Teaching to Thrive is a podcast committed to sharing ideas that strengthen the everyday lives of Black and Brown students within our schools and communities. Each episode is aimed at empowering our knowledge for collective liberation.
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It’s easy to see a child’s education as a path determined by grades, test scores and extra curricular activities. But genuine learning is about so much more than the points schools tally. MindShift explores the future of learning and how we raise our kids. This podcast is part of the MindShift education site, a division of KQED News. You can also visit the MindShift website for episodes and supplemental blog posts or tweet us @MindShiftKQED or visit us at MindShift.KQED.org. Take our audienc ...
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In the Rising Podcast: A Health and Wellness Podcast for those going through and those supporting those going through cancer was born out of a personal connection to the disease by Physical Therapist Bettina M. Brown. With two cancer scares of her own and the knowledge that she is more susceptible to breast cancer due to genetic testing, she understands the unique experience of dealing with cancer firsthand. With a focus on the wheel of life, from relationships to finances, the podcast offer ...
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3 Romance authors, Lucy Mitchell, Lucy Keeling and Bettina Hunt talk about all things writing and reading romance books.
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Adult ISH is an award-winning advice, storytelling, and culture podcast, hosted by Oakland-based Nyge Turner and Atlanta-based Dominique “Dom” French. BIPOC creators in their 20s, French and Turner don’t sugarcoat anything. Dive into a weekly mix of thoughtful conversations, immersive personal stories, and practical tips from charismatic special guests and beloved friends. With humor and heart, Nyge and Dom tackle each and every “adult” subject they can get their hands on. Destination: growt ...
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Achieving equality in higher education. The stakes have never been higher. The issues never more complex. Who graduates, and why? Who is getting hired as faculty and what is their experience? In each episode, we will look at issues surrounding students, faculty, diversity and inclusion, and skyrocketing college costs. From critical conversation to news, numbers, and analysis — we’ve got you covered. You can count on Diverse’s In The Margins to bring you the latest, most relevant thought lead ...
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The Reimagining Youth Work podcast is an exciting, new, and thoughtful exploration of how our world is impacting young people, what adults can do to re-think their work with young people, and how we can all work together to re-make the systems that serve young people. The podcast is hosted by veteran educator, mentoring expert, and executive director of the Youth Mentoring Action Network (YMAN), Dr. Torie Weiston-Serdan. The podcast is recorded in both audio and video formats. Like the work ...
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Welcome to LovePreneurs, this show is all about using business and entrepreneurial concepts to tackle problems of the heart. Hosted by two entrepreneurs, Marcus Dee and Magellan Fetalino, the LovePreneurs podcast aims to entertain and educate its listeners on both business matters and matters of the heart.
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Dream big, overcome self-doubt and reinvent yourself in midlife! Does this resonate with you? You’re a midlife or older woman and wondering what’s next. You’re tired of putting everyone else’s dreams before your own. You know there’s something more you’re meant to do in your next chapter. Unsure about how to get started and reinvent yourself in midlife? I’ve been there too. It took me 54 years to find my purpose and bold voice. I got curious, flexed my courage muscle and stepped into my grea ...
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A psychology podcast about men & women, relationships, evolution, and culture. Trying to make sense of a world going mad so you don't have to 🌎 thebiggerpicturepod.substack.com
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A Research-Backed Way to Improve Student Attendance
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Not all students returned to school after the pandemic. Research shows that chronic absenteeism surged around the country. Niki Espinoza, a community school coordinator at Maple Elementary, discovered a strategy informed by Harvard research that centered collaboration with families. Using mail-based “nudges” and a social media campaign caused chron…
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Resilience & Reinvention at 77: How Diane Givens is Redefining Life After Tragedy & Loss
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Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast! Today we dive deep into the transformative journey of Diane Givens, a 77-year-old powerhouse of resilience and reinvention. Diane’s story is a compelling testament to the strength and determination it takes to navigate life’s challeng…
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MindShift returns with Season 9! Discover solutions for raising our kids in the modern era. Hear from educators and experts creating pathways for students to flourish. Subscribe to receive new episodes starting July 16.By KQED
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Reinventing My 50s & 60s: How I Created Great Dames Inc. to Empower Women & Girls with Sharon Kelly Hake
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Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 I’m beyond excited to share with you this week’s extraordinary episode, featuring the remarkable Sharon Kelly Hake, co-founder and president of Great Dames Inc. Sharon reinvented herself in her early 50s. At 67, she continues to reinvent in new ways. Episode Highlights: A Journey of Transformation: Sharon…
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Season 11 of Adult ISH is coming to a close, and we wanted to observe Pride Month by revisiting an all-time favorite episode that centers around the LGBTQ+ community and how you choose to express yourself. When we produced our “Drag Me” episode last June, there were more than 270 anti-LGBTQ+ bills being considered by state legislatures. 2023 ended …
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Xicanx Art: Printmaking and Political Activism
