Best Learner Lab Podcasts (2025)

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Listening practice - A1 - As compras no mercado

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Carlos wants healthy, local produce; a trip to the village market puts his plan to the test. Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-7 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the…

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JAKE MENCACCI (1 of 2) 34:09

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show. Billy's fantasy series is finally done! Check out the books here!By Gold Medal Squared

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Unlocking Talent: Building Effective Learning Experiences with Dr. Lisa Hammonds 28:00

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Dr. Lisa Hammonds Founder, Dove Training & Innovations Quote of the Podcast: Your heart has to be able to handle the weight of your divine calling - bell hook Introduction of Guest BIO – Dr. Lisa Hammonds is the founder of Dove Training & Innovations and a passionate, results-driven Learning Experience & Development Consultant with a proven track r…

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Ep 208 Paradigm Shift in Ischemic Stroke Management Part 1: Disabling Strokes 1:36:12

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We are amidst a paradigm shift in the emergency management of acute ischemic stroke. The traditional way of categorizing ischemic strokes as 'minor' vs 'major' is no longer relevant to what we do in the ED. It's now about 'disabling' vs 'non-disabling' strokes. And this is no small change. This categorization dictates urgency of ED work-up and trea…

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Ep.178 Strong, Safe, and Ageless: Midlife Strength Training with Megan Dahlman 55:34

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Want to feel stronger, steadier, and more capable for the next 30 years? In this episode, I sit down with strength coach Megan Dahlman to map out a clear, science-backed path for women 50+ to build real-world strength—without injury, confusion, or intimidation. We bust common fitness myths (“just lift heavy,” “bash your bones,” “jump every day”) an…

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206. PRIME TIMES® - Everything You Need to Know 49:56

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Today’s the day! I’m finally doing a deep dive into my number one classroom procedure: PRIME TIMES®. I share the origin story, why they’re essential for classroom management and formative assessment, and practical strategies for making them work in any secondary science classroom. You’ll learn how to overcome common challenges like missing papers, …

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Listening practice - A1 - As férias

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The Silvas want a relaxing vacation; first, they have to get through the airport. Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-6 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of …

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REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Joe Trinsey and David Hunt (2 of 2) 40:55

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Ep.177 GLP-1 and Peptide Therapy for Women 50+: Beyond the Hype 25:02

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Hitting a metabolic wall in midlife? You’re not alone — and you’re not broken. In this episode, Michele Folan, midlife health coach and former diabetes industry insider, breaks down the science (and the truth) behind microdosed GLP-1 and peptide therapy for women 40+. Drawing on many years in diabetes and cardiovascular health, Michele explains how…

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The Joy Lab: Empowering Teachers and Students with Connection, Play, and Purpose with Darcy Bakkegard 1:05:27

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Darcy Bakkegard Co-Founder & Change Consultant, The Educators' Lab Quotes of the Podcast: “Think of what you want to be different and start from there.” Priya Parker, The Art of Gathering “While individual curiosity can produce incredible feats, our collective curiosity is the motor behind humanity’s biggest innovations. Conversations feed our imag…

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205. A Cell Phone Policy for High School Students 26:02

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Cell phone policies are one of the most debated topics for secondary teachers, and for good reason! They’re tough to get right. In this episode, I’m sharing my honest experiences with different approaches, what’s worked (and what’s totally failed), and the key factors to consider before setting your own rules. We’ll talk about how your personality,…

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Listening practice - A1 - A dor de dentes

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Paulo feels a small tooth pain, tries to ignore it, and soon faces a difficult decision. Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-5 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhy…

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Listening practice - A1 - A casa nova do Carlos

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In this episode, you'll learn about Carlos. He lives in the historic city of Coimbra where he just bought a new home. Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-2 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening s…

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REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Joe Trinsey and David Hunt (1 of 2) 35:44

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Inquiry Oasis Season 3: Dr. Desiree Vega Part 2 21:28

