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Heather Monthie PodcastIntegrating Strength Training and Yoga into Your Wellness RoutineHeather shares strategies for integrating weightlifting and yoga into a balanced weekly schedule without feeling overwhelmed. She provides specific examples of alternating days between weight training and various types of yoga to maximize efficiency and recovery. Heather also emphasizes the importance of rest days and offers insights on how to integrate both practices throughout the day. The video is designed to help those in midlife build strong, healthy bodies that can carry them well into old age.
00:00 Introduction: Balancing Fitness and Yoga00:47 Identifying Your Fitness Profile01:23 Creating a Balanced Weekly Schedule02:33 Exploring Different Yoga...
2026-02-1203 minHeather Monthie PodcastStrength Training Over 40 (Beginner Weightlifting Guide)If you’re over 40 and ready to start strength training but don’t know where to begin, this video is for you! Join Heather as she walks you through beginner-friendly strength training movements designed to help you build muscle safely and confidently. Learn about compound movements like squats, deadlifts, shoulder presses, and lunges, all geared towards creating a strong, healthy body to carry you through midlife and beyond. Heather also covers the importance of proper form, nutrition, and recovery in achieving your fitness goals. Get started today and build the strength you need to lead an active, independent life!
2026-02-0148 minHeather Monthie PodcastThis Is Why You Keep “Getting Ready” but Never StartingStop Preparing and Start Moving: How to Break Free from the ‘Getting Ready’ Trap
Heather addresses the common issue of feeling stuck in the ‘getting ready’ phase, where constant planning and preparation replace actual action. She explains why this feels productive but ultimately hinders progress. Heather shares insights on overcoming fear, perfectionism, and procrastination, especially for those in midlife aiming to build strong, healthy bodies. She emphasizes the importance of starting with small, manageable actions and the necessity of consistency over intensity. Viewers are encouraged to take immediate steps and commit to daily movement, breaking free from the endl...
2026-01-2706 minHeather Monthie Podcast365 Day Body Transformation Challenge Explained (Is This for You?) : Operation Fit AF Info SessionOperation Fit AF: 365 Days Body Transformation Challenge Explained
Heather introduces the Operation Fit AF 365 Days Body Transformation Challenge, designed for midlife individuals seeking to build strong, healthy bodies that will last into their later years. Heather shares her personal fitness transformation journey, beginning with her decision to quit smoking and culminating in her achievements in bodybuilding competitions.
This program offers a structured yet flexible approach to achieving various fitness goals over the course of a year, emphasizing the importance of consistency and community support. The session also covers the balance framework for health, the concept...
2026-01-2039 minHeather Monthie PodcastFrom 60lbs Overweight to Bodybuilding Stage: Heather’s weight loss transformation over 40www.OPERATIONFITAF.com
I went back and forth for a while about whether I even wanted to share this. Weight, body image, fat loss — those topics can be loaded. They can bring up comparison, insecurity, and judgment. I know that. I’ve felt that. But at some point, I realized that keeping this story to myself wasn’t helping anyone, so here it is.
https://youtu.be/qBCP-aoIjWk
At 48 years old, I stepped on stage for a natural bodybuilding competition after losing 60 pounds. That number still feels strange to say out loud. What feels even strang...
2025-11-2625 minHeather Monthie PodcastOPERATION FIT AF: What If You Gave Yourself a Year?If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and barely recognized the person staring back at you, this post is for you.
Hi, I’m Heather Monthie, and I want to talk about something that’s been on my heart lately: What if you gave yourself a year?A year to stop starting over.A year to focus on you again.A year to rebuild your strength, confidence, and energy from the inside out.
This idea has resonated deeply with so many women in our community, and it’s the foundation of my newes...
2025-10-0606 minHeather Monthie Podcast7 Most Common Questions About Starting Yoga After 40 (No Flexibility Required!)Links to things mentioned in this episode:
💜 Join the Yoga By Heather Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1603581096525016
60 High-Protein Foods for Women Over 40 https://youtu.be/K9kkNq5fowQ
Peloton App (Try for 60 days free) https://www.onepeloton.com/digital/checkout/digital-gp-60d?code=MGZhODMwZDk0ZmM4NDA4MTg1OWM1MWE5NDMzM2JjOTB8NTA3MjE4ZDg2MjMxNGI5MjljYmE4ZTJkMWViMGJlYmY=
Isalean Performance Protein https://ysa.isagenix.com/en-us/shop/weight-management/isalean-performance-protein?pid=9c4ee1928e9c4dbfab628af1e4c8695e
Collagen Peptides https://amzn.to/4lf2iZD
Slow Flow Yoga for Beginners Over 40: https://www.yogastrengthacademy.com/online_store...
2025-07-1040 minHeather Monthie PodcastWhat If You Gave Yourself a Year? (Introducing Operation Fit AF)I want to pose a simple question that could change everything:
What if you gave yourself a year?
Not a week. Not a month. But one full year to focus on the one thing you’ve been wanting to do for yourself.
Your health, your energy, your strength, your confidence.
I asked myself this question in April 2024 when I decided it was time for a major reset. I wasn’t feeling like me anymore. I had gained weight. I felt off track. I didn’t feel strong, confident, or energized and I knew...
2025-06-1405 minHeather Monthie PodcastCork vs Foam Yoga Block: The Best Support for Your Yoga Practice Over 40 (& your joints!)The Best Choice for Your Yoga Practice Over 40
Wondering whether to choose a cork vs foam yoga block? In this episode, I compare the Manduka cork yoga block and Gaiam foam block side by side, so you can decide which one fits your yoga style, body needs, and budget best.
👉 Shop my favorites (affiliate links):🧱 Manduka Cork Block – https://amzn.to/43A0iUf🧘 Gaiam Foam Block – https://amzn.to/40jMM42
In this episode, Heather discusses the differences between cork vs foam yoga block, focusing on how they can support your yoga practice...
2025-05-2713 minHeather Monthie PodcastSmall Moves, Big Results: The Power of Consistent, Intentional Action [Healthy Mindset Reset]Focusing on small, consistent actions, Heather shares how these can lead to significant physical, mental, and emotional improvements. She discusses concepts from yoga philosophy, such as Saucha (cleanliness) and Pancha Koshas (layers of being), and how they can be integrated into daily routines to create lasting change. Heather also highlights the importance of mindful leadership, breaking free from all-or-nothing thinking, and setting realistic, sustainable goals. Listeners are encouraged to adopt small, intentional habits and rituals that build trust and lead to greater overall well-being.
00:00 Introduction: Overcoming Overwhelm00:33 The Power of Small Moves02:52 Yogic Wisdom for...
2025-05-1418 minHeather Monthie PodcastMove with Purpose: Why Mindless Action Is Draining Your Energy [Healthy Mindset Reset]Harnessing Intentional Movement for Energy and Purpose
In this episode of ‘Strong Body, Strong Mind, Balanced Life,’ Heather Monthie introduces the theme for May 2025: ‘Move with Intention.’ Heather discusses the impact of mindless actions on energy levels and emphasizes the importance of purposeful movement. Drawing from yoga philosophy, she explores concepts like brahmacharya (wise use of energy) and Satya (truthfulness). You are encouraged to evaluate their daily activities, let go of non-serving commitments, and create reset rituals to restore energy. Heather also highlights the significance of consistency and intentionality in building a strong, balanced life. Visit Heather’s website...
