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Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 14: Traveling for Work in the Messy MiddleLiza is on the road again! But, traveling for work looks differently in the messy middle years than it did before. With aging skin that needs constant hydration to avoiding all the vending machine dinners, Liza shares a few tips on what she does to stay sane while traveling for work in these middle years.
2026-02-0321 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 13: The Float Tank of NothingnessIn this episode, Liza deals with the anxiety of the messy middle by going to a sensory deprivation tank for the first time! Listen in on why she did it, what she experienced, and what happened afterwards!
2026-01-1429 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 12: The Great UnfilteringInspired by this substack written by Ellen Scherr, Liza explores the messy middle years and the great unfiltering, or the "I No Longer Give a F*ck" stage. Read the full article here: https://www.blog.lifebranches.com/p/aging-out-of-fucks-the-neuroscience
2025-11-2929 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 11: Enhancements in the Messy MiddleIs it time for enhancements in the messy middle - botox, fillers, sculpting? Join Liza as she explores some of the thoughts around being in the middle years and exploring enhancements. Also, shout out to Dr. Kate Dee who Liza met on the plane and who shared her podcast "MedSpa Mayhem"!
2025-10-1828 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 10: Writing and Publishing in the Messy MiddleHave you wanted to write down stories, your life experiences, or just connect with others through writing? Join Liza as she shares some of her perspectives on publishing, writing, and book proposals and how motivation will not always be enough.
2025-10-1832 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 9: Road Trip with My DadIn this episode, Liza takes a road trip with her dad and gets 12 hours of messy life stories.
2025-09-3027 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 8: Trail Running at 50Just days after her 50th birthday, Liza hopped on a plane headed to Chamonix France to join a group of people for 5 days of trail running in the French Alps! It was an opportunity to reflect on life, health, and adventure. Join Liza as she includes audio clips from her trail run and connections between life in the middle years and the challenges of trail running! Special shout out to Run The Alps (www.runthealps.com) and Mirna Valerio aka The Mirnavator (www.themirnavator.com)
2025-09-2022 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 7: It Happened ... I turned 50It finally arrived! Liza turned 50. Recorded five days after her birthday, join Liza as she explores some of the things she's experienced and learned in these five days after her birthday! Messy Middle Begins!
2025-09-0717 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 6: Messy BulliesIt's hard to believe, but yes, there are bullies in these middle years. Join Liza as she explores what bullying looks like in adulthood and address a few strategies for how to dismantle and move through/past/beyond bullies.
2025-09-0619 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 5: Make New FriendsDo we need to make new friends in these messy middle years? What does friendship mean at this age? Join Liza as she asks big questions about what friendship means in this messy middle, why she isn't sure she needs them, and how to hold on to those ones that matter.
2025-08-2322 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 4: Messy Middle TherapyIn this episode, we'll explore issues that have come up in the messy middle years related to parenting, therapy, and healing.
2025-08-1623 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 3: Martial arts, lifting, and recovery in the messy middleIn her 40s, Liza decided to take up martial arts - not realizing that most of her classmates would be tweens. Hear what it was like to have to call teenagers "yes ma'am" and "no sir" and the humility that came with being a beginner. (Music generated by Mubert)
2025-08-1026 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 2: 50-ish Things Before 50On my 49th birthday, I created a list of 50 things I wanted to do before 50. Yes, it was fun. No, I did not complete them all. Interested in seeing what a list would like like for you? Join in and learn a few lessons about the messy middle here!
2025-08-0616 min
Life with Liza: Lessons from the Messy MiddleEpisode 1: Intro to the Messy LifeWhy so messy? Learn about all the things we'll cover in this podcast and why the middle can be so messy.
2025-08-0604 min
Modern Classrooms Project PodcastShortcast 201 - Increasing Student and Teacher ConfidenceTR is joined by Megan Meachum to talk about how the MCP model benefited both herself and her students, and her plans for the coming school year.
Read a summary of the original episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog.
Show Notes
Listen to the full version of this episode here
Remember, you can now listen to this episode (and all episodes) on Youtube!
Email Megan at megan.meachum@modernclassrooms.org
Learning Experiences for the Week of June 1st, 2025
Calling all school and district leaders...
2025-06-0118 min
Modern Classrooms Project PodcastEpisode 240: Hacking AssessmentsTR is joined by Starr Sackstein to talk about how teachers can authentically innovate and disrupt in the realm of assessment.
Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog.
Show Notes
Starr Sackstein
Starr's book, Hacking Assessment
Starr and Alexandra Laing's new book, Solving School Challenges: The Everything Guide to Transformative Change
Starr's TED Talk
Starr's podcast, Learner Centered Spaces
Connect with Starr on LinkedIn
Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week
Calling all school and...
