generation of leaders.In This Episode You'll Learn:What the Girl Scout Gold Award is and why it is considered the highest achievement in Girl ScoutingHow identifying root causes leads to more meaningful and sustainable solutionsWhy leadership is developed through action, not just instructionThe importance of moving from managing to mentoringHow asking questions can be more powerful than providing answersWhy volunteering helps young people develop confidence and purposeHow one young woman's Gold Award project helped transform feelings of cultural isolation into belonging and connectionKey Takeaways✨ Leadership grows through experience.✨ Confidence comes from tackling challenges and seeing them through.✨ Great mentors guide with questions rather than answers.✨ Young people thrive when given ownership, responsibility, and support.✨ The next generation is already learning how to lead—and that gives us reason for hope.What Sheryl Would Tell Her 20-Something Self"Stay open and flexible. Life's going to take you different places than you plan. That's where the growth happens."About Sheryl RobinsonSheryl Robinson is an author, podcaster, coach, and speaker helping teens and young adults discover their unique gifts, talents, and abilities so they can create a plan to achieve their dreams.She holds a Master of Arts in Servant Leadership from Viterbo University and has been involved with Girl Scouts for more than 25 years. Her passion for supporting high school Girl Scouts pursuing their Gold Award inspired the creation of the Hearts of Gold podcast, YouTube channel, and book series showcasing young women from across the country who have earned Girl Scouting's highest award.Connect with SherylWebsite:https://sherylmrobinson.comEmail:heartsofgoldpodcast@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/sherylmrobinson/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sherylmrobinson/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherylmrobinson/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/sherylmrobinsonFree ResourcesVisit Sheryl's website for:Root Cause GuideVolunteering GuideResources for youth and adults supporting young leadersHearts of Gold Book SeriesThe Hearts of Gold series shares real stories and leadership lessons inspired by Girl Scout Gold Award recipients. Through themes such as Inclusion, Advocacy, STEM, Health, Community, Creative Voice, and Earth Guardians, readers learn how to identify problems, uncover root causes, and create meaningful change.Stay Connected with Girl, Take the Lead!

