In this episode, we sit down with Tennessee State Representative Gloria Johnson, who has dedicated her life to fighting for justice and standing up for those left out or left behind. A special education teacher for 27 years, Gloria became fed up with elected officials attacking the rights of public school students and teachers. As a member of the “Tennessee Three,” she demanded that Republican politicians in Nashville stop the nonsense and pass gun safety laws to prevent future shootings. Now, Gloria is running for U.S. Senate with a mission to shift power back to working and middle-class families. She is committed to lowering costs for Tennessee families, expanding access to affordable healthcare, protecting reproductive freedom, passing common-sense gun safety measures, and increasing funding for public schools. Tune in as we discuss her journey, her vision for Tennessee, and why she’s ready to bring real change to Washington.

Gloria Johnson: Fighting for Tennessee's Future

Is the Big Bang theory on shaky ground? Are scientists abandoning long-held beliefs about the universe's origins? Discover the shocking evidence challenging mainstream cosmology and why many experts say it points to intelligent design. Could the Bible's account of creation be more scientifically sound than we thought?

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Erica DaCosta, a powerhouse advocate for gender equity, education reform, and immigrant rights, as well as a gifted poet and storyteller.  Here's the highlights:  
Erica's journey as a double-major graduate in Legal Studies and Public Affairs from Lasell University.
How her role as Deputy Director of Community Building at Leading Women of Tomorrow is connecting women to life-changing opportunities.
The intersection of art and advocacy—how Erica uses poetry to amplify emotions, stories, and change.
Her reflections on performing a moving spoken word piece at LaSalle University’s presidential inauguration.
Her vision for the future, including pursuing a career in law to drive meaningful reform.
This episode is filled with stories of resilience, community building, and the power of using your voice to inspire change. Whether you're an advocate, artist, or someone seeking motivation to make a difference, this one’s for you.  To learn more about Erica and her poetry, please visit https://www.instagram.com/ec_verse/

EP 105 Erica Da Costa

Join us for another Neurofeedback Podcast episode featuring Jay Gunkelman, QEEGD (the man who has read over 500,000 brain scans) and Dr. Mari Swingle (author of i-Minds). Hosted by Pete Jansons, this episode explores operant vs. classical conditioning, the psychology of rewards vs. punishments, and how neurofeedback shapes behavior.

📅 Topics Discussed:
✅ The difference between operant and classical conditioning
✅ How neurofeedback uses operant learning to shape brain function
✅ The role of rewards vs. punishments in parenting & education
✅ Why children respond to carrots more than sticks
✅ The decline of teacher quality & school systems—and how to fix it
✅ Can food, sex, and technology be overused as rewards?

Key Moments:
0:00 Show Start
0:25 Show Introduction
0:48 Pet Mental Health
3:40 Classical Conditioning and Operant Conditioning and Age
4:45 What is the Difference Between Classical Conditioning and Operant Conditioning?
5:51 Neal Miller Operant Conditioning https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neal_E....
8:37 Do Dogs Train People?
10:07 How Do Dog Whisperers Train?
12:00 When Did Operant Conditioning Become a Thing?
13:19 Arnaud Delorme https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arnaud_...
13:36 Juri Kropotov
14:40 Do They Teach Operant Conditioning in Psychology School?
15:50 Operant Conditioning / Instrumental Learning
18:06 Jim Hardt https://www.drjameshardt.com/
20:12 Theta-Beta Ratio Used to Be a Biomarker to Predict ADHD
22:00 Chemical Exposure and Sleep
23:25 CDC Map on Parkinsonism https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/pressroom/so...
23:32 CDC Map: Mortality Rate of Alzheimer’s https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/pressroom/so...
23:51 How Does Talk Therapy Use Operant Conditioning?
25:38 Carrot and the Stick
26:25 Reward the Behavior You Want vs. Punishing the Behavior You Don’t Want
26:53 Are Parents Today More Afraid to Use the Stick in Punishing Their Children?
29:36 Parents Have Gone from Corporal Punishment to Medicating Their Kids
30:55 Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Score
32:39 How to Use Positive Reinforcement (The Carrot). Food?
33:22 Anorexia
36:29 Phenotype Model
37:37 What Is the Best Way to Teach a Kid to Behave?
38:52 Jay Gunkelman’s Parenting Study (N of 1)
41:30 Ignoring / The Silent Treatment Is the Worst Thing You Can Do
44:10 Is School Suspension a Punishment?
45:20 Dr. Mari’s Wishlist to Make Learning in Schools Better
47:45 Q/A Chat Reference https://youtube.com/live/iu3YQDjBblc?...

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Neurofeedback Podcast: Carrots, Sticks & Conditioning in Mental Health 🧠

Prof. Michael D. Smith, Professor of Information Technology and Public Policy at Heinz College and Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University, shares key insights from his transformative book, The Abundant University: Remaking Higher Education for a Digital World.

