"The Bulldog Educator" with Kirsten Wilson and Matthew Caston

In this episode author, scholar and public historian Paola Cavallari talks about the life and accomplishments of Raye Montague, Little Rock native and creator of the first computer-generated rough draft of a U.S. naval ship. Paola shares her research from her masters thesis, “The Raye Montague Digital Collection,” which catalogs the military and civil accomplishments of Montague and is set for pub...

In this episode co-hosts Matt and Kirsten talk about the idea of racialization in schools with author and professor Dr. Laura Chavez-Moreno. In this podcast she discusses her recent book " How Schools Make Race: Teaching Latinx Racialization in America (Race and Education)" and highlights how schools address race both indirectly and directly. She advocates for a systematic approach that equips stu...

Listen to the latest episode where co-hosts Matt and Kirsten chat with Dr. Maggie Broderick, Associate Professor and Dissertation Chair in the Department of Teacher Education at National University. In this episode we talk about AI the challenges, risks, and benefits. We also explore the need for curiosity and conversation when navigating the landscape of AI both as educators and parents. More inf...

Join co-hosts Matthew Caston and Kirsten Wilson as they chat with Marquan Jones and Daniel Satterwhite. In this episode we explore the lived experiences and influences of two black men in the K12 educational space and how the work they have done and are doing impacts black learners in our educational spaces. To connect with our guests: Email for Marquan Jones: mdjones017@gmail.com Email for Daniel...

In Episode 3 of Season 6 cohosts Kirsten Wilson and Matt Caston talk with Factors Edu co-Founder and entrepreneur, Aman Sahota. Aman shares with us ideas and concepts around AI. The importance of Constitutional AI, and how, when humans remain at the center of AI use, the future is hopeful and exciting. Information shared in the episode: Perplexity AI Contact Aman Sahota: LinkedIN X- @FactorsEdu We...

In this episode Matt and Kirsten talk with Michelle Korenfeld. Michelle Korenfeld, a visionary in creative education. With a lifelong passion for nurturing creativity in children and adults alike, Michelle has transformed her experiences as a painter, author, and educator into powerful tools for fostering innovative thinking. From her early days creating nature-inspired stories at the Museum of Ma...

Join Kirsten and Matt as they talk with returning and favorite Bulldog Educator guest, Crystal Green-Braswell. We talk about focus with adults, the need for purposeful use of AI with our teachers and students, and the issues around cell-phones in the classroom. Books mentioned by Crystal: My Grandmother's Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies by Resmaa Menak...

Join us as we continue the second part of the conversation from Episode 7 around how connection, collaboration, and being your authentic self garners strength and builds muscles to do the hard work of introspection and self-awareness. Dr. Jen Clifden and Dr. Nuhu Sims share their experiences of how they work together to guide educators through the process of demolishing unconscious biases and cari...

Join us in the first half of a great conversation around how connection, collaboration, and being your authentic self garners strength and builds muscles to do the hard work of introspection and self-awareness. Dr. Jen Clifden and Dr. Nuhu Sims share their experiences of how they work together to guide educators through the process of demolishing unconscious biases and caring deeply for oneself in...

John Broussard is an assistant-principal, educator, speaker, author, and poet. His background in education and childhood trauma gives him a powerful connection with staff and students as he partners with all stakeholders to enhance school communities and cultures. Listen in on this Episode as Matthew and Kirsten talk with John about how you can take pain and turn it into passion. Website: 3030publ...

In this episode, Matt and Kirsten take a break from our having awesome guests on TBE to catch up, share how life has been, and how both of them are facing the need to level set to ensure they are employing the true practices of self-care that ensure they and the listeners they support can sustain the important work we all do in education for kids. Other podcast mentioned hosted by Suzanne Dailey i...

Kanesha Barnes-Adams, Educator, Eduprenuer, and inspiration to us all shares how she took a tragic event in her life and turned it into an opportunity to help others dealing with trauma and misfortune with stories and "stuffies." Learn more about her journey, how she is impacting young children, educators, the community and beyond. To learn more about her story and how Bearapy non-profit...

Join co-hosts Matthew Caston and Kirsten Wilson, as we chat with Matthew Montrose, former Science teacher, and creator of the engaging educational game Ecologies. Learn about how he created the game Ecologies, how it supports learning, and other resources he provides to Science educators via the website Montrose Biology ( https://www.montrosebiology.com/ ). You can connect with Matt Montrose via I...

