Education Episodes

Carlos Tanner on Ayahuasca Healing and Plant Medicine | 1,601 Carlos Tanner believes nature holds profound wisdom, and healing begins when we learn to approach it with humility, respect, and intention. Founder of the Ayahuasca Foundation, Carlos has spent more than two decades studying traditional Amazonian plant medicine alongside indigenous curanderos in the Peruvian rainforest. Since establishing the foundation in 2009, he has helped create opportunities for people from around the world to experience authentic healing traditions while preserving the knowledge and practices of the communities that have carried them for generations. Committed to bridging ancient wisdom with modern science, Carlos has partnered with researchers to explore the therapeutic potential of ayahuasca for depression, anxiety, trauma, and other health challenges. Through collaborative research efforts, this work has contributed to a growing body of scientific evidence demonstrating meaningful improvem…

Josh Goldstein on Psilocybin Therapy and Healing Trauma | 1,599 Josh Goldstein believes the deepest healing comes not from being fixed by someone else, but from discovering the wisdom that already exists within you. A licensed psilocybin facilitator, educator, and guide, Josh helps people navigate profound inner journeys with compassion, intention, and respect for both science and tradition. His work creates a safe, grounded space where individuals can explore healing, gain clarity, and reconnect with themselves through thoughtfully facilitated psychedelic experiences. With a background in science and more than 25 years in education, including leadership at a therapeutic boarding school, Josh has spent decades helping people overcome complex emotional and psychological challenges. His approach is further shaped by years of immersion in a spiritual tradition centered on the ceremonial use of plant medicine, giving him a unique perspective that bridges evidence informed practic…

Nora Smyth on Creating Safer Spaces for Healing | 1,589 Nora Smyth believes meaningful change begins with the people who care for others. A licensed clinical social worker, educator, and founder of Join The Constellation PLCC, Nora is dedicated to strengthening the next generation of mental health professionals through intentional clinical supervision, practical education, and trauma informed leadership. Her work is driven by the belief that healthier practitioners create healthier individuals, families, and communities. As the author of five self care toolkits, Nora equips both clinicians and the public with practical strategies for resilience, reflection, and emotional well being. She is also developing specialized continuing education focused on domestic violence, helping practitioners move beyond theory with real world tools that strengthen trauma informed care. Beyond her clinical work, Nora is a passionate advocate committed to breaking the silence surrounding domest…

Deepak Chari believes many of the struggles people carry today are rooted in emotional patterns they never realized they were holding onto. An engineer, Certified Biofeedback Specialist, and co-founder of the Chari Center of Health, Deepak combines science, technology, and holistic wellness to help people reduce stress, overcome anxiety, and unlock greater emotional freedom. His work centers on identifying the hidden emotional blocks that can quietly influence relationships, confidence, decision making, and overall well being. Through his proprietary Life Transformation Technology™ Program and Advanced Voice Biofeedback, Deepak helps clients uncover patterns that traditional approaches often overlook, creating opportunities for deeper healing, mental clarity, and lasting personal growth. His engineering background gives him a unique perspective, blending analytical thinking with innovative wellness techniques to bridge the gap between technology and human transformation. W…

Sandy Ciaramitaro on Raising a Generation to Kindness and Purpose | 1,562 Sandy Ciaramitaro believes the values that shape a child's future are planted long before adulthood. An educator, author, and founder of The Good Eggs Foundation, Sandy has devoted her career to helping young people develop the character, compassion, and sense of purpose that create meaningful lives. With a background teaching morality, ethics, and social justice, she understands that academic success alone is not enough. Children also need to learn empathy, kindness, service, and respect for others. That mission inspired The Good Eggs series, a collection of stories designed to help children embrace virtues, celebrate diversity, and discover the joy of making a positive difference in the lives of others. More than books, they are invitations for families, educators, and communities to raise the next generation with character at the center. Through The Good Eggs Foundation, Sandy extends that mission…

Mitesh Jani on Why Self Image Shapes Your Success | 1,554 Mitesh Jani is fascinated by a question that shapes every human life: why do some people step into their potential while others spend years doubting their own worth? A dentist, author, and lifelong student of human behavior, Mitesh has spent years exploring the connection between self image, achievement, and personal transformation. Long before he wrote books or built a professional career, he was the kid collecting motivational quotes, searching for the ideas that explain why people think, act, and grow the way they do. That curiosity eventually became The Process: Six Mechanics of Achievement, a book that distills more than a decade of observation, reflection, and lived experience into a practical framework for personal growth. While his professional life has been spent in dentistry and business, Mitesh believes the greatest challenges people face are rarely technical. They are internal. The beliefs they hold abou…

