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On this special bonus episode, Tricia is proud to introduce a brand new initiative she's been working on:Sustainable Innovation: By and for K-12 educational leadersNEASC is proud to present this five-part podcast series created by and for educational leaders on themes of key importance including artificial intelligence (AI), technology in education…

Explore how Gender and Sexuality Alliances (GSAs) in schools can leverage cutting-edge AI research tools to enhance their advocacy and information design efforts. Specifically, this episode is an exploration of three powerful AI tools - Elicit, ChatPDF, and Consensus - and how they can be used to amplify the GSA's voice and impact.Those three resou…

We are celebrating the one year anniversary of one of my favorite books by the amazing Angeline Aow and Dr. Sadie HollinsCelebrating milestones is so important, so this week we return to a recap of the Book Launch Party for Dr. Sadie Hollins and Angeline Aow's book "Becoming a Totally Inclusive School: A Guide for Teachers and School Leaders." In t…

Explore the profound impacts of digital literacy and political engagement initiatives by CIVIX, and discover resources that can transform classrooms into hubs of critical thought and respectful discourse. This week Tricia switches gears and points you to an episode from her other show: Shifting Schools podcast with her co-host Jeff Utecht.Learn mor…

Discover the ten pivotal reasons why GSAs should embrace AI literacy and the role they play in bias mitigation, representation, and inclusive research. Explore probing questions to guide GSA groups on their AI discovery journey. Let's explore ways to boost activism, and advocacy within the AI landscape from an LGBTQ+ perspective.Want to enter to wi…

In light of Halloween being just around the corner, we are bringing you a repeat episode that explores a remarkable seasonal text to explore with the YA fans in your life!On this episode of the podcast we hear from Shelly Page (with a brief intro from Alex Brown)as she walks us through the process of bringing the soon-to-be-released collection 'Nig…

In this episode Dr. Kraft shatters misconceptions and reveals the power of gaming for building social-emotional skills. How can educators effectively integrate gaming into their SEL programs? Are You Ready To Unlock the Power of Gaming? The power of gaming can be harnessed to forge strong peer connections among students. By instilling the elements …

On this episode we talk about the art of listening, the significance of bringing a critical lens to our media diet, and much MUCH more.It is such an honor to have Bridget Todd on the show.🎙Learn all about our guest:Bridget is the Communications Director at UltraViolet. She got her start teaching courses on writing and social change at Howard Univer…

Zoe Tokushige (she/they) originally hails from Southern California, but has spent the past decade on the East Coast. After attending NYU for a BS in media, culture, and communications, Zoe received an MFA in creative writing from Emerson College before returning to New York to work in publishing. Zoe currently works in pre-press production at Pengu…

Hannah V. Sawyerr was recognized as the Youth Poet Laureate of Baltimore in 2016. Her spoken word has been featured on the BBC’s World Have Your Say program, as well as the National Education Association’s “Do You Hear Us?” campaign. Her written word has been included in gal-dem, Rookie, and xoNecole. She holds a BA in English from Morgan State Uni…

Dr. Mark Anthony Gooden is on the podcast this week to talk about the book "Five Practices For Equity-Focused School Leadership"He addresses the ethos and anecdotes behind the book as well as why the lessons within are so relevant for leaders in education.Learn more about our guest:https://goodenphd.com/Follow him on social media:https://twitter.co…

Don P. Hooper is a writer and filmmaker of Jamaican heritage (and a programmer in a former life). His short story Got Me a Jet Pack is part of the New York Times bestselling anthology Black Boy Joy. His directing work has been featured in the Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival, the New York City Horror Film Festival, the New Jersey Ho…

This week we speak with artist and illustrator Angel Chang.Angel discusses her work and process as well as ways educators can support aspiring illustrators.Angel's most recent project is the #Kidlit book "Too Much!: An Overwhelming Day"https://bookshop.org/p/books/too-much-an-overwhelming-day-jolene-gutierrez/19736712Learn more about her work:https…

If your team wants better collaboration but you haven't talked about what it means to have generative conflict you are missing a key ingredient.In this episode Tricia talks about the Compassionate Conflict Toolkit, which you can access free: http://surl.li/kitjuWant to talk more about generative conflict or what an authentic apology means to you? D…

As we begin a new academic year, this is an important time to think about how you might prioritize your own wellbeing.I've been absolutely inspired by the new book from Swapna Krishna, and I wanted to bring you a small part of an interview I conducted with her for my other podcast, the Shifting Schools podcast.Learn more about her book:https://book…

How can we honor different interests in different texts types and still have an entry point into powerful conversations?Tricia walks us through a resource in a new free guide. The 'common bookmark' aims to provide scaffolding for student and teacher groups.Ready to download the free guide and explore the bookmark?https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/a…

In this episode we discuss a free guide that sets your GSA/SOGI group up to explore and consider the role of AI Literacy.This episode starts off with a definition of a crucial concept: "technochauvanism" as defined by Meredith Broussard.If you want to engage your students with AI Literacy, give this episode a listen and explore the resources discus…

