In this warm and curiosity-packed conversation, Tricia Friedman sits down with Brian "Uncle John" Boone, longtime contributor to the iconic Uncle John's Know It All Bathroom Reader series—now celebrating its 38th edition. Brian shares why trivia continues to captivate millions, how collaborative writing fuels the series' longevity, and why tiny bits of knowledge can strengthen community, curiosity, and even kindness.

Together, Tricia and Brian explore:

• Why trivia matters in a world overloaded with information

• How curiosity helps us build human connection

• The behind-the-scenes pitching and research process at the Bathroom Readers' Institute

• The multigenerational fandom behind the beloved series

• How educators, parents, and young writers can use trivia to inspire creativity and local storytelling

• Practical tips for idea-keeping, pitching, and overcoming rejection as a writer

This episode is perfect for educators, writers, trivia lovers, librarians, caretakers, and anyone needing a little delight at this busy time of year.

Brian Boone has spent more than two decades helping shape one of the world's most beloved trivia traditions: Uncle John's Bathroom Reader. With millions of copies sold and a fiercely loyal, multigenerational fandom, the "Know It All" series continues to turn everyday moments into delightful discoveries.

In this episode, Brian shares what keeps the series thriving after 38 editions:

• Humans are wired for curiosity. Trivia satisfies our desire to understand the world in quick, accessible ways.

• Trivia builds connection. Readers often share facts with friends, family, and even strangers—strengthening social bonds.

• Collaboration fuels creativity. The series is built by writers of different ages and backgrounds, each bringing unique lenses to history, science, pop culture, and everyday oddities.

• Research is an adventure. From public libraries to vintage magazines to listener letters, the team follows surprising threads that lead to new stories.

• Writing thrives on feedback. Brian offers honest, encouraging insight into pitching, rejection, and finding the right home for your ideas.

Tricia and Brian also discuss how educators can adapt this model for micro-projects in classrooms: school-based trivia books, local history prompts, research sprints, and collaborative student authorship.

If you're looking for a light, meaningful episode at the end of a hectic year, this conversation is a reminder that joyful learning still matters.

 

Join Tricia for a Futures Literacy conversation on December 12th through The Guardian Project:

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Tricia Friedman sits down with Scott and Mark Hoying to explore what it means to build a family rooted in love, creativity, and community. Together they talk about their new children's book, why representation in early storytelling matters, and how reimagining family through inclusive narratives can nurture belonging.

They also share how their creative partnership strengthens their relationship, what they're learning as they prepare for parenthood, and why embracing multi-hyphenate creativity can open unexpected pathways in art, life, and love. This warm holiday-season conversation blends heart, humor, and practical wisdom for anyone curious about how family and creativity evolve together.

Get your copy of their brand new book:

https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250853349/falalafamily/

Key Takeaways

• Family is shaped by love, care, and chosen community—not limited by traditional definitions.

• Inclusive children's books expand how young readers understand belonging and representation.

• Creative collaboration can deepen trust, communication, and emotional connection.

• Multi-hyphenate creativity empowers people to work across genres and mediums.

• Preparing for parenthood often mirrors the creative process: patience, curiosity, and resilience.

• Innovation emerges when couples challenge routines and try new approaches together.

• A shared creative life can strengthen partnership and build strong foundations for future family life.

• The holiday season offers opportunities to celebrate joy, generosity, and chosen family.

Karam Abboud shares their Second Chance story.

 

If their story inspires you, consider exploring ways to make even more stories like this a possibility.

Learn more:

https://www.secondchance.global/

 

​​​​​​Every year, brilliant low-income students from around the world risk being left behind — not for lack of talent, but for lack of financial means to accept their college admission offers. Until Second Chance takes action.​​​​​

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Each April, at the final hour of the admissions cycle, we identify a cohort of extraordinary students and connect them with full scholarships at leading universities worldwide.​​​​​​

 

Thank you to Oskar Diyali for creating the intro and outro music for this episode.

Discover the ten pivotal reasons why GSAs should embrace AI literacy and the role they play in bias mitigation, representation, and inclusive research. Explore probing questions to guide GSA groups on their AI discovery journey. Let's explore ways to boost activism, and advocacy within the AI landscape from an LGBTQ+ perspective. Want to enter to win a free seat at the 3-Week Cohort? Learn more about the cohort: https://www.shiftingschools.com/ Enter to win by emailing: tricia (at) shiftingschools (dot com) Explore the free slideshow with all the resources discussed: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vTtt_kco-Nvr1TdSvfklqJ_skqJjEMiRVqNX7xbXVhcq0Lep1BaUV66Bvs3E9QPoVkuBTtBR3w5OmAN/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000

In light of Halloween being just around the corner, we are bringing you a repeat episode that explores a remarkable seasonal text to explore with the YA fans in your life! 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 bookshop.org/p/books/night-of-t…?ean=9781250892980 Connect with Shelly and Alex: twitter.com/shelly_p_writes twitter.com/gravity_fail09 Get $25 off the Media Literacy and Inclusion Course by using promo code "BABA25" on checkout www.shiftingschools.com/store-2/p/med…and-inclusion Also mentioned in this episode: lgbtqreads.com/2023/06/19/most-a…ly-december-2023/