2025-05-0613 minHeather Monthie PodcastInner Strength Is Built in the Quiet Moments [Healthy Mindset Reset]👣 Your Yoga Kickstart: A Guide to Build a Stronger, More Confident, Healthier You https://yogakickstart.sorellawellness.co/
👣 Take a Zoom Yoga class with me! https://www.sorellawellness.co/schedule
Finding Strength in Stillness | Healthy Mindset Reset Series with Heather Monthie
Welcome to the Strong Body, Strong Mind, Balance Life Podcast! In this episode, Heather Monthie dives into how inner strength is cultivated in quiet moments. Part of the Healthy Mindset Reset series, this episode’s theme is about intentional stillness — be it through brief pauses or extended yoga sessions. Heather shares her personal journey and...
2025-04-3012 minHeather Monthie PodcastHigh Protein Diet for Women Over 40 | How to Meal Plan Without Losing Your MindHigh Protein Diet for Women Over 40 | How to Meal Plan Without Losing Your Mind
🥗 High Protein Diet for Women Over 40: How to Meal Plan Without Losing Your Mind
Meal planning doesn’t have to be complicated, especially when you focus on what matters most: protein.
Today, I’m sharing exactly how I create a simple, sustainable high-protein meal plan as a woman over 40. This approach has helped me build strength, support fat loss, and stay energized — without spending my entire Sunday meal prepping!
If you’re new here, I’m Heather — yoga-inspired we...
2025-04-2800 minHeather Monthie PodcastThe Power of No — Boundaries as a Form of Strength [Healthy Mindset Reset]The Power of Saying No: A Healthy Mindset Reset
In this episode of the Strong Body, Strong Mind, Balanced Life Podcast, Heather explores the often overlooked wellness practice of saying no as part of the Healthy Mindset Reset series. She explains how setting boundaries and saying no is an act of strength, not selfishness, helping to protect your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Heather shares personal experiences of overcommitting and the resulting burnout, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing what truly matters. Drawing from yoga philosophy, she encourages listeners to embrace stillness to better understand their needs and...
2025-04-2411 minHeather Monthie PodcastCalm as a Performance Tool: Strategies for High-Level Functioning [Healthy Mindset Reset]Feel Like You Again: Nutrition & Wellness Guide Rooted in Yoga Philosophy https://nutrition.sorellawellness.co/
Take a Zoom Yoga class with me! https://www.sorellawellness.co/schedule
In this episode of the healthy mindset reset series, host Heather explores the concept of using calm as a powerful performance tool. Drawing from her yoga practice and personal experiences, she discusses how calmness can enhance decision making, improve health, and help reconnect with one’s inner strength. Heather offers practical tips on incorporating calm into daily life, including taking five minutes before reacting, moving intentionally, protecting mornings, si...
2025-04-1613 minHeather Monthie PodcastFinding Strength in Stillness – The Power of Observation Over Reaction [Healthy Mindset Reset]Finding Strength in Stillness: The Power of Observation Over Reaction
In this episode of Healthy Mindset Reset, host Heather Monthie guides listeners through the concept of finding strength and clarity through observation rather than immediate reaction. Emphasizing the importance of pausing before responding to life’s challenges, she shares practical techniques for cultivating an inner witness, managing emotions consciously, and practicing intentional stillness. Listeners are encouraged to bring these practices into daily life to enhance mental clarity and emotional resilience. Tune in next week for insights on using calm as a performance tool.
https://youtu.be/zk...
2025-04-0911 minHeather Monthie PodcastStrength in Stillness: The Discipline of Doing Less [Healthy Mindset Reset]In this episode of Strong Body, Strong Mind, Balanced Life, Heather Monthie discusses the theme of ‘Finding Strength and Stillness’ for April 2025. She explores the concept of the discipline of doing less and how stillness can be a form of strength. Heather shares personal insights and challenges the cultural glorification of hustle, advocating for a conscious pause and the importance of resting without guilt. Practical tips and reflection practices are offered to help embrace stillness and move with purpose rather than panic. Heather encourages listeners to take intentional breaks, simplify their lives, and build quiet strength through mindful stillness.
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2025-04-0212 minHeather Monthie PodcastOvercoming Doubt and Building a Strong Body and Mind for the Long Term [Healthy Mindset Reset]In this episode of the Strong Body, Strong Mind, Balanced Life Podcast, Heather Monthie introduces the Healthy Mindset Reset series designed for women committed to long-term health and fitness.
The focus for March 2025 is on ‘Trusting the Process’, highlighting the importance of consistency over perfection. Heather emphasizes the concept of progressive strength, small, continuous improvements in both physical and mental health. She also shares personal insights on overcoming self-doubt and the importance of setting realistic, incremental goals. Tune in to learn how to embrace gradual progress and build lasting strength.
00:00 Welcome to the Healthy Mindset Reset...
2025-03-2615 minHeather Monthie PodcastEmbracing Acceptance: A Journey Through Guided Meditation to Chill The F OutIn today’s fast-paced world, finding moments of stillness and acceptance can often feel like a luxury. Yet, embracing acceptance is crucial to our mental and emotional well-being. In this blog post, we explore a powerful 15-minute guided meditation designed to help you embrace the affirmation, “I am accepting,” leading you toward a path of self-compassion and understanding. This meditation is brought to life by Heather from yogabyheather.com, providing a serene experience that fosters connection with oneself and the world.
https://youtu.be/RsohOtq58CQ
2025-01-2414 minHeather Monthie PodcastMind, Body, and Spirit: The Impact of 75 Days of YogaI recently completed 75 days of yoga, and in this blog post, I want to share the physical and mental results I experienced during this journey. Welcome to my corner of the internet! If you’re new here, my name is Heather, and I create content about health, wellness, fitness, adventure, and all the things I do to evolve daily.
Back in April, I set out to tackle the 75 Hard Challenge. If you’re not familiar, it’s a 75-day challenge that includes working out twice a day (45 minutes each session, with one workout being outdoors), drinking a gallon...
2024-09-2204 minHeather Monthie PodcastWhy Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: Reframing Your Mindset About Taking Time for YouLinks mentioned in this episode:
Free Goodies: https://www.heathermonthie.com/free/
Vibrant, Balanced Living Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1603581096525016
Vibrant, Balanced Living Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heathermonthie
Why Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: Reframing Your Mindset About Taking Time for You
Welcome to the very first episode of the Vibrant, Balanced Living Podcast! I’m Heather, your host and creator of this space dedicated to helping women reclaim their health, energy, and confidence. If you’re watching on YouTube, you might notice my little boy, Coal, m...
2024-09-0615 min
Beyond the Image PodcastCyber Security Tips Entrepreneurs Need to Know with Heather MonthieCyber Security Tips Entrepreneurs Need to Know with Heather Monthie Hosted by: James Patrick I got an email yesterday about what is being dubbed as the mother of all data breeches which has impacted billions of individuals. I get emails like this every other month or so. It easy to look at these big companies and think it's too far away to actually impact me. But, what if it was within your own company, email or social media account? In this episode, we're talking about what you a...
2024-01-3134 min
Drone MBAReady, Set, Drone – 8 Steps to Starting Your Drone BusinessHi friends. This is a portion of the audio for a training event I held to help you get started with your drone business. If you would like the full video recording along with the presentation file, you can request free access here: https://www.flyelectricmonarch.com/readysetdrone/
Show Notes:
Segment 1: Introduction to the Drone MBA Methodology (00:00:00 – 00:02:00)
Dr. Heather introduces the episode as an audio version of a webinar on the Drone MBA methodology.
