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The Education Movement
by Henry R. Rivera
This podcast focuses to address the common issues in the world of education through multiple perspectives. Each episode features guests from different parts of the country and different roles within the education industry. We hope that through these conversations our society will create movements that will get us closer to the best solutions to our common issues.
Episodes
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Labor Day Weekend Update
No special guests on this episode. It's just me, myself, and I giving you an update on what has been going on with our podcast, what type of content is coming up, and how you can help me make the next big episode! As always, you can reach me through email at [email protected] or...
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S2:E6 - Let's talk about DACA (feat. Jeff Jung) - Summer Time Edition
In this episode I am joined by the mastermind Jeff Jung who was a community college professor for 19 years then became an immigration attorney! Throughout our conversation Jeff Jung and I talk about his career in education, his career as an attorney, what the Deferred Action for Childhood…
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S2:E5 - Should Schools Re-Open? (feat. Michael Hull) - Summer Time Edition
In this episode we are joined by the American Rebel Michael Hull who is a history teacher in San Antonio Texas. Throughout our conversation Michael Hull and I talk about the current state of education, the reopening of schools during the COVID-19 pandemic, some common misconceptions of school...
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S2:E4 - K. Allen Is The Business (feat. Krystal Allen) - Summer Time Edition
In this episode we are joined by the big boss Krystal Allen who is the founder and CEO of K. Allen Consulting. Throughout our conversation Krystal and I take a deep dive into her career in education, the founding of her company, the services it provides, and much more. Resources mentioned in this...
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S2:E3 - GEAR UP and Defund The Police (feat. Michelle Sanchez) - Summer Time Edition
In this episode we are joined by the marvelous Michelle Sanchez who is a site coordinator for GEAR UP 4 LA. Throughout our conversation Michelle and I discuss her experience in the field of education, what GEAR UP is and does, the meaning and concerns of defunding the police, and much more. If…
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S2:E2 - Healing and Anti-Racism (feat. Marina Hernandez) - Summer Time Edition
In this episode we are joined by my old friend Marina Hernandez who has been teaching for nearly 8 years and has been a social justice advocate for even longer than that. Throughout our conversation Marina and I talk about her life as a teacher, the role Latinx people have in the Black Lives…
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S2:E1 - Latinidad and Anti-racism -- Can Minority Groups Be Racist? (feat. Sara Del Castillo) - Summer Time Edition
In this episode we are joined by my friend and social impact entrepreneur Sara Del Castillo who works closely with and for the Latinx community. Throughout our conversation Sara and I discuss her social impact in education, what it means to be Latino/a, what it takes to be a true anti-racist, and...
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S1:E15 - Are Black Students Being Reported Disproportionately? (feat. Bryson 'Tre McGuire) - #BlackLivesMatter Edition
In this episode we are joined by the soulful Bryson 'Tre McGuire who is a soon to be Doctoral graduate and the Dean of Students at his school. Throughout our conversation Bryson and I talk about his experience in the field of education, how African American males are disproportionately reported…
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S1:E14 - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (feat. Tyler Griffin) - #BlackLivesMatter Edition
In this episode we are joined by the fabulous Tyler Griffin who is a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion consultant and an Assistant Principal at the Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy (BELA) Charter School. Throughout our conversation Tyler and I get into the weeds of what Diversity, Equity, and...
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S1:E13 - The Sound Wisdom of Mickey (feat. Mickey Smith Jr.) - #BlackLivesMatter Edition
In this episode we are joined by the National Grammy Award Winner Mickey Smith Jr. who shares some very profound insight for how to become better educators. Throughout our conversation, Mickey Smith Jr. and I discuss the journey of his role as a music educator, how educators can use their sound…
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S1:E12 - Teachers Must Hold Themselves Accountable for Dismantling Racial Oppression (feat. Kelisa Wing) - #BlackLivesMatter Edition
In this episode I interview the educator, author, and advocate Kelisa Wing. Throughout our conversation Kelisa Wing and I take a dive into her career in education, address ways in which teachers can help dismantle systems of oppression, and Ms. Wing shares some phenomenal resources and ideas for...
