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The BitchionaryInventing Aunt Jemima (PART 1): Nancy GreenThis season begins with a woman most of us were never taught about, though many of us grew up seeing the character she was hired to perform.Nancy Green was born enslaved in Kentucky in 1834. In 1893, at the Chicago World’s Fair, she became America’s first “living trademark,” portraying the fictional figure known as Aunt Jemima.This episode lays the foundation for a multi-part series. In this first episode weWe begin with Nancy Green’s life.We trace the industrialization of food production.We examine the birth of modern branding and trademark...
2026-02-171h 15
Residue: A True Crime PodcastTragedy On Set: The OmenIn 1976, a chilling horror film hit theaters, introducing the world to Damien, the Antichrist child. But while audiences were terrified on screen, strange and deadly events were unfolding behind the scenes. The Omen didn’t just scare moviegoers, it seemed to haunt its cast and crew in real life.Was it coincidence? Or did the dark subject matter of Satan, prophecy, and the Antichrist bring real-world consequences? In this episode, we’ll explore the chilling events, behind-the-scenes horror, and the enduring legend of The Omen curse. Sources:Cursed Films: The Omen...
2025-12-0918 min
Ghouls Podcast15. Haunted Appalachia “Haunted Appalachia” covers an entire body of folklore, ghost traditions, cryptids and superstitions that stretch across the Appalachian Mountains from southern New York to northern Alabama. Today, we’re going to discuss the Indigenous origins of many of these tales, how their stories blended with Pioneer interpretations, and where these stories stand today. And remember, if you’re in the mountains and you hear someone call your name… no you didn’t.References:Mooney, J. (1900). Myths of the Cherokee. Government Printing Office. Retrieved from https://sacred-texts.com/nam/cher/motc/index.htmWorld History Encyclopedia. (n.d.). Uʻtlûñ′tă, t...
2025-11-281h 07
Shark and AweEpisode 13 - The SHARKED Act, Part 2 - 11/14/2025The conclusion to our 2-part episode about The SHARKED Act, a dangerous bill passing through the US Senate. See the links below for opportunities to oppose this bill and help protect our sharks!Get in touch!Email: sharkandawepodcast@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharkandawepodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharkandawepodcastSHOW RESOURCES Trophic cascade: https://www.britannica.com/science/trophic-cascadeRick Scott: https://tinyurl.com/bdfca8d8University of California: https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/big-sharks-have-big-impact-and-big-problemPNAS: https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.0905620106Fiveable: https://fiveable.me/key-terms/hs-honors-biology/ecosystem-balanceCongress: https://www...
2025-11-1420 min
Beneath the Cypress and StarWage Stagnation and the Purpose of the Corporation Wage Stagnation and the Purpose of the Corporation sit at the center of today's economic and business debates, shaping how value is created and who benefits. Wage stagnation refers to a situation in which pay remains flat after adjusting for inflation, often associated with income inequality and weak real wage growth. Researchers point to multiple causes of wage stagnation in America, from automation to declining bargaining power, while policy analysts track its impact of wage stagnation on middle-class mobility and household resilience. For a clear research digest on wage patterns and trends, see...
2025-10-1726 min
Sip and Saga Society020: The Horrors of ExplorationIn this fun and fact filled episode we introduce *drum roll* Randi's Corner where Randi covers some of the horrors of Christopher Columbus. Karina discusses initial colonization endevours by Elizabeth I including the Colony of Roanoke while sipping an ice cold protein soda. Evan sips on a Stress Relief and highlights the influence of Elizabeth in colonization and the harsh realities of colonial life . Christina sips a strawberry Nutrl and provides the emotional support to help us get through the traumas of history. This episode really highlights what history can show us when it comes to understanding each other and...
2025-10-031h 20
Hikaye ZamanıTaş Devri'nin Ustası: Homo erectus’un Hayatına Yolculuk | Bilim Sohbetleri🎙Tarih öncesi çağlara yolculuk yapmaya hazır mısınız? Bu bölümde sizi yaklaşık 400.000 yıl öncesine, Homo erectus'un yaşadığı Asya'nın vahşi doğasına götürüyoruz. 🦴🔥Homo erectus’un avlanma teknikleri, ateşi nasıl kullandığı, taş alet üretimi, cinsel rekabet ve sosyal yapısı hakkında çarpıcı detaylar bu yayında sizleri bekliyor.Bu erken insan türü nasıl hayatta kaldı? Ne yedi, nerede barındı, nasıl iletişim kurdu?Aynı zamanda ateşin icadı, taş alet devrimi, ve ilkel topluluk yaşamı gibi konulara da derinlemesine dalıyoruz.📌 Bu bölümde öğrenecekle...
2025-08-2810 min
The Um, Sir PodcastGerrymanders, Pedophiles, and Salmon—Oh My!This week, Samie and Emily drag Trump’s sex-offender youth fitness pick, Gates’ Epstein baggage, and Idaho’s OBGYN exodus. Emily breaks down Texas Republicans’ mid-decade gerrymander while Newsom hints at a redistricting war. Veterans lose abortion rights, trans service members lose retirement pay, and salmon lose their last allies.Plus: South Park melts Kristi Noem’s face, the Constitution vanishes (oops?), and Emily and Samie manage to laugh through the authoritarian dumpster fire.For your further reading and viewing pleasure...ResourcesDraw Your WA: Washington State Redistricting Commission - WebsiteCity...
