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Kevin Boston-Hill talks with Courtney Savoia, Assistant Director of Communications and Jennifer Pautz, Assistant Vice-President of Policy and Advocacy at NAF, to discuss how NAF Academies go further than apprenticeships to make students workforce ready, no matter the environment.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with the Vice President in charge of AP Courses at College Board, Terry Redican, about the benefits of AP (Advanced Placement) Courses as well as the different options in course offerings and how anyone can get enrolled in AP courses.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with writing professor and award-winning author Philip Chioffari about what it takes to be a writer.  He shares some tips and strategies to help anyone bring out that story that is within all of us.

In determining ways to cope with the stressors of life and practice mindfulness, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Dharma teacher Kaira Jewel Lingo, one of the authors of the book, “Healing Our Way Home - Black Buddhist Teachings on Ancestors, Joy, and Liberation”. Among topics discussed is how to practice mindfulness with our electronic devices.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with renowned linguistics expert and founder of the A.I. system DYSOLVE, Dr. Coral Hoh about how artificial intelligence can be used to fill in the gaps currently experienced in providing services for our special needs population. The current data shows that DYSOLVE is a better alternative to the current reading interventions and at a fraction of the cost.

Kevin Boston-Hill has a lively conversation with Erin Wilcox from the Pacific Legal Foundation and lead attorney in a lawsuit filed against NY Education Department's Science & Technology Entry Program (STEP). Joining the conversation is Wai Wah Chin, Charter President of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance Greater New York, one of the plaintiffs in the case. At stake is whether NY's STEP has discriminatory practices in providing opportunities for those underrepresented in the S.T.E.M. fields.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with friend of the show, Lisbet Chiraboga, the Program Manager of PETA's TeachKind program, which has just launched the Words Matter language guide for K-5 classrooms. It is the hope that this program will continue to support the teaching of empathy towards animals and, by extension, be more humane towards each other.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Dr. Joe Henderson, an associate professor in the Department of Environment and Society, at Paul Smith’s College, about recent proposed legislation aimed at making climate change education a mandated part of the curriculum. They also talk about the social and economic implications of climate change and the legislation.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with the author of the new book, “Garbage Bag Girl”, Celeste L. Edmunds, about her experiences as a foster child in the child welfare system and what kind of support and care these vulnerable children need to help them navigate the system.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Kenny Glenn, author of the book “Question Everything - Advice for Students and Graduates” to provide helpful tips for students of all ages to prepare for life after high school.

In a world where many students don’t know what they will do after high school and others change their minds later in life and therefore face the same uncertainty, Kevin Boston-Hill may have found the answer. Here he speaks with Dr. Autumn Caviness, Director of Real Talk and Big Future at the College Board. They explore the different ways students of all ages can prepare for their lives after high school - even if they have already left school.

As we re-imagine education in our country, there is a new book that may shed some insight on the direction in which we should go. Here, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with the author of the book, “Crisis-Proofing Today’s Learners: Reimagining Career Education to Prepare Kids for Tomorrow’s World”, Jean Eddy, who is also the President and CEO of American Student Assistance. Joining the conversation is Dr. Shari Camhi, Superintendent of the Baldwin Union Free School District.

With the rise of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion workshops and committees, there is a lot of information that can leave people overwhelmed. Here, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Christine Platt and Catherine Wigginton Greene about their new book, "Rebecca, Not Becky", that takes a light-hearted yet real approach to discussing the impact of DEI and its real purpose - building better relationships.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Dr. Brandi Waters, Senior Director and Program Manager of AP African American Studies at College Board, about the effect and impact of the course on student achievement and self-discovery, as well as how African American history and culture is intertwined with other cultures and communities.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Brooke Rice, Vice-President of Work-based Learning, and Courtney Savoia, Assistant Director of Communications at NAF - a series of academies that bring schools and businesses together to provide high school students with the skills they need to be employable in this new global economy.