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How have Xicanx artists in California used political posters as a medium for social change over the decades? Gilda Posada, associate curator at the Oakland Museum of California, talks with YR Media contributor Christian Romo to discuss “Calli: The Art of Xicanx Peoples,” an exhibit capturing the history of art activism, identity, and intersectional…
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Creative Reawakening at 55: Embracing Midlife Reinvention with Sharon Burton
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Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Reinvention Rebels Podcast: Transforming Lives After 50 🎙️✨ Welcome to the Reinvention Rebels podcast, where we celebrate women aged 50 to 90 who have transformed their lives in bold, remarkable and empowering ways. This episode features an inspiring conversation with creativity coach and artist Sharon Bu…
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FEED DROP: MindShift - “Punished for Dreaming: How School Reform Harms Black Children and How We Heal” author Bettina Love
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Brown v. Board of Education ended school segregation 70 years ago this month. How has education changed for Black students since? Adult ISH is featuring a special episode of MindShift, a podcast from KQED that “explores the future of learning.” In a conversation that points out an often-ignored downside to desegregation in education, MindShift host…
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What kind of adult do you want to be? How do you evolve into that version of yourself? Adult ISH host Nyge Turner is joined by YR Media contributor Christian Romo, as he connects with Elise Hu, author, journalist, and host of TED Talks Daily – about the challenging steps she took after high school to become an adult. Elise shares why it’s important…
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Celebrating 100 Episodes of Reinvention Rebels: Midlife Women Living Boldly, On Purpose and Achieving Their Dreams!
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Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 🎉 Episode 100 Celebration: Cheers to Reinvention! 🎉 Welcome to the 101st episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast, celebrating 100! Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey of uplifting midlife and older women. Today, we celebrate not just a milestone, but the amazing stories of persistence, d…
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Powering Platonic Love: Keeping Someone to Count On
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We are living in a loneliness epidemic, according to the U.S. Surgeon General. And, it’s a global problem. A recent international Gallup survey showed nearly one in four people report feeling lonely - with young adults reporting the highest percentage of loneliness. So, we wanted to help by focusing on important relationships in your life, like pla…
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EP136: PANEL | Leaders Call for Active Resistance Against Anti-DEI Measures at National Action Network (NAN) Annual Convention
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In this episode, we revisit a thought-provoking panel discussion from the National Action Network’s 2024 Convention held April 10-13 in New York City. Led by moderator Dr. Jamal E. Watson, esteemed panelists Kimberlé Crenshaw, Stephanie Ruhle, Dr. Alvin Tillery, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, and Dedrick Asante-Muhammad delve into the profound impact of a…
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We're sharing an episode from our friends at the Adult ISH podcast. In light of the latest number of attempted book bans as tracked by the American Library Association (ALA), Adult ISH hosts Nyge Turner and Dominique “Dom” French speak to Traci Thomas, host of “The Stacks” podcast, and Scott Stuart, author of “My Shadow is Purple,” about how removi…
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17 million households were facing food insecurity at some point in 2022, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That’s more than 12 percent of people having trouble getting a proper diet, including young folks. Adult ISH host Nyge Turner leads YR Media youth presenter Christian Romo and co-host Dominique French through some ways Black and…
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Embracing Your Midlife Body: Reinvention, Body Positivity, and the Power of Self-Acceptance with Tanja Shaw
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Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Welcome to this empowering episode of Reinvention Rebels, where we dive deep into the heart of self-belief, acceptance, and the art of personal reinvention, especially for the incredible midlife women out there. 🚀 We're celebrating 100 episodes, thank you for listening!! 🎧 👉 Key Takeaways: 🦋 Self-Belief &…
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We love hearing from you, our listeners, and learning how you’re putting the insights that we share into your teaching and your parenting. We like to see the way that we deliver value to your lives. If you appreciate the work that we do on Mindshift, please visit https://donate.kqed.org/podcasts to support us.…
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Songs like “Imagine” by John Lennon, “Fight The Power” by Public Enemy, and “Alright” by Kendrick Lamar have all become anthems that inspired people to stay in the fight for what they believed in. They were also a direct reflection of the cultures of their eras. Music continues to impact the world, and those behind the music are driving that change…
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EP135: DOUBLE PLAY | Meet 2024 Arthur Ashe Jr. Male and Female Sports Scholar of the Year — Darius Robinson & Olivia Womack
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Meet defensive lineman Darius Robinson, a first-round selection in the 2024 National Football League (NFL) Draft, and sprinter Olivia Womack. As exceptional college student-athletes, Robinson of Mizzou and Womack of Ole Miss were named 2024’s Arthur Ashe Jr. Male and Female Sports Scholar of the Year. The Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholar program is p…
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Hearing the Unhoused: How to Really Help Homeless Youth
