Best DeNa Media Podcasts (2024)

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The Universal Myths of Manifestation with Gemma Benad 1:01:28

2h ago1:01:28

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In this episode of Girl Boss Red Flags, Erin and Tay welcome business and energetics strategist Gemma Benad about the myths and warning signs around manifestation, and how to approach it with integrity. They share personal stories, talk about how important it is to understand your own unique process, and discuss how systemic challenges can affect y…

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The Slippery Slope from Coaching Program to Cult with Melinda Van Fleet 58:01

2h ago58:01

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In this episode, Erin and Tay chat with Melinda Van Fleet, an intuitive and energetic empowerment coach, about the warning signs of coaching programs that start to feel like cults, the manipulative language often used, and the importance of trusting your intuition when making decisions. Melinda also talks about the challenges of dealing with isolat…

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The Right Way to Make a Money Claim with Cassie Howard 30:08

7d ago30:08

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In this episode of the Girl Boss Red Flags, Erin and Tay chats with Cassie Howard, an eight-figure business mentor about the hot topic of money claims in the coaching world. They break down why these claims matter, the difference between projected sales and actual cash, and the damage misleading claims can cause. Cassie shares her own story of goin…

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Exposing the Dark Side of High Ticket Sales Industry with Isabella Zaccagnini 53:42

7d ago53:42

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In this episode of 'Girl Boss Red Flags,' Tay and Erin welcome Isabella Zaccagnini, an ICF certified coach and expert in high ticket sales. Bella talks about her transition from running a fancy fitness studio to diving into the online high ticket sales world. She discusses how the industry blew up during the pandemic, the shift toward shady practic…

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Dialect Density and Variation With Dr. Julie Washington 49:21

7d ago49:21

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Host Dr. Liz Brooke and Washington kick off the new season of the All For Literacy podcast with a thought-provoking conversation about language variation and literacy rates. A professor in the School of Education at the University of California – Irvine, Washington shares her expertise about how dialect variation and density, code-switching, and tr…

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13 Israeli Diaries: Evacuated Family of 7 From Our Home - Hear Avital's Story 12:51

13d ago12:51

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In this heartfelt conversation, Avital Salab shares the experiences of her family during a tumultuous time of war in Israel. She recounts the initial shock and devastation that began on October 7, 2023, and the challenges they faced as they were forced to leave their home in Qiryat Shemona. Avital discusses the emotional impact of the separation fr…

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12 Israeli Diaries: Surviving the onslaught of Hamas terror - Hear Nir Alon's Story - Civil Squads of Israel 28:20

14d ago28:20

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Listen to Nir's account of 7 October Hamas massacre and the devastating effect it had on them, their family and their community. But Nir decided that sitting back and doing nothing will not help anyone, so he started the Civil Squads of Israel, equipping Israel and its people with gear and knowledge, so that they will never get caught in the middle…

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The Wild West Coaching Industry Meets Regulation with Heather Wylde 52:31

14d ago52:31

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In this episode of the Girlboss Red Flags podcast, Erin Billings and Tay Francis along with special guest Heather Wylde, an ethical and compliance sales expert, dives deep into recent FTC regulations, their implications on coaching and income claims, and the importance of ethical sales strategies. Heather shares insights on the significance of bein…

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How Trauma Makes You Vulnerable to Coaching Scams with Dr. Lee Cordell 50:29

14d ago50:29

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In this episode of Girl Boss Red Flags, Erin and Tay chat with Dr. Lee Cordell, Founder of the Institute for Trauma and Psychological Safety, to talk about how trauma can make people easy targets for coaching scams. Dr. Lee shares tips on spotting shady sales tactics, keeping your cool, and making smart choices when looking at online coaching. The …

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11 Israeli Diaries: My son died with Hamas terrorist who killed him. A IDF fallen hero, Ben Zussman - Hear Sarit's Story 30:24

18d ago30:24

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What a powerful story from a mother who lost her dear son in the midst of war with Hamas, a beloved IDF commander and brave soldier. She touches on many challenging topics and opens the conversation to narratives we need to see more of, open dialect that the online world so desperately needs. There is hope, and when listening to a story like Sarit'…

