Best Klamm Podcasts (2024)

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Using AI to write IEP goals and manage service plans (with Sean Klamm) 1:03:45

13d ago1:03:45

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No one working in special ed has ever said, “I chose this career so I could do paperwork all evening and weekend.” Yet many realize after getting into the field that administrative demands can take away from time spent with students or collaborating with colleagues. That’s why I was so excited to connect with Sean Klamm, special educator and founde…

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Literacy and background knowledge: Essential skills for life (with Dr. Pamela Snow) 1:07:36

6h ago1:07:36

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The most effective reading instructional practices aren’t always the ones that gain traction. It’s the ones with the most successful marketing campaigns. The best marketer wins; but this certainly isn’t a win for the students who go without effective instruction or the school staff struggling to support them. That’s why I was so excited to talk wit…

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AgCast Deep Dive: Catching Up with Congressman Crawford 15:59

1h ago15:59

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Rep. Rick Crawford stopped by the AgCast studio to share updates on his work in D.C. On this Deep Dive episode, we talk about his leadership of the Ag Labor Working Group within the House Ag Committee. Rep. Crawford walks us through the recommendations of that group, how those could become a reality for farmers and the significance of bi-partisan a…

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Unpacking the early literacy debate and building a foundation in PreK (with Jane Gebers) 1:11:13

8d ago1:11:13

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The literacy space has become increasingly polarizing since the reading wars began. There are a number of debates and questions that continue, including: Will kids learn to read “naturally”? What did the whole language approach get right, if anything? Is explicit phonics instruction just a pendulum swing (and is focusing on phonics enough)? Are we …

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AgCast Deep Dive: Catching Up with Congressman Westerman 26:13

7d ago26:13

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Congressman Bruce Westerman stopped by the AgCast studio to share some updates on his work in D.C. On this Deep Dive episode, we talk about his work as chair of the House Natural Resources Committee and how that’s beneficial to the Natural State. In addition, we recap the impact his America’s Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act will have on local com…

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Avian Influenza in Mammals, USDA’s Prospective Planting Outlook and Much More! 42:42

14d ago42:42

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Avian influenza has made its way to mammals, and we talk about what that means for other industries in agriculture and consumers at the grocery store. We also cover the new heavy-duty truck rules on emissions that could impact farmers in the near future. Plus, conservation funding available from USDA and the outlook on row crop acres in the U.S. th…

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Becoming a literacy leader and advocating for the right to read (with Brianna Guild) 51:11

16d ago51:11

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Related service providers are often considered subject matter experts. Our role is to support other members of multidisciplinary teams like teachers, parents and administrators. But many clinicians I’ve talked to started their careers feeling like a “jack of all trades, master of none”. Some feel that graduate school was all theory and no practice.…

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AgCast Deep Dive: A Farm Bill Update With Sen. Boozman 11:32

27d ago11:32

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We welcome Sen. John Boozman back to the studio for an update on the farm bill, including his thoughts on the likelihood Congress will pass one in 2024. Sen. Boozman also shares some priorities he and his colleagues have for the framework of the legislation and we even find out what’s on the menu for his family’s Easter celebration.…

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Therapy session structure, narrative language, and commentary on gestalt language processing 51:41

25d ago51:41

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In this episode, I share a special Q & A session I did with the members of Language Therapy Advance Foundations; my program that provides service providers with a research-based framework for language therapy. I get a lot of questions about how to make the transition between preschool to school-age, what language therapy activities are appropriate …

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Congressional Hearings on Foreign Land Ownership, Arkansas Farmers Lend a Hand to Texas and More 44:55

1M ago44:55

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We take a look at the latest round of tariffs leveed on Russian grain from the European Union, plus Congress is holding hearings on the topic of foreign-owned ag land in the U.S. We also share how Arkansas farmers are sending hay to help Texas farmers impacted by their state’s record-setting wildfires and tell you how to play a role in the next rou…

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Debriefing, de-escalation, and relationship repair (with Crissy Mombela) 56:37

29d ago56:37

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Our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors don’t have to define us. This is an important thing to remember for adults dealing with professional burnout and compassion fatigue; and it’s also important to model for kids. When school discipline focuses on punitive measures alone, we miss out on opportunities to teach kids how to manage emotions or repair m…

