https://brainroot.tv Brainroot's podcast on the Past and Present of Equality in Education. http://brainroot.tv/wideruledpodcast Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:06:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 noCopyright 2017 Brainroot Light and Sound, LLCeducation,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,historyWide Ruled highlights stories of teachers innovating in their classrooms while contextualizing these stories in the wider education system, past and present. In addition to the podcast, see Wide Ruled’s Facebook page for articles, questions, and Live Streams of Wide Ruled events. Brainroot's Podcast on the Past and Present of Equality in EducationBrainroot Light and Soundwideruledpodcast@brainroot.tvBrainroot Light and Sound https://brainroot.tv/2021/12/s2-ep11-all-about-gift-with-brandon-calloway-and-cornell-gorman/ Tue, 21 Dec 2021 22:58:39 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=3970 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noTwo of the co-founders of GIFT explore how their organization is doing the most with donor dollars. GIFT is an organization dedicated to building wealth in the Black community through...Brainroot Light and SoundTwo of the co-founders of GIFT explore how their organization is doing the most with donor dollars. GIFT is an organization dedicated to building wealth in the Black community through...education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2021/12/s2-ep10-understanding-latinx-identity-with-edgar-palacios/ Tue, 21 Dec 2021 22:48:13 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=3967 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noFounder and CEO of the Latinx Education Collaborative Edgar Palacios unpacks how he came to identify as Latinx in this episode of Wide Ruled. The Latinx Education Collaborative is doing...Brainroot Light and SoundFounder and CEO of the Latinx Education Collaborative Edgar Palacios unpacks how he came to identify as Latinx in this episode of Wide Ruled. The Latinx Education Collaborative is doing...education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2021/11/s2-ep9-keep-the-bloc-hot-with-cornell-ellis/ Wed, 10 Nov 2021 00:53:41 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=3904 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noThe presence of Black male educators in the classroom benefits everyone. For Black students, it means seeing yourself in a position of power and leadership. For other students, it means...Brainroot Light and SoundThe presence of Black male educators in the classroom benefits everyone. For Black students, it means seeing yourself in a position of power and leadership. For other students, it means...education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2021/10/s2-ep8-what-is-education-teaching-us-with-nico-giles/ Sun, 24 Oct 2021 16:51:42 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=3899 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound) https://brainroot.tv/2021/10/s2-ep7-holding-teachers-accountable-with-aj-hopes-pflumm/ Sun, 10 Oct 2021 02:10:00 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=3893 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound) https://brainroot.tv/2021/09/s2-ep6-teachtruth-with-carmaletta-williams-ph-d-executive-director-of-the-black-archives/ Sat, 25 Sep 2021 17:47:25 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=3610 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noBe anti-anti-CRT; in other words, teach truth. The history of the United States is the history of racism. It’s the history of the constant evolution of a constructed idea of...Brainroot Light and SoundBe anti-anti-CRT; in other words, teach truth. The history of the United States is the history of racism. It’s the history of the constant evolution of a constructed idea of...education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2021/09/s2-ep5-bonus-over-involvement-grades-and-homework-with-lucas-vincent-and-stephanie-alderman-oler/ Tue, 14 Sep 2021 23:15:02 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=3301 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noLucas Vincent and Stephanie Alderman-Oler talk about the challenges students face when juggling homework, grades, and involvement in all sorts of extra-curricular activities. This bonus episode extends the conversation from...Brainroot Light and SoundLucas Vincent and Stephanie Alderman-Oler talk about the challenges students face when juggling homework, grades, and involvement in all sorts of extra-curricular activities. This bonus episode extends the conversation from...education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2021/09/s2-ep5-magnets-how-do-they-work-with-lucas-vincent-and-stephanie-alderman-oler/ Tue, 14 Sep 2021 12:29:33 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=3287 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noMagnet schools are most well-known as a half-hearted remedy to the foibles of post-Brown integration. The concept is still alive, however, in the form of specialty programs that allow students...Brainroot Light and SoundMagnet schools are most well-known as a half-hearted remedy to the foibles of post-Brown integration. The concept is still alive, however, in the form of specialty programs that allow students...education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2021/09/s2-ep4-self-care-for-teachers-with-elizabeth-kaufman-m-s-lcmft/ Sun, 05 Sep 2021 20:27:57 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=3238 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noWhile teaching has long been a profession fraught with burnout and laden with stress, COVID 19 made it worse: heaping onto the camel’s back the need for teacher’s to become...Brainroot Light and SoundWhile teaching has long been a profession fraught with burnout and laden with stress, COVID 19 made it worse: heaping onto the camel’s back the need for teacher’s to become...education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2021/08/s2-ep3-alex-ochoa-debt-free-college-graduate/ Sun, 29 Aug 2021 23:00:26 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=3177 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noIn episode 3 of season 2 of Wide Ruled, Alex Ochoa shares his journey to $0 in college debt. His decision to go debt free was one of guts, persistence,...Brainroot Light and SoundIn episode 3 of season 2 of Wide Ruled, Alex Ochoa shares his journey to $0 in college debt. His decision to go debt free was one of guts, persistence,...education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2021/08/s2-ep2-brian-dolezal-its-dangerous-to-go-alone/ Sun, 15 Aug 2021 17:30:09 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=3001 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noBrian Dolezal is Assistant Principal at Sumner Academy in Kansas City, Kansas. He was about to go on vacation in spring break of 2020 when things hit the fan. A...Brainroot Light and SoundBrian Dolezal is Assistant Principal at Sumner Academy in Kansas City, Kansas. He was about to go on vacation in spring break of 2020 when things hit the fan. A...education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2021/08/wide-ruled-s2-ep1-david-muhammad/ Mon, 02 Aug 2021 01:02:51 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2960 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noDavid Muhammad is an educator, sensei and rapper. In this episode of Wide Ruled, Nathaniel and David talk about school demographics, how planning and resources led to differential school reactions...Brainroot Light and SoundDavid Muhammad is an educator, sensei and rapper. In this episode of Wide Ruled, Nathaniel and David talk about school demographics, how planning and resources led to differential school reactions...education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2021/07/wide-ruled-season-2-coming-soon/ Fri, 23 Jul 2021 02:27:52 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2906 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noSeason 2 of Wide Ruled is coming soon! Become a patron on Patreon if you'd like to support!Brainroot Light and SoundSeason 2 of Wide Ruled is coming soon! Become a patron on Patreon if you'd like to support!education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2018/08/wide-ruled-ep-018-diversity-talks/ Tue, 14 Aug 2018 01:35:55 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2854 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noStarting with a chance meeting, Taliq Tillman, Taiwo Demola and Kiara Butler aim to take an incredible new notion of professional development from idea to reality. This entrepreneurial journey will not be without its struggles.Brainroot Light and SoundStarting with a chance meeting, Taliq Tillman, Taiwo Demola and Kiara Butler aim to take an incredible new notion of professional development from idea to reality. This entrepreneurial journey will not be without its struggles.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/12/wide-ruled-ep-017-what-english-words-cant-describe/ Thu, 07 Dec 2017 02:43:05 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2827 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noDiane Mora explains why standardized testing disproportionately affects English Language Learners.Brainroot Light and SoundDiane Mora explains why standardized testing disproportionately affects English Language Learners.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/10/wide-ruled-ep-016-art-isnt-just-for-artists/ Wed, 01 Nov 2017 03:14:49 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2818 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noThe Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is partnering with local schools to teach Visual Thinking Strategies. But student outcomes go way beyond just aesthetic development.Brainroot Light and SoundThe Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is partnering with local schools to teach Visual Thinking Strategies. But student outcomes go way beyond just aesthetic development.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/10/wide-ruled-ep-015-literacys-leading-men/ Wed, 04 Oct 2017 05:01:06 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2807 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noThe Leading Men Fellowship is connecting recent graduates of color with pre-K kids to write a new narrative about men of color.Brainroot Light and SoundThe Leading Men Fellowship is connecting recent graduates of color with pre-K kids to write a new narrative about men of color.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/08/wide-ruled-ep-014-youve-got-the-power/ Wed, 30 Aug 2017 05:01:35 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2804 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noMarquitta Fields tells her story of growing up in Detroit and demonstrates the power of context and awareness.Brainroot Light and SoundMarquitta Fields tells her story of growing up in Detroit and demonstrates the power of context and awareness.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/08/wide-ruled-ep-013-minnesota-is-fire-fighting-inequality-and-racism-in-education/ Wed, 16 Aug 2017 05:01:14 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2792 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noMinnesota’s statewide teachers union staff and members tell the story of how they’re fighting racism by making it personal.Brainroot Light and SoundMinnesota’s statewide teachers union staff and members tell the story of how they’re fighting racism by making it personal.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/08/wide-ruled-ep-012-house-bill-7069-is-not-a-test/ Wed, 02 Aug 2017 05:01:44 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2780 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noFlorida educators allege that recent legislation in Florida comes as part and parcel of an ongoing onslaught on our kids.Brainroot Light and SoundFlorida educators allege that recent legislation in Florida comes as part and parcel of an ongoing onslaught on our kids.