Episodes

April 5, 2024

Talking with Dr. Matthew Fugate about ADHD and ADHG

Dr. Matthew Fugate, Provost and Chief Academic Officer at Bridges Graduate School of Cognitive Diversity in Education discusses the connection between creativity and ADHD defining it through a unique lens that focuses on the…
Aug. 11, 2023

Gifted in New York- Talking with Dr. Elissa Brown from GiftedNYS

In this episode, Dr. Elissa Brown from Gifted NYS sheds light on public policy advocacy around gifted education in New York, how it compares to other states in the country, and what steps are needed to set a mandate.
April 25, 2023

Talking with the Gifted Guru- Lisa Van Gemert

Author, blogger, and advocate for gifted education, Lisa Van Gemert is the Gifted Guru. Lisa shares her experience and expertise on being gifted, raising gifted children, and classroom strategies for reducing anxiety and emp…
Feb. 22, 2023

Understanding the Whole 2e Child with Dr. Susan Baum

Dr. Susan Baum, a pioneer in 2e education and Director of The 2e Center for Research and Professional Development at Bridges Academy dispels common myths around 2e and shares the advantages of using a strength-based learning…
Jan. 17, 2023

Talking with Allison Teicher Fahrbach: A Soul-Centered Education Reformer

NYC educator and author of Peace with a Purpose , Allison Teicher Fahrbach, shares advice and anecdotes from the classroom to help students and fellow educators find inner peace, build resilience, and be their own heroes.
Dec. 2, 2022

Exploring Neuroscience With Dr. Nicole Tetreault

Author of Inside a Bright Mind: A Neuroscientist's Personal Stories of Unique Thinking, Dr. Nicole Tetreault discusses the effects of brain wiring and neuroplasticity on neurodiverse minds.
Nov. 10, 2022

Emotional Intensity with Dr. Matt Zakreski

Dr. Matt Zakreski discusses emotional intensity and strategies parents and educators can use to help gifted children navigate through emotionally intense responses.
Oct. 20, 2022

C is for Curiosity with Dr. Lin Lim

Dr. Lin Lim, founding board member of the Texas-based non-profit, Gifted Education Family Network (GEFN), talks about the inspiration behind her book and the strengths and struggles of raising a gifted child.
Sept. 26, 2022

2e with Harri James O'Kelley

In this episode, director and storyteller, Harri James O'Kelley talks about her award-winning independent documentary O'Kelley Legends: 2e Behind the Scenes and her 2e son who inspired the movie.
Sept. 16, 2022

Neurodiversity with Emily Kircher-Morris

Author and Podcast host Emily Kircher-Morris talks about Neurodiversity
Sept. 2, 2022

Schoolwide Enrichment Model (SEM) with Dr. Joseph Renzulli

Gifted Education pioneer, Dr. Joseph Renzulli talks about bringing enjoyment, engagement, and enthusiasm to classrooms through the Schoolwide Enrichment Model.