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McKinney Texas News and Info DailySpring Flourishes in McKinney: Allergy Caution, Sports Highlights, and Upcoming EventsMcKinney's buzzing with excitement as spring takes hold! Yesterday's weather was picture-perfect, with plenty of sunshine and a high of 63°F. Today promises more of the same, with clear skies and a pleasant 68°F[15]. Local allergy sufferers, take note: tree pollen levels are currently extreme[12]. While the air quality index sits at a moderate level, sensitive groups should exercise caution when spending time outdoors[4].In high school sports, the Centenary College track and field team made waves at a recent meet. Freshman Grayson Shugart from McKinney impressed with a 12th place finish in the long jump, le...2025-03-1602 min
The Homeowners ShowBill Burr SUCKS and We're Live at Moonshine Deck with The Net!EP 299 Show Notes
**Show Notes for The Homeowner Show - Live Episode at Moondeck Ice House**
**Episode Title:** Homeowner Show Live at Moondeck Ice House
**Date:** 1.16.25
**Hosts:** Kevin and Craig Williams
**Guests:**
- Rick Collins, Owner of Go Financial Solutions
- Rachel Drody, Owner of Harper Grayson Communications
- Scott Williams, Juggernaut Paper Processing
- Adrian Rojas, Owner of In Home Floors
- Robert Green, Owner of Greenl...2025-01-212h 24
This Is NashvilleFinding a new career through trade schools and apprenticeshipsFrom cosmetology to automotive technology, building construction, plumbing, machine maintenance, and even coding, there are many programs right here in Middle Tennessee available to anyone looking to step into a new career. Today, we’re talking with people who chose a trade school or apprenticeship path to hear about their experiences — and about the careers they’ve built since graduating.This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys.Guests
Kevin Harrison, Vice President TCAT Nashville
Jerry Campbell, HVAC student, TCAT Nashville
Sam Petschulat, Executive Director Music City Construction Careers MC3
KeOndra Grayson, First-year Sheet Metal Appren...2024-09-1150 min
What's In The RiftEpisode 21 - 4:56 PMSix friends stand in the ruins of a building, discussing how best to end the world. A brain in a jar is involved, as is Christ. It's not as weird as it sounds, promise.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each in as they hope to process some of the inexplicable things happening to them in their own...2024-07-281h 03What's In The RiftEpisode 20 - Fate is Such an Ugly WordBruce, Jackie, Toska, Court, Blanche, and Jenny come to terms with some hard truths about what it means to be alive in today's world. Alana lays bare the problem at the center of existence. Bruce learns to fly.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each in as they hope to process some of the inexplicable things happening...2024-07-1439 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 19 - I Need You To RememberLet's all figure out exactly how we got here, and what exactly it is that we're dealing with. A trip down memory lane before we resolve all our loose ends.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each in as they hope to process some of the inexplicable things happening to them in their own lives.2024-06-1655 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 18 - Through the IceWhat can be done about Dima? A choice has to be made. Meanwhile, Court wrangles with her disappointment in her predictability, causing at least one person to die gruesomely. Jenny and Blanche have an odd encounter in a field. Everyone might be robots, monsters might be real, it could be the literal rapture. And then it starts to get weird.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises...2024-06-091h 01What's In The RiftEpisode 17 - Will You Please Shut Up The Dog?Things start to get serious in the attempt to rescue Court, as each member of The Rift is forced to reconsider what exactly it is they're dealing with. Some major changes come for Victoria, and render her aid unavailable in the immediate term. Ace tries to help, but is ignored.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each...2024-05-1940 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 16 - Homecoming Part 2The rescue party starts to enact a plot to free Court, but gets immediately sidetracked by their own plot devices. Bruce takes a major heel turn and shows off a surprisingly cool side. Meanwhile, a supremely confident Dima confronts Court who is forced to make a decision to cooperate or resist, and makes that decision just in time for Dima to confront her friends.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The...2024-05-0549 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 15 - Homecoming Part 1Court makes a decision that ends up pushing the group towards a confrontation with Dima. In talking with Dima, she learns of just how deeply prepared they are specifically for the folks who have come through this time. Helen suffers the consequences of Court's daring escape. Meanwhile, the remainder of the crew sends Toska, Jackie and Bruce to case the Manchester Center for Study.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The...2024-04-2157 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 14 - You Don't Know What You're MissingCourt overhears some troubling news from Helen, and with the help of an orderly hatches an escape plan. Meanwhile, the rest of the gang arrives in Manchester to rescue Court without a plan in tow. Victoria shares some disturbing news about what actually happens at UCRI, and it sheds some light on what secrets The Rift may actually contain.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to...2024-04-071h 12
