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The Everything ECE Podcast is for early childhood educators, preschool teachers, and childcare professionals who want to grow intentionally and take meaningful action. Host Carla Ward shares real-life insights, expert interviews, and practical strategies to support your work in childcare centres, preschools, and kindergartens. From play-based learning to leadership, each episode helps you stay inspired, confident, and connected to your purpose.
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Working in education is to stumble through your everyday! We love what we do, but staff, families, policies, regulations and sometimes even the children make us quit everyday then come back the next day. Just remember, you are not in this alone.
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If you are an Early Childhood director or childcare owner, prepare to transform your school and life with the Schools of Excellence podcast. Tune in each week to learn from Chanie Wilschanski, the founder and host of the Schools of Excellence Podcast and a mom of 4 kids. Each episode will be packed with tools and strategies - equipping school leaders to improve staff retention, increase teacher motivation, grow parent partnerships, create a collaborative culture, and enjoy a beautiful qualit ...
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Masters of ECE

Masters of ECE

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In this podcast, Stephen, Sherry, Tutu, Cassie and Amanda (five early childhood professionals) come together to share their experiences, expertise, and exuberant personalities. They cover various early childhood education topics in a conversational format that is easy to listen to, and have laughs along the way.
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ECE Power Talks

East Central Energy

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East Central Energy is a member-owned electric distribution cooperative serving 66,000 members in east central MN and northwestern WI. This podcast is for members to keep up to speed with the important work of their cooperative.
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ECE Tech Talk

ECE Ambassadors at Virginia Tech

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ECE Tech Talk is excited to offer you scintillating conversations with incredible people from the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Virginia Tech. We aim to bring the department closer together and humanize the faculty members. Follow our podcast if you want more! Currently hosted by Evan Allen and Gwyn Steel Previously created and hosted by Dhwan Wanjara and Mayank Hirani
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Human Restoration Project

Human Restoration Project

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Since 2018, the Human Restoration Project Podcast has reimaged education through critical, progressive, human-centered learning! Across nearly 200 episodes, and counting, we've explored every topic in education: ungrading and alternative assessment, interdisciplinary play-based and project-based learning, SEL, education reforms and systemic school change in society with students, teachers, leaders, researchers, and advocates around the world. Join us on our mission to restore humanity to edu ...
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Why is it so hard to find high-quality, affordable child care in the U.S.? And what would it take to fix it? Child Care Matters: Built to Break is a critical examination of our early childhood system from the perspectives of those who live it every day. Join host Jamee Herbert, CEO of BridgeCare, and a wide variety of leaders, experts, and critical stakeholders on this journey to reveal the underlying reasons for limited supply, skyrocketing costs, and a fragmented infrastructure that was se ...
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A podcast for people in the early childhood care and learning field in British Columbia to connect, talk and learn from each other. Hosted by Danielle Schmuecker. This podcast is supported by ECEBC, WAGE and SRDC but any opinions are those of myself and my guest.
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Hey there, passionate educators! Dive into the dynamic world of early childhood education with The Inspiring ECE Podcast, hosted by seasoned educator and passionate advocate, Marcia Nicole. This podcast delivers: - Practical tips for new and seasoned early childhood educators seeking to create engaging learning environments -Strategies for maintaining your well-being as a teacher and educator -And inspiration to pursue professional growth so you can be the best version of yourself for the ch ...
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ECE on Air

ECE on Air

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ECE on Air is a new initiative brought to you by the support office team at Evolve Education Group. We felt the need to open a discussion forum, a place for Early Childhood professionals, parents and even children, to share their stories, tactics, concerns and opportunity to learn from others in the industry. We aim to bring you different perspectives from different people all over New Zealand- remember not all callers are from Evolve, so what they say may not be a reflection of Evolve’s val ...
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Child Care Genius Podcast

Brian and Carol Duprey

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Learn how to become a smarter child care leader by listening to the Child Care Genius Podcast. Podcast hosts Brian and Carol Duprey have over 25 years of experience in opening and operating 10 child care centers in central Maine. They are both Certified Child Care Coaches, Best-Selling Authors, and have helped thousands of child care owners, directors, and teachers grow their child care businesses. Formerly the Child Care Millionaire Podcast, the Child Care Genius Podcast interviews the brig ...
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ECE Learning Unlimited provides professional learning opportunities for early years educators and leaders, supporting quality best practices and outcomes for children. We are on a mission to; - Support early years educators and leaders to be their best. - Make the world a better place for children. By making the education jungle more straightforward and more knowledge filled for early years educators and leaders. Through; - Timely, valuable learning content. - A beautifully curated, effectiv ...
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Intelligence Squared

