Best Scott Berens Podcasts (2025)

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Boosting attention and learning with Blake Harvard (Ep 38) 55:16

13d ago55:16

55:16

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Blake Harvard, a secondary teacher in Alabama. They discuss insights from his new book, Do I Have Your Attention?, including how he incorporates cognitive psychology into his teaching. Their conversation explores topics like cognitive architecture, memory constraints, attention contagion and co…

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Homework that works with Jo Castelino (Ep 37) 1:06:46

1M ago1:06:46

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Join Anna Stokke as she chats with Dr. Jo Castelino, a secondary school teacher, to discuss her new book on homework. They discuss the vital role of homework in education, exploring why it's important, how much should be assigned and what types of homework are most effective. Jo shares insights from research and her experiences, addressing common c…

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How to Build Automaticity with Math Facts: A Practical Guide (Ep 36) 27:15

2M ago27:15

27:15

This solo episode, hosted by Anna Stokke, provides educators, parents, and students with practical, research-backed methods to develop math fact automaticity. These techniques have been shown to work with a wide range of students across age, skills and settings. Key techniques discussed include flashcards, cover-copy-compare, taped problems, increm…

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Preparation for university math with Darja Barr and Dan Wolczuk (Ep 35) 1:04:04

2M ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with two university math instructors, Dr. Darja Barr from the University of Manitoba and Dan Wolczuk from the University of Waterloo. What does it take to succeed in university math? Which topics are most critical for success in university calculus? They cover these questions and more in this episode, which is a mus…

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Transforming education through behaviour science with Kimberly Berens (Ep 34) 1:11:16

3M ago1:11:16

1:11:16

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Kimberly Berens in Episode 34 of Chalk & Talk. Kimberly is a behaviour scientist, an author, and the founder of FIT Learning. They discuss the fundamentals of behaviour science, the importance of measurable outcomes, the role of reinforcement, and the application of behaviour science to effective instructio…

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Educational leadership: Improving math and literacy with Scott Hill (Ep 33) 1:10:02

4M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Host Anna Stokke speaks with Scott Hill, Superintendent of Evergreen School Division. They discuss Evergreen's proactive approach to improving education, particularly focusing on mathematics and literacy. Scott shares how his division tackled low math scores by interviewing students, addressing behaviour issues, employing structured instructional m…

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Identifying and educating advanced students with Jonathan Plucker (Ep 32) 1:03:56

4M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

Math professor Anna Stokke speaks with Dr. Jonathan Plucker, a professor and director of the Education Policy Program at Johns Hopkins University, about advanced education, acceleration and academic streaming. Jonathan discusses the flaws in traditional methods of identifying advanced students and advocates for universal screening to ensure equitab…

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Exploring evidence for equitable education with Nidhi Sachdeva and Jim Hewitt (Ep 31) 1:03:08

5M ago1:03:08

1:03:08

Join math professor Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Nidhi Sachdeva and Dr. Jim Hewitt, educators and researchers at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto. They discuss their co-designed course on the science of learning and its impact on educational practice. The episode expands on their recent pres…

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Math fluency matters with Brian Poncy (Ep 30) 57:50

6M ago57:50

57:50

In the second episode of a two-part series, math professor Anna Stokke sits down with Dr. Brian Poncy, a school psychology professor at Oklahoma State University, who specializes in math interventions. His extensive research on basic fact fluency led to the development of a free math program called M.I.N.D, aimed at improving numeracy and computati…

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Math fact crisis: strategies for improving numeracy with Brian Poncy (Ep 29) 1:03:21

6M ago1:03:21

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In this first episode of a two-part series, math professor Anna Stokke sits down with Dr. Brian Poncy, a school psychology professor at Oklahoma State University, who specializes in math interventions. His extensive research on basic fact fluency led to the development of a free math program called M.I.N.D, aimed at improving numeracy and computati…

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Autism and evidence-based math instruction with Katharine Beals (Ep 28) 1:02:05

7M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

In episode 28, math professor Anna Stokke interviews Dr. Katharine Beals, who is a linguist and expert in using evidence-based instruction to teach students with autism. Katharine is the author of several books on autism, including one focused on autism-friendly curriculum and instruction. They begin the episode with an overview of autism, where Ka…

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Using evidence in education with Pamela Snow (Ep 27) 1:10:51