In this episode Dr. Kraft shatters misconceptions and reveals the power of gaming for building social-emotional skills. How can educators effectively integrate gaming into their SEL programs? Are You Ready To Unlock the Power of Gaming? The power of gaming can be harnessed to forge strong peer connections among students. By instilling the elements of gaming in social-emotional learning, students can be encouraged to reflect on their emotions and reactions in gaming scenarios, apply insights to real-life contexts, and foster belonging within their peer groups. Thus, far from being a mere recreational activity, gaming can be a potent tool for facilitating improved student well-being and social-emotional growth. Learn more about our amazing guest: Dr. Kristen Craft has served as a teacher, principal, and district administrator in public education for the past 27 years. A champion of students, Dr. Craft is currently the Scholastic Esports Specialist for Generation Esports. She helps normalize esports in education by supporting schools and districts to create a scholastic esports pipeline. Mentoring educational leaders, teaching aspiring principals at the university level, presenting at multiple conferences, and connecting with leaders across the country, Kristen knows the impact leaders can have on a school or district. The culmination of her time in administration at both levels represents a lifetime of love spent in the greatest profession. She is the Gaming Concepts Podcast host and has been featured in several ed leadership podcasts and publications. Kristen was named the 2021 Kansas Principal of the Year. Twitter – @KristenEsports @GamingConceptsU @JoinGenEsports @HSELesports LinkedIn – KristenEsports, Generation Esports Links explored in this episode ‍LGBTQ Students Finding Hope in Declining Mental Health via Esports in Schools https://www.gamingconcepts.gg/ Huge thanks to our amazing Sponsor for this episode! Mackin For highlights from this conversation: 00:17:21 – Esports and Marginalized Populations The guest highlights the positive impact of esports on marginalized populations, specifically LGBTQ+ students. She mentions a study that showed significant growth in self-esteem among students who had mental health moments integrated into their gaming concepts curriculum. 00:18:13 – Rapid Transformation with Esports The guest discusses the transformative effects of implementing esports in schools. She shares the results of a study where students showed tremendous gains in self-esteem within just ten weeks. Esports provides a sense of community and inclusivity for students who may feel marginalized. 00:22:12 – Leadership Skills and Career Opportunities The guest emphasizes that esports develops leadership skills 00:31:16 – Creating a Welcoming Culture Dr. Kraft emphasizes that adding initiatives like Esports can create an inclusive and welcoming culture in schools. It is essential for educational leaders to see and fight for all students, rather than discounting or shaming them. 00:31:52 – The Role of Educational Leaders Dr. Kraft reminds leaders that their focus should be on the students, not themselves. Turning a blind eye to the needs of students is not who educational leaders should be. They should actively advocate for and support all students. 00:32:15 – Ending on a Powerful Note Tricia thanks Dr. Kraft for sharing her expertise and passion. The conversation serves as a reminder that it is ultimately about the kids and their well-being. Dr. Kraft's insights provide inspiration for educational leaders to prioritize the needs of students.

On this episode we talk about the art of listening, the significance of bringing a critical lens to our media diet, and much MUCH more. It is such an honor to have Bridget Todd on the show. 🎙Learn all about our guest: Bridget is the Communications Director at UltraViolet. She got her start teaching courses on writing and social change at Howard University. Since then, she's trained human rights activists in Australia, coordinated digital strategy for organizations like Planned Parenthood, the Women's March, and MSNBC. Bridget Todd is the creator and host of iHeartRadio's critically acclaimed podcast There Are No Girls on the Internet. Formerly, she cohosted iHeartMedia's Stuff Mom Never Told You podcast bringing feminist issues to 2 million ears a month and hosted a global salon with AFROPUNK where she talked to high-profile women like Ava Duvernay and #MeToo creator Tarana Burke. 📌Explore the curated guide to There Are No Girls On The Internet t.ly/-5jh ➡️ Be sure to vote for the show in the Shorty Awards https://shortyawards.com/15th/there-are-no-girls-on-the-internet 📲 Follow Bridget Todd online https://twitter.com/BridgetMarie ➡️ Learn more about UltraViolet https://weareultraviolet.org/ 🔗 Learn more about Pride and Less Prejudice as discussed at the top of the show: https://www.prideandlessprejudice.org/ ⚙️Click here for a transcript of this episode https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RL8WyHJx0qJeNfA5WmiL7bIiXA6P6OzBOxa6CNBMPMI/edit?usp=sharing Join Tricia this November https://chaptersinternational.com/mailer/tricia_friedman_OWCEEGAI-1.html Learn more about IRL Season 7 https://irlpodcast.org/

Zoe Tokushige (she/they) originally hails from Southern California, but has spent the past decade on the East Coast. After attending NYU for a BS in media, culture, and communications, Zoe received an MFA in creative writing from Emerson College before returning to New York to work in publishing. Zoe currently works in pre-press production at Penguin Random House. When not writing, Zoe enjoys crafts, video games, and D&D. Airi Sano, Prankmaster General: New School Skirmish is Zoe's debut novel. Learn more about this amazing book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/690503/airi-sano-prankmaster-general-public-enemy-number-one-by-zoe-tokushige-illustrated-by-jennifer-naalchigar/ Connect with Zoe: https://zoetokushige.com/ Sign up to win your copy at https://allyed.org/ Learn more about the course mentioned at the top of the episode: https://global-citizenship-hub.teachable.com/p/reciprocal-community-partnerships-a-master-class-in-how-to-evaluate-and-build-sustainable-inclusive-partnerships-in-k-12-schools

