Best Lauren Burrows Podcasts (2024)

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S2 EP 13 Claudett Edie on Empowering Students Through Project-Based Learning 42:03

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 13 Claudett Edie Library Media Specialist, Leestown Middle School Introduction of Guest BIO – Claudett Edie, a former High School English and Science teacher, is not just an educator, but a passionate advocate for Project-Based Learning (PBL). With over a decade of experience in PBL, she brings a wealth of knowledge and ded…

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S2 EP12 Revolutionizing Computer Science Education: The Impact of WeLead CS and ILEAD Academy with Alicia Sells 39:53

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 12 Alicia Sells CEO, We Lead CS, Inc Quote of the Podcast – "Nothing is impossible. The word itself says I'm possible" - Audrey Hepburn Introduction of Guest BIO – Alicia Sells is the CEO of We Lead CS, Inc. She worked with the Kentucky General Assembly to establish the We Lead CS Virtual Computer Science Career Academy to …

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S2 EP11 From Classroom to Community Impact: Robert Gunn's Journey from Educator to Equity Officer 52:29

1M ago52:29

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 11 Robert Earl Gunn Metro United Way Quotes of the Podcast – 1. Until lions have historians, hunters will never cease to be heroes. 2. I'd rather be hated for who I am than loved for who I am not. Introduction of Guest BIO – Robert Earl Gunn Jr. was born in South Bend, Indiana and has served the community for the past two d…

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S2 EP 10 Educational Justice and Cultural Identity: Luisa Sanchez’s Journey 22:10

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 10 Luisa Sanchez KSVT – Kentucky Student Voice Team Quotes of the Podcast – "Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest abilities, because in each of us there is a private hope and dream which, fulfilled, can be translated into benefit for everyone and greater strength for our Nation.” -JFK 1961 Intro…

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S2 EP9 Transforming Struggling Readers: Insights from Dr. Joe Lockavitch 46:04

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 9 Dr. Joe Lockavitch Founder, President, Author Failure Free Reading Introduction of Guest BIO – With a remarkable background as a former teacher, school psychologist, professor, and special education director, Dr. Joe Lockavitch is a true pioneer in the field of literacy education. He’s not just an educator; he’s the autho…

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S2 EP 8 Harnessing Teacher Leadership for Deeper Learning with Lauren Hill 23:24

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 8 Lauren Hill ELA Teacher Leestown Middle School CEPS Facilitator Quotes of the Podcast – “All learning is worthwhile” - Anonymous “Do one thing every day that scares you.” ― Eleanor Roosevelt Introduction of Guest BIO – Lauren Hill (NBCT): Lauren (she/her) teaches middle school ELA at Leestown Middle School in Lexington, K…

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S2 Episode 7 Empowering Youth Voices: Rachel Belin on a Vision for Equitable Education 37:50

3M ago37:50

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 7 Rachel Belin Managing Partner Kentucky Student Voice Team Quote of the Podcast – “Democracy must be learned by each generation.” This is an adaptation of a John Dewey quote by Earle T. Hawkins, the founder of the Maryland Youth and Government program. Introduction of Guest BIO – Rachel Burg Belin (she/her) is the Managing…

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S2 Episode 6 Amanda Burrows on Innovations in Education: A Deeper Learning Perspective 24:10

3M ago24:10

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 6 Amanda Burrows Deeper Learning Director, CKEC Quote of the Podcast – Our job, as teachers, is not to "prepare" kids for something; our job is to help kids learn to prepare themselves for anything. - AJ Juliani Introduction of Guest BIO – Amanda Burrows is the Deeper Learning Director at Central Kentucky Educational Cooper…

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Season 2 Episode 5 The KC7 Effect: Revolutionizing Cyber Education with Greg Schloemer 33:09

4M ago33:09

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 5 Greg Schloemer Threat Intelligence Analyst at Microsoft Vice-President/Co-Founder of KC7 Foundation Quote of the Podcast – "Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin Introduction of Guest BIO – Greg is a threat intelligence analyst at Microsoft who focuses on tracking …

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S2 EP4 Nema Brewer - Protecting Educators and Building Community Trust 35:19