In the continuing journey to inform people about the importance of taking care of their mental health, Kevin speaks with Dr. William Smith, Chief Executive Administrator for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at the Huntsman Mental Health Institute at the University of Utah and Heidi Arthur, Ad Council Chief Campaign Development Officer about a new campaign geared to get more resources and strategies to people across the country and encourage them to take care of self the same way they care for loved ones.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with journalist and Hofstra University professor, Kristal Zook, about her memoir, “The Girl in the Yellow Poncho”. They discuss the challenges and wonders of having a multiracial identity and what can be done to support this rapidly growing segment of our population.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with award-winning sociologist and author Adia Harvey Wingfield about her new book, "Gray Areas: How the Way We Work Perpetuates Racism and What We Can Do About It". The conversation not only points out the obstacles and barriers faced by women and people of color in the workplace and at school, but offers some research proven, concrete strategies to help overcome those obstacles.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with NASA Flight Opportunities Program Manager, Danielle McCulloch, about the TechRise Student Challenge - a STEM competition for middle and high school students. For more information, go to: https://www.futureengineers.org/nasatechrise

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Courtney Crawford, the Executive Director of the Brooklyn Campus of the Jeremiah Program, a national program that provides a variety of supports to single mothers and their children. Joining the conversation is one of the program's enrollees, Natasha Peguero.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with policy expert and Silicon Valley-based CEO, Tom Kemp, who authored the book, "Containing Big Tech: How to Protect our Civil Rights, Economy, and Democracy". They discuss the ways the big social media companies influence every aspect of our lives and what can be done to protect ourselves, including the most vulnerable of our society - our children.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Graham Glass, CEO of CYPHER Learning and former Computer Technology professor, about how A.I. can dramatically cut down the amount of time it takes to plan a series of lessons - from hundreds of hours to 10 minutes! - so educators can spend more time doing what they signed up for: teaching.

In a discussion that should spark the next Civil Rights agenda, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Mindy Bingham, best-selling author of the Career Choices Series and Awardee of the Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition for Innovative Approaches to Curricula and the Breaking Traditions Award from the Equity Council of the National Association for Career and Technical Education, about the importance of providing educational equity to students in the form of early college or dual-enrollment opportunities.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Allie McCormick, graduating Girl Scout, about the importance of her Gold Award Project - Using Art Therapy to Work with Students Facing Mental Health Issues. Joining the conversation is Gabrielle Fidis, herself a Girl Scout and current Creative Arts and Drama Therapist, who mentored and provided consultation to Allie for her project. They share tips and strategies that both students and parents can use immediately.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with nationally recognized parenting expert, Ann McKitrick, to discuss ways working parents, new and veteran, can have meaningful connections with their children, given the number of hours of separation they experience.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Allen Koh, Founder and CEO of the International Admissions Consulting Firm, Cardinal Education, about how the recent Supreme Court ruling will impact families as they apply to college and whether there could be a trickle down effect to prep school admissions.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Specialist, Meredith Carothers, about the ways to reduce the spread of food borne illnesses and how to send food with your child safely to school. Don't forget to get your food thermometer!

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Colleen Creighton, Director of End Family Fire at Brady, and military veteran Tom Cruz about the dramatic rise in suicide by gunfire and what can be done to bring the numbers down and possibly prevent it. ***We would caution that the content may be sensitive to some listeners, but it is necessary to help keep our students, veterans and families safe.***

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Garrett Murch, author of the book, "Ezzy's Education - A Story of Politics Invading a High School". Together they discuss the importance of students understanding and getting involved in the political process as well as how they can discern fact from rhetoric.

There is a teacher shortage across the country and Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Debbie Veney, Senior Vice-President of Communication and Marketing at the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, to find out why. In discussing a Harris Poll, they uncover some eye opening data.

With students spending more time with electronic devices, there is a desire to regulate their screen time. Here, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Sara DeWitt, Senior Vice-President and General Manager of PBS Kids, about different ways to help children use the technology responsibly and as an aid to their development.

Kevin Boston-Hill has a conversation with journalist and Editor-in-Chief of The Hechinger Report, Liz Willen, about the ills of math education in America, what can be done, and how anyone can be involved in the solution.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with football coach and businessman Bill Courtney about his movement, "An Army of Normal Folks." This movement spotlights the efforts of ordinary people who make a difference in their communities. Their conversation shows ways that instead of "Waiting for Superman," one man can make a difference and how you can join the "Army."

