Best Educationaltechnology Podcasts (2025)

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EDT125 Courtney Watson, Scribe, iorad, Bite-Sized Tech Instructions, BookCreator, Padlet, NotebookLM 48:07

2h ago48:07

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How do we make tech processes easier for students—and teachers—to follow? In this episode, I chat with Courtney Watson from friEdTechnology about strategies for creating clear, bite-sized tech instructions using tools like Scribe, iorad, Canva, and Adobe Express. We explore ways to lower the cognitive load and boost confidence in tech-rich classroo…

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The Great Gambit: Teaching Peace Through Play with Anders Kjellberg | Episode 394 25:33

3d ago25:33

25:33

🔥 Losing users? Get free, expert-backed resources to boost retention with gamification: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web What happens when a teacher turns history into a simulation? We interview Swedish educator Anders Kjellberg, who co-created The Great Gambit, a role-playing simulation designed to help students understand the driving forces be…

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EDT Jake on the State of Ed Podcast 43:04

7d ago43:04

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This interview was originally aired on the State of Ed Podcast by Dr. Nick Isseks and Dr. Nick Simone. It is being re-aired here with their permission. You can access the original episode here: https://episodes.fm/992700178/episode/NDIwOWY1OTAtMGQxZC00NGI1LWIwMjktY2U5NmQ1Yjc4MjIw and access all State of Ed Podcast episodes here: https://episodes.fm…

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10 AI Tools Teachers Should Explore This Summer 37:01

9d ago37:01

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#228: Summer is the perfect time for educators to explore innovative tools that can enhance teaching and learning. In this episode, we'll delve into 10 AI tools that can help you save time, personalize instruction, and boost student engagement. 🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode: How AI tools can streamline your teaching workflow Practical applica…

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Bram Wulteputte Gamifies Education With Minecraft and NASA | Episode 393 31:09

11d ago31:09

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🔥 Losing users? Get free, expert-backed resources to boost retention with gamification: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web How do you gamify learning without losing the learning? We talk with Bram about designing Minecraft-powered learning experiences that actually work. From working with NASA to teaching democracy through play, he reveals how chu…

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EDT124 Bryon Carpenter, Tools for Visuals like Adobe Express, Canva, Google Drawings, and Google Slides 53:26

14d ago53:26

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What’s your favorite tool for having students create visuals like infographics and diagrams? Bryon Carpenter from Fresh Air At Five joins me to answer that very question. We discuss Adobe Express, Canva, Google Drawings, and Google Slides. Also, I share about Brisk’s new Podcast Generator, a Chromebook monitoring feature coming soon to Google, Scho…

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Why Aldi Agaj Builds Games With Scientists AND Teachers | Episode 392 31:35

18d ago31:35

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🔥 Losing users? Get free, expert-backed resources to boost retention with gamification: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web What if learning felt like playing — and retention was built into the design? In this episode, Rob interviews Aldi Agaj, CEO of Alter Learning, who shares how his team builds educational video games in collaboration with scien…

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Teacher PD on the Patio: Reset & Recharge this Summer 26:47

24d ago26:47

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#227: Summer break should be for rest AND growth! In this episode, we’ll explore how you can recharge and level up your teaching skills with flexible, "learn-from-anywhere" PD opportunities. Whether you’re soaking up the sun or relaxing at home, you can keep learning at your own pace—and I’ll show you how! Bonus: The Summer Learning Series is back …

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EDT123 Think big, Start small, and Scale fast with the Eisenhower Matrix. Plus, helps me prioritize what matters. Plus, updates from Snorkl, Google Classroom, and SchoolAI 20:21

24d ago20:21

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Ever feel like the important work keeps getting overshadowed by what’s urgent? In this episode, I reflect on the quote “Think big. Start small. Scale fast.” and share how the Eisenhower Matrix helps me keep my priorities aligned. I also share updates from Snorkl, Google Classroom, and SchoolAI, plus a candid take on More Than Words by John Warner. …

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3 Customer Retention Strategies That Keep Customers Coming Back | Episode 391 8:56