Intelligence Squared

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Intelligence Squared is the home of lively debate and deep-dive discussion. Follow Intelligence Squared wherever you get your podcasts and enjoy four regular episodes per week taking you to the heart of the issues that matter in the company of the world’s great minds. We’d love to hear your feedback and what you think we should talk about next, who we should have on and what our future debates should be. Send us an email or voice note with your thoughts to [email protected] or ...
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Do you sometimes feel like your preschool runs you? Are you a daycare / preschool owner or director? Join Evelyn Knight as she takes you through the world of childcare management and financial stability. Discover how you can achieve high quality standards on a budget, coach and retain employees, and enroll enough children to fill your center. We will dive into issues that childcare professionals face on a daily basis.We will also tackle hot topics like assessments, infant and toddler care, N ...
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This Social Emotional Learning (#SEL) podcast shares actionable wisdom from the global community of inspiring teachers and parents. Featuring fresh, effective perspectives and practices designed to equally benefit students, teachers, community. Episodes always include: • Solution-oriented insights around: emotions, thinking skills, empathy, trust, social justice, and much more • Research-based • Experience-validated • Actionable advice Especially helpful for, but not limited to, ECE (early c ...
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Field Ramble

Fieldzine

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A pod for those who love the latest in fiction, non fiction and poetry. Field is a platform for new and exciting work from across the UK and beyond. If you like what you hear find out more about Field at www.fieldzine.com. You can subscribe and support Field's work via patreon at www.patreon.com/fieldzine for just £3 per month.
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PreKTeachandPlay.com Podcast

Kristie Pretti-Frontczak

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How do you help all children thrive? Get in-depth discussions and insider tips with Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak. Each episode gives access to real-world strategies and tools for dealing with behaviors that are challenging, pressures to "ready" children for Kindergarten, and the goal to build kinder, more inclusive, and more creative classrooms, which address the whole child. The host, Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak, has 30 ears of experience in teaching and supporting early educators. You, to ...
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Welcome to our sweet spot - A place where we debrief, reflect, disagree and chat about all things early childhood! As two educators within the ECE industry and over 20 years combined experience, we know how important it is to connect and network with like-minded (and not so like-minded) individuals. Our days might not always be so sweet, but the hard work and dedication that every educator puts in - that's the sweet, sweet stuff! https://www.facebook.com/simeylsRTR/
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Where early education meets unapologetic entrepreneurship. The Business of Early Childhood Education™ with Alethea Etinoff isn’t just a podcast. It’s a movement. This is the space for serious ECE professionals ready to build wealth, lead with authority, and shift the system from the inside out. Whether you’re running a center, scaling a home program, or launching your own consulting brand, you’ll get real insights, high-level strategy, and powerful truth from someone who’s living it. Just fa ...
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FWRDTHINKERS

The 48forward Studios

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Wir alle stehen vor der Herausforderung, eine Zukunft zu gestalten, die für uns und die Generationen nach uns nicht nur lebenswert, sondern auch nachhaltig und erstrebenswert ist. Eine wahrhaft epochale Aufgabe, die uns alle etwas angeht. Welche Themen sind jetzt wirklich wichtig? Wie kommen wir voran und wo hakt es noch immer? Wer sind eigentlich die Köpfe, die vorantreiben, was für uns alle jetzt so wichtig ist? FWRDTHINKERS geht genau diesen Fragen auf den Grund - im Gespräch mit Experten ...
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Welcome to the Startup to Exit podcast where we bring you world-class entrepreneurs and VCs to share their hard-earned success stories and secrets. This podcast has been brought to you by TiE Seattle. TiE is a global non-profit that focuses on fostering entrepreneurship. TiE Seattle offers a range of programs including the GoVertical Startup Creation Weekend, TiE Entrepreneur Institute, and the TiE Seattle Angel Network. We encourage you to become a TiE member so you can gain access to these ...
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The Farm to School Podcast