2025-08-201h 25
Researching the ObviousHow to Lose a Rom Com in 10 YearsHave you ever been “just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her?” Whether it’s a tale of unrequited love, enemies turned lovers, player turned monogamist, or a classic makeover montage, it’s easy to live, love, and laugh through a good rom-com. The romantic comedy film genre has been around for decades, but its roots go back much further, all the way to Ancient Greece, in fact! In this episode, Emily and Katie discuss the literary and theatrical origins of the romantic comedy, explore the first examples of this type of film, and remi...
2025-07-291h 10
Ask Christa!Ask Christa! How Can We Manage Time If We Have No Control of Time? (S2E21)SummaryIn this episode, Christa Dhimo explores the complexities of time management, emphasizing that time is a human construct and that managing time is not the same as controlling it. She discusses the importance of understanding personal perceptions of time without the pressure of control, encourages listeners to make friends with time, and offers practical tips for effective time management with a focus on what truly matters in their lives. As always, Christa also offers additional resources for the listeners to review at their leisure to go deeper into this topic.Key...
2025-06-3012 min
Read This TodayKant's Critique of Pure ReasonUnlock Kant's Critique of Pure Reason: a philosophical landmark bridging rationalism & empiricism. This work establishes metaphysics as a science, defining reason's limits to allow for faith. Explore its complex structure (Aesthetic, Analytic, Dialectic). Essential for understanding knowledge and morality. Featuring insights from Guyer & Wood.Works CitedAllison, Henry E. Kant's Transcendental Idealism: An Interpretation and Defense. Expanded ed., Yale UP, 2004.Ameriks, Karl. "1 Karl Ameriks, List of Publications BOOKS MONOGRAPHS Kant's Theory of Mind." n.p., n.d."Berkeley's Immaterialism." Philosophy Pages, n.d.Bird, Graham. The Revolutionary Kant: A Commentary on the Critique of Pure...
2025-06-1335 min
Read This TodayPlato's RepublicExplore Plato's Republic: A foundational inquiry into justice, the ideal state, and the human soul. Unpack the Allegory of the Cave, philosopher kings, and timeless questions of governance and truth.Works Cited"A Critical Analysis of Plato's Philosophy of 'Political Power'." Cogito – Multidisciplinary Research Journal, vol. XI, no. 4, Dec. 2019, pp. 19-22. Index Copernicus."A City of Guardians: Refocusing the Aim and Scope of Aristotle’s Critique of Plato’s Republic." By Alessio Santoro. Polis: The Journal for Ancient Greek and Roman Political Thought, vol. 36, no. 2, 28 June 2019, pp. 313–35. Brill.Annas, Julia. An Introduc...
2025-06-1249 min
Who Knew?Thinking About AmericaFeeling overwhelmed by the constant barrage of news andopinions? Take a breath with "Who Knew." This week, host BVans steps back from the immediate fray to contemplate America's role in an increasingly complex world. With so much noise and uncertainty, we're hitting pause on deep dives, opting instead to observe and reflect.BVans shares thoughts on the impact of tariffs and thepersistent challenges of federal governance, questioning why Washington can't seem to manage resources as effectively as state governments. He revisits the recent insightful episode on Hamas and acknowledges the difficulty of unbiased discussion in such fraught...
2025-05-0816 min
Mentaltraining im Sport – Der Podcast für deine persönliche BestleistungConfirmation Bias im Sport – der Bestätigungsfehler„Die Bestätigungsverzerrung ist die Tendenz, Informationen auf eine Weise zu suchen, zu interpretieren und sich daran zu erinnern, die die bestehenden Überzeugungen oder Meinungen bestätigt. Diese kognitive Voreingenommenheit kann dazu führen, dass Personen Informationen übersehen oder abtun, die ihren Ansichten widersprechen, was letztendlich die Entscheidungsfindung und das Urteilsvermögen beeinflusst.“ (Quelle: https://library.fiveable.me/key-terms/sports-reporting-and-production/confirmation-bias)
Wir tun alles, um Glaubenssätze wie „Ich bin gut auf dem Grün“ (Golf), „Ich habe eine schwache Rückhand“ (Tennis) und „Ich bin ein schlechter Sportler“ in Zukunft zu bestätigen. So sabotieren wir uns, unser Selbstvertrauen...
2025-02-1711 min
Antje Heimsoeth PodcastConfirmation Bias im Sport – der Bestätigungsfehler „Die Bestätigungsverzerrung ist die Tendenz, Informationen auf eine Weise zu suchen, zu interpretieren und sich daran zu erinnern, die die bestehenden Überzeugungen oder Meinungen bestätigt. Diese kognitive Voreingenommenheit kann dazu führen, dass Personen Informationen übersehen oder abtun, die ihren Ansichten widersprechen, was letztendlich die Entscheidungsfindung und das Urteilsvermögen beeinflusst." (Quelle: https://library.fiveable.me/key-terms/sports-reporting-and-production/confirmation-bias) Wir tun alles, um Glaubenssätze wie „Ich bin gut auf dem Grün" (Golf), „Ich habe eine schwache Rückhand" (Tennis) und „Ich bin ein schlechter Sportler" in Zukunft zu bestätigen. So sabotieren wir uns, unser Selbstv...
2025-02-1711 min
The World According to Jen & CarolynOh, Boycott...Send a textBoycotts! We don’t talk about them much anymore. Still, considering that the founding of our country technically started with American revolutionaries boycotting British goods, we think it’s important to discuss their history as well as where boycotts have worked and where they could work again. This is America and the one language we all speak is the dialect of the dollar. But, do boycotts actually hurt corporate revenue or is the potential or actual harm to a business’s reputation the tactic that moves the needle? All this and more with Jen & Caroly...