America turns 250 and most families will watch fireworks — but “what if” your kids actually understood the stories, the sacrifices, and the people who made this country possible? Your America 250 celebration does not have to be complicated to be meaningful.This episode shares 3 real Americans from 250 years ago whose stories will spark great conversations with your kids, plus simple ideas to make your America 250 celebration come alive this summer with no big unit study or hours of preparation:✅Why history sticks when it is told through stories instead of textbooks✅The 1 question to ask after reading any biography that sparks real thinking✅3 ordinary people from 250 years ago that changed history with everyday courage✅Simple hands-on activity ideas that connect colonial history to real life today✅Why your kitchen table is the most powerful classroom in America right nowGrab the America 250 Leadership and Freedom Bundle mentioned in this episode and start your celebration this week.Resources for You America 250 Leadership and Freedom Bundle includes use code 250 for 20% offAmerica 250 Leadership and Freedom Unit StudyJohnny Tremain Literature StudyFlag Day Unit - June 144th of July Unit StudyElection Day Unit Study use code 250 for 25% offWhat If Your Family Actually Understood the People Who Made America Possible?What if your family read a book together this summer, ate a colonial meal, and had a few great conversations? Would your children remember more about America's founding than an entire textbook?America turns 250 years old in just a few weeks, and the celebration has already begun. Most of you will go watch fireworks. But what if your children actually understood the people, the stories, the sacrifices, and the leadership that made America possible? It doesn't require a giant unit study or hours of preparation. Today I want to show you some simple ways to celebrate America 250 while inspiring a love of learning and having fun with your kids.History Is More Than Dates and Dead PeopleMost moms feel the pressure to cover the history and check off all the checkboxes. But history is so much bigger than that. When our kids were teenagers, they read a book in ninth grade called More Than Dates and Dead People — and that title says it all. We need to look at the stories of ordinary people who influenced others. That's leadership. Leadership is influence, nothing more, nothing less.America 250, right now in the summertime when you may not even be doing regular school, is the perfect opportunity to help our kids see themselves as part of a much bigger picture.Paul Revere — One Ordinary Person Who Changed HistoryLet's start with Paul Revere and his Midnight Ride. Longfellow wrote a whole poem about it — The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere — and I still remember reciting it in junior high.Listen, my children, and you shall hear of the midnight ride of Paul Revere. On the 18th of April in 75, hardly a man is now alive who remembers that famous day and year.Most families know who Paul Revere is. But do they realize he was just a silversmith? When we were in Boston, we actually got to visit his house. He was just an ordinary craftsman who risked arrest to warn fellow patriots that the British troops were moving in on Lexington and Concord. One regular person used his influence to help change history.So how could you apply this to your family? Read a one-page biography of someone from 250 years ago in America. Read it aloud at lunch and ask one question — how did this person influence others? Then close your mouth and see what they say. That's leadership education in action. How easy is that?Great Books Bring History to LifeOne of the easiest ways to learn history — and the way we did it best — was through literature. Kids remember stories so much more than worksheets.One of our favorites is Johnny Tremaine. Johnny begins the story as a proud silversmith's apprentice, goes through a lot of hardship, makes mistakes, grows in friendships and responsibilities, and eventually grows into a leader during the American Revolution. Kids naturally connect with his struggles, and you can discuss courage, teachability, responsibility, and wise decision-making as you go through the book.Instead of worksheets, add some hands-on activities. Build a Boston Tea Party crane. Become a midnight messenger like Paul Revere. Do a colonial apprenticeship project. Make colonial meals together. My kids always perked up when food was involved. Learning becomes so much more memorable when you're doing history — not just memorizing and regurgitating facts.What could you do this week or next week? Read one chapter from a historical book. Have your kids narrate what they hear each day and ask one question — what leadership trait did this person show? Or not show? Not everyone's a good leader. Get a book from the library and start reading. That's enough.Abigail Adams — Leadership Doesn't Always Look Like Standing in Front of a CrowdA lot of people think it was only men participating 250 years ago. That is just not true. There were plenty of strong women fighting for the cause and supporting their families. Abigail Adams is one of them.She was home while John Adams was away serving his country — managing the farm, the finances, the household, and the children during very uncertain times. Many homeschool moms I know can relate to carrying the weight of everything that's going on.Her letters reveal courage, wisdom, and perseverance. On March 31st, 1776 — 250 years ago — John was helping to shape a new government. Here's what Abigail wrote:Remember the ladies, and be more generous and favorable to them than your ancestors.That sounds simple at first, but it reveals so much wisdom. Abigail understood that a new nation wasn't just about defeating Great Britain. It was about creating a better society. She encouraged leaders to think not only about the immediate crisis but also about the rights and needs of others.Leadership isn't always standing in front of a crowd. Sometimes it's a thoughtful letter. A meaningful conversation. Influencing the people around you. Something homeschool moms do every day. You are influencing the next generation. You may feel like you're not doing much, but you have more impact on your children than anyone else. Leadership is happening around the kitchen table.Patrick Henry and the Courage to Say What Others Won'tOn March 23rd, 1775, Patrick Henry challenged Virginians to prepare for difficult days. And one of the lines that most of us can remember — I hope your children will remember it too — is this: Give me liberty, or give me death.His speech helped persuade many colonists to take action when others were still uncertain what to do. He had influence.What could you do with his story? Read his speech and then ask — would you choose liberty? Or would you choose to just do whatever everyone else tells you, whatever the government says? There's a lot of conversation right there for your family. Have you ever needed courage to do something difficult? What does courage look like for a child? What does it look like for a homeschool mom?You Don't Need More Resources — You Need the Right OneThe problem with history isn't a lack of resources. There are resources abounding — printable packs, websites, YouTube videos. The problem is too many resources. You could spend 5 to 10 hours just trying to figure out what to do over the next few weeks. What you need is something that's organized and ready to use.America 250 is more than a birthday celebration. It's an opportunity to help your kids understand freedom, responsibility, leadership, and character. You don't have to recreate this in a classroom. Find some great books to read, tell great stories, have meaningful conversations around the dinner table, and let your kids see that history comes alive.250 years ago, ordinary people made choices that changed history. Paul Revere. Abigail Adams. Patrick Henry. Today, the conversations you have around the dinner table will influence the next generation just as quickly.That's why we made our America 250 Leadership and Freedom Bundle. It includes our Leadership and Freedom Unit Study, a bonus Johnny Tremaine literature study with silversmith STEM activities, history, writing, and math, a Flag Day unit study, a 4th of July unit study, and an Election Day unit study for November. It's literature-based, hands-on, all ages can learn at the same time, and it's leadership-focused. Every activity has a leadership tie-in.It's not a bunch of worksheets. It's not a textbook with multiple choice questions. It's easy for moms to use, it's all in one place, and you can start this week with Flag Day.Use code 250 to save 20%. Get all the details in the show notes.

Tom Kelly scaled EVONA from four bootstrapped founders in a tiny Bristol office to eighty recruiters in three years. Then he made the call most agency owners never make. He cut the team back to thirty. And in doing it, per-head revenue doubled.   This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation that pulls apart exactly how that happened.   Brought to you by Atlas. The AI-first recruitment platform that captures every candidate conversation automatically. Atlas customers report 40%+ EBITDA growth and 80%+ increase in monthly billings. Get your exclusive listener offer at recruitwithatlas.com.     Tom came up on the inside track at one of the biggest STEM recruiters on the FTSE. He spotted space as a high-growth vertical before almost anyone, pitched it internally, got shut down, and walked. He linked up with three other recruiters in the same office — Jack, Rich, and Ryan. They sketched the company out on a whiteboard at Tom's place: no KPIs, no fixed working hours, no fixed location, brand-first, give back to STEM. Eight years and over $40 million in fees later, they've stuck to every line of it.   Their first placement was a chef in a Bristol restaurant for £2,000. Hire number two was a head of marketing — a decision every advisor said was crazy. By Tom's read, recruitment and marketing are the same thing. Brand pull beats spam. That bet became the operating philosophy of the entire company.   Then COVID hit and the space industry — recession-proof, Tom argues, because satellites don't get sick — tripled their revenue and headcount. They paid LinkedIn a fortune ahead of a planned scale to three hundred people. They flew the whole company and their partners to Monaco after a million-dollar month. Tom calls that trip the moment the wheels were about to come off.   By 2021 the cracks were showing. Five account managers, thirty fillers, two RPO teams, a full operations and finance bench. Tom describes the peak as a hot mess. So the four founders sat down and made the hardest call of their careers. Contract team first — running $20K a week with no real strategy. Then perm cuts. Then operations. Then the advisors. Tom and the other three didn't pay themselves for six months. He moved his family to the US in the middle of it.   The episode ends on the moment the four founders agreed one of them had to lead, and that person would be Tom. Without ego. The single reason, Tom says, the business is still standing.   Part 2 drops Wednesday — the 25-interview rule that defines elite recruiters at EVONA, and the segmentation that explains why most agency owners are quietly losing 60% of their team.   What You'll Learn:   - Why scaling to 80 recruiters nearly broke the business, and the moment the four founders knew they had to cut to 30 - The pre-COVID hire every advisor told Tom was crazy, and why it became the engine of the company - How EVONA tripled in COVID while most agencies were frozen - The £300,000 company trip Tom now calls a warning sign - What it actually costs to let 50 people go — emotionally, financially, culturally - Why the four founders agreed one person had to take the wheel, and how they made the call without breaking the partnership   Connect with Tom Kelly:   LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/evonatom/ EVONA — https://evona.com  