Sara Hathaway on Self-Reliance in Uncertain Times | 1,549 Sara F. Hathaway explores one of society's most uncomfortable questions: what happens when everything we depend on suddenly disappears? An author, self-defense instructor, podcaster, and preparedness advocate, Sara has built a devoted following through The Changing Earth Series, a gripping fictional universe that examines the fragility of modern civilization and the resilience required to survive its collapse. But beneath the action, suspense, and survival scenarios lies a deeper message. Confidence is not something you find in a crisis. It is something you build long before one arrives. Drawing from her expertise in self-defense and personal preparedness, Sara teaches people how to develop the mindset, skills, and adaptability needed to face uncertainty with strength rather than fear. Whether through her novels, The Changing Earth Podcast, or The Changing Earth Audio Drama, she challenges audiences to think differe…

How Sylvaine Francine Helps People Truly Heal | 1,547 Sylvaine Francine has spent a lifetime helping people heal what cannot always be seen. Born and raised in France before moving to the United States to study chiropractic medicine, Sylvaine has dedicated more than four decades to exploring the many dimensions of healing. Her journey has taken her through a wide range of therapeutic modalities, all driven by a deep curiosity about human resilience and the remarkable capacity for transformation. Throughout her career, she has been drawn to working with women recovering from trauma, loss, and life's most difficult experiences. Time and again, those she has helped have referred others seeking the same compassionate guidance, creating a community built on trust, healing, and hope. What sets Sylvaine apart is not just her extensive experience, but the way she approaches her work. She sees healing as more than symptom relief. It is about helping people reconnect with themselves…

1,369 | Dr. Steve Haberlin Explains the Future of Mindfulness and Mental Health Dr. Steve Haberlin is an assistant professor in the College of Community Innovation and Education at the University of Central Florida, where he researches the impact and experiences of meditation, mindfulness, and other mind-body practices in higher education. He is the author of Meditation in the College Classroom: A Pedagogical Tool to Help Students De-Stress, Focus, and Connect and the forthcoming Meta-Meditation for Mental Health: How Neuroscience, Virtual Reality, and AI Are Radically Changing Practice and How You Can Benefit (Spring 2026). Dr. Haberlin’s work has been featured in leading peer-reviewed journals such as Journal of American College Health and Mindfulness. He is recognized as a pioneer in exploring how AI and mindfulness intersect to create new possibilities for learning and well-being. He also serves as an editor for the Journal of Contemplative and Holistic Education and c…

1,334 | William Bruce Cameron Reveals How People First Culture Drives Growth William Bruce Cameron is an educator, advertising executive, entrepreneur, and C-Suite DOC with over 30 years of experience across multiple industries. His mission is simple—to help people, teams, and leaders show up as their best selves through a People First approach that drives both human and business growth. With a presentation style built around the principles of Inspire, Educate, and Motivate, William creates dynamic experiences that empower audiences to learn, embrace change, and lead with compassion. His philosophy is rooted in one truth: people want to be seen, acknowledged, and treated with care. Through his work, William has helped organizations strengthen their culture, elevate performance, and build their bottom line—starting from the front line up. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎧 Love our show? Show some love! 👉 Check out today’s guest: https://www.wbrucecameronconsulting.com 🎬 Need s…

1,288 | Equity, Leadership, and Heart: Dr. Cynthia Rapaido’s Education Framework Dr. Cynthia Rapaido is an award-winning educator, leadership coach, and author dedicated to shaping inclusive and transformative learning environments. With over 30 years of experience in K–12 education, she has served as a teacher, assistant principal, and high school principal across California—bringing wisdom, compassion, and innovation to every role. Holding an Ed.D. in International and Multicultural Education and an M.A. in Educational Administration from the University of San Francisco, Dr. Rapaido has also shared her expertise as a faculty lecturer, dissertation advisor, and mentor at UC Berkeley, USF, and CSU East Bay. Recognized as one of the “100 Most Influential Filipina Women in the United States” and honored as California Secondary Co-Administrator of the Year, she continues to champion equity, leadership, and emotional intelligence in education. Her debut book, Step Up Your Scho…

