Inclusion School Podcast

Join Simone & Julie this week as they talk with Hannah and Kelty, twin Moms, and founders of the Upbringing Community. They discuss how they are growing up alongside their kids as they practice respectful parenting and empower others to do the same. They discuss priorities like discussing privilege, building self awareness, and pressures to socialize children. Listen to the entire episode at www.i...

Award winning STEM Principal, with 25 years of experience in education, Medria Blue-Ellis joins the Inclusion School Podcast. She talks with Simone and Julie about how we can go about creating equity in schools. She also shines a light on how parents can become advocates for change. Connect with Medria   Visit www.inclusionschool.com  for more episodes and resources. To submit questions or suggest...

Mom and Advocate, Alisha Hunter joins us to share a real life experience around supporting her son who came out to her via text. In this episode, Alisha shares how she was able to navigate conversations with her school and provide support for her son and family while doing so. Pick up transgender resources. Also, if you haven't checked out the episode with Dr. Jen O'Ryan, please do so for addition...

Dr. Jen O'Ryan is this week's guest on the Inclusion School Podcast. She discusses with Julie and Simone how she accidentally stumbled on a passion for diversity and inclusion, specifically supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. We discuss strategies and resources to support kids coming out. Find out the prime time for noticing changes and conversational tips to help you show up inclusively.

Journalist, Podcaster, and Mom, Anna Marie Jones joins the podcast to discuss being biracial with Julie and Simone. She shares how she became passionate about demystifying diversity. Learn more on this week's episode.

Julie and Simone discuss the upcoming season. Learn which episodes stand out to them and they reveal a big announcement. Listen in as they kick off a new season of inclusive learning for parents, caregivers, and educators. As always, reach out to the podcast at talktous@inclusionschool.com . 

Join us in this episode as Julie and Simone discuss the past season. Guess which episodes resonated with us. Hear what we're celebrating (and it's not just the end of the season). Listen to this week's bonus episode of the inclusion school podcast. We will be back in August for Season 4. Subscribe, Listen, and share this week's episode. To follow the Inclusion School Podcast, check us out on insta...

If you're joining us for the first time, we provide tools and resources for parents, educators and caregivers wanting help with tackling tough conversations with their children. The show is hosted by Inclusion Strategists, Simone E. Morris and Julie Kratz.   In this week's episode of the Inclusion School Podcast, Julie and Simone sit down with Talent Consultant Latrice Huff. Latrice talks to Julie...

Jackie Ferguson joins this week's Inclusion School Podcast. She shares how her upbringing exposed her to navigating various perspectives. She's had a myriad of experiences. She says parents can learn how to embrace inquisitivity, vulnerability and empathy. She also. shares how we should talk to children about diversity.  Subscribe, listen, share, and leave a review for the show. Reach Jackie at ht...

Mike Vaggalis,  Founder / CEO of Keepsake Tales joins the Inclusion School Podcast to share their mission to include every child in their own story. Listen as Mike tells the origin of Keepsake Tales while outlining innovative opportunities to improve children's literature. Hear about how they create inclusive children's literature. Join us for this week's episode.  Subscribe, listen, share, and le...

Children's Book Author, Kathleen Blasi joins Julie and Simone on this week's episode of Inclusion School Podcast. She talks about the power educators have in validating ideas that children have. She shares how she leverages writing workshops to empower children to share their stories. In addition, she provides tips to instill confidence and pride in kids interested in writing.  Subscribe, listen,...

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Expert and CEO of Equality Institute, Bernadette Smith, joins Inclusion School Podcast this week. She discusses how to have uncomfortable conversations with your children about privilege. We discuss how to proactively have LGBTQ conversations.  Subscribe, listen and share this week's episode.   Have questions or want to be a featured guest, email talktous@inclusion...

If you're joining us for the first time, we provide tools and resources for parents, educators and caregivers wanting help with tackling tough conversations with their children. The show is hosted by Inclusion Strategists, Simone E. Morris and Julie Kratz. In this week's episode of the Inclusion School Podcast, Julie and Simone sit down with Shuli de la Fuente-Lau, the creator behind the Instagram...

