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Lil' Leaders is a podcast for kids that celebrates the traits, experiences, and actions that make leaders effective. We’ll hear from real school-age leaders nationwide that are making an impact in our world today and close our time with a picture book recommendation supporting, inspiring, and inviting children to lead in our ever-changing world. Join us as we explore and celebrate kids like you, who are growing into their best version of themselves while impacting others one step at a time. ...
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Actors Jordan Barbour and Randy Harrison take a deep dive into pop culture, politics, and the absurdity of the modern age. Through humorous and insightful conversation, Mister Sister is here to answer all of the burning questions the heteronormative, straight-stream media is too afraid to ask. And they're always on the hunt to uncover a few ConsQUEERacies along the way. The truth is here. The truth is queer. And she's looking fierce. So get used to it!
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Episode 12 Repost: Welcome to this week's repost of an unforgettable literary journey with Paige and Laly, the dynamic duo behind @paigesandlalypops! With summer break underway, these girls know all the best books for kids aged 5 and up! Get ready to laugh, learn, and leap into the pages of amazing tales as Paige and Laly bring their infectious ene…
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A special thank you to everyone who made Season 1 a success and so much fun! To celebrate Season 1, we're hosting a special podcast scavenger hunt. Here's the scoop: we've hidden 10 questions across our episodes. In the podcast directory, guest names are shared in the description, so you know which episodes to listen to. Using the Google Form in th…
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Life often seems like it's painted in black and white, but if we look closer, it's truly filled with vibrant colors—colors that come from our unique perceptions. Today, we're thrilled to introduce Celia Botto, the debut author of When Ayden Paints The Sky. Inspired by her young niece Ayden, Celia has woven a beautiful story where the canvas of the …
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In this week's REPOST episode, Abby shares her experiences of modeling good behavior when a substitute teacher is in class for the day. Why? So her peers can make good choices and experience a good situation. This time of year the season is changing, kids see the end in sight, and they are easily distracted. Abby's has a strong moral compass filled…
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We're super excited to introduce you to someone really special in today's big leader feature. Say hello to Dr. Barbara Vokatis, who's not only an amazing literacy professor but also a dog-loving therapist! She and her furry friend Carmel love visiting schools to lend a paw in helping kids with their feelings, friendships, and learning. They're on a…
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Today we are thrilled to bring you another big leader feature. Meet Danny Gibbins, an incredibly talented teacher and puppeteer, renowned for her professional workshops that entertain and educate kids and teachers through her business, @dramazing_kids. Danny joins us to share how blending education and entertainment using puppets opens the doors fo…
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Today we are thrilled to bring you another big leader feature. Meet Shanda McCloskey, an incredibly talented author/illustrator, renowned for her captivating children's books such as Doll-E 1.0, Nubby, and Little Red and the Big Bad Editor. Shanda joins us to share how embracing mistakes can pave the way for unexpected growth and creativity. Pictur…
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Today we are thrilled to bring you another big leader feature. Meet Emily Cherkin, also known as the ScreenTime Consultant and author of the acclaimed book, ScreenTime Solution: A Judgment-Free Guide to Becoming a tech-Intentional Family. Emily is on a mission to help families find balance in their digital lives by promoting a mindful approach to t…
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Repost: In this week's episode, Kaya and Vivi share their experiences of modeling good behavior and decision-making when they are around their peers in and out of school. How? By showing them through actions and not telling them to be different. These sweet girls are funny, authentic, truthful, and hold strong values in compassion, empathy and frie…
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Beyond the Canvas: Inspiring Creativity with Sean E. Avery Today, we're thrilled to introduce our first big feature leader! Welcome to author, illustrator, and art teacher, Sean E. Avery! If you've ever needed tips and tools to boost your creativity, explore unique ways of making things, manage multiple passions well, or ignite a love for art in ch…
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Hey kids, we're back!! But... it's the last one. (For now? I'll explain). I'm not crying. You're crying. HUGE thanks to: Randy Harrison Dr. Caitlin Shure Reggie D. White Mikéah Ernest Jennings Valerie Orth Andy Bull Aisha Barbour Jose Lopez-Baño And all the Queerios worldwide who have supported me and the podcast. I love y'all. Ferreals.…
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Creating Characters: The Art of Voicing Children's Book Stories Welcome to this week's episode! We sat down with the amazing Jill Cofsky, a voice actor and primary grade reading intervention specialist. Discover the fascinating world of voice acting and how Jill's voice, paired with engaging sound effects, brings stories to life, taking listeners o…
