LinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in Education

Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of suicide. Listener discretion advised.

What do you do when you can’t trust your inner voice?

First diagnosed with depression and anxiety at age 23, Christine Ravesi-Weinstein is no stranger to fighting with her inner voice. In this episode, she shares the deeply personal and powerful story of her battle with depression and anxiety and her journey to mental wellness.

Now serving as an Assistant Principal at a Massachusetts high school, Christine is dedicated to removing the stigma of mental illness and works to promote physical activity as a coping strategy for anxiety.

Christine is passionate about bridging her passions for education and writing to advocate for mental health. Since March of 2019, she has had numerous nationally published articles, including the number one most-read article of 2019 on eSchool News. Christine is an MASCD Board Member, author of the books Anxious (March 2020) by Times 10 Publications, and Fighting Your Inner Voice (August 2021) by Code Breaker, Inc.

Follow her work on Twitter @RavesiWeinstein, on YouTube at The Runner's High, and her website: https://www.ravesiweinstein.com.

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Julian Gomez has been one of the lead creators of Digital LEGO.  In this podcast episode he discussed the learning science behind LEGO and the details that went into creating the digital version of the classic brick LEGO product.

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Have you been the recipient of a TL;DR email (Too Long, Didn't Read)? Harvard professor, Behavioral scientist and lead researcher for Everyday Labs, Todd Rogers, provides listeners with tools and resources to write effectively and efficiently. We are all busier than ever; therefore, communication needs to be succinct, effective and respectful. Rogers shares research findings from his work as as behavioral scientist, and practical tips to communicate effectively. He is passionate about reducing absenteeism in schools by supporting families through effective asset based communication.

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English is considered one of the most difficult languages to learn to read—that’s where Narda Pitkethly comes in. Accomplishing something many schools struggle to do effectively, Narda created a new, quick way to teach people to read in English.

Join Jamie and Jerri as they sit down with Narda Pitkethly, the creator of The Nardagani® Reading Program, a breakthrough method that allows parents to teach their children to read in as little as one month. During the episode, Pitkethly explains the process and the promising research results reported after students used her effective and affordable online course.

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ABOUT OUR GUEST

Narda Pitkethly is a former top-selling real estate agent turned CEO of her own company, Nardagani Inc. She first developed an interest in helping others to learn to read in English when her own child was struggling in school. Pitkethly spent a decade developing The Nardagani® Reading Program and her TED Talk, “A New Way to Learn to Read English” has had over 1.3 million views. She is also the author of a gripping memoir, “Nardagani: A Memoir - Finding Light in the Shadow of a Brother's Disappearance.”

Follow Narda’s work: TEDx | Nardagani | LinkedIn | Instagram | FB | Twitter | nardasmemoir.com

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DINING WITH NADIVA Ep. 52   Guest Host: Serena,  and Michael  Diva’s Table Topic: Can men accept the same hurt he puts a woman through?  Word of the Day / Definition: Sepulchral – Serious or sad and rather frightening.  Example Sentence: “Although the man offered me a million dollars to stay the night in the sepulchral house, my fear caused me to turn him down.”  Featured Restaurant:  La Patrona Caterting Owner – Mercedes Lastra 908-404-3199Elizabeth, NJ 07202 ig: lapatronacatering2020 FB: La Patrona Catering     Bio:  Mercedes Lastra, is the owner and founder of La Patrona Catering,LLC. Mercy came from humble beginnings. As she was raised by a single working mother, she spent most of her time in her Cuban grandmother’s kitchen. Where she was constantly cooking up delicious cultural cuisine from her birthplace. She’s proud to say her grandmother has been the inspiration behind her passion for cooking to this day. Mercy enjoys the smiles on her customers’ face as they experience and savor the flavor of her own recipes. Her dishes are influenced by a Caribbean background with a flare of Honey and Soul. Dishes:  Traditional Cuban style Pernil Pollo Asado con Camarones y Vegetales – baked chicken with shrimp and veggies Congri – Cuban rice Yuca c/ Mojo  Cajun Mac n Cheese and Cornbread Divas Table Topic: Can men accept the same hurt he puts a woman through? Stats: https://www.nydailynews.com/life-styl..."Common wisdom says that women are more hurt by problems in a relationship," lead researcher Robin Simon, a Wake Forest University sociologist, told ABC News. "But we found that the benefits of support [in a relationship] and the disadvantages of strain are exaggerated for the men." When hurt, women are likely to become depressed while men tend to engage in substance use or abuse, according to Simon. And the more problems a guy faces in a relationship, the higher he tended to score on a substance abuse scale. Psychologist and author Frances Cohen Praver believes the emotional gender difference could be due to the fact that women are actually less sensitive to the issues.     "Women are more naturally expressive," Audrey Nelson, author of "Code Switching: How to Talk so Men Will Listen," told ABC News. "We'll cry, show our feelings – when a woman is having a hard time, she has two or three friends she can talk to, to ease the pain. Men have the same feelings and emotions, but they have no outlet."