As families try to gain every advantage to get into college, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with veteran academic coach and Founder & CEO of Cardinal Education, Allen Koh, about what families should do to prepare for college, and when they should start.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Dr. R.A. Ptahsen-Shabazz, Chair of Africana Studies at Nassau Community College, about the importance of providing opportunities for our youth to express themselves and train them to be the next generation of activists. Joining them on the conversation is student and author Nehemie Saint Fleur, who is speaking at the Garden City TedX event which will be recorded.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Sharon Leino, author of the book series, "Adventures in Lusair," about how to encourage students (and others) to problem solve by using their imaginations. They discuss several experiences that students are likely to have and ways to deal with the emotions they will face.

Kevin Boston-Hill has an in-depth conversation with the Chair of Africana Studies at Nassau Community College and author of the book, "Black to the Roots - Reggae's Rise, Downpression and Reascension", Dr. R.A. Ptahsen-Shabazz, about how people of color have been influenced by the mainstream and how they have influenced everything from music to education to politics.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Secretary of NYS Commissioner's Advisory Panel for Special Education and Founder & CEO of S.T.I.G.M.A. Consulting Group, Dr. Danielle Williams, about the importance of eliminating the stigma surrounding children with disabilities. Dr. Williams shares some tips and strategies to help all students, not just those with special needs, to be successful academically, socially, and emotionally.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with nationally recognized library technology consultant and best-selling author, Nick Tanzi, about the evolution of the library system from card catalogues to Artificial Intelligence. It is important to note that libraries do more than just lend out books. They are truly a hub of information within the community.

As debate regarding Artificial Intelligence and Chatbots increases, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with award-winning educational advocate and CEO of the educational publishing company, Academic Innovations, Mindy Bingham, about why teachers, parents, and caregivers need to be aware of technology like ChatGPT and other AI software. Ms. Bingham cautions, “Imagine what your life would be like if a machine does this for you, and you never get the opportunity to stretch your thinking and apply basic knowledge to common problems. What would society be like if within one generation we don’t have people with the experience to solve the problems we face.”

Kevin Boston-Hill and EdWeek journalist Madeline Will explore the ways in which schools can develop a culture of mentorship to support students who struggle academically and adults who wish to more effectively help their students. They discuss how mentorship can be another Academic Intervention Service.

Kevin Boston-Hill has an in-depth conversation with Jill Barshay, Senior Reporter at The Hechinger Report, about the impact of High Dosage Tutoring and Virtual Tutoring on our students and those who provide the service.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Dr. Christopher Grobe, English professor and English Chair at Amherst College, about the use of artificial intelligence in education. They discuss the pros and cons as well as how tools like ChatGPT can be used to help develop critical thinkers.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Dr. Jo Lein about how effective and important instructional coaching is to teacher practice. Just as teachers need support and training, coaches need support and training as well.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with the Editorial Director of Educational Resources at Workman Publishing, Karen Edwards, about the 30-year success of the educational resource, Brain Quest, and how it supports the educational development of students from birth to high school.

Kevin Boston-HIll speaks with cognitive developmental psychologist, Claire Rubman, PhD, about the plague of illiteracy in this country. Dr. Rubman also discusses how the tips outlined in her new book, "This May Be Difficult to Read - But You Really Should", will help parents and caregivers can help children to read.

In honor of National Mentoring Month, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with FranklinCovey senior advisor on thought leadership, Scott Jeffrey Miller, about how people of all ages and backgrounds can benefit from mentoring. Miller shares valuable insight gleaned from the hundreds of interviews he conducted for his leadership podcast.

In a discussion about the biography, "Call Him Jack - The Story of Jackie Robinson, Black Freedom Fighter", Kevin Boston-Hill and one of the book's authors, Michael G. Long, explore the side of Robinson that isn't as widely discussed - that of staunch activist. So much attention is paid to one brief moment of Robinson's life, that of a Hall of Fame Baseball Player, his life before and after having been relegated to afterthought. Not any longer.

