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Beyond the Bell: Exploring Education in the Bangor School DepartmentBeyond the Bell: Exploring School Gardens with the Bangor Garden NetworkWhat happens when a school yard becomes a living classroom? In this episode of Beyond the Bell, Dr. Marie Robinson and Sara Luciano welcome members of the Bangor School Garden Network to explore why school gardens matter and what’s growing across the Bangor School Department. Together, they discuss how gardens go far beyond vegetables—creating meaningful connection to nature, strengthening belonging and teamwork, and helping students build curiosity, persistence, and confidence.
2026-04-1529 minBeyond the Bell: Exploring Education in the Bangor School DepartmentPurposeful Play in Action: A conversation with Emily Robinson and Sarah CousinsJoin Dr. Marie Robinson and School Committee member Sara Luciano in this enlightening episode of Beyond the Bell. Delve into the world of purposeful play in education as they engage with educators Emily Robinson and Sarah Cousins, who share innovative strategies for integrating play into classroom instruction. Discover how their approaches foster creativity, collaboration, and essential skills in students, making learning both fun and effective. Tune in for valuable insights and practical advice that can transform educational experiences!
2026-02-2619 minBeyond the Bell: Exploring Education in the Bangor School DepartmentExploring Purposeful Play: A conversation with LeeAnn Larson, Director of Early Learning from the Maine Department of EducationOn this episode of Beyond the Bell, we have a very special guest with us, LeeAnn Larsen, the Director of Early Learning at the Maine Department of Education. We’re excited to explore an essential concept for our children’s development—purposeful play. This episode will uncover what purposeful play is, why it matters, and how it can be integrated into early education. Whether you’re an educator, a parent, or just someone interested in child development, you won’t want to miss this enlightening discussion.
2026-01-2728 minBeyond the Bell: Exploring Education in the Bangor School DepartmentBeyond the Bell: Collaboration in the Community, A conversation with Tracy Willette, Director of Bangor Parks & RecreationWelcome to "Beyond the Bell," where we explore vital topics impacting our schools and community. In this episode, Superintendent Marie Robinson and School Committee member Sara Luciano are joined by Tracy Willette, the Director of Parks and Recreation. Together, they discuss the essential collaboration between Bangor schools and the Parks and Recreation department, highlighting shared infrastructures like Cameron Stadium and school gyms that facilitate community programs.Listeners will learn about the variety of resources available for families through Parks and Rec. Tracy explains how school cancellations due to weather impact recreational programming and the importance of timely...
2025-12-2310 minBeyond the Bell: Exploring Education in the Bangor School DepartmentBeyond the Bell - Empowering Students Through Mentorship: Insights from Principal Richard FournierIn this episode of Beyond the Bell, join Dr. Marie Robinson and School Committee member Sara Luciano as they welcome Principal Richard Fournier from Fruit Street Elementary. Together, they delve into the transformative impact of mentorship on student success.Principal Fournier shares heartwarming stories of student progress and discusses the collaborative efforts with other schools to expand the reading program and train new mentors. Principal Fournier provides valuable insights on how parents can address concerns, engage with teachers, and become active members of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO).Don't miss their discussion on...
2025-11-2011 minBeyond the Bell: Exploring Education in the Bangor School DepartmentBeyond The Bell: Accessing Health Care Through School-Based ServicesOn this episode of Beyond the Bell, we have some fantastic guests from the PCHC team who provide essential health services right within our schools. Join us as we talk about how the clinic staff are reducing barriers to health care access and how you can become involved.
2025-10-2309 minBeyond the Bell: Exploring Education in the Bangor School DepartmentThe Belonging CampaignToday, we have a special treat for you as we sit down with Dr. Jordan Fearon, the Bangor School Department Psychologist, and Ray Phinney, our Director of Community Outreach.In this episode, we’ll delve into the vital role of mental health in our schools and how community outreach initiatives can foster a supportive environment for our students. Dr. Fearon will share insights on the psychological challenges students face today, while Director Phinney will discuss the importance of community involvement in creating solutions.
2025-10-0117 minBeyond the Bell: Exploring Education in the Bangor School DepartmentBeyond the Bell: IntroductionHosted by Dr. Marie Robinson, Superintendent of the Bangor School Department and Sara Luciano, Chair of the Bangor School Committee.This is a space where we’ll dive deep into the heart of our schools, explore innovative educational practices, and highlight the incredible stories that make our community unique.Each episode will feature dynamic guests, including teachers, school staff, community members, and experts who will share their insights and experiences. From school psychologists to coaches and educational leaders, we’ll have voices that bring valuable perspectives on education today.
