Be a Better Ally: critical conversations for K12 educators – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode, we welcome Dylan Thuras, cofounder and creative director of Atlas Obscura, and Jennifer Swanson, award-winning author and co-host of Solve It for Kids, to talk about their latest book: The Atlas Obscura Explorer’s Guide to Inventing the World. Following up on their acclaimed New York Times bestseller The Atlas Obscura Explorer’s Guide for the World’s Most Adventurous Kid (200,000+ copies sold), this new globe-spanning, STEM-focused guide takes middle-grade readers on a thrilling journey through the 50 most fascinating inventions and scientific discoveries in history.

Chapters

00:00 The Ambitious Project Begins
02:52 Exploring the Evolution of Invention
05:56 The Power of Collaboration in Science
08:38 Interdisciplinary Learning and Curiosity
11:30 The Role of Play in Invention
14:23 A New Perspective on Everyday Objects

As mentioned at the top of the show, learn more about Learning with Purpose: Authentic Global Citizenship & Community Engagement

In this conversation, Tricia Friedman speaks with Dr. Gauri and Dr. Abhijit Desai about their skincare brand, Brownkind, which focuses on the unique needs of brown skin. They discuss the importance of recognizing and celebrating diverse skin types, the role of education in skincare, and the necessity of creating products specifically for brown skin. The doctors share their journey from frustration in their clinical practice to launching their own line, emphasizing the importance of scientific understanding over trends. They also highlight the need for diversity in dermatology and the significance of collaboration in their work.  

Chapters

00:00 The Vision Behind Brownkind
02:38 Understanding Brown Skin Needs
05:29 The Importance of Education in Skincare
08:01 Taking Action: From Frustration to Creation
10:51 Debunking Myths in Skincare
13:25 The Role of Diversity in Dermatology
16:13 Collaboration and Mutual Respect in Business

 

Learn more

https://brownkind.com/

 

Kyle Casey Chu (aka Panda Dulce) is a writer, filmmaker, and one of the founding queens of Drag Story Hour. In June 2022, far-right extremists stormed her Drag Story Hour in an attempt to silence her. She is now using her global platform to tell even gayer stories. She lives in San Francisco. The Queen Bees of Tybee County is her first novel written for middle grade readers and is receiving rave reviews. Equal parts sweet coming-of-age story and thoughtful, kid-friendly exploration of intersectional identity, QUEEN BEES OF TYBEE COUNTY is a celebration and imagination of a world in which we all get the support and affirmation we deserve. Learn more and get your copy soon: https://www.kylecaseychu.com/

On this episode, we get the JOY of listening to Meredith Klein and Sherri Spelic talk about the art of co-facilitation. Meredith and Sherri reflect on what makes for great teacher collaboration, and what it takes to truly cultivate a space for listening and growth. Ready to connect with our guests? Find Sherri on Twitter: https://twitter.com/edifiedlistener Follow her free newsletter 'Bending the Ark' https://bendingthearc.substack.com/ Find Meredith on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredith-klein-she-her-hers-6098112a/ Explore their recommendations: https://annehelen.substack.com/ https://crtandthebrain.com/about/ https://brightmorningteam.com/blog/ Interested in joining Tricia to learn more about the intersection of equity and AI? Use special code 'BABA25' at checkout: https://www.shiftingschools.com/learn Connect with Tricia: Tricia (at) shiftingschools (dot com)

