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RBERNing QuestionsAI Tools for Success in the ESL Grammar Classroom w/ Dr. Katya Goussakova & Dr. Nicole HammondEpisode Summary:In this episode of the RBERNing Questions podcast, host Yasmeen Coaxum continues the TESOL 2025 Presenters’ Series from the TESOL Convention 2025 with Dr. Katya Goussakova and Dr. Nicole Hammond from Seminole State College of Florida. They discuss their presentation titled 'AI Tools for ESL Grammar Teachers,' their backgrounds in English language teaching, and their innovative methods for integrating AI, specifically Chat GPT, into grammar instruction. Tune in to hear their insights on creating engaging grammar activities using AI, the future of AI in education, and the importance of personalization in teaching. If you LO...2025-05-0937 min
AGELESS GLAMOUR GIRLS (AGG) PODCASTAgeless Podcasters on the MIC, Part 1- Meet the Fierce Women I Met at Podfest 2025Send us a textStatistics find that women host 50% of the top-rated podcasts, and listeners prefer female voices when tuning in. I met fascinating women Podcasters at Podfest in Orlando, including some Ageless Glamour Girls Rising. The result? Two podcasts. Part 1:Ande Lyons “Don’t Be Caged by Your Age” https://tinyurl.com/zy5jedjp Adinah Johnson “Black Butterfly/Black Pearls” https://tinyurl.com/bd4pzpzm Erykah Holloway “Take 30 with Erykah Kimora” https://tinyurl.com/8a989km6 Amy Fagan "Grounded in Maine” https://tinyurl.com/5hctczfa ...2025-03-0543 min
The Empowerment SessionRecapping Season 2This is our last episode for Season 2! Take some time to reflect with us as we talk about our journey to empowerment throughout the last few months. You will also get a sneak peak of what’s to come in Season 3! If you like this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92021-03-1514 minThe Empowerment SessionYasmeen on Dish with DinaThis week, we have a special treat! Dina interviews Yasmeen on her show “Dish with Dina!” In this episode, join us on a journey where you’ll learn more about the origins of our collaboration, more about Yasmeen’s professional endeavors which have taken her all over the world, and more about the role that food has played throughout our lifetime voyages!2021-03-091h 12
DishWithDina028. Dishing with Yasmeen Coaxum, ESL/EFL Instructor, World Traveler, and BFFYasmeen and Dina dish about the evolution of their friendship and take a cultural culinary tour around the globe.
Yasmeen Coaxum is from New York City and has traveled to places like Japan, Turkey, Germany, and Spain teaching English to kindergarteners, university students, and business executives. She holds a Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics and Language Acquisition and enjoys meeting people from all over the world who add interesting, new perspectives to her life.
Yasmeen specializes in instruction and curriculum development in Business English and English for Academic Purposes at the university level. She...2021-03-071h 11The Empowerment SessionIs the Juggling Act Worth It?This week, Yasmeen and Dina dive into the idea of juggling multiple revenue streams by way of being an independent freelancer, a content creator, and other non-conventional ways of obtaining income. We ask the question of whether it’s worth it to do so, compare it to the more traditional route, and suggest some ways to handle the juggling act if you decide to do it.