Hannah V. Sawyerr was recognized as the Youth Poet Laureate of Baltimore in 2016. Her spoken word has been featured on the BBC's World Have Your Say program, as well as the National Education Association's "Do You Hear Us?" campaign. Her written word has been included in gal-dem, Rookie, and xoNecole. She holds a BA in English from Morgan State University and an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School. Sawyerr is an English professor at Loyola Marymount University and lives in Los Angeles, California. ALL THE FIGHTING PARTS is her debut novel. Learn more about her:https://www.hannahsawyerr.com/ Check out her book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/all-the-fighting-parts-hannah-v-sawyerr/19736590 Connect with her: https://www.hannahsawyerr.com/contact As mentioned at the top of the episode... Check out the NEASC webinar on AI and Education: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQTlzpSvr2E Access the Leading in the Era of AI course free: https://www.shiftingschools.com/ Follow Tricia's newsletter to win a copy of All the Fighting Parts: https://allyed.org/

Dr. Mark Anthony Gooden is on the podcast this week to talk about the book "Five Practices For Equity-Focused School Leadership" He addresses the ethos and anecdotes behind the book as well as why the lessons within are so relevant for leaders in education. Learn more about our guest: https://goodenphd.com/ Follow him on social media: https://twitter.com/GoodenPhD Connect with Tricia at next week's free webinar: https://www.neasc.org/events/artificial-intelligence-and-education-webinar-september-26-2023

Don P. Hooper is a writer and filmmaker of Jamaican heritage (and a programmer in a former life). His short story Got Me a Jet Pack is part of the New York Times bestselling anthology Black Boy Joy. His directing work has been featured in the Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival, the New York City Horror Film Festival, the New Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival (award winner), and more. He does voice-over in video games and documentaries. True True is his debut novel. In this episode, Don helps us learn more about his debut novel and asks us to think further about how this book can expand the conversation on what it means to see and value one another's humanity. Order the book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/true-true/18888323 Connect with the author: https://twitter.com/madclownetry Learn more about Tricia's three part online series as mentioned at the top of the show: https://chaptersinternational.com/mailer/tricia_friedman_OWCEEGAI-1.html

This week we speak with artist and illustrator Angel Chang. Angel discusses her work and process as well as ways educators can support aspiring illustrators. Angel's most recent project is the #Kidlit book "Too Much!: An Overwhelming Day" https://bookshop.org/p/books/too-much-an-overwhelming-day-jolene-gutierrez/19736712 Learn more about her work: https://angelchangart.com/illustrations As discussed you can check out the 'Leading in the Era of AI' course free: www.shiftingschools.com

If your team wants better collaboration but you haven't talked about what it means to have generative conflict you are missing a key ingredient. In this episode Tricia talks about the Compassionate Conflict Toolkit, which you can access free: http://surl.li/kitju Want to talk more about generative conflict or what an authentic apology means to you? Drop me an email! tricia (at) shiftingschools (dot com). Learn more about learning with Tricia www.allyed.org

​​​​​​Every year, brilliant low-income students from around the world risk being left behind — not for lack of talent, but for lack of financial means to accept their college admission offers. 

Until Second Chance takes action.​​​​​

​​​​​​Each April, at the final hour of the admissions cycle, we identify a cohort of extraordinary students and connect them with full scholarships at leading universities worldwide.​​​​​​

On the podcast you get to hear first hand from students who have experienced the mission of Second Chance.

This September, we invite you to Step Up for Second Chance, and figure out how you, and your community can support them in helping even more students.

 

The intro and outro music is composed by Second Chance student 
Oskar Diyali .

 

Learn more:

https://www.secondchance.global/

 

 

As we begin a new academic year, this is an important time to think about how you might prioritize your own wellbeing. I've been absolutely inspired by the new book from Swapna Krishna, and I wanted to bring you a small part of an interview I conducted with her for my other podcast, the Shifting Schools podcast. Learn more about her book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/pocket-nature-stargazing-contemplate-the-cosmos-to-find-inner-peace-swapna-krishna/19743264?ean=9781797221366 Follow the Shifting Schools Podcast: www.shiftingschools.com Email me to talk more about taking on Swapna's advice! Tricia (at) shiftingschools (dot com)

How can we honor different interests in different texts types and still have an entry point into powerful conversations? Tricia walks us through a resource in a new free guide. The 'common bookmark' aims to provide scaffolding for student and teacher groups. Ready to download the free guide and explore the bookmark? https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/activities-for-your-gsasogi-group-a-free-guide/ Ready to learn more about Pride and Less Prejudice and to explore their brand new lineup of books? https://www.prideandlessprejudice.org/ Purchase books from the PLP affiliate link: https://bookshop.org/shop/PLP Join Tricia this November: https://chaptersinternational.com/mailer/tricia_friedman_OWCEEGAI-1.html

In this episode we discuss a free guide that sets your GSA/SOGI group up to explore and consider the role of AI Literacy. This episode starts off with a definition of a crucial concept: "technochauvanism" as defined by Meredith Broussard. If you want to engage your students with AI Literacy, give this episode a listen and explore the resources discussed. 📁Download your free guide:📁 https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/ai-literacy-and-pride/ 🔥Use promo code "AIPRE175" to join the 3-Month Generative AI Cohort at 50% off🔥 https://www.shiftingschools.com/learn 📘Additional Resources discussed in this episode📘 https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262047654/more-than-a-glitch/ https://www.publicbooks.org/letting-go-of-technochauvinism/

