Why the Advocate Podcast Exists!

Send us Fan MailIn this foundational episode, Dr. Kristi N. Love, educator, advocate, and mother of 2 , shares the personal and professional experiences that led her to create The Advocate Podcast.  Drawing from over 20 years of teaching and leading across diverse school settings, she reflects on the mindset shift that transformed how she understands children, discipline, and advocacy.  Her dual lens as both an educator and a parent offers insight into how families can navigate school systems and advocate effectively for their children. This episode explores how misaligned expectations, punitive discipline, and inequitable systems impact children, families, and educators, and why advocacy must always center child development, culture, and humanity.In this episode, you’ll hear about:Why Dr. Love nearly left the education profession—and what helped her stayThe critical mindset shiftHow culturally responsive teaching, trauma-informed practices, and SEL transformed her perspectiveWhat effective leadership, accountability, and support look like in schoolsHow inequitable systems show up for families, especially during moments of crisisWhy The Advocate is a space for parents, educators, and leaders seeking clarity, reflection, and changeThis episode is not about blame. It’s about responsibility.Whether you’re a parent navigating school systems, an educator feeling overwhelmed, or a leader committed to growth, this conversation sets the foundation for understanding what advocacy truly means.Connect With MeTo submit a question or join my mailing list, use the information below.Facebook Group: TheAdvocateInstagram: @TheAdvocateDr.LoveEmail: [email protected]