Best National PTA Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 190 NPTEFF Three Phase Approach to Studying 6:36

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Ep 69 - My Trauma Isn't Your Trauma 32:11

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In this episode Julie and Ginger talk about the 3Es of trauma. SAMHSA, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the US government, coined the term “the 3Es” and this has become core to the definition of trauma. The 3Es is a very basic concept but, while it is very basic, it isn’t simple. To determine if something is traumati…

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Episode 189 NPTEFF Outside Of The Classroom 15:39

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Ep 68 - Exploring Baffling Behaviors with Robyn Gobbel 48:04

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Robyn Gobbel into the studio. Robyn loves cultivating deep, resonant connections with anyone who is up for it, and especially loves teaching anyone who will listen how to harness the power of neuroscience so they can cultivate deep, resonant connections, too. Robyn says, “Really, what would change in the wor…

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Episode 188 NPTEFF Group vs Independent Studying 15:29

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Episode 187 NPTEFF Lung Auscultation Question 4:23

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Episode 186 NPTEFF CSM Recap 10:52

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Episode 185 NPTEFF Standard Deviation Question 5:43

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Episode 184 NPTEFF Emily’s Road To 800 22:28

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Ep 67 - A Conversation about Trauma-Informed Care with National PTA President, Yvonne Johnson 33:50

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Yvonne Johnson into the studio. Yvonne is the 58th president of the National PTA. She is committed to being intentional about creating more inclusion and diversity in schools, and she focuses on strengthening family and school partnerships. Yvonne has been involved in the PTA for over 30 years! The PTA’s mis…

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Episode 183 NPTEFF APTA CSM 2024 Preview 10:05

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Ep 66 - Addressing Working Memory in a Trauma-Sensitive Classroom 37:56

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Jen Alexander and Jennifer Dickey into the studio. They have come to talk about executive function skills and working memory. You may recognize Jen Alexander, as she has been in the studio several times. She is an educator, national certified counselor, school based registered play therapist and a leader in …

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Episode 182 NPTEFF 2024 NPTE Changes 11:31

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Ep 65 - The Self-Reg Framework 35:46

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Today, Julie and Ginger invite Dr. Susan Hopkins into the studio. Dr. Hopkins, along with Dr. Stuart Shanker, will be keynoting at ATN’s 7th Annual Creating Trauma-Sensitive Schools Conference in February 2024. Dr. Shaker is the MEHRIT Centre and Self-Reg Founder, and Dr. Hopkins is the Executive Director of the Self-Reg organization. Together they…

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Episode 181 NPTEFF Help! I’m Falling Behind in NPTE Studying! 10:19

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Ep 64 - This Year's Retrospective 36:07

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Lorraine Schneider into the studio to chat about the episodes from season 3 and there were some really great ones! Lorraine is a member of the ATN hard-working staff and one of her responsibilities is to edit the podcasts. As a result, she has listened to every one of them! As Lorraine says, “Yes, I have lis…

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Episode 180 NPTEFF Scoliosis Question 5:53

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Ep 63 - The Biology of Attachment Trauma 40:08

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger welcome Dr. Aimie into the studio. Basically, Dr. Aimie is amazing. She is a double board-certified physician, boarded in both preventive and addiction medicine. Additionally, she is a foster mom and an adoptive mom. Through her journey, trauma became her own personal story. She realized that we talk about feelings…

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Episode 179 NPTEFF When to Start Studying 12:57

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Ep 62 - What Does It Mean To Be Trauma-Informed? 36:53

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger delve into the definitions of trauma-informed. While this seems very simple, there are many definitions floating out there and we wanted to clarify exactly what ATN uses in its definitions. When ATN was created, there was no true concept of trauma and its effects on our children. Thankfully, the trauma-informed mov…

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Episode 178 NPTEFF Score Withheld 7:05

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Ep 61 - Gratitude, Grounding and Glimmers 35:04

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Today Julie and Ginger are talking about the 3 G’s: Gratitude, Grounding and Glimmers. These are basic mindfulness strategies that provide emotional safety in both the home and the classroom. This is a hard time of year for those of us who are emotionally stressed, and our stressors really start to build up with work schedules, school schedules and…

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Episode 177 NPTEFF Pharmacology Study Tips 6:18

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Ep 60 - What Can Be Done About The School to Prison Pipeline? 41:09

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger talk about the school to prison pipeline with Leonard Webb. What an important topic this is! Leonard retired from law enforcement and now uses his experience to address the issues of exclusionary discipline, implicit biases, and structural racism. His goal is to improve the educational outcomes of students by impro…

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Episode 176 NPTEFF How To Use Scratch Paper 14:10

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Ep 59 - What is the Vagus Nerve? 43:49

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger discuss the Vagus nerve and other occupational therapist topics with Allison Morgan. Allison is the founder and CEO of Zensational Kids, an educational company with the vision of providing schools and organizations with professional development focused on boosting mental health and well-being and learning for the e…