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Girl Boss Red Flags Part Two Trailer 2:56

20d ago2:56

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You don't want to miss the piping hot tea that's coming your way in Part Two of the Girl Boss Red Flags Podcast Series! CONNECT WITH GBRF Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @marketingvsmanipulation Would you like to share your Scam Story on the pod? Apply here Is it Marketing, or is it Manipulation? That is the question. Find out in our u…

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10 Israeli Diaries: Families on the frontline - Hear Leonie's Story 13:53

20d ago13:53

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When we think of war, it's most common to think of those fighting on the frontline, and rightfully so. But what we may forget, are the thousands of families keeping afloat at home alone, so that members of their families can go and help fight in the war to keep their country safe. In this episode, Leonie talks about the families left behind and the…

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A Special Private Screening Q&A of UNMUTED by Without Exception Films with Guests: Charlotte Lubert, Producer; Milena Warns, Producer; Dena Hysell-Cornejo, Director 51:37

24d ago51:37

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The WICT Network: Southern California presents a special from the screening of the Docuseries Unmuted by Without Exeption Films from early 2024 to WICT members. Following a short introduction and audio sample from UNMUTED, listen to a panel discussion with producers, Charlotte Lubert and Milena Warns, and director, Dena Hysell-Cornejo led by Stepha…

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How to Spot a Narcissistic Girl Boss with Stacey Sanderson, RP 55:00

28d ago55:00

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In this episode of the Girl Boss Red Flags Podcast, Erin and Tay shed light on the sensitive topic of narcissism in the coaching and workplace industries. They are joined by psychotherapist Stacey Sanderson, who provides expert insight into narcissistic personality traits, the difference between narcissism and narcissistic personality disorder, and…

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The $35K Coaching Scam That Broke Me with Dena Rafati 52:22

28d ago52:22

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In this episode of the Girl Boss Red Flags Podcast, Erin and Tay chat with Dena Rafati about her experience of being scammed out of £27,000 (around $35,000) by a business coaching program. They discuss the shady aspects of the coaching world, highlighting red flags in contracts, the difference between coaching and service providing, and how manipul…

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$30K on "Publicity" with Very Little R.O.I. with Nafissa Shireen 40:57

1M ago40:57

40:57

In this episode of the Girlboss Red Flags Podcast, Erin and Tay bring on Nafissa Shireen, an intuitive business and leadership coach. She spills the tea on dropping $30,000 on a publicity campaign that had very little return on investment. This episode is all about spotting warning signs in your online investments. They stress how crucial contracts…

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$3K and Six Months "Sweat Equity" Down the Drain with Uwem Ward 25:23

1M ago25:23

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In this episode of Girl Boss Red Flags, Erin has a conversation with Uwem Ward, a graphic and web designer, who dives into her nightmare with a scammy web designer. Uwem talks about the signs she overlooked, the hard lessons she picked up, and gives solid tips for entrepreneurs to avoid getting burned like she did. The episode hammers home the need…

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Pipe Dreams and "Award-Winning" Edits with Lilly Penhall 43:49

1M ago43:49

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In this episode of the Girlboss Red Flags Podcast, Erin and Tay chat with Lilly Penhall about a nightmare experience with a shady book editor who scammed her client. They dive into spotting red flags in the publishing world and emphasize the need for proof, transparency, and doing your homework when hiring. Lilly also talks about common scam tactic…

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Bounced Checks and "Six-Figure" Grifters 48:59

1M ago48:59

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In this premiere episode of the Girl Boss Red Flags Podcast, Erin Billings and Tay Francis share their personal stories of being scammed out of significant sums of money through various unethical online business coaching programs and service providers. They discuss their motive behind creating this podcast: to provide a platform for scam survivors,…

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09 Israeli Diaries: Surgeon at Israeli hospital during Hamas attack - Hear Dr. Lutrin's Story 30:09

2M ago30:09

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Hear Dr. Dean Lutrin's story from the perspective of a medical professional in Israel, and what it was like at the Sheba Medical Centre at Tel Hashomer on and from the 7th of October. From the most horrendous injuries, to the most beautiful celebrations he witnessed in the hospital, Dr. Lutrin brings a wonderful perspective to the reality of Israel…