On this episode, Jolene Gutiérrez tells us all about her brand new book Too Much! Ready to learn more about this book? "Sometimes everything is too much! Too loud, too bright, and all too overwhelming. Writing from her own experience with sensory processing disorder, award-winning teacher-librarian Jolene Gutiérrez's compassionate picture book explores the struggles of a sensorily sensitive child and how they settle themselves. Joined by Angel Chang's beautiful color illustrations, young readers will learn that it's OK if some days are too much." Get your copy today: https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/too-much_9781419764264/ Enter to win a free copy of this book (US residents only with a street mailing address please) reach out to Tricia (at) shiftingschools (dot com) by August 14th Ready to connect with our guest? Website: jolenegutierrez.com Facebook: facebook.com/writerjolene Twitter: twitter.com/writerjolene Learn all about the book launch in Denver on Aug 5th https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-launch-event-for-jolene-gutierrez-tickets-645667497867 Check out the teacher/caregiver book guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jMzQ0wxnPZEG5GEaa---XOzLan5TSjrA/view Interested in joining Tricia for the 3-Month Generative AI Cohort that kicks off this September? Click the link and enter promo code AIPRE175 which gives you 50% off https://www.shiftingschools.com/store-2/p/3-month-generative-ai-cohort

What is design thinking? What does it mean to focus on mindsets rather than models? Guest leader, educator and author Dee Lanier answers those questions and more on this episode as we explore his work 'Demarginalizing Design.' Ready to learn all about Dee Lanier? 🔗https://linktr.ee/deelanier Check out his book: 🔗https://www.amazon.ca/Demarginalizing-Design-Elevating-Problem-Solving/dp/0578286556 Follow his podcast: 🔗https://theliberatededucatorpod.buzzsprout.com/ Explore Solve in Time: 🔗https://solveintime.com/home/about/ Explore Maker Kitchen: 🔗https://www.edutechserve.com/makerkitchen

How is Minecraft a powerful tool for building community, fostering inclusion, and engaging learners? This week we share an episode of the Shifting Schools podcast featuring the amazing guest Mashfiq Ahmed who has an answer for that question and tons of wisdom to share. ➡️ Mashfiq Ahmed (he/him) is a high school chemistry teacher at John Dewey High School in Brooklyn, New York. He has been playing video games ever since he was 4-years-old and they have positively shaped him into the person that he is today. As a teacher, Mashfiq utilizes classroom gamification tools in order to support all of his students and make science more engaging. When the 2020-2021 virtual school year started, Mashfiq created an after school Minecraft Club in order for students to have a place to relax and de-stress through gaming during the pandemic. Since then, the club has grown to become something so much bigger than he could have possibly imagined. For example, Mashfiq's Minecraft Club participates in esports building competitions with designs that promote equity, accessibility, and sustainability in New York City. Mashfiq strives to create a safe space for all, especially neurodivergent, people of color, and LGBTQ+ students, to express themselves through Minecraft and gaming. His Minecraft Club members are also Minecraft Student Ambassadors who have provided Minecraft training for other teachers and have showcased their work globally, such as at the recent United Nations Climate Change Conference. Mashfiq hopes that the future of gaming continues to be more inclusive and accessible for everyone. Additionally, he is also a certified Minecraft educator and a global Minecraft mentor. Due to Mashfiq's efforts he was recently inducted into The Game Awards Future Class of 2022, which honors inspiring individuals who represent the bright, bold, and inclusive future of video games.  🔦 Ready to connect with Mashfiq? Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrAhmedGaming YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MrAhmedGaming Minecraft Club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdhsminecraftclub/  Minecraft Club Linktree: https://linktr.ee/MinecraftClub 🔗Additional Links discussed and further ways to learn about Masfiq's work: New York City's DIIT presents Minecraft Education - Battle of the Boroughs The Battle of the Boroughs: A Win for Education and Esports BATTLE OF THE BOROUGHS: EMPOWERING YOUTH FOR A SUSTAINABLE AND INCLUSIVE NYC 🎮 Connect with the sponsors of the Shifting Schools esports series 🎮   Daigon and X-Sense Unlock the potential of Esports for your school with DAIGON's platform, solutions, and expertise guiding your International School to success in the world of esports. X-Sense is an innovative company providing home safety products, including cutting-edge smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and other smart home security systems designed to keep you and your loved ones safe 24/7. With easy-to-install devices and smart technology,  you'll have peace of mind knowing that X-Sense is always on guard. Protect what matters most with X-Sense. Check out the great X-Sense deals for Amazon Prime Day. Ready to continue your learning with Shifting Schools? Connect with our pathways and continue your journey of learning. Reach out to us with your questions and comments, we LOVE hearing from listeners: info(at) shiftingschools (dot com)

Summer can be a great time to rethink habits. This summer I'm trying a few mini experiments out to recalibrate my relationship with my use of social media. Wanna join me? Download the free BALANCE one-pager: https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/summer-social-shifts/ Let me know what you are doing to reimagine your relationship with social media: tricia (at) shifting schools (dot) (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/

Second Chance was conceived in 2018 when 60 of the world's best students had their full scholarships revoked by a university at the last moment.

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Every year, high-achieving, high-need students around the world miss out on university for reasons outside of their control. These students have applied to university, but are not able to access the financial aid they had hoped for.

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This is where Second Chance comes in. Each year, they identify a cohort of the world's most brilliant students who face financial and other barriers to higher education, who have not gained access to university in the usual application cycle. These students come from the most difficult circumstances worldwide.

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After April 1, when universities have usually finalized their funding, their team of highly committed, experienced college counselors rapidly place these students at excellent universities around the world, with full scholarships.