MIT's Justin Reich interviewed 120 teachers and students about AI in the classroom — and his honest takeaway is that there are no research-based best practices yet. Here's what to do instead. In this episode of the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast, Justin Reich (MIT Teaching Systems Lab, host of The Homework Machine) joins Vicki Davis to talk about what AI is really doing in K-12 classrooms, why the research is still in its infancy, and how teachers can run their own small "local science" experiments right now. In this episode, you'll learn: Why classroom teachers and students — not thought leaders — give the truest picture of AI in schools Why there are no AI "best practices" yet (and the 25-year research timeline that explains it) How to run a small, honest "local science" experiment in your own classroom this week Why your domain knowledge — not the tool — is what makes AI actually useful Four ways teachers are handling AI cheating (and how to tell when yours isn't working) The power of "subtraction": what schools should stop doing to do their best work Full show notes, resources, and the books mentioned: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e939 If this conversation helped you, please leave a review wherever you're listening and share it with a teacher friend — it genuinely helps more educators find the show. Sponsor. Today's show is sponsored by EF Explore America and their STEM Tours. Lead your students on a STEM tour to places on the cutting edge of innovation to show them how STEM thinking often shows up where you least expect it. Imagine your students coding robots with MassRobotics at MIT, exploring marine ecosystems in Florida's coral reefs, or even sitting down to talk with a former spy in Washington DC. If you want to inspire your students and give them a fresh perspective on the power of STEM, visit efexploreamerica.com/STEM. All opinions are those of the teachers and the host.

DESCRIPTION A bombshell investigation into alleged fake college degrees tied to the H-1B visa program is sending shockwaves through the workforce debate. Charlie breaks down reports of counterfeit engineering, nursing, and medical credentials, the role of foreign diploma mills, and why critics say American graduates have been paying the price for years. Plus, the political battle behind immigration policy, corporate lobbying, and the growing scrutiny of visa programs that were originally designed to fill high-skilled positions. PODCAST SUMMARY Charlie examines explosive allegations involving fraud within the H-1B visa system after reports surfaced that authorities in India uncovered large-scale diploma mill operations allegedly producing counterfeit academic credentials. According to the discussion, investigators have identified thousands of fake degrees spanning engineering, healthcare, nursing, and other professional fields. The episode explores concerns that the visa program, originally intended to address shortages of highly skilled workers, may have been exploited by fraudulent applicants and organizations seeking access to U.S. employment opportunities. Charlie argues that these developments raise serious questions about credential verification, workforce oversight, and the impact on American graduates entering STEM-related professions. The conversation also examines the political and financial interests surrounding immigration policy, including the role of corporate lobbying and visa expansion efforts. Charlie contends that labor market competition has been artificially influenced by policies that increase the supply of workers in certain industries, putting downward pressure on wages and employment opportunities. Additionally, the show highlights investigations conducted by state officials and discusses how enforcement actions overseas may have exposed weaknesses in credential verification systems used by employers and government agencies. The episode concludes with a broader discussion about trust in institutions, workforce qualifications, and the need for greater transparency in programs designed to bring skilled labor into the United States. KEY TAKEAWAYS Reports of counterfeit academic credentials have intensified scrutiny of the H-1B visa system. Investigators have reportedly uncovered diploma mills issuing fake degrees across multiple professional fields. Engineering, healthcare, and nursing credentials are among the areas receiving increased attention. Questions remain about how credentials are verified during employment and visa approval processes. American STEM graduates continue to face challenges in a competitive labor market. Corporate lobbying remains a major factor in immigration and workforce policy debates. Visa programs intended for skilled workers are facing renewed calls for oversight and reform. Workforce credential verification may become a larger national policy issue moving forward. SOCIAL MEDIA TITLE The H-1B Bombshell: Fake Degrees & Real Consequences SOCIAL MEDIA DESCRIPTION A major investigation into counterfeit college degrees is raising serious questions about the H-1B visa program, workforce competition, and the future of American jobs. SOCIAL MEDIA POST