2025-05-2544 minModern Classrooms Project PodcastEpisode 239: WavioGuest host Aimee Yocom is joined by Dana Kravchick to talk about the Wavio Pulse tracker, developed specifically for MCP. They discuss how Wavio came to be, how it can be used in the classroom, and what the future holds for the platform.
Read a summary of this episode on the Modern Classrooms Project blog.
Show Notes
Wavio and The Wavio Pulse Tracker
Khan Lab School
Zach's tracker
Connect with Dana:
Email at dana@mywavio.com
Book a chat
Linkedin
Facebook
Learning Experiences for the...
2025-05-1840 min
The Table | The Deans' Roundtable Podcast SeriesIdentity-Conscious Education: Post-Election Strategies for School Leaders ft. Dr. Liza TalusanIn this powerful and timely episode of the Dean's Roundtable podcast, host Bridget Johnson sits down with Dr. Liza Talusan, a veteran educator with over 25 years of experience in PreK-20 education, to discuss how educators can effectively navigate the post-election landscape while maintaining their well-being and supporting their school communities. Drawing from her extensive work with more than 375 schools and her identity-conscious approach, Dr. Talusan shares invaluable insights on: Creating brave spaces for dialogue while protecting both educators and students Balancing multiple constituencies as a dean when tensions arise around identity work Supporting residential life staff...
2024-11-2544 min
Taking Notes with Jon CarrollTaking Notes Ep 20: Notes on PoCC Allies and ReentryDr. Liza Talusan joins the show to discuss love letters she has written to PoCC attendees about respecting the space and how to reenter the school community after the conference
2023-12-1133 min
Get a CUE Podcast53. Get a CUE with Fall Conference Keynote Dr Liza TalusanMassCUE 2023 Fall Conference keynote speaker Dr Liza Talusan drops by the podcast to talk about Diversity and Identity work in schools from Pre K through college, how her professional positions and schooling have shaped her, and a preview of her keynote speech that will kick off the conference!
You can find Dr Talusan and her work at lizatalusan.com
2023-10-1626 min
2023-09-2500 min
The Teacher's ForumThe Identity Conscious Educator: Navigating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with Dr. Liza TalusanSend us a text message and let us know what you think and for ideas for future episodes. Join David for an enlightening and thought-provoking interview with Dr. Liza Talusan, a renowned educator, speaker, leader, writer, and the author of the book, The Identity Conscious Educator. With over 25 years of experience in PreK-graduate education, Dr. Talusan has become a trailblazer in the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).In this episode, Dr. Talusan dives into her groundbreaking book, offering insights into its key principles and how they...
2023-09-1848 min
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2023-09-1400 min
HotPotThe Unsung Hero Who Battled Asian American Discrimination One Photo at a TimeI first learned about Corky Lee through a conversation with a local activist called Liza Talusan, who spoke highly of his lasting impact and lamented his recent passing. Intrigued by his story, I spent the entire night after our conversation exploring his photos and interviews. As I browsed through the internet, I realized the profound impact of Corky's work in amplifying the Asian American voice. His notable photographs captured anti-Chinese violence, depicted the conditions in Chinatown, and documented anti-Asian hate protests from 1970 to 2000. Corky's work is special as no matter how small or big an event would be, he...
2023-07-0911 min
Identity Talk 4 Educators LIVE"The Identity Conscious Educator" (Dr. Liza Talusan)In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Lisa Talusan to learn about her journey in education, growing up as a second-generation Filipino-American, and her book, "The Identity-Conscious Educator". To learn more about Liza's work, you can visit her website at lizatalusan.com or follow her on Instagram (@ltalusan), Twitter (@ltalusan), and LinkedIn.
BIO: Dr. Liza (LIE-zuh) Talusan (taLUS-ahn) is an educator, speaker, leader, writer, leadership coach and parent. With over 25 years of experience in PreK-20 education, Liza is an engaging facilitator in conversations about diversity, anti-racism, bias, privilege and power and cre...
2022-07-281h 05
Third Space with Jen CortCreating and supporting affinity groups with Liza TalusanLiza Talusan returns to Third Space! Liza (LIE-zuh) earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Connecticut College, a Master's Degree in Student Personnel Administration from New York University; a certificate in Human Resources; a PhD in Higher Education from the University of Massachusetts Boston; and her certified coaching credentials from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. Her scholarship has been published in peer reviewed journals, edited book collections, online platforms, and she has been featured on a number of podcasts and interviews related to education, identity, and inclusion. She serves in a number of national organizations focused on education...
2022-06-2047 min
HotPotPart 2: Deconstructing the Model Minority Myth With Liza TalusanWhat is the model minority myth? How does it affect Asians and how does it separate and isolate them from other minority groups? In this short episode series we explore the dangers and history of the model minority myth, and what it holds for the future of Asians.