2025-09-0501 min
The Parkinson's PodcastPreviewing The Parkinson's Plan by Dr. Ray Dorsey and Dr. Michael Okun--A New Book, Out 8/19/25To subscribe to our podcast and YouTube channel visit: https://www.youtube.com/@davisphinneyfdn/podcasts In this episode of the Parkinson's Podcast, Executive Director Polly Dawkins speaks with Dr. Ray Dorsey and Dr. Michael Okun about their forthcoming book, "The Parkinson's Plan: A New Path to Prevention and Treatment," set for release on August 19, 2025. Framed around the acronym PLAN—Prevent, Learn, Amplify, Navigate—the book shares compelling stories from the Parkinson's community and outlines a bold roadmap toward prevention and proactive care. Listen in as the authors discuss what inspired them to write the book and the acti...
2025-05-2930 min
The Ancient and Esoteric Order of the JackalopeNuns on the Run, Part 1 [Rebecca Reed's "Six Months in a Convent"]In August 1834 Boston teamsters burned down a convent a convent full of nuns, thanks to religious prejudice and the suspicious testimony of Rebecca Reed, a lazy teenager with a grudge against the Mother Superior. Transcript, sources, links and more at: https://order-of-the-jackalope.com/six-months-in-a-convent/ Key sources for this episode include Cassandra Yacovazzi's Escaped Nuns: True Womanhood and the Campaign against Convents in Antebellum; James Phinney's "The Destruction of the Convent at Charlestown, Massachusetts, 1834"; Ray Allen Billington's The Protestant Crusade, 1800-1860; and Rebecca Reed's Six Months in a Convent. Part of the That's...
2023-05-1533 min
growingtogetherministry's podcastInterview with Evangelist Jim Phinney Charitable contributions to Growing Together Ministry are tax-deductible. Growing Together Ministry is recognized to be exempt from Federal Income Tax as described in Internal Revenue Code Section 501 (C) (3) since February 2017. https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_... CashApp: GTMLW We love you and the Father loves you. Growing Together Ministry 601 Main Street (PO Box 12) Lewiston Woodville, North Carolina 27849
2023-04-2431 min
515 : The Ultra PodcastS3E8 -- Conversation with 5 time RAAM finisher Rick KentSend us Fan MailNot every man can hear that he has Multiple Sclerosis and decide that he has become even more special. My guest in this episode did exactly that. Rick Kent is not only a 4-time 515 finisher and 5-time RAAM finisher, he is also an accomplished sports photographer. Rick shares many tips about racing and what were his favourite events that he has both competed and worked at as a photographer. From the opening questions about his life in Austin, Texas you will be hooked to list...
2022-09-301h 19
The Superwoman CodeWhat Is Your Say/Do Gap?Once in a while, you have the chance to meet someone who truly gives everything they have to everyone around them. For me, that man was Bruce Phinney. He was (and still is) an uncle in every way but by blood. On December 25th, 2019, we lost Bruce to a rare form of cancer. His story was told by many people at his funeral and one of those stories influenced today’s podcast. See, according to Ray Ivany, Bruce had a say/do gap that was virtually non existent. If he said he would do something, he d...
2020-01-1419 min
Neurology® PodcastSeptember 12 2017 IssueShow description/summary:1) National randomized controlled trial of virtual house calls for Parkinson disease2) Neurology Today: Interview with Joseph Safdieh, the new Editor-in-Chief of Neurology Today®This podcast begins and closes with Dr. Robert Gross, Editor-in-Chief, briefly discussing highlighted articles from the September 12, 2017 issue of Neurology. In the first segment, Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Ray Dorsey about his paper on virtual house calls for Parkinson disease. In the second part of the podcast, Dr. Andy Southerland interviews Dr. Joseph Safdieh about Dr. Safdieh's new position as Editor in Chief of Neurology Today. Disclosures can be found at Neurology.o...
2017-09-1118 minNeurology® PodcastFebruary 9 2016 Issue1) Mid-life milk consumption and substantia nigra neuron density at death2) What's Trending: Interview with Dr. Ray Dorsey about new Neurology site, which will be called Innovations in Care Delivery3) Topic of the month: Neurology Today story about should there be a moratorium on human germline editingThis podcast for the Neurology Journal begins and closes with Dr. Robert Gross, Editor-in-Chief, briefly discussing highlighted articles from the print issue of Neurology. In the second segment Dr. Binit Shah interviews Dr. Robert Abbott about his paper on mid-life milk consumption and substantia nigra neuro density at death. Dr. Robert Gross is interviewing Dr...
2016-02-0924 min