In recognition of National Bullying Prevention Month, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Kayla Taylor, author of the book, "Canaries Among Us - A Mother's Quest to Honor her Child's Individuality in a Culture Determined to Negate it". They discuss ways our schools and society can support those with differences and their families so they are celebrated rather than ridiculed.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Janice Trent, Vice President of Audiology Practice at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and Barbara Kelley, Executive Director of the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) about the importance of having your hearing checked as relates to overall health and academic success, as well as a few new options available to treat minor hearing loss.

As we look for more ways to engage students in science and also teach students to be more empathetic, it seems there are digital and virtual solutions to replace animals in the teaching of science. Join the conversation as Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Samantha Crowe, Manager of Science Education for PETA about some of the digital and virtual resources available that can more effectively teach science concepts and content.

As a way to help students deal with current events and learn history at the same time, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with the authors of 'The Thread Collectors,' Alyson Richman and Shaunna J. Edwards, about how they reconciled their family history during the Civil War with the racial violence experienced today.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Dana Bryson, Senior Vice-President of Social Impact at Study.com, about how we can work together to correct an issue that has plagued the country even before COVID - the shortage of teachers, qualified or otherwise, in this country.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with award-winning journalist Maya Payne Smart about the research and stories that go into her book, "Reading for Our Lives: A Literacy Action Plan from Birth to Six," so parents and care-givers can learn strategies necessary to help their children become more successful readers.

College planning can be a stressful time in the lives of students and their families. In this episode, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Vincent Alvarez, Associate Director of BigFuture Student Engagement at College Board, to discuss ways to develop a plan of attack to reduce some of the stress as students prepare for their Big Future.

For years school and districts have sought ways to link student achievement to teacher evaluation. Student Learning Objectives, or SLOs, seem to be the way. However, as Kevin Boston-Hill points out in his conversation with Dr. Linda Mayger, Associate Professor at the College of New Jersey, using SLOs may be doing more harm than good.

As a strategy to help improve students’ math skills and our overall perception about math, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Laura Overdeck, President and Founder of BedTime Math, about how focusing on the math involved in some of our favorite bedtime stories can dramatically increase math skills of our elementary level students. Find out how spending as little as 15 minutes a week reviewing math can produce impressive results.

As families get set to send their children back to school, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Dr. Malika Fair, Senior Director of Equity and Social Accountability at the Association of American Medical Colleges about the importance of getting vaccinated as a defense against the COVID-19 virus. With the number of strains growing and becoming more contagious, Dr. Fair stresses including the COVID-19 vaccine with the other back-to-school health regimen families undertake.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Pulitzer-Prize winning author Will Bunch about the purpose of college, whether the current system lives up to these expectations, and what can be done to correct this situation.

As parents try to provide the best learning opportunities for their children, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with education journalist Jill Barshay about the state of gifted and talented programs throughout the country as well as in New York. It seems the biggest question is how to come up with a set of criteria that is equitable and gives everyone an opportunity to be recognized.

With inflation on the rise and the pandemic looming as large as ever, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Steve Rueschhoff, Principal of Edward Jones financial group, about the importance of choosing the right instrument to save for college. Regardless of where you may be in your education journey, you can make saving work for you.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Jennifer Lee, Chief Growth Officer of Photomath, about some of the reasons why college enrollment has been declining, how it can be addressed, and some things colleges can do to support all students to be successful. Oh, and they also talk about how educational apps like Photomath can provide students with the skills needed to be employable in this new employment landscape.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with return guest Justina Nixon-Santil, Global Head of Corporate Social Responsibility at IBM to get an update on their SkillsBuild program and to discuss the current employment situation and what can be done to close the technology employment gap.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Hiring Manager and Career Coach Jeremy Schifeling about what recruiters look for when hiring. Schifeling also shares his experience at LinkedIn to inform listeners how to format their resumes and other recruiting tips and hacks.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Debbie Veney, Vice President of Communications and Marketing at the National Alliance about the current issues and obstacles facing charter schools today.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Lisbet Chiriboga, Program Manager for PETA's TeachKind program. In an era of increased bullying and violence, they discuss updates to the curriculum that help teachers, parents and caregivers to teach empathy and caring for one another to students of all ages.

