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Coffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 17 – Solo Episode: Putting My Podcast Baby To Sleepthe title says it all – this has been a wonderful experimentation playground and all good things come to an end.
special thanks to all my guests
and to everyone who has tuned in, thanks for rockin with me.
it's time I step into another light 2024-08-0126 minCoffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 16 – Solo Episode: If I Could Talk to the Powers That Beof course we’re furiousof course we’re disappointedof course we’re worriedbut if we wield shame in the same way it’s been used to oppress us, then we end up engaging in a zero-sum game.i’ve also been seeing a lot on the internet about media literacy, specifically about the ability to understand nuance. this type of empathy and compassion is hard to access but is necessary for us to move away from how domain and culture has taught us to believe in punishment. everything that’s big, is made of the...2024-07-0505 minCoffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 15 – Solo Episode: My Thoughts on Clinical LicensureI woke up this morning and decided to let my thoughts flow freely! It seems like clinical licensure is just one of those things that we're just supposed to willingly accept for what it is. But I'm not okay with that and I explain my rationale in this episode.
Shoutouts and Resource Credits go to:
Capital Storytelling
Leese Renee Hall, author of Inner Field Trip
Dr. Jennifer Mullan of Decolonizing Therapy
TheRealHotGirlJay on TikTok
Sonny Jane Wise, author of We're All Neurodiverse [@livedexperienceeducator on IG]
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We also explore the importance of staying up-to-date with slang to connect with students on a deeper level, even if that makes us "cringey". Tune in for insightful perspectives and practical insights into fostering empathy and understanding in educational...2024-04-1852 minCoffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 13 – Solo Episode: Restroom BattlegroundHave you noticed that restrooms have become battlegrounds at schools?
I've turned to mindmaps to help me interrogate this very question. Listen as I explore the multiple facets at play here including [but not limited to] moral labor, mindbody health, exchanging adult supremacy for youth autonomy, insecure attachment styles, and the importance of microinteractions.
How does this all come together? Some how, some way, it does! Step into my office!2024-03-3053 minCoffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 12 – Solo Episode: Social Work Belongs in SchoolsGrab your favorite brew ☕ and tune into this ep of Coffee with the School Social Worker podcast!
In this episode, I'm reflecting on a year out of the field and why social work truly belongs in schools. From critical reflection to creating inclusive spaces, social workers are indispensable advocates for equity, justice, and student well-being. Pour yourself a cup and let's dive into the indispensable role of social workers in education!
#SchoolSocialWork #EquityInEducation #CoffeeBreak2024-02-2019 minCoffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 11 – Solo Episode: Wading through the Waiting"Wading through the waiting," came to mind in conversation with an educator. I was complaining about how uncomfy uncertainty can be and said, "it's like wading through a pool of waiting," and it just stuck.
AH HA, I found the very phrase I needed to make sense of the jumbled mess of thoughts up here!
I hope it resonates with you too 2024-01-3023 minCoffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 10 w/ Petra Vega: Bringing About Change by Reclaiming Our VoicesJoin us in a dynamic exploration of emergent strategy, liberatory leadership, and the transformative power of advocacy as I delve into candid conversations with Petra Vega, a trailblazing radical social worker and advocate. In this episode, we venture into uncharted territories, unpacking the nuances of speaking up, embracing trouble-making, and fostering collective action.
Discover the essence of emergent strategy and how it shapes a new narrative of leadership. Through Petra's insights, we explore the intersections of speaking truth, the risks it entails, and the pivotal role it plays in effecting meaningful change. From the empowering force of collective action to...2023-12-201h 05Coffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 9 w/ Sarah Scott Dooling: We're Kid People and So Are You!In this episode, we delve into the vibrant world of youth development, play therapy, and the magic of children's wisdom. We explore the transformative impact of play on restoration and healing, uncovering the seeds of growth planted through our interactions with kids.
We also navigate the intersection of entrepreneurship and clinical social work because being your own boss sounds cool until you have to actually do it!
We're sharing insights into harnessing the power of play to foster leadership, autonomy, and resilience in young minds. From embracing the fun side of learning to recognizing the...2023-12-0557 minCoffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 8 – Solo Episode: Facing the Light*content warning: you're gonna hear me cry, let's cry together*
When I started this podcast back in August, I did so with the intention to connect with others and to show up wholly and truly. Things were scary then and even scarier now. And yet, we mustn't lose sight and we mustn't turn away from one another.