On this episode, Jolene Gutiérrez tells us all about her brand new book Too Much!Ready to learn more about this book?"Sometimes everything is too much! Too loud, too bright, and all too overwhelming. Writing from her own experience with sensory processing disorder, award-winning teacher-librarian Jolene Gutiérrez’s compassionate picture book explor…

What is design thinking? What does it mean to focus on mindsets rather than models?Guest leader, educator and author Dee Lanier answers those questions and more on this episode as we explore his work 'Demarginalizing Design.'Ready to learn all about Dee Lanier?🔗https://linktr.ee/deelanierCheck out his book:🔗https://www.amazon.ca/Demarginalizing-Des…

How is Minecraft a powerful tool for building community, fostering inclusion, and engaging learners?This week we share an episode of the Shifting Schools podcast featuring the amazing guest Mashfiq Ahmed who has an answer for that question and tons of wisdom to share.➡️ Mashfiq Ahmed (he/him) is a high school chemistry teacher at John Dewey High Sc…

Summer can be a great time to rethink habits.This summer I'm trying a few mini experiments out to recalibrate my relationship with my use of social media.Wanna join me?Download the free BALANCE one-pager:https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/summer-social-shifts/Let me know what you are doing to reimagine your relationship with social media:tricia (at)…

On this episode, we get the JOY of listening to Meredith Klein and Sherri Spelic talk about the art of co-facilitation.Meredith and Sherri reflect on what makes for great teacher collaboration, and what it takes to truly cultivate a space for listening and growth.Ready to connect with our guests?Find Sherri on Twitter:https://twitter.com/edifiedlis…

Ready to learn about this week's amazing guest?Born in Venezuela, AnaYelsi Velasco-Sanchez (she/her/hers) is an IndoLatinx mujerista working to create and agitate her way through the Latin diaspora. She is a highly skilled and compassionate public educator who utilizes her signature Interlocking Justice methodology to catalyze an embodied response …

On this episode of the podcast we hear from Shelly Page (with a brief intro from Alex Brown)as she walks us through the process of bringing the soon-to-be-released collection 'Night of the Living Queers' to bookshelves everywhere.Pre-order your copy nowhttps://bookshop.org/p/books/night-of-the-living-queers-13-tales-of-terror-delight-alex-brown/194…

"What can the field(s) of rhetoric do to foster connection and care across difference? And, what stories must we tell to remake worlds conducive to one another’s thriving? "Those are the questions at the core of Dr. Hsu's work.On this episode of the podcast we talk more about their book:Constellating Home: Trans and Queer Asian American Rhetorics T…

On this episode, we have the important opportunity to hear from student leaders. Our guests are members of the High School Spectrum Group at WAB (Western Academy of Beijing).📲You can follow them on IG:https://www.instagram.com/spectrumwab/?igshid=MmJiY2I4NDBkZg%3D%3D(@spectrumWAB)📢Also discussed on this episode is the collection of amazing read alo…

On this episode we talk with Zackary Grady about their award-nominated production Gay Pride and Prejudice.Learn all about that show:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26518740/Learn more about Zackary:https://www.thackarybinx.com/aboutCheck out the books he recommended:https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/40779647https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/601…

On the show this week Lindz Amer talks to us all about their brand new book Rainbow Parenting as well as what we as readers and allies can do to expand on the lessons shared in that text.Learn all about the book:https://bookshop.org/p/books/rainbow-parenting-your-guide-to-raising-queer-kids-and-their-allies-lindz-amer/18721536?ean=9781250836489Lear…

On this episode Professor Marla Hunter tells listeners about the beginnings to Live. Love. Teach LLC and Live. Love. Swim LLCLearn more about Professor Hunter:https://www.msmarlahunter.com/Follow her online:https://twitter.com/liveluvteachllchttps://www.linkedin.com/in/msmarlahunter/As mentioned at the top of the episode, download the brand new fre…

Jennifer Jill Fellows is a faculty member in the philosophy department at Douglas College. She is also a 2022 Media Fellow of the Marc Sanders Foundation. She is a co-editor of a collection of essays examining technology through an intersectional feminist lens entitled Gender, Sex and Tech!: An Intersectional Feminist Guide published by Canadian Sc…

This episode shares an important call to action from a remarkably dedicated group of student leaders.How will YOU use your influence to support their leadership today?🖊️ Sign their petition:https://chng.it/PSnByYcCCg📱 Share their petition online:#IBwillyoustandwithmeTo learn more about the power of online campaigns:http://gg.gg/BABAonlineContact me…

On this week we talk about dealing with resistance, and treating yourself with compassion when it comes to leading in DEI work. Our special guest is SHONAGH REID.Learn more about our guest:https://shonaghreid.com/aboutLinks referred to in this episode: 3 Listening Activities to Drive Your DEI Progresshttps://shonaghreid.com/blog/f/3-listening-activ…

