Get Inspired with Dr. Barb
Welcome to my weekly podcast, the kingdom of world-wide innovation in education that connects education and well being of children. Hear stories about educational innovation from educators who are innovating in their teaching to make a difference for children and from experts in other fields whose work substantially contributes to this innovation. In addition, every episode includes a tip/strategy/activity you will be able to implement immediately in your own classroom or in your parenting ! You will also hear about innovative educational initiatives.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 27
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
The Teacher Effect: Igniting Potential in Every Student
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In this episode of Get Inspired with Dr. Barb, Paul L. Gunn Jr. discusses the intersection of education and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of personal experi…
Fueling Minds through What We See
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In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', I interviews Todd Cherches, a leadership expert and author, discussing the intersection of leadership and education. We ex…
Transforming Lives through Animal Assisted Play Therapy®
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In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', Dr. Risë VanFleet discusses her extensive experience in Animal Assisted Play Therapy®, emphasizing the importance of relat…
Innovative Animal Assisted Education Partnerships
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In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', I discuss the transformative role of therapy dogs in education with guests Ginette Garrity, a teacher, and Katie Baron, a …
Innovative Approach to Student Mental Health
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In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', I engage with Iuri Melo, the founder of SchoolPulse, to discuss the importance of proactive mental health support in educa…
Energy and Vibration in Education
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In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', I speak with Donna Lee Zmenak, a thought leader and expert in biofield energetic communication. We discuss the importance …
Let's Empower Girls!
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In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', I interview Jonathan Macdonald, the CEO and founder of Potency.World, an initiative aimed at transforming education for ch…
Self-efficacy: Game Changer
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In this solo episode, I discuss the critical role of self-efficacy in education and how innovative approaches, particularly involving therapy dogs, can significantly enhan…
Let's Defeat the Stigma!
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In this episode, I engage with Josh Mirsky, the creator of the Neurodiversity Strength Flag, discussing the importance of neurodiversity awareness and advocacy. We explore…
Do Not Ever Give Up!
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In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', I interview Jacob Farkash, a 16-year-old author, illustrator, and podcaster who shares his experiences living with autism.…
High School Where All Students Thrive
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In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', Dr. Amy Hawrylchak discusses the importance of teacher agency and project-based learning at Tech Valley High School. The c…
Lucinda: The Most Amazing Teacher
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In this episode, I interview Lucinda Ormiston, a dedicated teacher who shares her journey of becoming an educator and the transformative impact of therapy dogs in the clas…
How to Get Education Right
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In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', we explore the innovative perspectives on education from a young author, Zoraib Nadeem, and his mother, Ambreen. They disc…
The Best of India
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In this episode of “Get Inspired with Dr. Barb,” we explore the transformative power of therapy dogs through the inspiring project 'Woofers, Snow, and Sky'. The conversati…
The Most Powerful Way to Build Confidence for Neurodivergent Children
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In this inspiring conversation, I interview Dr. Jeff Karp, a Harvard Medical School professor and bioengineer, about the challenges faced by neurodivergent children in the…
The Melillo Method: The Mystery of Autism Unlocked
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In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Robert Melillo and I explore the complexities of autism, focusing on the Melillo approach, which emphasizes understanding the brain'…
Meditation for Transformative Education
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In this episode of "Get Inspired with Dr. Barb," Julie D'Ann discusses her role as an Illumination Guide and the importance of meditation and mindfulness in education. She…
Speech Pathologist of New Era
In this enlightening conversation, Barbara Vokatis and Sharlet Jensen explore the transformative power of animal-assisted therapy in education, particularly in the realm of speech pathology. They dis…
Experiential Learning in Action
In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', Dr. Gina Anderson discusses her innovative approach to education through her company Luma Brighter Learning, which focuses on experiential learning an…
Dog Therapy and Play Therapy in One
In this episode of 'Get Inspired with Dr. Barb', Barbara Vokatis interviews Teri Holamon, a pioneer in Animal Assisted Play Therapy. They discuss the profound impact of therapy animals in educational…