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Calm The Hell Down is a podcast that explores how we can cultivate a sense of calm in a world that is anything but. In Season 1, we talked with experts who shared unexpected ways that we can lead calmer and more joyful lives. In Season 2, host Laura Maurer, a business coach for startups and marketing consultant, explores how to build a thriving business while staying calm and grounded. She shares the strategies she uses to support her clients everyday and interviews experts and entrepreneurs ...
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“Living On The Edge of Chaos,” hosted by Aaron Maurer, is a podcast that takes listeners on an intellectual journey through various facets of education and technology. The show features conversations with experts and innovators like Kevin Eastman, former assistant coach for the Boston Celtics to Lori Mazor, who enlightens on the fusion of Artificial Intelligence and creativity​, Brittany Blackwell, who discusses educator burnout and mental health​, and Laura McBain, exploring the intersectio ...
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Takeaways Mindfulness and emotional intelligence are essential in education to support the well-being of both students and educators. Establishing a noble goal and understanding one's why can help educators stay connected to their purpose and navigate challenges. Taking the time to pause, reflect on emotions, and choose self-care strategies can hel…
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Takeaways AI can be used as a tool for augmentation in education, supporting academic writing and research. Curiosity is a powerful driver of learning and exploration in the AI space. Simulations can help students test their research ideas and understand the implications of their decisions. Good writing in academia involves the ability to synthesiz…
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All platforms and past episodes: https://coffeeforthebrain.com/podcasts/ Slidedeck of her ideas to explore as we did not get to them all https://1drv.ms/p/s!AqtnAB8NPT2-8kpLZWCCEThXQepG YouTube Video Takeaways Vicki Davis believes that students should be at least 17 or 18 years old before getting cell phones. She emphasizes the negative impact of u…
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Youtube Version https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cphiov_RFc&feature=youtu.be Resources Inspiration of show format from Tim Ferriss Podcast Life Lessons from Taylor Swift, Conquering Anxiety, Coaching Teens, Career Reinvention, Supposedly Gay Bulls, Your Shadow Side, and More — Soman Chainani (#720) https://tim.blog/2024/02/06/soman-chainani/ Slides…
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Access The Show All platforms and past episodes: https://coffeeforthebrain.com/podcasts/ Direct Link: YouTube: Takeaways Gratitude can be a powerful foundation for AI, guiding its use and ensuring a positive impact. Play and experimentation are key when getting started with AI, allowing for creative exploration and learning. AI tools like ChatGPT c…
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Access The Show All platforms and past episodes: https://coffeeforthebrain.com/podcasts/ Takeaways The current system of recognizing learning and competence is narrow and leaves many people behind. Credentials should include the expertise and affiliations of the content creators to provide more transparent and meaningful signaling. Considering diff…
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Takeaways Combining AI with sound educational practices can enhance the learning experience. The problem is not AI itself, but how we use class time and design learning experiences. AI can be leveraged to support students in the writing process and develop their skills as learners. Effective instructional practices, such as blended learning and stu…
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Takeaways Play is not just for young children, but a natural and necessary part of learning for people of all ages. Playful learning experiences engage the brain and help information stick, making learning more effective and enjoyable. Play can be rigorous and challenging, but it should not be rigid or boring. It can foster creativity, collaboratio…
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Takeaways How to shift perspective on how we examine the world around us How we sometimes take visual art for granted AI is being advertised as a solution for artists, but it is also seen as a threat to the creative industry. Seeking out and appreciating discarded, low-budget, and niche art can provide a unique and fascinating experience. Life and …
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Takeaways Storytelling is a powerful tool in education and can help create connections and understanding. Understanding the neuroscience behind communication and relationships can lead to more effective teaching and learning. Trust and play are essential in creating safe and engaging learning environments. The intersection of technology and humanit…
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Takeaways Heather Cooper's background in education and her love for reading and storytelling have influenced her approach to tech writing and content creation. Visual communication is a powerful tool for breaking down complex information and making it accessible to a wide range of audiences. AI has the potential to revolutionize education by provid…
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Personal takeaways from his book 191: Chaos Sparks: Embracing the Black Sheep Within "Authenticity resonates at a different frequency... when you experience real authenticity, you feel a sense of connection that is so much more powerful than what we experience on a daily basis." - Brant Menswar "If you don't do the work, then you don't know who you…
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Access The Show All platforms and past episodes: https://coffeeforthebrain.com/podcasts/ Direct Link: There is not video for this episode. Takeaways Privacy is a fundamental right that should be protected and respected. Algorithms can limit our exposure to new ideas and perspectives, leading to echo chambers and confirmation bias. Building trust on…
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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:00 Creating Robo Wunderkind 08:00 The Importance of STEM Education 13:00 Promoting Diversity in STEM 18:00 Approaches to STEM Education in Different Countries 23:00 Goals of Robo Wunderkind 28:00 Success Stories and Impact 33:00 Best Piece of Advice 35:00 Raving about Something Awesome 41:00 Conclusion …
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ACCESS THE SHOW All platforms and past episodes: https://coffeeforthebrain.com/podcasts/ Takeaways AI has the potential to bring important topics to the forefront of education, such as ethics, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Educators play a crucial role in guiding students in the ethical and responsible use of AI. AI can be leveraged to ad…