 

Learn more:

https://www.secondchance.global/about

 

"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

On this episode Professor Marla Hunter tells listeners about the beginnings to Live. Love. Teach LLC and Live. Love. Swim LLC Learn more about Professor Hunter: https://www.msmarlahunter.com/ Follow her online: https://twitter.com/liveluvteachllc https://www.linkedin.com/in/msmarlahunter/ As mentioned at the top of the episode, download the brand new free guide: AI Literacy and LGBTQ+ Inclusion: https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/ai-literacy-and-pride/ Learn more about Pride and Less Prejudice: https://www.prideandlessprejudice.org/

Jennifer Jill Fellows is a faculty member in the philosophy department at Douglas College. She is also a 2022 Media Fellow of the Marc Sanders Foundation. She is a co-editor of a collection of essays examining technology through an intersectional feminist lens entitled Gender, Sex and Tech!: An Intersectional Feminist Guide published by Canadian Scholars Women's Press. The book explores everything from menstrual tech to dating apps, from baby bottles to the gendering of virtual assistants. Her particular research interests are in philosophy of science and technology, social epistemology, and practical ethics. Learn more about Dr. Fellows: https://sites.google.com/view/thoughts-thinking-thoughts/home Explore the book: www.canadianscholars.ca/books/gender-sex-and-tech Follow her podcast: https://gendersextech.opened.ca/ Learn more about the Shifting Schools Generative AI cohort: https://www.shiftingschools.com/ Use special code 'BABA25' to save $25

This episode shares an important call to action from a remarkably dedicated group of student leaders. How will YOU use your influence to support their leadership today? 🖊️ Sign their petition: https://chng.it/PSnByYcCCg 📱 Share their petition online: #IBwillyoustandwithme To learn more about the power of online campaigns: http://gg.gg/BABAonline Contact me for support with learning more for a free workshop this Pride: tricia (at) shiftingschools (dotcom)

On this week we talk about dealing with resistance, and treating yourself with compassion when it comes to leading in DEI work. Our special guest is SHONAGH REID. Learn more about our guest: https://shonaghreid.com/about Links referred to in this episode: 3 Listening Activities to Drive Your DEI Progress https://shonaghreid.com/blog/f/3-listening-activities-to-drive-your-dei-progress How to deal with resistance in DEI work https://shonaghreid.com/blog/f/how-to-deal-with-resistance-in-dei-work Connect with our guest: https://www.instagram.com/shonagh.reid/ https://twitter.com/_ShonaghReid https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonaghreid/ Connect with Spotlight Inclusion: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spotlight-inclusion/?viewAsMember=true Explore her ebook: https://shonaghreid.com/ebook Download her free resource pack: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/311884/79993463739778766/share For a transcript of this episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Sdpe688xy9npesYuXB8z-fEX45xkhp4mJA3IY7U1wtY/edit?usp=sharing

In this episode of The Be A Better Ally Show, we learn from author Jen St. Jude about their new book, 'If Tomorrow Doesn't Come.' Pre-order now, book available May 9th. Jen St. Jude shares the inspiration behind her book, as well as advice for aspiring writers. We also explore the relationship between editors and writer. Learn all about Jen: https://www.jenstjude.com/contactbio.html Follow them online: https://twitter.com/jenstjude Pre-order the book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/if-tomorrow-doesn-t-come-jen-st-jude/18803466?ean=9781547611362 For a transcript of the episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RL8WyHJx0qJeNfA5WmiL7bIiXA6P6OzBOxa6CNBMPMI/edit?usp=sharing To enter to win a copy of the book please feel out this form: https://forms.gle/V1VbQq7Pg8W4Pvhz7

On this episode we talk about the art of listening, the significance of bringing a critical lens to our media diet, and much MUCH more. It is such an honor to have Bridget Todd on the show. 🎙Learn all about our guest: Bridget is the Communications Director at UltraViolet. She got her start teaching courses on writing and social change at Howard University. Since then, she's trained human rights activists in Australia, coordinated digital strategy for organizations like Planned Parenthood, the Women's March, and MSNBC. Bridget Todd is the creator and host of iHeartRadio's critically acclaimed podcast There Are No Girls on the Internet. Formerly, she cohosted iHeartMedia's Stuff Mom Never Told You podcast bringing feminist issues to 2 million ears a month and hosted a global salon with AFROPUNK where she talked to high-profile women like Ava Duvernay and #MeToo creator Tarana Burke. 📌Explore the curated guide to There Are No Girls On The Internet t.ly/-5jh ➡️ Be sure to vote for the show in the Shorty Awards https://shortyawards.com/15th/there-are-no-girls-on-the-internet 📲 Follow Bridget Todd online https://twitter.com/BridgetMarie ➡️ Learn more about UltraViolet https://weareultraviolet.org/ 🔗 Learn more about Pride and Less Prejudice as discussed at the top of the show: https://www.prideandlessprejudice.org/ ⚙️Click here for a transcript of this episode https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RL8WyHJx0qJeNfA5WmiL7bIiXA6P6OzBOxa6CNBMPMI/edit?usp=sharing

Ruchira Gupta is a writer, feminist campaigner, professor at New York University and founder of the anti-sex-trafficking organization, Apne Aap Women Worldwide. She won the Clinton Global Citizen award in 2009, the Sera Bangali Award in 2012 and an Emmy for outstanding investigative journalism in 1996. She has helped more than twenty thousand girls and women in India exit prostitution systems and her experiences with this work inspired her debut novel I Kick and I Fly. She has also edited As If Women Matter, an anthology of Gloria Steinem's essays, and written manuals on human trafficking for the UN Office for Drugs and Crime. Ruchira divides her time between Delhi and New York. Follow Ruchira at author website:   https://ruchiragupta.com/   Learn more about her new middle grade book: https://www.slj.com/review/the-freedom-seeker    