The eight steps of the Drone MBA Methodology are outlined:
Discover Your Niche
Research the Market
Organize Your Business Planning
Na...
2024-01-3030 minDrone MBAYou Got a Drone for Christmas, Now What?Links:
United States: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) https://www.faa.gov/uas
Canada: Transport Canada’s website at tc.canada.ca
Europe: European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) at easa.europa.eu
Australia: Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) at casa.gov.au/drones
Business Strategies for Drone Pilots FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dronemba
Episode Overview: This episode of the Drone MBA podcast, hosted by Dr. Heather Monthie, offers a quick guide for new drone owners. Whether you received a drone as a gift or are considering gifting one, this episode provides essential tips and re...
2023-12-2908 minDrone MBAEssential Study Tips for Aspiring Commercial Drone PilotsI am trying out some new (to me) features in Descript. Thank you for allowing me to try out new things I am learning with this podcast! It’s been fun tinkering around, figuring out ways to make this even better!
Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dronemba
Summary Notes:
[00:00:00 – 00:04:59] Introduction and Background:
Introduction to the Drone MBA podcast, its focus.
Discussion of using software like Descript for drone content creation and video editing.
Mention of an upcoming episode on technology tools for drone businesses.
Acknowledgement of the podcast’s global...
2023-12-1214 minDrone MBAWhat is the Drone MBA Podcast?Summary Notes:
Introduction
Host: Dr. Heather Monthie
Purpose: Explanation of the podcast's content and direction in 2024.
Podcast Evolution
Original start in 2020 as "Discover Drones".
Initial content: Airspace tutorials on YouTube, later adapted to podcast format.
Background of Heather Monthie
Started a drone business.
Work with high school teachers, colleges, and universities on drone education programs.
Background in technology and aviation.
Content Focus
Transition to focusing on drone business development.
Providing tips for starting, growing, and scaling a drone business.
Mix of short and longer episodes, including free webinars.
Heather's Professional and Personal Journey
Aviation enthusiast since childhood.
Shifted from aspiring...
2023-12-0514 minDrone MBADo You Need a Commercial Drone License to Start Your Drone Business?Summary Notes
Commercial drone licensing requirements worldwide.0:11
In most countries, a commercial drone license is required to start a drone business.
Commercial drone licensing and business leadership.1:53
Commercial drone operations require a part 107 license, even if no money exchanges hands.
Leading a team in a non-licensed profession.3:21
Sharing how I lead a team of cosmetologists without being licensed. Leads a team in creating an educational program, relying on licensed professionals for expertise while taking on business responsibilities.
Starting a drone business without a license.4:55
Starting a drone business without a license can save time and money, allowing for quicker launches...
2023-11-2810 minDrone MBAKickstarting Your Drone Business Before Takeoff – marketing your business before you even get startedSummary Notes
Starting a drone business before it takes off.0:00
Dr. Heather Monthie shares tips for marketing and creating excitement for a drone business before it's fully operational.
Marketing a drone business before it's fully launched.1:28
Heather discusses the importance of mindset when starting a new business, emphasizing the need to focus on the present and avoid talking about future plans in a way that can create a false sense of accomplishment.
Heather suggests starting early marketing efforts and generating excitement around the services that will be offered, even if everything is not yet in place.
Create an opt-in offer...
2023-11-2113 minDrone MBATaking Flight: Launching Your Journey in the Drone BusinessSummary Notes
Drone industry, business, and careers.0:13
Dr. Heather Monthie, a pilot, flight instructor, consultant, and entrepreneur, launches the drone MBA podcast to discuss the business of drones.
Drone industry career opportunities.0:59
Heather Monthie aims to facilitate conversations around business opportunities in the drone industry, highlighting career paths and growing companies.
Technology trends and opportunities in aviation and education.2:28
Heather Monthie, a pilot and educator, sees opportunities in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and focuses on online platforms like YouTube and podcasts to share her expertise.
Starting and growing a drone business with industry insights.3:32
Heather Monthie plans to create a...
2023-11-1507 min
Let's Learn to Fly!11- We’re Back! And talking about drones in education at EAA Airventure in Oshkosh, WIThe podcast has been on a bit of a hiatus and I am excited to be back. Had a few changes happening, but let’s get back to the podcast!
Discover drones is your go to resource for learning about drones, drones and business, emerging drone technology and drones in STEM education. I am Dr. Heather Monthie, an FAA certificated, flight instructor, commercial pilot, remote pilot and dedicated stem educator. Join us as we discover more about drone safety, urban Air Mobility, business and education. Let’s get started.
FULL TRANSCRIPT:Hi there stranger. Welc...
2022-07-2300 min
Heather Monthie, PhDCloud Computing in Education: Disruptive and Emerging Technologies
In this episode, I share with you some resources I’ve been reading through about cloud computing and education and I share some of my own experiences in how cloud computing has enhanced education.
Resources discussed in this episode:
The Future of Disruptive Technologies by Dr. Srikanth Gadda (affiliate link)
González-Martínez, J. A., Bote-Lorenzo, M. L., Gómez-Sánchez, E., & Cano-Parra, R. (2015). Cloud computing and education: A state-of-the-art survey. Computers & Education, 80, 132-151.
30% of American adults don’t have a credit card.
If you’ve been thinking about sharing yo...
2022-02-2238 min
The Official OffSec Podcast#19: Getting comfortable with the uncomfortable in infosec with Heather MonthieHost Harbinger (Jeremy Miller) sits down with Dr. Heather Monthie, Head of Cybersecurity Training, Education, and Innovation at OffSec. In this episode, Heather highlights her diverse background in education, leadership, and technology and how this allows her to improve initiatives at OffSec. Then, she details the intersection of teaching and learning in the classroom and how this relates in OffSec courses. Harbinger and Monthie additionally dive into the importance of being a lifelong learner in the cybersecurity industry and the best way to create a safe learning environment. Finally, they wrap up by emphasizing the significance of continuing to...
2022-01-2636 min
Heather Monthie, PhDLeadership in the Digital Age (announcing Leadership 5.0)Welcome to 2022! I am very excited to announce the re-brand of my podcast! We’ll be talking more about leadership in the digital age, digital culture, and innovation. In this episode, I share with you a little about where my cybersecurity content is moving (I’ll be able to share that more later) and how we’re […]The post Leadership in the Digital Age (announcing Leadership 5.0) appeared first on Heather Monthie, PhD.
2022-01-0409 min
Heather Monthie, PhDAre coding and cybersecurity bootcamps worth it?Are cybersecurity and coding boot camps worth it? Let’s discuss! I have nearly 20 years of experience in technology education leadership as a Dean, Vice President, and Professor. I’ve helped thousands of people start and advance their tech careers over the years. This is just my opinion based on my previous experiences. Nothing guarantees an […]
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2021-09-1714 minHeather Monthie, PhDSwitching from Healthcare to Cybersecurity: Answering Your Cybersecurity Career Questions
“How do I leave a career in healthcare to go into cybersecurity? I love what I do, but am definitely ready for a change. What kind of experience do I need to get? I already have a master’s degree so I don’t really want to go back to school for another degree.”
Remember: “The resume gets you the interview; the interview gets you the job.” – Heather Monthie, PhD
TRANSCRIPT:
Hello, and welcome back to my podcast, my YouTube channel, my Instagram page, LinkedIn Facebook page, wherever it is that you are watching this v...
