In this episode of the Sienna and Slate podcast, Jennifer Polk discusses how to transition to life after the Ph.D., why it's important to celebrate things you achieve outside of your studies or work, and how to find ways to bring more happiness into your life, even when you're busy with your career. Key Points:…

This thought-provoking shortcast is all about the importance of lifelong for educators. The inspiration for this shortcast came from a conversation that I had with a mentor who said we can't be innovative in our teaching or thoughts when we have stopped learning and growing. This emphasizes the need for educators to be not only…

This episode features Dr. Keo in conversation with Dr. Melvin Murphy and Lukas Velush about their book, "Crossing the Race Line: One Murder, Two Strangers, and a Journey to Healing and Change." The Spark of Connection: The conversation begins by introducing Melvin and Lukas, who met while working at Microsoft. The book's backstory emerges from…

Welcome to this shortcast episode. Today, we're diving deep into the ever-present struggle of burnout. We all know the feeling: caught in a relentless cycle of expectations, responsibilities, and societal pressures. This constant grind can lead to a debilitating state – burnout. Research on burnout is vast, and the personal stories are even more so.…

This episode of the Sienna and Slate podcast features Dr. Nicholas D. Hartlep, who chairs the Education Studies Department at Berea College. Dr. Hartlep discusses his journey as a person of color in academia and his experiences with battle fatigue. Here are the key points: Early Experiences of Race and Education: Dr. Hartlep discusses his…

Let me introduce Dr. Rick Wallace, who is the CEO and founder of Visionatics Institute. he is a personal life enhancement advisor, life strategist, consultant, and counselor. His works include 26 profound books on societal issues like The World of Black Wealth, The Undoing of the African American Mind, and much more. Here are a…

Welcome to an inspiring episode of "Sienna and Slate" where we had the pleasure of conversing with the remarkable Dr. Luz Casquejo Johnston. With her extensive experience in education and a specialization in human development and the Montessori approach, Dr. Luz has dedicated herself to empowering parents and creating the family life they've always envisioned.…

Greetings from Sienna & Slate once again! In our latest episode, we tackle a heartfelt query from a community member wrestling with the profound challenge of changing the system from within while grappling with the toll it takes on their identity as a researcher. Join us as we dive into the complexities of cognitive dissonance,…

In a world filled with challenges, Dr. Norrine Russell shines as a source of inspiration, guiding students with unique strengths towards triumph. We delve into the heartwarming story of Dr. Russell's mission with Russell Coaching for Students. A Unique Coaching Adventure Dr. Russell's coaching journey is like no other. She's on a mission to help students…