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S1:E11 - Speech-Language Pathology In Schools (feat. Ashley Escalante) - COVID-19 Series
In this episode I interview my childhood friend Ashley Escalante. Ashley is a Speech-Language Pathologist who has experience working in hospital settings and in schools. She has a passion for learning languages, traveling, and helping others. Throughout our conversation we discuss Ashley's…
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S1:E10 - Is the development of elementary students being compromised? (feat. Stevie Jasuta) - COVID-19 Series
In this episode we are joined by the lovely Stevie Jasuta who is the Dean of Instruction at KIPP New Orleans Schools. Stevie's focus is primarily on students of grades K-4. Throughout our conversation Stevie and I discuss her educational journey, how elementary school students are being affected…
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S1:E9 - Bilingual Education and Distant Learning (feat. Melissa Mendoza) - COVID -19 Series
In this episode I interview Melissa Mendoza who is the principal of the Sandra Cisneros Learning Academy. Throughout our conversation Melissa and I discuss her experiences in the world of education, her rise to leardership, the importance of bilingual education, and what teachers and parents can…
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S1:E8 - Positively Teaching (feat. Felicia Akuamoah) - COVID-19 - Series
In this episode we are joined by one fo my teacher mentors: Felicia Akuamoah! Felicia has been teaching for 16 years and has started a new role at her current middle school as a life coach. Throughout our conversation we take a deep dive into Felicia's journey as a teacher, how she's supporting…
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S1:E7 - AKST About Tutoring
This episode features a group of some remarkable college students known as the Ask Knowledge Share Team. This organization was founded for the purpose of providing free tutoring for K-12 students who are struggling with their academics. During our conversation we uncover the making of the Ask...
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S1:E6 - A Movement In Education (feat. Linda Rost) - COVID-19 Series
This episode is a special treat, folks! This time the words of wisdom we share in each episode come from the legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden. Our guest for the show is the 2020 Montana Teacher of the Year & Top 4 National Finalist Linda Rost! In this episode Ms. Rost shares her…
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S1:E5 - What Is Steeping Wellness? - COVID-19 Series
In this episode we are joined by the founders of the company Steeping Wellness, Pam and Kalise! Throughout our conversation Pam and Kalise describe what Steeping Wellness is, the services they provide, and how people can access those services. As always, we end the podcast with a round of rapid...
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S1:E4 - Teaching With Mindfulness (feat. David Bellard) - COVID-19 Series
In this episode, we are joined by a great colleague of mine: David Bellard. Mr. Bellard is a high school teacher who has implemented mindfulness practices in his classroom and has seen some outstanding results. During our conversation, we explore the practice of mindfulness, how it can be...
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S1:E3 - Teaching During COVID-19 (feat. Colleen Good) - COVID19 Series
In this episode we are joined by the lovely Colleen Good who is the founder of the Facebook Group Teaching During COVID-19. In this conversation we learn about Colleen's teaching career as a Special Education Teacher, the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic on her and her school, and the rapid...
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S1:E2 - Distant Learning Approaches by Public Schools and Charter Networks (feat. Tess Gibson) - COVID-19 Series
In this episode, I interview my colleague Tess Gibson who has experience teaching in charter networks and in public schools. During this discussion we explore the different approach each type school is taking to address the needs of students during the COVID-19 pandemic, and we address the pros…
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The Education Movement Episode 1 (feat. Chris Dier)
Our first official episode features the Louisiana State Teacher of the Year Chris Dier! Chris recently published an open letter to high school seniors addressing the unfortunate reality that they are facing during the Covid-19 pandemic. The letter went viral and got the attention of many media...
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Intro to The Education Movement Podcast
This intro is to inform the listeners about the context of this podcast. This recording will let you know what The Education Movement is, why the podcast was started, and how you can get involved!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This podcast focuses to address the common issues in the world of education through multiple perspectives. Each episode features guests from different parts of the country and different roles within the education industry. We hope that through these conversations our society will create movements that will get us closer to the best solutions to our common issues.
HOSTED BY
Henry R. Rivera
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