1,135 | How Schools Make Race: Dr. Laura Chávez-Moreno on Latinx Identity, Education & Racialization Laura Chávez-Moreno is an award-winning scholar, qualitative social scientist, and assistant professor in the Departments of Chicana/o & Central American Studies and Education at UCLA. She is the author of the award-winning book "How Schools Make Race: Teaching Latinx Racialization in America," published by Harvard Education Press. The book has been featured on several podcasts and in popular media, including the New Books Network, Forbes, and Ms. Magazine. She received the 2025 Emerging Scholars Award from the Critical Race Studies in Education Association. Visit LauraChavezMoreno.com ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎧 Love our show? Show some love! 👉 Check out today’s guest: https://laurachavezmoreno.com/ 🎬 Need stunning videos, clean audio, or scroll-stopping designs? Check out our media services at https://www.kmmedia.pro/ — Top-tier quality without the agency price tag. Perfect …

Andre has been a teacher and educator his whole life. He taught around the world, from Japan to Bangkok and back. In 2006, he started studying Male/Female dynamics purely by accident. His discoveries were so profound that he soon immersed himself in research and the teacher in him “exploded” … teaching to his amazing discoveries. Project Equinox was born out of the need to pass this knowledge on to the world. Support our podcast show by: https://kmmedia.pro/our-store Affiliate(s): Lyric Vids - https://positivetalkradio.net/Lyricvids NordVPN - https://positivetalkradio.net/NordVPN Patreon - patreon.com/positivetalkradio Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/positivetalkradio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/positivetalkradio/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@positivetalkradio?lang=en Twitter - https://twitter.com/positivetradio https://www.positivetalkradio.net/support/

La-Verne Parris, JD, MSc, MEd is an award-winning environmental justice, bioethics, and science educator; a certified life coach; and a self-taught illustrator. Her inspirational writing was featured in the health and happiness bestseller, The Wellness Code. Born in Jamaica but a consummate New Yorker, her humorous and heartbreaking experiences as a single, professional, woman of color—in the world’s most iconic city—shaped her most recent work, the Happiness Handbooks series. As a lifelong caregiver and creative, La-Verne’s resounding message: “Happiness is a choice” is the foundation of her proven dynamic system that propels caregivers to step into their highest selves and lead rich, fulfilling lives. Understanding the need for facilities to meet and exceed standards, La-Verne tailors her innovative system to transform their caregivers‘ mindsets and behaviors, ensuring that they thrive personally and professionally, while continuing to provide the highest level of care. Suppo…

Tammy Vallieres is an inspirational educator, known as The Hero Intelligence Teacher and the Chief Visionary of Raising Empowered Kids. With over 25 years of experience, she has dedicated her life to transforming education through her roles as a teacher, coach, author, mentor, and consultant. Tammy empowers both adults and children to unlock their full potential, creating harmonious and inspiring learning environments. By incorporating storytelling, critical thinking, adaptability, and resilience into her teachings, she equips children to embrace challenges and view life as an exciting journey. Support our podcast show by: https://kmmedia.pro/our-store Affiliate(s): Lyric Vids - https://positivetalkradio.net/Lyricvids NordVPN - https://positivetalkradio.net/NordVPN Patreon - patreon.com/positivetalkradio Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/positivetalkradio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/positivetalkradio/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@positivetalkradio?l…

I'm an entrepreneur, a lover of life, a partner to the most amazing man I've ever met, an avid reader, a hiker, a cancer previvor, a traveler, a cook, and more. I'm also have ADHD, and I'm an author, an educator, and a coach. Support our podcast show by: https://www.positivetalkradio.net/support/ https://kmmedia.pro/our-store Patreon - patreon.com/positivetalkradio Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/positivetalkradio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/positivetalkradio/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@positivetalkradio?lang=en Twitter - https://twitter.com/positivetradio

