Best My Kind of Weird Productions Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 16: Feel Your Feelings with Inside Out (2015) and Screen Cares 50:49

7M ago50:49

50:49

During the holiday season, heightened stress and emotions aren't uncommon. And that's ok! This week, Weirdschooling brings you a special Screen Cares episode to remind you of the value of feeling your feelings...and not just the "good" ones. Screen Cares hosts, Jennie & Sarah, explore how the film, Inside Out (2015) can be used as a tool to broaden…

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Episode 15: Fight Discrimination with Nimona (2023) and Screen Cares 38:23

8M ago38:23

38:23

Today, we've brought you another Screen Cares episode in which hosts Sarah & Jennie respond to a listener's question: "...Is there a film that I could show my children that demonstrates how important it is to be an active ally?" As Weirdschoolers, we may utilize different learning techniques, but we all fervently believe in the value of contributin…

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Episode 14: Flush Parenting and Educational Norms Down the Toilet with Screen Cares 45:05

8M ago45:05

45:05

As proud weirdos, we embrace the unconventional in our approaches to learning, education, parenting and life. And in today's special bonus episode, your familiar and friendly Weirdschooling co-hosts share our other show: Screen Cares. This Screen Cares episode was hand-picked for our Weirdschooling community because it shows how watching the wonder…

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Episode 11: Boost Your Potential with Brooke Lam of Keeping Families Well 45:40

8M ago45:40

45:40

Weirdschoolers-- we care about you. It can be hard to focus on learning when your mind or body doesn't feel like it is cooperating-- and we've been there. So, for this week's episode, we wanted to share the gift of thinking differently about health. Brooke Lam, a wonderful Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach who owns and operates Keeping Fam…

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Episode 10: Libraries and Books Are For Everyone (and so is Mychal Threets!) 41:11

9M ago41:11

41:11

When you watch Mychal Threets' videos and reels, you might feel like you've been invited into a cozy corner table at your favorite library for a friendly chat. He's gone viral for sharing his love of books and his warm and fuzzy stories from his daily adventures as a supervising librarian in the Solano County Library system. However, Mychal isn't j…

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Episode 9: Using Joy and Wonder to Create Culturally-Centered, Nature-Based Education with Dr. Ashley Brailsford 34:00

9M ago34:00

34:00

Weirdschooling co-hosts, Jennie & Sarah, learn what it means to power outdoor learning experiences with purpose and professional excellence from the founder of Unearthing Joy, Dr. Ashley Brailsford. Unearthing Joy has helped thousands of families across the country celebrate Indigenous, Black and Other People of the Global Majority’s experiences wi…

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Episode 8: Changing Lives Through Barrier-Free Fun at Camp for All 29:32

9M ago29:32

29:32

People of all abilities deserve to get to enjoy spaces in which they can have fun, challenge their limits, increase their self-confidence and just exist without the stigma of labels, all in a safe place that was built to gift the experience of a lifetime. Children and adults can do all this (and more!) at Camp for All. Join Weirdschooling Co-Hosts,…

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Episode 7: How to Build a Family-Centered Life at Home & Around the World, Asking Big Questions with Maverick Family 32:35

9M ago32:35

32:35

Can you travel the world while educating your children? Do you really need your job or your home? Are you and your partner capable of a truly 50/50 parenting? Are you living your dream family lifestyle? We're asking big questions in this episode of Weirdschooling. Co-hosts, Sarah and Jennie are joined by parents, spouses, entrepreneurs, worldschool…

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A "Scary" Weirdschooling Update 1:40

10M ago1:40

1:40

Tune in to this short episode for a "scary" update about your dedicated hosts, Sarah & Jennie, and what weirdness they're up to this week! Feel like screen time can feel a bit meaningless? Check out our other podcast, Screen Cares. for new perspectives on why movies matter, and how to use movie nights to create conversations and connections. Nashvi…

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Episode 6: The Art of Making History Fun and Inclusive, A Conversation with Mint and Bloom Learning 32:28

10M ago32:28

32:28

Weirdschooling co-hosts, Sarah and Jennie, love history. But not the kind that only tells one white-washed side of the story. Uplifting historical events that have been omitted from many standard texts isn't weird, it's important and valuable. Like many educators, we've found it to be a challenge to find a history curriculum that is secular, progre…