24d ago8:56

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🚀 Want your community buzzing and bringing in more revenue? Snag my free mini course with 3 killer gamification hacks: professorgame.com/freebie-3-gamification-hacks Tired of watching great customers walk away? We reveal how gamification can transform retention, skyrocket engagement, and massively increase your customer lifetime value—without resor…

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Role-Playing for Real Learning with Anthony Kurza | Episode 390 36:25

1M ago36:25

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🔥 Losing users? Get free, expert-backed resources to boost retention with gamification: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web From clueless to collaborative in one session? That’s the power of a well-designed Tabletop RPG. Rob Alvarez sits down with Anthony Kurza, creator of the SAN model and higher ed coach, to explore how role-playing games can unl…

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EDT122: Formative Assessment with Dan Niessen: Quizizz, Nearpod, Pear Deck, and Snorkl, plus Google Slides, Canva Visual Suite 2.0, and Canva Sheets 1:00:29

1M ago1:00:29

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What’s your go-to tool for formative assessment? In this episode, Dan Niessen joins me to unpack strategies for gathering real-time insights into student learning. We talk Quizizz, Nearpod, Snorkl, AI chatbot tutors, Pear Deck, ChatGPT, and more. Dan shares how he supports educators in choosing tools that fit their goals—and their students. Plus, I…

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Career Change for Teachers: Exploring Options Beyond the Classroom 25:40

1M ago25:40

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#226: Thinking about leaving the classroom—or just ready for a new challenge? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore career change options for teachers who want something different, from internal roles like instructional coach or tech coach to external paths like educational consulting, instructional design, tutoring, or launching a business…

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Witcher-Level Storytelling for Real Engagement with Jakub Szamalek | Episode 389 42:02

1M ago42:02

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🔥 Losing users? Get free, expert-backed resources to boost retention with gamification: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web Why do players stay hooked for 100+ hours in games like The Witcher 3? It's not just gameplay—it's story. Rob Alvarez is joined by Jakub Szamalek, the master narrative designer behind gaming's most iconic worlds, to unpack the…

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The End-of-Year Countdown – AI-Powered Strategies to Stay Organized & Reduce Stress 37:57

1M ago37:57

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#225: The final weeks of school can feel overwhelming—but they don’t have to! In this episode of The Shake Up Learning Show, Kasey shares practical, AI-powered strategies to help teachers finish the school year strong. From cleaning your classroom and wrapping up grades to planning summer PD and resetting for next year, discover how AI can help you…

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When Perfect Balance Fails: Lessons in Gamified Design with Alireza Ranjbar | Episode 388 31:54

2M ago31:54

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web What happens when a perfectly balanced gamification system fails with users? Alireza Ranjbar Shourabi shares this shocking experience and unpacks how cultural nuan…

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EDT121 AI: To Use or Not to Use? Also Grade All in Google Classroom, CoSpaces becomes Delightex, and more 32:59

2M ago32:59

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Is the goal to complete the task… or to grow stronger? In this episode, I reflect on Rick Wormeli’s article “With A.I., Let’s Keep Students’ Learning Paramount” and what it means for educators navigating AI in classrooms. I also share updates on Common Sense Media’s free ChatGPT course, Google Classroom’s new “Grade All” feature, the CoSpaces rebra…

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Feedback Loops for Saving the World with Katie Patrick | Episode 387 41:17

2M ago41:17

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web Badges won’t cut it. Katie Patrick reveals how focusing on feedback loops, imagination, and measurable actions makes climate programs actually work. Join us to exp…

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EDT120 Shantel Lott, Self-Assessment Tools, Snorkl, NotebookLM, Curipod, Knowt, and more 59:31

2M ago59:31

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How can we empower students to self-assess their learning? In this episode, Shantel Lott joins me to explore tech tools and strategies that foster reflection and agency. We chat about Snorkl, NotebookLM, Curipod, Knowt, and MagicSchool’s Custom ChatBot. I also share updates on using Google Gemini with Teens, Padlet Sandbox’s new sound and visual ef…