Resources for this episode: Entrepreneur vs. Employee: Which is Better? https://www.risinginnovator.com/2020/03/entrepreneur-vs-employee-which-is-better/ Employee Mindset vs. Entrepreneur Mindset https://medium.com/tilicholabs/employee-mindset-vs-entrepreneur-mindset-97a8210cfa1d 27 Passive Income Qu...2021-03-0125 minThe Empowerment SessionGet in the game and play to win!In this last episode of our February Financial Awareness series, Yasmeen and Dina focus on Strategy #3 in “Secrets of Six Figure Women”, Get in the Game. Which game are you playing and what does it take to stay on the field? Should you bench yourself? Do you just need a time out? Find out in this episode! Resources for this episode: “Secrets of Six Figure Women” by Barbara Stanny. If you like this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92021-02-2221 minThe Empowerment SessionWhat does it mean to be powerful? The Whys Behind Getting to Six FiguresIn part 3 of our February Financial Awareness Series, Dina and Yasmeen do a deep dive into the concept of power as it’s discussed in the last chapter of Barbara Stanny’s book. Learn, grow, and discover your “whys” with us on this financial empowerment journey. Resources for this episode: “Secrets of Six Figure Women” by Barbara Stanny. If you like this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92021-02-1525 minThe Empowerment SessionGetting to Six Figures Pt 2This week, in part 2 of our February Financial Awareness Series, we discuss more gems revealed in Barbara Stanny’s book, “The Secrets of Six Figure Women.” What does it mean to be an underearner and how can we remedy it? How important is it to collaborate with others on the six figure earning path, and how have our childhood examples affected our current habits around finances? We discuss all of this and more in this episode. Resources for this episode: “The Secrets of Six Figure Women” by Barbara Stanny. If you like this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future...2021-02-0825 minThe Empowerment SessionGetting to 6 Figures- Part 1This week, we talk about the gems revealed in Barbara Stanny’s book, “The Secrets of Six Figure Women.” Although this book was published toward the beginning of this century, a lot of its magic is still applicable today for those of us looking to empower ourselves by getting to six figures. Resources for this episode: “The Secrets of Six Figure Women” by Barbara Stanny. If you like this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92021-02-0126 minThe Empowerment SessionLearning to Let GoThis week, in light of this being the first month in the new year, we talk about how letting go of things from the past allows us to truly move forward and empower ourselves to become who we need to be as we continue on our paths to accomplish all we want throughout 2021. Resources for this episode: How to Learn to Let Go of What You Can’t Control https://www.lifehack.org/847748/learn-to-let-go ; Important Tips on How to Let Go and Free Yourself https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/your-emotional-meter/201708/important-tips-how-let-go-and-free-yourself. If you like this episode, or have comments, qu...2021-01-2523 minThe Empowerment SessionIntrinsic vs. Extrinsic GoalsThis week Dina and Yasmeen talk about the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic goals and what’s behind setting them. If you’re still trying to shape your 2021 to empower yourself in the best way possible, listen to this episode! Resources in this episode: How Setting Intrinsic Goals Can Transform Your Mindset https://www.hustleescape.com/intrinsic-goals/; Why Setting Intrinsic Goals Can Make You Happier https://www.lifehack.org/404032/why-setting-intrinsic-goals-can-make-you-happier; Differences of Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation https://www.verywellmind.com/differences-between-extrinsic-and-intrinsic-motivation-2795384. If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms...2021-01-1818 minThe Empowerment SessionConsistency is KeyThis week, with a brand new year just starting, we talk about how to stay true to some of those resolutions you've made, and how to remain steadfast in your efforts to accomplish those long-term goals that are carrying over into the new year. Resources in this episode: How to Be Outrageously Consistent | 7 Tips to Be Consistently Consistent https://medium.com/the-mission/how-to-be-outrageously-consistent-7-tips-to-be-consistently-consistent-a32fd1c0a250; 8 Things To Do When You Want To Give Up https://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/7-things-when-you-want-give.html. If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use t...2021-01-1121 minThe Empowerment SessionPlanning for 2021It’s 2021!!! Thank you listeners for empowering yourselves with us when we began this journey last year! This week we talk about our intentions for 2021, the difficulties that sometimes happen when trying to plan out your goals, and how to beat them! If you like this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92021-01-0428 minThe Empowerment SessionA Focus on Positive Accomplishments in 2020This week, Yasmeen and Dina recap their accomplishments in 2020 and encourage listeners to do the same! If you like this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-12-2825 minThe Empowerment SessionEmpowering Yourself Nutritionally for the HolidaysAre you acting nutritionally responsible this holiday season? How has the pandemic changed your eating habits? Is there a way to achieve a healthy balance and still enjoy all the wonderful foods the holidays brings your way? Explore these questions with us in this episode! If you like this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-12-2224 minThe Empowerment SessionGetting the Most out of the end of the YearHow should we use these last few moments of the year to empower ourselves to the max and feel satisfied that we’re going into 2021 as empowered as possible? Find out in this episode! If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-12-0922 minThe Empowerment SessionAttitude of GratitudeWelcome to Season 2 of the Empowerment Session!
