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KindlED | The Prenda Podcast

The KindlED Podcast explores the science of nurturing children's potential and creating empowering learning environments through microschooling. 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 [email protected].

Kids & Family Learning Education Parenting
Update frequency
every 10 days
Average duration
54 minutes
Episodes
82
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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Episode 42: Building Healthy Brains. A Conversation with Ned Johnson.

Episode 42: Building Healthy Brains. A Conversation with Ned Johnson.

This week, Kaity and Adriane chatted with Ned Johnson, co-author of "The Self-Driven Child" and "What Do You Say?" about healthy brain development.

Episode 42  explores:
🔥 the impact of school start …

01:07:53  |   Tue 09 Apr 2024
Episode 41: School Choice & Policy. A Conversation with Norton Rainey.

Episode 41: School Choice & Policy. A Conversation with Norton Rainey.

This week, Kaity and Adriane chat with Norton Rainey, CEO of ACE Scholarships. Norton is all in on opening doors to top-notch education for every kid, no matter where they come from. In this episode,…

00:52:50  |   Tue 02 Apr 2024
Episode 40: 3 Hidden Threats. A Conversation with Matt Barnes.

Episode 40: 3 Hidden Threats. A Conversation with Matt Barnes.

This week, Kaity and Adriane chat with Matt Barnes, who works to help parents defend their children from hidden threats that are unique to the 21st century. In this episode, Matt uncovers three of th…

00:52:05  |   Tue 26 Mar 2024
Episode 39: Setting Kids Free. A Conversation with Mike Oliver.

Episode 39: Setting Kids Free. A Conversation with Mike Oliver.

This week, Kaity and Adriane chat with Mike Oliver, the progressive principal of Mountain View High School in Mesa, Arizona, about the components of an ideal educational opportunity for students. Mik…

00:54:16  |   Tue 19 Mar 2024
Episode 38: Enhance Humanity. A Conversation with Olivia Nannono.

Episode 38: Enhance Humanity. A Conversation with Olivia Nannono.

This week, Kaity and Adriane chat with Olivia Nannono, the executive director of Enhance Humanity Uganda, about the challenges communities in Uganda face when it comes to accessing education and what…

00:57:51  |   Tue 12 Mar 2024
Episode 37:  Using Declarative Language. A Conversation with Linda K. Murphy.

Episode 37: Using Declarative Language. A Conversation with Linda K. Murphy.

Ever found yourself wondering why your child seems overwhelmed by choices or why a simple instruction can lead to confrontation? This week, Kaity and Adriane's conversation with Linda K. Murphy, a sp…

00:56:27  |   Tue 05 Mar 2024
Episode 36: Dive Into Inquiry. A Conversation with Trevor MacKenzie.

Episode 36: Dive Into Inquiry. A Conversation with Trevor MacKenzie.

This week, Kaity and Adriane chat with Trevor MacKenzie, an experienced teacher, author, keynote speaker and inquiry consultant, about the importance of relationship and curiosity in education, as we…

01:01:36  |   Tue 27 Feb 2024
Episode 35: Collaborative Problem Solving

Episode 35: Collaborative Problem Solving

This week, Kaity and Adriane discuss a new approach to understanding and addressing kids' behavior.  Their conversation dives deep into the developmental expectations placed on children and the need …

00:50:41  |   Tue 20 Feb 2024
Episode 34: Free to Learn. A Conversation with Peter Gray.

Episode 34: Free to Learn. A Conversation with Peter Gray.

This week, Kaity and Adriane chat with Peter Gray, research professor of psychology and neuroscience at Boston College and renowned author of "Free to Learn." This episode is all about the power of p…

01:08:26  |   Tue 13 Feb 2024
Episode 33: The Value of Choice. A Conversation with Caleb Collier.

Episode 33: The Value of Choice. A Conversation with Caleb Collier.