2021-09-0914 minHeather Monthie, PhDBecoming an Adjunct Professor – What I wish I knew before starting my first adjunct position
Download the Technology Toolkit for Online Educators, Coaches, Consultants, and Experts working to create an online education-based business here:
https://bit.ly/TechToolkitforEDU
Join the Edupreneurs Online community to discuss your online teaching career/business
https://bit.ly/EdupreneursOnline
Schedule some time with Heather to review your resume for teaching IT/InfoSec/Software Development online teaching https://www.heathermonthie.com/work-with-me/
What I wish I knew before I got my first adjunct teaching position as an IT instructor. So in this video, what I wanted to do i...
2021-08-2006 minHeather Monthie, PhDCybersecurity Career Roadmap – How to plan your career in cybersecuritySchedule some time with Heather to review your resume for teaching IT/InfoSec/Software Development online teaching https://www.heathermonthie.com/work-with-me/ Cybersecurity domain map https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/cybersecurity-domain-map-ver-30-henry-jiang/www.Cyberseek.orgNIST Cybersecurity Workforce Framework https://niccs.cisa.gov/workforce-development/cyber-security-workforce-framework Think about your cybersecurity career roadmap. So in this video, I’m going to share with you a couple of different resources that you can use to help plan out your cybersecurity […]The post Cybersecurity Career Roadmap – How to plan your career in cybersecurity appeared first on Heather Monthie, PhD.
2021-08-1900 minHeather Monthie, PhDHow to Use Linkedin to Find Online IT Teaching Jobs
Read the blog post here: https://www.heathermonthie.com/how-to-use-linkedin-to-find-online-it-teaching-positions/
Download the Technology Toolkit for Online Educators, Coaches, Consultants, and Experts working to create an online education-based business here:https://bit.ly/TechToolkitforEDU
Join the Edupreneurs Online community to discuss your online teaching career/businesshttps://bit.ly/EdupreneursOnline
Schedule some time with Heather to review your LinkedIn profile for teaching IT/InfoSec/Software Development online teaching https://www.heathermonthie.com/work-with-me/
How to use LinkedIn to find online IT teaching jobs.
So in this video, I’m g...
2021-08-1811 min
Cyber Rants - The Refreshingly Real Cybersecurity PodcastEpisode #39 - Combining Passion and Career with Heather Monthie, PhDThis week, the guys welcome Heather Monthie, PhD, who's illustrious career has blended her passions for cybersecurity, aviation, and education. She has been an integral part of K-12 and university education systems, developing STEM programs that build a stronger technology workforce.Heather shares her insight about the world of cybersecurity education, plus valuable advice and resources for anyone looking to work toward a career in technology. Learn more about Heather: www.heathermonthie.com.Find her podcast: www.CyberCoffeeTalk.comPick up your copy of Cyber Rants on Amazon.
2021-08-1631 minHeather Monthie, PhDMy Response to “Why Millennials Are Leaving 6-Figure Tech Jobs” by CNBC – Hint Gen X and Baby Boomers have already been doing this
So let’s talk about the great resignation in tech.
Download the Technology Toolkit for Online Educators, Coaches, Consultants, and Experts working to create an online education-based business here:https://bit.ly/TechToolkitforEDU
Join the Edupreneurs Online community to discuss your online teaching career/businesshttps://bit.ly/EdupreneursOnline
this morning, I watched a video that was put on YouTube by CNBC. And it was, it was it was titled, why Millennials are leaving six figure tech jobs. And it was a pretty well done video explaining sort of, you know, th...
2021-08-1505 minHeather Monthie, PhDHow to Create a Resume or CV for Your First Online Teaching Job in IT or Cybersecurity (Advice from a former Higher Education Vice President and Dean)
Advice from a former University Dean and Higher Education Vice President on How to put Together a Resume or CV for Your First Online Teaching Job in IT or Cybersecurity
Download the Technology Toolkit for Online Educators, Coaches, Consultants, and Experts working to create an online education-based business here:
https://bit.ly/TechToolkitforEDU
Join the Edupreneurs Online community to discuss your online teaching career/business:
https://bit.ly/EdupreneursOnline
Schedule some time with Heather to review your resume for teaching IT/InfoSec/Software Development online teaching https://w...
2021-08-1207 minHeather Monthie, PhDWhat are online teaching opportunities for IT and InfoSec professionals?
Download the Technology Toolkit for Online Educators, Coaches, Consultants, and Experts working to create an online education-based business here:https://bit.ly/TechToolkitforEDU
Join the Edupreneurs Online community to discuss your online teaching career/businesshttps://bit.ly/EdupreneursOnline
You may be interested in my course answering your most frequently asked questions about developing your own online course.
Inside Higher Ed: https://careers.insidehighered.com/Higher Ed Jobs: https://www.higheredjobs.com/faculty/The Chronicle of Higher Ed https://jobs.chronicle.com/
What are some opportunities to...
2021-08-1111 minHeather Monthie, PhDBecoming an IT / Information Security / Technology Educator – Sharing my story
Download the Technology Toolkit for Online Educators, Coaches, Consultants, and Experts working to create an online education-based business here:https://bit.ly/TechToolkitforEDU
Join the Edupreneurs Online community to discuss your online teaching career/businesshttps://bit.ly/EdupreneursOnline
You may be interested in my course answering your most frequently asked questions about developing your own online course.
TRANSCRIPT:
Hello there, and welcome back to the cyber coffee talk Podcast. I am Heather Monthie, your host for this podcast, I am going to do something a little bit different...
2021-08-0911 minHeather Monthie, PhDTrailblazers: Women in Tech panel – Arizona Technology Council [REPLAY]
This episode is a replay of a live podcast I was on where 2 other women and myself shared our experiences and stories about being a woman in tech. This episode originally aired in June on the Arizona Technology Council’s Tech Cast. I am sharing with you the full episode here with full permission to do so. Enjoy!
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2021-08-0556 minHeather Monthie, PhDCybersecurity for high school students with Manny Felix, Founder & CEO of the AZ Cyber Initiative
Manny Felix, Founder & CEO – AZ Cyber InitiativeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuel-felix-0468a1bb/Website: https://azcyber.org/Make a donation today! https://azcyber.org/donate/ AZ Cyber Initiative Social Media Links:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/az-cyber-initiative/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/azcyberinitiative/Twitter: https://twitter.com/az_cyberFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AZCyberInitiative/Beginner’s Guide to Developing a High School Cybersecurity Program https://www.heathermonthie.com/shop/
In this episode, Manny and I discuss:
How he got into cybersecurity without a cybersecurity-related degree or a technical backgroundThe AZ Cyber Initiative and it’s goals...
2021-06-1739 minHeather Monthie, PhDQuantum Computing, Ransomware, Password Managers, and Getting Started with a Career in Cybersecuritywww.CyberCoffeeTalk.com I got to see IBM’s Quantum Computer – the System One! https://www.heathermonthie.com/ibm-quantum-computer-system-one/ How to protect your organization from ransomware https://www.heathermonthie.com/how-to-protect-your-organization-from-ransomware/ Sign up to be the first notified when my new cybersecurity education book is available! Listen to this episode at: https://www.heathermonthie.com/quantum-computing-ransomware-password-managers-and-getting-started-with-a-career-in-cybersecurity/ Join in the Cyber Coffee Talk Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/cybercoffeetalk/ Topics covered in today’s podcast: […]
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2021-05-2735 minHeather Monthie, PhDHow to protect your organization from ransomware
Sign up to be the first notified when my new cybersecurity education book is available!
