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The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast - "Where Purpose Meets Play and Legacy Is Built With Love”Episode 9: "Restoring What Matters"Welcome to The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast with your host Lacetia Walker. In this powerful episode, Lacetia introduces her guest, the incredibly talented Ms. Dora Kelley—a lifelong creative and advocate. Ms. Dora shares her remarkable journey from being a flower shop owner and seamstress, to designinga headstone for the legendary artist Robert S. Duncanson, who was buried in an unmarked grave for decades. Ms. Dora also discusses her inspiration, stemming from her parents, and the importance of pursuing your creative passions. Lacetia also announces the launch of her new co...
2025-11-2729 minThe Joy-Filled Educator Podcast - "Where Purpose Meets Play and Legacy Is Built With Love”"Keep Going - Your "Showing Up For Me" 21-Day Challenge Motivation"Join Lacetia Walker, an inspiring mom, educator, and host of the Joy-Filled Educator Podcast, as she shares real talk, stories, lessons, and lots of joy. In this video, Lacetia encourages listeners to keep going in their “Showing Up For Me” 21-Day Challenge, emphasizing the importance of consistency, hope, and connecting with their 'why'. She reminds everyone that growth happens one step at a time and that joy is found in progress, not perfection. Tune in for a motivational boost and stay inspired on your journey!
2025-11-0503 minThe Joy-Filled Educator Podcast - "Where Purpose Meets Play and Legacy Is Built With Love”Episode 8: "Unmuted: Finding Your Voice Again"Join host Lacetia Walker on Episode 8 of The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast as she sits down with the remarkable Dana Dickson Tate. At 66, Dana shares her inspiring story of reclaiming her creative voice after years of suppression. From Detroit to Chicago, she's an author, poet, and artist who faced significant challenges but never gave up. This episode dives deep into the journey of rediscovering one's gifts, overcoming life's obstacles, and the power of resilience. Plus, Lacetia introduces a "21 Days of Showing Up for Me" challenge to encourage listeners to take small but meaningful steps toward...
2025-10-2235 minThe Joy-Filled Educator Podcast - "Where Purpose Meets Play and Legacy Is Built With Love”Episode 7: "Back Down Memory Lane"Join host Lacetia Walker on the Joy-Filled Educator Podcast's special Episode 7, “Back Down Memory Lane.” This episode honors three remarkable retired educators – Dr. Terry Truvillion, Pamela Kent and Vanessa Dawson – who have shaped countless lives through decades of dedication and love in education. The group shares heartfelt memories, inspiring stories, and funny moments that highlight the impact they've had on students and colleagues. They also offer valuable advice for current educators and mentors. Stay tuned for insightful reflections and joyful recollections that celebrate the profound legacy of women in education!
2025-10-0845 minThe Joy-Filled Educator Podcast - "Where Purpose Meets Play and Legacy Is Built With Love”Episode 6: "Craft Time - Our First Charcuterie Board"Join Lacetia Walker and her amazing guests Paige, Trina, and Angee, in the first-ever craft show episode of the Joyful Educator Podcast! In this fun and inspiring episode, they explore the art of creating charcuterie boards filled with a variety of cheeses, meats, fruits, sweets, and more. Along the way, they share personal stories, laughs, and tips on how to make your board truly unique. Whether you're a seasoned charcuterie creator or just starting out, this episode is packed with creativity and "Joy". Grab your supplies, pour some wine, and build along with them!
2025-09-2432 minThe Joy-Filled Educator Podcast - "Where Purpose Meets Play and Legacy Is Built With Love”Episode 5 “Mentors, Sister-Friends and Lifelong Lessons 40 Years of Friendship at 60”This is Episode 5 of The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast! This is a special joy-filled episode celebrating 40 years of friendship with 5 extraordinary women and together we are all stepping into a new season turning 60 years old. Listen in to be reminded of the gift of sisterhood, love, legacy and resilience!
2025-08-2726 minThe Joy-Filled Educator Podcast - "Where Purpose Meets Play and Legacy Is Built With Love”Episode 4: "Rediscovering You: Hobbies, Passions & The Joy of Play"You're more than your title! This is Episode 4 of The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast! This joy-filled episode encourages women to explore their hobbies, passions, and inner creativity to reconnect with themselves - and to release the pressure that "every moment must be productive".
2025-08-1320 min
The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast - "Where Purpose Meets Play and Legacy Is Built With Love”Episode 3: "Finding Your People — Building Joy-Filled Sisterhoods"This is Episode 3 of The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast! This episode is all about something that is close to our host, Lacetia's heart: Sisterhood. We’re talking about finding your people — the ones who help you grow, hold space for your healing, and multiply your joy.
2025-08-0117 min
The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast - "Where Purpose Meets Play and Legacy Is Built With Love”Episode 2: "Healing in Public: Showing Up When Life Gets Messy"This is Episode 2 of The Joy-Filled Educator Podcast! Life isn't always polished, and neither are we. In this episode, Lacetia and her guest explore the bravery and beauty of showing up authentically in the midst of chaos, trauma and change.
2025-08-0128 minThe Joy-Filled Educator Podcast - "Where Purpose Meets Play and Legacy Is Built With Love”EPISODE 1: " This Didn't Just Happen: The Joy-Filled Journey Begins"This is episode 1 of the Joy-Filled Educator Podcast! Episode 1 introduces Lacetia Walker, your host and shares the origin story of the "The Joy-Filled Educator". The episode further lets viewers know that faith, resilience and joy brought her here, not luck.
2025-08-0128 min