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Listen to part 2 of the two part episode with Dr. Desiree Vega. Dr. Vega and Dean Deil-Amen continue to explore the intersection of identity, advocacy, and purpose in the field of school psychology. Dr. Vega discusses her research findings, recommended readings, and an upcoming book release with her colleague Jaclyn Wolf at San Francisco State Univ…

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Ep.176 Mom Rediscovered: Midlife Identity, Body Image, and the Power of Self-Compassion 51:30

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Ever feel like you’re doing everything for everyone—and slowly disappearing from your own life? In this raw and relatable episode, host Michele Folan sits down with writer and coach Jen Butler, author of the forthcoming memoir Mom Rediscovered, to talk about the messy, brave work of finding yourself again—after kids, after moves, and after the copi…

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204. Serving English Learners in Your Science Classroom With Risa Woods of Every Teacher 49:21

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Once the school year is in full swing, meeting every learner’s needs can feel impossible, especially when it comes to supporting English learners. In this episode, I sit down with Risa Woods from Every Teacher for a conversation that’s equal parts practical and encouraging. Together, we dig into common misconceptions about who English learners are,…

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QUIET EYE - Motor Learning For Coaches 34:31

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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EM Quick Hits 68 Osteomyelitis, Tourniquet Technique, Pediatric Distal Radius Buckle Fractures, DSI RCT, AMS in ESRD & Dialysis, EM Leadership Spotlight #3 1:25:12

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Ep.175 The Science of Midlife Desire: Oxytocin, Hormones, and Erotic Repair 50:39

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Reigniting Desire in Midlife with Dr. Diane Mueller: Stress, Hormones & Real-World Intimacy Fixes Desire doesn’t vanish in midlife—it evolves. In this episode of Asking for a Friend, certified sexologist Dr. Diane Mueller joins host Michele Folan to unpack what really happens to libido, intimacy, and connection as hormones shift, stress piles up, a…

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203. Who Makes up the Deficit? How to Respond When Students Are Behind 34:36

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One of the toughest realities for teachers is realizing that your students are already behind before the year even begins. That’s exactly what we’re tackling in this episode. Last week, we talked about how to handle things when students fail a test at the end of a unit, but this week, I’m flipping the script (thanks to another great listener questi…

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SERVING ROUTINES with Adriano Carvalho (2 of 2) 29:13

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Inquiry Oasis Season 3: Dr. Desiree Vega Part 1 24:07

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Listen to part 1 of 2 in which Dr. Desiree Vega joins Dean Deil-Amen to explore the intersection of identity, advocacy, and purpose in the field of school psychology. Dr. Vega is a professor in the department of Disability and Psychoeducational Studies (DPS). Dr. Vega reflects on her journey as a first-generation college graduate, and how her famil…

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Ep.174 The Cost of the Nightly Wine Habit: Sobriety, Neuroplasticity & Midlife Freedom 52:32

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What’s the Real Cost of That Evening Glass of Wine? A Sobriety Journey with Kate Vitela Kate Vitela, a registered nurse, shares her powerful journey from physical alcohol dependence to over seven years of sobriety. Her story isn’t defined by a dramatic rock-bottom moment but by a gradual awakening to how daily drinking eroded her sleep, career, and…

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202. What to Do When Your Students Fail the Test 22:14

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Raise your hand if you've been called “the mean teacher” for holding firm on test policies! In this episode, we dive into what to do when students fail a test, from deciding on retakes or corrections to analyzing trends in student performance and reteaching where needed. You’ll hear practical tips for breaking down assessments by concept, setting u…

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Bridging Education Gaps: Personalized Coaching and Research for Today’s Graduate Students 28:32

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Marj Atkinson CEO The Research Sage Quotes of the Podcast: Make yourself an example of good works with integrity, dignity and incorruptibility in your teaching. Titus 2:7 CSB What a school thinks about its library is a measure of what it feels about education. -Harold Howe. Introduction of Guest BIO – Marj Atkinson received her Master of Library Sc…

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SERVING ROUTINES with Adriano Carvalho (1 of 2) 35:13

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Ep.173 Your Mouth Is the Mirror of Your Health: Dr. Mark Burhenne on Sleep, Hormones & Longevity 54:01