7M ago1:10:51

1:10:51

In Episode 27, math professor Anna Stokke talks with Dr. Pamela Snow, a cognitive psychology professor at La Trobe University’s School of Education in Australia. She is renowned for her expertise in language and literacy instruction and co-founded the Science of Language and Reading (SOLAR) Lab at La Trobe, which assists schools in adopting scienti…

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Cognitive load theory in math class with David Morkunas (Ep 26) 56:25

8M ago56:25

56:25

In Episode 26, math professor Anna Stokke is joined by David Morkunas, who is an Australian teacher and numeracy learning specialist. Their conversation focusses on practical applications of cognitive load theory and explicit instruction for teaching math. They discuss David’s role in overseeing a primary math program. He shares strategies for inco…

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Understanding math reform ideology with Tom Loveless (Ep 25) 1:09:54

9M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

In this episode, math professor Anna Stokke is joined by education policy expert, Dr. Tom Loveless. They discuss the National Math Advisory Panel and some of the recommendations in from its final report. They talk about the influential 1989 NCTM standards and their global impact on math education as well as the history of the math wars. Tom discuss…

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Raising student achievement with Dylan Wiliam (Ep 24) 1:01:28

10M ago1:01:28

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In Episode 24, Anna Stokke interviews Dr. Dylan Wiliam, who is an education researcher renowned for his expertise on formative assessment. They begin by discussing PISA scores and the need to improve math proficiency. They then focus on Dylan's two primary recommendations for raising student achievement – a knowledge-rich curriculum and investing i…

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Red flags in education research with Ben Solomon (Ep 23) 1:08:20

11M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, for a discussion with Dr. Ben Solomon in the final episode of the first season of Chalk & Talk. Ben is a psychology professor and a researcher in math assessment and intervention, known for his expertise in research methodology. One of the goals of this episode is to provide teachers, parents, and the wider public …

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Mindsets and educational misconceptions with Carl Hendrick (Ep 22) 59:01

12M ago59:01

59:01

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with author and educator Dr. Carl Hendrick. They begin by discussing research on growth mindset. Then, they discuss whether motivation is a precursor to academic success or if, in fact, success is more likely to lead to motivation. They talk about whether engagement is a valid measure of learning an…

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Ep 21. The right to learn math with Daniel Ansari 57:34

1y ago57:34

57:34

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, as she interviews Dr. Daniel Ansari, who is a Canada Research Chair in developmental cognitive neuroscience. They discuss the importance of early numeracy skills and his research on symbolic representations. They talk about similarities and differences between math and reading. They also debunk the misconception of…

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Ep 20. Reading and math: parallels and pitfalls with Matthew Burns 58:18

1y ago58:18

58:18

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, for a discussion about reading and math with Dr. Matthew Burns. He is well-known for his research in reading instruction, including research on the effectiveness of the Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System. He has also published research on math interventions. He gives a brief history of reading instructio…

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Ep 19. The Calculus Project with Adrian Mims 57:24

1y ago57:24

57:24

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Adrian Mims. He is the co-founder and CEO of the Calculus Project, which is a non-profit organization that aims to increase the number of Black, Hispanic, Indigenous and low-income students taking calculus, starting with support in middle school. They discuss why he started The Calculus Project, the various…

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Ep 18. Education myth-busting with Daisy Christodoulou 59:57

1y ago59:57

59:57

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Daisy Christodoulou. Daisy is a teacher, an author and the Director of Education at No More Marking. They begin by discussing the myth that facts prevent understanding and the importance of content knowledge, with a side discussion on why it is important to memorize math facts. They discuss why…

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Ep 17. Do timed tests cause math anxiety? with Robin Codding 56:57

1+ y ago56:57

56:57

In Episode 17, Anna Stokke sits down with Dr. Robin Codding to talk about timed tests and math anxiety. Robin is a psychology professor who researches math interventions, assessment tools and math anxiety. She is one of the founding members of the group The Science of Math. In this episode, Anna asks Robin to shed some light on claims that timed te…

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Ep 16. Applying cognitive science to education with Daniel Willingham 57:34

1+ y ago57:34

57:34

In Episode 16, Anna Stokke talks to cognitive psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Daniel Willingham. Dan shares some of the strategies in his latest book, "Outsmart Your Brain: Why Learning Is Hard and How You Can Make It Easy." They begin by addressing the learning styles myth. They discuss what constitutes retrieval practice in a math context…

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Ep 15. Modern relevance in the math curriculum with Brian Conrad 1:01:48