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Why Most Habit Hacks Fail (and What Actually Works) with Jason Hreha | Episode 386 37:56

2M ago37:56

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web Forget hacks—behavioral change starts with better behavior selection. In this episode, Jason Hreha and Rob Alvarez explore how psychometrics can help align strateg…

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The Home Stretch – How to Keep Teaching Meaningful When Everyone’s Checked Out 24:03

2M ago24:03

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#224: The final stretch of the school year can be tough—students are restless, checked out, and counting down to summer. And honestly? Teachers are feeling it, too! But learning doesn’t have to grind to a halt. In this episode, I’m sharing practical, low-lift strategies to keep students engaged without exhausting yourself. Plus, I’ll show you how A…

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🎤 Crocs Not Allowed: Building Trivia, Nations, and Engagement with Mark Corona | Episode 385 27:03

2M ago27:03

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web 🎤 What do a trivia show, a fake country, and a war against Crocs have in common? You’ll find out in this hilariously high-energy episode of the Professor Game Podc…

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How Games Reveal Who We Are With Ryan Jones 🔍🎮 | Episode 384 33:15

2M ago33:15

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web What if the characters we play in games reveal more about who we truly are? 🎭🎲 Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs) offer more than just entertainment—they create …

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Spring Break Refresh: AI-Powered Classroom Management Strategies to Save Time 27:08

3M ago27:08

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#223: Spring Break is the perfect time to refresh your classroom strategies—and AI can help! In this episode of The Shake Up Learning Show, Kasey Bell shares simple AI-powered solutions to help teachers reduce disruptions, reinforce expectations, and support students without extra stress. 🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔ How AI can streamline…

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Role-Playing for Real Growth 🎭 with Kathrin Fischer | Episode 383 31:18

3M ago31:18

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web What if playing pretend could unlock real-world skills? 🎭🎲 We explore how Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs) are transforming education and therapy. Through stru…

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EDT119 - Google TOS Privacy Changes, Magic Exercise Book, Screencastify, Quizizz x PhET, and more 20:14

3M ago20:14

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What’s new in edtech? In this episode, I break down Google’s new parent permission requirements, an awesome Google Classroom add-on, and Screencastify’s expanded free plan. Science teachers, you’ll want to hear about PhET Simulations inside Quizizz, and we’ll discuss Common Sense Media’s latest report on AI in education. Plus, I’ll wrap up with a t…

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What Gamers Can Teach Us About Motivation with Christopher Dattoli | Episode 382 39:12

3M ago39:12

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web What if your favorite video game could teach you more about life and career success than any classroom? 🎮🎙️ We explore the surprising connections between gaming, m…

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EDT118 Padlet TA, Pear Assessment, Quizizz, Bitly, EduShare.ing, and Talking Chips 17:33

3M ago17:33

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Today on the Educational Duct Tape podcast, I’ve got five edtech updates that might impact your classroom and one educational strategy that’s new to me. I’ll start with the bad news first, which is Bitly adding ads to short links (not cool, Bitly) and then get into the good news, like a new educator-made alternative to Bitly and an AI teaching assi…

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Facilitating Impactful PD for Educators 34:13

3M ago34:13

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#222: 💡 Is your school’s professional development actually making an impact? Too often, PD is one-size-fits-all, inconvenient, and forgettable. In this episode of The Shake Up Learning Show, Kasey Bell shares best practices for blending online and face-to-face PD to create engaging, flexible, and effective professional learning experiences. 📢 What …

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Balancing Play and Pedagogy with Dr. Mark Harvey Project | Episode 381 34:35

3M ago34:35

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web What if games could be more than just fun—what if they could transform learning itself? Our guest Dr. Mark Harvey brings a wealth of experience in integrating game…

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Building Success from Scratch in Gaming with Dhiraj Jujare | Episode 380 30:29

3M ago30:29

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web Unlock the secrets behind truly captivating game design and community-building. We have this conversation with Dhiraj Jujare, the force heading Warpverse X. Armed …

