Shows
Brighter TogetherUnlocking Student Success: Inside Calvin Christian’s MTSS & Personal Curriculum Model - Abrianne CastanedaWhat happens when a Christian high school decides that compliance isn’t enough? In this episode, Abrianne Castaneda, Educational Support Service Director at Calvin Christian High School, shares how her team is leveraging MTSS and personal curricula to empower every student’s journey. From removing academic roadblocks to customizing graduation plans, you’ll hear what’s possible when schools put strategy and heart into student support. A must-listen for school leaders, SPED directors, and anyone seeking smarter ways to serve diverse learners.
2026-01-0617 min
Nothing to Prove Only to ShareDani Erin: She's Back!Season 4 kicks off imperfectly.. which feels exactly right.Dani Erin is back! This episode is actually our second time recording for this season (shoutout to tech difficulties), and I cut a good chunk of the beginning because… it was mostly nonsense. We talk about bringing in a new drummer, slowly building a group that feels like family, and what it means to keep showing up even when things don’t go as planned. We get into background vocals and our relationship to each other, our ongoing creative work together, and how preparation and groun...
2026-01-0645 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareJackie Rae Daniels: Sincerity & SongwritingIn this episode I sit down with the incredibly talented Jackie Rae Daniels— folk singer, songwriter, fiddler, yogaer, traveler, and homebody ;) We share gratitude for the Minneapolis music scene and what makes it so special: the sincerity and support of the artists who truly show up. Jackie also shares about her creative process and the work behind her latest album, Stay Awhile. Jackie played a song for us after our conversation, check it out on our YouTube!Jackie Rae Daniels: www.jackieraedanielsmusic.com N2P: www.linktr.ee/nothingtoprovepod
2025-05-1033 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareLars E. Larson: Hearing Around CornersLars E. Larson, a drummer and piano rebuilder, came by to laugh and joke and share his wisdom on entrepreneurship, being fearless and terrified at the same time, getting tips at the gig (the tip jar boogie) AND he let me read about his big three on the Co-Star app (Aries, Aries, Leo)!! (He’s such an Aries)Lars plays with a bunch of groups in town, be sure to check him out!!Lars E. Larson: www.instagram.com/le_larson and www.instagram.com/larson_piano_rebuilding...
2025-04-2548 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareMaddi Waldo: Tiny Little Blonde Girl in the PitMaddi Waldo, our first non-musician guest to grace the pod!! Maddi is a photographer from Northern MN. She is currently a wedding and concert photographer who made her hobby her full time job!! Listen to this episode to hear about her journey.Maddi Waldo: www.instagram.com/maddiwaldo Concert Photography: www.instagram.com/maddiwaldo_media Wedding Photography: www.instagram.com/maddiwaldophotoFilm Photography: www.instagram.com/waldosworldinfilmN2P: www.linktr.ee/nothingtoprovepod Abrianne: www.instagram.com/abriannemusicAurelio: www...
2025-04-2534 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareNathaniel Gillen: No DAW Shaming!!!A member of 7-piece funk band Bluehound and Dani Erin, Nathaniel Gillen describes himself as persistent and “always ringing the doorbell,” a helpful trait when navigating success and working towards creative goals. From selling 5-gallon water and landscaping to song-writing and producing music, Nathaniel shares his thoughts on life as an artist! This episode includes topics such as balancing work/life/music as it pertains to one’s growth as a human, geeking over DAWs, using music therapeutically, and more about Nathaniel’s musical journey. Nathaniel Gillen: https://l...
2025-04-1151 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareClare Doyle: A True Ass HangAbrianne and Clare Doyle geek about Opera and vocal techniques, taking care of your instrument, and Connection! Joy! Humor! And Community!Clare had some great takes on success, discusses her new EP (linked below) and shared what she does to get out of a creative funk. It was a ‘true ass hang’ ;) - hope you enjoy this listen!Clare Doyle: www.claredoyle.comMusic Links: https://linktr.ee/claredoylemusic?utm_source=linktree_profile_share
2025-01-1055 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareJeff Bailey: Be Fearless, Be HumblePerforming artist, teacher, and composer Jeff Bailey talks with us about his music journey; choosing an instrument, studying, and becoming a hired collaborator. He discusses the ways the industry has changed throughout his career, drops upwards of 40 names (I counted) and shares his thoughts on celebrating the success of others. Jeff Bailey: www.instagram.com/jlowebaileyN2P: www.linktr.ee/nothingtoprovepod Abrianne: www.instagram.com/abriannemusicAurelio: www.instagram.com/aroolio.isaacRichard: www.instagram.com/richardmedek
2024-09-231h 00Nothing to Prove Only to ShareNick Salisbury: Politely PersistentThis week’s guest is local bassist, Nick Salisbury! Nick hung out with us (Abrianne, Aurelio, Richard (mic’d this time!) and dog Max), and we talked about showing up, being politely persistent and doing work without the promise of a reward. The records we mentioned in this episode that I promised I’d tag in the episode notes are:Firefly by Ashleigh Still & Nick SalisburyThen There Were Two by Then There Were TwoN2P: www.linktr.ee/nothingtoprovepod Abrianne: www.instagram.com/abri...