This week, as we’ve just celebrated Thanksgiving here in the US, we discuss consistent ways to maintain an attitude of gratitude!
Resources in this episode: 40 Simple Ways to Practice Gratitude https://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/40-simple-ways-practice-gratitude.html; The Science Behind Gratitude (and How it can Change Your Life) https://www.happify.com/hd/the-science-behind-gratitude/;
8 Ways to Have More Gratitude Every Day https://www.forbes.com/sites/womensmedia/2016/07/08/8-ways-to-have-more-gratitude-every-day/?sh=5118f2371d54
If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle...2020-11-2824 minThe Empowerment SessionA Recap of EmpowermentIn our final episode of season one of “The Empowerment Session”, we recall some of our favorite doses of empowerment from previous episodes, and talk about how this collaboration has impacted us so far. If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-11-0322 minThe Empowerment SessionThe Patience of SMART GoalsA lot of us want to accomplish our goals as quickly as humanly possible, placing harrowing deadlines on our efforts, which, when not realized, can cause stress and demotivation. This week, we talk about how to combat those feelings and deal with accomplishing our goals in a more manageable fashion. Resources in this episode: SMART Goals origin article: https://medium.com/@tony_freed/smart-product-management-47351d765717; More on Parkinson’s Law: https://www.lifehack.org/articles/featured/how-to-use-parkinsons-law-to-your-advantage.html; The Reverse Gap: https://medium.com/be-yourself/how-to-overcome-the-entrepreneurial-gap-afd18b1c5535. If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for fu...2020-10-2020 minThe Empowerment SessionWhen can you call yourself an expert??This week, we explore the idea of whether time, confidence, or credentials are responsible for your ability to be called an expert, or to call yourself an expert! Resources in this episode: LinkedIn article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/when-can-you-consider-yourself-expert-kushaan-shah/ Personal Branding Blog article: https://www.personalbrandingblog.com/7-signs-that-you-are-now-an-expert-and-can-call-yourself-one/ Books: “Outliers” by Malcolm Gladwell; “A Brief Guide to World Domination: How to Live a Remarkable Life in a Conventional World” by Chris Guillebeau.2020-10-0930 minThe Empowerment SessionGOYA vs. SOYA******Warning!!! Some explicit language!! This week, we discuss the acronym GOYA, and how it can be used on your journey to empowerment!! Resources mentioned in this episode: YouTube Channel: Refusing to Settle with Clark Kegley ; Articles: http://productivemag.com/1/the-goya-method-for-personal-development. If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-10-0425 minThe Empowerment SessionDo you have emotional intelligence?This week, we discuss what it means to be aware of our perceptions and interactions with others, and how that awareness can lead to more empowering connections. 5 Key Elements of Emotional Intelligence: 1- Self-Awareness 2- Self-Regulation 3- Motivation 4- Empathy 5- Social Skills Resources mentioned in this episode: Books: “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen Covey; Articles: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_45.htm. If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-09-1424 minThe Empowerment SessionYou Know What You Want- Now What??Last week, we talked about what’s stopping us, in an attempt to knock down those barriers and move forward to make our ideal lives a tangible reality. This week we’re talking about what happens once we’ve pinpointed our desires, and we’re clear about what path we’re going on. Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Podcasts: “Life in High Gear” by Kristen Kenny; “Entrepreneurs on Fire” by John Lee Dumas.