Jacob Adams is an education leader committed to transforming schools into places of joy, belonging, and critical thinking for Black and Brown youth. He coined the term “disconnection crisis” to describe how traditional education separates young people from their purpose, community, and creativity. In 2017, he founded STEM to the Future, now Inner Spark Learning Lab, which has reached over 40,000 young people and generated insights shaping the broader education field.Jacob began his career as a Teach For America corps member, teaching 1st and 2nd grade before serving as an instructional coach for three years. He holds a B.A. from Birmingham-Southern College and a master's from Relay Graduate School of Education. He is also an alum of fellowships including the Simons Foundation's inaugural Science Sandbox Fellowship, 4.0 Schools, LA Leads, and the Black Equity Collective Build Fellowship.Takeaways:The disconnection crisis in education highlights how traditional schooling alienates students from their true potential and creativity.Inner Spark Learning Lab aims to transform educational environments into nurturing spaces that foster joy and a sense of belonging.By engaging students in participatory action research, they learn to address community needs and develop critical thinking skills.The importance of feedback loops is emphasized, ensuring that the voices of students and families shape the educational experience.Empowerment in education is achieved when students feel their contributions are valued and their identities are recognized.The initiative aims to create a network of schools that adapt to the needs of their communities, fostering relevant and engaging learning experiences.Chapters:00:21 - The Disconnection Crisis in Education00:29 - The Birth of Inner Spark Learning Lab10:52 - Transitioning Educational Paradigms19:27 - Transforming Education: The Role of Dreamweavers35:15 - Navigating the Map of Life: Teaching Self-Awareness and Skills37:23 - The Importance of Feedback in Educationhttps://www.innersparklab.org/instagram.com/innersparklabhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobadams706/

Intesa Sanpaolo ha lanciato un'Opas volontaria totalitaria da 30,6 miliardi di euro su Monte dei Paschi di Siena, mossa destinata a ridisegnare il risiko bancario italiano. Carlo Messina (nella foto) ha definito l'operazione un'opportunità unica per rafforzare la leadership europea del gruppo e creare una piattaforma italiana del wealth management con 2.000 miliardi di euro di masse. L'offerta prevede 1,6 azioni Intesa di nuova emissione più un euro in contanti per ogni azione Mps, con un premio del 12,5% rispetto all'ultima chiusura di Borsa. L'obiettivo è raggiungere almeno il 66,67% del capitale e procedere all'integrazione della banca senese, mentre sul fronte occupazionale il gruppo annuncia oltre 13mila nuove assunzioni entro il 2029. Contestualmente Intesa ha autorizzato l'acquisto del 3,01% di Generali, mossa collegata agli equilibri che potrebbero emergere in caso di successo dell'operazione. Ne parliamo con Luca Davi, Il Sole 24 Ore e con Carlo Altomonte, Università Bocconi.Unioncamere, la produttività cresce con i giovani: +7,2% nelle imprese che attraggono talentiL'invecchiamento della forza lavoro pesa sempre di più sulla competitività delle imprese italiane. Secondo le analisi di Unioncamere e Centro Studi Tagliacarne, le aziende che riescono ad attrarre e trattenere giovani under 35 registrano una produttività superiore del 7,2%, mentre quelle con una maggiore presenza di giovani crescono più rapidamente in termini di fatturato e occupazione. Oggi il 60% delle imprese ha superato la soglia anagrafica oltre la quale tende a ridursi la propensione all'innovazione. Sullo sfondo il problema dei cervelli in fuga e della carenza di laureati Stem: tra il 2026 e il 2029 potrebbero mancare oltre 13mila laureati specializzati all'anno, mentre il rientro anche solo della metà dei giovani emigrati negli ultimi cinque anni genererebbe un beneficio economico stimato in 12 miliardi di euro. Interviene Andrea Prete, presidente di UnioncamereTrump: valutiamo partecipazione del governo in grandi aziende IAL'amministrazione Trump sta valutando l'ipotesi di acquisire partecipazioni nelle principali aziende dell'intelligenza artificiale, un'idea inizialmente proposta dal ceo di OpenAI Sam Altman e ora considerata come parte della strategia americana per rafforzare la leadership tecnologica nei confronti della Cina. La Casa Bianca ritiene che una presenza pubblica nel capitale delle società possa garantire benefici economici ai cittadini e rafforzare il controllo su una tecnologia sempre più strategica. L'ipotesi divide però il mondo politico e finanziario, tra chi vede un nuovo modello di politica industriale e chi teme conflitti d'interesse, rischi regolatori e possibili derive speculative. Andiamo dietro la notizia con Alessandro Plateroti, Direttore editoriale UCapital.com

In this inspiring episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes two wonderful guests who are using stories and technology to help kids thrive: Carrol Titus and Inbal Alon. First, Jed chats with Carrol Titus, president of Golden Poppy and creator of the illustrated chapter book Unicorn Blue and the Kara Doodle Quest. Carrol explains how Golden Poppy was founded to nurture a love of STEM in young children, especially at a time when national science scores are declining. She shares how their interactive learning system blends brain science, play, and storytelling to create "triple sigma" gains for students, including those in disadvantaged schools. Kids step into playful roles—scientists, word warriors, unicorn tamers—while secretly diving deep into applied physics, chemistry, genetics, and critical thinking. Carrol also addresses parents' concerns about technology in the classroom, explaining how Golden Poppy uses secure, carefully curated data and personalized assessments to support both students and time-strapped teachers. Then Jed is joined by Inbal Alon, a first-grade teacher and debut picture book author of Maddie's Towers, written while on sabbatical in Paris. Inbal describes Maddie's story of feeling betrayed by a friend and learning that trust is like a tower—built one block at a time, and rebuildable after it falls. She and Jed talk about helping kids navigate friendship drama, using picture books proactively (not just in a crisis), and supporting reluctant readers by finding books they genuinely love. Inbal also teases her upcoming titles, including The Wise Get in Trouble and My Aunt Swing, and celebrates the warm, generous kid-lit community.

PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landazuri interview Norm and Sue Fowler poolside at the Plastics Pioneers Association (PPA) and Plastics Hall of Fame (PHoF) Spring 2026 Networking/Conference in Sarasota, Florida. They speak to Norm and Sue about how they met, their relationship and home life, his induction into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2025, her professional career, his career at Xerox, mentoring, contributions to the plastics industry, leadership roles in SPE-Inspiring Plastics Professionals, and life in Key West, Florida. Watch Norm Fowler's induction into the Plastics Hall of Fame (YouTube).Watch the PlastChicks podcast on the SPE YouTube Channel.PlastChicks is sponsored by SPE-Inspiring Plastics Professionals and the Plastics Industry Association. Look for new episodes on the first Friday of every month.

371: Stop Scaling, Start Listening: Building Nonprofits That Actually Work (jacob adams) Episode SummaryToo many nonprofits have become experts at performing impact - hitting metrics, writing polished reports, scaling programs - without ever stopping to ask whether they're actually changing the lives of the people they serve. In this episode, Patton sits down with jacob adams, Founder and Executive Director of Inner Spark Learning Lab in Los Angeles, to explore what it looks like when a nonprofit is genuinely built around the community it exists to serve. jacob traces his journey from Teach For America to founding STEM to the Future in 2017 to rebranding as Inner Spark Learning Lab, a shift that happened when he realized STEM was never really the point. He introduces the Human Learning Systems framework and walks through Inner Spark's Listen→Try→Reflect→Adapt→Share cycle: a living approach to program design that treats service work as ongoing experiment rather than fixed delivery. He talks candidly about what real community listening looks like in practice, what it costs to stop a program that isn't working, and why he shares the messy middle publicly - even when funders want a more polished story. Leaders who feel the tension between accountability and authenticity will find both challenge and permission in this conversation.About jacobjacob adams is the Founder and Executive Director of Inner Spark Learning Lab, a community-centered education nonprofit based in Los Angeles, California. jacob launched the organization in 2017 as STEM to the Future before rebranding to reflect a deeper commitment to what actually drives young people's growth: curiosity, relationships, and genuine responsiveness to what communities say they need. His work is grounded in the Human Learning Systems framework, and he is known in the sector for practicing — and publicly modeling — the kind of reflective, adaptive leadership he believes the nonprofit sector urgently needs more of. Before founding Inner Spark, jacob served with Teach For America, an experience that shaped his conviction that proximity to community is not a program feature but a leadership discipline.ResourcesConnect with jacob on LinkedInLearn more about Inner Spark Learning LabHuman Learning Systems (created by Toby Lowe) humanlearning.systems How We See Us: Young People Imagining a Path to Their Futures by Michaela Leslie-RuleEnvisioning Real Utopias by Erik Olin WrightFollow Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, and please leave a review!Learn more about the leadership resources at Armstrong McGuire — ArmstrongMcGuire.com

British singer and songwriter Paris Paloma, a very sharp and thoughtful young artist who considers grief, politics, creativity, love, art, Greek mythology, and power structures in her music and in interviews, has opened for Florence & the Machine, played Glastonbury, and lent her voice to the Tolkien universe. She has built a community – her fairies –over the past few years, from her first EP, 2021's cemeteries and socials (you want dark? Folk-horror-pop? She's got you) to what will be her latest album, The Fatal Flaw, due out in September 2026. [View the artwork for the single “Good Boy”] Paris Paloma offers the anti-AI song  “Miyazaki”, about the unstoppable human need to create – and yes, named after the legendary Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki. Plus, she plays an intimate version of her feminist anthem, “Labour”, (which she played with the Resistance Revival Chorus on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert in 2025), in-studio.  Set list: 1. Labour 2. Miyazaki 3. Stem the Flow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Good Moms Bad Choices, Erica and Milah are talking mom guilt, summer pressure, and the realization that the kids are probably doing just fine. As summer approaches and the kids invade the house 24/7, the Good Moms unpack the reality of modern motherhood: trying to create “core memories,” keep up with overachieving moms, manage work, relationships, and still remember to feed yourself (and maybe smoke a little weed in peace). They get raw about comparison culture, over-scheduled childhoods, and how the shit we went through as kids quietly creeps into how we parent today. If you’ve ever felt like you’re not doing enough, this one’s for you. You can also expect to hear Why Erica says mom guilt is made up by the patriarchy The pressure to create “magical summers” and core memories (and why that’s exhausting as hell) How comparison culture, school moms, and social media are making parenting feel like a never-ending performance Moms who are running themselves into the ground trying to do it all (STEM camps, activities, enrichment, all of it) The radical idea that the kids are probably doing just fine Bad Choice of the Week: Falling for yet another love-bombing white man. Whorie Time: A threesome of chaos: Larry, his brother, and the broker — an intertwined hoe-tale you don’t see coming. Tune in for a funny, honest, slightly high conversation about motherhood, mom guilt, summer expectations, race, dating, and giving yourself a lot more grace. Perfect for single moms, co-parents, conscious parents, gentle parents, and retired whores raising humans who just want to feel less alone. --------------------------------------------- Watch this episode and more on YouTube. Come vibe with us on Patreon for full visual episodes, bonus content, and early releases. Join our private Facebook group and drop your anonymous advice questions, secrets, or mom vents. --------------------------------------------- JOIN US ON OUR NEXT GOOD VIBE RETREAT!! Limited time discount on our Good Vibes Retreat when you use promo