In this episode Matthew and Kirsten have a wonderful conversation with Dr. Cherisse Jones-Branch, Dean of the Arkansas State Graduate School, and Professor of History. We dive into her work around the work and advocacy of Black Women in Rural America, particularly in the Arkansas Delta. Join us to learn more about her work and the unknown heroes like Miss Annie. To reach Dr. Jones-Branch you can f...

Join podcast hosts Matthew Caston and Kirsten Wilson, as they walk through the rich history of the African American Jockey with The Beach Institute's Director, Rich Winbush. You can connect with Rich Winbush through the Beach Institute Website: https://www.beachinstitute.org/ Or visit him on location at 502 E Harris St Savannah, GA 31401 He can also be reached through his work or personal emai...

Join us as we have another great conversation about soul care and soul work with Dr. Jen Clifden. Dr. Clifden opened Season 4 with us and we are excited to have her back to close out Season 4. For more information about Dr. Clifden and her work: website: ⁠https://www.presentteacher.com/who-we-are⁠ X (formerly Twitter): ⁠@ClilfdenJennifer⁠ LinkedIN: ⁠Jennifer Clifden Living in Beta Mode... Books to...

Join us in this episode as we check back in with Crystal Green Braswell, Little Rock School District's Coordinator of Staff Wellness and Culture. We last connected with Crystal in the Summer of 2023 when she had just accepted the role with LRSD. Listen in as she shares her triumphs, challenges, surprises, and life lessons. You can connect with Crystal in the following ways: Instagram: @b_extre...

In this episode we chat with the amazing power couple, Lindsey and Deondra Swanigan. We talk about what it is like being married to an educator and navigating the unexpected expenses an educator takes on to support her students. You can find out more about Lindsey's business, Swan Academics via Facebook. You can connect with Deondra's business, SwanDone.com This week's LIBM segment int...

In this episode we talk with Carrots and Cake founder, Meredith DePaolo, and her Marketing Executive, Jack Newenham about the science behind their application that takes the hard out of parenting in a device rich world. They share insights, personal stories, the science behind their approach with devices, and their desire to bring families and community together. Listen to how they have made scree...

In this episode Matthew and Kirsten chat with Jeffrey Veale, Jr., leader extraordinaire with Teach For America. He shares with us his "origin story" in education, how he models maintaining his well being for his educators, and how he supports rural school leaders and educators. Plus we talk a little about cooking and dogs! Listen in! Contact Jeffrey through LInked IN or email: jeffrey.ve...

In this episode Matthew Caston and Kirsten Wilson have a deep discussion and heart tugging conversation with Tykesha Cross. She shares her journey to being an educator. We talk about life paths and how the universe will keep steering us to where we are meant to be, work-life balance, the partnership in a marriage, and finding ways to support those around us. You can find more about Tykesha Cross i...

Join co-hosts Matthew Caston and Kirsten WIlson as they chat with Autumn Ackerson, an edTech Consultant with Classroom Partners, and discuss the many hats educators wear, the sense of overwhelm that goes with implementing curriculum, instruction, and other responsibilities, and how we can better support classroom educators both with their many hats and their well-being. Classroom Partner's Lin...

Join Kirsten and Matt as they have a great conversation with Dr. Jennifer Clifden about the well-being of teachers and care-takers, how burn out happens, and the two questions to ask yourself often to get your joy back and bring you out of burnout. Connect with Dr. Jennifer Clifden through: website: https://www.presentteacher.com/who-we-are X (formerly Twitter): @ClilfdenJennifer LinkedIN: Jennife...

In this episode Matt and Kirsten record together in person at the CALS (Central Arkansas Library System) Downtown Little Rock Library and recap Season 3 and our new adventure as co-hosts and bringing content to our listeners. Find out the sound that Season 3 was brought to you by (a little Sesame Street throwback), and our ask for guests in the upcoming Season 4. Listeners please share your though...

In this episode The Bulldog Educator co-hosts, Matt and Kirsten, talk with guest Crystal Green-Braswell, educator, author, and wellness coach. She shares her experience, wisdom, and proven methods for wellness practices and how this works in the world of education. Here are some of the resources discussed in the podcast: "Thinking Fast and Slow" by Daniel Kahneman "Rest is Resistanc...