1+ y ago1:01:48

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Join Anna Stokke in discussion with Dr. Brian Conrad, who is a math professor and director of undergraduate studies in math at Stanford. They discuss some modern-day applications of math, and he gives some advice for parents who wonder what type of math their kids should learn to be ready for a four-year college degree in STEM or other quantitative…

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Ep 14. Stress and learning with Dan Rosen 54:54

1+ y ago54:54

54:54

Join Anna Stokke in discussion with Dr. Dan Rosen, who is a teacher and school leader. They explore the impact of stress on learning. They talk about the biology of stress, the difference between anxiety and stress, and common factors that trigger stress for students in the classroom. They also discuss misconceptions about stress. For example, stre…

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Ep 13. Powerful teaching with Patrice Bain 57:49

1+ y ago57:49

57:49

In Episode 13, Anna Stokke discusses teaching with Patrice Bain, who is a co-author of the book Powerful Teaching: Unleash the Science of Learning. Patrice was one of the first K-12 teachers to partner with cognitive scientists so that research could be conducted in a classroom setting. This episode is all about using research-based power tools to …

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Ep 12. California’s math controversy with Jelani Nelson Part II 46:54

1+ y ago46:54

46:54

This is the second episode of a two-part series featuring Dr. Jelani Nelson. He is a professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at UC Berkeley. Dr. Nelson, and other STEM leaders, have publicly raised concerns about the proposed California Math Framework (CMF). In this episode, Anna Stokke and Jelani Nelson discuss w…

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Ep 11. California’s math controversy with Jelani Nelson Part I 1:11:11

1+ y ago1:11:11

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This is the first episode of a two-part series featuring Dr. Jelani Nelson. He is a professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at UC Berkeley. Dr. Nelson, and other STEM leaders, have publicly raised concerns about the proposed California Math Framework (CMF). In this episode, much of the discussion surrounds the CMF…

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Ep 10. Maximizing learning through explicit instruction with Zach Groshell 57:48

1+ y ago57:48

57:48

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, as she chats with Dr. Zach Groshell. He is an instructional coach and a passionate advocate for evidence-informed teaching. They discuss whether it’s possible to expand working memory, the characteristics of a successful explicit instruction lesson, effective approaches for delivering feedback and more. They also t…

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Ep 9. The tweet that roared with Tom Bennett 1:04:22

1+ y ago1:04:22

1:04:22

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Tom Bennett. He is a teacher, author and founder of the grass roots, non-profit organization ResearchED. Tom has a captivating sense of humour, making this a great listen. They discuss many things in this episode, such as education research, group work, cell phones in schools and evidence-infor…

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Ep 8. Lessons from around the world with Lucy Crehan 52:30

1+ y ago52:30

52:30

In this episode math professor, Anna Stokke, interviews Lucy Crehan, who is a teacher and an author. In her book, Cleverlands, she presents her first-hand observations of the education systems in different countries. They discuss teacher qualifications in Finland and Singapore, teacher professional development in Japan and math lessons in Shanghai.…

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Ep 7. How to excel in math and other tough subjects with Barbara Oakley 58:57

1+ y ago58:57

58:57

Join Anna Stokke as she interviews Dr. Barbara Oakley, an engineering professor whose work focusses on the relationship between neuroscience and social behaviour. She is an expert on learning tough subjects and has written several books for teachers and students that detail science-based techniques for learning. They cover learning techniques such …

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Ep 6. Math teaching tips with Barry Garelick and JR Wilson 55:57

1+ y ago55:57

55:57

In this episode, Anna Stokke is joined by two experienced teachers, Barry Garelick and JR Wilson. They have recently published a book called Traditional Math: an effective strategy that teachers feel guilty using. Throughout the interview, Barry and JR share strategies and practical advice that they have used in their own classrooms with great succ…

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Ep 5. Critical issues in education with Matt Henderson 57:54

1+ y ago57:54

57:54

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Matt Henderson, an assistant superintendent of a school division in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. They discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on education, challenges with online teaching, and the pervasive use of cell phones and social media. They also discuss the implications of AI, partic…

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Ep 4. Cognitive load theory with Greg Ashman 1:01:02

1+ y ago1:01:02

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In this episode, math professor Anna Stokke sits down with Dr. Greg Ashman, an Australian teacher, writer and researcher with a wealth of knowledge on cognitive load theory. Dr. Ashman shares his journey into education writing and research, including some of the challenges he has faced along the way. He shares some pitfalls of education research st…