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Understanding Educator Challenges and Opportunities 21:47

2M ago21:47

21:47

As Season 2 of All For Literacy® comes to a close, host Dr. Liz Brooke dives into the challenges and opportunities currently being explored by educators across the country. Featuring insightful clips from discussions with prominent educators, this episode drives home many of the ideas mentioned throughout this season. Empowering teachers through pr…

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Girl Boss Red Flags Podcast Trailer - Part One 4:53

2M ago4:53

4:53

Have you ever fallen prey to an online business scam? Hosted by Erin Billings and Tay Francis, Girl Boss Red Flags is a podcast series dedicated to calling out the red flags in the online business world. After their own traumatic experiences of being scammed, Erin and Tay are on a mission to raise awareness about shady practices in the unregulated …

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08 Israeli Diaries: The brother of a fallen IDF hero - Hear Omer's Story 24:17

2M ago24:17

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Losing a sibling is already unbearable, but losing a sibling due to a heinously imposed war is tragic. Meet Omer, whose brother died during the Israel-Hamas-war due to a severe injury obtained from a trap set by Hamas. Listen to Omer’s tale of admirable remembrance amidst their indescribable loss; and honouring his brother’s memory by telling this …

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Episode #129 R.P. Alex Mendez talks with talkPOPc participant Noor about censorship,free speech, and Gaza conflict 22:35

3M ago22:35

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1:00 They discuss how government censorship, particularly in banning books, restricts access to knowledge and different perspectives, questioning why the government has the authority to control what information people can access or contemplate. 5:00 Noor reflects on her opinion about the situation in the Middle East, acknowledging that her views ar…

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Episode #128 R.P. Alex Mendez talks with talkPOPc participants Javon and Brodin about censorship, free speech and social media 35:08

3M ago35:08

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2:00 They reflect on the notion of free speech in their personal life, noting that as Americans, they feel relatively unrestricted in their ability to express themselves. While they believe in the importance of free speech, they emphasize the need for understanding the potential repercussions of one's words. 5:00 They highlight the issue of entitle…

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Episode #127 R.P. Alex Mendez talks with talkPOPc participant Noah about censorship, free speech and cancel culture 32:49

3M ago32:49

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1:00 The conversation begins with a focus on free speech and censorship, prompting them to share their thoughts on whether these concepts are prevalent in society. 5:00 They discuss the potential social consequences of expressing differing political views, particularly in the context of the 2016 presidential election. 8:00 They discuss the concept …

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Narrowing the Knowledge Gap With Natalie Wexler 43:51

3M ago43:51

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What would it take to narrow the knowledge gap between high-achieving and struggling students when it comes to reading and writing? Education writer Natalie Wexler joins Host Dr. Liz Brooke in Season 2, Episode 8. Wexler is author of “The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause of America’s Broken Education System—and How to Fix It.” Her writing focuses on…

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Episode #126 R.P. Dena talks with talkPOPc participant Emily about censorship, art, and free speech 32:03

3M ago32:03

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2:00 They explore the uncertainty surrounding censorship and the understanding of the First Amendment. 5:00 They acknowledge that artists often express political views through their work and note differences in how art is supported in different countries, such as Germany's grants for techno clubs. The conversation touches on the challenges faced by…

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07 Israeli Diaries: The wife of an IDF reservist - Hear Aviva's Story 14:54

3M ago14:54

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Meet Aviva, who talks about her experience of sending her husband who already completed his army tour, back to war. She talks about the eerie experience and similarities of what she experienced versus what her mother experienced in Israel at the time of the Yom Kippur War, as well as the psychological challenges of suddenly facing your family-life …

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06 Israeli Diaries: Israeli Startups in the Israel-Hamas War - Hear Yaffa's Story 16:34

4M ago16:34

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Meet Yaffa, who was spending time with her family in peace and celebration like thousands of Israelis when in a split second, everything changed. Going from a family gathering to racing home in fear for their lives, Yaffa shares her experience of 7 October. She talks about the reality of having to let your partner go to the army, not knowing when y…

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05 Israeli Diaries: Hid My Baby From Hamas For 26 Hours - Hear Sarit's Story 1:13:31