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Takeaways Stories are a powerful way to make sense of the world and navigate chaos. Self-reflection is essential for personal and professional growth. Taking action and building habits are key to achieving goals. Overcoming perfectionism and embracing imperfection is crucial for progress. Martyrdom and neglecting self-care can hinder personal and p…
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In this episode, I speak with the Jason Gulya who is one of my top voices of AI and education. Note that this was a conversation we had back in November 2023, but due to a computer crash and loss of files it has taken me time to restore and fix all files. I was able to save this file thank goodness. Here is his bio so you can learn more about him I…
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Introducing 'Chaos Sparks' - A New Episode Style on 'Living on the Edge of Chaos' Welcome to a fresh and exciting new experiment in my podcast journey I am calling 'Chaos Sparks'. In these shorter format episodes, I am switching gears from my usual structure where I bring in incredible thought provokers and instead will bring you short, solo segmen…
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In this episode, Laura talks with Siiri Musten, the founder and CEO of the Future of Work consulting start-up Elewus, and an Impact Investor based in Switzerland. After a corporate career in consulting and HR, she is now following her purpose to accelerate human transformation and sustainable growth in business by designing leadership and organizat…
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In this episode, we delve into the multifaceted topic of alcohol and its impact on our lives. Laura chats with Karolina Rzadkowolska, a coach, speaker, and author of the bestselling book, Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. We discuss: The emerging alcohol-free movement The effects of alcohol on neurochemistry and habits…
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Here is video version - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmyaQv2oYKY CHALLENGES & GOALS Challenges such as the rapid evolution of AI and its implications for education, concerns about AI replacing human roles, privacy issues, and ethical considerations. The primary goals identified include helping educators keep pace with these changes, understand t…
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In this episode, we chat with Alex Alexander, founder, speaker, podcaster, and soon-to-be published author whose work focuses on exploring the dynamics of community and friendship in our daily lives. We discuss: How societal expectations around friendship and community change as we transition from childhood to adulthood. The importance of multiple …
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In this episode, we’re talking about the winding path of entrepreneurship, choosing a business partner, and how to leverage LinkedIn for massive success. Molly Godfrey, a two time entrepreneur, viral content creator, and co-founder of Build Impact Convert, shares her journey from corporate finance to entrepreneurship and how she found success by ha…
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Challenges & Goals Perception is everything. Given our last 10 years with ipads and chromebooks, if people had used ipads, the way they should have been used AI would be non issue in terms of plagiarism, student work and all these other kinds of things. And so it's an issue for us today because we have always latched on to these short term solution…
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Challenges & Goals We discussed several challenges including overcoming fears about AI, navigating rapid technological changes, addressing ethical implications of AI in education, information overload, and teacher burnout. Our goals revolve around helping educators navigate these issues and preparing them for a future where AI plays a significant r…
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In this episode, we have an inspiring conversation with Lucia Oliveira, a breathwork facilitator and pediatric sleep coach. Lucia shares her journey of how she found her calling in helping moms find well-being and navigate motherhood through personalized sleep and breathwork plans. We discuss: Her challenges as a first-time mom, experiencing postpa…
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LISTEN NOW: Apple Podcast – Find this episode and all the previous episodes on Apple Podcast Spotify – Find this episode and previous episodes of the show on Spotify! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YjfxftzCeTU&feature=youtu.be CHALLENGES & GOALS Dwayne's main challenge revolves around bridging the gap between education and innovation. Hi…
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In this episode, we speak with Renèe Baker, the founder and CEO of the RBI Group, whose aim is to transform the landscape of wealth management and create a future where everyone has the keys to unlock financial success. In this episode we discuss: Her unique path from executive to entrepreneur. How an unexpected loss pushed her into entrepreneurshi…
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In this episode, I am so excited to share this conversation with Laura Miller who is an AI Ethicist. An innovative and logical-minded AI and Ethics Specialist with an extensive background in creating ethical AI policies, developing strategies and processes to overcome challenges, and providing practical guidance in fast-paced, high-growth companies…
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In this episode, we have Melissa Ottstadt, a self-taught quarantine era candle maker who transitioned from a career in corporate to entrepreneurship during COVID and established a sustainable and earth-friendly candle brand, The Lys Collective. Melissa discusses: Her unique path from hobbyist to entrepreneur. How candle making became her way of fin…
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Challenges & Goals Trying to generate diverse images using AI tools due to their inherent bias. Her goal is to address these biases within AI systems and society at large. Another challenge revolves around her desire to solve problems using technology. Her goal is to leverage her coding skills and AI to address these issues. Surprising Takeaways Lo…
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LISTEN NOW: Direct Link: Apple Podcast – Find this episode and all the previous episodes on Apple Podcast Spotify – Find this episode and previous episodes of the show on Spotify! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctvkwK2n3Cg Challenges & Goals We discuss the challenges faced by teachers, such as burnout and workload increase without compen…