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Episode 175 NPTEFF Pressure Ulcers 6:45

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Ep 58 - Inner Working Models - Where do they come from? 42:08

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In this episode Julie and Ginger talk about the Inner Working Model. This is basically the blueprint for how we connect with others. John Bowlby says it best – “All of us, from cradle to grave, are happiest when life is organized as a series of excursions, long or short, from the secure base provided by our attachment figures.” What is a secure bas…

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Episode 174 NPTEFF Interview with Dr. Monique Caruth 23:08

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Ep 57 - Creating a Regulating Classroom Environment 34:06

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In this episode, the studio is full. Julie and Ginger have Jen Alexander and Anna Paravano as guests. Jen Alexander is a veteran educator, counselor, and long-time ATN friend. She is a passionate leader in the building of trauma-sensitive schools. Anna Paravano is also a long-time ATN friend and previous board member. Anna’s background is in interi…

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Episode 173 NPTEFF Resume & CV Advice 10:04

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Ep 56 - Getting on the Same Page: Teacher-Parent Relationships 39:28

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger are talking about relationships between parents and teachers with their guest host, Jessica Harris. Jessica was a teacher with 17 years of experience until she began the CLIMB program. As an alternative to out of school suspensions, the CLIMB program provides students with intensive instruction and support while ke…

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Episode 172 NPTEFF It’s A Marathon, Not A Sprint 11:30

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Ep 55 - Let's Talk Regulation & Co-Regulation with Ginger Healy 39:31

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In this episode, we have invited a guest host, Kimberly Smathers, into the studio. Kimberly is on the Board of Directors of the Attachment & Trauma Network, and she is a true champion of ATN’s work. Kimberly is talking with Ginger Healy about her recent book, Regulation and Co-Regulation: Accessible Neuroscience and Connection Strategies that Bring…

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Episode 171 NPTEFF Taking Notes 11:44

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Ep 54 - The Importance of Belonging 29:22

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger talk about Belonging. And what an important concept that really is! Love and belonging are crucial human needs and Brene Brown says, “You can’t study emotions and experiences that define being human without constantly bumping into the concept of belonging.” It is that primal! Listen in to learn the difference betwe…

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Episode 170 NPTEFF MYTH BUSTING: “I Can’t Exercise, I Must Study” 9:44

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Ep 53 - Unpacking Our Griefcase 41:00

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger explore the concept of grief by welcoming Emelio Parga into the studio. Emelio is the founder and Executive Director of the Solace Tree, a grief and loss support center for children, teens and adults in Reno, NV. He coordinates support groups there and in the schools in Nevada. Emelio has collaborated to create The…

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Episode 169 NPTEFF Go To Sleep 17:01

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Ep 52 - Ever Wonder About Curiosity? 34:49

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger are deep-diving into the concept of curiosity. Brene Brown defines curiosity as recognizing a gap in our knowledge about something that interests us and becoming emotionally and cognitively invested in closing that gap though exploration and learning. This differs from simply being interested in something. Interest…

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Episode 168 NPTEFF Interview with Phyzio Trivia Creators Dr. Carmen Cox and Dr. Jouan Cox 24:12

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Ep 51 - Diving into Anger 28:51

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger dive into anger! Brene Brown defines anger as an emotion we feel when something gets in the way of our desired outcome, or when we believe there is a violation of the way we believe something should be. She says that anger is both active and activating. Anger is an emotion we all experience, and it causes us to go …

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Episode 167 NPTEFF Question Distal Radius Fractures 2:40

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Episode 166 NPTEFF Content Distal Radius Fractures 4:54

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Ep 50 - Exploring Interoception 41:46

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite Connie Persike into the studio to talk about interoception, one of our hidden senses. Interoception is the ability to process information from inside our bodies that affects our behavior, our health, and our well-being. Connie is a highly experienced Speech Language Pathologist and educational consultant wit…

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Episode 165 NPTEFF HOW TO PREPARE FOR AN INTERVIEW 8:14

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Ep 49 - Advocating for Trauma-Informed Special Education 31:11

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In this episode, Julie and Ginger invite a special guest, Bill Zee, into the studio. Bill is the Chair of the Education Law Group at Appel, Yost & Zee in Lancaster PA. Bill has over 15 years of experience in school and special education law. He is both an educator by degree and an early childhood trauma survivor. As a result, Bill is passionate abo…

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Episode 164 NPTEFF Interview with Jimmy McKay 40:13

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Ep 48 - The Power of the Pause 37:34

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In this session, Julie and Ginger invite Dr. Jon Baylin into the studio. Dr. Baylin received his doctorate in clinical psychology from Peabody College of Vanderbilt University in 1981 and he has been working in the mental health field for 35 years. He has immersed himself in the study of neuroscience and in teaching mental health practitioners abou…