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ML Chat explores everything to do with Multilingual student instruction. Do you oversee students that are learning English? ML Chat is the place to learn more and continue to refine your craft. In each episode co-hosts Tim Blackburn and Justin Hewett talk with experts, researchers, and district administrators to explore how to best serve our language learners.
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In this ML Chat Podcast episode, language educator Noemi Rodriguez joins hosts Justin Hewett and Mandi Morris to discuss her insights into language education, curriculum design, and AI's role in classrooms. Noemi shares her motivation from her mother's multilingual journey and explores AI's benefits and challenges in education. The episode also hig…
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In this ML Chat Podcast episode, hosts Justin Hewett and Mandi Morris talk with Tatyana, Deputy Project Director for the National Clearinghouse for English Language Acquisition. With over 20 years of experience, Tatyana shares her journey as an English learner from Moldova and her expertise in second language acquisition, applied linguistics, and e…
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Ian and Ed review the Janet Jackson album "Rhythm Nation 1814"! Will they want to give it a Replay? or do they Regret ever listening to it? Check out the Amazing bands that play our Intro and Outro Music! The Astrotecs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theastrotecs/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=the%20astrotecs Chameleons…
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In this ML Chat Podcast episode, hosts Justin Hewett and Mandi Morris interview Tan Huynh, an experienced educator specializing in English language acquisition. They discuss his teaching methods, collaboration in classrooms, his new book with Beth Skelton, and the importance of content learning and language development for multilingual learners. Ta…
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In this episode of the ML Chat Podcast, hosts Justin Hewett and Mandi Morris speak with Robert Gouthro, ML Coordinator for Berkeley County School District. Gouthro discusses managing the rise of multilingual learners, effective programs, and supporting teachers. He stresses the need for systemic changes, better data tools, teacher development, and …
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In this episode of the ML Chat Podcast, hosts Justin Hewett and Mandi Morris welcome Risa Woods, an advocate for newcomer and English learner students. Risa shares practical tips and insights from her influential Instagram channel, stressing the significance of championing students rather than sympathizing for them. Find out how to better support n…
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Ian and Ed sit down for an interview with Count Lyle Blackburn of the incredible Texas band Ghoultown! Stick around after the interview to hear the new Ghoultown song "I am the Undead" Check out Lyle Blackburn's music and work at: https://www.ghoultown.com/ http://lyleblackburn.com/ https://ghoultown.bandcamp.com/…
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Join hosts Justin Hewett and Mandi Morris on the ML Chat Podcast as they welcome Beth Skelton, a distinguished language educator and co-author of 'Long Term Success for Experienced Multilinguals.' Beth shares her journey, providing invaluable guidance for educators and administrators on multilingual education. Delving into essential strategies such…
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Ian and Ed review the Lionel Richie album "Dancing on the Ceiling"! Will they want to give it a Replay? or do they Regret ever listening to it? Check out the Amazing bands that play our Intro and Outro Music! The Astrotecs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theastrotecs/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=the%20astrotecs Chamel…
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Marybelle Marrero Colon, from the Center for Applied Linguistics, offers a valuable perspective on identifying learning disabilities in English learners while leaning into her own journey to share insight and perspective for students walking through the identification process. Learn about the significance of comprehensive education, precise evaluat…
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Step into the captivating world of immigrant narratives on this ML Chat Podcast episode with Tea Rozman, co-founder of Green Card Voices. She shares her remarkable journey from working in refugee camps to empowering individuals through storytelling. Her work brings transformative impact by amplifying immigrant journeys and building projects like Gr…
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Ian and Ed review the Zwan album "Mary Star of the Sea"! Will they want to give it a Replay? or do they Regret ever listening to it? Check out the Amazing bands that play our Intro and Outro Music! The Astrotecs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theastrotecs/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=the%20astrotecs Chameleons: https…
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Tune in to the ML Chat podcast for an interview with Kia Johnson from the Center for Applied Linguistics! Discover her journey from paraprofessional to education leader, perspectives on family engagement, Title III compliance, and teacher advocacy. Get valuable information on alternative certification and teacher assistant pathways. Don't miss this…
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Tune in to the ML Chat podcast with hosts Justin and Mandi as they discuss Elizabeth Sanchez Szepesi's insights around building and growing a dual-language program. Explore topics like assessment equity in both goal languages and growing a dual-language program to meet the changing needs of your district. Elizabeth shares valuable insight and persp…
