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History Happens - NHD PodcastNational History Day - Choosing a TopicSend us a textNational History Day Topic Selection - Choosing a Topic 🎙️ Welcome back to "History Happens," the podcast that helps you navigate the exciting journey of the National History Day contest. Join your hosts, Craig and Lesley Mateer, as they guide you through the crucial first step of your NHD project: Choosing a Topic.🔍 In this episode, we dive into one of the most important decisions you'll make for your National History Day project – picking a topic that’s "just right." Whether you're overwhelmed by options or struggling to narrow down your ideas...2024-09-2338 minHistory Happens - NHD PodcastNational History Day Theme 2025 - Rights and ResponsibilitiesSend us a text🎙️ Welcome to "History Happens," the podcast that delves into the world of National History Day. Join your hosts, Craig and Lesley Mateer, as they guide you through the 2024-2025 National History Day season, focusing on this year's compelling theme: Rights and Responsibilities.🌟 Each year, National History Day selects a theme to inspire and challenge students. This season's theme of Rights and Responsibilities offers a broad spectrum of topics, allowing students to explore areas that resonate personally with them—be it in science, politics, military history, or the arts. Craig and Lesley...2024-08-2644 minHistory Happens - NHD PodcastWhat NHD is NOT!Send us a textWelcome to another exciting episode of History Happens! In this episode, Miss Lesley and Mr Craig again dive into the captivating world of National History Day (NHD).Get ready to embark on a journey that uncovers what NHD projects are NOT. Join us as we discuss the critical distinctions between NHD projects and book reports, offering insights into how to craft a compelling historical thesis.But that's not all – we'll also unveil the essence of NHD projects as multi-sided debates, where students learn to embrace diverse perspectives and...2023-08-2720 minHistory Happens - NHD PodcastChoosing A Topic - 2023Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the art of choosing the perfect topic for your National History Day contest project. Explore the power of picking a subject that truly resonates with you – something that mirrors your interests, passions, and values. Discover the magic of finding unique angles in well-known events, bringing fresh perspectives to the forefront.From uncovering the secret heroes of pivotal moments to tracing the unexpected ripple effects of major historical events, 'History Happens' encourages you to dig deep into the past, explore uncharted territories, and craft a project th...2023-08-1934 minHistory Happens - NHD PodcastNational History Day Theme - Turning Points in HistorySend us a textNational History Day Theme - Turning Points in History🎙️ Welcome to "History Happens," the podcast that guides you through the fascinating world of the National History Day contest. Join your hosts, Craig and Lesley Mateer, as they embark on a journey to explore and conquer the 2023-2024 National History Day season. Get ready to dive into the theme of this season: Turning Points in History.🏅 Celebrate the 50th anniversary of NHD with us and gear up for a thrilling ride. Tune in to our podcast as we unveil the capt...2023-08-1426 min
Say YES to NMES for DysphagiaLesley Mateer - Ethics, NMES, and her mission to protect her fellow therapistsSend us a textOn This episode I talk to Lesley Mateer, owner of CIAO SEMINARS and the owner of the VitalStim/Dines training program.She talks about how she almost went to jail and why that has crystalized her mission ever since. Listen as she talks about ethics and NMES for dysphagia and why protecting her fellow therapists is such a critical part of everything she does. 2022-07-0716 min