In this episode of The Be A Better Ally Show, we learn from author Jen St. Jude about their new book, 'If Tomorrow Doesn't Come.'Pre-order now, book available May 9th.Jen St. Jude shares the inspiration behind her book, as well as advice for aspiring writers.We also explore the relationship between editors and writer.Learn all about Jen:https://www…

On this episode we talk about the art of listening, the significance of bringing a critical lens to our media diet, and much MUCH more.It is such an honor to have Bridget Todd on the show.🎙Learn all about our guest:Bridget is the Communications Director at UltraViolet. She got her start teaching courses on writing and social change at Howard Univer…

On this episode, we host author and journalist Rose Hackman who shares more about her new book 'Emotional Labor.'Learn more about Rose Hackman:Rose Hackman is a British journalist based in Detroit. For the last decade, her work on gender, race, labor, policing, housing and the environment — published in The Guardian — has brought international atte…

This week we bring you a conversation with a remarkable panel of student leaders via the Unhinged Collaboration podcast.Learn more about the zines this student group publishes:https://sites.google.com/bbis.de/bbis-social-justice-committee/zines?authuser=0Explore their recent piece in TIE Online:https://www.tieonline.com/article/3453/empowering-chan…

I cannot talk about AJ Irving's soon-to-be-released (May, 2023) book 'The Wishing Flower' without getting emotional. It is groundbreaking, beautiful, and a must-buy for school libraries.We talk about the power of books, the power of groups ensuring the truth always has a home in classrooms, and what we can do to collaboratively ask for more books l…

On this episode, we sit down with the folks behind the podcast "BIPOC Credits." If you teach film or you have students interested in learning more about the film industry, this is a great show to follow.BIPOC Credits aims to educate new and hopeful BIPOC filmmakers and crew members on the various roles involved on a professional film set. Helmed by…

This week marks #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek and we are thrilled to mark it with Carolyn Kiel. Carolyn is the host and founder of The Beyond Six Seconds Podcast, an award-winning show that hosts:"conversations with neurodivergent entrepreneurs, creators, advocates & more about their lives and identities.Their stories shatter misconceptions, break…

On this special bonus episode we learn more about the #TransRightsReadathon happening this March 20th-27th from the author who brought the idea to social media: Sim Kern.If you are looking to share an example of a decentralized campaign with students, Kern's #TransRightsReadathon is brilliant to share.Sim Kern is a Gulf Coast author and environment…

In which we cover The Giver by Lois Lowry and the countless lessons it can teach anybody from any walk of life about the necessity of empathy for others.

On this episode Tricia responds to feedback from listeners like you who requested a few more 'solo shows.'Discussed in this episode:Using ChatGPT as a thought partner with your SOGI/GSA group, get the free guide:https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/chatgpt-and-your-gsasogi-group/Want to try out the Equity and Generative AI course free as a listener?Le…

This week special guest Tameka Fryer Brown joins us to discuss her new book 'That Flag' (illustrated by Nikkolas Smith). Our conversation explores why learners deserve and need to be taught the truth as well as how Children's Literature serves as a great entry point for those conversations.Please be sure to follow the author and explore all of her …

On this week Danielle Desir Corbett explains why young learners deserve stories about the power of grants and awards.Danielle reminds us to think about what it will take to encourage upcoming small business owners to 'count themselves in.'Please be sure to learn about the amazing learning she provides:https://danielledesir.com/about/Sign up for her…

Door by Door: How Sarah McBride Became America's First Openly Transgender Senator is available for pre-order now and will celebrate its book birthday on May 9th.On this episode, we talk with the book's incredible illustrator, Meridth McKean Gimbel.To pre-order the book soon and/or let your local library know all about it: https://www.rhcbooks.com/b…

Margaret Park is an Educational Leader, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Consultant, Facilitator, and Educator.On this episode she talks about the work of leadership, the role of care and love in building community and how we can strive for more accountability in our professional learning cohorts.We also discuss her upcoming Book Group which is free an…

Dr. Gena Cox discusses the research and vision behind her award-winning book "Leading Inclusion." This episode looks at what a truly competent and relevant leader does when it comes to DEI.We also talk about ways to think about driving systemic change in an organization that is sustainable and meaningful.Learn all about Dr. Gena Cox:https://genacox…

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This week we hear from Dr. Jennifer Williams as she outlines how educators and learners of all ages can collaborate on The Goals Project.Learn more about that project: https://www.goalsproject.org/Learn and connect with Dr. Williamshttps://www.jenwilliamsedu.com/https://twitter.com/JenWilliamsEduDownload your SDG poster:https://www.un.org/sustainab…

Kim Chaffee joins us to discuss her brand new picture book 'Courage in Her Cleats.' This non-fiction picture book takes readers on a pivotal journey through some of the obstacles that Abby Wambach faced as a soccer player.Kim invites us to learn more about the process behind a book like this AND to think about how books like this can invite learner…