Shifting Schools is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the latest trends, strategies, and tools in K-12 education. Hosted by educators Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman, the podcast provides a platform for teachers, administrators, and education thought leaders to share their experiences and insights on how to improve teaching and learning. From innovative approaches in classroom management to leveraging technology for personalized learning, Shifting Schools tackles the most pressing is ...
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The Washington State Real Estate Investing Podcast is geared towards real estate investors who want to grow their network and their real estate portfolio in Washington State. We know how diverse Washington state is and what works in one market, say Tacoma, might not work in another market, say Yakima. Our goal is to bring you insight into different markets across the state. Talking with real estate professionals from wholesalers and real estate agents to contractors, loan officers and of cou ...
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347: Learning self-regulation through the process of co-regulation
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💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Dr. Peg Oliveira. Dr. Oliveira is a child development expert and an activist. Since receiving her doctorate in developmental psychology from Brandeis University, Dr. Oliveira has advocated for fair pay for early childhood educators, child care assistance for working parents and equitable access t…
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346: Do you understand your personal play identity?
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💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Acey Holmes. Acey Holmes is the founder of BoredLess, this week she discusses the importance of play for adults and its impact on social connection, work culture, and personal well-being. She addresses the myth that play is only for children and emphasizes the benefits of play across the lifespan…
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💡 On our power of play series this week we talk with Sharon Lauricella, Ph.D. and T. Keith Edmunds about "Hard Fun," and Ludic pedagogy. 🎙️Take this episode further by exploring the book from this week's guests: https://niagarapencentre.com/shop/product/ludic-pedagogy-by-sharon-lauricella-hardcover-indigo-chapters-coles-80eb19 Want to map out your …
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43: Maximizing Cash Flow with Vacant Units
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Summary In this conversation, Jeff Utecht and Julia Pardo discuss investment strategies and the importance of not comparing oneself to others on social media. They emphasize the need to focus on personal goals and preferences when it comes to real estate investing. Jeff shares his experience of buying a fixer-upper property and realizing the potent…
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This week's conversation challenges the myth that play is only for young children and emphasizes its value for middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults. Sandra Chow is here and she highlights the role of play in professional development and collaboration, sharing examples from her own experiences. She emphasizes the need for accessible play spa…
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343: How can we be better role models for play?
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Liz Joy Moore discusses the power of play and how it can benefit both children and adults. She emphasizes that play is for everyone and that it is not impractical, even for adults. Liz believes that play is essential for connection, communication, and learning, and that it can be used to teach strategies for mental health and trauma. She suggests t…
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42: Exploring the World of Industrial Real Estate in the greater Seattle area
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Matt McLennan, an executive vice president and shareholder at Kidder Matthews, specializes in industrial leasing and sales in the South King and Pierce counties. In this episode, he discusses his background in the wine industry and how he transitioned into a career in real estate. He explains the different types of industrial real estate, such as d…
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342: Taking sensory play seriously with Allie Ticktin
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Our summer-long 'Power of Play' series starts now with special guest Allie Ticktin. Allie’s mission is to empower children and their families through sensory play so that they can thrive through childhood and beyond. Allie is the author of the book, Play to Progress, where she provides parents with an overview of all 8 (yes, 8) senses and gives par…
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Special bonus episode: Try out our Free Power of Play Planner!
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Tricia and Jeff are so excited about the soon to start 'Power of Play' summer pod series, so they thought they would bring listeners a special free resource to pair with it. Would you like to be more intentional with play this summer? Grab our free template and get started today: https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/power-of-play/ Tune in Monday for t…
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341: How can we build relationships differently with AI?
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In this conversation, Dr. Kenny Rodrequez, a superintendent from Grandview, Missouri, discusses the use of AI, specifically our show sponsor Lebra, from a leadership perspective. He shares insights on leveraging AI to build relationships, improve communication, and streamline administrative tasks within the school district. Kenny emphasizes the imp…
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41: Accelerating Progress Towards Financial Freedom - A Coaching Session
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This episode brought to you be inspectify.com Summary Julia Pardo is being coached by Jan Wanot on the Washington State Real Estate Investing Podcast. Julia currently owns a duplex and wants to continue buying cash-flowing properties every two years. Her long-term goal is to provide rental properties for her future children and achieve financial fr…
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340: AI’s Role in Strengthening Executive Function
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Tricia and Jeff discuss the final week of their May Micro Menu Prompt Challenge, focusing on AI and executive function. They highlight the importance of executive function skills in enacting learning and provide three mega prompts to support the development of these skills. Tricia shares her experience using generative AI for gardening and landscap…
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339: Can generative AI help my learners boost the power of play?
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Jeff Utecht and Tricia discuss the importance of AI literacy and introduce their AI literacy course. They also talk about the recent updates from OpenAI and Google in the field of AI. They highlight the significance of AI in social-emotional learning. They also explore the power of play and share prompts for creating interactive stories using AI. T…
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40: Julia Pardo joins WSREIP as co-host: The Journey of a House Hacker and Landlord
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Summary In this episode, Jeff Utecht welcomes Julia Pardo as the new co-host of the Washington State Real Estate Investing Podcast. They discuss their plans for the podcast and their own real estate journeys. Julia shares her experience as a house hacker and landlord, and emphasizes the importance of breaking down big ideas into manageable steps. T…
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338: Can generative AI help me rethink feedback in the classroom?
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Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman discuss the second menu for the May Micro Menu Challenge. They provide prompts and resources to help educators experiment with AI literacy. They also address common questions, such as how to keep up with AI developments and whether to upgrade to the paid version of ChatGPT. They emphasize the importance of community-…
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337: Micro Menu Month Launches: AI Literacy for Teams
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Jeff and Tricia introduce their new micro menu for the month of May, which focuses on experimenting with generative AI in different contexts. They emphasize the importance of actually interacting with AI tools and the power of collaborative conversations about the output. They also mention their sponsor, Lebra, and answer questions about handling c…
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336: The Role of the Librarian in the Era of AI
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This week Tricia interviews two of her alltime fav librarians about the role of librarians in cultivating AI literacy. Karina and Allie discuss the responsibility of librarians in fostering AI literacy, curating resources, and teaching AI ethics. They also explore the impact of social media algorithms on readers' preferences and the importance of p…
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39: The Importance of Marketing and Sales in Wholesaling
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Thank you to inspectify.com for sponsoring this episode Summary Victor Rybachuk shares his journey into real estate wholesaling and how he built his business, I Will Buy House. He started in nursing but found his passion in real estate. He explains that wholesaling is about marketing and sales, not investing, and emphasizes the importance of standa…
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335: Is K12 education future ready right now?
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In this episode, Jeff Utecht interviews Chris Linsell, a real estate technologist, about the intersection between technology and real estate. They discuss the disruptions happening in the real estate industry and the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming the profession. Chris emphasizes the importance of soft skills, such as emotiona…
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334: How Two 11th Graders are Revolutionizing AP Exam Prep with AI
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In this podcast episode, the creators of Professor AI, an AI startup supporting students with AP exams, discuss their journey and the development of their app. The founders, who are 11th graders in high school, explain how they came up with the idea and the importance of founder-market fit. They also discuss the challenges of AI hallucinations and …
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