Best Pdp Podcasts (2025)

SUMMARY: The way you see students today can change a trajectory tomorrow. In this episode of Oxygen for Educators, 2023 National Teacher of the Year Rebecka Peterson sits down with Michelle to talk about choosing the good without slipping into toxic positivity. Rebecka shares how listening to understand, not to be understood, changed her teaching a…

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Episode 165 - LSI-11 54:48

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This episode we continue my series on the PDP-11 by examining how DEC adapted to the advent of the microprocessor. Along the way we will see how the PDP-11 inspired new generations of computers, and the surprising connection to early digital hobbyists.

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Is Conservative Management of Noninvasive Follicular Thyroid Neoplasm with Papillary-like Nuclear Features (NIFTP) Possible in Children? 27:12

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In this episode of the Pediatric and Developmental Pathology, our hosts Dr. Mike Arnold (@MArnold_PedPath) and Dr. Jason Wang speak with Dr. Ülgen Çeltik of the Department of Pediatric Surgery, Ege University Faculty of Medicine in Izmir, Turkey. Hear about her article in Pediatric and Developmental Pathology: Is Conservative Management of Noninvas…

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Radical Hope: Coping Flexibility 38:20

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SUMMARY: In this Oxygen for Educators Radical Hope episode, Michelle Kinder gets practical about “coping flexibility,” the everyday skill of noticing when your go-to strategy is no longer serving you, then choosing a better fit for this moment. Educators already live flexibly in classrooms, yet many of us go rigid with our own wellbeing. Michelle n…

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SUMMARY In this episode of Oxygen for Educators, Claudia Vega, former Dallas principal and founder of Whose Books and ARCO, walks us through building a true reading culture in Oak Cliff. She connects book deserts to historic redlining, then shows what access, representation, and a welcoming space can unlock for families. We talk gatekeeping, commun…

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Episode 164 - LGP-30 LIVE! from VCF West 52:03

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Last weekend I had the chance to talk about the LGP-30 and my emulation project at VCF West in Mountain View, CA. The showrunners will be posting a full video later, but that takes a while to go live. In the meantime, here's the audio I siphoned off the sound board and my slide deck. View my slides here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E9-B3EzxudF…

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Radical Hope: Inner Critic, Inner Mentor 26:54

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SUMMARY Educators are carrying more than ever, and in the middle of all that noise, the inner critic often shouts the loudest. In this episode of the Radical Hope Series, Michelle Kinder offers practical, light-lift ways to quiet that critic and tune into a steadier guide, the inner mentor. With relatable stories, examples pulled straight from the …

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Heather Junker 1:10:44

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SUMMARY In this episode of Oxygen for Educators, we sit down with Heather Junker to talk about what it really means to be a lifelong learner in education. Heather has spent years helping schools grow, but she’s the first to admit that none of us ever have it all figured out, and that’s okay. The conversation touches on everything from the wild ride…

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The Tech Evolution is Here! Don't Get Stuck In The Past | Insurance 360 Ep. 30 37:02

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Send us a text In this episode of Insurance 360, Dalton Miller of RetireFlo joins Bob and Rob to explore key insurance trends and challenges. They cover AEP prep, carrier changes impacting PPO products, and the role of advanced tools like RetireFlo, Connect4Insurance, and Pinnacle’s CRM BOSS. Dalton shares how agents can stay organized with early p…

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Episode 163 - Ever Heard of the PDP-11? 58:01

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The DEC PDP-11 is one of the most influential minicomputers of all time. Some would even call it the most influential computer of all time. But where exactly did it come from? How was it designed? This episode is the start of a 3 part series that will look at how the PDP-11 was created, adapted to changes, and the strange places it ended up.…

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Themes From Forgotten Films Vol 2: Lost Signals 6:14

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This is from the soundtrack to the 1994 film by director Sam Norton. The film is set on a space station on the edge of the solar system orbiting Pluto and suddenly all communication is lost with the home world.By TheOxfordAmbientCollective

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Radical Hope: Tender and Fierce Self-Compassion 26:05

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SUMMARY Michelle Kinder unpacks what self-compassion really looks like in everyday life. She talks about both the tender, nurturing side we usually think of and the fierce, protective side that helps us set boundaries and stay grounded. Using the idea of the “two arrows,” Michelle explains how self-compassion changes the way we handle challenges: t…

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Themes From Forgotten Films Vol 2:Ghost In The Dunes 2:54

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A tune recorded in WaveMapper. This is from the soundtrack to the 1988 film by Japanese director Akari Ito. The film explores the how a young boy called Hinta as he dreams of a world of mystic castles, ravens and ghosts in dunes.By TheOxfordAmbientCollective

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Placental Pathology Reporting Practices in Australian Stillbirths: A Quality Review 41:11

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In this episode of the Pediatric and Developmental Pathology, our hosts Drs. Mike Arnold (@MArnold_PedPath) and Dr. Jason Wang speak with Miss. Tania Marsden of the NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth, Mater Research Institute – University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; Professor Yee Khong of SA Pathology, Women’s and Children’s …

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Brenda Scott, M.S Ed 1:16:35