4M ago1:13:31

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Meet Sarit, a mother, wife and reservist who was caught quite literally in the middle of the most horrific storm of survival Israel has seen in the 21st century. They live in Kibbutz Alumim, located a mere couple of miles from Gaza. In this podcast, she talks about the reality they faced, spending 26 hours in hiding, seeing their homes and people d…

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04 Israeli Diaries: Severely Injured IDF Soldier's Wife - Hear Dena's Story 34:46

4M ago34:46

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Meet Dena, the devoted wife of an IDF tank commander who was severely injured during the war that started on 7 October 2023 by one of the Islamic Republic's terrorist proxies, Hamas. In this podcast she talks about the reality of receiving that dreaded call from the IDF, navigating three children amidst the chaos, including a newborn baby. She talk…

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03 Israeli Diaries: 3 Of My Sons Fought In Gaza - Hear Daniela's Story 17:51

4M ago17:51

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An unprecedented attack made on your home country and people is tragic, but imagine on top of that you have three of your children sent into the middle of the heat of war between the IDF and one of the Islamic Republic's terrorist proxies, Hamas. Hear Daniela's chilling account as a mother who had to endure sending her three sons to war, managing h…

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02 Israeli Diaries: A Rabbi & IDF Reservist's Wife - Hear Shira's Story 15:03

4M ago15:03

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How is it to have your husband called to war, from an unexpected attack by one of the Islamic Republic's terrorist proxies, Hamas? Hear Shira retell her account from the reality many Israelis faced amidst a weekend that was supposed to be for communion, celebration and peace; when their loved ones were attacked and called to war. Overnight thousand…

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Making Changes to Drive Student Success With Dena Mortensen 55:17

4M ago55:17

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“There's nothing that's going to change student achievement more powerfully than the teacher, but it's very difficult for the teacher to do that job if they don't have support from leadership at the top,” Dena Mortensen, Ed.D. explains in Episode 7 of All For Literacy™. Mortensen sits down with host Dr. Liz Brooke to discuss a boots-on-the-ground p…

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01 Israeli Diaries: An IDF Sniper and 7 Oct '23 - Hear Adam's Story 24:56

4M ago24:56

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Meet Adam Ben Kiki, whose story is that of a father, husband and IDF sniper in the Israel-Hamas-war in Gaza. Hear his tale of triumph, miracles and the personal aftermath of war that goes beyond the soldiers; but their families as well. 🇮🇱 If you want to know the reality that Israelis have been facing daily since the Hamas terrorist attack on Israe…

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An Interview with Gloria Jolley and Paola Velasquez, Chapter Mentorship Program Co-Chairs 34:57

4M ago34:57

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WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Gloria Jolley and Paola Velasquez Stephanie is joined by Gloria Jolley and Paola Velasquez, The WICT Network: Southern California Chapter Mentorship Program Co-Chairs. Gloria and Paola highlight the WICT Network: Southern California Mentorship Program, how the program works, how to be a part of it, and the …

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Sparking Educational Change Through Documentary Film With Harvey Hubbell V 25:27

4M ago25:27

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“This has been a long, crazy journey of me trying to figure out what the heck is going on with education,” says Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker Harvey Hubbell V in Season 2, Episode 6 of All For Literacy™. Hubbell sits down with host Dr. Liz Brooke for an insightful look into how documentary films affect the educational system and the scie…

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How Social Media Can Boost the Science of Reading With Jessica Farmer 34:45

5M ago34:45

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What role can social media play in advancing the science of reading movement? Recorded live during Plain Talk About Literacy and Learning 2024 in New Orleans, host Dr. Liz Brooke sits down with literacy influencer Jessica Farmer to discuss how social media provides an effective platform for transferring data-backed practices to educators, administr…

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Episode #124 R.P. Dena talks with talkPOPc participant Malka about censorship and Gaza conflict 21:15

5M ago21:15

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1:00 They discuss a recent revisitation of a censorship project in light of challenges faced on American campuses. Malka encounters a family member who mentioned students leaving Brooklyn College due to feeling attacked during Palestinian demonstrations, highlighting the diversity of perspectives and experiences among students. 5:00 They discuss th…