2024-07-1258 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareLucia Sarmiento: We Really Like Music!Lucia Sarmiento is the first guest of season 3!!!! We (Abrianne, Aurelio, and Richard (not micd sorry)) heard from Lucia about turning a passion into a job, the fears that come with pursing a creative career, and how a walk she took in NY with no real destination in mind landed her a gig touring with Pit Bull! We also obviously talked about Bob Delage and discussed our favorite RHCP songs. Enjoy! We’re so happy to be back
2024-06-2749 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareAutumn Vagle and Kate Malanaphy: Van SaladAutumn Vagle and Kate Malanaphy from Keep for Cheap are our last guests of Season 2!!! Ending our second batch of episodes with this fun and light conversation felt so right. We talked about how Keep for Cheap started, their newest single ‘Lakehouse’ and learned some helpful tips for eating healthy on the road (van salad)!Keep for Cheap: https://linktr.ee/keepforcheapAutumn Vagle: www.instagram.com/autumnvagleKate Malanaphy: www.instagram.com/kate.malanaphyN2P: www.linktr.ee/nothingtoprovepod
2024-03-0742 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareCassandra Johnson: Fostering AuthenticitySinger, songwriter, guitarist and teacher, Cassandra Johnson, joins us this week to talk about staying authentic on social media, building a community online, and being nice to your younger self
2024-02-2951 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareAlex Rossi: Do Whatever You WantFun episode this week with Alex Rossi! In between construction sounds from outside our building and commentating on wasps flying around the studio, we talked about doing whatever! the hell! we want! and just lovinnn music! Alex Rossi is such a fun, easy hang. Listen to this episode and check out his music! (While we were at the studio, Alex played a tune for us that you can find on our YouTube channel.. while you’re there please subscribe
2024-02-2550 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareRichard Medek: "The Whittler"N2P takes place in a new location this week! We’re at Richard Medek’s studio, hanging out with him and his dog Max:) Richard is a local drummer, engineer, and producer. He shared stories and gave advice on taking risks when pursuing the life you want. Richard Medek: www.richardmedek.comN2P: www.linktr.ee/nothingtoprovepod
2024-02-151h 01Nothing to Prove Only to ShareMaddie Thies: I Always Have Energy for MusicBusy busy bass player Maddie Thies is our guest this week. Between so many giggles, Maddie, Abrianne and Aurelio talk about making music with the right people, being committed, and doing what feels gooood :)Maddie Thies: www.linktr.ee/bassheaviiN2P: www.linktr.ee/nothingtoprovepod
2024-02-0840 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareJake Baldwin: You Can Find a WayListen to this week’s episode for some encouraging words from local trumpet player, Jake Baldwin. Abrianne and Jake talk about friendly competition, honest feedback, being authentic, and ~finding a way~ !!Jake Baldwin: www.linktr.ee/JakebjazzN2P: www.linktree.com/nothingtoprovepod
2024-02-0127 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareAdam Meckler: Saying No Is a SkillAdam Meckler is a trumpet player, composer, songwriter, educator, and entrepreneur. In this weeks episode Abrianne and Adam talk about the business side of being a freelance musician, saying no, the ~gig triangle~, and learn that they share a birthday! Connect with Adam and check out his work at the links below!
2024-01-2547 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareTaylor James Donskey: Celebrating the StifleThis week on N2P Aurelio and Abrianne chat with Taylor James Donskey (singer/songwriter and curator of the Twin Cities Songwriter Rounds!) about his newest record ‘Joy Ride’, getting the ick, Weird Al trivia, chocolate making, and more!!TJD: www.instagram.com/taylorjamesdonskeyTC Songwriter Rounds: www.instagram.com/twincitiessongwriterroundsN2P: www.linktree.com/nothingtoprovepod
2024-01-1837 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareIrene: To Learn is to ChangeOur first out-of-town guest, Irene, is on this week! Irene is a singer/songwriter/rockstar(!!!) from Illinois. She fronts her band Irene’s Entropy while doing a million other cool things like running The Identity Project and being an aerospace engineer. In this episode Irene gives us some background about her childhood, her relationship with music, and how she uses music as a tool to heal and empower herself and others. In this episode Irene shares the story of how she met our mutual friends Jake and Brody from Woodzen, we talk about using song...