Rick Sherman & Michelle Markesteyn

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Stories from the frontlines of food, farming, and education—where young minds grow and agriculture takes root. Join co-hosts Michelle Markesteyn and Rick Sherman as they explore what it means to bring local food into the school cafeteria and teach kids about where their food comes from with guests from around the world! UPDATE: Show notes, contact information and more at https://extension.oregonstate.edu/podcast/farm-school-podcast Please stop by to say hello and to suggest a show topic!
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Welcome to the podcast focused on the care and growth of owners and operators of early Learning and Childcare. Here you will find webinar replays with industry subject matter experts, peer owners and operators and have an opportunity to explore new as well as tested ideas to help better engage your team and families,, to grow your reputation and enrollments and optimize your profitability. Download and click on the notifications link so you will know when the next podcast is released!
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Less Yelling, More Connecting; Enjoy your kids through nurturing parenting. Are you constantly worried about messing up your kids? Do you wish your kids would just listen to you? Do you wish you felt confident that you were handling your kid's BIG feelings in the best possible ways? Do you wish you could feel more present and connected with your little ones? In this podcast you will learn simple, easy-to-implement communication tools that will build your confidence as a parent, help you avoi ...
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Early learning leaders around the globe are breaking through challenges, leading the way in innovation, testing new best practices, and impacting children and families in a much more powerful and positive way than ever before. Each week, tune in to top child care business guru Kris Murray on the Child Care Rockstar Radio podcast for interviews with early childhood leaders and experts that will leave you inspired to get to the next level of success, whatever that means for you. Kris Murray is ...
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This podcast, brought to you by Procare Solutions, is all about giving child care, preschool, daycare, afterschool and other early education professionals a fun and upbeat way to learn about strategies and inspiration they can use to thrive. You’ll hear from a variety of child care thought leaders, including educators, owners and industry experts, on ways to innovate to meet the needs of the children you serve. From practical tips for managing operations to uplifting stories of transformatio ...
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Season 1 of Our Turn to Talk is presented by This Is My Brave, Inc. (TIMB) - a national nonprofit whose vision is to one day live in a world where we don't have to call it "brave" to talk openly about mental illness. Join host Anastasia Vlasova, former TIMB Intern, as she has raw, honest conversations with TIMB participants and takes a deeper look into the current state of young people's mental health. TIMB believes that #StorytellingSavesLives, and we hope that this podcast becomes the cata ...
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🎙️ The Child Care Director’s Chair – Where Big Dreams and Bigger Leadership Collide! Ready to level up your child care career? Whether you're a teacher assistant dreaming of that lead teacher badge, a lead ready to snag that director title, or a director with your sights set on owning your own center (or multiple ones 👀)—this is your seat at the table. And spoiler alert: leadership isn’t a title, it’s an action. Hosted by the one and only Erica Saccoccio—part coach, part cheerleader, and ful ...
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Tina Brown, the legendary editor (Vanity Fair, The New Yorker, The Daily Beast) and best-selling author talks with actors, politicians, journalists, and the newsmakers of tomorrow’s social debates. Discover what to read, what to watch, and how to stay smart in today's fast-moving times.
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Welcome to Pursuing Questions: Imprints of inquiry, possibilities for play, and provocations for living. This is a podcast, formerly known as The Playful Podcast, is for those cultivating an ethos towards mutual flourishing, healing, learning and living well throughout the human experience; and that is the vision for this space. Guided by 5 values and 3 intentions, what might be encounter? Intentions: Imprints of inquiry: I wish to capture traces of my journey, because I believe it is worthy ...
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Amherst County PS