Cybersecurity Training for Employees Book
Listen to this episode at https://www.heathermonthie.com/how-to-protect-your-organization-from-ransomware/
Join in the Cyber Coffee Talk Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/cybercoffeetalk/
Ransomware’s Triple Extortion https://threatpost.com/ransomwares-swindle-triple-extortion/166149/
An undercover interview: Applying for a Job with a Ransomware Gang https://cybernews.com/security/how-we-applied-to-work-with-ransomware-gang/
NIST Releases Tips and Tactics for Dealing with Ransomware https://www.nist.gov/news-events/news/2021/05/nist-releases-tips-and-tactics-dealing-ransomware
Detailed Fact Sheet to...
2021-05-1819 minHeather Monthie, PhD8 Practical Steps for Starting or Changing Your Cybersecurity Career – even during a pandemic
Build your online presence.Cultivate existing relationships.Be clear on what you want from your career.Stand out from the crowd online.Find a mentor or coach.Start up other projects.Be open to short term work.POSSIBLY invest in more education.
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2021-03-0900 minDrone MBAPractical Tips for Implementing a Drone ProgramReview of the article "Practical Pedagogy for Embedding Drone Technology into a Business and Computing Curriculum"
Download the Part 107 study guide: https://www.flyelectricmonarch.com/product/faa-part-107-written-exam-what-to-study/
You can listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube video here:
https://youtu.be/Eot9MB1eWSg
Links: Kuzma, J., Robinson, A., Dobson, K., & Law, J. (2018). Practical Pedagogy for Embedding Drone Technology into a Business and Computing Curriculum. Journal of Education and Human Development, 7(3), 1-9.
Use of drones has expanded outside of military into business applications across multiple industries (Antanasov, 2006)European Commission performed an impact report and found that by 2025 drones...
2020-08-2528 minLet's Learn to Fly!Library Drone Delivery – The Library of the FutureThis podcast episode is a replay from my previous podcast that was focused on STEM education. I decided to repost it in this podcast, because it gives you a few new ideas of what we can do with drone technology.
The research article I summarized can be found here. You can also read my blog post on my personal blog to get some additional information.
Full transcript:
0:00Discover drones is your go to resource for learning about drones, drones in business, emerging drone technology and drones in STEM education. I am Dr...
2020-08-1800 minDrone MBALibrary Drone Delivery – The Library of the FutureThis podcast episode is a replay from my previous podcast that was focused on STEM education. I decided to repost it in this podcast, because it gives you a few new ideas of what we can do with drone technology.
The research article I summarized can be found here. You can also read my blog post on my personal blog to get some additional information.
Full transcript:
0:00Discover drones is your go to resource for learning about drones, drones in business, emerging drone technology and drones in STEM education. I am Dr. Heather Monthie, an FAA certificated flight instructor, commercial...
2020-08-1717 minLet's Learn to Fly!How to Identify Class E Airspace on a VFR Sectional Chart for Remote PilotsShownotes with links and video are available at: https://www.letsflyaz.com/how-to-identify-class-e-airspace-on-a-vfr-sectional-chart-for-remote-pilots/
Join Heather’s Student Pilot community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/Part107StudyGroup/
This episode is a free preview of my course “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” available at: https://learn.letsflyaz.com/p/understanding-airspace-for-remote-pilots
Download your free FAA Part 107 Exam Study Guide https://www.letsflyaz.com/free-faa-part-107-exam-study-guide/
https://youtu.be/pWMZwBwcp8s
How to Identify Class E Airspace on a VFR Sectional Chart for Remote Pilots
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2020-08-0907 minLet's Learn to Fly!What is Class A Airspace for Remote Pilots?Class A airspace is not something on the Part 107 exam, but I think all pilots should be familiar with the regulations on Class A. In this episode, I share the audio from my what is Class A airspace video on my “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” course.
Shownotes with links and video are available at: https://www.letsflyaz.com/what-is-class-a-airspace-for-remote-pilots/
Join Heather's Student Pilot group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/Part107StudyGroup/
This episode is a free preview of my course “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” available at: https://learn.letsflyaz.com/p/understand...
2020-08-0304 minDrone MBAWhat is Class A Airspace for Remote Pilots?Class A airspace is not something on the Part 107 exam, but I think all pilots should be familiar with the regulations on Class A. In this episode, I share the audio from my what is Class A airspace video on my “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” course.
Shownotes with links and video available at: https://www.flyelectricmonarch.com/how-to-use-skyvector-for-drone-pilots
Join the Electric Monarch Drone Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/Part107StudyGroup/
This episode is a free preview of my course “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” available at: https://bit.ly/FAAAirspace .
Download your...
2020-08-0204 minLet's Learn to Fly!How to Use SkyVector for Drone PilotsSkyVector is a valuable tool for all pilots to read FAA VFR sectional charts. In this episode, I share the audio from my How to Use SkyVector for Drone Pilots video on my “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” course.
Shownotes with links and video available at: https://www.letsflyaz.com/how-to-use-skyvector-for-drone-pilots/
Join Heather's Student Pilot communitu on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/Part107StudyGroup/
This episode is a free preview of my course “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” available at: https://learn.letsflyaz.com/p/understanding-airspace-for-remote-pilots
Download your free FAA Part 107 Study Guide e-book he...
2020-07-2720 minDrone MBAHow to Use SkyVector for Drone PilotsSkyVector is a valuable tool for all pilots to read FAA VFR sectional charts. In this episode, I share the audio from my How to Use SkyVector for Drone Pilots video on my “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” course.
Shownotes with links and video available at: https://www.flyelectricmonarch.com/how-to-use-skyvector-for-drone-pilots
Join the Electric Monarch Drone Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/Part107StudyGroup/
This episode is a free preview of my course “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” available at: https://bit.ly/FAAAirspace .
Download you...
2020-07-2720 minLet's Learn to Fly!How to Use the FAA Computer Testing Supplement for the Part 107 ExamShownotes with links and video available at: https://www.letsflyaz.com/how-to-use-the-faa-computer-testing-supplement-for-the-part-107-exam/
Join Heather's Student Pilot Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/Part107StudyGroup/
This episode is a free preview of my course “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” available at: https://learn.letsflyaz.com/p/understanding-airspace-for-remote-pilots
Download your free FAA Part 107 Study Guide e-book here: https://www.letsflyaz.com/free-faa-part-107-exam-study-guide/
https://youtu.be/SXl6wq2p_PI
How to Use the FAA Computer Testing Supplement for the Part 107 Exam
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Discover drones is your go to resource for learning about drones, drones in business, emergi...
2020-07-2112 minLet's Learn to Fly!What are typical FAA Part 107 questions about VFR charts?Shownotes with links and video available at: https://www.letsflyaz.com/what-are-typical-faa-part-107-questions-about-vfr-charts/
This episode is a free preview of my course “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” available at: https://learn.letsflyaz.com/p/understanding-airspace-for-remote-pilots
Download your free FAA Part 107 Study Guide e-book here: https://www.letsflyaz.com/free-faa-part-107-exam-study-guide/
https://youtu.be/apTGY77swH0
What are typical FAA Part 107 questions about VFR charts?
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is your go to resource for learning about drones, drones in business, emerging drone technology
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and drones in STEM education. I am Dr. Heather Monthie, an FAA certificated flight instructor, commercial pilo...
