The KindlED Podcast explores the science of nurturing children's potential and creating empowering learning environments. Powered by Prenda, each episode offers actionable insights to help you ignite your child's love of learning. We'll dive into evidence-based tools and techniques that kindle curiosity, motivation, and well-being in young learners. Do you have a question, topic, or story you'd like to share with us? Get in touch at podcast@prenda.com.
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TASB Talks is a regular podcast produced by the Texas Association of School Boards. Each episode we talk with subject-matter experts on important education-related issues.
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The Grand Canyon Times podcast features interviews with the most interesting Newsmakers from across the great state of Arizona.
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Family Policy Matters is a weekly podcast and radio show produced by the North Carolina Family Policy Council. Each week, our host, Traci DeVette Griggs, welcomes leaders from across the state and nation to discuss topics related to faith, family, and life in North Carolina.
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Extremists across the country are attacking our freedoms, and kids and families are paying the price. In this limited series, Jill Jonassen takes a deep dive into the issues facing our country and the women tirelessly fighting back in their communities.
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Center for Arizona Policy (CAP) discusses politics and social issues with special guests. From Pro-Life to Pro-Marriage, Parents' Choice, and Parental Rights, no Public Policy topic is off-limits. If it affects Arizonans, Engage Arizona covers it. Center for Arizona Policy is a nonprofit advocacy group whose mission is to promote and defend the foundational values of life, marriage and family, and religious freedom.
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Parent Empowerment with Mandy Drogin is a product of the Texas Public Policy Foundation that hosts real conversations with real parents from across Texas where they share their experiences, struggles, and victories within the Texas education system. From concerning content in public schools to classroom behavior and wins in homeschooling, Parent Empowerment with Mandy Drogin covers all aspects of Texas education through the parents eyes—and asks how we can ensure transparency, quality, respe ...
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34: J. Christian Adams, president, Public Interest Legal Foundation on AZ Election Integrity
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J. Christian Adams, president and general counsel of the Public Interest Legal Foundation (PILF) joined the Grand Canyon Times podcast to discuss: The 2020 election in Arizona and Donald Trump’s loss by less than 10,500 votes. Overview of entertaining short film using current voter roll information that shows registrants using commercial addresses …
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More than a Burden: A Christian Look at Assisted Suicide (with Dr. Richard Weikart)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Dr. Richard Weikart, an author and history professor at California State University, Stanislaus, to discuss the rise of assisted suicide and why it is not the compassionate act that many claim.
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Episode 54: The Art of Problem Solving. A Conversation with Richard Rusczyk.
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Ready to unlock the magic of math? 🎉 This episode features Richard Rusczyk, founder of Art of Problem Solving and Beast Academy. His journey—from an “aggressively average” high school in Alabama to Princeton—shows the magic of student empowerment through autonomy and intrinsic motivation. 🚀 We explore learning spaces where project-based learning an…
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Helping Students Find Truth at UNC-Chapel Hill (with Madison Perry)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Madison Perry, Founder and Executive Director of The North Carolina Study Center, to discuss his motivation for starting this ministry and how it has impacted the community at UNC-Chapel Hill.
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When a Baseball Field Becomes a Mission Field (with Billie Jauss)
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Matt Mitchell and Dax Gonzalez recap a busy txEDCON24, including the SBAN luncheon and Delegate Assembly. Then, they discuss what other advocacy events are around the corner.
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33: State Sen. Janae Shamp on Border Security, Housing Affordability, and Health Care in Arizona
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Arizona State Sen. Janae Shamp (R-AZ-29) joined the Grand Canyon Times Podcast to discuss: Border security, housing affordability, and healthcare in Arizona Outreach to young conservative voters in her district Her legislative priorities when re-elected Shamp was first elected to represent Arizona’s 29th Legislative District in Nov. 2022. She defea…
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Episode 53: Empowering Kids, Part 3. A Conversation with Prenda Guide, Tara Larsen.