SKST Radio Network PodcastSKST Radio Artist Network with Kami Grayson and Angelico McKinneySKST Radio Artist Network with Kami Grayson and Special Guest -Kami Grayson's Hometown Friend. Angelico McKinney aka Lico Mac Born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas. Graduated from Green B. Trimble Tech in 1991. A proud husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle & activist. Founder of the Brotherhood Movement and my non-profit Trust Before Tragedy. I currently drive transit bus for Fort Worth. I'm always wanting to uplift, encourage, inform people I interact with!! After receiving my Adult & Youth Mental Health First Aid certificate, I thought of using my talents of rap to create a mental health rap to engage the kids and a...2024-04-0427 min
Head2HeadGrayson Allen Villain turned HeroThis week on the podcast I am talking about Grayson Allen of the Phoenix Suns having the best season of his career in the NBA. 2024-03-2520 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 13 - How Did We Get Here?The fallout from the choices made by the party leaves everything in chaos, and the first taste of how ruthless UCRI can be becomes evident. As everything falls apart, only Toska is left to deal with the pieces. Meanwhile, a reflective and quieted state has the Rifters coming to terms with their own stories.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most...2024-03-241h 02What's In The RiftEpisode 12 - Surprise, It's WorseCourt spends some time in Helen's office, where she learns of a number of things that simply don't fit with what she knows. Her disturbing encounter with a doppelganger is left unaddressed. Meanwhile, on the Florida 408, Jenny and Toska decide to play by their own rules, only to find out that actions have consequences. A daring escape attempt is made, but whether it will be enough remains to be seen.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to...2024-02-2539 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 11 - It Can't Get Any WorseAs the cast returns with a stolen UCRI van, they're angrily confronted by the one woman looking out for them for doing something that will put them all firmly on the UCRI radar. Things don't go better after she learns they've murdered and kidnapped in the 45 minutes they've been out of her sight as well. Nevertheless, they barrel on to attempt a rescue of Court, who sits 550 miles away, in what seems to be a psychiatric ward in the middle of Tennessee.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world...2024-02-1152 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 10 - Hijacking TimeThings quickly go sideways on an attempt to dupe two UCRI employees out of their van. Assault, battery, and straight up murder ensue. Blanche is left in serious danger. Meanwhile, Court is put in a position that makes her begin to question her version of reality, as she's transported to a mysterious UCRI facility hundreds of miles away in the company of the too-friendly UCRI employee, Helen.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website...2024-01-2856 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 9 - Get in the VanAs tensions mount, Court remains missing. The remaining five members of The Rift are forced to make a tough decision. Do they listen to Victoria, who has cautioned them repeatedly to maintain a low profile and not risk their lives messing with UCRI, or do they mount an effort to find Court and risk everything in doing so?What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide...2024-01-141h 01
Confessions of a PYP TeacherC126 (Application): Lessons from The Expert EffectSend us a textHidee Ho Neighbor, my name is Lu Gerlach and I’m from thinkchat. Welcome to confession #126! In this episode, we'll be exploring some of the big ideas presented in the inspiring book, 'The Expert Effect' by Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney. Get ready to join me on a journey of reflection and growth as we uncover the transformative power of allowing our learners to become the experts. So, grab your favorite cup of tea, find a cozy corner, and let's reflect back on how to allow your learners to become an expert in thei...2024-01-1213 min
What's In The RiftUpdates from The Rift & Riffin' on The Rift - Grayson and the World of Bruce McKinneyA brief programming update, and then straight to Riffin' on The Rift and Bruce McKinney:Join your host Josh Burgess and the cast as we dive behind the scenes of the What's in the Rift? podcast.This week, we discuss the world of Bruce McKinney with his creator Grayson Stamm. Learn about a world in which the camera was never invented, and artistry and storytelling come at a steep premium without mass marketed media. Plus, we have to remind Grayson again that as great as Canada is, there's still a world outside of...2023-12-3138 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 8 - RedundancyA joyful first meeting is interrupted by the arrival of some unexpected guests. A massive betrayal nearly costs someone their life. A benefactor appears from the literal bushes to help clue the Rifters in on what life will be like now that they're all in their new reality.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of "alternate" realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each in as...2023-12-171h 14What's In The RiftEpisode 7 - BreakthroughIn the Chapter 1 conclusion, Bruce and Blanche do their best to nurse Jackie back to health, while dealing with a rapidly deteriorating Herman and his prophetic musings. Meanwhile, Toska, Court, and Jenny take care of a Glenda problem all while Gypsum is distracted by a new toy. While the two groups try to figure out how they can be yet again in the same place and not see each other, a poem is recited across dimensions, and a new experiment is run on how to finally bridge the gap between them.What's in The Rift is...2023-12-031h 08What's In The RiftEpisode 6 - Nose DiveBruce McKinney has an extradimensional encounter in the Gran Destino hotel in Orlando Florida. Blanche has a driving whoopsie. A very, very big reveal finally cuts to the heart of the mystery on what the machine at the the center of The Rift is. What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of alternate realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each in as they hope to process...2023-11-121h 12What's In The RiftEpisode 5 - It's Robbing TimeJenny and Toska have their robbing interrupted by the appearance of a new friend. Jackie and Blanche take Herman for a ride on a slide. And of course … Bruce and Court get straight up shot in this one, folks.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of alternate realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each in as they hope to process some of the inexplicable things ha...2023-10-2959 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 4 - Come WitnessBruce and Court confront a living deity, and come out worse for the wear. Gypsum convinces Jenny and Toska to do some light robbing. Things get worse for Jackie and Blanche, but much, much worse for Herman.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of alternate realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each in as they hope to process some of the inexplicable things happening to...2023-10-1546 min