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About 4.2 million people between the ages of 12 and 24 experience some form of homelessness each year in the United States, according to the National Law Center on Homelessness & Poverty. Adult ISH host Nyge Turner connects with Emi Nietfeld, who wrote “Acceptance,” about her experience navigating being unhoused while studying at Harvard University…
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Reinventing 60: Regina Young’s Transformative Journey to Midlife Mastery and Self-Love
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Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Ready to dive into an incredible episode that’s all about embracing the power of self-love and the magic of reinvention, especially for women between 50 to 90? Listen in for an inspiring journey that will light up your soul and guide you towards more joy, possibility, and midlife courage. 👩🏾 Meet Regina Y…
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Midlife Magnificence: Own Your Awesome and Embrace Your Reinvention Journey
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Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Hey, amazing listeners! It’s Wendy here, your guide and fellow traveler on this exciting journey of self-reinvention and empowerment for women in midlife and beyond. This season, we’re diving deep into what it means to “Own Your Awesome,” and I’ve been so inspired by the incredible stories of transformati…
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Young People’s Mental and Emotional Health
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How do your thoughts and emotions change going into adulthood? We know growing up is hard, but what about it is so challenging? Host Nyge Turner explores the emotional tax of growing older and shares tips on transitioning from “young” to “young adult.” Joining us in this conversation is Stephanie Santos LCSW, who specializes in providing individual…
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EP134: Meet Retired Lt. Gen. Ronnie D. Hawkins Jr., President, Angelo State University — an award-winning Texas Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI)
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Meet retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ronnie D. Hawkins Jr., president of Angelo State University (ASU), which continues to evolve and thrive as a leading institution in higher education in part by leveraging its opportunities. The university is dedicated to serving its diverse student population and preparing students for success in an ever-changin…
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Embracing Change and Reinvention at 61: Guler Cortis’s Inspiring Journey from Corporate World to ‘Sexy at 60’ Host
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Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Hey there, it’s Wendy Battles, and I’m thrilled you’re joining us on this journey of empowerment and transformation. Here’s what you can expect from our latest episode that’s all about overcoming fear, embracing change, and the beauty of reinvention at any age. 👵 Spotlight Story: Guler Cortis - From Corpo…
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In March, the American Library Association (ALA) announced 4,240 unique book titles were requested to be banned from schools and libraries last year. The latest number of attempted book bans sets a new record, by a 65-percent increase over 2022’s previous highpoint (since the ALA has been tracking book censorship statistics). Nearly half of the boo…
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We're sharing an episode from our friends at the Bay Curious podcast. California has fewer school buses than in other parts of the country. A survey conducted by the Federal Highway Administration found that nationally, almost 40% of school-aged kids ride a school bus. In California, that number is only 8%. KQED's Katrina Schwartz tracks down the r…
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Season 11 of Adult ISH delves into the complexities and nuances of young people “Standing Up.” Standing up for their rights as budding adults, their futures, the world they are inheriting, and even their innocence. Signal Award-winning co-hosts Oakland-based Nyge Turner and Atlanta-based Dominique “Dom” French return this season. Both BIPOC creator…
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EP133: Improving Student Success and Reducing Equity Gaps with Dr. Monica Parrish Trent
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Meet Dr. Monica Parrish Trent, chief program and network officer at Achieving the Dream (ATD). Trent's career spans over 25 years, during which she has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to improving student success and reducing equity gaps, particularly for BIPOC and low-income students. Her extensive experience in community colleges has equipped…
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Reinventing My 50s: From Midlife Crisis to Midlife Courage with Bettina Peets
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Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 In this inspiring episode, I speak with Bettina Peets about her transformative reinvention journey from midlife crisis to midlife courage. Through the creation of Adventures For the Soul in her 50s, Bettina exemplifies how embracing change and leveraging our passions can lead to a bold and kickass new cha…
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EP132: Resistance From the Right: Conservatives and The Campus Wars in Modern America with Dr. Lauren Lassabe Shepherd
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Meet Dr. Lauren Lassabe Shepherd, an instructor in the College of Liberal Arts, Education, and Human Development at the University of New Orleans and an IUPUI-Society for U.S. Intellectual History Community Scholar, who was recognized as a leading woman by Diverse: Issues In Higher Education for her outstanding contributions in 2024. In this episod…
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Ep. 51 - Nir Boms: A Vision of Hope for Israel & The Middle East
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In today's episode, I spoke with Nir Boms, a research fellow of the Moshe Dayan Center specializing in Middle Eastern policy and counter-terrorism. We spoke about: * The tragic events of October 7th * The Abraham Accords & progress with Saudi Arabia * Iran's role in instigating terrorism * Deradicalization of Palestinians * The Jewish legacy of hop…
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