In this episode, I read some snippets of the book I've been reading recently, "We Heal Together: Rituals and Practices for Building Community and Connection," by michelle cassandra johnson; I hope it...2023-11-2219 minCoffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 7 w/ Lakita Richardson: Motherhood UnfilteredIn this episode, join me as I sit down with the remarkable Lakita Richardson, LSW who is a proud Black mother and dedicated career woman. We delve into the untold stories of being a school social worker. Together, we unravel the challenges she faces in combating unrealistic perceptions from her peers in education, shedding light on the vital role of school social work.
Our conversation takes a heartfelt turn as we explore the personal journey of being on the right side of history. Our guest shares powerful insights into the impact of her work, breaking down barriers and paving the...2023-11-131h 45Coffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 6 w/ Alissa Adler: Going with the PivotsAre you at the point in your social work career where you're feeling tired, uninspired, unmotivated, maybe even burned out?Well... it might be time for a PIVOT*!On this episode, I'm chatting with Alissa Adler – very earnestly – about the many pivots and shake ups that happen in social work. We're here to normalize the twists and turns, we're here to hold space for navigating the directionally challenged, we're here to tell you you're allowed to grieve the role you wanted to make space for a new adventure.I definitely went through it when I decided to l...2023-10-291h 38Coffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 5 w/ Kelli Shoemake: Reflecting to Transform JusticeReflection has gotta be one of the very first steps in healing; without it, we can't acknowledge what's going on to then figure out how to transform.
On this episode, I'm doing exactly that with Kelli Shoemake in our conversation about how her multi-faceted role at her school lends itself to practicing transformative justice. As both the school social worker and behavioral interventionist, Kelli is committed to working against the policing of students by doing what social workers do best, honoring her student's dignity and worth.
Part of that...2023-10-211h 03Coffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 4 w/ Damaris Rodriguez & Jasmin Lisowski: Teamwork Actually Makes the Dream WorkThis one's a double feature, y'all!
In this episode, I'm chatting with Damaris Rodriguez and Jasmin Lisowski about practicing social work from a harm reduction standpoint, BIPOC representation and affinity groups, the complexity of navigating the diverse needs of a school with diverse demographics, student and staff autonomy alike, interdisciplinary collaboration, and tips for decreasing burnout. Each of these topics could have its own podcast episodes honestly! But what's abundantly clear is that Damaris and Jasmin lead with love and passion. This conversation filled my consciousness!
You can find Damaris on IG...2023-10-0357 minCoffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 3 w/ Sara Brenner: This One's Chaotic GoodA quick Google search tells me that Chaotic Good describes "characters that are strong individualists marked by a streak of kindness and benevolence. They believe in all the virtues of goodness and right, but they have little use for laws and regulations." In this episode, you're going to hear about new ideas, failure as lessons and never as mistakes, accessibility, systemic issues, transitions from school social work, TikTok as market research, and so much more. The energy is gorgeously unhinged and cannot be contained because what good would chaos be if it could!?
You c...2023-09-2654 minCoffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 2 w/ Vanessa Robles: La Representacion Importa! Representation Matters!In this episode, I'm chatting with Vanessa Robles about the importance of Latine representation in schools. It's important that we show up proudly and authentically not only to honor our ancestors but also to inspire students to embrace their culture too. We got to gas each other up for taking up space in spaces where we normally wouldn't be represented, while also recognizing the immense responsibility of such labor.
Since Vanessa is an LCSW-S, I took advantage of the opportunity to learn about what I'll need to keep in mind as I go into a supervisory role...2023-09-201h 00Coffee with The School Social Worker PodcastEpisode 1 w/ Maria Dibs: Bringing Inner-Child Healing to School Social WorkIn this episode, I chat with my first guest, Maria Dibs who is a master of social work student and inner-child healing coach. We got to talk about what inner-child healing work means to her and how it will influence her work as a future school social worker. Maria picked my brain a bit as we got into what school social workers are and aren't and how that all actually plays out in practice. We landed on the importance of modeling behavior, relationships, consistency, and safety. We also did our best at naming Yonce-inspired coffee drinks just in case...2023-09-061h 11
Coffee with The School Social Worker PodcastIntroduction to Coffee with The School Social Worker PodcastIn this episode, I'm setting the foundation of Coffee with The School Social Worker Podcast by sharing a bit about myself and letting y'all know what to expect in future episodes. On this podcast, listeners can expect to hear chats with former, current, and future school social workers all while enjoying a cup o' coffee; because who can't get through the school day without caffeine!? The intention is to build community in school social work and to hold space for stories and experiences.2023-08-2804 min