Download EpisodeIn today's episode of the podcast, Landon and Doannie speak with Dr. Brian Danoff about education, civic life and the hope of participatory democracy. Dr. Brian Danoff is a professor in the department of Political Science at Miami University in Ohio. Dr. Danoff’s research is in American political thought and modern political theory.A few key takeaways from the conversation: • the potential of democratice leadership to empower citizens• the importance of participatory democracy• the concept of co-creation and the shift educators must undergo...

Download EpisodeI had the chance to chat with Micah Miner, District Administrator Instructional Technology and Social Studies Teacher at Maywood, Melrose Park, Broadview School District 89. Micah is an American Consortium for Equity in Education Contributing Writer, a Times 10 Publications Author, and a PD Facilitator and presenter. I enjoyed our conversation and looking forward to his upcoming book "AI Goes to School." We could have talked for hours! Check out his links below, and also stay tuned for his upcoming book! Links...

Download EpisodeGettin' Air with Dave Cormier. Learning in a Time of Abundance is the result of decades of Dave's thinking, hundreds of blog posts, and endless conversations. With this book, Dave takes us on a journey to the centre of learning, with many interesting stops along the way, most of them unexpected. The Beaver Hating Online Community is represented, for example. In this episode, Dave tells us the story of bringing this book to life. Spoiler alert: It's must read material....

Download EpisodeDr. Gillian Judson, an educator, writer, researcher, parent, and primary catalyst behind the creation, direction, and expansion of imaginED, joins Klara and Michelle to talk about Imaginative Ecological Education (IEE) which blends imagination-focused teaching with Place-based teaching. The overall aim of the IEE approach is to provide powerful learning opportunities that also cultivate students’ understanding of the connectedness of all life and their sense of care and concern for the Earth. We engage in conversation about her book "A Walking Curriculum" and how...

Download EpisodeMeet The Redhead and The Bedhead, Klara Redford, and Michelle McKay, two passionate Early Years educators who have started WHY & WONDER, a podcast dedicated to the wonders of teaching and learning in the Early Years. Find out how they met, who they are, and why they started this podcast!You can find Klara and Michelle over on Instagram at theredhead.and.thebedhead and on X/Twitter @kindyfriends and @MsMichelleMcKay...

Download EpisodeIn this episode, authors from Pembroke Publishers share the process of planning and developing a book for teachers that is practical, relevant, and pedagogically sound.On tonight's panel:Diane Vetter@VetterEducationLarry Swartz@LarryReadsDavid Costello@dr_costello ...

Download EpisodeAs soon as we say the word inclusion, there’s an exclusion. Designing an education system that is grounded in the mindset that all students belong and are capable of high levels of learning is the real goal. Dr. Shelley Moore joins Natalie to talk about what inclusion means to her and how we can make change through collaboration, standards-based approaches, and stories. 💬 Continue the conversation with Natalie on Twitter or Instagram   💬 Continue the conversation with Alex on Twitter or Instagram...

Download EpisodeWriter Stephanie Kain joined me to talk about her latest book Lifeline: An Elegy in which she uses a variety of writing styles and perspectives to tell the story of caring for a friend intent on taking her own life....

Download EpisodeSometimes personal wellness means we have to say no to things we really want to do. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy Clappy Ukulele by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com...

Download EpisodeToday's episode is all about Maddy's incredible gap year and travel journey with Carpe Diem Education! She shares how this transformative experience helped her to become more confident, tackle her fears, discover new passions and jump start her career towards environmental conservation at World Wildlife Fund. Michelle and Maddy also discuss Carpe Diem's authentic community engagement, emphasizing experiential learning and highlighting  how the gap year is a valuable investment to self-discovery and personal growth.  So, dive into Maddy's story and check out the...

Download EpisodeNursing homes are fast becoming the haunted houses of our era. But Professor Susan Braedley sees the potential for nursing homes to be vital public services where people want to live, work, and even play. She talks to host Sally Chivers about how the conditions of work are the conditions of care. The seeds for a scary future have been planted, but it might not be too late for a more hopeful way forwardWrinkle Radio is a proud member of the Amplify Podcast...

Download EpisodeThe cadence of our classrooms have changed. It’s being articulated by researchers and by educators experiencing the palpable difference in their work and class communities. We are exploring how Self Reg can help manage the changing cadence of our classrooms.On tonight's panel:Aviva Dunsiger @avivalocaJoel GunzburgClaudio MoschellaTeri Rubinoff @TeriRubinoff...

Download EpisodeMino Giizhajad leads a unique, early childhood education program on Walpole Island where, from a very early age, children are immersed in the Anishinaabe language. Mino Giizhajad joins Nadine Ladouceur to reflect on the power of the Language Nest (Nwewnan Sasaang), the metaphor of "nest" and the importance of language as part of the identity journey of all human beings....

Download EpisodeJennifer Smith is an administrative assistant for the Early Years and Child Care Team at the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. She has played an important role in bringing the "Heartwork and So Much More" PD days to life and she drops by to speak with us about that work (as well as some of the visions that she has for future iterations!)...

Download EpisodeAudrey Van der Zon works in Client System and Supports at Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Part of her role is to assist parents and guardians to find child care, including managing the waitlist process. In this episode, we hear more about Audrey's work and the passion she has for helping families with their childcare needs....

Download EpisodeBritney Phillips is a new ECE assistant and a self-proclaimed student of the profession. Hear the perspective of someone who is just entering the profession and some of what draws her here....

Download EpisodeKelsey Stepniak is an RECE with the Growing Together Family Resource Centre in Blenheim, Ontario. She is also part of the Chatham-Kent Ambassador program and she dropped by to talk about the importance of mentorship in early years education, and how the Ambassador program has been created as an important part of the mentorship journey....

Download EpisodeLauren Uher is the founder of Bloom Wellness In 2018 Lauren opened her own private practice to serve the community through counselling. She primarily works with kids, teens and young adults. She has also been involved with pediatric crisis intervention and long-term and crisis counselling. Lauren focuses on the mind-body connection, and understands that there are many moving parts to bring healing.We were able to spend some time with Lauren to talk a little more about wellness in the early childhood education context....

Download EpisodeDr. Rumeet Billan is an award-winning, internationally recognized entrepreneur, learning architect, speaker, author, and humanitarian. Her mission is to transform workplace cultures through research, training, and experiences that foster trust, belonging, and resilience.Dr. Billan's keynote address at this year's Heartwork and So Much More PD day was entitled, "The Science of Belonging". We had the chance to catch up with Dr. Billan following her keynote and were able to pick up on a few of the threads from her talk and her work....

Download EpisodeCarrie Myers is a retired (but still active) Early Literacy Specialist in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Carrie dropped by to talk about her work, the importance of Early Literacy and how it is different than what K-12 educators mean by literacy....