Former educational tutor, small business owner, and part-time freelance news and feature article writer, Merrie H. Reagan resides in America, in the state of Massachusetts. She savors reading, writing, ballroom dancing, singing, homemaking, and yard work. Merrie watches varied public and network television programs, including All Things Bright and Beautiful, Call the Midwife, American Idol, Dancing with the Stars, CBS Sunday Morning, and Funny You Should Ask. Her new book is Life Flashes: A Memoir (Stillwater River Publications, February 2022). Support our podcast show by: https://www.positivetalkradio.net/support/ https://kmmedia.pro/our-store Patreon - patreon.com/positivetalkradio Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/positivetalkradio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/positivetalkradio/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@positivetalkradio?lang=en Twitter - https://twitter.com/positivetradio

Jo-Ann Triner holds a Doctor’s Degree in Educational Administration with thirty years of service in high-level leadership roles. Now in her second career, she is founder and president of Soulful Work LLC, set up for the advancement of principled leadership and the creation of soulful work cultures. Her current focus is on the high concept of callings that neutralize the burden of work via its mission-driven approach and its corresponding intrinsic rewards. Support our podcast show by: https://www.positivetalkradio.net/support/ https://kmmedia.pro/our-store Patreon - patreon.com/positivetalkradio Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/positivetalkradio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/positivetalkradio/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@positivetalkradio?lang=en Twitter - https://twitter.com/positivetradio

For nearly three decades, Dr. Danny Brassell has served as an educational advisor to students ranging from preschoolers to rocket scientists. While he has held a variety of titles and worked with leaders from a variety of fields and disciplines, Danny has always considered himself first and foremost a teacher. Support our podcast show by: https://www.positivetalkradio.net/support/ https://kmmedia.pro/our-store Patreon - patreon.com/positivetalkradio Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/positivetalkradio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/positivetalkradio/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@positivetalkradio?lang=en Twitter - https://twitter.com/positivetradio

For nearly three decades, Dr. Danny Brassell has served as an educational advisor to students ranging from preschoolers to rocket scientists. While he has held a variety of titles and worked with leaders from a variety of fields and disciplines, Danny has always considered himself first and foremost a teacher. Support our podcast show by: https://www.positivetalkradio.net/support/ https://kmmedia.pro/our-store Patreon - patreon.com/positivetalkradio Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/positivetalkradio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/positivetalkradio/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@positivetalkradio?lang=en Twitter - https://twitter.com/positivetradio

For nearly three decades, Dr. Danny Brassell has served as an educational advisor to students ranging from preschoolers to rocket scientists. While he has held a variety of titles and worked with leaders from a variety of fields and disciplines, Danny has always considered himself first and foremost a teacher. A recognized authority on leadership development, motivation and communication skills, Danny has been honored consistently for his strategic intellect and practical solutions. Audiences rave about Danny’s ability to deliver meaningful and memorable messages that are applicable for individuals within all levels of organizations. A gregarious, sought-after author, speaker and business consultant, Danny is characterized by friends, colleagues and clients as one of the most insightful, powerful and compassionate individuals in business today. Thousands, from small business owners to corporate executives, have enjoyed his energetic, interactive and informative presentations. Da…

Gissele Taraba has a double Masters, one in Epidemiology and another one in Social Work. She has worked in the not for profit field in leadership for over 14 years and is a mother of two beautiful children. She found self-love and self-compassion helped her heal her anxiety and panic attacks, as well as helped her overcome some childhood trauma. She is a trained mindful self-compassion teacher. Gissele Taraba is co-owner of Maitri Centre for Love and Compassion. Maitri Centre offers one to one support sessions and workshops to individuals to assist them in remembering their own self-love and self-compassion. We also work with businesses to increase the amount of compassion at work. Under her leadership, she has successfully taken teams that were considered dysfunctional and assisted them in becoming flourishing and compassionate teams. Check us out: https://www.positivetalkradio.net/support/ https://kmmedia.pro/our-store Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/positivetalk…

Randi-Lee was born and raised in Ontario, Canada and from a young age she had a passion for helping others. She attended Niagara College and graduated at the top of her class from Community and Justice Services after completing her placement at a recovery house for alcohol and drug addictions. Post-graduation she worked at a Native Friendship Centre for two and a half years while pursuing a university education in psychology. Randi-Lee continued working in social services for another four years as an employment counselor until she left to pursue her other passions. Check us out: https://www.positivetalkradio.net/support/ https://kmmedia.pro/our-store Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/positivetalkradio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/positivetalkradio/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@positivetalkradio?lang=en Twitter - https://twitter.com/positivetradio