2025-01-221h 05
Kritiški pose(la)dek3.19.:KOLEKTIV ARHIV & Sterilni študentPodpri Posladek: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/posladek
V novembrskih gosteh tokrat ožji člani KOLEKTIVA ARHIV; mladega, komaj vzniklega kolektiva študentov (UL ALUO in UL FF), ki so se povezali pri nastajanju skupnega projekta - natančneje knjige z naslovom STERILNI ŠTUDENT. Knjiga izhaja iz skupka analognih fotografij, posnetih na zaključni zabavi Odprte akademije 2023, spremlja pa jo šest kratkih tematiziranih esejev Lana Rahneta, ki končni izdelek z namečkom ličnega oblikovanja, kreativne grafične podobe, skrbno izbranih tehnik tiska, papirja in brige za trajnost povzdigne na nivo multidisciplinarne celostne pripovedi.
2024-11-251h 46
Oddity ShopTrash TV Takes Tragic Toll: The Jenny Jones ShowWelcome To The Oddity Shop, Where The Bizarre is Always on Sale. This week, your curator Kara has a story about some trash TV that lead to a deadly outcome.Ever wonder how reality TV and talk shows have evolved over the decades, and what they say about us as a society?Join us on a nostalgic trip down memory lane as we reminisce about iconic reality TV shows like Vanderpump Rules and Real Housewives, while also educating our younger listeners on the history of talk shows dating back to the 1950s. In a...
2024-11-211h 04
Annotote TLDRGaming: The state of the video game industry and Ubisoft $UBSFYWhat's the past/present/future of the gaming industry and Ubisoft?
Some video game macro and micro:
Overview of the video game industry – its history and evolution; market size, structure, and economics; plus current state and outlook
Ubisoft $UBSFY deep dive – its current predicament; competitive advantages/disadvantages; financials; and future, including upcoming game releases and other catalysts
This podcast is AI-generated with NotebookLM, using the following sources, research, and analysis:
The Historical Evolution of the US Video Game Industry: Applying the Industrial Organization Model (UGA, Seo, 2002)
Structure and Competition in the US Home Video Game Industry (UMichigan, Williams, 2008)
Vertical Integration, Excl...
2024-10-1809 min
Heart of the Piano PodcastWhy We Need To Be Able To Talk About Race And Gender In Classical Music: a Cautionary TaleAn exploration of the challenging but crucial conversations surrounding diversity and representation in classical music education, framed through a personal cautionary experience. Drawing from recent events in the industry, topics discussed include:
– The importance of open dialogue about race and gender in music
– Challenges in representing diverse composers in educational materials
– Navigating sensitive discussions in music education
– Lessons learned from attempting to address these issues
– Broader implications for inclusivity in classical music
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This episode is also available with video on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/UXQ1gPeO9ek
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2024-10-0543 min
Secondary Science Simplified™124. Teaching AP Physics With Guest Laura PreiserIt’s the beginning of April, and with the spring air around us, it reminds me of something fresh and new, so I decided to start a new series about teaching different AP sciences. Even though in my podcast episodes, I share ideas and strategies that will benefit all classes, I get a lot of questions targeted specifically toward teaching an AP class. So, in my first episode of the series, I have guest Laura Preiser, who shares how she prepares her students for the AP exam and what changes she’s made that have positively impacted them. ...
2024-04-0154 min
Wharton Launch PadAmanda DoAmaral | FiveableAn educator builds a platform for test prep and other educational needs, putting students first. (Originally aired on Wharton Launch Pad - SiriusXM Business Radio Channel 132.)
2024-03-0526 min
Just One ATán Ho (Co-founder and COO of Fiveable, Forbes 30 Under 30) - Just One A InterviewI had the privlidge of interviewing Tán Ho, the Co-founder and COO of Fiveable. Fiveable's mission is to democratize learning across a bunch of subjects, with a specific focus on AP Tests and standardized testing. They were featured in this year's Forbes 30 Under 30 for Education list and have made great strides to accomplish their mission. In this interview, Tán and I talked about anything from cheesecake to the future of education, as ChatGPT and other generative AIs become more prevalent.
2022-12-1919 min
The VITALIZE Podcast: Venture Capital | Startups | Angel InvestingVITALIZE Throwback: Accessing Founder Resources, Executing Capital Allocation, and Building in Public, with Fiveable’s Amanda DoAmaralThis is a special episode pulled from the VITALIZE vault—back when The VITALIZE Podcast was Talking Venture! Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Amanda DoAmaral (@AmandaDoAmanda), Co-Founder of Fiveable, a social learning network for students. Since this original episode released in May 2021, Fiveable has raised a $10M Series A. Fiveable is an educational technology company that is committed to unlocking opportunities for young people through academic and social empowerment. At Fiveable they believe that students who are educated, confident, and informed will open more opportunities for their future. Fiveable aims to give equal opportunities for all students to reach th...
2022-06-0352 min
The ✨Archives✨✨Cofounder Town Hall!✨Fiveable recently had a brand-merge with Hours - a social study sessions platform. In this episode, you'll get the scoop on all the updates & changes; along with thoughts from our Fiveable co-founders (Amanda, Tán, and Calix) about the brand merge. In addition, they answered questions and be sure to listen on in as they may have answered questions you have when you heard about this news! You won't want to miss hearing all of the answers from our lovely co-founders!