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Amherst County Public Schools Superintendent Rob Arnold hosts the Every Child, Every Day Podcast designed to serve as a “one-stop” shop for everything education in Amherst County. If you are interested in special events happening in our schools or learning ways to support children as they navigate the difficulties of adolescence, this is the podcast for you! Dr. Arnold will interview a varied group of guests ranging from ACPS students to dedicated ACPS professionals to community members who ...
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AI isn’t here to replace educators; it’s here to support us. In this episode, Carla sits down with Thomas Thompson, co-founder and CEO of Eduaide.Ai, to explore how AI can help teachers and early childhood educators work smarter, not harder. From lesson planning and accommodations to game-based learning and productivity, Thomas breaks down how AI t…
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Der Zerfall einer Demokratie beginnt selten mit einem Paukenschlag, sondern mit Müdigkeit, Schweigen und politischer Distanz. Die Schriftstellerin Ece Temelkuran beschreibt diese Entwicklung als „Mechanik des neuen Faschismus“ – ein Prozess, der sich nicht durch Uniformen oder Marschmusik ankündigt, sondern durch Verwirrung, digitale Beschleunigung…
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Leadership in early childhood has long been treated like an “extra,” a bonus you get after the fires are out and the classrooms are staffed. But here’s the truth: Leadership development isn’t a perk. It’s the job. Because calm doesn’t grow you, discomfort does. In this episode, Chanie names a trap many school owners fall into: waiting for life to “…
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Send us a text Ater finally getting over a stubborn cold and rolling straight into all the pre–Turkey Day prep (because in ECE, the work never slows down—cold or no cold), Erica jumps on the mic to talk directly to early childhood leaders about gratitude, giving, and finding joy in the middle of everyday operations. Between enrollment, staffing, le…
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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ece Kamar, Director of the AI Frontiers Lab at Microsoft Research, and one of the leading voices in Responsible AI. With over 15 years at Microsoft, Ece has played a pivotal role in shaping how AI systems are designed to collaborate with humans safely and effectively. She shares her journey from …
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Temelkuran is a brilliant writer, finding humour, hope and humanity in the darkest corners of our current malaise.’ – BRIAN ENO Ece Temelkuran is the award winning Turkish writer and author who was forced into exile for her critical views of President Erdoğan. She has long signalled the alarm that not only her home country of Türkiye but the whole …
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Send us a text In this episode of The Childcare Director’s Chair, Erica takes you deep into one of the most important—and often overlooked—leadership responsibilities in early childhood education: truly understanding child development from birth through age eight across all domains. Erica breaks down what Professional Standard 1a really means for d…
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Who does our data belong to? In this episode, Carl Miller speaks to NYT magazine journalist and author Michael Steinberger about Alex Karp, Palantir and the rise of the surveillance state. Founded in 2003, Palantir is widely regarded as the most interesting company in Silicon Valley – as well as its most controversial. It aided the US government in…
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Der Krieg in der Ukraine dauert nun so lange, dass sich eine gefährliche Abstumpfung breit gemacht hat. Was anfangs Empörung und Anteilnahme auslöste, wird heute oft nur noch als Meldung im Strom der Krisen wahrgenommen. Journalist Paul Ronzheimer beschreibt das auf dem 48forward Festival 2025 in München nüchtern: Dramatische Schicksale erreichen k…
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Sanna Marin is a trailblazer in modern politics. When she became Prime Minister of Finland in 2019, she made history: at 34 she was the youngest ever leader of her country and the youngest leader in the world at the time. As Prime Minister she confronted significant challenges. She led Finland through the COVID-19 pandemic, helped the country navig…
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How do you define creativity? Would you be able to spot creativity in the wild? What about creativity in the classroom? This endless human quest to define the seemingly undefinable, and somehow make it useful for educators, is what today’s guests Tom Rendon and Zachary Stier set out to do, bringing together philosophy, neuroscience, and site visits…
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Send us a text In this episode of The Childcare Director’s Chair, we dive into one of the most powerful forces behind high-quality early childhood programs: leadership. Fresh off our center’s unannounced visit — the final step in our journey toward a five-star quality rating — I’m sharing what leadership looks like in real life, not just on paper. …
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Sanna Marin is a trailblazer in modern politics. When she became Prime Minister of Finland in 2019, she made history: at 34 she was the youngest ever leader of her country and the youngest leader in the world at the time. As Prime Minister she confronted significant challenges. She led Finland through the COVID-19 pandemic, helped the country navig…
