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Educator Wellness Podcast

Scanlan Center for School Mental Health, University of Iowa

24 episodes

1 month ago

In this episode, Jon Solomon, the community and impact director of the Sports and Society Program at the Aspen Institute, joins Kari for a thought-provoking discussion about the far-reaching impact of sports and physical activities on youth mental wellness. This episode sheds light on the crucial role of coaches and educators in recognizing mental health challenges and creating supportive environments for all students. Uncover how physical activity can be a powerful tool for fostering empathy...

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In this episode, Jon Solomon, the community and impact director of the Sports and Society Program at the Aspen Institute, joins Kari for a thought-provoking discussion about the far-reaching impact of sports and physical activities on youth mental wellness. This episode sheds light on the crucial role of coaches and educators in recognizing mental health challenges and creating supportive environments for all students. Uncover how physical activity can be a powerful tool for fostering empathy...

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Episodes (20/24)

Educator Wellness Podcast

Game On: Harnessing The Power of Sports and Physical Activity for Mental Wellness

In this episode, Jon Solomon, the community and impact director of the Sports and Society Program at the Aspen Institute, joins Kari for a thought-provoking discussion about the far-reaching impact of sports and physical activities on youth mental wellness. This episode sheds light on the crucial role of coaches and educators in recognizing mental health challenges and creating supportive environments for all students. Uncover how physical activity can be a powerful tool for fostering empathy...

6 months ago

43 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Beyond Survival Mode: How to Recognize and Recover from Job Burnout

Have you experienced burnout? How do you work through it? Dr. Christina Maslach, leading burnout expert and author, chats with Kari about six key chronic job stressors and how educators can recognize the early signs of burnout in themselves and others. This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling overwhelmed at work or looking to create a healthier, more balanced professional life. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Visit our website: https...

7 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Nourishing Minds, Fueling Futures: How Food Impacts Students’ Ability to Thrive

Dr. Marlene Schwartz, director of the Rudd Center for Food Policy and Health, joins Kari to discuss the critical role school nutrition programs play in the well-being of students, how schools and districts can advocate for better programs, and practical strategies for implementing improvements. Tune in to learn how you can be part of the movement to nourish our students' bodies and minds, setting them up for a healthier, more successful future. Join us as we dive into how we nourish to flouri...

8 months ago

32 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Educators and Parents Unite! The Power of Strong School-Family Collaborations

Building strong family-educator relationships is vital to healthy learning environments. Megan Olivia Hall, STEM educator and social emotional lead teacher at Open World Learning Community in St. Paul Public Schools, sits down with Kari to discuss proactive things educators can do to build more positive, collaborative relationships with parents. As both an educator and parent, Megan offers unique strategies to strengthen parent-teacher connections that result in more supportive and enriching ...

9 months ago

38 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Alone Together: Navigating Loneliness in Education

Recent research has found evidence that loneliness has detrimental effects on both our mental and physical health. Join Kari and expert Jillian Racoosin, executive director of the Foundation for Social Connection, as they unpack the crucial role that social connection plays in fostering a healthier, happier life. Discover how educators can foster meaningful relationships, improve student mental health, and create more connected learning environments. Learn practical tips to build your own "co...

10 months ago

34 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

The Attendance Crisis: Tackling School Avoidance, Together

Why aren’t students coming to school and what can educators do about it? Dr. Carolyn Gentle-Genitty, a renowned expert on school avoidance with over 25 years of experience in higher education, joins Kari to unpack this hot button issue. Learn why developmental factors play a larger role than you might expect, the root causes of school avoidance, how the pandemic reshaped attendance norms, and innovative approaches schools are using to tackle this urgent issue. Access the full episode transcr...

11 months ago

40 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Speaking the Truth from the Field

In this episode, explore the ripple effects of policy changes, social media, and evolving communication norms through the eyes of passionate educators. Kari talks with the dynamic husband-wife duo Myles and Haley Finn from Indianola, Iowa. Haley, a middle school counselor, and Myles, a high school vocal teacher and TikTok influencer (@itsmrfinn) with 1M+ followers, offer valuable insights into the complexities of teaching in today's world and how to harness your authentic self as an educator....

1 year ago

1 hour 14 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

The Power of Us: Transforming K-12 Schools Through Collective Action

Andrea Forcum – (better known as Educator Andrea) – makes educators feel seen. With 1M+ followers on TikTok and Instagram, Andrea is widely admired for down-to-earth videos that lean into the chaos of teaching. In this episode, Andrea sits down with Kari to explore the critical issues facing today's educators. Together, they passionately advocate for teachers and students, discussing how collective action can transform our schools and drive meaningful change. This inspiring conversatio...

1 year ago

1 hour 1 minute

Educator Wellness Podcast

Reimagining MTSS: A Pathway to Whole School Well-Being

Dr. Kari Vogelgesang hosts the University of California Santa Barbara’s Dr. Michael Furlong (research professor and distinguished professor emeritus of school psychology) and Dr. Erin Dowdy (professor in the department of counseling, clinical, and school psychology) to rethink Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) as a holistic well-being framework that benefits the entire school community. During this conversation, we broaden the scope of MTSS and reassess the framework's foundational 'why'...