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 4 Nema Brewer Organizer Accidental Activist Quote of the Podcast – “Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.”- James Baldwin Introduction of Guest BIO – A working mom and wife, Nema became an accidental activist for public education in 2017 and hasn’t shut up since Interview…

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S2 EPISODE 3 Barnett Berry - Rethinking Teachers' Roles in a Changing World 36:26

5M ago36:26

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 3 Barnett Berry Senior Advisor, What School Could Be Senior Research Fellow, Learning Policy Institute Quote of the Podcast – “Getting to scale with deeper, student-led learning requires teachers who “increasingly to think of themselves as operating in a web of professional relations that influence their daily decisions, ra…

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Season 2 EP2 Adam Watson - Gamification of Education 43:04

6M ago43:04

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PODCAST Season 2 EPISODE 2 Adam Watson Deeper Learning Design Specialist, OVEC Quote of the Podcast – “Follow your bliss.” -- Joseph Campbell Introduction of Guest BIO – ADAM WATSON (@watsonedtech) is a Kentucky educator with a passion for edtech. Starting as an English teacher in 2005, he was named Teacher of the Year at South Oldham High School i…

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Season 2 Episode 1 Gregg Behr, When You Wonder You're Learning 32:38

6M ago32:38

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PODCAST EPISODE Season 2 Episode 1 Gregg Behr Executive Director, The Grable Foundation Chair, Remake Learning Co-Author, When You Wonder, You're Learning Quote of the Podcast – "Everyone longs to be loved. And the greatest thing we can do is to let people know that they are loved and capable of loving.” Fred Rogers Introduction of Guest BIO – Greg…

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EP 24 Dr. Joseph Goins CEO, NS4ed 45:18

7M ago45:18

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Dr. Joseph Goins CEO, NS4ed Quote of the Podcast – “To find what one is fitted to do and secure the opportunity to do it is the key to happiness”. John Dewey Introduction of Guest BIO – Dr. Joseph L. Goins’s career began as a vocational educator in Tennessee, where he had the opportunity to develop the foundational skills program for learners with …

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Ep 23 Amy Breeding McVey, Vice President Improvement Services, Cognia, Inc. 37:12

7M ago37:12

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PODCAST EPISODE 23 Amy Breeding McVey Vice President Improvement Services, Cognia, Inc. Quote of the Podcast – "Learning and growth have no finish line" - John Maxwell Introduction of Guest BIO – Amy McVey currently serves as Vice President of Improvement Services with Cognia, a nonprofit supporting institutions, teachers, leaders, and learners in …

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EP 22 Justin Reich Associate Professor at MIT Author: Iterate 34:32

8M ago34:32

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PODCAST EPISODE 22 Justin Reich Associate Professor at MIT Author: Iterate Quote of the Podcast – For 20 years, I’ve worked in schools on all kinds of projects: transforming curriculum, integrating technology, re-engaging students, and making school meaningful and relevant to young people and families. Whatever you are working on, every successful …

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EP 21 Truc Nguyen - Student, Founder Possibility Productions 25:51

8M ago25:51

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PODCAST EPISODE 21 Truc Nguyen Founder Possibility Productions FCPS Dept of Innovation Intern Quote of the Podcast – “Nothing lasts” I made up this quote and I love it because it is that grey area between optimism and pessimism. Introduction of Guest BIO – Truc was born in Vietnam and lived in Texas until 2018. She is currently a senior at Tates Cr…

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EP 20 Allison Sloan Special Education Teacher and Administrator of Kentucky Teachers In the Know 45:58

9M ago45:58

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PODCAST EPISODE 20 Allison Slone Special Education Teacher Administrator of Kentucky Teachers In the Know Quote of the Podcast – “I’d rather scream! Silence is a crying shame.” Introduction of Guest BIO – Alliso Slone has been a special education teacher since January of 1999 in the Rowan County School System. She is also the administrator and foun…

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UK Evaluation Society (The Free Version): Negotiating Feminist Principles 1:08:26

9M ago1:08:26

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At the 2023 UK Evaluation Society presentation, we synthesised our experience with national and international non-governmental organisations, focusing on the pragmatic application of Kimberlé Crenshaw's intersectionality and the Data Feminism principles of Catherine D'Ignazio and Lauren F. Klein while addressing ethical considerations and strategie…