Wireland RanchWireland Announcements & What's in the Rift Ep 1What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of alternate realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each in as they hope to process some of the inexplicable things happening to them in their own lives.In this first episode we meet the characters and begin the introduction to the core mystery of the show.Produced by Gas Station DrugsWorld created...2023-10-121h 33What's In The RiftEpisode 3 - Better Living Through CraniotomyThe continuation of Bruce and Court's strange letter gives way to home surgery and a little grand theft auto.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of alternate realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each in as they hope to process some of the inexplicable things happening to them in their own lives.Produced by Gas Station DrugsWorld created by...2023-10-0149 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 2 - Return to SenderBruce and Court accost a small girl in an abandoned apartment and receive a letter. Jackie and Blanche try to save a hapless Herman. Jenny and Toska deal with The Rift getting suddenly very aggressive.What's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of alternate realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each in as they hope to process some of the inexplicable things happening to them in...2023-10-0148 minWhat's In The RiftEpisode 1 - Unseasonable WeatherWhat's in The Rift is a mystery / sci fi story set in a world of alternate realities.Six individuals receive mysterious invitations to an enigmatic website known as The Rift. This website promises to provide answers to life's most profound questions, drawing each in as they hope to process some of the inexplicable things happening to them in their own lives.In this first episode we meet the characters and begin the introduction to the core mystery of the show.Produced by Gas Station DrugsWorld created by...2023-10-011h 27
Curious Kid PodcastCurious About PangaeaIn episode 257, we get curious about Pangaea for Peyton, Brayden, Grayson, and Kyla from Honolulu, Hawaii and Miles and Joel from Mckinney, Texas. What was Pangaea? How do we know that it existed? How is it possible that continents are moving? Grab your time machine and take a trip back in time with us in this fascinating episode.
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Matthew ManiaEp. 74 - Ultra Con Recap and Talking Wrestling with Neil and Nelio Matthew and Neil welcome Nelio back to the show. We discussed Ultra Con and Erik Estrada. We talked about ALL IN in London and about current WWE wrestlers like LA Night, LA Smooth, Mansour, Brennan Williams, Von Wagner, Rob Stone and Grayson Waller. Could Grayson Waller be the next MIZ? Neil suggested we do a Challenge Accepted II and I propose we do it May 19th, 2024. I also got the idea for an I Love BRCW T shirt! 2023-09-011h 01
Costello Elementary's "One School, One Book" PodcastEpisode 8: Pages 263-300I can’t believe we’ve made it to the final episode of the Story Squad podcast! The good news is, if you wanted to, you could listen to the whole book again and again! It’s yours to keep forever, and the podcast episodes will be here for you. Today’s episode is brought to you by our special education teachers! Thanks to everyone who made this summer’s One School, One Book event a success! For our final artwork of the summer, we have Mariana DG to thank so make sure to check it out!2023-08-1421 min
Costello Elementary's "One School, One Book" PodcastEpisode 7: Pages 228-262Happy Monday, my One and Only Cardinals! It’s that time again! Time to tune in and give a listen to the Story Squad Podcast. Can you guess who’s reading today? We’ve heard from 5th, 4th, 3rd, 2nd, 1st, and Kindergarten…so who’s left? It’s Dr. DiPonio and Dr. Reese! Our principal and reading specialist will be reading to you. Make sure you follow along and send us your own voice! While you’re on your device, check out the artwork for today’s episode, by Kelsey from Ms. Tindall’s class!
Not only should you re...2023-08-0725 min
Costello Elementary's "One School, One Book" PodcastEpisode 6: Pages 188-227Happy Monday everyone! Do you know what time it is? It’s time for Story Squad: Adventures in Teaching and Reading! This week’s episode is brought to you by our fabulous 1st-grade teachers, including Miss Tindall who’s moving down to that grade level this year from 5th! Tune in to hear them read and be sure to check out the podcast cover art by the very talented Adeline G. from Ms. Eldridge’s class!
During the week of 7/31, read your book and listen along to pages 188-227.
During the week of 8/7, read your book and...2023-07-3131 min
Costello Elementary's "One School, One Book" PodcastEpisode 5: Pages 154-187Wow! This story’s really getting good now. This week’s episode will be read to you by our own zoological experts, the 3rd-grade teachers! But they would never keep animals in a mall, right? Of course not. Mrs. Tessoff, Mrs. Dabrowska, and Ms. McClure will be reading to you from the pages in the table below. Make sure you follow along in your book, send us your own voice to be included in next week’s episode, and be sure to check out the cover art by 5th grader Marino B. from Ms. Tindall’s class!