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Episode 5: Extra Credit Religion and Science: "Opposites" Attract 33:35

10M ago33:35

33:35

Weirdschooling co-hosts, Sarah and Jennie, completed a big extra credit homework assignment based on the discussion in last week’s episode with Saltwater Studies’ founder, Christa Jewett. Jennie and Sarah researched, read tons of studies, articles, excerpts of books and historical works, then came to a weird conclusion: religion and science may not…

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Episode 4: Sea Cucumber Poop, Marine Biology and Faith: A Conversation with Christa Jewett, founder of Saltwater Studies, Inc. 30:58

10M ago30:58

30:58

This week’s Weirdschooling guest, Christa Jewett, has a "weird" idea! She believes that science and faith can co-exist! In Episode 4, Christa shares how her passion for teaching and weird marine life runs as deeply as her faith in God. Weirdschooling co-hosts, Jennie and Sarah, learn from Christa that what's most important in marine education is to…

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Episode 3:Extra Credit Research Gives Adults and Kids the Green Light for Nature Immersion 34:03

11M ago34:03

34:03

We loved getting to talk with Nashville Nature Explorers’ co-creator, Judy Scoville, in an earlier companion episode about the value of nature immersion for both kids and adults. Judy shared her own personal story of how being in nature has impacted her journey as a student and now, as an educator. This week, we go beyond the anecdotal and share ex…

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Episode 2: Why Nature Immersion? A Discussion with Guest Judy Scoville, Co-Founder of Nature Explorers 35:09

11M ago35:09

35:09

Weirdschooling co-hosts Sarah and Jennie learn how Nature Explorers co-founder and lead teacher, Judy Scoville uses nature immersion to connect with students of diverse ages, backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles. Judy discusses how early outdoor educational experiences-both as a student and a teacher-inspired her to create a learning program…

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Episode 1: Educational Origin Stories 29:13

11M ago29:13

29:13

Weirdschooling co-hosts, Jennie & Sarah, consider learning and teaching to be superhuman powers we’re all capable of possessing. Origin stories are the best kind of superhero stories, so in our episode, we share tales of our educational past and how they shape our educational present. Listen to learn more about what we mean when we embrace the word…

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Weirdschooling: Learning Outside of the Box (Trailer) 1:29

11M ago1:29

1:29

Weirdschooling is now in session! Look for Season 1 on Wednesday August 23, 2023 wherever you enjoy podcasts. Co-hosts Sarah & Jennie are experienced educators, problem-solvers, friends, and parents who tackle common educational challenges with unconventional but effective solutions. Listeners can expect to gain knowledge and insights through frequ…

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My Kind Of Weird Productions Podcasts

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Episode 16: Feel Your Feelings with Inside Out (2015) and Screen Cares 50:49

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Episode 15: Fight Discrimination with Nimona (2023) and Screen Cares 38:23

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Episode 14: Flush Parenting and Educational Norms Down the Toilet with Screen Cares 45:05

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Episode 11: Boost Your Potential with Brooke Lam of Keeping Families Well 45:40

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Episode 10: Libraries and Books Are For Everyone (and so is Mychal Threets!) 41:11

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Episode 9: Using Joy and Wonder to Create Culturally-Centered, Nature-Based Education with Dr. Ashley Brailsford 34:00

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Episode 8: Changing Lives Through Barrier-Free Fun at Camp for All 29:32

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Episode 7: How to Build a Family-Centered Life at Home & Around the World, Asking Big Questions with Maverick Family 32:35

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A "Scary" Weirdschooling Update 1:40

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Episode 6: The Art of Making History Fun and Inclusive, A Conversation with Mint and Bloom Learning 32:28

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Episode 5: Extra Credit Religion and Science: "Opposites" Attract 33:35

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Episode 4: Sea Cucumber Poop, Marine Biology and Faith: A Conversation with Christa Jewett, founder of Saltwater Studies, Inc. 30:58

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Episode 3:Extra Credit Research Gives Adults and Kids the Green Light for Nature Immersion 34:03

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Episode 2: Why Nature Immersion? A Discussion with Guest Judy Scoville, Co-Founder of Nature Explorers 35:09

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Episode 1: Educational Origin Stories 29:13

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Weirdschooling: Learning Outside of the Box (Trailer) 1:29

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