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Teaching is Political: Early Conversations on Race and Justice with Dr. Megan Madison

Listen on the go: In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Megan Pamela Ruth Madison joins us to explore why teaching is political and how early conversations about race, gender, consent, and body positivity can shape a more just and equitable future. A political educator and co-author of the award-winning First Conversations book series, Dr. Megan shares …

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Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a Tool for Anti-Racism in Education Advocating for Change with Andratesha Fritzgerald

Listen on the go: In this powerful episode of the Conscious Pathways podcast, host Brittney Carey sits down with Andratesha Fritzgerald, a seasoned educator, consultant, and author of Anti-Racism and Universal Design for Learning: Building Expressways to Success. Together, they explore the transformative intersection of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and anti-racism in education. Andratesha …

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Are Cops Community Helpers? with Ijumaa Jordan

Listen on the go: In this powerful episode of Conscious Pathway, host Brittney Carey sits down with Ijumaa Jordan, a trailblazer in early childhood education and a dedicated advocate for anti-bias learning environments. With over 30 years in the field, Ijumaa brings a wealth of experience and insight as they explore the often-overlooked intersection of …

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Student Activism and the Future of Higher Education with Dr. Sarah M. Toutant

Listen On The Go In this episode of Conscious Pathways, I am joined by Dr. Sarah M. Toutant, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Childcare Resource Center and an expert in advancing equity in higher education. Dr. Toutant shares her journey from studying education policy to becoming a passionate advocate for social justice, …

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Voices of Neurodiversity: Challenging Racism in Language Education with Dr. JPB Gerald

Listen on the Go: In this episode of Conscious Pathways, Dr. Justin Gerald unpacks the critical intersection of race, language, and neurodiversity in education. As an educator, theorist, and author, Dr. Gerald shares insights from his latest book, which explores the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent students of color and the lack of representation and …

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The Power of Children’s Literature in Shaping a Just World

Children’s literature has long been a gateway to the world beyond a child’s immediate surroundings. From the tales of whimsical creatures to stories that mirror their own lives, children’s books open doors to imagination, understanding, and empathy. But beyond the colorful illustrations and engaging narratives lies a deeper potential—children’s literature can be a powerful tool …

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Empowering Young Minds: Representation and Social Justice in Children’s Literature with Gwendolyn Wallace

Join host Brittney Carey in a captivating conversation with Gwendolyn Wallace, a distinguished researcher and children’s literature author, as they delve into the transformative impact of representation and authentic diversity in early childhood education. In this episode, they explore the intersection of children’s literature, social justice, and critical thinking, emphasizing the vital role of literature …

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