Educate U.S.

Oct 14 2024
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The Educate U.S. podcast is a weekly podcast discussing important and pressing topics around the education space. Featuring co-hosts Nick Zaveri, Dr. Stacey Schultz and Dr. Patrice Fenton. For more on our show, visit us at - https://www.leonmedianetwork.com/educate-us. We are presented by Fresh Roasted Coffee & Positively Tea - Cool down with a fresh cold brew, iced tea or iced coffee from our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee. Visit https://lddy.no/1k3n0 & use the promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase!
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A journey to emotional empowerment!

Oct 14 2024 35 mins  
Join us for an insightful conversation with Latayvia Brown, a renowned entrepreneur and author of the bestselling books "The Ultimate Emotional Intelligence Digital Workbook" and "Unveiling the Single Self." Latayvia shares her journey and expert insights on navigating life's challenges through emotional intelligence.  Check out how LaTayvia and her team are connecting sc

Check your sources

Oct 07 2024 41 mins  
Stacey and Nick reflect on the recent VP debate and talk about the risks social media poses to having informed conversations.  Be sure to check out the links below to be more informed on the truth being left out in recent political attack adsCheck your facts with: https://www.npr.org/2024/09/03/nx-s1-5094245/fact-checking-tv-ads-from-the-harris-and-trump-campaignshtt

A Nation at risk?

Sep 29 2024 53 mins  
Did you know the origins of modern standardized testing informs voter education? Nick and Stacey dive into the voting and how to become a knowledgeable voter. Educate U.S. is presented by - Fresh Roasted Coffee & Positively Tea - As the summer months have cooled down, you too can cool down with a fresh cold brew, iced tea or iced coffee from our friends over at Fresh Roast

Debate recap & remembering 9/11

Sep 15 2024 41 mins  
Nick and Stacey reflect on the anniversary of 9/11 last week, honoring the memory of those lost and reflecting on the enduring impact still felt across this country from the tragic events of that day. Plus, they recap last week's Presidential debate and the discussion of education topics (such as student loan debt) discussed by the candidates. Links for articles referenced in this

How does the money work? w/ Seth Rau

Sep 09 2024 38 mins  
Joining us in this episode to look at the world of education policy is Seth Rau, Director of Government Affairs at Cartwheel. A veteran of the ed policy landscape, Seth has dedicated his career to ensuring that our children receive the education they deserve. Seth explains the intricate workings of education funding, revealing where the money comes from and how it's allocated to sc

Digital Safety w/ The Family Coach

Aug 27 2024 30 mins  
Our guest in today's episode is Dr. Catherine Pearlman, a licensed social worker, author and speaker in the area of children & digital devices. In this episode, Dr. Pearlman shares tips on how parents can support the safe use of devices by their children, her views on the recent discourse sparked by Dr. Jonathan’s Haidt’s book, “The Anxious Child”, & more.Educa

The Runners’ Mind w/ Allison Felsenthal

Aug 18 2024 34 mins  
Our guest is Allison Felsenthal, who shares with Stacey & Nick her inspiring journey of how she got into the world of fitness & health, revealing how working out isn't just about the body, but involves the mind & soul.  From conquering self-doubt through sport, to finding the right workout shoes, discover the power of setting small goals, the importa

A conversation about how we teach reading

Aug 13 2024 39 mins  
Dr. Maria Murray is the CEO & President of the Reading League, a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to advance the awareness, understanding, and use of evidence-aligned reading instruction. Dr. Murray is passionate regarding the prevention and remediation of reading difficulty and consistently strives to increase educator knowledge and the connections between res

Maternal matters

Aug 04 2024 41 mins  
In this episode, we dive deep into the issue of maternal health, with a special focus on the alarming disparities faced by Black women in the U.S. Joining us to break this down is Mariekarl Vilceus-Talty, President & CEO of the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey.  Marikekarl helps us unravel the complex web of systemic issu

Education in Focus: Challenges & Controversies

Jul 28 2024 48 mins  
Ariel Taylor Smith, Senior Director of the National Parents Union Policy & Action Center, returns to discuss the state of education in the U.S.  We delve into the growing literacy crisis, examine the impact of conservative policies on schools, as well as Ariel provides insights into the potential implications of Project 2025. This episode is b