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Unlocking the Oral-Systemic Connection with Dr. Mark Burhenne Did you know your mouth may be the first place chronic disease, hormone imbalances, poor sleep, and even accelerated aging show up? In this powerful episode of Asking for a Friend, functional dentist and bestselling author Dr. Mark Burhenne explains why oral health is the true gateway to…

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201. AI Literacy for Science Teachers With Guest Amanda Bickerstaff of AI for Education 39:27

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AI is everywhere right now, and if you’ve been feeling both curious and overwhelmed, you’re not alone! In this episode, I’m joined by Amanda Bickerstaff, a former high school biology teacher and co-founder of AI for Education, for a conversation about AI in the classroom. We explore why AI literacy is becoming a core skill for both teachers and stu…

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LOUISVILLE VOLLEYBALL with Dan Meske (2 of 2) 33:08

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Inquiry Oasis Season 3: Patricia Moreira 19:49

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In this episode of the "Inquiry Oasis" podcast, Dean Regina Deil-Amen speaks with Dr. Patricia Moreira, an assistant professor in the University of Arizona's College of Education. Dr. Moreira, a former science teacher from Chile, discusses her research on how students' reasoning in science becomes visible and how this understanding can be applied t…

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Ep.172 Stop Asking, Start Becoming: Manifestation Secrets for Women 40+ 52:26

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Steffani LeFevour shares that manifestation isn’t magic—it’s mindset. Learn how to create life on your terms. Why do some prayers go unanswered while others manifest with ease? The difference may surprise you. Manifestation mentor and happiness coach Steffani LeFevour joins me on Asking for a Friend to share how women in midlife can stop asking and…

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Ep 207 Sleep Strategies for Shift Work 1:21:04

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Discover evidence-based sleep strategies for shift workers. Optimize performance, recovery, and health with tips from sleep expert Dr. Michael Mak... If you find this beneficial please consider a donation to support EM Cases: https://emergencymedicinecases.com/donation/By Dr. Anton Helman

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200. Ask Me Anything! Going Over Work, NGSS, Labs, and MORE! 41:34

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Can you believe it?! We’ve officially hit the 200th episode of Secondary Science Simplified AND crossed over 200,000 listens — what a milestone! I’m so grateful for every teacher who tunes in and makes this community so special. To celebrate, I’m bringing back one of my favorite formats: an “Ask Me Anything” episode where I answer your top question…

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Building an Informed Democracy: Education, Public Policy, and Information Literacy 27:45

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PODCAST Season 5 EPISODE 3 Dr. Cassidy Sugimoto School Chair, Tom and Marie Patton Chair, Professor Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School of Public Policy Georgia Institute of Technology Quote of the Podcast: Nelson Mandela: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Introduction of Guest BIO – Dr. Cassidy R. Sugimoto…

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TRANSITIONING TO HEAD COACH with Dan Meske (1 of 2) 36:05

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Ep.171 Thyroid Cancer & Midlife Women: Why Normal Labs Don’t Mean You’re Safe 33:14

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Hashimoto’s, Hormones, Neck Checks & the Future of Thyroid Screening Thyroid cancer is on the rise among midlife women—and most don’t even know they’re at risk. In this eye-opening episode of Asking for a Friend, Dr. Rashmi Roy, Director of Thyroid Surgical Services at the Clayman Thyroid Center and one of the world’s most experienced thyroid surge…

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199. How to Not Take Work Home (In Your Head, or in Reality) This School Year 17:16

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Work-life balance…it’s the unicorn we’re all chasing, isn’t it? In this episode, I’m sharing the practical strategies and mindset shifts that have helped me finally keep work at work. From being ruthless about what you grade, setting up overflow days, and maximizing your planning period, to outsourcing tasks and shifting classroom culture, you’ll w…

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REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Keegan Cook and Jonathan Winder (2 of 2) 33:36

2M ago33:36

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Inquiry Oasis Season 3: Jill Castek 18:33