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EP 19 Dr. Laurel Martin - Junior Achievement of the Bluegrass 31:31

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PODCAST EPISODE 19 Dr. Laurel Martin President Junior Achievement Quote of the Podcast – “Believe in your heart that you are meant to live a life full of passion, purpose, magic, and miracles.” Introduction of Guest BIO – Laurel Raimondo Martin serves as the President of Junior Achievement and has been in that role since 2020. She has worked in the…

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EP 18 Marcey Ansley The Hearing and Speech Center 29:47

10M ago29:47

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PODCAST EPISODE 18 Marcey Ansley Executive Director The Hearing and Speech Center Quote of the Podcast – Find out who you are and do it on purpose. -Dolly Parton Introduction of Guest BIO – Marcey Ansley is nearing her 13th year as the Executive Director at The Hearing & Speech Center. In addition to this role, she has worked in nonprofit leadershi…

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EP 17 Brad Clark of Latent Talent Accelerator on Empowering Communities through Education and Workforce Solutions 32:57

10M ago32:57

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Welcome back to Education Perspectives! In today's episode, we have an incredible guest joining us. Brad Clark, a former teacher turned director of Workforce Solutions for Elon Renewables and the Director of the Kentucky Solar Energies Industries Association, will be sharing his fascinating journey in the field of education and economic development…

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Greenpeace vs. Sunak: Protest and provocation 48:02

11M ago48:02

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Please donate to the Maui Strong Fund to support victims of the fire. The Maui Strong Fund is providing financial resources to support the immediate and long-term recovery needs for the people and places affected by the devastating Maui wildfires. In this episode, we delved into the topic of Greenpeace's protest at the residence of UK Prime Ministe…

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EP 16 Sharon Mofield-Boswell, FCPS Family and Community Engagement Office 28:50

11M ago28:50

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Welcome to another insightful episode of "Education Perspectives"! In this episode, our host, Liza Holland, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with our special guest, Sharon Mofield-Boswell. Sharon, a dedicated advocate for education, shares her inspiring journey from being an active member of the PTA to her current role as a family and co…

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Disaggregated Data: On Your Shelf or In Your Strategy? 31:10

11M ago31:10

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📬 Fan Mail Frenzy! Lauren and Teia dive deep into the mailbag this week, uncovering some juicy challenges from listeners. Why? Because they dare to ask the tough questions! And let's not forget – exclusive behind-the-scenes van pics on the way. Vantastic, right? 🎯 Main Event: Dissecting Disaggregated Data! Ever felt like "disaggregated data" sounds…

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EP 15 Jayme Gill International Baccalaureate Coordinator Tates Creek Middle School 32:35

12M ago32:35

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Jayme Gill is a deep thinker who believes in the importance of education for the functioning and development of society. Recognizing the necessity and comfort it brings, Jayme acknowledges the need to constantly evaluate and adapt the education system in order to maximize its benefits for students and the world at large. Jayme also emphasizes the r…

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Nexus Programming ---> Durable Joy 31:38

12M ago31:38

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Lauren and Teia take a close look at the buzz around the 'Triple Nexus' approach. It's about weaving humanitarian aid, development, and peace-building into one strategy, but is it really a novel idea? Tune in as your hosts unpack the Triple Nexus approach. They'll separate the hype from the substance and explore if organisations claiming to 'do the…

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EP 14 Brooke Gill Vice President and Director of Collaborative for Families and Schools Prichard Committee For Academic Excellence 34:39

12M ago34:39

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On this episode of Education Perspectives, host Liza Holland welcomes guest Brooke Gill, the vice president and director of Collaborative for Families and Schools at the Pritchard Committee. They delve into the founding of the Pritchard Committee in 1983, driven by the need to improve Kentucky's education ranking and involve communities in finding …

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Cultural Relativism: Is there a 'Right' in Rights? 31:57

1y ago31:57

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In this episode of Journey to Transformation, Lauren and Teia take on the concept of cultural relativism and its entanglement with ethical conflicts in international development. Picture a religious holiday dinner – your family tradition might dictate turkey, while another household might insist on pancakes and spam. Can one impose their tradition …

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Conflict Sensitivity: Theory into Practice - Part 2 21:22