2022-02-1254 min
BizTimes MKE: Milwaukee Business InsightsWeekly Debrief: Arts center planned as momentum is growing in BronzevilleLauren Anderson, Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the week's news, including a plan to develop a center for for African American art and culture at the corner of King Drive and North Avenue in Milwaukee. The site was previously the southeast region headquarters for the state Department of Natural Resources. The state listed the property for sale in October. Insider Spotlight Stories:Good Karma Brands looks to 'chart its own course' with new studios, offices at The AvenueTwin Disc faces labor challenges to meet demand as oil...
2022-02-0512 min
My AP Biology ThoughtsMarine Life on the Catalina CoastMy AP Biology Thoughts Unit 8 Ecology EPISODE TITLE: Marine Life on the Catalina CoastWelcome to My AP Biology Thoughts podcast, our names are Sofia, Addie, Gillie, and Diana, and we are your hosts for the episode called Unit 8 Ecology- Marine Life on the Catalina Coast. Today we will be discussing Marine Life on the Beautiful Catalina Coast and how it relates to the AP Biology Curriculum. We want to thank our sources for the information presented in this podcast episode today which you can find the citations and links to these sources in...
2021-12-2108 min
Startup Life Show with Ande LyonsEP 164 Empowering High School Students Through Educational Content and CommunityHigh school students need a more connected and collaborative way to study and explore their futures together.Our guest, Tán Ho, is the Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at Fiveable, a social learning company that seeks to democratize learning and empower high school students through educational content, community, and collaboration.Fiveable has carved out a large presence in the edtech space with its platform that connects students and teachers for virtual after-school help sessions via live streaming. Since 2018, the startup has provided more than 7 million high school students with Advancement Placement (AP) test p...
2021-12-171h 00
High Five To ThatE38: Mamma TiHello High Fivers!In today's episode we have the lovely Mamma Ti; an herbalist, educator and doula. She covers her journey to healing, her relationship to plants and more.Links:https://www.mammati.lovehttps://www.instagram.com/mamma_ti/https://wildcraftmedicine.com*If you have any high fiveable topics or businesses/organizations that would be great for the show, send me a message at:HighFiveToThatPod@gmailIG: @HighFiveToThatPod @HighFiveARooCheck out our adventures on IG or send us show ideas...
2021-11-0637 min
Edtech InsidersInvesting in Inspiring Edtech with Atin Batra of Twenty Seven Ventures (27V)Send a textIn this pilot episode, we interview edtech investor Atin Batra, founder and general partner at Twenty Seven Ventures, also knows as 27V, a venture firm devoted to education and the future of work. Atin talks about his journey to edtech, his interest in founders who really understand the problems, and how some of the best and most collaborative learning happens outside of traditional schools. 27 Ventures has invested in Fiveable, Edlyft, Topknot, 101Edu, Edgi, New Campus, and many other startups that are looking to transform education. We talk about several of...
2021-11-0238 min
High Five To ThatE37: Artist Sara RichardHappy Halloween High Fivers!! In today's episode, we will be taking to the lovely Lady Sara, an Eisner and Ringo Award nominated fine artist and illustrator as well as a writer of short stories. Listen in as she talks about historic tomb restoration with her mom, her art, inspirations and more.**If you have suggestions for high fiveable topics/guests, send us a message at: Email: HighFiveToThatPod@gmail.comInstagram: @HighFiveARooLinkshttps://www.sararichard.comhttps://www.patreon.com/SaraRichardhttps://www.instagram.com/the_grav...
2021-10-3152 min
Startups for GoodAmanda DoAmaral, Co-Founder & CEO of FivableAmanda DoAmaral is an educator, activist, and co-founder of Fiveable - a social learning network for students. She spent a half a decade teaching high school history in Oakland, CA, where her passion for creating equitable educational opportunities was ignited. Amanda has been a vocal advocate for inclusive history curriculum and is active within the Milwaukee tech community.Amanda joins me today to discuss how teaching differs from being a tech startup CEO. She shares what skills she pulled from teaching to help her excel in the tech ed space. Amanda also tells her founder's story. Even...
2021-10-2549 minHigh Five To ThatE36: Leigh Purtill of Leigh Purtill Ballet Company and Sweet Sorrow, A Zombie BalletHello High Fivers! Today we have special guest Leigh Purtill, artistic director of Leigh Purtill Ballet Company and choreographer of Sweet Sorrow, a Zombie Ballet. Listen in as she covers the inspiration behind the latest production as well as how her dance company strives to make ballet accessible to all. Their next performance will be streamed on October 30th and 31st; just in time for Halloween.*If you have topics, businesses/organizations that you feel are high fiveable, send me your suggestions to Instagram @HighFiveARoo or email at HighFiveToThatPod@gmail.comLinks:Sw...