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Ready to dive into another amazing microschool this week? Tara Larsen from Flagstaff, Arizona, shares her journey from public school parent to Prenda guide. Tara's microschool is a shining light of joyful learning. Listeners will gain insights into how microschools maintain a learner-centered approach, allowing students to enter a flow state where …
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The Christian Duty to be an Informed Voter (with David Closson)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at Family Research Council, to discuss why Christians have a duty to be informed voters and some practical things they can do to start engaging.Av Traci DeVette Griggs and David Closson
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What’s On Your Ballot: Breaking Down Arizona’s Key Propositions
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Presented by: Center for Arizona Policy Action Episode Overview: In this episode of Engage Arizona, we take a close look at the key propositions on your ballot this November. Our expert guests, Jenna Bentley, Cindy Dahlgren, and Scot Mussi, break down the most critical issues facing Arizona voters, including Proposition 139, which addresses abortio…
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The Truth About Transgenderism (with Dr. Miriam Grossman)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Dr. Miriam Grossman, psychiatrist and author, to discuss the truth about the transgender movement that has spread like wildfire in American culture.Av Traci DeVette Griggs and Dr. Miriam Grossman
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The American Fabric: Voting our Values
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So far on our miniseries The American Fabric, we’ve learned more about immigrants and why they come to this country. We’ve busted myths and decried disinformation. And we’ve heard immigrants tell their stories in their own words. Today, on the final episode, we’re talking about why this year’s election is so important. We have the opportunity to ch…
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Extremists have always used disinformation and fear-mongering to further their cause. But their rhetoric about immigration has stooped to new lows in recent months. Some of the lies are so outrageous it might be tempting to laugh. Haitian immigrants, for example, are not eating their neighbors’ pets in Springfield Ohio. And 107% of American jobs ha…
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Despite all the extremist disinformation, suburban women aren’t afraid of immigrants. They’re our friends, our neighbors, our spouses. They’re us. Immigration isn’t a story about fear… it’s a story about love. And no one knows this better than our own Suburban Women Problem co-host Rachel Vindman. Her husband Alex came here as a refugee from the So…
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Episode 10: State Representative Brian Harrison, HD 10
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Parent Empowerment is sweeping Texas, and today, Mandy sits down with Representative Brian Harrison (HD 10), father of four and former chief of staff in the Trump administration for the federal Department of Health and Human Services, to talk with him about his perspective on Parent Empowerment as a father and lawmaker. Rep. Harrison also details h…
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Episode 52: Empowering Kids, Part 2. A Conversation with Prenda Guide, Candi Lehenbauer.
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Are you ready to reimagine education? Join us on this transformative episode of the Kindled podcast as we sit down with Candi Lehenbauer, Prenda guide and the driving force behind Tapestry Academy in Florida. Discover how Candi’s passion for microschooling led her to create a thriving educational environment that has evolved over the past five year…
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Why Christians Should Get Involved in Politics (with Bunni Pounds)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Bunni Pounds, President and Founder of Christians Engaged, to discuss why Christians should be involved in politics and three ways for Christians to start engaging in politics.Av Traci DeVette Griggs and Bunni Pounds
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Post-Roe Reflections and the Church’s Role
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In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of the pro-life movement following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. We first hear from Ryan T Anderson, President of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, who offers a comprehensive analysis of the current legal and cultural challenges in a post-Roe world. Later, Pastor Set…
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TASB Talks returns from hiatus, as host Matt Mitchell is joined by Dax Gonzalez, Division Director of TASB Governmental Relations. Dax provides an update on what’s been going on in the legislative interim, and what trustees can be doing in the last few months leading up to the session. He also discusses recent meetings held by the Senate Finance Co…
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Reframing the Life Conversation (with Jason Thacker)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Jason Thacker, senior fellow in bioethics and director of the research institute at The Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission, to discuss the need to reframe the conversation around life and abortion to get back to what really matters.…
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Episode 9: Representative Chip Roy, TX-21
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Texas Parents are united in the fight for our children’s future, and the Parent Empowerment movement has swept the country. Today, Congressman Chip Roy from Congressional District 21 joins Mandy Drogin to talk about why he supports Texas parents’ right to select the best education for their kids and Universal Education Savings Accounts. Congressman…
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Episode 8: John Colyandro, Colyandro Public Affairs
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Parent Empowerment is sweeping the nation, but parents in the largest conservative state in America have found themselves behind the ball on getting transparency, quality, respect, and choice out of the education system. Join Mandy as she sits down with John Colyandro, father and founder of Colyandro Public Affairs, a pro-parent and pro-freedom lob…
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Episode 7: Vance Ginn, Ginn Economic Consulting
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Parents rightfully demand transparency from their school districts, and too often schools hide how much they're spending and what they're spending taxpayer dollars on. Join Mandy Drogin as she sits down with Vance Ginn, dad of 3, founder of Ginn Economic Consulting, and formerly an economist in the Trump administration, as they break down school fi…
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Episode 51: Empowering Kids, Part 1. A Conversation with Prenda Guide, Julia Rochon.