1y ago21:22

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In part two of our deep dive into conflict sensitivity, hosts Lauren and Teia further unravel this critical approach. Conflict sensitivity – it’s more than just a buzzword; it's an essential development toolkit. But what exactly is it, and how does it shape our work in crisis-affected regions? What implications does it have for humanitarian efforts…

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EP 13 Dr. Carmen Coleman - Chief of Transformational Learning OVEC 43:17

1y ago43:17

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"On this episode of Education Perspectives, host Liza Holland welcomes Dr. Carmen Coleman, Chief of Transformational Learning at the Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative. Dr. Coleman shares her journey from being a superintendent in Danville to leading the Deeper Learning Initiative in OVAC. She discusses her realization about the limitations of foc…

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Conflict Sensitivity: Theory into Practice - Part 1 41:48

1y ago41:48

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This week, Lauren and Teia discuss conflict sensitivity. It's more than just an academic concept; it's an intrinsic part of any transformative process that warrants thoughtful understanding. We don't shy away from the tough stuff. Ethical challenges? We discuss them. Delicate dilemmas? Absolutely. Surprising trade-offs? They're on the table too. We…

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Participatory Action Research 36:24

1y ago36:24

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Teia and Lauren ARE BACK. This time traversing the realm of Participatory Action Research. They exchange academia for the actual, revealing the power of context and genuine conversations. It's an informative dive into the complexities of community dynamics and how evaluators' identities play a significant role in uncovering authentic narratives. Tu…

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EP 12 Haneen Abu Zaghrit, Social Worker Tates Creek HS 34:25

1y ago34:25

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PODCAST EPISODE 12 Haneen Abu Zaghrit Social Worker Tates Creek High School Quote of the Podcast – "So, surely with hardship comes ease." On this episode of Education Perspectives, we speak with Haneen Abu Zaghrit, a social worker from Tates Creek High School. She believes that it's important for high school students to learn how to advocate for th…

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EP 11 Dr. Landon Mascareñaz & Dr. Doannie Tran: The Open System 45:39

1y ago45:39

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PODCAST EPISODE 11 Dr. Landon Mascareñaz & Dr. Doannie Tran The Open System Institute Quotes of the Podcast – "Fortune favors the bold" "We can succeed only by concert. It is not "can any of us imagine better?" but, "can we all do better?" The dogmas of the quiet past, are inadequate to the stormy present. The occasion is piled high with difficulty…

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Hello?! White People. Do I have your attention? 53:20

1y ago53:20

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On the back of some thought-inducing conversations recently, Lauren and Teia tackle 'white allyship'. What does it mean? How does a white person know when they are (or not) a white ally? What does this look like in our everyday interactions? We take you from the coffee shop to the check out counter and to the organisation you work for... WARNING: T…

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The 'Messiah Syndrome': Why We Need to Be Heroes 40:30

1y ago40:30

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In this enlightening episode of our podcast, we delve deep into the amusing yet significant terrain of the 'Saviour Complex' and the 'Superhero Complex.' Particularly common amongst high achievers and workaholics, these fascinating psychological phenomena could be affecting you or those close to you. Are you the kind of person who's always switched…

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EP 10 Kathy Theis School Counselor Clays Mill Elementary 21:33

1y ago21:33

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PODCAST EPISODE 10 Kathy Theis School Counselor Clays Mill Elementary Poem of the Podcast – "When you get what you want in your struggle for self, and the world makes you king for a day, just go to the mirror and look at yourself, and see what that man has to say. For it isn't your father or mother or wife, whose judgment upon you must pass. The fe…

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Roaring for our Values 25:59

1y ago25:59

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Values and Jurassic Park were an unexpected meet-up in this episode. Lauren and Teia talk about a decision that echoed the cautionary wisdom of Dr Ian Malcolm from Jurassic Park: We were so preoccupied with whether we could that we didn't stop to think if we should. The decision? To cease work until they were certain that the delivery genuinely ref…

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Voicing Dissent: The Right to Protest and the King’s Coronation Chicken 45:25

1y ago45:25

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In this episode, we unpack the complex issue of the right to protest, using the recent protests at the King’s coronation as a case study. We delve into the implications of the arrests made during these protests, the controversy surrounding new protest-related legislation in the UK, and discuss the balance between freedom of expression and public sa…

