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Ed Soul
Being an educator is not like other jobs. You put your whole self into it – it’s soul work. Each episode, we bring you insights, techniques, and strategies rooted in research that you can put into practice in your K-12 classroom right away. Host Rachel Logan (in education for 16 years and counting) uses interviews, great questions, and stories from her experiences in the classroom to make content come to life. Produced by the Sourcewell Education Solutions team.
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Episodes
Supporting Indigenous Education with Minnesota Indigenous Education Equity Access Specialist Emma Needham 24.10.2025 56:19
In this episode, Emma Needham, a Minnesota Indigenous Education Equity Access Specialist, discusses the importance of supporting Indigenous education. Emma shares her personal connection to the work, addresses the historical and ongoing barriers to including Native perspectives in schools, and offers advice for educators who feel uncertain about teaching Indigenous content. Resources and ideas fr...
Unpacking Interdisciplinary Literacy Instruction with Shannon Rivard 10.10.2025 44:30
This episode explores the importance of interdisciplinary literacy—the integration of reading and writing skills across all subject areas—with expert guest Shannon Rivard. Shannon shares her extensive experience in literacy instruction and discusses how literacy standards differ from traditional ELA standards, covers practical strategies for vocabulary instruction, and shares strategies for suppor...
The Power of Windows and Mirrors with Ann McGee founder of Open Windows Books 26.09.2025 48:46
In this episode Ann McGee, Founder of Open Windows Books, shares her journey in increasing diverse literature for our rural schools. Learn about the concept of windows and mirrors in literature, how diverse texts are important for all our students, and teacher learning for how to “teach” diverse books. Interested in getting involved? Check out an Open Windows Books near you! Resources and ideas...
Solving for All: High-Quality Math for Every Classroom with Chris Castillero and Mike Jordahl 12.09.2025 1:19:45
This episode features guests Chris Castillero and Mike Jordahl, who are experts in mathematics education. The episode focuses on the importance of high-quality math instruction in every classroom and addresses common barriers that teachers face in providing such instruction. Chris and Mike share their insights on overcoming math anxieties, the latest revisions in math standards in Minnesota, and r...
The First Stitch: The Beauty of Beginning Again with Aaron Logan 29.08.2025 50:18
This episode reminds us of important themes at the start of a new school year, such as the value of building strong relationships with students, establishing routines collaboratively, and embracing fresh starts for both teachers and students. Whether you are new to teaching or a veteran, we all make mistakes; it’s part of the process. Finding support networks and ongoing learning are essential for...
Ed Soul Season 5 Trailer 29.08.2025 1:40
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
The READ ACT: A look back at Year 1 and What’s to come in Year 2 with Mary Jordahl and Megan Zierden 16.06.2025 1:04:27
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Building Educational Leadership with Social Influence for the Benefit of Our Scholars, Colleagues, Families, Communities and Ourselves with Dr. Renae Bryant 30.05.2025 59:01
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Effective Practices in Teaching, Assessing, and Reporting with Jan Hoegh: A preview to the Sourcewell Education Summit Jan Hoegh 16.05.2025 48:41
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Cultivating Trauma-Informed School Spaces for All with Dr. Todd Savage: A preview to the Sourcewell Education Summit 02.05.2025 54:29
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Teacher Resiliency with 2024 National Rural Education of the Year, Melissa Oberg: A preview to the Sourcewell Education Summit 18.04.2025 39:01
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Unpacking Universal Design with Katie Novak: A preview to the Sourcewell Education Summit 04.04.2025 57:08
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Exploring Cultural Competency with Dr. Anne Phibbs: A preview to the Sourcewell Education Summit 21.03.2025 1:15:45
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Building Bridges: Partnering with Families & Communities Part 2 with MDE's Jackie Blagsvedt and Saadia Mohamed 07.03.2025 1:20:24
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Building Bridges: Partnering with Families & Communities Part 3 with MDE's Jackie Blagsvedt and Saadia Mohamed 07.03.2025 46:46
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Building Bridges: Partnering with Families & Communities Part 1 with Raymond Blackledge, MN COMPASS School Advocate 21.02.2025 47:13
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
From Invisible to Seen: Creating School Spaces of Value and Connection with Derek Francis 07.02.2025 51:44
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Centering our Youth in their Post-Secondary Moves with Dr. Maggie Velasco, Steph Drange, Katie Baier 24.01.2025 55:20
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Advocating for Students and Families/Caregivers in Special Education with Heidi Hahn, Michelle Ferguson, Carmen Grinstead Part 2 09.01.2025 59:03
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Supporting our Students and Families/Caregivers in Special Education with Heidi Hahn, Emily Museus, and Jen Johnson Part 1 13.12.2024 48:11
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Recognizing and Addressing Harmful Language with Marceline DuBose 29.11.2024 56:02
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Ed Soul's Greatest Hits: Student-Centered Discipline Strategies with Jacki Brickman and Lisa Worden 15.11.2024 45:18
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Ed Soul's Greatest Hits: Unlocking the Challenge of Disruptive Behavior with Dr. Nathan Elliott 01.11.2024 40:11
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Ed Soul's Greatest Hits: Cultivating Student Leadership Traits with Jeff Meacham 18.10.2024 44:08
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
Ed Soul's Greatest Hits: The Cultural Toolbox-Traditional Ojibwe Living in the Modern World with Anton Treuer 04.10.2024 56:47
Ed Soul Podcast Credit | Sourcewell Find more educational resources by topic at https://www.mn.sourcewell.org/education/podcast Learn more about upcoming trainings and events for educators at www.mn.sourcewell.org/education
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