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ASAP Cash Offer’s Real Estate Rescue - Amanda Nelson Episode 7 4:53

2y ago4:53

4:53

Welcome to this episode of ASAP Cash Offer’s Real Estate Rescue show. I'm your host Devon Wayne, and today we are discussing what to do when a homeowner is hit with unexpected closing costs. With me today is Scott Berens, the owner of Balsamo Homes, an expert in real estate transactions. We also have a special guest on the line, Amanda Nelson, who …

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ASAP Cash Offer’s Real Estate Rescue - Heather Andersons Episode 6 5:52

2y ago5:52

5:52

Welcome everyone to another episode of ASAP Cash Offer's Real Estate Rescue, where we help homeowners with complex real estate situations. On today's show, I'm joined by Scott Berens, the owner of Balsamo Homes, and Heather Anderson, who is looking to solve his real estate woes. So let's jump right in and hear about Heather's current situation. htt…

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Ep 3. The Science of Math with Amanda VanDerHeyden 59:21

2y ago59:21

59:21

Join math professor Anna Stokke as she interviews Dr. Amanda VanDerHeyden, a leading expert in using evidence-based methods to improve math instruction in schools. Dr. VanDerHeyden is a co-founder of The Science of Math, a group of experts advocating for evidence-based math instruction. Dr. VanDerHeyden shares the origins and goals of the Science o…

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Ep 2. Evidence-based teaching strategies with Paul Kirschner 52:20

2y ago52:20

52:20

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Dr. Paul Kirschner, a renowned educational psychology researcher and speaker. This episode will be of interest to anyone involved in teaching, whether they work with children or adults, or simply have an interest in education. Dr. Kirschner explains how we process information in our brains, and…

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ASAP Cash Offer’s Real Estate Rescue - Brian Harris Episode 5 4:19

2y ago4:19

4:19

Welcome everyone to another episode of ASAP Cash Offer's Real Estate Rescue, where we help homeowners with complex real estate situations. On today's show, I'm joined by Scott Berens, the owner of Balsamo Homes, and Brian Harris, who is looking to solve his real estate woes. So let's jump right in and hear about Brian's current situation. https://w…

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ASAP Cash Offer’s Real Estate Rescue - Lauren Robinson Episode 4 5:53

2y ago5:53

5:53

Welcome to this week's episode of ASAP Cash Offer’s Real Estate Rescue show. I'm your host Devon Wayne, and I'm here to help homeowners who are struggling to sell their homes because of the current market conditions. In this episode, we are joined by Lauren Robinson, a homeowner looking for advice on selling her home, and Scott Berens, the owner of…

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Ep 1. Math and the Myth of Ability with John Mighton 49:45

2y ago49:45

49:45

In this episode, math professor Anna Stokke sits down with mathematician and best-selling author John Mighton to discuss his passion for teaching math and his founding of JUMP Math, a charity dedicated to helping children achieve their full potential in mathematics. Mighton shares his insights on the persistent myth that some people are not wired t…

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ASAP Cash Offer’s Real Estate Rescue - Katherine Allen Episode 3 6:15

2y ago6:15

6:15

Hi everyone, and welcome to ASAP Cash Offer's Real Estate Rescue show, where I, Devon Wayne, speak with homeowners in complex real estate situations. Today we have Katherine Allen on the line, a homeowner from Balsamo Homes facing zoning restrictions that prevent her from selling her home. We also have Scott Berens, the owner of Balsamo Homes, join…

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ASAP Cash Offer’s Real Estate Rescue - Lisa Martin Episode 2 4:15

2y ago4:15

4:15

Welcome back to another episode of "ASAP Cash Offer's Real Estate Rescue" show! I'm your host, Devon Wayne, and I'm here with Scott Berens, the owner of Balsamo Homes and an experienced real estate expert. Today we're talking to Lisa Martin, a homeowner who needs help dealing with a difficult real estate situation. Lisa, can you tell us what's goin…

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ASAP Cash Offer’s Real Estate Rescue - William Clark Episode 1 5:48

2y ago5:48

5:48

Welcome, everyone, to the latest episode of “ASAP Cash Offer’s Real Estate Rescue.” I am your host, Devon Wayne. Today we are on the phone with our special guest, William Clark - a homeowner who has come to us seeking help with a difficult real estate situation they have found themselves in. So William, let’s start by hearing your story - what real…

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