This week, Kaity and Adriane chat with Caleb Collier, co-founder of The Forest School and director at The Institute for Self-Directed Learning. This episode is all about self-directed education, wher…

00:55:48  |   Tue 06 Feb 2024
Episode 32: Emotional Regulation and Gentle Parenting. A Conversation with KJ Althoff.

Episode 32: Emotional Regulation and Gentle Parenting. A Conversation with KJ Althoff.

This week, Kaity and Adriane chat with KJ Althoff,  Director of Content for Big Life Journal. This episode is all about navigating a child's emotions and how it can lead to a deeper understanding of …

00:48:12  |   Tue 30 Jan 2024
Episode 31: Understanding Executive Function. A Conversation with Seth Perler.

Episode 31: Understanding Executive Function. A Conversation with Seth Perler.

This week, Kaity and Adriane chat with Seth Perler, an executive function coach who overcame his academic struggles and now offers hope to children facing similar challenges. They discuss learning di…

00:58:16  |   Tue 23 Jan 2024
Episode 30: Raising Resilient Kids. A Conversation with Lenore Skenazy.

Episode 30: Raising Resilient Kids. A Conversation with Lenore Skenazy.

This week, Kaity & Adriane chat with Lenore Skenazy, author of "Free-Range Kids." You might have heard her called "America's Worst Mom." But don't let that moniker fool you! Lenore's journey from her…

00:57:39  |   Tue 16 Jan 2024
Episode 29: Our Favorite Books

Episode 29: Our Favorite Books

On Episode 29 of The KindlED Podcast, Kaity and Adriane do a deep dive into their favorite books! 

These reads aren't just for parents and educators—they're for anyone on a quest to grow alongside the…

00:48:22  |   Tue 09 Jan 2024
Episode 28: Reimagining Education. A Conversation with Kelly Smith.

Episode 28: Reimagining Education. A Conversation with Kelly Smith.

On Episode 28 of The KindlED Podcast, Kaity and Adriane chat with Kelly Smith, CEO and founder of Prenda and author of "A Fire to be Kindled."  This episode dives into what it means to empower learne…

00:50:31  |   Tue 02 Jan 2024
Episode 27: Inquiry-led Learning. A Conversation with Amir Nathoo

Episode 27: Inquiry-led Learning. A Conversation with Amir Nathoo

On Episode 27 of The KindlED Podcast, Kaity and Adriane chat with Amir Nathoo, CEO of Outschool. We talk about inquiry-based learning, and Amir shares his inspiring journey to creating Outschool and …

00:48:37  |   Tue 12 Dec 2023
Episode 26: The Learning Game. A Conversation with Ana Lorena Fabrega.

Episode 26: The Learning Game. A Conversation with Ana Lorena Fabrega.

On Episode 26 of The KindlED Podcast, Kaity and Adriane chat with Ana Lorena Fabrega, author of "The Learning Game" and chief evangelist at Synthesis,  In this episode, Ana — drawing from her acclaim…

00:57:48  |   Tue 05 Dec 2023
Episode 25: Embracing Individuality. A Conversation with Todd Rose.

Episode 25: Embracing Individuality. A Conversation with Todd Rose.

On Episode 25 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 learning.

Th…

01:11:23  |   Tue 28 Nov 2023
Episode 24: Understanding Aggression in Kids

Episode 24: Understanding Aggression in Kids

On Episode 24 of The KindlED Podcast, Kaity and Adriane deep dive into understanding aggression in kids. They share some of their own stories of dealing with aggression in kids and give practical tip…

00:47:45  |   Tue 21 Nov 2023
Episode 23: Technology Support Mastery. A Conversation with Joanna Lovejoy.

Episode 23: Technology Support Mastery. A Conversation with Joanna Lovejoy.

On Episode 23 of The KindlED Podcast,  Kaity and Adriane chat with Joanna Lovejoy, an education technology innovator and founding member of Alpha and Kinjo. Get ready to be inspired by Joanna's amazi…

00:51:36  |   Tue 14 Nov 2023
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