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Our guest, Julia, made a bold leap from the public school system to create a transformative Prenda microschool right in her home. In this first installment of our three-part series, where we interview real microschool guides, Julia reveals the magic behind this unique educational approach. She shares her personal journey from burnout to reigniting …
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Why We Need Phone-Free Schools (with Clare Morell)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Clare Morell, a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and director of their Technology and Human Flourishing Project, to discuss how phone-free schools work and their potential to improve the health and education of students.…
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The Intersection of Faith and Activism
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In the final episode of Sacred Politics, we delve into the intersection of religion and social activism. From advocating for human rights to championing environmental stewardship, we uncover how religious groups and individuals have leveraged their faith to fuel positive change. Shane Claiborne: http://www.shaneclaiborne.com/ https://www.instagram.…
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Sacred Politics: The Future of Christian Nationalism
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In episode 2 of Sacred Politics, we discuss the trajectory of Christian Nationalism and its looming impact on the nation's future. From the halls of Congress to grassroots movements, we examine how this ideological force is poised to influence the political agenda in the years to come with the implementation of Project 2025. Jess McIntosh: https://…
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Sacred Politics: The Rise of Christian Nationalism
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In our limited podcast series, Sacred Politics, we reveal the dangers of Christian Nationalism in American politics amidst the 2024 election season. Through narrative storytelling and expert interviews, we uncover Christian Nationalism's role in shaping elections, legislation, and public discourse, while also exploring how faith-inspired activism c…
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A Restorative Approach to Infertility (with Stephanie Gray Connors)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Stephanie Gray Connors, author of the book Conceived by Science: Thinking Carefully and Compassionately about Infertility and IVF, to discuss alternatives to IVF for couples experiencing infertility.Av Traci DeVette Griggs and Stephanie Gray Connors
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Helping Churches Help Families in NC (with J.P. De Gance)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes J.P. De Gance, founder and president of Communio, to discuss a new initiative he's working on in Charlotte, North Carolina to help churches help strengthen marriages and families.Av Traci DeVette Griggs and J.P. De Gance
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Episode 6: Becca Williams, Valor Education
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Parent empowerment means that every kid gets an education that fits their unique needs. Join Mandy Drogin as she sits down with Becca Williams, a mom of 2, former teacher, author, and co-founder of Valor Education, a classical public charter school, to chat about what classical education is, how it helps kids, and what parents and school leaders ca…
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Episode 5: Anita Scott, Texas Home School Coalition
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Parent Empowerment has swept the country, and Texas is leading the mission for parental options and choices. Join Mandy Drogin as she chats with Anita Scott, the Policy Director for the Texas Homeschool Coalition about Anita’s passion for serving homeschool parents, why her parents chose to homeschool her, and how we can empower parents across the …
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Parent Empowerment has swept the country, and Texas is leading the mission for transparency in our schools. Join Mandy Drogin as she chats with Dr. Debbie Cohen about her experience with Special Education in her local public schools—and pick up some vital tips and tricks on how to work with and through the system from an experienced mom! (The views…
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Dripping Springs ISD School Board Trustee Rob McClelland explains why parents need to be involved in their children's education and shares stories of how lobbying groups try to exert their influence. Go to TXParentsMatter.com to join the Parent Empowerment movement and sign up for email updates.Av Texas Public Policy Foundation
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Season 1 Top 10 | #1 Embracing Individuality. A Conversation with Todd Rose.
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It's the moment you've been waiting for all summer break... Introducing our #1 Top Season 1 episode: Embracing Individuality. A Conversation with Todd Rose. On this episode of The KindlED Podcast, Kaity and Adriane chat with Todd Rose, co-founder and CEO of Populace. They delve into the myth of the "average person" and the power of personalized lea…
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How to Elect Leaders Who Govern (with Brad Littlejohn)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Brad Littlejohn, a Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, to discuss why it is important to consider a wide variety of factors when voting for elected officials.Av Traci DeVette Griggs and Brad Littlejohn
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Season 1 Top 10 | #2 Understanding Executive Function. A Conversation with Seth Perler.
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We're continuing summer break with #2 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. Can a child's self-esteem and academic performance be profoundly impacted by the labels they receive? This is one of the many crucial questions we explore in our re-release of a cherished episode with Seth Perler, a passionate advocate for children with ADHD and executive functi…
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NC Physicians Take Stand to Protect Children (with Dianna Lightfoot & Emily Saunders)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Dianna Lightfoot and Emily Saunders from NC Physicians for Freedom to talk about the "Doctors Protecting Children Declaration" that they recently signed and their work to prevent children from being harmed by transgender "care."