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/07/wide-ruled-ep-011-and-the-two-shall-become-one-school/ Wed, 19 Jul 2017 05:01:10 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2770 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noPAC Superintendent Joe Kramer and former KCMSD Assistant Superintendent Mary Esselman talk about school consolidation in rural and urban settingsBrainroot Light and SoundPAC Superintendent Joe Kramer and former KCMSD Assistant Superintendent Mary Esselman talk about school consolidation in rural and urban settingseducation,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/07/wide-ruled-ep-010-every-sped-a-gened/ Wed, 05 Jul 2017 05:01:19 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2748 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noTwo rural educators discuss the long journey to equity for students with disabilities.Brainroot Light and SoundTwo rural educators discuss the long journey to equity for students with disabilities.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/06/wide-ruled-ep-009-what-the-heck-is-may-term/ Wed, 21 Jun 2017 05:15:03 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2735 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noStudents and teachers in rural Iowa talk about their innovative approach to the final weeks of the school yearBrainroot Light and SoundStudents and teachers in rural Iowa talk about their innovative approach to the final weeks of the school yeareducation,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/06/wide-ruled-ep-008-kansas-school-redesign-a-little-crazy-a-little-nuts/ Wed, 07 Jun 2017 05:01:46 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2722 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noKansas Commissioner of Education Randy Watson talks about the Kansas School redesign initiative, Kansans Can, and inequity in Kansas education.Brainroot Light and SoundKansas Commissioner of Education Randy Watson talks about the Kansas School redesign initiative, Kansans Can, and inequity in Kansas education.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/05/wide-ruled-ep-007-13-players-on-the-pitch/ Wed, 24 May 2017 22:21:54 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2693 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noCoach Chris Graham and an Olathe Northwest alumnus tell the story that compelled the district to take new measures to care for the mental health of their students.Brainroot Light and SoundCoach Chris Graham and an Olathe Northwest alumnus tell the story that compelled the district to take new measures to care for the mental health of their students.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/05/wide-ruled-ep-006-charters-to-the-rescue/ Wed, 10 May 2017 05:01:35 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2663 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noCommunity organizer Andrew Johnson and executive director Kristin Droege tell the story of the Citizens of the World KC charter school.Brainroot Light and SoundCommunity organizer Andrew Johnson and executive director Kristin Droege tell the story of the Citizens of the World KC charter school.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/04/wide-ruled-ep-005-the-charter-conspiracy/ Wed, 26 Apr 2017 05:01:52 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2651 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noLora McDonald, executive director of MORE2, tells the story of how her organization discovered and disrupted collusion between the MO Board of Ed and a local foundationBrainroot Light and SoundLora McDonald, executive director of MORE2, tells the story of how her organization discovered and disrupted collusion between the MO Board of Ed and a local foundationeducation,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/04/wide-ruled-ep-004-alta-vista-assemble/ Wed, 12 Apr 2017 05:01:24 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2642 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noAssistant principal Devon Teran and two of his students tell the story of how their school has responded to President Trump.Brainroot Light and SoundAssistant principal Devon Teran and two of his students tell the story of how their school has responded to President Trump.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/03/wide-ruled-ep-003-racism-and-the-iq-test/ Wed, 29 Mar 2017 05:01:28 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2635 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noLashauna Guy tells the story of her experience with the education system and the nefarious origins of the IQ test.Brainroot Light and SoundLashauna Guy tells the story of her experience with the education system and the nefarious origins of the IQ test.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/03/wide-ruled-ep-002-dont-go-loco-go-local/ Wed, 15 Mar 2017 12:54:36 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2610 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noKatie Boody and Aditya Voleti of the Lean Lab offer recommendations for what you can do to engage with education in your neighborhood.Brainroot Light and SoundKatie Boody and Aditya Voleti of the Lean Lab offer recommendations for what you can do to engage with education in your neighborhood.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history https://brainroot.tv/2017/03/wide-ruled-ep-001-the-education-problem/ Wed, 01 Mar 2017 07:01:02 +0000 https://brainroot.tv/?p=2580 wideruledpodcast@brainroot.tv (Brainroot Light and Sound)noA teacher in Kansas City, Kansas talks about the events leading up to and following his shift from accepting the status quo to being dedicated to innovating within a broken system.Brainroot Light and SoundA teacher in Kansas City, Kansas talks about the events leading up to and following his shift from accepting the status quo to being dedicated to innovating within a broken system.education,teachers,schools,classroom,students,equality,social,justice,equity,history