Dr. Stephanie Heald and Dr. Tisha Shipley

Early Childhood Chatter

Dear listeners,Thank you for your support and for listening to our podcast. Please note that we will no longer be publishing new episodes after October 1, 2025. Our current site will remain open for past episodes and additional content. For new updates and more content, please visit unEdited chatter. We appreciate your continued support! Thank you! Tisha and Steph

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Dr. Stephanie Heald and Dr. Tisha Shipley

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Education

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Latest episode

Oct 15, 2025

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Episodes

59 - Get Up and Get Movin' 02.11.2022

In this episode, Jennifer Hawkins encourages listeners to help children get up and get physically active when learning. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

58 - Family Relationship Bridge 19.10.2022

In this episode, Katie Wirz shares how to build and foster relationships in the classroom. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

57 - The First 2000 Days 05.10.2022

In this episode, William Christmas highlights the importance of the first 2,000 days from birth to age five, explaining why these are the most critical years for a child’s brain development. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

56 - Moving Education Forward 21.09.2022

In this episode, Jonathan Booth discusses how and why we need to move education forward. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

55 - STEM in the Classroom 07.09.2022

In this episode, Norda Lewis discusses how teachers can effectively incorporate STEM concepts into the early childhood classroom. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

54 - Education During the Pandemic 24.08.2022

In this episode, Jessica Horn discusses how we can continue to provide high-quality teaching and learning during this uncertain time in our society. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

53 - Developmentally Appropriate Practices 10.08.2022

In this episode, Dr. Frank Guevara explains the updated NAEYC’s DAP resource and the 3 core considerations. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

52 - Communication Doesn’t Have to Occur with Words 27.07.2022

In this episode, Teressa Borrayo discusses the importance of functional communication in supporting young children’s development within early childhood settings. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

51 - The Importance of Parental Support 13.07.2022

In this episode, Dr. Brooke Layton details how parental support can impact a child and teacher in the early years. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

50 - Becoming an Advocate for a Child with Special Needs 29.06.2022

In this episode, Amy Melton shares how she became an advocate for her son Myles, setting him up for success in the early childhood environment. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

49 - Using Positive Discipline to Guide Desired Behaviors 15.06.2022

In this episode, Dr. Michelle Simecek explains positive discipline and shares how to use it to guide desired behaviors in the early childhood education environment. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

48 - Children’s View from the Classroom Door 01.06.2022

In this episode, Dr. Sandra Duncan discusses how educators can create indoor and outdoor play space environments that are intentionally designed to connect young children to their early learning environments, communities, and neighborhoods. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

47 - Creating Zen Rooms 18.05.2022

In this episode, April Jones describes how educators can turn environments into "Zen Spaces" for our community. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

46 - College Conversations: Speaking to Students about College and Career Readiness 04.05.2022

In this episode, Dr. Emily Devor shares her research on engaging in college and career readiness conversations at the earliest ages in a developmentally appropriate way. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

45 - Stop, Drop, & Roll - Supporting Our New Teachers 20.04.2022

In this episode, Maura Kelley shares ways to support and retain new teachers during this teacher shortage. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

44 - Critical Reflection and Belonging 06.04.2022

In this episode, Natalie Royer shares the ‘Belonging Enthusiast’ approach in critical reflection and belonging in early childhood education. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

43 - Putting the Reality in Relationships 23.03.2022

In this episode, Dr. Allison Rief discusses strategies for building positive partnerships and the realities involved in these relationships. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

42 - Bitter & Trapped: Supporting the Skipped Generation Family 09.03.2022

In this episode, Dr. Tanya Mooney discusses how early childhood educators can support children who are adopted by grandparents. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

41 - Courageous Conversations in the Preschool Classroom 23.02.2022

In this episode, Dr. Teresa Handy, author of I Have an Elephant in My Ear , discusses how to initiate courageous conversations with young children. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

40 - The Role of the Nanny in the Home Setting 09.02.2022

In this episode, Candi Vajana, the 2017 International Nanny of the Year and a Newborn Care Specialist, discusses the role of a nanny in the home setting. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

39 - It’s all about Social Emotional Learning! 26.01.2022

Tom Limbert discusses the importance of social-emotional development and its crucial role for early childhood educators to understand.  If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

38 - Why what We Believe about Ourselves Matters: How Teacher Perceptions and Beliefs Impact the Classroom 12.01.2022

Dr. Amanda Andrews shares several tools and resources that early childhood educators can use for personal and professional growth, as well as strategies on how to build an educational community. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu

37 - Preschool Themed Snacks and Sensory Bins 29.12.2021

Dr. Juliet Krummick offers listeners creative ideas for nutritious, fun snacks and shares engaging sensory bins to stimulate the senses. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

36 - Is it Time to Start Your Own Preschool: Examining the Process and Decisions Required for a Successful Business 15.12.2021

Anita Schlat provides knowledge and information on how to start a preschool with preparedness, a foundation of knowledge, and a dream. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu

35 - Powering Up through Your Library 01.12.2021

Sally Nie talks about ways to begin and foster a relationship with the librarian and how to use library tools that are available.   If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

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