Welcome to Hot Topics! Join host Gabrielle Crichlow as she welcomes back guest Robin Simpson for her sixth visit! In this episode, the ladies delve into Robin’s follow-up to her first appearance on the podcast, where she initially shared her pursuit of a master’s degree. Now, she discusses her pursuit of a doctorate degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Robin also shares her experiences in using generative AI to support student learning. She emphasizes the need for school accommodations while embracing her own neurodivergence, namely ADHD and dyslexia. Gabrielle and Robin highlight the urgency of increasing the presence of neurodivergent Black women in academia and showcase the strength found in community and diverse voices.

Who is Robin Simpson?
Robin Renee Simpson holds an Associate degree in Human Services from New York City College of Technology and a Bachelor’s degree from Metropolitan College. She earned her Master’s degree in Childhood and Special Education (Birth–Grade 2) from St. John’s University in 2022. She is currently a doctoral candidate in Curriculum and Instruction, pursuing a PhD in Education with a focus in Philosophy of Education. She is an adjunct professor and the creator of the GUIDE Framework (Simpson, 2024), a structured approach to using generative AI to support student learning. In addition to her academic work, she is a Residential Family Group Daycare owner and a Master Life Coach. Her work focuses on social justice in education and supporting twice-exceptional learners, with an emphasis on helping students understand how they think and learn.

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On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577355294427
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miss_robins_daycare
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On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cherish9801
On Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/cherish5162
By email: [email protected]

Research Study Invitation: Are you a college or graduate student with a learning disability? Do you have an IEP or 504? If you don't have an official diagnosis, do you suspect you have one? If your answer is yes to any of the above, then participate in Robin's study! Email her at [email protected] for more info.

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Original date of episode: April 11, 2026