As we wrap Women's History Month, we reintroduce Story Performer Sally Perkins. Sally joined us in season two so be sure to catch the episode if you missed it. We revisit the journey to more diversity in the new administration and touch on Women's Suffrage Movement (touching on the gap for women of color). The interview also touches up education, equality, and the need to show up for local electio...

In this week's episode of the Inclusion School Podcast, Julie and Simone chat with Children's Author and Educator Vivian Kirkfield. They have an enlightening conversation on the benefits of how to use picture books to share untold stories. Hear about the friendship between Marilyn Monroe and Ella Fitzgerald. Join our discussion and follow us on Instagram. Subscribe, listen, share, and leave a revi...

Literary Advocate, Educator, and Author of Jaxon learns a lesson, Regina Smith, joins this week Inclusion School Podcast. Regina shares the impetus for empowering our children with strategies to boost their self worth. She covers the importance of resiliency as well. Subscribe, listen, share, and leave a review for the show. Reach Regina at regina.smith2011@gmail.com Reach Inclusion School at www....

In this week's episode of the Inclusion School Podcast, Julie and Simone chat with Blogger and Podcaster, Shannon Cain. They have an enlightening conversation on the benefits of teaching feminism early on. Join our discussion and follow us on Instagram. Subscribe, listen, share, and leave a review for the show. Connect with Shannon on Instagram . Reach Inclusion School at www.inclusionschool.com ....

In this week's episode, Simone and Julie discuss Black History Month. Enjoy this real talk bonus episode. Subscribe, listen, share, and leave a review for the show. Reach Inclusion School at www.inclusionschool.com . Be sure to visit our resources page.

Entrepreneur, Author and Playwright Veronica Chapman visits the Inclusion School Podcast. She talks about how affirmations from her family and college set her up for success. She is on a mission to change the world and empower children. She said parents should proactively affirm children so they can handle distractions that occur in life.  Subscribe, listen, share, and leave a review for the show....

In this week's episode of the Inclusion School Podcast, Julie and Simone sit down with Stephanie Leblanc-Godfrey, Parent, Tribe Builder, and Global Head of Inclusion Programs for Women of Color at Google, who talks about flexing motherhood skills (amongst three children) to develop empathetic children. She says parents need to let themselves off the hook. Trust that you've seeded the knowledge wit...

If you're joining us for the first time, we provide tools and resources for parents, educators and caregivers wanting help with tackling tough conversations with their children. The show is hosted by Inclusion Strategists, Simone E. Morris and Julie Kratz. In this week's episode of the Inclusion School Podcast, Julie and Simone sit down with Hermence Matsosa. She is CEO of uBuntuSpeaks, LLC a DEI...

If you're joining us for the first time, we provide tools and resources for parents, educators and caregivers wanting help with tackling tough conversations with their children. The show is hosted by Inclusion Strategists, Simone E. Morris and Julie Kratz. In this week's episode of the Inclusion School Podcast, Julie and Simone sit down with Author, Popular Blogger, and Motivational Speaker Teaira...

If you're joining us for the first time, we provide tools and resources for parents, educators, and caregivers wanting help with tackling tough conversations with their children. The show is hosted by Inclusion Strategists, Simone E. Morris and Julie Kratz. In this week's episode of the Inclusion School Podcast, Julie and Simone sit down with Allison Luthe, Executive Director, MLK Center, Indianap...

Join Simone and Julie as they kick off Season 3 with a Bonus Real Talk Episode. They discuss not ignoring the elephant in the room by discussing current happenings with your children. Be real with your children and explain where you are at in the journey. Subscribe, Listen, and share this bonus episode.      

In this episode, Julie and Simone discuss highlights from Season 2.   A few favorites: S2 Episode 1 with Liesel Mertes - Empathy Discussion Episode 3 - The Power of Names - Huda Essa Episode 12 - Rett's Syndrome and Motherhood Episode 14 - Resources to discuss racism Listen as we stroll down memory lane and hone in on the lessons we learned that we carry with us today on the inclusion journey. Sub...