During th...2023-07-2427 min
Costello Elementary's "One School, One Book" PodcastEpisode 4: Pages 121-153Happy Monday, Costello! We’ve got another exciting portion to read from The One and Only Ivan! You haven’t been reading ahead, have you? No spoilers allowed! Check out this week’s chapters, read to you by…Team Kindergarten! If you had Ms. Flaherty, Mrs. Wonsowicz, or Mrs. Marcaccio last year, you’re about to hear their voices again! While you’re listening, check out the awesome episode cover art by our very own 5th grader, Sanvi M. from Mr. McKinney’s class!
During the week of 7/17, read your book and listen along to pages 121-153.
During the...2023-07-1728 min
Costello Elementary's "One School, One Book" PodcastEpisode 3: Pages 75-120What’s up Story Squad? Are you ready for more adventures in teaching and reading? This week’s episode is brought to you by…the 4th-grade teacher team! Mr. Rondot, Mrs. Oliver, and Mrs. Englebert will expertly read you their part, as you check out the awesome cover art by Niva from Ms. Eldridge’s class!
During the week of 7/10, read your book and listen along to pages 75-120.
During the week of 7/17, read your book and listen along to pages 121-153.
During the week of 7/24, read your book and listen along to pages 15...2023-07-1031 min
Costello Elementary's "One School, One Book" PodcastEpisode 2: Pages 43-74We’re back again for another episode of Story Squad: Adventures in Teaching and Reading! This week, you’ll be enjoying the artwork of Audrey R. from Mr. McKinney’s 5th-grade class, while listening to the voices of the 2nd-grade team of teachers…with a special guest, Mrs. Homrich!
During the week of 7/3, read your book and listen along to pages 43-74.
During the week of 7/10, read your book and listen along to pages 75-120.
During the week of 7/17, read your book and listen along to pages 121-153.
During the week of 7/24...2023-07-0334 min
Costello Elementary's "One School, One Book" PodcastEpisode 1: Pages 1-42Hello, and Happy Monday! It’s finally time to tune in! Get your speaker ready, and load that podcast for your family road trip…it’s time to dive into The One and Only Ivan! This week as you listen, you’ll be hearing the voices of the 5th-grade team! Mr. McKinney, Ms. Eldridge, and Ms. Watts will be reading to you from the book, along with a very special bonus guest…Mrs. Pyzik, our school’s vocal music teacher! Today’s episode cover art is presented by Michelle M. from Mr. McKinney’s class, so make sure you check it out on yo...2023-06-2635 min
Confessions of a PYP TeacherC113 (Book Club): Students become the experts (pgs 91-130)Send us a textIn this episode, we unpack the big ideas from this section of the book with authors Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot of the Expert Effect. During this dynamic conversation, we explored our own personal learning experiences, setting the conditions for learner agency to thrive, and leveraging technology as a teaching tool. There are so many aha moments in this episode. If you would like to watch the #CITLreads book chat with Grayson and Zach, click here. For a written blog post and other resources, visit: https://thinkchat2020.weebly.com...2023-02-2017 min
Confessions of a PYP TeacherC111 (Book Club): Learning from Experts Near & Far (Pgs 29-58)Send us a textWelcome to the second episode exploring the book, The Expert Effect by Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot. It has been an absolute pleasure to read this book and learn how to set the conditions for engaging with experts. Now that we have started with our WHY, we can move forward with engaging with experts. In this episode, we will explore: Finding local resources to enrich unitsExpert success criteriaStrategies that bring about local and global connectionsReflect using: Unveiling StoriesFor a written blog post and other resources, visit: https://thinkc...2023-01-0815 min
Confessions of a PYP TeacherC110 (Book Club): Laying the foundation for the Expert EffectSend us a textWelcome to the #CITLreads Book Club for The Expert Effect by Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot. I am so excited to explore this book through my podcast and appreciate the authors for indulging my connections and reflections. In this episode, we will explore: Pick a new book club role based on the approaches to learningDiscover our "WHY"Define an expertMake essential agreementsReflect using: Name- Describe- ActFor a written blog post and other resources, visit: https://thinkchat2020.weebly.comThanks for listening! Please find us on LinkedIn @luger...2022-12-0716 min
FreshAirAtFivePlay Faith Persistence Curiosity Time Expert FAAF97In this episode, I share my daily reflection posted on Twitter @bryoncar, from Nov 14th to 18th, 2022
I reflect on these podcast episodes from my listens on the:
14th: The Tom Schimmer Podcast E90 "Two Choices | Eric Saibel | Rethinking Group Grades"
15th: The Wired Educator E228 "Leading with a Humble Heart, an interview with Zac Bauermaster"
16th: The Innovators Mindset "#MindsetMonday S3 EP 10 - Go Until the Job is Finished"; The Innovators Mindset "#MindsetMonday S3 EP 9 - "Be curious not judgmental.""; Evolving with Gratitude E32 "Time is a Priceless Gift with Gue...2022-11-1929 min
Fresh Air At FivePlay Faith Persistence Curiosity Time Expert FAAF97In this episode, I share my daily reflection posted on Twitter @bryoncar, from Nov 14th to 18th, 2022I reflect on these podcast episodes from my listens on the:14th: The Tom Schimmer Podcast E90 "Two Choices | Eric Saibel | Rethinking Group Grades"15th: The Wired Educator E228 "Leading with a Humble Heart, an interview with Zac Bauermaster"16th: The Innovators Mindset "#MindsetMonday S3 EP 10 - Go Until the Job is Finished"; The Innovators Mindset "#MindsetMonday S3 EP 9 - "Be curious not judgmental.""; Evolving with Gratitude E32 "Time is a Priceless Gift with Guest Brian Martin"18th: Teac...2022-11-1929 min
LinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in EducationThe Expert ExpeditionIn this episode, Jerri and Jamie link up with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot—two elementary school teachers using technology to transform learning with a little help from Project Based Learning (PBL). McKinney and Rondot share their insights, expertise, and process for creating classrooms where students learn from experts, then become experts and share their learning with an authentic audience.