2020-07-2113 minLet's Learn to Fly!What is the fastest way to get an airspace authorization for remote pilots?Shownotes with links and video available at: https://www.letsflyaz.com/what-is-the-fastest-way-to-get-an-airspace-authorization-for-remote-pilots/
Join Heather's Student Pilot community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/Part107StudyGroup/
This episode is a free preview of my course “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” available at: https://learn.letsflyaz.com/p/understanding-airspace-for-remote-pilots
Download your free FAA Part 107 Study Guide e-book here: https://www.letsflyaz.com/free-faa-part-107-exam-study-guide/
https://youtu.be/lMYggF66ZpI
What is the fastest way to get an airspace authorization for remote pilots?
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Discover drones is your go to resource for learning about drones, drones in business, emerging drone tech...
2020-07-2106 minLet's Learn to Fly!Getting Started With Drones in STEM Education – Discover Drones PodcastIn this episode of the Discover Drones Podcast, I share with you the audio from the “Getting Started with Drones in STEM Education” webinar in July, 2020.
Getting Started with Drones in STEM Education
Download this episode to listen to the webinar in full. There is a PowerPoint presentation that accompanied this webinar. If you’d like the visual, you can see the webinar on my YouTube channel. Each video is a snippet of the full presentation.
If you’re interested in learning more about Drones in STEM education, please join our Drones in STEM education Facebook group!
https://youtu.be/tzztkfUQ...
2020-07-2100 minDrone MBAHow to Use the FAA Computer Testing Supplement for the Part 107 ExamShownotes with links and video available at: https://www.flyelectricmonarch.com/how-to-use-the-faa-computer-testing-supplement-for-the-part-107-exam/
Join the Electric Monarch Drone Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/Part107StudyGroup/
This episode is a free preview of my course “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” available at: https://bit.ly/FAAAirspace .
Download your free FAA Part 107 Study Guide e-book here: https://bit.ly/FAAPart107TestPrep
Listen to more great podcast episodes at www.DiscoverDronesPodcast.com
https://youtu.be/SXl6wq2p_PI
How to Use the FAA Computer Testing Supp...
2020-07-2112 minDrone MBAWhat are typical FAA Part 107 questions about VFR charts?Shownotes with links and video available at: https://www.flyelectricmonarch.com/what-are-typical-faa-part-107-questions-about-vfr-charts/
This episode is a free preview of my course “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” available at: https://bit.ly/FAAAirspace .
Download your free FAA Part 107 Study Guide e-book here: https://bit.ly/FAAPart107TestPrep
Listen to more great podcast episodes at www.DiscoverDronesPodcast.com
https://youtu.be/apTGY77swH0
What are typical FAA Part 107 questions about VFR charts?
0:00Discover drones
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2020-07-2113 minDrone MBAWhat is the fastest way to get an airspace authorization for remote pilots?Shownotes with links and video available at: https://www.flyelectricmonarch.com/what-is-the-fastest-way-to-get-an-airspace-authorization/
Join the Electric Monarch Drone Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/Part107StudyGroup/
This episode is a free preview of my course “Airspace and VFR Sectional Charts for Drone Pilots” available at: https://bit.ly/FAAAirspace .
Download your free FAA Part 107 Study Guide e-book here: https://bit.ly/FAAPart107TestPrep
Listen to more great podcast episodes at www.DiscoverDronesPodcast.com
https://youtu.be/lMYggF66ZpI
What is the fastest way to get an airspace authorization for remote pilots?
0:00Discover drones is your go to resource for lear...
2020-07-2106 minDrone MBAGetting Started With Drones in STEM Education – Discover Drones PodcastIn this episode of the Discover Drones Podcast, I share with you the audio from the "Getting Started with Drones in STEM Education" webinar in July, 2020.
Getting Started with Drones in STEM Education
Download this episode to listen to the webinar in full. There is a PowerPoint presentation that accompanied this webinar. If you'd like the visual, you can see the webinar on my YouTube channel. Each video is a snippet of the full presentation.
If you're interested in learning more about Drones in STEM education, please join our Drones in STEM education Facebook group!
https://youtu.be/tzztkfUQ1Xc
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2020-07-2045 minDrone MBAOshkosh 2020 is cancelled, so I am starting the Discover Drones PodcastEAA Airventure (Or “Oshkosh” to aviation enthusiasts, or just “EAA to locals”) has been cancelled this year due to the on-going pandemic. This is arguably the best aviation event any aviation enthusiast could possibly attend filled with 500,000-600,000 aviation enthusiasts from around the world. This is an event that started out for experimental aircraft aviation enthusiasts, usually homebuilders. Over the years, it has expanded to commercial aviation, general aviation, military aviation, and unmanned aviation. (Unmanned aviation is exactly what this new podcast is about!)
I grew up just a few miles north of the Oshkosh. Fueled my love of aviation all grow...
2020-07-2011 minLet's Learn to Fly!Oshkosh 2020 is cancelled, so I am starting the Discover Drones PodcastEAA Airventure (Or “Oshkosh” to aviation enthusiasts, or just “EAA to locals”) has been cancelled this year due to the on-going pandemic. This is arguably the best aviation event any aviation enthusiast could possibly attend filled with 500,000-600,000 aviation enthusiasts from around the world. This is an event that started out for experimental aircraft aviation enthusiasts, usually homebuilders. Over the years, it has expanded to commercial aviation, general aviation, military aviation, and unmanned aviation. (Unmanned aviation is exactly what this new podcast is about!)
I grew up just a few miles north of the Oshkosh. Fueled my love of aviation all grow...
2020-07-2000 minHeather Monthie, PhDManaging Your Digital Presence
• Google yourself, your family, include Google Images• The focus is maintaining a good reputation.• If you have a bad digital presence, it can be fixed but it does take some work.• These are some tips to get you going on building and maintaining a positive online presence.• Check privacy settings• Get your social media accounts.o Twitter, Linkedin, Instagram, Facebook, YouTubeo Increase your activity levels on these platforms. Figure out which work best for you• Assume nothing is private. Screenshots are forever.• Don’t argue with people online• Buy your domain name...
2020-05-2719 minHeather Monthie, PhDYour Digital Spring Cleaning Checklist – Get Rid of Cyber Clutter in 10 Easy Steps!
Today’s episode, I share with you a free digital spring cleaning checklist. This is all about cleaning up your cyber clutter. Whether you’re sick and tired of not being able to find your files when you need them, you just have a lot of junk saved on your computer, or you feel like all your client information is all over the place, with some on a computer, some on your phone, and others on your ipad, in this episode, I give you all sorts of tips to help you clear your digital clutter.
Your Digital Spri...
2020-05-1116 minHeather Monthie, PhDHow to Manage Your Online Passwords
Get ready for another episode of the Tech for Regular People Podcast with me, Heather Monthie. This is THE podcast where I answer your tech questions you’ve always wanted to ask in a fun and entertaining way. You can easily ask me your questions by going to www.GoAskHeather.com Let’s get started with today’s topic!
Today’s topic is to help you figure out what it is that you should really be doing to manage all of your online passwords.
Tips:
Use STRONG passwords
Upper case, lower case, symbols...