Ready to learn about this week's amazing guest? Born in Venezuela, AnaYelsi Velasco-Sanchez (she/her/hers) is an IndoLatinx mujerista working to create and agitate her way through the Latin diaspora. She is a highly skilled and compassionate public educator who utilizes her signature Interlocking Justice methodology to catalyze an embodied response in her clients. Interlocking Justice is a holistic, accessible, and sustainable approach to justice and liberation work that AnaYelsi teaches and speaks about nationwide. She empowers individuals and communities with her diverse skill set, which includes education, coaching, consulting, writing, and art. She founded the Interlocking Justice Institute and offers her services through her business, AVS Consulting, working with various clients, including colleges and universities, nonprofit organizations, faith communities, businesses, and individuals seeking to build an accessible and sustainable movement for liberation. AnaYelsi also founded En Conjunto—a collective providing support, community, resources, and collaborative opportunities to People of Color working independently at the intersection of justice and spirituality. ​​AnaYelsi serves on the board of the Festival Center in Washington, DC, and is the Co-Director for The Well DC’s Justice Ministry. Explore her website: https://anayelsi.com/ Check out the abundance deck: https://anayelsi.com/abundance-deck/ Learn more about The Interlocking Justice Institute: https://anayelsi.com/ijinstitute/ For a transcript of our conversation: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15LFfqwwsEMjiX3oAjeTfY5z3WPVBrTV7ypBO6K9P8gE/edit?usp=sharing

On this episode of the podcast we hear from Shelly Page (with a brief intro from Alex Brown)as she walks us through the process of bringing the soon-to-be-released collection 'Night of the Living Queers' to bookshelves everywhere. Pre-order your copy now https://bookshop.org/p/books/night-of-the-living-queers-13-tales-of-terror-delight-alex-brown/19473791?ean=9781250892980 Connect with Shelly and Alex: https://twitter.com/shelly_p_writes https://twitter.com/gravity_fail09 Get $25 off the Media Literacy and Inclusion Course by using promo code "BABA25" on checkout https://www.shiftingschools.com/store-2/p/media-literacy-and-inclusion Also mentioned in this episode: https://lgbtqreads.com/2023/06/19/most-anticipated-young-adult-fiction-july-december-2023/

"What can the field(s) of rhetoric do to foster connection and care across difference? And, what stories must we tell to remake worlds conducive to one another’s thriving? " Those are the questions at the core of Dr. Hsu's work. On this episode of the podcast we talk more about their book: Constellating Home: Trans and Queer Asian American Rhetorics This book is available open source for all of June (2023) http://www.vjohsu.com/constellating-home Learn more about their work: http://www.vjohsu.com/ Support the Black Trans Leadership of Austin: https://btla.squarespace.com/ Interested in the opportunity from Dr Waid as mentioned at the end of the episode? Email tricia (at) shiftingschools.com before June 21st for more

On this episode, we have the important opportunity to hear from student leaders. Our guests are members of the High School Spectrum Group at WAB (Western Academy of Beijing). 📲You can follow them on IG: https://www.instagram.com/spectrumwab/?igshid=MmJiY2I4NDBkZg%3D%3D (@spectrumWAB) 📢Also discussed on this episode is the collection of amazing read alouds available courtesy of the non-profit organization Pride and Less Prejudice. 📌Find them: https://www.prideandlessprejudice.org/read-alouds

On this episode we talk with Zackary Grady about their award-nominated production Gay Pride and Prejudice. Learn all about that show: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26518740/ Learn more about Zackary: https://www.thackarybinx.com/about Check out the books he recommended: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/40779647 https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60141378-nikhil-out-loud Take 25 dollars off the Media Literacy and Inclusion Shifting Schools Course: Use promo code 'BABA25' at checkout: https://www.shiftingschools.com/store-2/p/media-literacy-and-inclusion

On the show this week Lindz Amer talks to us all about their brand new book Rainbow Parenting as well as what we as readers and allies can do to expand on the lessons shared in that text. Learn all about the book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/rainbow-parenting-your-guide-to-raising-queer-kids-and-their-allies-lindz-amer/18721536?ean=9781250836489 Learn more about Lindz Amer: https://lindzamer.com/ Learn more about the Pride and Less Prejudice Celebrity Fundraiser: https://www.prideandlessprejudice.org/events Email me to enter to win a free seat! tricia (at) shiftingschools (dot com) Email must be sent by 9pm EST June 1st to qualify