After a long period of isolation, schools are finally open for traditional, in-person learning but the transition from remote learning back to the classroom hasn’t been as easy as anticipated. As a matter of fact, educators are saying the 2021-2022 school year is the toughest one yet due to a myriad of unforeseen challenges.

In this podcast, we explore the K-12 perspective on the issues facing educators and students, daily. Our three guests conclude the episode on a positive note, discussing the silver linings of the pandemic and how remote learning has created new opportunities for students and staff alike.

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ABOUT OUR GUESTS

Geoff Brignola is Principal of Jackson Liberty High School in Jackson, New Jersey. Julia Evje is a technology Integrator for Racine Unified School District in Wisconsin. Mary Roath, is a 1st-grade teacher in Cecil County, Maryland.

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Imagine experiencing the past from a new perspective through the use of technology. The Hidden in Plain Site team offers exactly that by revealing sites in Richmond, Virginia that have been overlooked and forgotten by history. In this podcast, Dontrese Brown, David Waltenbaugh and Dean Browell share how Hidden in Plain Site brings untold stories of the Black experience to life using virtual reality. They describe VR as the “ultimate empathy machine” because of its ability to transport users to a new mindset and discuss how the project started, what it means, and how it can revolutionize education for future generations.

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ABOUT OUR GUESTS

Dontrese Brown is relentless in his pursuit of helping others maximize their potential. He is passionate about advancing racial equity through social justice instigation. Brown is the founder of Hidden in Plain Site, co-founder of BROWNBAYLOR™, and Executive Director of the EDGE Center for Career Development at Randolph-Macon College.

David Waltenbaugh is a cofounder of Hidden In Plain Site. His experience in immersive media production has taken him around the world. He has worked in multiple industries in production and development of 360 video, spatial audio, and interactive virtual reality.

Dean Browell leads Feedback’s research as the resident PhD and is passionate about how generations interact online. He is a Board Member of the Society for Healthcare Strategy and Market Development (SHSMD) and The Poe Museum. He currently teaches at the VCU School of Business.

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Dr. Matthew X. Joseph is an expert at breaking boundaries in education through the power of human connection. He has a passion for creating a collaborative school culture by crafting a learners' school through the use of 21st-century, instructional tools.

In this podcast, he speaks about the importance of developing student's voices, focusing on their best interests and pushing them to achieve excellence. Joseph gives valuable insights from practical leadership advice to tips for writing a book!  Be prepared to be inspired by the many resources and ideas he shares as well as his authenticity.

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ABOUT OUR GUEST

Dr. Matthew X. Joseph holds a master's degree in special education, and an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from Boston College and has worn many hats throughout 27 years in the field of education. He has written nationally published articles and authored several books such as Power of Connections and Reimagining Mentorship in Education. He is currently an instructional leader who strives for student, teacher and school improvement while building community and recently created a publishing company to support and empower authors. Follow Matthew on Twitter (@MatthewXJoseph) and Instagram (Matthew_X_Joseph) and visit his website: https://xfactoredu.org/.

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Studies show that mentoring makes a huge difference in the life of a mentee! Through listening, guidance and offering constructive feedback and encouragement, Kathy Hurley has been a successful mentor to countless women in the field of educational technology.

In this episode, Kathy sits down with Jerri and Jamie to tell us how she became a mentor, explain the vital role that mentorship plays in helping women reach their goals, and share powerful quotes that served her well as she blazed a trail for women in technology. Her savvy insights are not to be missed!

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ABOUT OUR GUEST

Kathleen Hurley is a former senior executive for numerous educational publishing and technology companies, including IBM and Pearson. After retiring from Pearson, she was selected as a Fellow of the Advanced Leadership Initiative (ALI) at Harvard University. In 2019, she received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award in Education Technology from the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA). She co-founded a global nonprofit organization, Girls Thinking Global and is co-editor of Real Women, Real Leaders: Surviving and Succeeding in the Business World. Hurley is currently a senior advisor to educational technology companies, education associations, and school superintendent networks.

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This lively podcast “smashup” cross-pollinates The Undisrupted Podcast, hosted by Carl Hooker, with the LinkedUp Podcast, starring Jerri Kemble and Jamie Saponaro, to bring you precious seeds of podcasting wisdom. Add some joy and educational value to your day and join our hosts as they discuss the art of podcasting and discover what’s new, and what’s up and coming in the world of education.

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Carl Hooker has had several roles throughout his career from 1st-grade teacher to Virtualization Coordinator to Director of Innovation & Digital Learning and beyond. Hooker is an expert at finding innovative ways to blend education and technology. He helped spearhead the Learning and Engaging through Access and Personalization (LEAP) program which provided iPads for all K-12 students in his school district. He’s not only the “Godfather” of LearnFestATX but is also a blogger, digital wellness expert, speaker, influencer, and advisor for multiple Ed Tech start-up companies.

Follow Carl on LinkedIn, Twitter, and on The Undisputed Podcast.

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