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Episode #125 R.P. Dena talks with talkPOPc participant Joshua about art, expression, and censorship 24:26

5M ago24:26

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1:00 They discuss the significance of the arts in facilitating free speech and expression. 5:00 They delve into the complexities of humor and artistic expression in navigating sensitive topics. 8:00 They ponder the concept of censorship in theater, admitting uncertainty about its bounds as they haven't experienced it firsthand. However, they sugges…

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Episode #119 Magdeburg Seminar (in German) 1:30:41

5M ago1:30:41

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Support the Show. Twitter: @talkpopc Instagram: @talkpopcBy Dena Shottenkirk

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Fostering Educational Equity With Dr. Gretchen Givens Generett 1:01:00

5M ago1:01:00

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“I can’t talk about how I understand the research without first going into…the history and the experiences of the communities that I’m looking to serve,” Dr. Gretchen Givens Generett says in Season 2, Episode 4 of All For Literacy. Host Dr. Liz Brooke has a compassionate discussion with Generett about understanding the lived experiences of students…

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An Interview with LaFaye Baker, Stunt Coordinator & Executive Director of Diamond in the Raw 37:49

5M ago37:49

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WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews LaFaye Baker Stephanie is joined by LaFaye Baker, Stunt Cordinator & Executive Director of Diamond in the Raw. LaFaye Baker is the first African American stuntwoman to coordinate a big budget project, HBO’s special Introducing Dorothy Dandridge starring Halle Berry. LaFaye is an Intimacy Coordinator and als…

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Using the Science of Writing to Support Literacy Instruction With Dr. Young-Suk Kim 55:58

6M ago55:58

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How intrinsically linked are the skills for reading and writing? In Season 2, Episode 14 of All For Literacy, Dr. Young-Suk Kim joins host Dr. Liz Brooke for a technically in-depth conversation about the interconnectedness of reading and writing skills. In tandem with a provided visual aid, Kim and Brooke deeply explore the Direct and Indirect Effe…

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An Interview with Merideth Mehlberg, Author & Executive Coach 31:50

7M ago31:50

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WICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Merideth Mehlberg Stephanie is joined by Merideth Mehlberg, Author & Executive Coach. Merideth is an executive coach, career strategist and CEO peer facilitator. She helps senior leaders elevate their performance, impact and career fulfillment. Merideth is also the author of, Your Finest Work: Career Fulfil…

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Supporting Teachers Through Adolescent Literacy Efforts With Rhonda Nelson 58:21:00

7M ago58:21:00

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“You could have the best curriculum, but without teachers understanding what you're asking of them or why they need to shift their practice, there will always be…distrust in the curriculum,” Rhonda Nelson says in this episode of All For Literacy with host Dr. Liz Brooke. Rhonda Nelson is the curriculum instruction and assessment coordinator for the…

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Research Insight Into Adolescent Literacy with Dr. Sharon Vaughn and Dr. Jeanne Wanzek 57:22

7M ago57:22

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Are you implementing up-to-date research findings in your school or classroom? Season 1 of All For Literacy frequently touched on the issue of connecting educators with new and established research and how to best apply evidence-based findings in the classroom. To kick off Season 2, two influential education researchers join host Dr. Liz Brooke for…

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Episode #118 R.P. Shottenkirk speak in Prague at Jilska 14 with Victoria about art, peacemaking, and God 22:50

7M ago22:50

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Timestamps: 00:10: Introductions with Victoria 01:50: What does Art do for people? What's the point? Opening a door to philosophy/psychology. Sharing experiences between nations perhaps. 03:55: Art starts in a place, in a culture and is a representation of that. Art spreading allows movement from culture to culture. A transference of knowledge. But…

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Episode #117: Resident Philosopher Vincent Peluce talks with talkPOPc participant Levi about censorship 1:13:44

8M ago1:13:44

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00 - 6:55 Vincent and Levi debate whether there are kinds of speech that one should censor. Levi argued that censorship should be avoided in general, not just of government speech but of social speech. After all, people are too sensitive to censorship to ask questions. Vincent acknowledged that censorship is a hard topic these days, citing neo-Nazi…

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