Tune in to hear these two teachers discuss examples of PBL and the two books they’ve written to empower teachers and students to become experts in new areas through the project-based learning model.
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Teaching ChampionsThe Expert Effect: Learning From, Becoming, and Teaching Others as Experts with Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinneyToday on the Teaching Champions Podcast I am joined by Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney. Zach is a 4th grade teacher and Grayson is a fifth grade teacher. They are the authors of The Expert Effect: A Three Part system to break down the walls of your classroom and connect Your students to the world and the children’s book Expert Expedition. And in this interview these gentlemen discuss how they take their students from learning from experts, to becoming experts, to teaching like experts. They share the power behind project based learning and they explore different ways that our...2022-08-2150 min
My EdTech LifeEpisode 126: Get Connected! Connecting Learning To The Real WorldZach Rondot is a passionate fourth-grade teacher in Troy, Michigan. His mission is to teach students the 21st-century skills, mindsets, and attributes that will help them succeed long after they leave his classroom. In 2019, Zach was named the Troy School District Elementary Teacher of the Year and the Oakland County Elementary Teacher of the Year. Zach is an instructor in the Master’s program of Learning, Design, and Technology at Central Michigan University. He utilizes technology to create learning opportunities that otherwise would not be possible. Grayson McKinney is a fifth-grade teacher from Michigan and a leader in the area o...2022-06-2855 min
EduMatch Tweet & TalkEduLaunch: The Expert Expedition by Zach Rondot & Grayson McKinney, Illustrated by Suria Ali-AhmedJoin us as Sarah (@SarahdaTeechur) interviews Grayson McKinney (@GMcKinney2), Suria Ali-Ahmed (@SAliAhmed09), and Zach Rondot (@MrRondot) about their new book, The Expert Expedition, available now.
Music: Ron Madison (@madison_ron)
Production: Sarah Thomas (@sarahdateechur)
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Navigating Education - The PodcastEpisode 44 - The Expert Effect with Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinneyIn this episode, we will discuss the "Expert Effect" and how that can amplify student learning by bringing in an expert from the field to discuss and support what students are learning. We will discuss strategies on how to implement this within K-16 classrooms and how it aligns with project-based learning. Last, we will dive into the Expert Expedition to learn more about how we can use various texts and curricula to implement and amplify the Expert Effect strategy for our classrooms and students.
Guest Bios: Together, Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney are 4th and 5th-grade teachers...2022-05-1337 min
The Shut Up and Teach PodcastA Conversation with Zach Rondot and Grayson MckinneyGrayson McKinney and Zach Rondot are the authors of the book "The Expert Effect". This is one of my favorite educational books that I've ever read, and so I'm honored that they took time out of their day to talk education. On this episode we discuss their books and influences both inside and outside of education. Enjoy!
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Zach Rondot: Twitter - https://twitter.com/MrRondot Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zachrondot/
Elijah Carbajal...2022-05-1131 min
Punk Rock ClassroomsS3 Collaboration 05 with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot (The Expert Effect)One of the awesome things we would see in punk is at shows when musicians from different bands would join forces on stage or when one of your favorite punk singers would lend their growl to some gang vocals on another band's record.
We wanted to create that same thing here at PRC.