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EP 9 Dr. John Nash UK Professor & Podcast Host Online Learning in the Second Half 38:54

1y ago38:54

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PODCAST EPISODE 9 John Nash UK Professor & Podcast Host Quote of the Podcast – "All design is redesign." Larry Leifer Introduction of Guest BIO – John Nash was born and raised in Silicon Valley and has 30 years of experience in leadership development, strategy design, and social science research. He’s spent the last 13 years researching how design …

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Young, Dumb, and Broke: Reflections on the World Bank 49:07

1y ago49:07

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Join us for a wild ride as the World Bank evolves under new leader Ajay Banga, tackling Fragility, Conflict, and Violence while navigating power dynamics and the controversial Gentlemen's Agreement. We talk development intrigue, power plays, and green ambitions in this thrilling tale of transformation. We briefly mention the recent Coronation. We'r…

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Camp Quirky 2023 and the pursuit of safe spaces 32:17

1y ago32:17

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Join Lauren and Teia as they share their lively adventures at Camp Quirky, the captivating van life festival in the UK. Listen to how Teia delivered an inspiring self-defence class tailored for van life owners and the duo's spirited interactions with fellow van enthusiasts. Inspired by a new space at Camp Quirky called "Camp Queerky", this got Laur…

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EP 8 Penny Christian - Education Advocate 36:13

1y ago36:13

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PODCAST EPISODE 8 Penny Christian - Parent and Education Advocate Quote of the Podcast – "Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will. If there is no struggle, there is no progress." Frederick Douglass Introduction of Guest BIO – Kathleen “Penny” Christian is a native New Orleanian who has called Lexington, KY home since…

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The Factfulness Quiz and pros and cons of Negativity Bias 55:44

1y ago55:44

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In this podcast episode, we discuss the book "Factfulness" by Hans Rosling and its key themes, including challenging misconceptions and adopting a fact-based understanding of global trends. The episode delves into the "negativity bias," a psychological phenomenon that leads us to perceive the world as more negative than it is. We explore its implic…

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The Great Divide: Oxfam's Inclusive Language Guide - Part Two 34:19

1y ago34:19

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In this second instalment of our engaging discussion on Oxfam's Inclusive Language Guide, Lauren and Teia dive deeper into the content, examining the guide's specific suggestions like using "partner" and "parenthood" as more inclusive language alternatives. They candidly share their opinions on putting these recommendations into practice and ponder…

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EP 7 Dr. Marty Mills, Principal, Tates Creek High School 29:35

1+ y ago29:35

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PODCAST EPISODE 7 Dr. Mary Mills, Principal, Tates Creek High School Quote of the Podcast – "If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be" - Maya Angelou Introduction of Guest BIO – Dr. Marty Mills is the Principal of Tates Creek High School in Lexington, KY. Dr. Mills has been a member of the Tates Creek Campus…

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The Great Divide: Oxfam's Inclusive Language Guide - Part One 41:02

1+ y ago41:02

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In part one of this two-part series, Lauren and Teia examine the recent controversy surrounding Oxfam's Inclusive Language Guide, exploring the motivations behind its creation, the reactions it has sparked, and the implications it has for broader conversations around inclusion and language. Throughout the episode, Teia and Lauren provide a nuanced …

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Talk to Loop: Transforming Feedback and Accountability with Alex Ross and Mpala Nkonkomalimba 52:51

1+ y ago52:51

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It's our 60th episode, and Lauren's going solo! She takes us on an insightful journey into the world of Talk to Loop with special guests Alex Ross, the Director of Talk to Loop and Mpala Nkonkomalimba, a Monitoring and Evaluation specialist. Talk to Loop is a groundbreaking feedback platform revolutionising the humanitarian and development sector, …

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NDAs Unravelled: Exploring Confidentiality (With a Sound Quality Disclaimer!) 35:17

1+ y ago35:17

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Get ready to dive headfirst into the mysterious realm of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) in the nonprofit sector with your trusty guides, Lauren and Teia! In this episode of Journey to Transformation, they embark on a fun, investigative, and informative adventure unravelling the hidden truths behind NDAs.They'll take you on a roller coaster ride t…

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