Falling for Learning Podcast

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh and Lauren Moseley discuss the importance of service learning and restorative justice in education. They highlight "Quilters," a Netflix documentary about inmates in a Missouri prison who learn to quilt and create weighted vests for foster children and those with autism, emphasizing the transformative power of giving back. They relate this to service learning projects...

Send us Fan Mail Is your child the next big thing? Parents and educators can use these simple strategies to help children reach their full potential! TD Flenaugh and guest Albert Bramante discuss strategies for nurturing children's talents and overcoming self-doubt. Albert, a talent agent and performance coach, emphasizes the importance of fostering curiosity and involvement in various activities....

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh and Lauren Moseley discuss strategies for parents to support their children's learning. They emphasize the importance of discussing academic progress, not just behavior, during parent-teacher conferences. They advise parents to create a print-rich environment at home and to communicate their children's interests to teachers. They highlight the need for balance between...

Send us Fan Mail In this compelling episode of the Falling for Learning Podcast, our insightful host T.D. Flenaugh engages in a transformative conversation with Latoya Nichole Stewart, a conscious parent coach and author of Putting Down the Belt. Together, they delve into the profound shift from corporal punishment to thoughtful parenting centered on love and consequences. Latoya Nichole shares he...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh revisits an interview with Mark Bielang, a superintendent from Portage Public Schools in Michigan, discussing his journey from trades to education and his commitment to career and technical education (CTE). Bielang emphasizes the importance of CTE, noting a $100 million donation for a new CTE center. He highlights the need for a supportive culture in schools. Bielang a...

Send us Fan Mail Danielle Matthews shared her journey of resilience after a traumatic brain injury from a car accident. Despite initial struggles, including losing her teaching job and dealing with severe migraines, she found solace in practices like Yoga Nidra, which helped her manage stress and improve her mental state. Danielle emphasized the importance of emotional resilience, stress managemen...

Send us Fan Mail Lauren Moseley discusses her experience fostering dogs through Three Little Pitties, a Texas-based rescue. Visit https://www.threelittlepittiesrescue.org to learn more. Moseley shares the process of finding homes for them. She shares her personal journey of fostering a pregnant dog named Anise and the challenges and rewards of fostering.  T.D. and Lauren discuss Ms. Moseley's tran...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, April Ratchford, the host of Adulting With Autism Podcast ,  shares her personal journey with autism - as an individual, as a parent, and as an occupational therapist. She discusses the importance of understanding autism from a cultural perspective, the challenges of navigating diagnosis and advocacy, and the implications of masking in autistic individuals. A...

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Send us Fan Mail Reach out to Dave Cole on his website - https://davecolebooks.com/ T.D. Flenaugh interviewed Dave Cole, a math enthusiast since third grade, who shared his journey from loving math puzzles to a career in engineering and computer science. He emphasized the importance of making math fun and engaging for children. Cole discussed his summer math camp for elementary school kids. He als...

Send us Fan Mail Tarquinn Curry discusses the importance of prompting skills, detecting bias, and critical thinking in the age of AI. He emphasizes the need for human skills like communication and collaboration, which AI cannot replicate. Curry highlights tools like ChatGPT and Google AI Studio for educational purposes, such as creating study guides, podcasts, and visual aids. He notes that AI can...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh and Tarquinn Curry discuss the impact of AI on education and career preparation. Curry, an educator and parent, emphasizes the importance of teaching students to use AI responsibly and effectively. He shares his journey from teaching biology to robotics and film production, highlighting the practical benefits of hands-on learning. Curry introduces AI tools like ChatGPT...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Robin Harwick, founder of The Pearl Online Democratic High School, discusses her journey from a curious child to an educator, emphasizing the importance of challenging gifted students to prevent dropout rates. She highlights that 25% of gifted students drop out due to lack of challenge. The school, which started in 2020, serves over 60% BIPOC and 65% neurodivergent students, w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Falling for Learning podcast, Dr. Sheldon Greaves shares his journey of lifelong learning and the concept of guerrilla scholarship. He discusses the influence of his parents, the importance of public resources like libraries, and how curiosity can foster a love for learning. Dr. Greaves emphasizes the need for critical thinking in today's information age and...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on the Falling for Learning podcast as TD Flenaugh and Russell Van Brocklen, the dyslexic professor, delve into effective strategies for supporting students with dyslexia. Russell shares his innovative approach, emphasizing the importance of leveraging students' special interests and teaching from the specific to the general. Learn how word analysis followed by articulatio...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh and Michelle Steiner discuss overcoming learning disabilities. Michelle shares her struggles with math and social acceptance, having been diagnosed with a learning disability in kindergarten. Despite setbacks, she found support in a writing group and advocated for herself, achieving a bachelor's degree. Michelle emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis, accommodati...

Send us Fan Mail Join Myneedsnetwork.org Check out the research that fueled this project in the J ournal of Participatory Research Methods : Fafard, M., Lukens-Bull, K., Pinard, M., & Bautista, M. (2025). My Needs Network: How a Community-Based Participatory Research Process Morphed Into a Sustainable Community-Driven Networking Platform.  Journal of Participatory Research Methods ,  6 (2), 1–...

Send us Fan Mail Work with Core Methods! Go to https://www.thebehaviorbootcamp.com for more information about Behavior Boot Camp or Dr. Bilodeau's book Ease the Pain in the Classroom T.D. Flenaugh and Dr. Bethany Bilodeau discuss strategies for addressing trauma and violent behavior in children. Dr. Bilodeau, an expert in behavioral support, emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressin...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh and Lauren Moseley discuss strategies for making math enjoyable and ensuring children are on track for success. They emphasize the importance of fostering a positive math mindset, suggesting various activities like counting collections and using real-life examples to teach math concepts. They highlight the shift from rote learning to understanding math processes and th...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh and Lauren Moseley discuss the importance of service learning and restorative justice in education. They highlight a Netflix documentary about inmates in a Missouri prison who learn to quilt and make weighted vests for children with autism, emphasizing the transformative power of giving back. They relate this to service learning projects in schools, where students enga...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh celebrates the premiere of Season 3 of Falling for Learning Podcast, reflecting on her journey as a solo podcaster and the importance of consistency over perfectionism. Despite a busy schedule, she emphasizes the need for rest and self-care. TD announces the addition of a third guest and a seasoned educator, Lauren Moseley, to enrich discussions. She also shares person...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, a young reader shares her personal story time with books, while expert Lauren Moseley provides insights on literacy development. Discover practical tips and strategies to promote reading in kids and encourage lifelong learning. Tune in for fun stories and helpful advice! As an Amazon Associate, I receive a commission for any links you use to buy products recommend...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh and Lauren Moseley discuss the importance of fostering a love of reading in children. They share personal anecdotes about their favorite childhood books, such as "Cat in the Hat" by Dr. Seuss and "I Can Read" books. They emphasize the value of making reading fun and relatable, suggesting libraries and bookstores as affordable resources. TD recalls the impact of Judy Bl...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh discusses five skills to help children avoid summer learning burnout while gaining a competitive advantage. First, she emphasizes teaching children to tie their shoes, using scaffolding techniques. Second, she suggests baking or cooking to develop life skills like measurement and sequencing. Third, she advises on organizing, starting with small tasks like packing a lun...

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