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The Future of Educational Freedom in Arizona
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Host: Cathi Herrod, and Chris St John, Center for Arizona Policy Guests: Matt Beienburg, Goldwater Institute Bethany Miller, Center for Arizona Policy Greg Scott, Center for Arizona Policy Overview: Chris St John leads a discussion on Arizona's school choice options, featuring insights from Matt Beienburg, Bethany Miller, and Greg Scott. They cover…
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Season 1 Top 10 | #3 Rest. Play. Grow. A Conversation with Dr. Deborah MacNamara
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We're continuing summer break with #3 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. Join Kaity and Adriane as they chat with Dr. Deborah McNamara, a clinical counselor and educator with more than 25 years of experience working with children, youth, and adults, who unpacks her book "Rest, Play, Grow." This episode also explores: the importance of providing a sup…
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Put Your Faith Into Action (with Dr. Bill Donohue)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Dr. Bill Donohue, president of Catholic League and author of Cultural Meltdown: The Secular Roots of Our Moral Crisis, to discuss why it is so important for Christians to be engaged in the culture around them.Av Traci DeVette Griggs and Dr. Bill Donohue
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32: Scot Mussi - President of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club
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Scot Mussi is President of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, a non-profit advocacy organization founded in 2005 which focuses on “advancing a pro-growth, limited government agenda in Arizona.” Mussi was born and raised Arizona and graduated from Arizona State University in 2004. He lives in Gilbert with his wife and their three children. In this ep…
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Season 1 Top 10 | #4 Nurturing Resilience. A Conversation with Lael Stone.
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We're continuing summer break with #4 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. Join Kaity and Adriane as we discover how to nurture emotional resilience in children with guest Lael Stone, an expert in emotional intelligence. In this episode, she shares invaluable insights, from staying calm during emergencies to fostering emotional well-being, illustrated …
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America's Aging Population and the Pro-Life Movement (with Patrick T. Brown)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Patrick T. Brown, a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, to discuss America's aging population and the impacts that could have on the pro-life movement and public policy.Av Traci DeVette Griggs and Patrick T. Brown
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Episode 2: Dr. Richard Johnson, Rep. Shawn Thierry & Angie Thibodeaux
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Parent Empowerment has swept the country, and Texas is leading the mission for transparency in our schools. We had an incredible panel of Houstonians as TPPF’s own Dr. Richard Johnson, State Representative Shawn Thierry, and engaged parent Angie Thibodeaux discussed the need for education options in their own communities and the sacrifices and hard…
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Season 1 Top 10 | #5 Dive Into Inquiry. A Conversation with Trevor MacKenzie.
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We're continuing summer break with #5 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. Ever wondered how transforming education from within can ignite a child's natural curiosity? Kaity and Adriane chat with Trevor MacKenzie, an experienced teacher, author, keynote speaker, and inquiry consultant, about this question and more. Trevor shares his journey of reshapin…
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How to Protect Your Children from the Dangers of Social Media (with Dr. Leonard Sax)
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This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Dr. Leonard Sax, a practicing physician and a New York Times bestselling author, to discuss how social media is impacting kids and how parents can mitigate its effects.Av Traci DeVette Griggs and Dr. Leonard Sax
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Why Christians Must Engage in Our Post-Christian World
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Host: Center for Arizona Policy’s Vice President of Policy, Greg Scott Episode Summary: In this episode, Greg Scott discusses Arizona's evolving political landscape and its implications for families, emphasizing the importance of Christian engagement in governance and public policy. He outlines the challenges posed by a post-Christian culture and t…
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Parent Empowerment has swept the country, and Texas is leading the mission for transparency in our schools. That’s why mom of 4, Hillary Hickland, shares about her daughter’s experience seeing a friend be groomed by teachers to transition to a boy, and the fight to remove sexually explicit books that are still in our Texas school libraries. We will…
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Season 1 Top 10 | #6 What’s the real goal? What’s your real role?
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We're continuing summer break with #6 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. What would it mean for your child to be described as resilient, empathetic, and self-assured? This episode offers you a roadmap to nurturing those very qualities. Discover the transformative power of shifting from a carpenter to a gardener mentality, among other paradigm shifts,…
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