The Monica Sanford Show

Dr. Linda Silbert has dedicated more than 40 years to working with students of every age and ability. We discussed what can make school feel overwhelming for so many children. She and her husband co‑authored the award‑winning, million‑copy bestseller Why Good Kids Get Bad Grades: What Parents Need to Know and Do. A former teacher and principal, Dr. Silbert is a lifelong educator who has developed countless learning and study tools, contributed weekly educational columns to multiple publications, and founded Strong Learning Centers. Her doctoral research focused on self‑esteem in children, and she continues to champion the idea that positive reinforcement, nurturing, and confidence-building are the true foundations of academic and personal success. In our conversation, she explains how chronic stress and pressure can frustrate children and derail learning, and why healthy expectations are what help kids thrive. We also explore the role of report cards, effective teaching methods, and why it truly takes a village to motivate kids to read.  

Part One: Monica Sanford and retired Marine LtCol David Sanford have been married for 35 years and have firsthand experience navigating the full journey from active-duty life to civilian retirement after 25 years of military service. They've lived through every stage of the transition—healthcare changes, job searches, housing decisions, and the emotional and practical adjustments that come with leaving the military. Together, they offer grounded, practical advice and actionable steps to help service members and their families move confidently into civilian life. David was prior enlisted and then retired as the G2 of 2nd Marine Division Camp Lejeune.  Monica is a Doctor of Nursing Practice, Nurse Practitioner, and has evaluated Veterans for VA Disability Claims for 3 years.  Together they have a wealth of advice for young, or experienced, military members and the families.

Honorable J.B. Whitten: The Mayor of Crestview, FL. In the panhandle, Northwest Florida, Crestview is a booming Hub City surrounded by military installations. He is a Retired Command Chief Master Sgt in the Air Force after 30 years, and then a special education high school teacher for 12 years before being elected as Mayor in 2019 and re-elected in 2024.  We talked about how his leadership in the Air Force and educational system prepared him to run a popular Hub City.  We discuss Crestview's growth, infrastructure, housing, city planning and the mission and vision for Crestview over the next decade.  We talked about how he got into politics and his physical fitness routine, and his communication skills through social media platforms.  What is next for Crestview and why are people Choosing the View!