2024-01-111h 02Nothing to Prove Only to ShareJason McGlone: Just Make Stuff!Jason McGlone is a Minneapolis musician, producer, mixer, and recordist. He shares stories from his career in music, lessons learned the hard way, and his take on pursuing a career in a creative field. Listen to this fun, encouraging (!!!), and positive conversation between Abrianne, Aurelio, and Jason!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonemcglone/
2024-01-0437 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareEmmy Woods: Ghost Stories + A Brand New Song!This week’s guest is Emmy Woods! Emmy shares a brand new song for the first time EVER and discusses her creative process, definition of success, and upcoming shows!https://linktr.ee/emmywoods_musicwww.instagram.com/emmywoods_music
2023-11-2333 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareDylan Hicks: The Scuttle Attic Isn't A Literal Place...Abrianne meets with Dylan Hicks this week. In this episode they discuss ‘The Scuttle Attic Story’, performance, storytelling, and the writing process behind Dylan's song, 'Instead of This'.https://linktr.ee/dylanhickswww.instagram.com/thedylanhicks
2023-11-231h 07Nothing to Prove Only to ShareGreg Volker: Minnesota to California Back to MinnesotaGreg Volker is on the pod this week, talking about why he decided to pursue a music career in Minnesota instead of California and why he doesn't romanticize his creative process or the word "success"https://linktr.ee/gregvolkerwww.instagram.com/gregvolkermusicwww.instagram.com/gregvolkerarts
2023-11-2348 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareMax Greene: Season FinaleMax Greene is on the pod this week to talk about his band, The Only, working in production, and music education. Check out his music and social media at the links below:www.instagram.com/maxgreenedrumswww.instagram.com/officialtheonlywww.instagram.com/helvigproductionswww.linktr.ee/OfficialTheOnlyMusic
2023-11-2338 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareDani Erin: Crying Happy TearsDani Erin is a local singer/songwriter who recently just made her way back into the scene after an 8 year break! www.danierinmusic.comwww.instagram.com/danierinmusic
2023-11-2345 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareNatalie Fideler: Rozzi Crane Fan ClubIn this weeks episode Abrianne and Natalie Fideler geek out over their shared love for singer/songwriter, Rozzi Crane. Between Rozzi lore and a handful of fangirl moments, they discuss their angsty teen years, Disney Channel, The Naked Brothers Band, Natalie’s most recent music releases and more!https://linktr.ee/nataliefidelerwww.instagram.com/nataliefidelermusic
2023-11-2352 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareZaq Baker: Solar Baby Release + Joint Birthday Party PlansAbrianne and Zaq chat about new EP release, Solarbaby, creative process and Zaq’s never-ending list of projects and ideas. (Can anyone connect him with a publisher?)www.instagram.com/zaqbaker
2023-11-2246 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareJake Johnson + Bob Delage: Podvoyage!Abrianne interviews friends Jake Johnson and Bob Delage from the band Woodzen! They discuss their current projects, creative process, and what success means to them.https://linktr.ee/woodzenwww.instagram.com/jakerwjohnsonwww.instagram.com/bigbassbobwww.instagram.com/woodzen_mn
2023-11-2223 minNothing to Prove Only to ShareSammie Jean: HealSat down with Sammie Jean to discuss songwriting, inspiration, and healing.Sammie Jean linktree: linktr.ee/sammiejeancohenN2P linktree: linktr.ee/nothingtoprovepod
2023-07-2236 min
Education TodayAttending an HBCUIn this episode, Abrianne Joseph returns to tell us about her experience attending an HBCU (Historically Black College or University) as an undergraduate student.
Abrianne graduated from Howard University in 2019. She currently lives in the Tampa Bay area.
You can email questions or comments on the show to: edtodaypodcast@gmail.com
Check out my blog: medium.com/@sohkor
Find me on Instagram: @sohkor_writes
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sohkorwrites
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sohkor
Help keep us on the air:
Venmo: @sohkor-solanke
Paypal: @sohkorsolanke
Cashapp: $ssolanke
---
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com...
2023-06-2022 min
Education TodaySharing Your Faith on a Public High School CampusOn this week's show, I spoke to Abrianne Joseph about her experience leading a Christian club while attending a public high school. We also discussed how she began to question some aspects of her faith as she advanced from high school to a college campus.
Abrianne is a graduate of Howard University in Washington DC.
I sponsored a Christian club on the campus of a public high school for ten years. I wrote about my experiences here: https://medium.com/@Sohkor/legacy-ten-years-of-student-led-ministry-in-a-public-high-school-69bd1fdb942d
You can email questions or comments on the show...
2023-03-0616 min
"Show Up And Live" the PodcastJust Roll With ItSend us a textLife can be unpredictable and at times its hard to adapt with things constantly changing, but rest assure God has a plan! Join Lady T and Admin Bree with special guest Abrianne Peters as they discuss the topic of "Just Roll With It"
2021-10-0931 min
HEAL by Dr. Sarah MarshallOur Body's Wisdom Giving Birth: Natural Childbirth, Healthy Parenting and Trusting Your Intuition with Dr. Abrianne Goss, NDWelcome to HEAL. On today's episode, Dr. Abrianne Goss shares with us about natural childbirth, healthy parenting and the power of trusting your intuition and body's wisdom in birthing life. For more, including references and a full transcript, visit SarahMarshallND.com.
2020-07-3050 min