On this episode, we host author and journalist Rose Hackman who shares more about her new book 'Emotional Labor.' Learn more about Rose Hackman: Rose Hackman is a British journalist based in Detroit. For the last decade, her work on gender, race, labor, policing, housing and the environment — published in The Guardian — has brought international attention to overlooked American policy issues, historically entrenched injustices, and complicated social mores. In 2015, while working as a features writer for The Guardian in New York City, Rose wrote a widely-circulated article on emotional labor, which radically changed her way of understanding how power, gender and race affect the most intimate ways in which people relate to one another. Her research on emotional labor in the eight years since — as an invisible, devalued, feminized and yet essential form of work — has sought to drastically reframe our view of women, work and the nature of persistent inequality. Rose grew up in post-industrial, francophone Belgium. She received her undergraduate degree in 2008 from University College London (UCL) and trained as a reporter in the Associated Press print and television newsrooms in Rome, Italy. In 2013, she graduated with a master's degree in Human Rights from Columbia University, where she focused on social and economic rights violations in the United States. Continue learning: https://www.rosehackman.com/ Explore more about the book 'Emotional Labor' https://bookshop.org/p/books/emotional-labor-the-invisible-work-shaping-our-lives-and-how-to-claim-our-power-rose-hackman/18413314?ean=9781250777355 For a transcript of this episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uW4oXORkh2rWmKQ89BmbTt5HT_YGGTjyWF_NI0nlV4o/edit?usp=sharing

This week we bring you a conversation with a remarkable panel of student leaders via the Unhinged Collaboration podcast. Learn more about the zines this student group publishes: https://sites.google.com/bbis.de/bbis-social-justice-committee/zines?authuser=0 Explore their recent piece in TIE Online: https://www.tieonline.com/article/3453/empowering-change-the-role-of-the-social-justice-committee Get the Intersection of AI and Equity Course free: https://www.shiftingschools.com/store-2/p/5-day-ai-challenge-83rw3 Email tricia (at) shiftingschools (dot com) Learn more about the Unhinged Collaboration podcast unhingedcollaboration.com For a transcript of this episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bmJCmL2tLpAGgjDSuzly9_OOeMb8LKlB7ImjxIqpAB4/edit?usp=sharing

I cannot talk about AJ Irving's soon-to-be-released (May, 2023) book 'The Wishing Flower' without getting emotional. It is groundbreaking, beautiful, and a must-buy for school libraries. We talk about the power of books, the power of groups ensuring the truth always has a home in classrooms, and what we can do to collaboratively ask for more books like this one. About the Author: A.J. Irving grew up in Boise, Idaho, writing stories and daydreaming about becoming an author. Now, she writes picture books and poetry beneath an old elm tree in Salt Lake City. A.J. reads kidlit every day and dances every chance she gets. She is the author of Dance Like a Leaf (Barefoot Books, 2020) and The Wishing Flower (Knopf BFYR, May 30, 2023). As a children's author and former bookmobile librarian, A.J. is passionate about inspiring kids to love books. When she's not reading, writing, or dancing, she enjoys exploring Utah with her husband, two children, and their English bulldog. A.J. received a B.A. in journalism and women's and gender studies from the University of Oregon. She is represented by Jordan Hamessley of New Leaf Literary. Learn more: https://ajirving.com/ Pre-order The Wishing Flower: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-wishing-flower/18882866?ean=9780593430446 Explore the teaching guides: https://ajirving.com/activities/ Connect with the author: https://ajirving.com/contact/ Mentioned in this episode: Dr. Bishop's work: https://www.readingrockets.org/teaching/experts/rudine-sims-bishop Pride and Less Prejudice: https://www.prideandlessprejudice.org/ Freadom: https://www.freadom.us/ Right to read: https://www.literacyworldwide.org/get-involved/childrens-rights-to-read For a transcript of this episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RPyUCYkzJxhhWflnGjK1lfzoIM3hsc5JxeP8_vDgODc/edit?usp=sharing To win a free copy of The Wishing Flower enter to win by filling out this form: https://forms.gle/6X8sgw1vQxW7Jq92A Or email tricia(at) shiftingschools (dot com)

On this episode, we sit down with the folks behind the podcast "BIPOC Credits." If you teach film or you have students interested in learning more about the film industry, this is a great show to follow. BIPOC Credits aims to educate new and hopeful BIPOC filmmakers and crew members on the various roles involved on a professional film set. Helmed by BC native Andy Wong, who himself is a working Assistant Director in the Director's Guild of Canada (DGC). Each episode consists of conversations about what new crew members can expect on the job, challenges they may face, and the changing landscape of diversity that has influenced their journey. Follow the show online: https://shows.acast.com/bipoc-credits Learn more about today's guests: Andy started in the film industry 10 years ago aspiring to be the next John Cho. However, due to the lack of opportunities for Asian actors back then, he decided to create opportunities for himself by going to film school where he learned the various positions on a film set. He soon found himself working behind the scenes and accelerated from a production assistant into an assistant director in a span of two years. He now hopes to educate and (maybe) inspire the members of the BIPOC community considering work in the booming BC film industry. Nightingale co-founded non-profit organization Bridging the Gap in Motion in 2018. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Nightingale created Quarantine Qapsule (QQ) to archive counter narratives of the Asian Canadian experience during this time via artistic expression. In 2021, Nightingale directed, produced and wrote VICE Asian Canadian Mental Health docuseries Breaking Ground. She is also Andy's self-proclaimed "second brain" as an FYI. Follow the show on social media: https://www.instagram.com/BIPOCCredits/ Check out their newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/db2e48b0df4a/bipoc-credits-newsletter

