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Life is busy for everyone, but what does that actually look like? Work, children, family responsibilities, unexpected changes, and a never-ending list of things to do. When everyone needs something from us, it can feel like there’s no room left for what we need ourselves.

In this episode of Talk Early to Me, Danya and Tamara bring their own lives into an honest, relatable conversation about caring for others while remembering to care for themselves. With warmth, humor, and personal reflection, they explore the pressure to keep showing up, how busyness can affect our connections with children and loved ones, and what it means to say, “I need a minute.” Because making sure everyone is cared for needs to include us, too.

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We’re back, and we’re bringing real life with us. In this episode of Talk Early to Me, Tamara and Danya reconnect through an honest conversation shaped by their own lives, unexpected changes, and the experience of caring for others while navigating challenges themselves. With warmth, humor, and personal reflection, they open a season about families, young children, and being human through it all.

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In this episode of Talk Early to Me, we sit down with preschool teacher Meghan for an honest, energizing conversation about life in the classroom. Through rapid fire questions and a few unexpected fun prompts, we get to know the person behind the practice.

Meghan shares real insights from her teaching journey, practical advice for future educators, and reflections on what it truly takes to thrive in early childhood education. She even gives listeners a behind the scenes look at what it was like working with Tamara. Just when she thinks she is safe, we put her on the spot with a spontaneous literacy activity that brings out both her creativity and expertise. It is authentic, insightful, and full of the heart that defines early childhood teaching.

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What happens when you hand the microphone to children and simply ask them about their lives?

In this special episode of Talk Early to Me, we sit down with children ages 5 to 16 and ask them about themselves, their families, school, and friendships. What we received in return was honesty, humor, deep reflection, and yes, sometimes a little more honesty than we expected. Their answers are heartfelt, unfiltered, and surprisingly insightful.

From big dreams to everyday worries, from friendship drama to proud family moments and traditions, the children remind us that their perspectives matter. They are thoughtful observers of their own worlds, eager to be heard and taken seriously.

Along the way, we laugh, we listen closely, and Dayna even learns a little more about six seven when she counts mid-conversation and stops at the wrong point. It is a moment that perfectly captures the joy and authenticity of this episode.

This conversation gave us a powerful reminder. When we slow down and truly listen, children teach us more than we realize. Join us as we gain real, honest perspectives from the young people we work with and live alongside every day.

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In this episode of Talk Early to Me, community college students reflect on their experiences in an Observation and Assessment course and what it means to begin seeing themselves as teachers. Through honest and thoughtful responses, they share how classroom observations, child interactions, and coursework are shaping their confidence and sense of belonging in the field. Their voices highlight how professional identity begins forming long before a first job and how powerful it is when students feel seen, capable, and supported.  

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Join the hosts for a fast, fun lightning round packed with quick questions, honest reactions, and lots of laughs. With rapid-fire, lighthearted prompts, this episode lets listeners get to know the hosts in a playful, unscripted way. No deep dives, just big energy, real personalities, and a reminder that joy and humor are part of the work too. 

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In this episode, we explore what our world would look like if it operated like a preschool classroom. From sharing rules to emotional literacy to the brilliance of play, we highlight the humor and wisdom young children bring into our lives. This one’s lighthearted, insightful, and full of funny anecdotes that educators and families will love. Join us in imaging the country run like a preschool classroom and adults interacting like preschoolers.  Oh wouldn't it be fun!

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One episode was just not enough!  We ask more questions and our moms share more stories and even make us cry.  Learn more about your hosts and motherhood in this episode of Talk Early to Me.

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In this episode we meet Danya's mom, Ms. Annie and Tamara's Mom, Ms. Nancy.  We start out with questions in mind, but the the mom's lead the way sharing anecdotes from our childhoods and mom's current thoughts on technology.  You never know what they will come up with.  Tune in to see!

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In this episode we discuss the senses and sensory processing, how sensory experiences support early learning, and provide activities to engage the senses and spark creativity.