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Guest Genein Letford takes us on a journey through the mind-body connection and how creativity is at the heart of it all. She shares her 16 Diamond Tools for creative thinking, the magic of intercultural creativity, and how music and leadership come together in her program, Lyrics and Leadership. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that just might change the way you see creativity in your life!

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What if poetry was more than words? In this episode, we explore poetry as a powerful connector across disciplines, weaving together art, history, and fresh perspectives to deepen student engagement and understanding. Join us to learn creative ways of making poetry an immersive, cross-disciplinary experience that resonates beyond the classroom.

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As winter settles in, many of us are feeling both the calm and the chaos that come with it. In the classroom, keeping students focused through the holiday buzz is no small feat. If you’re looking for some fresh ways to spark engagement, these 3 creative teaching frameworks are simple, effective tools to bring new energy to your lessons—especially when you need it most.

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Discover how integrating theater not only empowers students through collaboration and creativity but also fosters empathy, all while emphasizing the importance of process over product. This episode is sure to inspire educators and arts advocates alike to explore the transformative power of collaborative theater in the classroom!

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Susan is back and sharing more practical strategies to engage students, highlighting how to connect current events to classroom learning using the 'Headline Strategy' and the 'Step Inside' strategy to build empathy. Join Susan in creating more meaningful and relevant learning experiences for your students!

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Discover how a chance tour of a local school led us to create an 8-step system you can use to build your dream STEAM program. 

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In this episode, Danny, the Chief Ruckus Maker, shares his inspiring journey as a storyteller and educator. He discusses the importance of creativity and innovation in education, emphasizing the need to challenge traditional practices, and offers practical tools to help leaders develop their skills and achieve their goals.

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Join culture futurist Theo Edmonds as he reveals how creativity drives innovation and systems change. He introduces Creativity America and the "wonder economy," where creativity is currency, and explains his Creative Brain Capital framework for measuring team creativity, urging collaboration between art, science, and business to shape the future.

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Tune in this week for an exciting episode featuring Peter Brown, the mastermind behind The Wild Robot, hitting theaters tomorrow! Peter dives into the secrets of the book’s creation, his unique artistic process, and the thrilling adaptation of the story into film. Not only will you hear some behind-the-scenes insights but this episode is also a fantastic resource for educators eager to share the magic of The Wild Robot with their students. Don't miss this blend of creativity and cinema!

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This week, we're (re-)exploring the powerful connection between math and art with educator Ruth Byrne, using Froebel’s Gifts, a set of hands-on tools designed to foster creativity and mathematical understanding. These manipulatives, originally created for young learners, help students of all ages grasp complex concepts visually. Tune in to learn how you can use them to enhance your own teaching.