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The Ag Labor Working Group Report is Out, State Water Plan Updates and More 42:02

1M ago42:02

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We review the highlights of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee’s Ag Labor Working Group final report and recommendations to address challenges in the H2A program. Also, funds are available to help farmers markets across the state and we have all the details, plus more funding from USDA on climate-smart ag programs and a call for input on the reva…

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The cost of caring: Compassion fatigue in education and healthcare (with Crissy Mombela) 1:09:11

1M ago1:09:11

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People working in school or medical settings are in a position to be caring for others in their professional lives; which makes it difficult to leave work at work. When you combine that with relationships outside of work, family responsibilities or having a child with a disability, there’s a high risk of burnout. I invited Crissy Mombela to episode…

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Reviewing the State Levee System, How the EPA Wants to Better Understand Ag and Much More 44:19

2M ago44:19

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In this episode, we explore the reasons behind the EPA’s opening of its new Office of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, and we calculate the impacts of 2023 weather disasters on crops in Arkansas. We also explore USDA's efforts to protect livestock and poultry farmers and cover Gov. Sarah Sanders' initiative to review Arkansas' levees, plus a lot more…

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Does your SYSTEM support your policy and your curriculum? (with Jalita Johnson) 1:04:28

2M ago1:04:28

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If we try to make schools in the US more like schools in other countries, will that result in more effective practices? Why do policies work in some districts, but not others? Many ideas sound good on paper; but the people working with students or leading schools are telling a different story. That’s why I invited reading specialist Jalita Johnson …

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Deep Dive: Arkansas’ Ag Census Data with Mike Klamm 19:26

2M ago19:26

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We invited Mike Klamm with USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service to join the AgCast and discuss the data from the latest Ag Census. From the number of family farms in the Natural State to the average age of farmers and a trend that might surprise you. We cover a lot of numbers on this episode, you don’t want to miss it.…

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BONUS: SEEing to Lead: Seeing the whole staircase (with Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan) 57:13

2M ago57:13

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This week, I’m sharing an interview I did with another host on the BE podcast network because I think it’s something you’ll really enjoy. The episode is going live in the De Facto Leaders podcast feed. Dr. Chris Jones has been an educator in Massachusetts for 22 years. His experience in the classroom ranged from 8th - 11th grade working in an urban…

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USDA’s Ag Census Data, Changing Pork Prices and Consumption & Much More! 43:32

2M ago43:32

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The latest Ag Census data was recently released, and we break down Arkansas’ numbers. You may be surprised to learn what changed in the five years since the last census. We also talk about the Brazilian soybean and corn crop with data from the latest WASDE, including weather impacts. All of that and more on this episode.…

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Am I influencing or trying to control? Reframing advocacy and clinical leadership (with Candice Noss) 47:41

2M ago47:41

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There’s a difference between influence and control. Whether we’re making suggestions to a coworker, asking a supervisor for support, setting expectations with kids, or interacting with someone in an online forum…we’re all attempting to create behavioral change. In “helping people” professions, it’s easy to get emotionally involved with our work. Th…

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Deep Dive: U.S. Beef Cattle Inventory and Price Trends 18:21

2M ago18:21

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On this episode, we sit down with ag economist Jake Cartwright for a closer look at current beef cattle prices and what could be driving them to near record-setting high levels. We'll also cover how market prices will likely make their way to grocery shelves and what that means for your bank account.…

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Audiobooks, homework research, and the "read for 20 minutes" rule 30:40

2M ago30:40

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If the schools are devoting time and money to improving reading instruction, how should the rest of the day look for kids as it pertains to literacy? Should parents be working with kids at home? If so, how much? What about reading? Can we use apps to help build language skills? How about audiobooks? A common recommendation is that we should read 20…

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USDA Data on Projected Net Farm Income, a New Court Ruling on Dicamba & Much More! 47:37

2M ago47:37

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This episode covers the latest report on net farm income projections for 2024 and why it might set a record. We have some tips for farmers planning to be in the fields during the solar eclipse on April 8. We’ll also talk about the YF&R convention coming up and some menu options for the big game.By Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation

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Unlocking success through sensory processing and team collaboration (with Maude Le Roux) 1:05:16