In addressing the growing need for professional learning and employee up-skilling, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with the chancellor of the National University System, Dr. Michael Cunningham, about, among other things, the partnership National University has with Amazon to provide tuition free courses to all of its hourly employees across the nation.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with the Executive Director of the Afterschool Alliance, Jodi Grant, and the President and CEO of the National 4-H Council, Jennifer Sirangelo about the importance of supporting afterschool programs, especially in terms of the impact on students' mental health in the era of COVID.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Dovid Efune, publisher and chairman of the New York Sun, a newspaper that has experienced a resurgence in popularity, about the importance of newspapers in recording our history as it unfolds as well as its place as a resource for our students in developing them into critical thinkers.

In recognition of Poetry Month, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with poet and editor of the book, "The Path to Kindness - Poems of Connection and Joy", James Crews, about the importance of connecting with each other. Through the lens of a diverse group of writers, readers of any age learn the valuable lessons of reflection, connection, empathy, and joy.

As families prepare for graduation, a new concern may be brewing - their students may not receive the AP credit they worked so hard to obtain because of legislation being passed in response to what may be taught in schools. Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Education Week staff writer Ileana Najarro on what the College Board sees as the implications of new legislation being passed in several states across the country.

In an effort to make science fun and accessible to all, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with science teacher, author, and developer of the Instagram site - letslearnaboutscience, Dr. Stephanie Ryan to discuss how to create fun activities and turn your kitchen into a simple science lab.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Oral and Written Language Specialist in the Neurology Department of Children's Hospital Boston and Lecturer at Harvard University, Dr. Rebecca Rolland as she shares insights into her new book, "The Art of Talking With Children - The Simple Ways to Nurturing Kindness, Creativity, and Confidence in Kids". Dr. Rolland shares strategies on how to communicate with the most difficult force on Earth - our children.

We know that reading is fundamental, but it turns out that we may have been teaching it wrong. Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Reading Researcher and Educator Dr. Molly Ness about the shortcomings of current reading programs and suggests some strategies on how to improve so our students get the reading support they truly need.

Kevin Boston-Hill talks with Editor-In-Chief of the Award-winning Hechinger Report, Liz Willen about the rise in the movement to remove particular books from our curriculum and libraries, and in some cases criminalizing their use in our schools.

Though the title may imply issues and concerns in the South, make no mistake, these are matters being experienced all across the county. Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with representatives from the Southern Education Foundation: President & CEO, Raymond Pierce and Senior Research Policy Analyst, Meagan Crowe. Together they discuss the findings of the latest education report and its implications for all Americans.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with National Science Foundation board members Ellen Ochoa (former astronaut and Director of the Johnson Space Center) and Julia Phillips (primary manager for the global report to Congress) about the United States' place globally in science and engineering and the state of science education in this country.

As we try to create more empathetic citizens, P.E.T.A. has developed curricula for elementary and high school students to encourage students to be kind to each other and the environment. In this episode, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with TeachKind Program Manager Lisbet Chiriboga and Counselor and Professor of Criminal Justice and Sociology Dr. Kimberly Spanjol about how the curriculum can be implemented in K-12 as well as college settings to help create a more empathetic world.

Get Set Up is a digital education platform that provides people age 55 and over a way to equip themselves with the tools and knowledge to get along in our world. Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with GetSetUp co-founder Lawrence Kosick and platform guide Wade Yarbrough about the benefits of the platform and what senior Americans can get out of the courses offered.

Increasingly what we call a family takes on a varied meaning. Ask any of the millions of school children across the country what they consider a family and you will get almost as many definitions. In the quest to develop more empathy and understanding for "non-traditional" families and the impact they have on the children, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with People Español editor and author of the book, "In Search of Emma," Armando Lucas Correa, about his journey as a gay man who wanted a family of his own.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with former Assistant District Attorney Scott Limmer about his new book, Keeping Our Kids Safe and Out of Trouble, in which he provides practical advice and steps that parents and caregivers can provide their children if they should ever find themselves in difficult situations, whether in school, at home, or anywhere in between.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with author and illustrator of the book, "A Pocket Guide to Pigeon Watching - Getting to Know the World's Most Misunderstood Bird", Rosemary Mosco, to shed light on and dispel myths about the much maligned pigeon. They explore, among other things, the historical and current social impact the pigeon has had on our civilization. You may just change your mind about "the rat with wings".