This week marks #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek and we are thrilled to mark it with Carolyn Kiel. Carolyn is the host and founder of The Beyond Six Seconds Podcast, an award-winning show that hosts: "conversations with neurodivergent entrepreneurs, creators, advocates & more about their lives and identities. Their stories shatter misconceptions, break stigma and showcase the vibrance of neurodiversity." Links to follow Carolyn, learn more about the show, and explore the specific episode referenced here: https://carolynkiel.com/ https://twitter.com/Beyond6S https://www.beyond6seconds.net/ https://carolynkiel.com/podcast/tourette-syndrome-representation-in-film-with-jack-rh-osullivan/ https://carolynkiel.com/podcast/disability-representation-in-media-jeremy-andrew-davis/ https://carolynkiel.com/podcast/disability-representation-in-media-jeremy-andrew-davis/ Learn more about the CIS event coming this March as referenced at the top of the episode: https://www.cois.org/for-schools/events/inclusion-via-diversity-equity-anti-racism-deep-dive-workshop For a transcript of the show: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yd8SHpodZVarCSg6lRemopxleTZL-6f7LQGpiHH1Yis/edit?usp=sharing

On this special bonus episode we learn more about the #TransRightsReadathon happening this March 20th-27th from the author who brought the idea to social media: Sim Kern. If you are looking to share an example of a decentralized campaign with students, Kern's #TransRightsReadathon is brilliant to share. Sim Kern is a Gulf Coast author and environmental journalist writing about climate change, queer identity, and social justice. Their debut horror novella, Depart, Depart!, was selected for the Honor List for the 2020 Otherwise Award. Their short story collection, Real Sugar is Hard to Find, was hailed in a starred review by Publishers Weekly as, "a searing, urgent, but still achingly tender work that will wow any reader of speculative fiction." As a journalist, they report on petrochemical polluters and drag space billionaires. Fall of 2022 will see publication of their YA scifi novel Seeds for the Swarm, and in 2023, their novel The Free People's Village will be published with Levine Querido. Learn more about them: https://www.simkern.com/ Learn more about the readathon: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfiRFONzaklfnJXc5Wegm2P8SQ9n5cN5ChkxFz6-PRkZV8Low/viewform Connect with Sim online: https://linktr.ee/SimKern Explore their most recent books: https://bookshop.org/p/books/depart-depart-sim-kern/14672086?ean=9781777091705 https://bookshop.org/p/books/seeds-for-the-swarm/18956334?ean=9781777682309 Follow them on Goodreads: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20284605.Sim_Kern&sa=D&source=docs&ust=1678741785856722&usg=AOvVaw3gJCMub8H3N3D_tW4oKl9A As mentioned in the show check out the Environmental Integrity Project: https://environmentalintegrity.org/ For a transcript of this episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kGBB6KFSMGyTizt5Xme3PrAI5Gk8LKRsgj7FffqRm0Y/edit?usp=sharing

On this episode Tricia responds to feedback from listeners like you who requested a few more 'solo shows.' Discussed in this episode: Using ChatGPT as a thought partner with your SOGI/GSA group, get the free guide: https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/chatgpt-and-your-gsasogi-group/ Want to try out the Equity and Generative AI course free as a listener? Learn more about the course: https://www.shiftingschools.com/store-2/p/5-day-ai-challenge-83rw3 Email me: tricia(at) shiftingschools (dotcom) to request your free pass. Learn more about the books I recommended for updating your professional development library: Deepfakes: The Coming Infocalypse by Nina Schick Algorithms of Oppression: How Search Engines Reinforce Racism by Safiya Umoja Noble Power and Prediction: The Disruptive Economics of Artificial Intelligence by Ajay Agrawal , Joshua Gans ,Avi Goldfarb Atlas of AI: Power, Politics, and the Planetary Costs of Artificial Intelligence by Kate Crawford You Look Like a Thing and I Love You: How Artificial Intelligence Works and Why It's Making the World a Weirder Place by Janelle Shane Explore my free guide on teaching students about social media campaigns: https://tinyurl.com/onlinecampaignallyed "Apple and Google are not enforcing their stated terms of service as the Daily Wire App spreads violent anti-LGBTQ hate" from Media Matters: https://www.mediamatters.org/daily-wire/apple-and-google-are-not-enforcing-their-stated-terms-service-daily-wire-app-spreads What impact will and should artificial intelligence have on assessment? @GOAlearning is hosting a free online event Join us on March 22! Register here: https://goacademy.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJErdu6rrDoiGtHAiEd8gwnozz1H9shUaLSr Check out the podcast we will be talking about next week: https://www.beyond6seconds.com/

This week special guest Tameka Fryer Brown joins us to discuss her new book 'That Flag' (illustrated by Nikkolas Smith). Our conversation explores why learners deserve and need to be taught the truth as well as how Children's Literature serves as a great entry point for those conversations. Please be sure to follow the author and explore all of her books: https://tamekafryerbrown.com/ Interested in having your school connect with her? https://tamekafryerbrown.com/contact/ Order your copy of That Flag (or let your local librarian know to stock copies!): https://bookshop.org/p/books/that-flag-tameka-fryer-brown/18500861 As referenced in this episode please also check out the work of Pride and Less Prejudice: https://www.prideandlessprejudice.org/ Be sure also to follow @RadPedagogyInst to connect with their weekly Thursday chats: https://twitter.com/RadPedagogyInst

