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Reflecting on 2024: Wins and Lessons in Education and Social Justice

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Listen on the go: In the final episode of 2024, host Brittney Carey takes listeners on a reflective journey through the achievements, challenges, and pivotal moments in education and social justice over the past year. From celebrating California’s implementation of the ethnic studies requirement and the growth of transitional kindergarten to highlighting national victories against …

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

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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

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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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Identity and Media: Shaping Young Minds in the Digital Age with Ben Arthur

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In this episode of Conscious Pathways, host Brittney Carey sits down with Ben Arthur, NFL reporter for FOX Sports and founder of the Pinnacle Code podcast, to explore the vital intersection of media literacy, culturally responsive education, and digital storytelling. As a first-generation Ghanaian American, Ben offers a unique perspective on the importance of culturally …

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From Segregation to Integration for Students with Disabilities with Olivier Bernier

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Listen on the go: In this episode, I sit down with Olivier Bernier, the award-winning filmmaker behind the powerful documentary Forget Me Not: Inclusion in the Classroom and co-founder of Rota6 Films. As a passionate advocate for inclusive education, Olivier brings a unique perspective to our conversation, both as a filmmaker and as a father …

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

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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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Challenging Biases in Education: Rethinking Intelligence Through the Lens of Language Proficiency

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In classrooms across the country, biases and assumptions about intelligence based on language proficiency persist, affecting countless students. These biases often stem from a lack of understanding about the complexities of language, race, and neurodiversity. If we want to create an education system that truly prioritizes equity and inclusivity, we need to dismantle these harmful …

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

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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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Gentle Parenting—More Than Just Permissiveness

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When people hear the term “gentle parenting,” they often think it means letting children do whatever they want. But gentle parenting is far from permissive parenting. It’s an intentional approach rooted in respect, boundaries, and the belief that children can be guided without force. In fact, it’s a parenting style that cultivates well-rounded, independent individuals …

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Gentle Parenting and Equity in Education with The Indomitable Black Man

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In this enlightening episode of Conscious Pathways, host Brittney Carey delves into the intersection of social justice and education, focusing on the profound impact of gentle parenting rooted in culturally relevant and responsive pedagogy. Joining her is Gabriel Hannans, also known as the Indomitable Black Man, a passionate educator and the author of This is …

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