On this punk rock collaboration, Mike chats with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot! They two are elementary educators and teach just down the hall from one another. They recently released their book, The Expert Effect. Their book is all about breaking down the walls of your classroom...2022-03-0727 min
The 5th-Grade FuturistsNew Year's Resolutions by the Fifth-Grade FuturistsJohn Spencer, educator and voice of The Creative Classroom Podcast has inspired us with some “Slime-y rhetoric.” Using this SLIME acronym, the Fifth-Grade Futurists have laid out their 2022 resolutions. Come listen! Music Credit: Intro Music, "Dreams" by VioletteOutro Music, "Copyright" by Sophia2022-01-0413 min
The Innovator's Mindset PodcastWho We Surround Ourselves With - 2021 Highlights from The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast (Part 3 of 4)Who we surround ourselves is often who we become! I talk about this in the introduction and then you see the amazing educators that had great advice this year!
Connecting and Elevating as a Leader - A Convo With Yasmeen Robbins - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGFY7wbRJ9s
When we lead with questions, we have the opportunity to dig deeper and understand why something is going on. Taking a moment allows us to see the human side. Yasmeen Robbins talks about leading with questions and her and George Couros go into how this connects to the way...2021-12-2629 min
Fresh Air At FiveTruth & Reconciliation Week FAAF 39Welcome to FreshAirAtFive (FAAF) Podcast - Episode 39I’m your host, Bryon CarpenterIn this episode, I share my daily reflection posted on Twitter @bryoncar, from Sept 27th to October 1st, 2021I reflect on these podcast episode from my listens on the:27th: The Innovator's Mindset Podcast S2E38 "Being Your Authentic Self - A Convo with Deontay Torres"; The Ignite EdTech Podcast E65 "Travis Goulter"28th: Just a Teacher Podcast with @TravGoulter E37 "The Family Classroom with Katie Kinder"; I reflect on Orange Shirt Day29th: Got TechED Podcast E95 "12 Websites that Teachers Shoul...2021-10-0233 min
FreshAirAtFiveTruth & Reconciliation Week FAAF 39Welcome to FreshAirAtFive (FAAF) Podcast - Episode 39
I’m your host, Bryon Carpenter
In this episode, I share my daily reflection posted on Twitter @bryoncar, from Sept 27th to October 1st, 2021
I reflect on these podcast episode from my listens on the:
27th: The Innovator's Mindset Podcast S2E38 "Being Your Authentic Self - A Convo with Deontay Torres"; The Ignite EdTech Podcast E65 "Travis Goulter"
28th: Just a Teacher Podcast with @TravGoulter E37 "The Family Classroom with Katie Kinder"; I reflect on Orange Shirt Day
29th: Got T...2021-10-0233 minThe Innovator's Mindset PodcastSeptember 2021 Highlights from the #InnovatorsMindset #PodcastWe had an incredible group of educators AND even a student on the podcast in September! I hope you enjoy learning from them! As always, I start off with a bit of a personal story and I hope you enjoy it!
Description & Timecodes:
0:00 Intro from George Couros
5:54 Deontay Torres
8:43 Allyson Apsey
9:07 Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot
10:11 Morgane Michael
10:40 Bryon Carpenter
11:36 bit.do/BOAT
12:41 Stacey Wood
21:06 Stephanie Rothstein
22:32 Dr. Jared Smith
23:23 Outro
Deontay Torres
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m19hPLb7UmE
Hear the advice that Deontay Torres, a recently graduated high school student, shares about being honest to ourselves. “No...2021-10-0123 minThe Innovator's Mindset PodcastThe Expert Effect - A Convo with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot S2 EP39There are two big ideas covered in this episode with Grayson McKinney and Zach Rondot - how do we connect with experts and how do we get our learners to share their expertise as well? Mckinney and Rondot share how they got started and the beginning stages of their work. McKinney and Rondot start off this podcast with a reflection on the year they spent co-teaching 56 students in one expanded classroom which leads to a powerful conversation about changing the experience of the classroom by changing the experience of the teacher. Rondot also shares how he started his class podcast...2021-09-2646 minThe Innovator's Mindset Podcast3 Questions on Educators that Inspire w/ Grayson McKinney & Zach Rondot - #InnovatorsMindset PodcastGrayson McKinney and Zach Rondot are two amazing educators who focus on connecting learners with experts, help learners teach as experts, and then create opportunities for learners to share their expertise with others! In this episode of Three Questions, McKinney and Rondot answer these questions:
Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?
What advice would you give your first-year teacher-self?
Links:
Grayson McKinney Twitter - https://twitter.com/GMcKinney2?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
Zach Rondot Twitter - https://twitter.com/MrRondot?ref_src...2021-09-0211 min
Aspire to Lead159. The Expert Effect: Featuring Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinneyWhat is the best way to prepare our students for future ready careers and enhance their essential skills? This week’s guests, Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney, share the importance of providing students with real world problems, providing outside experts, and letting them explore unique and creative solutions.