2022-03-2736 min
HotPotDeconstructing the Model Minority Myth With Liza TalusanWhat is the model minority myth? How does it affect Asians and how does it separate and isolate them from other minority groups? In this short episode series we explore the dangers and history of the model minority myth, and what it holds for the future of Asians.
2022-03-2730 min
Calico Culture PodcastEpisode 18 - Liza Talusan - Making Trouble & Breaking Through RacismDr. Liza Talusan shared how to be a good troublemaker ally; we talked about toxic workplaces and where diversity, equity, inclusion, justice fit into all that. Why do people even talk about justice? Can we even reach justice, inclusivity, equity in places that are intentionally exclusive? Please check out their website and suggestions in this episode:Full Post at calicoculture.orgNeed help turning your organization into an inclusive place where everyone can shine? Book a call with us to get started. https://linktr.ee/calicoculture
2022-01-061h 12![How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything](https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/7650bc75-29ee-4229-aa15-8b7d25418e67/2f94082f-5494-42ee-8563-4c2a719cf0df/3000x3000/mp2-lwc.jpg?aid=rss_feed)
How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingWhen Our Parents Don't See Their BiasWhen Oriana opened an online bookstore focused on BIPOC authors, her Venezuelan parents didn't understand why it was necessary to highlight the identity and work of writers of color. And, facilitator Liza Talusan offers advice on how to discuss anti-racism and inclusion with our parents.You can visit Xolo Books, here. Featured Expert: Dr. Liza Talusan is an educator, facilitator, and strategic change partner for organizations, corporations, leadership teams, schools and individuals who are looking to build their skills in areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and leadership. She leads with compassion and connection, even whe...
2021-05-2420 min
Intentionally Act NowUnderstanding Anti-Blackness w/ Liza Talusan, PhDIn this episode of Intentionally Act Now, Filipino-American and practitioner-scholar for equity and inclusion, Liza Talusan, PhD, joins Enrico E. Manalo, Chief of Learner Success of All Aces, Inc., to explore the meaning, history and realities of anti-Blackness and Asian American identity. in the present moment. Both Enrico and Liza draw on their own experiences as BIPOC who are often presented by many as the “model minority”—an idea that is firmly rooted in anti-Blackness and white supremacy culture.Together they discuss how dealing with their own internalized racism is something that is often deeply uncomfortable, yet essent...
2021-04-231h 01
Organizing for Change43- Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Justice with Dr. Liza TalusanTo connect with Dr. Talusan, check out the website here: http://www.lizatalusan.com/
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2020-07-2800 min
Be Au SmEpisode 70 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with Dr. Liza TalusanLiza and I speak for the first time since 1993 and we covered a lot of ground in a short amount of time. Liza has committed her professional career to helping people to try to be better people and she does an Au Sm job at it. Learn more about what Liza does at her website here http://www.lizatalusan.com/Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/be-au-sm-episode-1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-1347 minThird Space with Jen CortAsian-Black Solidarity During COVID-19Increasing incidents of Xenophobia resulting from COVID-19, Rosetta Lee, Jenifer Moore, Shari Berga, Liza Talusan discuss Asian-Black solidarity. Rosetta Lee is an educator at Seattle Girls' School and a consultant with non-profits, K-12 and Universities on topics such as cross-cultural communication, inclusive classrooms, and more tiny.cc/rosettalee. Jenifer is the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Key School in Annapolis, MD. Jenifer has served children of Washington, DC area since 2003 as a teacher, tutor, and school leader. Jenifer is a native Washingtonian with a love for learning, a deep connection to the community...
2020-04-201h 01
Be a Better Ally: critical conversations for K12 educatorsEpisode Five: Talking about conflict and risk with Dr. Liza TalusanDr. Liza Talusan (http://www.lizatalusan.com/) helps educators think about ways to engage in difficult conversations on this week's episode. Dr. Talusan has so many excellent resources to share. Her advice on this episode is practical enough to put into practice right away.
To learn more about our guest and ways you can continue to learn from her:
http://www.lizatalusan.com/workshops
https://vimeo.com/80825819
Follow her on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/ltalusan
Explore the article she recommended:
http://www.insidehighered.com/views/2017/03/30/colleges-need-language-shift-not-one-you-think-essay
2019-10-0721 minThird Space with Jen CortDr. Liza Talusan discusses self-care in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Justice workSelf-care is always important and especially so when working with EDIJ in schools. Dr. Liza Talusan is an educator, speaker, leader, runner, writer, life/leadership coach, and parent. With over 22 years of experience in PreK-20 education, Liza is an engaging facilitator in conversations about diversity, racism, bias, privilege, and power and creates environments that allow for people to discuss these difficult topics openly. Through her direct work with leaders, Liza empowers individuals to create a more inclusive organization, environment, community, and team. Dr. Talusan has been invited to well over 100 schools and organizations across the country...
2019-09-301h 00