2021-10-2444 minHigh Five To ThatE34: Billie's Ghostly EncountersHello High Fivers!The spooky season is upon us! Today we have my dear friend Billie as a special guest and she'll be telling three ghosty stories for you all. Grab some popcorn and enjoy.-Story contains curse words and sharp objects**If you have topics/businesses/organizations that you feel are high fiveable, please share them with me on Instagram @HighFiveARooCheck out our adventures on IG or send us show ideas at @HighFiveARoo@HighFiveToThatPod
2021-10-1142 min
EquityHere for influencer-branded mac and cheeseNatasha and Mary Ann and Alex were all aboard this week under the guidance of Chris and Grace, meaning that we were running full-strength for our roundup of this super busy week.Before we hop into the topics, you can follow the show on Twitter -- all the cool kids do! -- and keep in mind that on Mondays Equity provides a short kickoff to the week, we chat a single topic on Wednesdays, and Fridays are when we go through the full week. Make sense? Hell yeah:
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2021-10-0128 minHigh Five To ThatE32: HFR - How We MetHello High Fivers!In today's episode, we cover:-People in space-RV's for those in need-Steven Colbert Questionnaire -Cinema Therapy YouTube channel-Disney movie favorites as a kid-The story of how we met*If you have a topic or know a high fiveable business/person who should be on the podcast, let us know on Instagram @HighFiveARooHave an awesome Day!Links:https://www.howmanypeopleareinspacerightnow.com Man Delivers Donated RVs to Wildfire Victims and Now 95 Families Have a Place to Stay
2021-10-0132 minHigh Five To ThatE30 - HFR: Lumpia 2 and Disney BoundingHello High Fivers and happy first day of Fall!In today's High Five Roundup, we talk about the upcoming film Lumpia 2, Disney Bounding and more.*Special thanks to Christine for submitting the Disney Bounding topicIf you have any suggestions on high fiveable topics or businesses doing awesome things, send it to @HighFiveARoo on Instagram.Links:Lumpia 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjiRMHszDJkChristine of Minimalist Ever After on No Spend Month Challenge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAQeTitqaFsDisney Bounding: https://www.huffpost...
2021-09-2334 min
The ✨Archives✨Two Year Trade SchoolsTrade schools — also known as vocational schools or technical colleges — teach hands-on skills for specific careers like electricians, auto mechanics, carpenters, avionics technicians, and wind turbine installers. Join us this week to learn more about how choosing a trade school may be the best choice for you post high school.
2021-09-1443 min
The ✨Archives✨The Co-op College ExperienceCo-op, short for cooperative education, is a program that balances classroom theory with periods of practical, hands-on experience prior to graduation. Through the co-op program, students are able to alternate academic study with full-time employment, gaining practical experience in their field of study. Join us to hear from Alefiyah on her experience!
2021-09-0237 min
The ✨Archives✨AP Euro Tasting SessionAre you interested in learning more about the AP Euro class and exam? Join us to hear a variety of students' experiences, tips, and insight about AP European History.Recorded September 1st, 2021
2021-09-0248 min
The ✨Archives✨AP Languages Tasting EventHave you considered taking an AP language such as French, Latin, or Spanish? Come and join us to get a “taste” of life as an AP Foreign Language student! Listen to the experiences of former students, learn why you should consider taking it, and gain insightful advice on acing the class and exam!Recorded August 26th, 2021
2021-08-271h 09
The ✨Archives✨AP CSA and CSP Tasting EventAre you interested in computer science and want to learn more about the AP class or exam? Join us to hear experiences of former students, learn why you should consider taking it, and gain insightful advice on acing the class and exam!Recorded August 5th, 2021
2021-08-271h 00
The ✨Archives✨AP Physics 1 and C Tasting EventHave you ever considered taking the AP physics class or exam? Listen to the experiences of former students, learn why you should consider taking it, and gain insightful advice on acing the class and exam!Recorded August 3rd, 2021
2021-08-2652 min
The ✨Archives✨AP World History Tasting SessionGet a “taste” of life as an AP World History student! Listen to the experiences of former students, learn why you should consider taking it, and gain insightful advice on acing the class and exam!Recorded August 4th, 2021
2021-08-2633 min
The ✨Archives✨Life as a College AthleteGetting recruited to play a sport in college, at any level, can be difficult. However, colleges provide more sports scholarship opportunities for student-athletes than at any other time in our nation's history. Join us this week to learn more about what it takes to play a sport in college and how you can potentially begin the journey of recruitment.Recorded August 24th, 2021
2021-08-2640 min
DO WITDO WIT - chat with teen entrepreneur Calix founder of HoursDO WIT host Sarah Hernholm, founder of WIT - Whatever It Takes, chats with teen entrepreneur Calix about how he started Hours and the journey of it being acquired by Fiveable. Calix also talks about the experience of hiring friends and dealing with things not working out.
2021-08-2642 min
The ✨Archives✨Self StudyingAre you considering or preparing to self study one or multiple AP courses? Unsure of where to start, or just seeking general advice for how to stay motivated and earn that 5 on a course you're self-studying for? Join us to get a "taste" of the self-studying experience!Recorded August 19th, 2021
2021-08-241h 20
The ✨Archives✨Living Options during CollegeThere are many options for housing during your college years, and often the options are overwhelming. Join us this week to hear about three popular housing accommodations, their pros and cons, and our guests' personal experiences with each!Recorded August 17th, 2021
2021-08-1956 min
The ✨Archives✨Intro to APsThis session is specifically for those of you who may be preparing to take your first AP classes, and for students who may not know whether AP classes are for you! Join us to learn all about the AP program, what classes are good first classes, and why AP classes are for everyone!!Presentation link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/18raeDlEL6oZpWi4521N-7anrCcxTAeI-650NLT1RpeU/edit?usp=sharing Recorded August 18th, 2021
2021-08-1936 min
The ✨Archives✨Technological progress and the future of workHave you ever wondered what the future will look like if technological change continues to accelerate? Join edgi CEO Josh Shapiro and Fiveable CEO Amanda DoAmaral to discuss the implications of technological progress, the rise of automation and its impact on the economy, and what jobs of the future might look like.Recorded August 18th, 2021
2021-08-1959 min
Build ModeAmanda DoAmaral, FiveableAmanda DoAmaral was an educator herself before she decided to found a tech company aimed at improving the education system. That's a surprisingly rare credential for a startup founder in this area to possess — despite the obvious benefits of real, first-hand experience. Her company, Fiveable, focuses on modernizing (including a remote-first approach) a key and often overlooked part of education for students: Building an active community of peers to share knowledge with. Hear how she took her dissatisfaction with an inadequate system and turned that into the motivation to build a venture-scale business outside of it.Links fo...