On this week Danielle Desir Corbett explains why young learners deserve stories about the power of grants and awards. Danielle reminds us to think about what it will take to encourage upcoming small business owners to 'count themselves in.' Please be sure to learn about the amazing learning she provides: https://danielledesir.com/about/ Sign up for her newsletter 'Grants for Creators" https://www.grantsforcreators.com/ Follow her on social media: https://twitter.com/thethoughtcard https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielledesir/ https://www.instagram.com/thedanielledesir/ Learn more about WOC podcasters: https://wocpodcasters.co/ Also discussed on this episode, be sure to sign up for the Pride and Less Prejudice Newsletter: https://www.prideandlessprejudice.org/ Take 25 USD off the Equity and Generative AI course by using promo code 'BABA25' at checkout: https://www.shiftingschools.com/store-2/p/5-day-ai-challenge-83rw3 For a transcript of this episode please click here

Door by Door: How Sarah McBride Became America's First Openly Transgender Senator is available for pre-order now and will celebrate its book birthday on May 9th. On this episode, we talk with the book's incredible illustrator, Meridth McKean Gimbel. To pre-order the book soon and/or let your local library know all about it: https://www.rhcbooks.com/books/700472/door-by-door-by-meeg-pincus-illustrated-by-meridth-mckean-gimbel Here is a script to use to invite your librarian to order it: Hi, have you heard about the upcoming book 'Door By Door' authored by Meeg Pincus and Illustrated by Meridth McKean Gimbel? It is out May 2023 and it would be a wonderful book to add to the collection. It is published by Crown Books for Young Learners ISBN 9780593484654 Learn more about ways to connect with Meridth https://www.meridthsayshello.com/contact https://twitter.com/HelloMeridth Check out their special fundraiser: https://www.meridthsayshello.com/swag Enter to win the giveaway of their book by emailing me Tricia (at) shiftingschools (dot com) Learn more about Mirrors, Windows, Sliding Glass Doors from Dr Rudine Sims Bishop https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_AAu58SNSyc For a transcript of the show: https://docs.google.com/document/d/140xsXgaxpxSfF7F1_rJN29MwgfOlj6zvQwz4crTounU/edit?usp=sharing

In this conversation, Leo Trottier discusses the interdisciplinary foundations of Fluent Pet, emphasizing the importance of cognitive science in understanding animal behavior and communication. He explores the emotional connections humans have with their pets and the implications of interspecies communication for animal rights and empathy. The conversation also touches on the future of technology in enhancing communication between species and the role of education in fostering empathy in children through interactions with animals.

Chapters

00:00 Interdisciplinary Foundations of Fluent Pet
03:34 Understanding Interspecies Communication
09:11 The Emotional Connection with Pets
13:27 Future Aspirations in Interspecies Communication
17:52 Teaching Empathy Through Animal Interaction
22:29 Exploring the Depth of Animal Communication
25:47 The Future of Animal Rights and Communication

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Margaret Park is an Educational Leader, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Consultant, Facilitator, and Educator. On this episode she talks about the work of leadership, the role of care and love in building community and how we can strive for more accountability in our professional learning cohorts. We also discuss her upcoming Book Group which is free and open for registration: https://twitter.com/ISSCommunity/status/1619321395476942855?s=20&t=kyblTMYH2rmwdueejZoJZw Be sure to follow Margaret on social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpark330/ https://twitter.com/MargaretLPark Find her CANversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HT03fOE7PfY Check out the Q&A slide we discussed: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpark330/ Also discussed on this episode: Bending the Arc: https://bendingthearc.substack.com/ The Harm of Playing Devil's Advocate: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/harm-playing-devils-advocate-around-dei-ruchika-tulshyan/?trackingId=HQSpnQvfRISRyBXsf3NUew%3D%3D AIELOC: http://aieloc.org/ News and announcements: NEASC positions https://www.neasc.org/careers Radical Pedagogy Institute: https://radicalpedagogyinstitute.com/ My course on the intersection of equity and AI, use promo code 'BABA25' on checkout to get 25 USD off the price: https://www.shiftingschools.com/store-2/p/5-day-ai-challenge-83rw3 For a transcript of the episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ba7_SG0VhG2J2W94Vb3j_NVkHqW2ycoQGODHJXWX6iI/edit?usp=sharing

Dr. Gena Cox discusses the research and vision behind her award-winning book "Leading Inclusion." This episode looks at what a truly competent and relevant leader does when it comes to DEI. We also talk about ways to think about driving systemic change in an organization that is sustainable and meaningful. Learn all about Dr. Gena Cox: https://genacox.com/ Learn more about her book: https://genacox.com/book/ Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genacox/ Dr. Gena Cox is an organizational psychologist, executive coach, and speaker known for her nuanced insights and warm personal style. She advises on leadership influence and impact, career strategy, and inclusion. Gena is the author of Leading Inclusion, an award-winning book that shows how to counter the typically disappointing outcomes from "diversity, equity, and inclusion" work. Previously, Gena held internal corporate and external leadership roles in organizational consulting, talent assessment, selection, and acquisition. Various media outlets, including Harvard Business Review, Fortune, Fast Company, and Forbes, have featured Gena's work. Gena holds a Ph.D. in Industrial and Organizational (I-O) Psychology. For a transcript of this episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IbKTYC4EUCI5Uyoi_ye0JgVaAKQqndC-SYZ0izdNxFI/edit?usp=sharing

This week we hear from Dr. Jennifer Williams as she outlines how educators and learners of all ages can collaborate on The Goals Project. Learn more about that project: https://www.goalsproject.org/ Learn and connect with Dr. Williams https://www.jenwilliamsedu.com/ https://twitter.com/JenWilliamsEdu Download your SDG poster: https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/news/communications-material/ Connect with Tricia allyed.org For a transcript of this episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RgMu3NSE6qQ_aVxCmpmiHW2ISmv5m-csmeQNlKYfTJc/edit?usp=sharing