The election is over, but the questions remain. Nick and Stacey, along with special guest Dr. Damary Bonilla-Rodriguez, dive into the biggest questions facing our nation.

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Nick & Stacey welcome in Yalitza Vasquez a seasoned educator and Deputy Superintendent, to the pod for a conversation on for supporting English Language Learners. Yalitza shares her personal journey, insights on multilingual education & more. Discover how educators can bridge the gap between cultures, advocate for educational equity, and foster a love of learning in diverse classrooms in this incredible episode.

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Latayvia Brown, a renowned entrepreneur and author of the bestselling books "The Ultimate Emotional Intelligence Digital Workbook" and "Unveiling the Single Self." Latayvia shares her journey and expert insights on navigating life's challenges through emotional intelligence.

Check out how LaTayvia and her team are connecting schools and communities at - Stronger2ogether-

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Stacey and Nick reflect on the recent VP debate and talk about the risks social media poses to having informed conversations. Be sure to check out the links below to be more informed on the truth being left out in recent political attack ads

Check your facts with:

• https://www.npr.org/2024/09/03/nx-s1-5094245/fact-checking-tv-ads-from-the-harris-and-trump-campaigns
• https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/fact-check-new-trump-attack-ad-deceptively-edits-out-key-words-from-harris-and-the-new-york-times/ar-AA1rHMgC
• https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8xl5vnlzpwo
• https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/fact-checking-trumps-false-claims-about-voter-fraud-and-rigged-elections

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Did you know the origins of modern standardized testing informs voter education? Nick and Stacey dive into the voting and how to become a knowledgeable voter.

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Nick and Stacey reflect on the anniversary of 9/11 last week, honoring the memory of those lost and reflecting on the enduring impact still felt across this country from the tragic events of that day. Plus, they recap last week's Presidential debate and the discussion of education topics (such as student loan debt) discussed by the candidates.

Links for articles referenced in this episode:

• https://whyy.org/articles/donald-trump-kamala-harris-education-positions/
• https://www.npr.org/2024/09/08/nx-s1-5103698/trump-harris-election-platforms-education-views
• https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ceq53wvpe5xo
• https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/11/us/politics/undecided-voters-react-debate.html
• https://www.washingtonpost.com/elections/interactive/2024/presidential-debate-voter-poll/
• https://www.reuters.com/world/us/some-undecided-voters-not-convinced-by-harris-after-debate-with-trump-2024-09-11/

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Joining us in this episode to look at the world of education policy is Seth Rau, Director of Government Affairs at Cartwheel. A veteran of the ed policy landscape, Seth has dedicated his career to ensuring that our children receive the education they deserve. Seth explains the intricate workings of education funding, revealing where the money comes from and how it's allocated to schools. He also provides practical advice on how you can advocate for change and make a real difference in your community.

To get in touch with Seth, email him at rauseth@gmail.com

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Our guest in today's episode is Dr. Catherine Pearlman, a licensed social worker, author and speaker in the area of children & digital devices. In this episode, Dr. Pearlman shares tips on how parents can support the safe use of devices by their children, her views on the recent discourse sparked by Dr. Jonathan’s Haidt’s book, “The Anxious Child”, & more.

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