In this enlightening episode of Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper sits down with the Emmy-nominated co-creator and Showrunner of National Geographic’s #1 series, Brain Games, Jerry Kolber. Known for his creative genius behind educational shows like Netflix's Brainchild with Pharrell Williams, Jerry shares his remarkable journey and insights into the world of educational media.
Episode Highlights:
- Personal Struggles and Resilience: Jerry opens up about his personal struggles in education with focus, reading, and comprehension. Discover how he turned these challenges into a strength, leveraging his experiences to create educational content that resonates with diverse learning styles.
- Tackling Tough Topics: Dive into Jerry's innovative approach to discussing complex issues such as diversity, motivation, willpower, compassion, and the effects of bullying. Learn how his work on Brain Games and Brainchild effectively communicates these important themes to a wide range of schoolchildren.
- Who Smarted? Podcast: Get an inside look at Jerry's hit podcast, Who Smarted?, which aims to make learning fun and engaging for kids. Jerry explains the inspiration behind the podcast and its mission to build meaningful connections with children and their families.
- Mindfulness in Education: Jerry emphasizes the importance of mindfulness practices as a cornerstone for productivity and creativity. Explore how these practices can be integrated into educational settings to enhance focus, resilience, and overall well-being for both educators and students.
Tune in to this episode for a deep dive into the creative mind of Jerry Kolber and gain valuable insights on transforming educational media to better serve all types of learners. Don't miss out on this engaging discussion that promises to leave you with actionable strategies and a renewed passion for innovative education. Listen now to Aspire to Lead!
About Jerry Kolber:
Jerry Kolber is an accomplished entertainment professional known for his work as the co-creator and Showrunner of National Geographic’s #1 series, Brain Games, for which he received his Prime Time Emmy Nomination. His extensive experience includes collaborations with icons like Pharrell Williams, having created and produced Brainchild (Netflix) with Pharrell, and two upcoming documentaries. Jerry is also the co-creator and host of the world’s most popular 3x weekly kids' educational podcast, Who Smarted?, with over 15 million downloads in its first three years.
Jerry's impressive career spans across various projects, including Inked (A&E), Confessions of a Matchmaker (A&E), GE in the Wild (with Mythbusters’ Adam Savage), and the space documentary 14 Minutes from Earth (Netflix). His unique perspective and background always enhances creativity and leadership in the classroom.
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