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Bamidele Farinre. Founder of No Ceiling Consulting, a biomedical scientist, STEM expert, agile project manager, and advocate for professional development, mentorship, and removing internal and systemic limitations (“ceilings”). They discuss her STEM background, the evolving role of AI in science, the meaning of “no ceilings,” navigating personal and professional barriers, mentorship, setbacks, agile leadership, and how individuals—especially people of color—can create opportunity even in the face of bias and structural limitations.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Bamidele Farinre. Founder of No Ceiling Consulting, a biomedical scientist, STEM expert, agile project manager, and advocate for professional development, mentorship, and removing internal and systemic limitations (“ceilings”). They discuss her STEM background, the evolving role of AI in science, the meaning of “no ceilings,” navigating personal and professional barriers, mentorship, setbacks, agile leadership, and how individuals—especially people of color—can create opportunity even in the face of bias and structural limitations.

Send us Fan MailSix years ago, ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® started with a simple idea: create the kind of conversation you might have over coffee with a colleague about the challenges—and opportunities—facing engineering and other STEM organizations.In this season finale, my co-producer Quincy joins me behind the mic as we look back on six seasons of the podcast, the lessons  learned along the way, and what might be next for ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®. We discuss why I shifted to a solo format for Season 5, how the companion ebook Engineering for Society influenced the season's content, the realities of producing a podcast while balancing a demanding professional life, and why some of this season's most difficult conversations were also the most important.We also explore how the podcast has evolved from a focus on engineering education to broader conversations about organizational systems, leadership, culture, technology, and change—and why listeners both inside and outside STEM continue to connect with these topics.In this episode, we discuss:The origins of "Grab a Latte and Listen"How ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® has evolved over six seasonsWhy Season 5 shifted to a solo formatLessons learned about balancing impact, perfectionism, and self-careThe emotional story behind What Systems Lose When Fear LeadsWhy systemic challenges often appear in different forms but share common rootsHow the Engineering for Society ebook helped shape Season 5Possibilities for Season 6, including guest interviews, panel discussions, and research-to-practice conversationsWhy your feedback will help shape the future of the podcastI'd Love to Hear From YouWhat topics, guests, challenges, or conversations would be most valuable to you in Season 6?Use the fan mail link in the show notes and let me know. Your feedback will help shape the next chapter of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®.ResourcesRequest your FREE copy of the ebook, Engineering for Society at EngineeringChangePodcast.comSupport the showENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ashley Christopher. Interview Summary: Ashley Christopher on Money Making Conversations Masterclass Guest: Ashley ChristopherHost: Rushion McDonaldPlatform: Money Making Conversations MasterclassFocus: HBCU access, scholarships, STEM pipeline, purpose-driven leadership Overall Summary Ashley Christopher shares the origin, growth, and impact of the HBCU Week Foundation, which she founded in 2017 to increase enrollment at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), remove financial barriers, and create direct pathways from high school to college and corporate America. What began as a local Wilmington, Delaware initiative evolved into a national movement that has facilitated over 10,000 on-the-spot HBCU acceptances and nearly $100 million in scholarships, including a landmark $40 million STEM scholarship partnership. The conversation blends entrepreneurship, education equity, resilience, faith, and purpose, highlighting how lived experience and authentic mission can scale social impact. Purpose of the Interview To spotlight the HBCU Week Foundation and its measurable outcomes (acceptances, scholarships, STEM investment). To educate families and students about on-the-spot college acceptance and scholarship opportunities. To inspire purpose-driven leadership, particularly among Black entrepreneurs and community leaders. To demonstrate how local solutions can scale nationally when rooted in authenticity and impact. To share a personal story of resilience, including surviving a stroke at age 29 and redefining purpose. Key Takeaways 1. Access Changes Outcomes HBCU Week’s on-the-spot acceptance model allows eligible students to receive immediate college decisions and scholarship offers at a live college fair. This removes prolonged uncertainty and barriers that often discourage first-generation and underserved students. Students bring their transcript, SAT/ACT scores, meet with an HBCU counselor, and can be accepted immediately. 2. HBCUs Are a Pipeline to Opportunity Ashley emphasizes that HBCUs are not just cultural institutions, but talent pipelines into corporate America, particularly for STEM fields. Enrollment growth and scholarship funding are as critical as brand awareness. 3. The Power of Strategic Partnerships A relationship that began with seven $40,000 STEM scholarships grew into a $40 million partnership with the American Chemistry Council. The goal: addressing a projected STEM workforce deficit while increasing diversity in the field. The partnership now supports 1,000 students committed to STEM majors at HBCUs, with nearly 600 awards already distributed. 4. Purpose Can Be Born From Crisis Ashley shares her experience of having a stroke at age 29, caused by birth control use, which required her to relearn how to write and regain physical mobility. The experience intensified her sense of urgency, discipline, and purpose. Surviving the stroke shifted her mindset from ambition to intentional impact. 5. Authentic Passion Fuels Scalable Impact Ashley never intended HBCU Week to become national—it was designed to serve students in her hometown. Growth occurred organically because the mission was authentic, focused, and student-centered. “When you love what you do and have a real passion behind the impact, it catches on.” Notable Quotes On Mission & Growth “The goal was to take care of the students in my hometown… I had no idea it would become national.” On On-the-Spot Acceptance “If you have the requisite GPA and SAT or ACT score, you can be admitted right there.” On HBCUs & STEM “If everybody around the table looks the same, we’re in trouble.” On Faith & Opportunity “I can’t take credit for it… but for my relationship with God, this wouldn’t be a thing.” On Purpose After Adversity “It created a different sense of drive and purpose in me.” On Impact “If I can’t help tier-one students, who can?” Conclusion The interview positions Ashley Christopher as a systems builder, not just a nonprofit founder. Her work demonstrates how education access, strategic partnerships, and lived experience can intersect to change thousands of lives. The conversation reinforces that scalable impact often starts with a local problem, clear values, and relentless execution. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ashley Christopher. Interview Summary: Ashley Christopher on Money Making Conversations Masterclass Guest: Ashley ChristopherHost: Rushion McDonaldPlatform: Money Making Conversations MasterclassFocus: HBCU access, scholarships, STEM pipeline, purpose-driven leadership Overall Summary Ashley Christopher shares the origin, growth, and impact of the HBCU Week Foundation, which she founded in 2017 to increase enrollment at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), remove financial barriers, and create direct pathways from high school to college and corporate America. What began as a local Wilmington, Delaware initiative evolved into a national movement that has facilitated over 10,000 on-the-spot HBCU acceptances and nearly $100 million in scholarships, including a landmark $40 million STEM scholarship partnership. The conversation blends entrepreneurship, education equity, resilience, faith, and purpose, highlighting how lived experience and authentic mission can scale social impact. Purpose of the Interview To spotlight the HBCU Week Foundation and its measurable outcomes (acceptances, scholarships, STEM investment). To educate families and students about on-the-spot college acceptance and scholarship opportunities. To inspire purpose-driven leadership, particularly among Black entrepreneurs and community leaders. To demonstrate how local solutions can scale nationally when rooted in authenticity and impact. To share a personal story of resilience, including surviving a stroke at age 29 and redefining purpose. Key Takeaways 1. Access Changes Outcomes HBCU Week’s on-the-spot acceptance model allows eligible students to receive immediate college decisions and scholarship offers at a live college fair. This removes prolonged uncertainty and barriers that often discourage first-generation and underserved students. Students bring their transcript, SAT/ACT scores, meet with an HBCU counselor, and can be accepted immediately. 