2M ago1:05:16

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When I first learned about the field of occupational therapy, I had a very superficial understanding of what it entailed. In the school systems, it seemed like referrals often focused on fine-motor skills related to school, like pencil grip. When I learned about sensory processing, I discovered that it’s so much more than that; and I realized how i…

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A Recap of Arkansas’s Agriculture Industry in 2023, Tax Relief for Farmers and Families & Much More! 41:47

3M ago41:47

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This week we cover the “State of the State: Arkansas Ag Industry” report recently released by Talk Business & Politics. We also discuss breaking news from the U.S. House of Representatives, covering newly passed legislation that brings tax relief to American farmers and families and a lot more agriculture news. We had a bit of fun too since Feb. 2 …

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High school language therapy: Do we still have time to make an impact? (with Tiffany Shahoumian-Ruiz) 48:15

3M ago48:15

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Language therapy often focuses on early intervention; but what happens if students continue to struggle with language in the high school years? Many SLPs are pressured to drop students from their caseloads or move to a consult-only model when students transition to secondary school. Yet that often means many students enter adulthood lacking skills …

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Coverage from the Arkansas Grown Conference, AFBF Convention Recap and More! 45:40

3M ago45:40

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We took the show on the road this week and recorded this episode live from the Arkansas Grown Conference in Hot Springs. We recap all the news from the American Farm Bureau Convention, chat about all the buzz around the Hot Springs Convention Center and have a discussion with Greg Matteson from the Farm Credit Council about resources available for …

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The six stages of financial independence for therapists and educators (with Ben Hockema) 42:10

3M ago42:10

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In this conversation, Ben Hockema and I discuss how to create a solid financial plan in your career so you can focus your time and energy on the impact you can make. We discuss all kinds of possibilities; whether you want to stay in your current position as a therapist and/or teacher, whether you want to add an additional income stream, or whether …

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John Deere and Space X Team Up, New WASDE Data Plus Much More! 41:55

3M ago41:55

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On this episode, we take a closer look at the first WASDE report from 2024 and why production numbers increased since last month. We also tell you how a new partnership between John Deere and Space X could bring better connectivity to equipment on the farm.By Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation

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Building financial literacy from elementary school through adulthood (with Ben Hockema) 53:50

3M ago53:50

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Executive functioning and financial literacy go hand-in-hand; which is why money management should be a part of any K-12 curriculum. Much of this has to do with self-evaluation, the ability to think into the future, and the understanding of quantitative and temporal concepts. There are endless digital tools designed to help people manage their fina…

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Deep Dive: USDA Funding Available for Arkansas Farmers 20:58

3M ago20:58

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On this episode, we talk with Alvin Peer from Arkansas NRCS about the new ACT NOW funding model for EQIP applications. If you’re pursuing funding for high tunnel, soil health or energy initiatives, you don’t want to miss this episode. The $19 million in funding will be available over a 30-day period beginning Jan. 22.Zoom Link: https://uada.zoom.us…

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New USDA Funding Opportunities, Food Commodity Prices are Down and Much More! 43:42

3M ago43:42

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On this episode, we share how you can ACT NOW to get Environmental Quality Incentives Program funding faster than ever before, there’s a new round of USDA investment in meat processing and much more. Plus, we offer a few ideas on how you might spend your snow day this weekend.By Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation

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Becoming a school founder and empowering students through project-based learning (with Tanya Sheckley) 1:01:40

3M ago1:01:40

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Many people working in K-12 education have ambitions to start their own company where they have the ability to redesign the way student learning happens. The motivation often comes from wanting to create a scenario where they feel less constrained, more innovative, and more impactful. When I ventured into self-employment, I found that many of the “…

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Deep Dive: Congressman Steve Womack 19:44

4M ago19:44

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On this episode we invited Congressman Steve Womack into the studio to talk about the priorities of his work based on input from Arkansas farmers and ranchers. Congressman Womack also gives us some great insight into his recent trip to the South Pole, and how work there impacts Arkansans every day.By Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation

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Deep Dive: Getting to Know Dr. John Anderson 42:43

4M ago42:43

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On this episode we invited Dr. John Anderson, new director of the U of A Cooperative Extension, to share his vision for the organization he now leads. We’ll also learn a bit about Dr. Anderson’s background in agriculture and how he likes to spend his free time.By Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation

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