1 year ago

47 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Nature Nurtures: How to Leverage the Outdoors for Enriched Learning

A rejuvenating conversation all about the power of outdoor education! Dr. Kari Vogelgesang hosts Dr. Angela Rekers, assistant professor at St. Ambrose University, and Jay Gorsh, director of the University of Iowa’s School of the Wild, to discuss the social, emotional, and mental health benefits of outdoor education for our students, educators, and education systems as a whole. Learn how to get nature-based programs started at your school or tips on integrating outdoor learning into your class...

1 year ago

1 hour 15 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

The Social Media Tug-of-War: How Much is “Too Much” for our Students?

In today's digitally-driven world, social media and technology play an integral role in our students' lives. But what happens when tech use becomes excessive, unhealthy, or detrimentally affects our students’ emotional and mental health? Host Dr. Kari Vogelgesang welcomes Dr. Jacqueline Nesi, a psychologist and assistant professor at Brown University, to explore the latest research, healthy ways to incorporate it into our lives and classrooms, and safeguards that both educators and parents sh...

1 year ago

48 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Embracing Our Differences, Elevating Our Schools Through Global Education

In today's interconnected world, global citizenship is an indispensable skill set for understanding differences and analyzing local realities through a critical lens. Dr. Kari Vogelgesang hosts a compelling discussion with Dr. Will Coghill Behrends, Amy Andreassen, and Monique Cottman on how we can leverage global education as a powerful tool for establishing equitable education systems. Uncover innovative ways to integrate global education best practices in the classroom that enable both edu...

1 year ago

55 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Full Inclusion for Special Education Students

In this episode of the Educator Wellness Podcast, host Dr. Kari Vogelgesang welcomes Dr. Justin Garwood, associate professor at the University of Vermont, to discuss the difference between self-contained classrooms and full inclusion for special education students. We unpack why full inclusion isn’t necessarily the best choice for all students and how different learning environments impact the well-being of not just students but their families and educators. Thanks for listening! Follow us on...

1 year ago

50 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

The Cost of Addiction: How Substance Abuse Damages Youth’s Brains, Bodies, and Communities

Substance abuse is a serious issue in our schools and communities. The statistics are alarming. Drug use among 8th graders from 2016-2020 increased by 61%; 62% of teens in 12th grade have abused alcohol; and 11% of overdose deaths are aged 15-24. Host Dr. Kari Vogelgesang welcomes Jeffrey Johnston (founder of Living Undeterred) and Drew Martel (chief clinical and training officer at Foundation 2), for a powerful conversation about the effects that substance abuse has on the brains and bodies...

1 year ago

1 hour 46 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Emotional Intelligence for Educators: The Transformative Power of Understanding Emotions

Emotional intelligence is more than just a buzzword. It is at the heart of effective human interactions, including those with our students, co-workers, friends, and family. Host Dr. Kari Vogelgesang welcomes Dr. Erika Bocknek, a university professor, family therapist, and mom of 3, to discuss how emotional intelligence impacts our lives, and how by better understanding it, we can create harmonious and enriching educational environments. Also, Dr. Bocknek shares practical tips for emotional in...

1 year ago

52 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Challenging Behaviors in the Classroom - Whose Problem Is It?

Challenging behaviors in K-12 classrooms have increased in frequency and intensity over the last few years. Host Dr. Kari Vogelgesang welcomes Dr. Allison Bruhn, professor of special education and executive director of the Scanlan Center for School Mental Health at the University of Iowa, to discuss what challenging behaviors are, who is at fault, and how we can work toward more supportive learning environments for both educators and students. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook, Inst...

1 year ago

38 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Educator Wellness: Planning Your Summer for Personal Harmony

During this episode, Dr. Ilana Nankin, CEO and Founder, Breathe for Change, joins me in a conversation that offers information and practices for us to prioritize wellness and move into a space of personal harmony – which includes balancing the 8-dimensions of wellness. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Visit our website: https://scsmh.education.uiowa.edu

2 years ago

57 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Connecting to your Environment in a Meaningful Way to Support your Well-Being

During this episode, Craig N. Sawchuk, Ph.D., L.P., Chair, Division of Integrated Behavioral Health, Department of Psychiatry & Psychology at Mayo Clinic, joins me to engage in a discussion that will guide/encourage participants to think about what environmental wellness is and how it impacts their daily lives and well-being. Environmental wellness encompasses not just your relationship with the planet and nature, but your relationship with your personal surroundings. When our personal s...

2 years ago

56 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

Challenging our Minds to Improve our Intellectual Dimension of Wellness

During this episode, Dr. Shelli Kesler, Director of the Brain Health Neuroscience Lab at the University of Texas – Austin, joins me to talk about the importance of nurturing our intellectual wellness. We talk about how to cultivate mental growth as well as improve concentration, memory, and critical thinking skills. Reading, doing challenging puzzles, thinking through a creative project, learning how to play a musical instrument, etc., are just a few of the strategies we discuss. Tune i...

2 years ago

47 minutes

Educator Wellness Podcast

We are Professionals! Educator Compensation, Retention, and Attrition

Special guests Mary Jane Cobb, Amira Nash, and Dr. Will Coghill-Behrends, join me for a captivating conversation about educator wellness and the future of the profession. Each brings a unique viewpoint and expertise to the topic. Mary Jane is the Executive Director of the Iowa State Education Association, while Amira and Will both work in the University of Iowa College of Education. Amira serves as the Associate Director of Programs and Partnerships in the Baker Teacher Leader Center,...

2 years ago

50 minutes