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Balancing Tech and Human Values in Education
Can one decision shape the course of your life and career? Join us as we sit down with Efraim Lerner, an extraordinary visionary who has navigated the dynamic worlds of education and technology. From his formative years in...

Revolutionizing a Writer’s Journey: Storytelling, Business Skills, and Personal Growth
Ever wondered how the convergence of storytelling and business skills can revolutionize a writer's journey? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Caleb Renich, a NorthStar Academy alumnus and current student at the...

Transforming Education with AI: A Conversation with Merissa Sadler-Holder
What if the future of education could be transformed by the power of AI? Join us as we sit down with Merissa Sadler-Holder, the recipient of ASU+GSV’s 2024 Leading Woman in AI title and visionary founder of Teaching with...

Putting Our Feet Under Tables Together
We sat down with Justin Ardrey this week to talk all things marketing and communications. Justin is a Swiss Army knife of design and creative strategy with a background in marketing, communication, videography, and project...

Dr. Curt Thompson: Let’s Start With Laughter
Psychiatrist, speaker, and author Curt Thompson has a heart for people, and that shines through in this week's episode! Join us as we cover many topics, from laughter to relationships, to simply being known. Hear practical...

Peace Child: Steve Richardson’s Story
Steve Richardson was raised in Indonesia, where his parents planted churches in a jungle tribe. He witnessed the impact of the gospel on their war-like society, a story documented in his father’s missionary classic, Peace...

Raising Arrows: Simplifying Family Life with Amy Roberts
We loved this conversation with Amy Roberts, a large family homeschool mom and homemaker! Amy offers encouragement and resources via her popular blog, podcast, and YouTube channel, Raising Arrows! If you are looking for...

Your Next Step: Navigating the College Admission Season
The college admission season in a student's life can be full of anxiety. Join us today as Kristi Steele talks through what the process looks like and how to ease the confusion and tension surrounding the best next step....

Advice for Educators and School Leaders
We are excited to have Jennifer Thompson on the show today. From basketball coach to teacher to head of school, Jennifer has almost 25 years of experience in education. Listen as Jennifer shares advice for teachers and...

A Literacy Lifeline: Bridging the Gap with Dr. Molly Ness
“The estimates are that about 32 million American children lack access to books.” Join us today for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Molly Ness. Molly is a former classroom teacher, a reading researcher, and a teacher...