Strive SWO

Leading Inspired Learning

An inspiring space for cosy conversations about all things Early Childhood Education and Care. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!

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Strive SWO

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Education

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striveswo.ca

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Ep: 20 - On Radical Inclusivity with Abbey Buist 08.11.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Liz is joined by Abbey Buist, RECE, Master of Arts student at The University of Toronto Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, to dive into radical inclusivity. Abbey shares what led her to choose this as a field of study and breaks down some of the most essential components of radical inclusivity, highlighting her own d...

Minisode: 11 - November 2023 Professional Learning Update 01.11.2023

In this minisode, join Kayla, Strive Professional Learning Lead, as she outlines the upcoming professional learning events for November 2023. Check out all of our current events: striveswo.ca/our-events/

Ep: 19 - Reflections on a Changing Workforce with Hannah Carr 25.10.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Ally is joined by Hannah Carr, RECE, a recent Early Childhood Education graduate to discuss the impact of her education journey. Together, they reflect on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and generation shifts on the ECEC workforce. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!

Ep: 18 - The Impact of Swag with Kathy Harris and Sheryl Third 11.10.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Ally is joined by Kathy Harris, RECE, and Sheryl Third, MA, RECE, to discuss the various impacts of stuff we all get, better known as SWAG. If you are joining us at the Courage to Care on November 17, hearing we will not be giving out swag at this event may cause some mixed emotions. Kathy, Sheryl, and Ally dig into the reaso...

Minisode: 10 - October 2023 Professional Learning Update 02.10.2023

In this minisode, join Kayla, Strive Professional Learning Lead, as she outlines the upcoming professional learning events for October 2023. Check out all of our current events: striveswo.ca/our-events/

Ep: 17 - Cosy Cottage Conversations with Cindy Green and Diane Kashin 27.09.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Ally is joined by Cindy Green, RECE, Professional Learning Consultant, and Diane Kashin, EdD, RECE, at Diane’s cottage for thoughtful conversations about the intertwining nature of mentoring and professional friendship, engagement, listening, and having our voices really heard. Joining in is Sheri Spriggs, RECE, Lauren Goosse...

Ep: 16 - Thinking Resourcefully with Hadil Alshaghnoubi and Sara D'Alessandro 13.09.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Ally is joined by our ECE Professional Resource Centre Specialists, Hadil Alshaghnoubi, RECE and Sara D’Alessandro, RECE to chat about their work. Together, they highlight the community research that informed the physical and digital redesign of the Resource Centre and share their aspirations for future use. Listen, learn, re...

Minisode: 09 - September 2023 Professional Learning Update 01.09.2023

In this minisode, join Kayla, Strive Professional Learning Lead, as she outlines the upcoming professional learning events for September 2023. Check out all of our current events: striveswo.ca/our-events/

Ep: 15 - School Age Possibilities with Kale Cabrera 30.08.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Kayla is joined by Kale Cabrera, school age educator, to dive into caring for school age children. Kale discusses the unique opportunities and challenges that come with school age programs while sharing strategies for supporting play across a wide age range. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!

Ep: 14 - Reflecting on our Journeys with Jenn and Liz 16.08.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Amy and Olivia, Strive’s former Early Childhood Leadership (ECL) interns, are joined by Jenn and Liz, Strive’s current ECL Interns, to dig into their internship opportunities. Together, they reflect on meaningful learning moments, the value of a caring and accountable community, and the joy of professionally pursuing your pas...

Ep: 13 - Reimagining Space with Kathy Harris 08.08.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Ally is joined by Kathy Harris, RECE, to discuss the atelier space at London Bridge’s Huron Heights Early Childhood Learning Centre location. Kathy dives into the thoughtful, imaginative design of this space, explaining the dreams and pedagogical foundations that inspired it. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!

Minisode: 08 - August 2023 Professional Learning Update 01.08.2023

In this minisode, join Bre, Strive Project Associate, for a special (and fun) update for August 2023.

Minisode: 07 - Educator Spotlight with Ebonee 21.07.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this minisode, Ally is joined by Ebonee, an RECE who works in London, to hear her story. Together, they discuss the importance of family diversity and reproductive rights. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!

Ep: 11 - Caring for Community with Shel Secrett 12.07.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Bre is joined by Shel Secrett, RECE, to talk about visibility and community. Shel shares stories of both her personal and professional life, as well as some Canadian 2SLBGTQIA+ history, to demonstrate the importance of living, loving, and caring in community. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!

Ep: 10 - Defining Your Worthiness with Darci Lang 05.07.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Meaghan is joined by Darci Lang, Motivational Speaker and Author of four titles within her "Focus on the 90%" series. Together, they deconstruct understandings of worthiness and spotlight the resiliency derived from our work in the early years. Listen, LAUGH, learn, reflect, enjoy!

Minisode: 05 - July 2023 Professional Learning Update 04.07.2023

In this minisode, join Kayla, Strive Professional Learning Lead, as she outlines the upcoming professional learning events for July 2023. Check out all of our current events: striveswo.ca/our-events/

Ep: 09 - Role Modelling & Change-making with Liam Sands 21.06.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Liz is joined by Liam Sands, RECE. Liam shares stories of his experience as an Indigenous educator, reflecting on the importance of modelling joy & care that transcends gender, culture, and race. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!

Ep: 08 - Making Sense of Mentorship with Haille Ifabumuyi and Kayla Bartlett 07.06.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Ally is joined by Haille Ifabumuyi, RECE and Kayla Bartlett, RECE, Community Animators and newest members of the Strive team. Together, they delve into the conceptions of mentorship and highlight their plan to support our community in this work. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!

Minisode: 04 - June 2023 Professional Learning Update 29.05.2023

In this minisode, join Meaghan, Strive Professional Learning Lead, as she outlines the upcoming professional learning events for June 2023. Check out all of our current events: striveswo.ca/our-events/

Ep: 07 - Practicing Mindfulness with Mike Masse 24.05.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Olivia is joined by Mike Masse, also known as Mindful Mike, for lots of laugh, story sharing, and reflection on mindfulness practice. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!

Ep: 06 - Creating a Culture of Relationships with Lauren Goossens 10.05.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Ally is joined by Lauren Goossens, RECE, to dive into all things relationships. Together, they discuss the importance of cultivating positive connections with children, colleagues, and families. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!

Minisode: 03 - May 2023 Professional Learning Update 01.05.2023

In this minisode, join Meaghan, Strive Professional Learning Lead, as she outlines the upcoming professional learning events for May 2023. Check out all of our current events: striveswo.ca/our-events/

Ep: 05 - Wonder & Awe with Sheryl Third, RECE, MA 26.04.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Ally is joined by Sheryl Third, RECE, MA, to discuss how we can come back to ourselves and our why through wonder and awe. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy!

Ep: 04 - The Power of Connection with Sue Bechard and Kirsti Cheese 12.04.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Ally is joined by Sue Bechard RECE, Family Resource Support and Community Connector, and Kirsti Cheese, Community Connector System Coordinator, to discuss the family-centered service system and the power of connection. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy! Links: https://linktr.ee/leadinginspiredlearningpod

Ep: 03 - Gender Justice in ECE with Danielle Pusateri 29.03.2023

Welcome to Leading Inspired Learning: A Strive Podcast! In this episode, Bre is joined by Danielle Pusateri, full-time ECE Professor at Humber College and Doctoral Candidate at Northeastern University, to discuss gender justice in early childhood education. Listen, learn, reflect, enjoy! Links: https://linktr.ee/leadinginspiredlearningpod

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