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SUMMARY This episode feels like sitting down for coffee with someone who’s walked the walk and really cares about people. Brenda Scott, now the Director of Cultural Intelligence for SMU Athletics, shares her story from being a first-generation college student to becoming a leader who helps others reach their full potential. She talks about why cult…

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Episode 162 - CSIRAC, Australia's First Computer 1:01:05

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In 1949 CSIRAC sprung to life in a lab in Sydney, Australia. It was a very early stored program computer. All machines of the era were unique. But CSIRAC, well, it was very unique indeed. Selected Sources: https://cis.unimelb.edu.au/about/csirac/music/reconstruction - The Music of CSIRAC https://sci-hub.se/10.1109/MAHC.1984.10014 - Pearcy and Beard…

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Themes From Forgotten Films Vol2:Tamsus Kodas 4:01

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A synth jam in Synth One J6 - the first in a new set of Themes From Forgotten Films. This is part of the Sountrack for the 2014 film Tamsus Kodas by Lithunanian director Kajus Kalvis. The film explores the day in the life of hacker Danielius Banis who gets dangerously involved in the Vilnius underworld.…

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Radical Hope: Your Nervous System’s Hidden Radar 30:42

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SUMMARY Ever feel like some days you're calm and grounded, and others you’re just… barely holding it together? In this episode of Radical Hope, Michelle Kinder unpacks neuroception, your nervous system’s built-in radar that constantly scans for danger or safety (without you even knowing it). She explains how our state creates our story, when we’re …

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Tausha Nickleberry 1:10:36

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SUMMARY Get ready to meet a woman whose story will stay with you long after the episode ends. In this raw and transparent interview, Michelle Kinder sits down with Tausha Nickleberry—an educator, leader, and fierce believer in the transformative power of connection and hope. Tausha’s journey from a traumatic childhood marked by domestic violence an…

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Radical Hope: Befriending Your Nervous System 9:51

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SUMMARY Join host Michelle Kinder in this episode of Radical Hope as she explores the transformative practice of befriending your nervous system. Discover how understanding and nurturing your inner state can lead to steadiness, interrupt shame spirals, and reconnect you with your truest self. Drawing from the insights of polyvagal theory, Michelle …

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Digging for Insurance Sales? This One's A Gold Rush | Insurance 360 Ep. 29 36:51

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Send us a text In this episode of Insurance 360, we dive into strategies for mastering Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) with special guest Jeremy Boz from Tyler Insurance. Hosts Rob and Bob discuss the ins and outs of AEP certifications, effective planning, and the essential role of technology and organization in managing a successful insurance agenc…

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Validation of A Nationwide Digital Pediatric Pathology Consultation Network 48:06

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In this episode of the Pediatric and Developmental Pathology, our hosts Drs. Mike Arnold (@MArnold_PedPath) and Dr. Jason Wang speak with Dr. Haiying Chen, Pediatric Pathologist at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Dr. Gino Sommers, Chief of Pediatric Pathology at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto and Professor and Vice Chair of Pa…

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Dr. Shanon Zais 1:10:27

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SUMMARY In this episode, we sit down with the wise, wholehearted, and purpose-driven Dr. Shanon Zais, principal of Rockwall High School’s ninth-grade campus and a woman who leads with both conviction and care. With a deep belief that educators deserve the same level of support as students, Dr. Zais shares how she has built a school culture where re…

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The Last Line of Defense: Protecting the Independent Medicare Agent | Insurance 360 Ep. 28 38:09

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Send us a text In this episode of Insurance 360, Calvin Bagley joins Bob and Rob for a candid conversation on the growing pressure agents face from CMS regulations, shifting carrier strategies, and public misconceptions about our industry. From commission shakeups and non-commissionable plans to advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill, this is a must-watc…

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Episode 161 - The IAS Machine 1:03:18

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The first batch of digital computers emerge directly following WWII. The hallmark of this generation is uniqueness: no two computers are the same. However, there is a machine that bucks that trend. The IAS Machine, built in Princeton in the late 1940s, served as the inspiration for at least a dozen later computers. But how similar were these Prince…

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Radical Hope: Balancing Realism and Possibility 13:27

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SUMMARY In this special mini-sode, host Michelle Kinder launches Radical Hope: Inner Work with a Ripple Effect—a new short-form series from Oxygen for Educators. These shorter episodes are designed to offer grounded, actionable insights for educators navigating complex realities with courage and heart. Michelle opens this first installment with a p…

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Helping Kids Cope with the Texas Floods 19:29

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SUMMARY Texas is grieving. Even for those once or twice removed from the direct impact, it’s hard to think about anything other than the catastrophic flooding in Central Texas and the rising death toll. Each life lost represents a devastated family, a shaken community, and a school doing its best to help children make sense of the senseless. We’re …

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Dr. Summer Rose 1:03:58

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SUMMARY In this episode, we sit down with the radiant and deeply grounded Dr. Summer Rose, a clinical psychologist and leader at Communities In Schools of the Dallas Region. With warmth, clarity, and conviction, she shares her story from aspiring “baby doctor” to becoming a fierce advocate for youth mental health and educator well-being. Dr. Rose o…