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It's solo episode time! Kris shares insights from her new book, The Antidote to Fear, and outlines three practical ways to trust yourself and the process. She talks about embracing fear and self-doubt, including her "yoga mat" moment that changed her career direction. Kris discusses manifestation as a giving process and highlights the importance of…
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Send us a text Join us as Team Kymavi, the TYE Global winner, discusses their groundbreaking solution addressing environmental challenges through biodegradable bags, and Team Key Beauty, creators of an AI-driven makeup matching platform for women of color, shares their journey in redefining inclusivity in beauty. The teams dive into their experienc…
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Author and educator Sally Haughey is here to discuss the incredible unfolding and blossoming that happens during play. Her new book Nurturing Brilliance provides a science-based approach to understanding and sharing about the inherent brilliance of children’s growth and development. Find Sally’s book here: https://www.redleafpress.org/Nurturing-Bri…
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Send us a text In this episode, Erica slows down the noise of day-to-day operations and invites directors to take a thoughtful look at what’s really happening inside their classrooms. Are your teachers busy — or are they intentional? Are you leading a program that truly supports developmentally appropriate practice and inclusive curriculum? Through…
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In 1929, the world watched in shock as the unstoppable Wall Street bull market went into a freefall, wiping out fortunes and igniting a depression that would reshape a generation. In November 2025, Andrew Ross Sorkin, acclaimed New York Times columnist and author, came to Intelligence Squared to reveal the lessons of the 1929 financial crash and ho…
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Die politische Sprache in Deutschland ist grober geworden, voller kalkulierter Provokationen und taktischer Schlagworte. Für Gregor Gysi ist das kein Zufall, sondern Ausdruck einer Politik, die Mehrheiten sucht, ohne Wahrheiten zu riskieren. Wenn Politiker heute von „Paschas“ sprechen oder das „Stadtbild“ bemühen, ist das laut Gysi weniger inhaltli…
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Expanding your child care business is more than just adding another location—it's about growing your impact, your leadership, and your heart for families. In this week's episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, special host Sindye Alexander, COO of Child Care Genius, fills in for Brian and Carol Duprey to chat with Jessica Kelley, a seasoned child…
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Send us a text A water pitcher, a cleaning bottle, and a rushed routine turned snack time into a health scare—then a bland corporate statement tried to make it disappear. We pull back the curtain on how incidents like this happen in real programs: thin ratios, frantic handoffs, vague labeling, and a pace that makes errors inevitable. Safety isn’t a…
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Send us a text I n this episode of The Childcare Director’s Chair, Erica breaks down what confident coaching really looks like inside a thriving early childhood program. No fluff, no corporate jargon—just real strategies you can use today to guide teachers, strengthen your culture, and raise the quality of your entire center. You’ll learn how to ho…
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Send us a text The holidays are here, and so is the chaos! In this episode of The Childcare Director’s Chair, Erica shares her essential survival guide for staying grounded, organized, and joy-filled during December’s whirlwind. From supporting overstimulated children to keeping your teachers energized and protecting your own sanity, this episode g…
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Today we’ve got a special treat sprouting in the studio- the brilliant, dirt-under-their-fingernails crew from the School Garden Podcast! That’s right! It’s a full-on garden geek crossover episode. More stories, more laughter, more accidental loofah explosions… and probably at least one debate about which state grows the sassiest school gardeners. …
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Innovation entsteht heute dort, wo Startups und Konzerne ihre Stärken verbinden: Geschwindigkeit trifft auf Erfahrung, radikale Ideen auf industrielle Tiefe. Vor diesem Hintergrund diskutierten Alexander Gerfer (Würth Elektronik) und Lamin Ben-Hamdane (Infineon Technologies) im Rahmen des 48forward Festivals 2025 über die Bedingungen erfolgreicher …
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In 1929, the world watched in shock as the unstoppable Wall Street bull market went into a freefall, wiping out fortunes and igniting a depression that would reshape a generation. In November 2025, Andrew Ross Sorkin, acclaimed New York Times columnist and author, came to Intelligence Squared to reveal the lessons of the 1929 financial crash and ho…
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Send us a text Winter is coming… and so are snowstorms, sniffles, and frosty floors! ❄️ In this episode of Childcare Directors Chair, Erica Saccoccio shares practical tips to keep your center running smoothly all winter long. Learn how to prep classrooms for cold-weather fun, keep staff morale high when energy is low, communicate clearly with famil…