2020-05-0517 minHeather Monthie, PhDEducational Use of Drones and the FAA’s Rules and Regulations, Women who Drone, and More Free DRONE ResourcesLinks discussed in this episode can be found here: https://www.heathermonthie.com/dronesinedu In this episode, I share with you Some updates! Women Who Drone, https://www.womenwhodrone.co Redesigned website, it’s a work in progress, easier to find things Adding more tutorials to my YouTube channel, so make sure you subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2ivAyb-wmmZp3ZpuNyrjvA?view_as=subscriber Another free resource for those of you considering […]
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2020-03-3028 minHeather Monthie, PhDFree Drone Programming Curriculum Amid Corona Virus Concerns; Medical Drones in Rwanda and InnovationWelcome to the Learning with Drones Podcast with Heather Monthie, educator, technologist, pilot, and STEM education advocate. In this episode, I share a free drone programming curriculum, the new DJI RoboMaster EP, and medical drones in Rwanda and innovation. Tynker offers free drone programming curriculum Tynker offers free drone programming curriculum to Prek-12 teachers worldwide […]
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2020-03-1723 minHeather Monthie, PhDLearning with Drones, Drones in Education, & Studying for the FAA Part 107 Written ExamWelcome to the Learning with Drones Podcast with Heather Monthie, educator, technologist, pilot, and STEM education advocate. This is the very first episode of the Learning with Drones Podcast. I’ve learned a lot about podcasting, internet marketing, SEO, and more over the past 2 years of the podcast and YouTube channel. I am going to […]
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2020-03-1023 minHeather Monthie, PhDSoft Skills Required to be Successful in STEM & STEAMSTEM Education + EdTech Resource Review STEM Education + Ed Tech Weekly #2: Maybe You Should Fly a Jet, Educators in VR, Lego Drone, Podcasting in Education STEM Careers Personal and Professional Development Soft Skills Needed to Be Successful in STEM & STEAM Technology evolves and changes the way that we work, as a result, […]
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2020-01-2727 minHeather Monthie, PhDEducational Podcasting: Reflecting on My Experiences and Finding My VoiceDownload my free e-book “Digital Resources for Edupreneurs” https://www.heathermonthie.com/resources/ I share with you 7 different thoughts and things I’ve learned over the last year and a half of podcasting. I also share my vision for the podcast in 2020 and beyond! Why I started my blog and podcast in the first place. I wanted to […]
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2020-01-0129 minHeather Monthie, PhDHow to Protect Yourself on Facebook in 2020
In this episode, I walk you through a few different security settings you can use to tighten up your Facebook privacy. You will learn how to protect yourself on Facebook in 2020. While nothing is 100% secure, you can take certain steps to protect your data!
Update your ABOUT sectionTurn off facial recognitionDon’t use Facebook to login to partner sitesHide your friends listControl who sees your posts and other personal informationDo a privacy check upTurn on extra security settingsUse a strong password that’s hard to guess
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2019-12-0112 minHeather Monthie, PhD8 Cybersecurity Resources for Small Businesses and SchoolsSchool and Small Business Security Starts with You! A few weeks ago, I spoke on a Cybersecurity panel here in Arizona. The Q&A session was filled with questions from people with varying security backgrounds on steps that small businesses and schools can take to secure their data and protect assets. So, here are 8 cybersecurity […]
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2019-10-2011 minHeather Monthie, PhD10 Cybersecurity Resources for Teachers (Books, Podcasts, & Training Courses)Links: https://www.heathermonthie.com/cybersecurity-resources-for-teachers/ National Cyberwatch K12 Cybersecurity Educator Academy http://www.edtechpolicy.org/cyberk12ARCHIVE/cybersecurityeducatoracademy.html Data Privacy in Education, an iKeepSafe Educator Training Course https://ikeepsafe.org/resources/data-privacy-in-education-an-ikeepsafe-educator-training-course/ Cyber Educators https://cyber-educators.com/ Introduction to Cybersecurity https://www.edx.org/course/introduction-to-cybersecurity Free eBook Repo on Heather’s GitHub https://github.com/DrMonthie Crypto 101 https://www.crypto101.io/ Hacking with Swift https://www.hackingwithswift.com/ Security Weekly The Cybersecurity Cast https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/herjavec-group-3/the-cybersecurity-cast/e/54753445 The Cyber Wire https://thecyberwire.com/podcasts
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2019-09-2906 minHeather Monthie, PhDHow to teach cyberbullying to students (5 Free Resources)
In this episode, I share with you 5 free resources to help you learn how to teach about cyberbullying to students.
View the corresponding blog article here
You can follow along by downloading the free section of my new High School Cybersecurity book below!
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2019-09-2207 minHeather Monthie, PhDIs STEM Education Evolving Fast Enough?
Join me in this episode where I share my thoughts on how STEM education needs to evolve a bit faster.
Read the Scientific American article I discuss in this episode.
This episode kicks off a cybersecurity education series in the podcast to help you get ready for Cybersecurity Awareness month in October!
Join my free About the T in STEM Education Community: http://bit.ly/AboutTheTinSTEMCommunity
Download your free chapter sample from Beginner’s Guide to Developing a High School Cybersecurity Program
http://bit.ly/CYBERBOOKFREESECTION
Pur...
2019-09-1613 minHeather Monthie, PhD4 Ways Technology Might Transform Education by 2029
Read full article that I discuss in this video here
Download the Technology Toolkit for Online Educators, Coaches, Consultants, and Experts working to create an online education-based business here:https://bit.ly/TechToolkitforEDU
Join the Edupreneurs Online community to discuss your online teaching career/businesshttps://bit.ly/EdupreneursOnline
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2019-09-0817 minHeather Monthie, PhDOnline Safety for Parents
Review of an Online Safety Parent’s Guide from the AZ Attorney General
As I continue to do more and more outreach in technology education, cybersecurity awareness, and workforce development, I am fortunate to meet some very passionate people who are all willing to share their work that they are doing to help educate parents about online safety.
The Arizona Attorney General, Mark Brnovich has put together a great guide to help parents understand online safety and how to talk to your teens about acceptable use of technology.
There’s also a supplement to t...
2019-08-1218 minHeather Monthie, PhDNew Book! Beginner’s Guide to Developing a High School Cybersecurity Program
About the T in STEM is back. I took June off from the podcast to focus more on getting the book done! We’ll it’s here and in this episode, I share with you what you’ll find in the book, where you can buy it, and how to get a discount on the book when you purchase from my site.
About the T in STEM was named to the list of top Education IT influencers. You can check out the full list here. Lots of other great podcasts listed here worth checking out!Getting ready to head o...
2019-07-0815 minHeather Monthie, PhDHigh School Cybersecurity Education Websites and Resources Guide
In this episode, I describe a the free guide I have available for you on this site sharing a ton of High School Cybersecurity Education Websites and Resources.
You can download the guide here or below.
Join us in the Raising Digital Pioneers Facebook group
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2019-05-2738 minHeather Monthie, PhDArtificial Intelligence in K12 Education
About the T in STEM Podcast was named one of the top 15 STEM podcasts by Feedspot! You can see the entire list of the top STEM podcasts here.Will be speaking at the CSTA conference in Phoenix in July about teaching Cybersecurity in High School grades. Two new Facebook groups:Drones in STEM EducationAbout The T in STEM Education Facebook group for the podcast to carry on the conversation
The technology that students are using today, will be the oldest technology they ever use.
What do K-12 Students Need to Learn About Artificial Intelligence?