In this episode, we also discuss:
Misconceptions of Project Based Learning
Gathering experts outside of the school
Assessing projects and providing feedback
And their new book, The Expert Effect
About Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney:
Zach Rondot is a passionate fourth-grade teacher in Tro...2021-08-1631 min
Let's K12 BetterEngaging The Expert Effect with Grayson McKinney and Zach RondotSchool should be a place where kids love to go, not a place where kids have to go. But what can educators (and even parents) do to engage students in learning that truly speaks to their interests? How can we bring in outside content experts to expand our lessons beyond the textbook and create lasting memories for our young people?We sat down with The Expert Effect co-authors Grayson McKinney - a fifth grade teacher, technology facilitator, educational writer, speaker, and Zach Rondot - a fourth grade teacher, presenter, and Oakland County Elementary Teacher of the year.2021-06-2248 min
Podcast for Leaderful SchoolsReimagining Teaching and Learning: Designing Implementation PlansBob Maxfield and Suzanne Klein spoke with Larry Thomas, facilitator of the Galileo Institute’s professional learning series on Re-imagining Teaching and Learning, to reflect on the workshops as well as hear his perspective on the challenges facing educators moving forward. Fourteen school district teams of teachers and administrators attended the six-session series, with Oakland University School of Education and Human Services faculty and Intermediate School District leadership staff serving as thought partners. Utilizing the topics of rebuilding trusting relationships, quality instruction, equity, technology, and systems thinking, teams assessed what would be helpful to their educational systems, their schools, the...2021-06-1830 min
Wired EducatorThe Expert Effect, an Interview with Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinneyIn this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney about their brand new book, The Expert Effect: A Three-Part System to Break Down the Walls of Your Classroom and Connect Your Students to the World. I love this book. The Expert Effect includes practical teaching strategies and QR code links to resources and templates that make it easy to integrate this system into your curriculum. Regardless of the grade level you teach, you'll find inspiration and ideas that will help you engage your students in an unforgettable way. Listen to this episode to...2021-06-031h 01
The 5th-Grade FuturistsBeyond Black History Month Episode 6: The Boys Talk SportsIn this episode, John, Gabe, and Noah channel their passion for sports and discuss some of the amazing contributions Black Americans have made to the games we know and love today.2021-05-1407 minPodcast for Leaderful SchoolsGrayson McKinney: Resetting Teaching and Learning for the Imagination AgeIn their podcast conversation, Dr. Bob Maxfield and Dr. Suzanne Klein invite Grayson McKinney to reprise the highlights of his presentation at the “Resetting” Teaching and Learning beyond the pandemic professional development series, sponsored by the Galileo Institute at Oakland University. Grayson reflects on the current challenges in education and proposes a design for teaching that emphasizes deep learning opportunities and increased student engagement, moving beyond the Information Age to the Imagination Age.Grayson’s leadership is shaped by his commitment to ongoing professional growth. He received a bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University, and both his maste...2021-05-0428 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsBeyond Black History Month Episode 5: Dr. Seuss' Racist PastJuliana, Jack, and Noah discuss the latest racist controversy about Theodore Geisel Seuss, a.k.a. Dr. Seuss. Kids need to know about the hurtful imagery and ideas espoused by the author and the difference between learning from their mistakes and carrying on with ignorant stereotypes.2021-04-2007 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsBeyond Black History Month Episode 4: Mighty Brave GirlsIn this episode, the 5th-grade Futurists explore the important lives and legacies of three extraordinary women who have fought for freedom and equality for People of Color and explore a poem written by another brave girl, Amanda Gorman.2021-04-0610 min
The 5th-Grade FuturistsBeyond Black History Month Episode 3: What is Woke?The 5th-Grade Futurists share insights on the Civil Rights era, as well as what it means to be woke.2021-03-2507 min
The 5th-Grade FuturistsBeyond Black History Month Episode 2: We Are Our HistoryFor every fight that's been fought to protect and continue the despicable of slavery, there have also been acts of resistance. In this episode, John, Jason, Olivia, Juliana, and Noah share why it's important to learn our history, and how to use our voices to fight for that in which we believe.2021-03-2209 min
The 5th-Grade FuturistsBeyond Black History Month Episode 1: From Enslavement to EmancipationWelcome to Season 3 of our classroom production. In this episode of the Fifth Grade Futurists Podcast, we learn from Gabe and Noah about the early years of slavery in America, discuss some powerful quotes, and share a poem by Mahogany L. Browne.Cover design by MilesMusic selection by Olivia2021-03-1012 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsIs Social Media Making Us More Narcissistic?The New York Times has been posting fresh writing prompts every school day for over a decade now, and every so often they create a themed collection like this one. Over the next few episodes, the 5th-Grade Futurists will be talking about the intersection between technology and the lives of kids like them. We hope they’ll inspire you to consider these issues and reflect by Tweeting us back at @GMcKinney2. So dive in and listen to the answers these students have come up with to the questions that have most inspired us to reflect on who we are an...2019-11-2506 min