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Today, we’ll be tackling the future of prostate cancer care. We’ll be reflecting on what prostate cancer care means in practice, how the way we think about the disease is shifting, and must continue to shift in the years ahead. Scientific advances have transformed treatment in recent years, yet the lived reality of prostate cancer still extends far…
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This is an episode of The Specialist, your weekly dose of wonder. In The Specialist, explore the significance and journey of an extraordinary work through the eyes of those that know it best. On today’s episode, an auction built overnight - Virgil Abloh’s reimagining of the iconic Nike Air Force 1 for Louis Vuitton. The auction became a global phen…
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Lange Zeit galt Kundenbindung als mechanisches Prinzip: Punkte sammeln, Rabatte einlösen, beim nächsten Einkauf wiederkommen. Doch diese Form der transaktionalen Loyalität stößt an ihre Grenzen. „Transaktionale Loyalty allein funktioniert nicht mehr“, sagt Kai-Uwe Jürgens, Managing Director DACH bei TLC Worldwide. Menschen entscheiden heute nicht w…
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In this episode academic and author Martin Moore speaks to host Carl Miller about the global battle to control the news. Drawing from his new book 'Dictating Reality' co-authored with Thomas Colley, they discuss how from the United States to China and from Brazil to India, an authoritarian approach to news is spreading across the world. Moore argue…
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Transitions get a bad reputation: rushed, chaotic, stressful. But they don’t have to be. In this episode, Carla explores a powerful mindset shift: transitions aren’t the thing before the next thing. They are learning. Carla breaks down how slowing down, pausing before stepping in, and leading with empathy can transform the way children experience t…
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Send us a text Ready to turn January inquiries into full classrooms? In this episode, Erica shares 10 practical, proven tips to capture every lead and turn them into enrolled families. From mastering your follow-up, refreshing your tours, and creating urgency without pressure, to polishing your first impressions and leveraging marketing updates, yo…
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Send us a text Happy Thanksgiving, friends! Today’s episode is full of gratitude, real-life laughs, and a HUGE surprise for my amazing listeners. Yes… I accidentally released yesterday’s episode on the wrong date (cold-season chaos!), and yes… I even put the outro music in the intro. But if there’s one thing we childcare leaders do well, it’s pivot…
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Send us a text Published by Granta earlier this autumn, Ben Pester’s debut novel is the story of Tom Crowley - a Willy Loman figure for our age - who is slowly and terrifyingly absorbed into the hallucinatory and labyrinthine surroundings of his work. From the deceptive nature of Luke Bird’s day-glow cover art to the impenetrability of the novel’s …
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Carly Bedard, a play facilitator for adult early educators, joins host Heather Bernt-Santy to discuss the ways that self active play can transform early childhood practitioners’ practice with young children. Listen in as Heather shares the ways participating in one of Carly’s workshops at a recent teacher retreat reminded her of the importance of b…
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Send us a text Winter is coming… and so are snowstorms, sniffles, and frosty floors! ❄️ In this episode of Childcare Directors Chair, Erica Saccoccio shares practical tips to keep your center running smoothly all winter long. Learn how to prep classrooms for cold-weather fun, keep staff morale high when energy is low, communicate clearly with famil…
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What does the history of Test cricket show us about identity? In this episode, Joey D’Urso speaks to award-winning author Tim Wigmore about how the players and the stories that have shaped Test cricket’s evolution since 1877. With Test cricket on the cusp of its 150th anniversary, Tim Wigmore looks back at the history of the game and its legacy. Wi…
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What does it look like to build a legacy in child care—and are you creating one without even realizing it? Tune in to this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast as Brian Duprey steps behind the mic for a special message while continuing to recover from open-heart surgery. He shares heartfelt gratitude for the support he's received and gives list…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Childcare Director’s Chair Podcast, Erica Saccoccio breaks down exactly how childcare leaders can close out the year with clarity, confidence, and momentum. Instead of coasting through December, Erica shows you how to use this season to sharpen your systems, elevate your culture, and prepare your team for a str…
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You can’t call in tired when you’re the leader. Even on the days when your body aches, your brain is foggy, and every text feels like one more demand — leadership still needs you. Parents still email. Licensing still calls. Staff still need direction. And in that fatigue, it’s easy to believe the lie: I just need a break. I just need a new system. …
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