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EDT117 Accessibility Tools with Adam Juarez and Katherine Goyette; MagicSchool, Goblin Tools, Diffit, Perplexity, SchoolAI, and more 1:09:29

4M ago1:09:29

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How can we create more flexible, accessible, and differentiated learning experiences? In this episode, I chat with Adam Juarez and Katherine Goyette (husband and wife duo AdaKat) about tools and strategies to make learning more inclusive. We explore MagicSchool, Quizizz, Mote, Immersive Reader, Goblin Tools, MirrorTalk, Factors Education, Helperbir…

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The Anxious Generation: Understanding Students’ Mental Health 29:13

4M ago29:13

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#221: 📱💡 Anxiety, smartphones, and AI—how are they shaping today’s students? In this episode, we dive into The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt to uncover why student mental health is declining, how overprotection in the real world and underprotection online are impacting kids, and what educators can do to create a healthier learning environmen…

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Tori Mondelli with Innovative Learning with Gamification and AI | Episode 379 33:22

4M ago33:22

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web Discover the intersection of AI and gamification in education to enhance creativity and efficiency. We're joined by Dr. Victoria "Tori" Mondelli, a pioneer in the …

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Crafting Engagement Through Educational Entertainment with Jerry Kolber | Episode 378 33:20

4M ago33:20

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web "I'm better than almost anyone at making complex subjects easy to understand for anybody." – Jerry Kolber. On this episode Jerry shares his journey in revolutioniz…

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EDT116 - Parents & Teens' AI Awareness, Google Classroom Groups, Canva Teacher Work Kit, Pear Deck, Feedback Friday, and Unconditional Positive Regard 21:57

4M ago21:57

21:57

In today’s episode, I kick things off with a Soapbox Moment relating to a new CommonSense Media report about the gap between the AI-awareness of teens and their parents—and what that means for us as educators. Then, we’ll explore five updates! We’ve got a game-changing differentiation feature in Google Classroom, an time-saving resource in Canva’s …

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AI Tools for Overwhelmed Teachers 26:26

4M ago26:26

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#220: In this episode of The Shake Up Learning Show, we’re tackling teacher overwhelm with the power of AI! Join Kasey as she shares practical, time-saving tools that can help you automate repetitive tasks, reduce stress, and free up your time to focus on what matters most—your students. We’ll highlight amazing tools like Brisk Teaching, a free AI-…

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Gamified Approach to Climate Education with Bobby Donohue | Episode 377 35:44

4M ago35:44

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: professorgame.com/freecommunity-web "Life is a game, and we get to wake up and play it every day." – Bobby Donohue on the Professor Game podcast. Bobby Donohue, the founder of Planet Bonehead, an inn…

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EDT115 Adam Sparks Part 2 - Teaching Writing in the Age of AI, Short Answer, SchoolAI, Pear Deck, MagicSchool, Screencastify Submit 55:42

4M ago55:42

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Adam Sparks is back to continue our conversation about writing instruction in the age of AI. We’re diving into even more actionable strategies, from using tools like ShortAnswer to embedding more writing across the curriculum to help students recover those lost writing reps. Plus, we tackle big-picture topics like teaching students to use AI effect…

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Life Questification and Disability Advocacy with Sierra Grandy | Episode 376 34:08

4M ago34:08

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If you're struggling to keep people engaged and loyal in your product or business, check out my FREE gamification course to learn how to do just that: bit.ly/freegamificationcourse-web "Questify Your Life" system that also works alongside disabilities. We sit with Sierra Grandy to discuss how she gamifies life using her unique "Questify Your Life" …

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Beating Burnout: Strategies to Reset and Recharge 26:34

5M ago26:34

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#219: Discover practical strategies to reset, recharge, and beat educator burnout in this episode of the Shake Up Learning Show. Learn why goal-setting and intentional planning are the keys to managing overwhelm, and hear how the Fresh Start Workshop and Toolkit can help you reclaim your time and energy in 2025. ➡️ FREE Fresh Start 2025 Workshop fo…

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