M&A UnpluggedStreamlining your Business Collaborations and PartnershipsIn this episode, Domenic and Jonathan Banta discuss: Jonathan's experience in preparing and selling business The importance of earn outs when creating a partner relationship What he learned from previous transactions of businesses about sale process, diligence, and integration How to streamline the process of collaborating different businesses. Key Takeaways: There was a seamless integration due to familiarity and synergistic relationships Need to select the appropriate partner and make sure values and ideas are aligned with your partner, as to prevent remorse Be happy with what you get with clients and assume you will not get an ea...2019-08-1344 min
Social LEADia: Celebrating Awesome on and offlineEpisode 10: 4th Grade Innovators & 5th Grade Futurists (Student Podcasting)In this episode Grayson McKinney (@GMcKinney2) and Zach Rondot (@mrrondot) and I talk about the "4th Grade Innovators" and the "5th Grade Futurists" and their journey to podcasting with their students. Be sure to check out the podcasts and connect with them. 2019-06-1715 min
The 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 012Circuses must STOP animal cruelty now. Here in Michigan, the United States, and the world. Listen to these 5th graders explain why. Episode cover art by Olivia C.2019-06-0607 min
Orset RSSGrayson (31): Cycling made the dream come trueCycling may be a door opener as it was for Grayson from South Africa. Now he got is own company in McKinney and living a true American Dream.2019-04-2329 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 011Have you ever thought about starting your own podcast? In this episode, our 5th-grade Futurists will explain how they got their start, and how you can too!2019-03-2604 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 010It's Shark Week in Room 14! For the Fifth-Grade Futurists 10th episode, we take on the topic of sharks: friend or foe? Do we have more to fear from them, or them from us? You be the judge after listening to Evan, Owen, and Faith explain why they think these apex predators are nothing more than cute and cuddly critters!2019-03-1904 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 009Today, the fifth grade futurists will take you on a journey below the sea... Well, at least to Sea World.... And there, they will share with you their opinion on whether or not Orca Whales should be kept in captivity and forced to entertain us. Spoiler alert! They don't think that they should. Listen to find out about the united nations' global goals for a better future, specifically looking at life below water and learn about the conditions that our gentle giant friends are forced to endure.2019-03-1205 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 008From poisoning and injuring marine life to harming human health, from littering our beaches and landscapes to clogging our waste streams and landfills, the exponential growth of plastics is now threatening the survival of our planet. In episode 008, we'll learn about how we can and should be innovating the way we use single-use plastic bags from 5th-grade experts Eric, Chloe, and Ellison.2019-03-0404 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 007In this latest episode of The 5th-Grade Futurists, you'll hear a creative take on the traditional classroom podcast. Instead of a scripted conversation, you'll hear Ryan, Roberto, and Ekaansh debate off the cuff about the impact of plastics on the environment, and the alternatives that may usher in a better future!2019-02-2514 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 006The latest episode of The 5th-Grade Futurists includes passionate interviews with Chase, Saanvi, Olivia, and Colin. They will be discussing zoos and the potential harm that they can cause. It will make you rethink your next family outing for sure!2019-02-1803 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 005In episode 005, we'll learn about how we can save the animals we love such as tigers, otters, and blue macaws, by preserving life on land. Our 5th-grade experts featured in this episode are Colin, Ellison, Chloe, and Chase. 2019-02-1104 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 004In today's episode, you will hear 5th-grade students who were asked to research a topic close to their heart, and become an advocate for change through their agency. In episode 004, we'll hear from Michael, Van, and Faith, who have done some research into the UN's global goals for sustainable development surrounding health and well-being.2019-02-0404 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 003In today's episode, you will hear 5th-grade students talking about the issues that they care most deeply about, and the things that they want to take action on in order to make the world a better place. In episode 003, we'll catch up with Ashwin, Ryan, Saanvi, and Ekaansh as they advocate for the 11th, 13th, and 17th global goals: Making cities inclusive, safe, and sustainable as well as taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.2019-01-2504 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 002In episode 002, we'll check in with Olivia, Evan, Owen, and Ben, as they discuss threats that are facing many of Earth's animals, above and below the water. 2019-01-1410 minThe 5th-Grade FuturistsThe Fifth-Grade Futurists: Episode 001In this episode, you will hear from 5th-graders Eric, Roberto, Emma, and Olivia, explaining why the world needs to secure a quality education for all, while ridding itself of gender discrimination and poverty.2019-01-0904 min
Unlock Free Audiobook in Mysteries & Thrillers, SuspenseThe Devil Orders Takeout by Bill A. Brier | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: The Devil Orders Takeout
Author: Bill A. Brier
Narrator: Joe Van Riper
Format: Unabridged
Length: 10 hrs and 12 mins
Language: English
Release date: 09-18-17
Publisher: William Brier
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense
Summary:
A tax attorney with integrity...a powerful mobster determined to bend his will.
Grayson Bolt isn't about to compromise his integrity to help a notorious crime boss escape the cross-hairs of the IRS. But there's a steep price to pay for defying The Man. Grayson's beloved wife and older son.
There's only one way for Grayson to...2017-09-1910h 12