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Ian and Ed review the Clutch album "Pure Rock Fury"! Will they want to give it a Replay? or do the Regret ever listening to it? Check out the Amazing bands that play our Intro and Outro Music! The Astrotecs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theastrotecs/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=the%20astrotecs Chameleons: https://li…
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In Episode 21 of ML Chat Podcast, Maria's infectious enthusiasm for science teaching sparks lifelong curiosity among students. Collaborating with peers and instructional coaches, Maria fosters a vibrant learning community. Her approach transforms the classroom into a shared space of discovery, integrating content teaching with language learning to …
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Join Pamela Broussard, a multilingual educator and advocate, as she unpacks empowering strategies to enhance student engagement while building student independence and confidence. Broussard shares insights from her Leading ELLs Facebook group, which promotes resource-sharing among educators. She exemplifies a commitment to inclusion, hands-on learn…
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Uncover innovative strategies for authentic assessments, tailored for multilingual learners. Learn from leaders Steph Just and Jackie Griffin about formative assessments, inclusive systems, and maintaining high expectations with flexibility. Elevate your teaching practices with practical insights about the cycle of formative assessment and informed…
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Ian and Ed sit down for an interview with Roky Moon Co-Owner of King Electric Recordings and member of American Sharks as well as Roky Moon and BOLT! Stick around after the interview to hear "OVERDRIVE!" By American Sharks! Check out Roky Moon at: https://www.instagram.com/roky_moon_man/ and King Electric Recordings: https://linktr.ee/kingelectricr…
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In Episode 18 of the ML Chat Podcast, educators Kathy Alston and Keenan Lee discuss their co-teaching model for multilingual students at Harrisburg School District. They share insights on relationship-building among teachers, adapting to student demographics, and overcoming challenges post-COVID. Be inspired by their data-driven methodology, teache…
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Ian and Ed review the Watsky album "Cardboard Castles"! Will they want to give it a Replay? or do the Regret ever listening to it? Check out the Amazing bands that play our Intro and Outro Music! The Astrotecs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theastrotecs/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=the%20astrotecs Chameleons: https:/…
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Embark on an insightful conversation with Mandi Morris, the National Curriculum and Instruction Specialist for Flashlight Learning, as she discusses the intricate landscape of teaching English as a second language. Explore the challenges in secondary English learning education, from resource scarcity to teacher turnover, while emphasizing the pivot…
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Nathan and Andy chat about their favorite first-time-watches of 2023. This episode is sponsored by FNX Fitness (Use the Discount Code: fourseasonsoffilm and receive 15% off your order). Podcast App: https://playpodca.st/fourseasons Spotify: http://bit.ly/4SOFspotify Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/35zkuzya Check out our latest episodes, digital s…
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Ian and Ed sit down for an interview with John Davis from Superdrag and Lees of Memory! Stick around after the interview to hear "Free Me From This Feeling" off of John's new album, "My Hope is Found in an God Who Can Raise Up the Dead"! Buy the album at: https://highbiasacassette-basedoperationtm.bandcamp.com/album/my-hope-is-found-in-a-god-who-ca…
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Christian joins Ian and Ed to review the Tool album "Lateralus"! Will they want to give it a Replay? or do the Regret ever listening to it? Check out the Edison Cabinet at: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/theedisoncabinet/27-floors?utm_source=SendGrid&utm_medium=Email+&utm_campaign=website Check out the Amazing bands that play our Intro and Outro…
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This week on the ML Chat Podcast we are bringing you something a little different. Last month we hosted our latest in the ML Chat Webinar Series where we were joined by multilingual educators from across the country to discuss high-stakes assessments. The webinar featured Jen Albury and Jayme Croff, who you may have heard on previous episodes of th…
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Embark on Connie Sisneros' inspiring journey from monolingual teacher to ESL specialist and bilingual director. Uncover the impact of professional development, Flashlight 360, and high expectations on student success. Dive into her valuable advice for fostering collaborative growth in bilingual and ESL instruction.…
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Pt. 2 of our Martin Scorsese Retrospective including: The Last Temptation of Christ (1988), Goodfellas (1990), Cape Fear (1991), The Age of Innocence (1993), Casino (1995), Kundun (1997), Bringing Out the Dead (1999), Gangs of New York (2002), The Aviator (2004), The Departed (2006), Shutter Island (2010), Hugo (2011), The Wolf of Wall Street (2013…
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Ian and Ed sit down with Jupiter Zirkua of the band Stuffy Doll and discuss her upcoming album, “Ganymede Gives Up The Ghost”! Stick around after and check out her song "Invisibility Cloak" Trans Rights! Find more Stuffy Doll at the following links: https://stuffydollband.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/stuffydollband Also Check out "Sons of…
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Ian and Ed review the Radiohead album "In Rainbows"! Will they want to give it a Replay? or do the Regret ever listening to it? Check out the Amazing bands that play our Intro and Outro Music! The Astrotecs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theastrotecs/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=the%20astrotecs Chameleons: https://li…