If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-09-1230 minThe Empowerment SessionWhat’s Stopping You?This week we discuss the common ways we can sabotage and derail ourselves from reaching our goals, and how to self-correct and get out of our own way!! Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Books: “Secrets of Six Figure Women” by Barbara Stanny; “The 10x Rule” by Grant Cardone. Podcasts: “Life in High Gear” by Kristen Kenny
If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-08-2833 minThe Empowerment SessionShould you get coached?This week we discuss what a coach does, whether you need to hire one, what criteria to look for if doing so, and how to prepare yourself for the coaching journey. We also discuss how a coach differs from a mentor. Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Online articles: “12 Signs That You Really Need A Life Coach.” Lifehack.org; “Do you need a coach or a mentor?” Medium.com; “Is hiring a coach worth the money and do I need one?” Medium.com. If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms...2020-08-2538 minThe Empowerment SessionEnergizing at Any AgeThis week we discuss the four pillars of health: food, mood, sleep and exercise, and how to maintain them through the stages of our lives so that we can continue on our 10x journeys! Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Book: "The Perricone Prescription: A Physician’s 28-Day Program for Total Body and Face Rejuvenation” by Nicholas Perricone. Online articles: “Top 10 Ways to Boost Your Energy”- WebMD,
“The Fatigue Solution: How To Increase Your Energy In Eight Easy Steps” - Forbes, “9 Natural Ways to Boost Your Energy Levels” - Healthline, “How can you boost your energy levels?” -Medical News Today.
If you liked this epi...2020-08-1834 minThe Empowerment SessionThe Concept of 10XThis week, we take a look at some of the core ideas of what it means to have a 10x mindset through the eyes of Grant Cardone in his book: “The 10x Rule.” For example, is it okay to put forth “normal” levels of effort to achieve your goals? Also, find out if you possess some of the characteristics of the wealthiest, most successful people in the world. Resources mentioned in this episode: Book: The 10x Rule by Grant Cardone. If you like this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8g...2020-08-1139 minThe Empowerment SessionDiminishing Mind ClutterThis week, find out about Dina’s 6 tips for decluttering your mind, while Yasmeen shares her personal decluttering practices. Resources mentioned in this episode: Books: 1- The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo 2- The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F@*k by Sarah Knight. Meditation Apps: Insight Timer, Calm, Omvana. If you like this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-08-0233 minThe Empowerment SessionHabits: How to start and change them!This week, we continue to discuss habits, focusing on implementing new ones and getting rid of those that don’t serve us. Resources mentioned in this episode: Books: Getting Things Done by David Allen; The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-07-2729 minThe Empowerment SessionChallenge YourselfIn this episode, we discuss challenging yourself by taking a look at your habits and how they impact your personal development. Resources from this episode: 1- Study on amount of time for habit change: https://jamesclear.com/new-habit 2- Book: “The Power of Habit” by Charles Duhigg 3- Book: “The 10x Rule” by Grant Cardone If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-07-2028 minThe Empowerment SessionWhen Motivation Escapes UsSometimes you have to cultivate motivation. It isn't automatic. In this episode, we discuss ways to empower ourselves to get through our tough spots in life and stay on track with our goals to keep our motivation strong!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Book: Miracle Morning Millionaires: https://miraclemorning.com/millionaires-sample/
If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms.gle/ib8gtSLUQUVot11Y92020-07-0932 minThe Empowerment SessionGetting to Know Us: What is an Empowerment Session?In this episode, Yasmeen and Dina talk about what you can expect as a listener of “The Empowerment Session,” and how our friendship developed into a professional and personal support system that led to the creation of this podcast. Let’s get empowered!
Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Book: "The One Thing" by Gary Keller https://www.the1thing.com/
Book: "The Miracle Morning" by Hal Elrod https://miraclemorning.com/books/
If you liked this episode, or have comments, questions or suggestions for future topics, please use this link: https://forms...2020-06-2425 minThe Empowerment SessionThe Empowerment Session Trailer2020-05-0800 min