2. HBCUs Are a Pipeline to Opportunity Ashley emphasizes that HBCUs are not just cultural institutions, but talent pipelines into corporate America, particularly for STEM fields. Enrollment growth and scholarship funding are as critical as brand awareness. 3. The Power of Strategic Partnerships A relationship that began with seven $40,000 STEM scholarships grew into a $40 million partnership with the American Chemistry Council. The goal: addressing a projected STEM workforce deficit while increasing diversity in the field. The partnership now supports 1,000 students committed to STEM majors at HBCUs, with nearly 600 awards already distributed. 4. Purpose Can Be Born From Crisis Ashley shares her experience of having a stroke at age 29, caused by birth control use, which required her to relearn how to write and regain physical mobility. The experience intensified her sense of urgency, discipline, and purpose. Surviving the stroke shifted her mindset from ambition to intentional impact. 5. Authentic Passion Fuels Scalable Impact Ashley never intended HBCU Week to become national—it was designed to serve students in her hometown. Growth occurred organically because the mission was authentic, focused, and student-centered. “When you love what you do and have a real passion behind the impact, it catches on.” Notable Quotes On Mission & Growth “The goal was to take care of the students in my hometown… I had no idea it would become national.” On On-the-Spot Acceptance “If you have the requisite GPA and SAT or ACT score, you can be admitted right there.” On HBCUs & STEM “If everybody around the table looks the same, we’re in trouble.” On Faith & Opportunity “I can’t take credit for it… but for my relationship with God, this wouldn’t be a thing.” On Purpose After Adversity “It created a different sense of drive and purpose in me.” On Impact “If I can’t help tier-one students, who can?” Conclusion The interview positions Ashley Christopher as a systems builder, not just a nonprofit founder. Her work demonstrates how education access, strategic partnerships, and lived experience can intersect to change thousands of lives. The conversation reinforces that scalable impact often starts with a local problem, clear values, and relentless execution. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ashley Christopher. Interview Summary: Ashley Christopher on Money Making Conversations Masterclass Guest: Ashley ChristopherHost: Rushion McDonaldPlatform: Money Making Conversations MasterclassFocus: HBCU access, scholarships, STEM pipeline, purpose-driven leadership Overall Summary Ashley Christopher shares the origin, growth, and impact of the HBCU Week Foundation, which she founded in 2017 to increase enrollment at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), remove financial barriers, and create direct pathways from high school to college and corporate America. What began as a local Wilmington, Delaware initiative evolved into a national movement that has facilitated over 10,000 on-the-spot HBCU acceptances and nearly $100 million in scholarships, including a landmark $40 million STEM scholarship partnership. The conversation blends entrepreneurship, education equity, resilience, faith, and purpose, highlighting how lived experience and authentic mission can scale social impact. Purpose of the Interview To spotlight the HBCU Week Foundation and its measurable outcomes (acceptances, scholarships, STEM investment). To educate families and students about on-the-spot college acceptance and scholarship opportunities. To inspire purpose-driven leadership, particularly among Black entrepreneurs and community leaders. To demonstrate how local solutions can scale nationally when rooted in authenticity and impact. To share a personal story of resilience, including surviving a stroke at age 29 and redefining purpose. Key Takeaways 1. Access Changes Outcomes HBCU Week’s on-the-spot acceptance model allows eligible students to receive immediate college decisions and scholarship offers at a live college fair. This removes prolonged uncertainty and barriers that often discourage first-generation and underserved students. Students bring their transcript, SAT/ACT scores, meet with an HBCU counselor, and can be accepted immediately. 2. HBCUs Are a Pipeline to Opportunity Ashley emphasizes that HBCUs are not just cultural institutions, but talent pipelines into corporate America, particularly for STEM fields. Enrollment growth and scholarship funding are as critical as brand awareness. 3. The Power of Strategic Partnerships A relationship that began with seven $40,000 STEM scholarships grew into a $40 million partnership with the American Chemistry Council. The goal: addressing a projected STEM workforce deficit while increasing diversity in the field. The partnership now supports 1,000 students committed to STEM majors at HBCUs, with nearly 600 awards already distributed. 4. Purpose Can Be Born From Crisis Ashley shares her experience of having a stroke at age 29, caused by birth control use, which required her to relearn how to write and regain physical mobility. The experience intensified her sense of urgency, discipline, and purpose. Surviving the stroke shifted her mindset from ambition to intentional impact. 5. Authentic Passion Fuels Scalable Impact Ashley never intended HBCU Week to become national—it was designed to serve students in her hometown. Growth occurred organically because the mission was authentic, focused, and student-centered. “When you love what you do and have a real passion behind the impact, it catches on.” Notable Quotes On Mission & Growth “The goal was to take care of the students in my hometown… I had no idea it would become national.” On On-the-Spot Acceptance “If you have the requisite GPA and SAT or ACT score, you can be admitted right there.” On HBCUs & STEM “If everybody around the table looks the same, we’re in trouble.” On Faith & Opportunity “I can’t take credit for it… but for my relationship with God, this wouldn’t be a thing.” On Purpose After Adversity “It created a different sense of drive and purpose in me.” On Impact “If I can’t help tier-one students, who can?” Conclusion The interview positions Ashley Christopher as a systems builder, not just a nonprofit founder. Her work demonstrates how education access, strategic partnerships, and lived experience can intersect to change thousands of lives. The conversation reinforces that scalable impact often starts with a local problem, clear values, and relentless execution. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Host Erin Kerry breaks down why gut health matters far beyond digestion and how issues like leaky gut, inflammation, and microbiome imbalances can impact mood, anxiety, depression, brain fog, and overall wellness. You'll learn what leaky gut actually is, why stress plays a major role in digestive health, and five practical ways to support your gut naturally. From nutrition and fiber to nervous system regulation and mindful eating, these simple strategies can help improve both digestive and mental health. If you've been struggling with bloating, digestive issues, anxiety, brain fog, or unexplained health symptoms, this episode offers foundational steps to help you start healing from the inside out. Key Topics: - What gut health actually means - Understanding leaky gut and intestinal permeability - The gut-brain connection - How stress impacts digestion - Why fiber matters for the microbiome - Foods that support gut healing - Mindful eating and digestion - When to consider functional testing - Gut health and mental wellness - Practical daily habits for better digestion Links Mentioned: Website: erinbkerry.com Book: Live Beyond Your Label Health Coaching Interest Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBahf6Wv677i9tlcF_6uIrfvfPzUmWNjrykpVxGWpKegfWWA/viewform?usp=header Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@erinbkerry