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Step into an engaging podcast conversation with the remarkable educator and multilingual education advocate, Jen Albury. She shares her inspiring journey from teaching in Mexico to her current role in Holyoke Public Schools, Massachusetts. Discover the power of asset-based teaching, student-centric learning, and the importance of language in educat…
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Pt. 1 of our Martin Scorsese Retrospective, leading up to our review of Killers of the Flower Moon (2023), including: Boxcar Bertha (1972), Mean Streets (1973), Alice Doesn’t Live Anymore (1974), Taxi Driver (1976), Raging Bull (1980), The King of Comedy (1982), After Hours (1985), and The Color of Money (1986). Tune in next week for Pt. 2! This ep…
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Logen Kent of Logen Kent and the Entourage joins Ian and Ed as they review Music for People by VAST! Will they want to give it a Replay? Or do they Regret ever listening to it? Check out Logen Kent's new track "Green Eyed Woman" after the episode and wherever you listen to music! Find more Logen Kent here: https://hyperfollow.com/Logenkententourage…
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Step into the world of education transformation with Jonathan Lemaster on the ML Chat Podcast. As a language and learning specialist in the Poway Unified School District in San Diego, and the co-founder of Literacy Geeks, Jonathan's passion for skill-based instruction and ed tech shines through. With over two decades of experience, he emphasizes th…
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Our annual Horror Show includes a few lesser known titles to watch this year, including: The Village of the Damned (1960), The Creeping Terror (1964), The Strangers (2008), The Devil’s Rain (1975), House (1977), Terrifier (2016), Pearl (2022), The House of the Devil (2006), Talk to Me (2022), Willy’s Wonderland (2021), Tales from the Darkside: The …
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Dive into the dynamic world of multilingual education with Jayme Croff, a passionate advocate and leader in the field. Join the ML Chat Podcast as Jayme shares her inspiring journey, from the classroom to supporting diverse learners, and the transformative shift towards inclusive, asset-based approaches. Discover the power of collaboration, data-dr…
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Ian, Emily, and Ed review the classic They Might Be Giants album, Flood! Will they want to give it a Replay? or do they Regret ever listening to it? Check out the Amazing bands that play our Intro and Outro Music! The Astrotecs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theastrotecs/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=the%20astrotecs C…
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What Have We Been Watching Lately? #46 No Hard Feelings (2023), The Little Mermaid (2023), Elemental (2023), The Jazz Singer (1927), Carlito’s Way (1993), Hereditary (2018), Winter Kills (1979), Escape from L.A. (1996), T2 Trainspotting (2017), 28 Days Later (2002), and Attack the Block (2011). This episode is sponsored by FNX Fitness (Use the Disc…
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In this episode of the ML Chat Podcast Kim Peterson joins Justin and Tim to delve into the pivotal role of speaking for English learners. She underscores its significance as a foundation for success in reading and writing and ultimately being able to pass the state assessment. Kim also walks through her journey of building a program from the ground…
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This week on the ML Chat Podcast we are excited our final episode from our Voices of NABE Series where you get to hear directly from the ML Community that joined us at the 2023 NABE Conference. On this episode we ask educators the question "What do you wish you had known when you started your career?". Tim Blackburn and Justin Hewett discuss their …
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Ian and Ed sit down with Andy and Angel, owners of The Charleston, an All Ages Live Music Venue at 333 North Callow Ave in Bremerton Washington! Check out upcoming shows and venue information at: https://thecharleston333.com/ Or for booking contact: thecharleston333@yahoo.com Check out the Amazing bands that play our Intro and Outro Music! The Astr…
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Barbenheimer! This episode is sponsored by FNX Fitness (Use the Discount Code: fourseasonsoffilm and receive 15% off your order). Podcast App: https://playpodca.st/fourseasons Spotify: http://bit.ly/4SOFspotify Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/35zkuzya Check out our latest episodes, digital shorts, movie reviews and more: fourseasonsoffilm.com Whe…
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Ian and Ed review three more EPs from Local Artists! Pretty Good by Pent Up! Find more Pent Up! at: • Insta - @pent_up_band • Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4WPVheZNfKNT9plPbMUjQU?si=m_IOSTfLT1qf98kQu5jKVA • Bandcamp - https://pentup-rock.bandcamp.com/album/the-end-single • Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHd5r2W_8tvglPx4LJ4yK…
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This week on the ML Chat Podcast we are excited for another episode from our Voices of NABE Series where you get to hear directly from the ML Community that joined us at the 2023 NABE Conference. On this episode we hear how educators are helping their students make connections across languages and build the language they already have.…
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This week on the ML Chat Podcast we continue our “Voices of NABE” series, where we get a chance to hear directly from the ML Community that joined us at the 2023 NABE Conference. On this episode we react to the answers to the question “How are you promoting writing fluency in your program”. Again, the answers are a great insight in the world of mul…
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