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with IBM Vice-President and Global Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, Justina Nixon, about several programs IBM is spearheading to provide technical skills to 30 million people worldwide by 2030.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with award-winning author and motivational speaker Ty Allan Jackson about the importance of teaching our youth about financial literacy and entrepreneurship. Jackson's book, "Make Your Own Money - How Kids Can Earn It, Save It, Spend It, and Dream Big" provides motivation and worksheets that take the mystery out of making money.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with one of the people caught in the fallout of the Varsity Blues Scandal, former sailing coach John Vandemoer, about how he was made to be an unwitting accomplice to a scandal that rocked the college world. In his book, Rigged Justice, Vandemoer describes the turmoil he and his family experienced as a result of the influence of purported mastermind Rick Singer.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with clinical psychologist and author of the book, "Running is a Kind of Dreaming," JM Thompson, about how his own battle with suicidal depression has enabled him to help others confront and work through their own trauma. Thompson provides strategies and resources for those suffering through depression and their families and loved ones.

How safe are your passwords? During the pandemic, the average person has created 15 new accounts and has increased time spent online. In light of cybersecurity month, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Google Cybersecurity Expert, Grace Hoyt, about how to keep your passwords strong, your accounts secure, and your children safe while living on the internet.

On the heels of current headlines, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Qian Julie Wang, the author of the NY Times best-seller, Beautiful Country, about her experiences as an undocumented person in this country as well as how to advocate for our students and their families who are simply seeking a better life.

In light of the severe weather that has yielded catastrophic outcomes, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with the co-Founder and CEO of the Potential Energy Coalition, John Marshall, and a research scientist in the Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University, Dr. Melissa Burt, about the current global situation and why we need to act now if we hope to reverse things.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Jodi Grant, Executive Director of The Afterschool Alliance, and Laura Overdeck, founder and president of BedTime Math, about the importance of after school programs. While they are important, a new study shows that these programs are scarce and not accessible to those who can truly benefit from them.

Technology use has increased tremendously during the pandemic as everyone looks for efficient ways to educate our students, whether in person or remotely. In this episode, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Google Tools Expert, Marley McAliley, about how Google's technology can help students, families, and teachers to stay organized and increase academic engagement.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Josh Thomases, Executive Vice-President of the Great Oaks Foundation, about the lessons learned through the pandemic and what models should be explored to help our students and teachers.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Justina Nixon-Saintil, IBM Vice-President and Global Head of Corporate Social Responsibility about how people can take advantage of the pandemic to reassess their skills and acquire new technical skills through programs like IBM's SkillsBuild - a platform of over 1000 courses that anyone over 13 can access for free.

As we recognize the 31st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Google Accessibility Expert Laura Allen about the latest technologies developed by Google and features added to their Chrome browser and Chromebooks that will help students and others with hearing and visual impairments.

Kevin Boston-Hill has a conversation with Sustainability Expert Marina Psaros, author of the book - THE ATLAS OF DISAPPEARING PLACES - OUR COASTS AND OCEANS IN THE CLIMATE CRISIS. They discuss the global impact of climate change and how schools can add sustainability studies to the curriculum and encourage the next generation of climate experts.

Kevin Boston Hill speaks with Jennifer Ng'andu, the Managing Director of Program at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, about the importance of expanding resources like the Child Tax Credit for families as they navigate their way through this pandemic.

Kevin-Boston Hill discusses the hazards of distracted driving, especially in light of the country re-opening and students getting ready to go off to college. Joining him in this conversation is Julie Garner, the founder of Project Yellow Light and the 2021 College Contest Winner, Katie Saylor.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with NY Times best-selling author Thomas Moore, regarding his new book, "Soul Therapy", and how teachers, parents and other care-givers can learn to better care for each other by changing their conversation and outlook.