Sweat The Technique

This week on Sweat the Technique, Stacey sits down with Mike Erwin, CEO of the Character & Leadership Center, Director of Team Red White and Blue, and co- author of Leadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in the Digital World.Mike and his book offer concrete strategies for combating the depersonalization of the Information Age and strengthening our connections with other people.

Blouke Carus, a seasoned leader and Chairman Emeritus of the Carus Corporation, shares invaluable lessons from his 96 years of life. He discusses the crucial need for educational reform and empowering teachers for transformative change. Blouke emphasizes the significance of meaningful life choices, particularly in marriage. His insights on embracing differences and promoting lifelong learning highlight the benefits of healthy lifestyle choices. He also reflects on how classic mythology can enhance cognitive growth in children, blending wisdom with personal anecdotes.

This week on Sweat the Technique, Ryan sits down with Jeff Wetzler, author of Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs In Leadership and Life.Jeff offers effective ways to find out what others really think, know, and feel - leading to smarter decisions, more creative solutions, and deeper relationships.

Passport Cutty, author of 'Mending Me', discusses self-improvement, Dr. Chan's impact, empathy, setting boundaries, and self-care. She emphasizes reflecting on feedback, facing discomfort, and making tough decisions for personal growth.

Greg Ashman, author of A Little Guide for Teachers, discusses Cognitive Load Theory, optimizing memory, and the importance of finding the right balance of challenge in learning to enhance memory encoding, minimize cognitive load, and tailor teaching methods to diverse learner levels.

Educators Amy Forrester and Adam Boxer discuss challenges in English education, comparing coastal regions to affluent areas like London. They talk about curriculum choices at age 14, examination structure, English literature in the UK vs. US, and solutions for optimizing learning outcomes. Importance of inclusive practices and teacher training stakeholders in evolving English education.

Author Robert Pondiscio discusses school choice and parent-school dynamics, highlighting Success Academy's success with low-income families. The podcast explores the evolution of parent choice in education and challenges in public schooling, emphasizing the role of motivated students and parental involvement.

Doug sits down with William von Hippel, author of The Social Leap: The New Evolutionary Science of Who We Are, Where We Come From, and What Makes Us Happy.

Ravi sits down with Ryan Craig, author of Apprentice Nation: How the "Earn and Learn" Alternative to Higher Education Will Create a Stronger and Fairer America. They discuss where the US has gone wrong in preparing our young people to enter the workforce, and how we can do better.

Bob Nardo, the Founding Head of School & Executive Director at Libertas School of Memphis, shares insights on applying Montessori principles to various organizations. He highlights the success of Libertas as a public charter school in North Memphis, focusing on community resilience and individualized education. Nardo emphasizes hands-on learning and the role of social-emotional development in student growth. Additionally, he discusses creating adventure playgrounds to inspire imaginative play and the integration of Montessori methods with traditional education.