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Jacque Rushin & Robyn Donaldson. ROBYN DONALDSON & JACKIE RUSHIN

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Curtis Symonds..

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Curtis Symonds..

Four STEM teachers. Four trips that changed students forever. From Panama to the UK to MIT to DC. When a student does real science in a real place, STEM stops being abstract. Miranda Grabowski's biology class planted mangroves in Panama. Angela Cannava's biomed students ran a live DNA fingerprinting experiment in London. Karen Spencer's seventh graders toured MIT and Harvard in Boston. Edith Cortez's eighth graders from Laredo, Texas competed at science museums in Washington DC. In every story, something very cool happens: students look up at the scientists and engineers in the room and realize — "I could do this for a living." In this episode, you'll learn: - How to align a STEM trip to what you're already teaching in the classroom - What happens when a student's classroom finally connects to what scientists actually do - Why taking students to see real labs, real campuses, and real professionals changes what they believe is possible - How teachers in different states and different budget situations made these trips happen — and why they'd do it again Show notes and resources at https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e936  Sponsor. Today's show is sponsored by EF Explore America and their STEM Tours. Lead your students on a STEM tour to places on the cutting edge of innovation to show them how STEM thinking often shows up where you least expect it. Imagine your students coding robots with MassRobotics at MIT, exploring marine ecosystems in Florida's coral reefs, or even sitting down to talk with a former spy in Washington DC. If you want to inspire your students and give them a fresh perspective on the power of STEM, visit efexploreamerica.com/STEM. All opinions are those of the teachers and the host. If this episode moved you, leave a review wherever you're listening — it helps other remarkable educators find the show. I read every one.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Curtis Symonds..

Mark Rober spent years trying to land a rover on Mars. Now, the former NASA engineer turned science YouTuber with millions of subscribers is launching a new mission: to teach the next generation of big problem solvers. That's why he's spending 60 million dollars to build a STEM curriculum kids actually want. With squirrel obstacle courses, giant lasers and elephant toothpaste explosions, who wouldn't want to learn from YouTube's top engineer? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.