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In this week's episode, Essie shares her experiences of helping kids during recess who feel lonely and/or look sad. How? By listening to them and at the same time trying to figure out the best way to help. Inspired by the wonderful picture book, The Rabbit Listened, Essie shows compassion, advocacy, empathy, patience, connection, and true friendshi…
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Today is a repost of our very first episode. In the spirit of giving this holiday season, listening to Bodie Centore share his experiences fundraising for St. Baldrick's over the last ten years is heartwarming , and may also help us think about an organization near and dear to our hearts we would like to help. Additionally, anytime a child is ill, …
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In this week's episode, Baxter and Ethan stopped by for a visit. Currently in Austrailia, these young brothers share their story about the difficult times their family experienced during the pandemic and the project they created together to get them through with joy. Their story is one filled with family, love, determination, persistence, bravery a…
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In this week's episode, Kennedy stopped by for a visit. Currently in 6th grade, Kennedy shares her story about how she enjoys helping someone feel comfortable in new situations or sad ones. She is the person to help you find your way and she is happy to help. Her examples demonstrate a great deal of empathy, patience, loyalty, and generosity. Enjoy…
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Welcome back! In this week's episode, we are thrilled to have Alyssa with us. Currently in 5th grade, Alyssa shares her gift of time with her junior girl scout troup during the holiday season. The joy the elderly felt made this is a worthwhile experience she hopes to participate in again this year. This young leader demonstrates empathy and enthusi…
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In this week's episode, we are thrilled to have Logan visit us. Currently in 4th grade, he shares his journey with E.O.E., Eosinophilic Esophagitis, a rare gastrointestinal disease. From symptoms to diagnosis and beyond, Logan discovers through careful trial and error, new foods that are not only healthy for him but for others as well. This process…
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In our inaugural episode, recent and accomplished, high school graduate, Bodie Centore shares his experiences fundraising for St. Baldrick's the last ten years. While he doesn't match the age range (K-6), he demonstrated such strong compassion, empathy, and leadership the year he was my student. Bodie has always been an active community member both…
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Lil' Leaders is a podcast for kids in grades K-6, that celebrates the traits, experiences, and actions that make leaders effective. We’ll hear from real school-age students nationwide that are making an impact in our world today and close our time with a few picture book recommendations supporting, inspiring, and inviting children to lead in our ev…
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Hey kids, we're back!! This week in the Bottom Five we're talking Billy Porter, Bud Light, Drag Telethons, The Justins, and the Drag Race Finale! Then after a stupid quiz, we discuss the new Netflix comedy special, My Name is Mo'Nique starring the inimitable Oscar-winning original queen of comedy, Mo'Nique. And as always, we end with ConsQUEERacies…
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Hey kids, We are BACK! This week Randy and Jordan are joined by the inimitable actor/director/queen of the night, Reggie D. White!! We’re chatting about Queen Elizabeth, Leslie Jordan, Bros and more in our Bottom 5. Then we chat about Sara Porkalob and the interview heard round the world (or at least around the theater world). Then, after a stupid …
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Hey kids, We're back....again!! We've got a nice long check in. Then we're looking back at all the big stories we missed from the summer and gettin real ethereal talking about Bjork's new podcast. Then we're chatting about Phantom closing, and what this means for the future of Broadway. Theater in the metasphere?!?! As always, we end with ConsQUEER…
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Best of Season 3 Slip into your trench coat and grab your trusty puppet partner. It’s time to dive into the most action-packed moments from the latest season of Puppet Hunt. Matt and Lane have compiled their favorite scenes and tidbits. See if you agree with their choices. Feel free to send this episode to friends, share with family members across …
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Hey kids, We’re back with an all new episode. This week it’s all about Mama! After a long overdue check-in, we jump into a very very very late discussion of the infamous slap heard round the world. (C’mon you know y'all wanna know what we think). Then, after our newest segment: Slap of the Week!, we’ve got a new Stupid Quiz all about celebrities an…
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Hey kids, we're back with a new episode. After a nice long check-in, we jump into the Bottom 5 stories of the week. (Well, last week. We'll get to the Oscars and that infamous slap in our next episode). We're talking Ukraine, Prince Philip, Covid Year 3 and of course, Drag Queens. Then we jump into this week's Pop Culture Moment, the HBO series The…
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Hey kids, it's time to go back to school on this week's episode. First, we have a convo about sitcoms as social commentary, and we learn just how much TV Jordan has watched in his life. (Hint: It's embarrassingly high). Then we're talking all things Abbott Elementary. We talk about the fantastic new ABC sitcom and look at how it picks up where show…