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In this episode, Laura talks about the power of networking for new business owners as a way to build valuable connections and create new opportunities. She shares how impactful networking has been for her own business and discusses: Mind-blowing stats around the power of networking. Reframing your approach to networking so it feels natural and auth…
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In this episode, I am so excited to share this chat with Amanda Bickerstaff who is leading the way in processing AI for Education. Amanda is the Co-Founder and CEO of AI for Education. A former high school biology teacher and EdTech executive with over 20 years of experience in the education sector, she has a deep understanding of the challenges an…
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Challenges & Goals Justin's main challenge is navigating the complex intersections of psychology, philosophy, technology, and education to create an effective model for integrating AI into human cognition. His goal is to develop a new paradigm that views humans as cyborgs in the Andy Clark sense - beings whose minds naturally extend into their envi…
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CHALLENGES & GOALS The discussion revolves around the ethical implications of integrating AI into education. Concerns include data privacy, misinformation, digital literacy among students, potential negative impacts on mental health, and the need for educators to understand these technologies better. The goal is to navigate these challenges while m…
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In this episode, we have Claire Smith, a photographer, photography educator, and business owner who shares her journey from starting a kid's clothing line to discovering her passion for photography. Claire discusses: How to embrace Impostor Syndrome, view it as a sign of progress, and use it to fuel personal growth. The importance of mindset and se…
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Challenges & Goals Liam's challenge is to enhance engagement and discovery in education through innovative methods like LEGO Serious Play. His goal is to make learning more accessible and engaging by leveraging play and creativity. The educator aims to constantly innovate their teaching methods, inspire creative thinking, develop a growth mindset a…
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In this episode, I’m going on a bit of a rant about the idea that it’s safer to stay in a corporate job than to start your own business. Based on my personal experience, and the experience of my clients, I share my thoughts on: Toxic and low-paying corporate roles. The idea that a corporate career is “safe.” The advantages of entrepreneurship when …
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In this episode, I learn so much from Nisha Talagala. Nisha Talagala is the CEO and founder of AIClub.World (https://corp.aiclub.world) which brings AI Literacy to K-12 students, professionals, and other individuals worldwide. Nisha has significant experience in introducing technologies like Artificial Intelligence to new learners from students to …
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In this episode, Laura Maurer, a business coach and marketing consultant, interviews Katy Almstrom, a money mentor and financial coach. Together, they delve into the world of entrepreneurship, discuss financial freedom, and talk through practical strategies for maintaining a sense of calm while building a thriving business and a fulfilling life. Un…
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Challenges & Goals One of the main challenge lies in overcoming educators' fear and resistance towards Artificial Intelligence (AI). Her goal is to demonstrate how AI can save time and enhance teaching processes, shifting the focus from end products to assessing learning processes. Surprising Takeaways While not a surprise per so, but the idea on h…
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CHALLENGES & GOALS: In this episode John shares insights on how design thinking can help leaders create positive change within their organizations and foster a sense of belonging among staff and students. Additionally, the integration of AI tools like ChatGPT into education and potential ethical concerns are discussed. Key Points Design thinking pr…
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Welcome to Season Two of "Calm the Hell Down"! In this season, we're taking a business-focused approach, providing tools and insights for service-based startups to build and scale their businesses while maintaining calm. In the first episode, we discuss the five major roadblocks that hinder new startups in their first year. Lack of Clarity: Learn h…
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Challenges & Goals: Mia's main challenges include helping people move from learning to application, encouraging participants to envision small steps towards their goals, developing a positive emotional attachment to the process, and facilitating change in resistant individuals or groups. She also focuses on ensuring clear communication, respecting …
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Stefan recently co-edited a 650 page volume featuring 32 authors with expertise in education, technology and the law on the impact of generative ai and education and has run many webinars and classes teaching students and teachers about generative artificial intelligence tools. He is also experienced Debate Coach and nonprofit leader with a demonst…
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As you listen, I have three listener challenges for you to consider participating in for ongoing engagement. Listener Challenge 1: "Empowering Learners" Based on Sarah's insights, how can you apply her approach to empower learners in your own setting? Whether you're a teacher, a manager, or a parent, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Share your stra…
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Topics: Who is Andrea Stewart? What is her origin story? What is Learning Couture and why is this work important? What is deeper learning and why it's so important for teachers and students to tackle real-world situations? How can creating a Profile of a Graduate help schools and districts set the stage for deeper learning? How is a profile or port…
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Introduction: Embrace the challenges and goals of rethinking education and fostering critical thinking. Explore the importance of moving beyond traditional differentiation and personalized learning. Challenges: Moving beyond traditional differentiation and personalized learning. Fostering authentic connections and curiosity in learners. Balancing v…
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Show Notes: 🌿 Introduction: Meet Steffany Cartellone The woman behind A Snail's Pace blog A devoted mother, nature lover, and experienced educator 🌱 Steffany's Origin Story From the tranquil waters of Deer Lake, Minnesota to the classrooms of North Carolina, Texas, Iowa, and Maryland How teaching a high ropes course in the mountains led to her A-HA…
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