2019-05-0143 minHeather Monthie, PhDBenefits of Interacting with Nature and Unplugging
Hi everyone! In this episode of the podcast, I share with you these couple of research articles that discuss the cognitive benefits of interacting with nature, how unplugging from technology and getting back into nature can really help “reset” us.
Links to articles in this podcast episode:
Berman, M. G., Jonides, J., & Kaplan, S. (2008). The cognitive benefits of interacting with nature. Psychological science, 19(12), 1207-1212.
Atchley, R. A., Strayer, D. L., & Atchley, P. (2012). Creativity in the wild: Improving creative reasoning through immersion in natural settings. PloS one, 7(12), e51474.
Uhls, Y...
2019-04-0823 minHeather Monthie, PhDMomo Hoax or Not, The Internet Still Has a Problem, & The Cyber EffectIf you’ve been on any sort of social media over the last two weeks, you know that the Momo challenge was making its rounds again on the internet. News feed filled up with the disgusting details of this challenge, that I won’t go into here. Then we started to see how this challenge was probably […]
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2019-03-1015 minHeather Monthie, PhDSilicon Valley Execs - Limiting Childrens Tech Use - Wait Until 8th
In this episode, I talk about the recent social media posts about Silicon Valley execs limiting the amount of technology their children use, I review a couple studies that show that tech isn’t so bad for kids, and I also share with you the Wait Until 8th movement to encourage families to wait until at least 8th grade for your first smartphone.
Links to resources in this episode:
Wait Until 8th
Wait Until 8th on Pinterest
New York Times: Steve Jobs Was a Low-Tech Parent
Smartphones are bad fo...
2019-02-0424 minHeather Monthie, PhDProgrammable Drones for STEM Education (CES 2019 Review)In this episode, I give you a quick review of CES 2019 in Las Vegas and a bit about the programmable drones for STEM education that I found. I love aviation and think it’s a great way to teach STEM. I found 2 options to help kids learn more about programming and drones at CES […]
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2019-01-2116 minHeather Monthie, PhDAre we preparing our kids for the jobs of tomorrow?
Research review: Technology in US schools: Are we preparing our kids for the jobs of tomorrow? (PWC, 2018)
Are we preparing our kids for the jobs of tomorrow? – Review of study recently completed by PWC
A recent study completed by PWC showed a gap between the digital skills business leaders need to build a future workforce and educators abilities to sufficiently prepare students to meet those demands. In this podcast episode, I break the study down, offer some of my own insight, and share some practical steps to take to help advance technology education
Bac...
2018-12-0913 minHeather Monthie, PhDHow Stan Lee helped promote STEM education through aviationIn this episode, I share with you how Stan Lee helped to promote STEM education though aviation. His new character Aviore was introduced at the EAA Airventure airshow in 2017 and the Adventures of Aviore, a new comic book was released in 2018. You can read a few other blog posts here about Stan Lee and […]
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2018-11-1912 minHeather Monthie, PhDDo technology teaching tools have an effect on the gender gap in learning to code?Do technology teaching tools have an effect on the gender gap in learning to code, interest in math, and computational thinking? In this episode, I review a recent research study that compared a Frozen-themed programming platform, Minecraft, and Angry Birds and its effect on student interest in learning to code.
Links:
Programming teaching tools and the gender gap in the Information Technology field
Girls Who Code
Black Girls Code
Cracking the Girl Code
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2018-11-0820 minHeather Monthie, PhDCoding for Kids, Hour of Code, and Code.orgI share with you the top 8 things I share with teachers considering starting a computer science, coding, or technology program in their schools. I share with you my Coding for Kids guide, some resources you can use for Hour of Code, and some resources available from Code.org to help you bring coding & computer […]
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2018-10-2219 minHeather Monthie, PhD9: Mind Your Digital Manners – How to have “The Talk” with your child about internet safetyIn this episode I go into how to have “The Talk” with your child about internet safety. I share some details about Digital Citizenship week and how to start a conversation with your child about internet safety. You can read the full article that corresponds to this podcast episode on my Linkedin blog here! Links: […]
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2018-10-1425 minHeather Monthie, PhDFBI Issues Warning for K-12 Schools, Parents, and EdTech Companies on Student Data Privacy – About the ‘T’ in STEM PodcastIn this episode of the podcast, I share with you a recent PSA the FBI has issued advising schools, parents, and EdTech companies on the issues with collecting student data, privacy, and how data can be used against students and their families.
FBI PSA from the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) | Education Technologies: Data Collection and Unsecured Systems Could Pose Risks to Students
Recommendations from the FBI:
Research and learn more about existing student and child privacy protections of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA), th...
2018-09-2412 minHeather Monthie, PhDWhen your child is curious and has strong tech skills, what can happen? – About the ‘T’ in STEM PodcastThis article was published just this last week and I think it’s probably something a lot of parents, school teachers, administrators, IT support staff, and leadership might think about but it doesn’t get a lot of attention until it becomes an issue. When 12-Year-Olds Can Breach School IT Systems, Who’s Responsible? discusses the realities that school staff and families face today.
What happens when a 12 year old is able to hack into a school IT system? Who is responsible? What should be done? What can we do to try to redirect this curious behavior?
2018-09-1711 minHeather Monthie, PhDWomen in STEM and Public Policy Panel Discussion in Phoenix, AZ – About the ‘T’ in STEM PodcastOn August 28, 2018 I was able to sit on a panel of four women who work in a STEM -related field. We shared our stories, answered questions, and just had some great discussion about being successful in our respective professions. We also each gave a 15 minute talk about our own personal history. I […]
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2018-09-1044 minHeather Monthie, PhDUsing Your Right Brain vs Left Brain, What is STEM & STEAM – Heather Monthie PodcastWelcome to episode 4 of the podcast, where I talk about using your right brain vs your left brain, and STEM vs STEAM!
Please note that when I recorded the podcast, I didn’t have a great name just yet.
In this episode, I share a bit about what the term STEM is & why it’s been the center of attention in US schools for a while now. I also share some information about why integrating the arts into STEM has helped foster innovation and creativity by looking at things from a different perspective.
If y...
2018-08-2811 minHeather Monthie, PhDEAA Airventure Oshkosh 2018 Year in Review from a STEM Educator’s Perspective – Heather Monthie PodcastIn this episode, I share my experiences at the EAA Airventure Airshow and my thoughts and perspectives on a few great STEM education resources that integrate aviation. You can read and see some pictures and videos here. Credits: Podcast intro and outro music Late Night Tales by Lee Rosevere is licensed under a Attribution License.
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2018-08-2816 minHeather Monthie, PhD2: “I didn’t grow up with technology!”: Fixed vs Growth Mindset When Learning Technology – About the ‘T’ in STEM PodcastOne thing I hear A TON is, “I didn’t grow up with technology! I will never be tech savvy.”
Eeeeek! Have you heard about Carol Dweck and her research on Fixed and Growth Mindsets as it relates to our views on our own intelligence?
While it seems like the kids in your life know a ton more than you, it’s really just that they never told themselves they couldn’t do it. In this episode of my podcast, I share with you a few stories about learning technology, some of the research behind how we view...
2018-07-1633 minHeather Monthie, PhDEpisode 1: A Complete Mind: Integrating Technology in STEM Education – An intro to the podcastWelcome to the inaugural episode of A Complete Mind: Integrating Technology in STEM Education. In this podcast, I share with you the vision for this podcast. It is an extension of my blog and is another way for you and me to connect, share ideas, have discussions, and help further technology education across all disciplines. […]
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