2021-08-1649 min
The ✨Archives✨Q&A with the Founders of Fiveable and HoursThe founder of Hours, Calix, and the co-founders of Fiveable, Amanda and Tán, will be getting together to answer your questions about their journeys, entrepreneurship, and productivity. Tune in to meet the minds behind your favorite education and productivity tools!Recorded August 13th, 2021
2021-08-141h 01
The ✨Archives✨AP Seminar Tasting SessionJoin us to get a “taste” of life as an AP Seminar student! Listen to the experiences of former students, learn why you should consider taking it, and gain insightful advice on acing the class and exam!Link to slideshow: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1GdCT1xyiEHgvjt2YSWAW9EGkz99YhQMKy3WHbbkEJss/edit?usp=sharingRecorded August 12th, 2021
2021-08-131h 08
The ✨Archives✨AP Statistics Tasting SessionJoin us to get a “taste” of life as an AP Stats student! Listen to the experiences of former students, learn why you should consider taking it, and gain insightful advice on acing the class and exam. Link to slideshow: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1x-_EI58kfKhQ7smkxGbfkEf5cXDrr7snvkCLF_0G6iU/edit?usp=sharing Recorded August 11th, 2021
2021-08-1251 min
The ✨Archives✨Ways You Can Build or Continue to Be a Leader in CollegeBeing a student leader in college comes in many forms from being a research assistant, resident assistant, peer mentor, and many other opportunities! Come and learn what opportunities are common on a college campus and how this could increase your leadership skills.Recorded August 11th, 2021
2021-08-1238 min
The ✨Archives✨Applying to College as a First Generation StudentApplying to college can be an overwhelming and intimidating process for any student. For an applicant who is the first in the family to attend a four-year college or university, the application process can be especially daunting. Join us this week to better understand the resources and strategies you can use as a first-generation student to find success when applying to and deciding where to attend college.Recorded August 10th, 2021
2021-08-121h 01
The ✨Archives✨Community CollegeThe traditional four-year college experience isn't for everyone. Some students aren't sure what they want to study, while others are looking for more affordable education. Join us this week to demystify/de-stigmatize the community college experience and how your community college can help you gain a leg up in your education without breaking the bank.Recorded August 3rd, 2021
2021-08-0958 min
The ✨Archives✨Greek Life with Judy, Sarah, and MaxGreek organizations are typically focused on developing leadership, philanthropy and community service, and strong bonds among like-minded students. However, Greek life varies from campus to campus and even from house to house. Join us this week to better understand the Greek life experience, the pros, and cons, and whether or not joining a fraternity/sorority is right for you!Recorded July 27th, 2021
2021-08-0955 min
The ✨Archives✨Gap years with TahaIt's not uncommon for students to finish high school feeling burnt out and unsure about their next steps, yet pressured to make a speedy transition into university life. Gap years are a popular route for high school graduates who are looking for a clarifying and stimulating break between high school and college. Join Taha as he shares his reasons for taking a gap year and how gap years provide students with the opportunity to build skills that will contribute toward a successful college experience.Recorded July 13th, 2021
2021-08-0953 min
The ✨Archives✨Fly-ins with DaniellaCollege fly-in programs are opportunities for underrepresented students to learn more about top colleges, their admissions process, and the college experience. Join Daniella for insight into making the most of your fly-in experience.Recorded June 29th, 2021
2021-08-0928 min
The ✨Archives✨AMA with NYU professor Josh ShapiroThere is enormous pressure to know where you want to go to college, what you want to do with your life and exactly how to get there, all by your senior year of high school! This is crazy - most adults still don't know what they want to do! Josh knows what it's like - he got kicked out of boarding school his senior year of high school. Five years later, Josh became a professor at NYU, and now he's the CEO of an education startup. Join us to hear from Josh about how to discover what you're truly...
2021-08-091h 02
The ✨Archives✨Self Care during College with Darshana and GayatriJoin Darshana and Gayatri as they discuss self-care for college students. Together you'll uncover practical ways to prioritize your wellness as you focus on advancing your education your career and your life.Recorded July 6th, 2021
2021-08-0953 min
The ✨Archives✨Women's Colleges with CaitJoin Cait Levin as she reflects upon her experience at Barnard College, one of the top women's university in the country. She'll be disucssing topics like intersectional feminism, the history behind all women's university, and how women's colleges handle diversity on campus.Recorded June 8th, 2021
2021-08-0959 min
Lifeselfmastery's podcast I Startups I Venture CapitalHow is Fiveable democratising access to education by creating a new community for students with Amanda DoAmaralIn this podcast, Amanda talks about the journey of Fiveable, working in smaller ecosystems, and how did Amanda get Serena Williams, BBG ventures to invest in her startup, and much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit partnergrow.substack.com
2021-08-0929 min
Lifeselfmastery's podcast I Startups I Venture CapitalHow is Fiveable democratising access to education by creating a new community for students with Amanda DoAmaralIn this podcast, Amanda talks about the journey of Fiveable, working in smaller ecosystems, and how did Amanda get Serena Williams, BBG ventures to invest in her startup, and much more!