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Episode 160 - What can Lunar Lander tell us about FOCAL? 56:28

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Lunar Lander is one of the best loves video games of all time. The game was created in 1969 as an homage to the recent Apollo 11. From there it would only spread. Just about anything that can print text has it's own version of Lunar Lander. The early history of this game is mixed up with something weird: two nearly identical programming languages. …

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Rob Kowalski 1:27:53

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SUMMARY In this episode, we sit down with the thoughtful and deeply grounded Rob Kowalski, an eighth-grade humanities teacher at Parish Middle School in Dallas, Texas. Rob shares his journey through education—from growing up in New Jersey and being shaped by powerful mentors to becoming the kind of teacher who helps students feel seen, safe, and in…

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MAJOR Medicare changes AGENTS should know | Insurance 360 Ep. 27 41:43

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Send us a text Grab your calculators and compliance manuals — the Chief Insurance Nerd is here. Sam Melamed joins Insurance 360 to decode the latest Medicare and ACA twists, from AI influence and carrier exits to the “birthday rule” and shrinking dental benefits. It’s annual enrollment prep, agent training evolutions, Dr. Oz impacts, and a Pinnacle…

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Dr. Laura Lockhart 1:25:38

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SUMMARY In this episode, we sit down with the wise and wonderful Dr. Laura Lockhart to talk about something every educator wrestles with—how we show up for ourselves and others when things get hard. From the way we talk to ourselves, to understanding our triggers, to breathing through stressful moments, Dr. Lockhart brings so much heart and practic…

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Episode 159 - The Intel 286: A Legacy Trap 1:06:40

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In 1982 Intel released the iAPX 286. It's was the first heir to the smash-hit 8086. But the 286 was developed before the IBM PC put an Intel chip on every desk. It's design isn't influence by the PC. Rather, it reaches further into the past. Today we are looking at the strange melding of old technology, new ideas, and compatibility that lead to the…

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Stillbirth and Congenital Syphilis: autopsy and placental findings of 11 cases and review of the literature. 33:01

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In this episode of the Pediatric and Developmental Pathology, our hosts Drs. Mike Arnold (@MArnold_PedPath) and Dr. Jason Wang speak with Dr. Raquel Ilgenfritz of Hospital CUF Descobertas in Lisbon, Portugal as well as Unidade Local de Saúde Almada-Seixal, Almada, Portugal, and Dr. Ana Lai of Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal. He…

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Brent Beasley 1:16:38

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SUMMARY: In this conversation, Brent shares his journey from ministry to education philanthropy, offering deep insight into the role of love, community, and collaboration in transforming education. Set against the backdrop of Fort Worth’s innovative philanthropic efforts, the discussion explores how addressing both social needs and academic perform…

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Dr. Laura Latta 1:21:27

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In this episode, Chris and Michelle introduce the brilliant Dr. Laura Latta, Executive Director of the Tulsa Higher Education Consortium—who Chris has aptly nicknamed “the queen of collaboration.” From there, Michelle and Laura dive into a powerful conversation about leading with empathy in education. Laura shares her belief that education is peopl…

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Episode 158 - INTERCAL RIDES AGAIN - Restoring a Lost Compiler 1:08:22

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In 1973 the world caught it's first glimpse of INTERCAL. It's a wild and wacky language, somewhere between comedy and cutting satire. But the compiler was never circulated. There would be later implementations, but that original compiler remained lost to time. That is, until now. This episode covers how the original source code was found, and my at…

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Mrs. Careli Lopez 1:17:48

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SUMMARY “When You Love the Student First” For the first time on Oxygen for Educators, the guest was nominated by students—and not just any students! Will and Max, the nephews of our host Chris Kent Phelps, wanted to honor someone who has left a lasting mark on their lives: their beloved 4th grade teacher, Mrs. Lopez from Linda Lyon Elementary in Ro…

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Dr. Maricela Helm 1:21:06

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SUMMARY This episode is extra special—our producer, Katie Worden, had the privilege of working under the incredible leadership of Dr. Maricela Helm at Amy Parks Elementary in Rockwall ISD. As Katie's principal, Maricela left a lasting impression, showing her that when we focus on the well-being of each child, academic success will naturally follow.…

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Hereditary Multiple Intestinal Atresia With a Novel TTC7A Pathogenic Variant: Gastrointestinal Manifestations in Two Cases 19:12

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In this episode of the Pediatric and Developmental Pathology, our hosts Drs. Mike Arnold (@MArnold_PedPath) and Dr. Jason Wang speak with Dr. Saeeda Almarzooqi, Assistant Dean for Medical Education and Professor of Pathology at United Arab Emirates University, about her article in Pediatric and Developmental Pathology: Hereditary Multiple Intestina…

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Dr. Jeannie Stone 1:19:28

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SUMMARY This episode is a special one. Michelle Kinder sits down with Dr. Jeannie Stone, a former superintendent and fierce advocate for equity in education, for a deeply honest and inspiring conversation. Hosts Michelle Kinder and Chris Kent Phelps set the stage, sharing why this episode—and Jeannie herself—means so much. Jeannie shows up with war…