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Public School PodcastThe Special Ed Help DeskIn this episode of the Public School Podcast, Sara Hornick and Bobbi Schaefbauer sit down with Amanda Christensen, a special education program specialist who proudly describes herself as the district’s special ed help desk. Amanda shares her journey from Walmart management to education, how she found her purpose working with students, and why humor and humanity matter in some of the hardest conversations families face. The conversation explores early intervention, mental health, workforce development, IEP meetings, and the deep heart behind special education. Honest, funny, and deeply human, this episode shines a light on the people who never truly cl...
2026-02-1135 min
Talent InsightsMom on Trial: The Case for Quitting Corporate Life - The Balancing ActSarah Sheridan sat down with Amanda Hausmann, a former attorney who hit her limit juggling work and motherhood — and turned her burnout into a business that helps other moms do less. They talk about the meltdown that changed everything, the app she built to connect overwhelmed parents with practical support, and the everyday tools that helped her stop reacting and start living. Whether you're scaling a business, a household, or both — this one's for you.
2025-11-1425 min
Circle of FellowsCircle of Fellows #100: Insights and Advice from IABC FellowsIt’s hard to believe, but this is the 100th “Circle of Fellows.” To celebrate, we opted to try something new. (Don’t worry, we’ll return to our panel discussion format in March.) We asked our Fellows to contribute their best insights and/or advice in a short video or as text. We got more than we could fit in a single episode! The first batch are in this 100th episode, with the rest set for debut in episode 101, scheduled for February 15 at noon ET.
Sharing their thoughts in this episode are Priya Bates, Lee Hornick, Jennifer W...
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Culture of ReadersEpisode #15: The Gold Mine With Great BooksStudents discuss the plot line of Red Dog by Bill Wallace and the life and history of author Bill Wallace.
2020-02-2603 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #14: Torpedoed Into a Good BookIn this latest episode, students talk about the book Lifeboat 12 by Susan Hood. Students dive in to analyze the emotional and physical struggles individuals went through and how this book has impacted connections they make about WWII.
2020-02-2508 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #13: Why Historical Fiction is Still RelevantStudents share out why Number the Stars by Lois Lowry is still relevant today.
2020-02-2405 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #12: Cultura De Las LectorasStudents in Iowa share out their thoughts after reading Searching for Lottie by Susan Ross.
2020-02-2405 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #11: Insignificant Ways to Pick Up A BookStudents in Iowa are thinking about warmer weather in Arizona after their inspirational read of Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti Bowling. Tune in to hear them discuss the book and how her environment impacts her plot lines.
2020-02-2105 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #10: A Little PodcastIn this episode, girls take listeners on a blast from the past discussing the book The Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Is classic literature still relevant in today's schools? Tune in to find out their perspective!
2020-02-2106 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #9: Finding a Great Book to Fill Your Reading HolesStudents dig into the plot of Holes by Louis Sachar and how Stanley developed as a character. Watch out for yellow spotted lizzards and nail polish with a bite!
2020-02-2103 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #8: Be The Star in a Sky Full of CloudsWhy fit in when you were born to stand out? Girls in Iowa share out their thoughts and opinions after reading Jerry Spinelli's book Star Girl.
2020-02-2105 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #7: Dig Into A Good BookBoys in Iowa share insights after reading the book Holes by Louis Sacher. Flashbacks, digging holes and championing for the little guy it's all inside this podcast episode.
2020-02-2106 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #6: Susan's Library of LegendsBoys in Iowa break down the difficult journey Ken Sparks faced when attempting to survive in Lifeboat 12 after being torpedoed by a German U-Boat during the terrible times of WWII. Students also discuss how Susan Hood was inspired to write this story after discovering a telegram of a family member going through a smiliar tragedy.
2020-02-2009 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #5: Where the Reading GrowsBoys in Iowa dive in and discuss the novel Where the Red Fern Grows and how life experiences impacted the writing of Wilson Rawls.
2020-02-2005 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #4: 5 Minutes in Iowa on 24 Hours in NowhereStudent in Iowa discuss the fast paced novel 24 Hours in Nowhere by Dusti Bowling and how Dusti uses her own life experiences and those that she is close to when writing.
2020-02-2004 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #3: The Key to Classic ReadingA group of 6th grade girls dig deep into the secrets behind Frances Hodgson Burnett's mysterious tale The Secret Garden and analzye her impact on middle grade literature for today's reader. Tune in to hear students debate which strong female author they think Frances would most likely rally behind.
2020-02-2009 minCulture of ReadersEpisode #2: The Benefits of Being A ReaderIn this podcast, a group of 6th graders discuss the amazing author Ann Braden and how she strives to make a difference in the community not only through her writing, but through the organizations she has helped establish.
2020-02-1904 minCulture of ReadersEpisode 1: Have You Been Tom Sawyered?Boys from Iowa discuss the relevance of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain for today's youth and the impact this novel has had on children's literature.
2020-02-1909 min
Hopewell ReadersEpisode #9 - RestartIn the latest episode, 6th grade students dive into Gordon Korman's life and their big take-aways from his novel Restart. We ask our listeners would you forgive and forget Chase's past?
2019-02-2206 minHopewell ReadersEpisode #10 Ghost by Jason ReynoldsCan Ghost outrun his past? Click on this latest episode to learn about Ghost, the main character of Jason Reynolds' first Track Series book and to get insight into the life of author Jason Reynolds.
2019-02-2204 minHopewell ReadersEpisode #12 Crash by Jerry SpinelliTune into Episode #12 a boy led episode to learn about Jerry Spinelli's life and major take aways from his book Crash!
2019-02-2205 minHopewell ReadersEpisode #7 Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti BowlingDuring this episode, this group of 6th graders discuss why Dusti Bowling wrote her book, favorite quotes and big take aways that will leave listeners wanting to run out and pick up all of Dusti's great reads!
2019-02-2205 minHopewell ReadersEpisode #13 Powerless by Matthew CodyIn this episode, 6th students explain how Matthew Cody is an author every reader should experience and how his own life has impacted his writing.
2019-02-2105 minHopewell ReadersEpisode #11 Finding Perfect by Elly SwartzIn this podcast, students share out their research on Elly Swartz and how she develops relatable characters for her readers. Also, in this podcast you'll find out about her newest novel to be released in the fall of 2019 "Give and Take".
2019-02-2007 minHopewell ReadersEpisode #4 The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson BurnettTune in to hear a girl power podcast where 6th grade students dive into the life experiences of Frances Hodgson Burnett and how they shaped her characters, as well as her continued impact on the writing world.
2019-02-2013 minHopewell ReadersEpisode #8 The Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti BowlingTune in to hear 6th grade students talk about how Dusti Bowling's life events and those of her family have impacted her writing and characters. Plus, learn about her new sequel!
2019-02-2005 minHopewell ReadersEpisode #5 A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson BurnettTune into 6th graders as they discuss the novel A Little Princess and the impact Frances Hodgson Burnett had on the writing community.
2019-02-1910 minHopewell ReadersEpisode #2 - The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle - AviLatest episode of Hopewell Readers
2019-02-1911 min2019-02-1908 minHopewell ReadersEpisode #1 The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark TwainTune in to hear 6th graders discuss the legacy of Mark Twain, how he impacted writers today and his influence on a Culture of Readers.
2019-02-1906 min