2021-08-0836 min
Gen EdLearning, but make it ~Social~ ft. FiveableWe are honored to have CEO and Co-Founder of Fiveable, Amanda DoAmaral, with us today as we discuss her path from being a history teacher and seeing the common struggles that come with AP classes and using that experience to build a support system for high school students. With over a 90% pass rate on AP exams from the help of @thinkfiveable , this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
2021-06-2643 min
Looking Beyond With Michael Sikand#149 Two Edtech Startup Exits at Age 16?! w/ Calix Huang, Founder of Hours, Product Lead at Fiveable, and CEO at Launch TechIn #149, Michael Sikand interviews Calix Huang, a 16-year-old entrepreneur, high school student, and engineer who has built and sold two startups in the edtech space! His most recent startup, Hours, was a virtual study tool that allowed students to join rooms and do school work together in real-time, setting timers for different work sprints and exchanging messages. Through a crazy user acquisition strategy, Calix grew the platform to over 20k users from high schools and universities around the world, and in 2021, Hours was acquired by venture-backed edtech company Fiveable, where he currently serves as a lead of product. In...
2021-06-1818 min
The VITALIZE Podcast: Venture Capital | Startups | Angel InvestingAmanda DoAmaral, Co-Founder & CEO of Fiveable | #005Amanda DoAmaral is an educator, activist, and co-founder of Fiveable - a social learning network for students. She spent half a decade teaching high school history in Oakland, CA, where her passion for creating equitable educational opportunities was ignited. Amanda has been a vocal advocate for inclusive history curriculum and is active within the Milwaukee tech community. More about us:Vitalize was formed in 2017 as a pre-seed and seed-stage venture fund investing in the future of work + learning. Vitalize is headquartered in Chicago with additional locations in San Francisco and Los Angeles.The V...
2021-05-2052 min
Blue Hearts7: Leadership & Bridging the Gender Gap w/ Stephanie SuStephanie Su is currently a high school senior and an incoming freshman at UC Berkeley. She's the lead director of Superposition, an international non-profit that aims to bridge the gender gap in STEM. Superposition has reached 300,000 people in 105 countries and created the Bay Area's largest all-women and non-binary hackathon at Uber HQ.
Stephanie is also the founder and executive director of Ad Astra Youth, which helps student-led initiatives create social impact through consultations and mentorship, and an intern to the CEO at Fiveable, which academically and socially empowers young people through live streams, free study resources, and...
2021-05-1246 min
HR. Simplified.How a Shortened Work Week Can Improve ProductivityIn this episode, Matt talks with Bryan Murdaugh at Fivable about going to a 4 day work week. Fivable adopted a rotating 4-day work week as an experiment back in May 2020.
In February 2020, Fivable was 100% co-located in their Irmo, SC office. After the 4 day work week implementation, in August 2020 Fivable was located in 4 states, 3 time zones, and just one or two members of their team will find their way into the office during the day.
Fivable’s 4 day work week experiment worked well enough that they are still on that same schedule today. Fivable saw productivity in...
2021-05-0554 min
Build Tech Stack EquityLeveling Up AP Students Through A Social Learning Platform | Amanda DoAmaral, FiveableAuthenticity is a common term discussed when we think about branding and how entrepreneurs should present to customers. It’s also a challenge many minorities work through when navigating homogenous environments. For Amanda, a Jewish and Brazilian background created some questions about identity in her early years. Her passion for education empowered her to answer those questions, which has ultimately helped her to understand her place in the world as a tech entrepreneur. Amanda is transforming education by creating social learning environment for AP students, outside of the traditional education system. She’s a non-technical founder w...
2021-05-0148 min
Innovators on TapMaking Learning Social w/ Amanda DoAmaralOne of the key mindsets that I’ve always looked for in people is their ability to be unafraid of failure, yet unwilling to fail.And today’s guest, Amanda DoAmaral is someone who represents this idea. She is the CEO and founder of Fiveable, a social learning network that helps build confidence, content knowledge & technical skills in high school students trying to earn college credit.While Fiveable today has more than 200,000 users and looks like it is destined for continued success ...but the journey to this point was anything but easy.From livi...
2021-04-0127 min
Lay of The Land#5: Mansfield Frazier (Chateau Hough & Neighborhood Solutions)On our fifth episode, we’re speaking with Mansfield Frazier, founder of Château Hough - the country’s first inner-city vineyard located in the historic district of Hough, where he resides. Our conversation spans growing grapes and selling wine in Midtown Cleveland, triple-bottom line businesses, conscious capitalism, institutionalized racism, combating recidivism, and lots more.Mansfield is a native Clevelander and a product of the Cleveland public school system. He left Cleveland in 1969, and for the next 30 years lived all over the United States, pursuing activities that can best be des...
2021-01-0746 min
upside[REWIND] Fiveable // social learning for AP students [RE004]Today is the fourth episode in our December series called “Rewind.” Amanda DoAmaral is the founder and CEO of Fiveable, which is based in Milwaukee Wisconsin.Fiveable is an online streaming and content platform helping high school students study and master their AP exams. Started just two years ago, Fiveable offers live and pre-recorded videos, study guides, as well as community building resources.After teaching in Oakland for several years with Teach for America, Amanda DoAmaral began Fiveable as a way to help her old s...
2020-12-301h 16
We Are ZOnline Learning - Tech, Education, and Business with Fiveable CEO Amanda DoAmaralGen Z is the generation of technology. In light of the pandemic, virtual learning has become more important than ever. Today, we interview Amanda DoAmaral, founder and CEO of Fiveable, a leading online AP resource website with 1.5 million users that has gained traction from investors around the world. She shares her story as an educator, creator, and entrepreneur
2020-11-3018 min
The Founders Live Podcast096 - Founders Live Prime Time Global Finalist Interview: Amanda DoAmaral of Fiveable From Milwaukee WI, USAIn this Founders Live Conversations video interview, Nick Hughes is joined by Amanda DoAmaral of Milwaukee Wisconsin, founder and CEO of Fiveable, is a Founders Live Prime Time Global Finalist and is one of five presenting Founders at the Founders Livefest 2020 event on December 2nd, 2020. Fiveable is a social learning network where students and teachers create and curate content while building community. Nick and Amanda jump into the conversation of how Amanda has pitched at a number of Founders Live events this year, and she shares her tips and advice on how to prepare and deliver a quality Founders...