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Join us for an interview with Dr. Jill Castek and host, Dean Regina Deil-Amen. Dr. Castek, a former teacher and literacy specialist, is a professor in the department of Teaching, Learning, and Sociocultural Studies (TLS) and is the co-director of the Digital Innovation and Learning Lab (DIALL). More than just a tech-filled room, DIALL is a dynamic …

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Ep.170 The Power of Breathwork for Midlife Women: Better Sleep, Less Stress, Fewer Cravings 58:33

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Breathe Like Your Health Depends On It: Midlife Stress, Sleep, & Cravings with Sandy Abrams Is your nervous system stuck in overdrive? Hot flashes, disrupted sleep, mindless snacking, snapping at your spouse—these aren’t just “midlife things.” They’re signs your body is begging for calm. And the fastest way to get there? Your breath. In this empowe…

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198. The Most Important Thing You Need to Hear This School Year 20:54

2M ago20:54

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It’s September, which means it’s time for your annual pep talk, teacher friend! In this episode, I’m sharing the one message every secondary science teacher needs to hear as the school year kicks off. We’ll talk about the unique challenges you face, why boundaries and clarity matter, and how to model humanity and humility in your classroom. Plus, I…

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Will Richardson on Why the Status Quo in Education Fails Today’s Learners 31:22

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PODCAST Season 5 EPISODE 2 Will Richardson Founder Future Serious School Quote of the Podcast: "The end of the world as we know it is not the end of the world, full stop." ~Dougald Hine Introduction of Guest BIO – Will is a lifelong educator who, after 22 years in the classroom, has worked with educators in over 25 countries to push their thinking …

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REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Keegan Cook and Jonathan Winder (1 of 2) 37:06

2M ago37:06

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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EM Quick Hits 67 Tick Borne Illness Update, Pediatric ECG Interpretation, Nailbed Repair, Closed Loop Communication, ESRD, Leaders in EM Dr. Catherine Varner 1:00:21

2M ago1:00:21

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On this EM Quick Hits podcast: Tick Borne Illness Update with Dr. Issac Bogoch, Pediatric ECG Interpretation with Dr. Kathleen Stephanos, Nailbed Repair with Dr. Matthew McArther, Closed Loop Communication with Dr. Shawn Segeren, ESRD with Dr. Brit Long, Leaders in EM Dr. Catherine Varner... Please consider donating to EM Cases here: https://emerge…

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Ep.169 The Truth About Female Hair Thinning: Hormones, Genetics & Hope 48:27

2M ago48:27

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Is your shower drain trying to tell you something? Hair loss is one of the most common and emotionally devastating issues women face in midlife, yet it’s often met with silence—or endless product promises that rarely deliver. In this episode of Asking for a Friend, board-certified internist Dr. Mary Wendel—a physician who has dedicated over 20 year…

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197. Motivating the Unmotivated - 4 Practical Tips to Help Students Care 18:02

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August is wild because some of you are squeezing out those last drops of summer, while others are already knee-deep in grading. Wherever you are on that back-to-school spectrum, one thing is for sure: at some point this year, you’ll be staring down an unmotivated student (or ten!). In this episode, I’m sharing four practical tips to boost engagemen…

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PLAYER BUY-IN - Motor Learning for Coaches 34:01

2M ago34:01

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Ep.168 Reversing Osteoporosis: My Midlife Bone Health Blueprint with Michele Folan 20:08

2M ago20:08

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The day my DEXA scan results revealed osteoporosis was a wake-up call I dreaded. No symptoms. No warning signs. Just a family history of poor bone health. The casual “take medication and see you in two years" was a no-go for me. Like so many women in midlife, I knew there had to be another way. In this episode, I share my personal journey of revers…

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196. Grading Game Changers: 6 Ways to Grade Differently This School Year 18:21

3M ago18:21

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Grading doesn’t have to take over your nights and weekends! In this episode, I’m sharing six practical grading game changers that helped me simplify my workload without lowering my standards. You’ll learn how to define your grading philosophy, reduce what you collect, give meaningful feedback faster, and keep students engaged, even when you're not …