In this week’s episode, enthusiastic health educator Richelle Calderon shares the in’s and out’s of life as an early career health education teacher. Returning to NYC after a brief stint in Syracuse, Richelle brings a wealth of experience as an educator, leader and cadre trainer for the Dove Self-Esteem Project. Join us as she shares the joys of fostering a classroom culture that is focused on relationships, genuine caring, and trust, and reminds us all of the energy and passion young people bring to the classroom.

Follow Richelle on social media:

IG: @wellwithRichelle

X: @WellWitRichelle

In episode five, we are joined by sexuality educator extraordinaire Angie Foster-Lawson. Please join us as we dig into the world of gender-expansive, parenting—a transformative experience that challenges traditional norms and thinks beyond the binary. Angie shares personal stories, insights, and invaluable advice on navigating the waters of raising children in a way that is inclusive and acknowledges that our young people are the ones who know themselves best. 

Angie Foster-Lawson, MEd (they/them) is an educator, parent, and government employee whose day job is to make public school a better place for queer and gender-expansive kids and adults. They can be reached on Instagram at @yeahyeahqueer.

Books:

“Reading Beauty” by Deborah Underwood

“Girls & Sex: Navigating the Complicated New Landscape” by Peggy Orenstein“

Who are You? The Kid’s Guide to Gender Identity” by Brook Pessin-Whedbee

“Pink, Blue, and You! Questions for Kids About Gender Stereotypes by Elise Gravel

“Bodies are Cool” by Tyler Feder

“Why Did No One Tell Me This?: The Doulas’ (Honest) Guide for Expectant Parents” by Natalia Hailes and Ash Spivak

“What Makes a Baby” by Cory Silverberg

“Hooray for She, He, Ze, and They”

“Rainbow Parenting: Your Guide to Raising Queer Kids and Their Allies” by Lindz Amer

In this thought-provoking episode of Sex Ed in the City, Drew and Dr. G delve into the sensitive and complex topic of abortion within the realm of education. Join us as we explore the various facets of this contentious issue and its place in educational discourse.

Resources:

Teaching About Abortion: https://slowchathealth.com/2023/05/30/abortion-standards/ Please Do Not Debate Abortion in Health Ed: https://slowchathealth.com/2023/05/09/abortion/

USA Abortion Stats (2021): https://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/data_stats/abortion.htm#:~:text=Nearly%20all%20abortions%20in%202021,at%20%E2%89%A521%20weeks%27%20gestation.

USA Current Views on Abortion: https://news.gallup.com/poll/321143/americans-stand-abortion.aspx 

Join Drew and Dr. G as they share stories about their first loves and the state of sex ed in the US.

Episode 2

In this episode they’re talking about all things Thanksgiving and food. How can we teach young people to develop healthy relationships with food and their bodies? How can we make it through a holiday gathering with family members who are all up in our business about how we look and eat? Find out all this and more in episode one. CW: diets, disordered eating, body shame 

Resources: 

Health at Every Size: https://asdah.org/health-at-every-size-haes-approach/

Intuitive Eating: https://www.intuitiveeating.org/10-principles-of-intuitive-eating/ 

How to Navigate Diet Talk at the Table: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/thanksgiving-weight-diet-talk-advice/2021/11/08/2d4c4a3e-4007-11ec-9ea7-3eb2406a2e24_story.html 

Join us for the first episode of Season 2 of Sex Ed in the City with Drew and Dr. G!

In this Episode, Drew and Dr. G welcome Dr. G's mom to the pod! Join them as they discuss children, adult parent-child relationships, and of course, foreskin. Drew and Dr. G recommend you watch this episode either on Spotify or our YouTube channel to get the full effect of facial expressions. Stay tuned after the episode for a personal reflection from Dr. G.

See you next season!

In this week's episode, Drew and Dr. G welcome Emily Zien. Join them as they discuss Sex Education through a lens of international education. You can find Emily at

X/Twitter: @MsEmilyZien

www.HealthEdWithMsZ.com

In this week's episode, Drew and Dr. G welcome Dr. Ashna Ali (she/they) to the podcast. Dr. Ali is a poet, writer, editor, and writing coach and a former teacher! Join us as Dr. Ali shares their story, wisdom, and unique perspective on justice, gender, and education. Contact Dr. Ali at:

https://www.ashnaali.com/
https://painbaby.substack.com/

In this episode, Drew and Dr. G talk to Positive Parenting expert Kellie Resue. We discuss how parents can support their young people, parenting in today's world, how sex-positive parenting! Find Kellie Resue on IG @kelresue