The Abundant University by Michael D. Smith explores how our current higher education system is financially and morally unsustainable due to its exclusivity and inefficiencies. Smith argues that embracing digital technologies in enrollment, instruction, and credentialing can create a more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable model. He challenges institutional resistance to digital learning and highlights how technology can expand educational opportunities, benefiting students, employers, and society.

Prof. Smith holds a PhD in Management Science and Information Technology from MIT’s Sloan School, along with an M.S. in Telecommunications Science and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering (summa cum laude) from the University of Maryland. His research applies economic and statistical methods to analyze firm and consumer behavior in digital markets, with work published in top academic journals and featured in The Harvard Business Review and The Sloan Management Review and press outlets including The Economist, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Wired and Business Week. Professor Smith has received several awards for his teaching, research, and writing including the National Science Foundation’s prestigious CAREER Research Award, the 2009 and 2004 Best Teacher Awards in Carnegie Mellon’s Masters of Information Systems Management program, and the 2024 Frandson Award for Literature for The Abundant University.

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The Future of Learning: Prof. Michael Smith on Higher Education’s Digital Shift

This Insider’s Report examines the AI revolution's transformation of the global education sector and its implications for Barbados’ education system. 

Erdiston Teachers’ Training College, in collaboration with the Commonwealth of Learning, recently hosted a webinar to discuss AI and Self-Directed Learning. We'll hear from panellists: Dr. Denise Charles, Dr. Colin Cumberbatch, and Professor Kalyani Premkumar.

INSIDER'S REPORT - AI & LEARNING - THE NEXT CHAPTER PART 1

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Spotlights the tireless work of Black teachers in a historic New Orleans public school, one of countless public schools now part of a school closing crisis in cities nationwide

Time and again, teachers of color have been blamed for every conceivable wrong in urban schools, a tactic that ignores the history of racism and bolsters the expansion of charter schools that lack community roots. Covering the rich, 50-year legacy of George Washington Carver Senior High School from 1958-2005, What We Stand to Lose investigates how public school closures have impacted predominantly Black urban neighborhoods in New Orleans. This institutional history demonstrates the cultural value of school communities over time, including the ways they have navigated and excelled despite racism and state neglect.

Through oral history interviewing and archival research, antiracist organizer and author Kristen Buras offers an in-depth look into counter stories that oppose white majoritarian allegations of school failure. She conducted oral history interviews with more than 30 Carver alumni and teachers, unveiling the intergenerational culture that nurtured self-determination and an abiding sense of community in the face of endemic racism. In turn, Buras demonstrates Black teachers’ invaluable and often unrecognized contributions.

In compelling detail, Buras highlights the dire consequences of school closings, illuminating why the assault on veteran teachers, and the communities they have fostered, is the civil rights issue of our era.

A Selection from "What We Stand to Lose"

On August 12, the Richmond County Board of Education will decide who our next school superintendent is. Information about the two finalists, Dr. Malinda Cobb and Dr. Keith Simmons, is available on the school system's website. Host Janice Allen Jackson reviews the process, key data points illustrating the current status of the system, and her thoughts about what the school board should look for in a new leader. She also describes what a Strategic Waiver School System is, why Richmond County qualifies to be one, and the implications in the classroom. Learn more about the search and the finalists at https://www.rcboe.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&ModuleInstanceID=189409&ViewID=7b97f7ed-8e5e-4120-848f-a8b4987d588f&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=231796&PageID=1.

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Richmond County School System at a Crossroads with Janice Allen Jackson

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
1.	Get ready for back-to-school
2.	Ministerial Statement by the Minister of Educational Transformation, Chad Blackman

This week In Case You Missed It Opportunities – (August 13 - 19):
-	Teaching/school vacancies 
-	National Financial Literacy Programme: Programme Coordinator

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT AUGUST 13 - 19 (2025)

“The Code to Obey” is a conscious rap that highlights the gap between traditional education and real-world skills. It addresses how millions of learners are taught standardised subjects that often do not prepare them for employment, entrepreneurship, or self-sufficiency. The song explores the impact of AI and automation on jobs, the rise of surveillance, and the challenges young people face in a rapidly changing world.

At its core, the track is a call to action: to focus on hands-on learning, practical skills, and creative problem-solving. It encourages listeners to build, grow, and sustain their futures despite societal and technological pressures. With a mix of awareness, motivation, and empowerment, the song champions education that equips people to thrive—not just survive.

The Code to Obey

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Local and state governments, though often overshadowed by federal government, have tremendous impact on our quality of life. This podcast provides a valuable service by educating people on how to improve their own quality of life through civic engagement. Various organizations encourage residents to register and vote, but it does not appear that anyone is showing voters how to make good decisions when they do. It feels akin to hiring someone for a job without reviewing the job description. Local Matters changes that narrative by educating voters with short, clear, and unbiased civics lessons from a career local government professional, public speaker, and management consultant.

Podcast featuring Women Entrepreneurs, Disruptors, and Purveyors of change. Meeting You provides an amplifying platform for Women Entrepreneurs, Founders, and Leaders who are focused on Social Impact and Innovation.

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