2020-11-3029 min
PositiviTEAViral Tik Toks & the Ice Bucket ChallengeThis week the PositiviTEAM is throwing it all the way back to 2014 with updates on the Ice Bucket Challenge. They also dive into heartwarming stories about some incredible initiatives that are helping people get back on their feet as well as going on a tangent about Ritz Crackers!
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2020-10-1855 minThe Founders Live Podcast078 - Amanda Doamaral of Fiveable: Building A Learning Community From Experiment To ProductNick Hughes is joined by Amanda Doamaral of Milwaukee Wisconsin, founder and CEO of Fiveable. Fiveable is a social learning network where students and teachers create and curate content while building community. Nick and Amanda jump into the conversation of how Amanda got started with teaching online and using videos, which led to her discovering how they could scale it to many more students. They touch on the challenges of yesterday, today with covid and what it will be like once things 'get back to a new normal.' They end with some of Amanda's tips on pitching at...
2020-09-2245 min
Forward Thinking Founders321 - Amanda DoAmaral (Fiveable) On Helping Students Ace AP ExamsAmanda DoAmaral is the founder of Fiveable. Fiveable provides livestream social learning for students and teachers, mostly in AP classes.Listen to this episode if:You have children taking AP classesYou are curious to know the future oh HS educationYou want to hear Amanda's big vision for Fiveable
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2020-09-1217 min
The Higher Ed Geek PodcastEpisode #87: Amanda DoAmaral on Fiveable & Expanding College Student SuccessOur guest for this week’s episode is Amanda DoAmaral, a former teacher and now founder of Fiveable which is a social learning platform focusing primarily on students working towards Advanced Placement exams. --- Subscribe and listen via iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, RadioPublic, or Google Play. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast We’re now a member of Lyceum a new app that makes it easy to discover great educational podcasts and chat with other passionate listeners. Download the app by visiting lyceum.fm and come find the show! ---
2020-06-0357 min
The Established Podcast#0028 - Highlights from the Startup of the Year Special Event: Startups & COVID-19 On this episode, we hear highlights from the Startup of the Year virtual event, where we learned about various efforts by startups in the Startup of the Year community that are doing great work to help during this COVID 19 pandemic. The startups that participated in the event were involved were Aperiomics, Fiveable, Kamana, Lazarus 3D, and OneMilo. The amazing panel of experts that were involved with the event included: Susan McPherson, CEO, McPherson Strategies. Susan's company focuses on the intersection between brands and social impact. She is also a regular guest on NPR and CNN. Zachary Poll, Head of U.S. Healthca...
2020-05-111h 00upsideUP068: Fiveable // live-streaming test prep for AP classesInterview begins: 7:02Debrief begins: 51:37Amanda DoAmaral is the founder and CEO of Fiveable.Fiveable is an online streaming and content platform helping high school students study and master their AP exams. Started just two years ago, Fiveable offers live and pre-recorded videos, study guides, as well as community building resources.After teaching in Oakland for several years with Teach for America, Amanda DoAmaral began Fiveable as a way to help her old students who needed guidance in studying for their AP exams. In only a couple years, Fiveable has grown to include...
2020-03-111h 11
World History Class with Mr. LutzEpisode 33 – GlobalizationOur final episode is going to focus on the end of the Cold War and the process of globalization that followed. Aside from the emergence of a globalized economy and culture we’ll also discuss the issues the world has faced since the 1990s and some of the tragedies and triumphs that have emerged from this most recent period of world history.
Complicating the Narrative
Confront Genocide (USHMM): https://www.ushmm.org/confront-genocide
Facing History and Ourselves: https://www.facinghistory.org/
Document in Focus
https://www.globalpolicy.org/component/content/article/162-ge...
2019-04-1700 min
On Top of the WorldBONUS: Document Analysis PracticeNew episodes are on the way! In the meantime, you can listen to Matt and Dave talking through some primary source analysis best practices, document analysis, and lesson ideas. We hope that you or your students find this episode helpful! We originally did this as a video stream for the fine folks over at Fiveable but on the condition that it would be free to the public and that we could share it with our listeners too. Here is the link to all the documents used in the episode.
2018-12-171h 19World History Class with Mr. LutzEpisode 7 – Classical World OverviewWrapping up Period 2! Let’s do this!
The Silk Roads: A New History of the World
https://www.amazon.com/Silk-Roads-New-History-World/dp/1101912375
AP World History reviews from Think Fiveable (formerly High Level History)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxnnTFTsVttnVo190h_-wZw/playlists?view=50&shelf_id=2&sort=dd
More info about Fiveable here: https://courses.fiveable.me/
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2018-08-2600 minWorld History Class with Mr. LutzEpisode 7 – Classical World OverviewWrapping up Period 2! Let’s do this!
The Silk Roads: A New History of the World
https://www.amazon.com/Silk-Roads-New-History-World/dp/1101912375
AP World History reviews from Think Fiveable (formerly High Level History)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxnnTFTsVttnVo190h_-wZw/playlists?view=50&shelf_id=2&sort=dd
More info about Fiveable here: https://courses.fiveable.me/
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