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The Left-Handed Quist, part 5, side B Rock and Nix find themselves lost in a fog of confounding clues. Meanwhile, agricultural crimes detective Chase Perkins thwarts them both by arresting a suspect in the holdups and winning the heart of Dawson Dundy. Rock tries to convince her bank president father to pay up anyway, but Nix has uncovered a shocki…
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Hey kids, Mister Sister is back!! This week Jordan and Randy break down Jordan's time in Australia and we try to finally understand why Jordan just can't get that accent right. Maybe a dingo ate his baby. Then, it's time for a new Stupid Quiz: And Just Like That- Oscars Edition. After that, we jump into this week's Pop Culture Moment, the new HBO M…
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The Left-Handed Quist, part 5, side A After more than two years of delays due to pandemic restrictions, storage-unit entropy, and a salt-lamp dispute, the conclusion of the Left-Handed Quist is nearly at hand. Rock and Nix trace the stolen bank money first to a nun, then to a puppet that could lead back to the bank president himself. Agricultural c…
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Hey kids, we had some technical difficulties so this episode is a bit delayed, but FEAR NOT! We have a Fantastic episode for our last podcast of 2021. The full Mister Sister crew is here to wrap-up QueerAnon's very first year! We're looking back at some of the major events that happened this year in a Queer For It wrap-up with our all-star panel. T…
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With the disappearance of his trusty partner Nix, Rock handy is forced to work with his sworn enemy to find him before it's too late. Will magic and ventriloquism be enough to counteract the powers of the mysterious Mr. Love? Who is the shadowy woman in red!? Why is Buddy Boseman selling buttery peanuts and buttery fish at an unsanctioned venue bey…
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Hey kids, WE ARE BACK! And we've got a brand new episode!! This week we're starting off with a new segment, Queer For It! We'll be looking back at what's been going on and offer a queer or a jeer on the latest pop culture highlights. After that we jump into this week's Pop Culture Moment: Thanksgiving, the hypocrisy around it, and the holiday seaso…
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Hey kids, time for a new Q(ueer)Anon with Mister Sister!! This week we slow things down for a bit and have a nice long check-in with Jordan and Randy. Randy shares the crazy joy of seeing live theater for the first time in ages, and Jordan goes deep on what's it like to live life on standby. Then it's time for a Stupid Quiz to prep for this week's …
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Rock helps an old flame find her missing Dummy but soon becomes embroiled in a bigger mystery. Will Nix and Rock discover the culprit before it's too late and who is the Mysterious Mr. Love? Our heroes quickly go from the frying pan and into the fire as they descend into the supernatural. Cast: Ingrid Garner, Lane Kenney, Matt Key, Robert Poe, and …
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Hey kids, we're back with a new Q(ueer)Anon with Mister Sister!! This week, Jordan and Randy are joined by our sister from another mister, one Mikeah Ernest Jennings!!! We jump right into a new Bottom 5 where we talk about All Stars 6, Nicki Minaj's cousin's friend's balls, and we find out how RuPaul got her wings. After that, we're heading back to…
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Hey Queerios, We're back with an all-new episode!! This week, I'm joined once again by the one and only Randy Harrison and we've got BIG NEWS: Randy's my new co-host!! We start off looking at the Bottom 5 news stories of the week. We've got Santino having a meltdown on twitter, Laura Osnes refusing the jab, and of course, some Lil' Nas X-stasy. Aft…
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Hey kids, I know it seems like we've been gone for the Last Five Years, but we're back! And the hills are alive with the sound of a brand new QueerAnon. We’ve got the Wicked talented Randy Harrison!! We kick things off with this week's Bottom Five. We're talking DaBaby, Matt Damon and all the other Guys and Dolls who are having a hard knock life th…
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Himalayan salt lamps do smell according to Matt and Delaney. So smell the difference with Ethyl Gasolines, Puppet Hint! The gameshow where anyone can take a hint. LeRoy Scoon, (Shoon?) radios Rock Handy, makes his debut in this corn packed episode. Host Lyman Colvig and his loveable dummy Woodshed grill finalist contestant and Miss Corn shock, Hele…
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Hey Queerios, This week we are joined by my Broadway buddy, the one and only Reggie White! We've got a new Bottom Five, where we dish on the biggest stories of the week. (Well, last couple of weeks. We're making up for lost time. Britney, Sha'Carrie, and Bill. Oh my!) After that, Reggie plays this week's Stupid Quiz: Fill In The Black. And for this…
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Hey kids, it's time for a new QueerAnon with Mister Sister. Dr. Shure is back to discuss this week's Bottom 5 news stories of the week. And then in celebration of it's 25th anniversary we're taking on The Birdcage in this week's, 'Is This Problematic? And we're seeing how well the movie holds up by today's standards. After that, we're having the Da…
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Hey Kids, WE ARE BACK! That's right. After two months away, we're here-r and we're queerer than ever. This week, we're joined by the inimitable Randolph Harrison to shoot the sh!t and talk about working our way up from the bottom. First, we start off with our newest segment, the Bottom 5, where we take a look at 5 stories impacting the queer world.…
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