Find Your Grind Podcast
56 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSeason 3: Find Your Grind team members sit down and get the raw opinion from educators, principals and education professionals on all things that contribute to more future ready educators, future ready students and future ready schools.
Seasons 1+2: People are told every day that their unique passion can't be a job. We disagree. The Find Your Grind podcast explores the ever-evolving possibilities from lifestyles to career. Entrepreneurs and cultural influencers. Artists and musicians. Mavericks and misfits. Each week, the Find Your Grind founders speak with guests about the first 10% of their personal journey, decisions that led them where they are today, and how they build their ideas from finding their grind.
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Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Angie Oberg "Truly Fostering Students' Authentic Love of Learning and Reading"
January 26, 2024 04:34 - 16 minutes - 29.3 MBAngie Oberg, an educator from Minden, Nebraska, is a traveler, concert-goer, reader, thinker, and educator with over 30 years of experience. Her teaching journey evolved from traditional lectures to fostering critical thinking. She emphasizes process over results, encouraging students to ask questions and engage in group discussions. Angie's Back Shelf Library initiative boosted student engagement in reading, allowing them to choose from a diverse collection of young adult novels. Her classr...
Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Valerie Green Thomas "Everyone has Genius & The Power of S2 (Synergy, Self-Awareness) in the Classroom"
January 25, 2024 05:39 - 16 minutes - 28.5 MBValerie began her career as a founder and Principal of an Independent Business school in rural Jamaica for underserved adolescents. Her thirst for an awareness of the structures and systems in public education led her to high school teaching at two of Jamaica’s most prestigious schools. The thirst further led her to become an international teacher in South Bronx; a community that is economically and academically challenged. Valerie holds a Diploma in Teaching, a Bachelor of Education from...
Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Dr. Rudy Crew "Choosing to Be"
November 30, 2023 04:39 - 25 minutes - 45.8 MBDr. Rudy Crew, former NYC Public Schools chancellor, advocates for a dynamic education approach in his white paper "Choosing To Be." He emphasizes integrating skills like math and reading into real-world problem-solving, connecting academic and career paths, and nurturing students' passions. This approach, he believes, builds social capital and is crucial for all students, regardless of their background or school type. In the post-Covid era, he urges interactive, self-motivated learning alig...
Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Amanda McCann "Virginia’s Path to Future-Ready Students"
November 15, 2023 04:56 - 12 minutes - 10.2 MBJoin us for an insightful Fireside Chat with Amanda McCann, a dedicated EdTech expert with 10 years in the field. Originating from an unexpected entry into EdTech, Amanda's passion grew as she witnessed its transformative impact on students. Residing in Asheville, NC, with her family, they revel in the outdoors, soccer, and music. Amanda embodies the Connector, Leader, and Organizer lifestyles from Find Your Grind. Virginia's education scene is undergoing a seismic shift. With the partne...
Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Tyler Harrington "Illinois’ Collaborative Approach to Empowering Future Leaders"
November 15, 2023 04:32 - 9 minutes - 17.1 MBJoin us for an insightful Fireside Chat with Tyler Harrington, a former High School Math & STEM educator who has also worked in EdTech companies in both America and New Zealand. Tyler is passionate about fostering authentic real-world education to empower students. Tyler shares his life with his beloved wife Sami and their two dogs, Peanut and Tui. He loves spending time hiking outdoors, dog agility training, and creative building projects. His Find Your Grind lifestyles are Leader, Competit...
Fireside Chat with Katie Grothaus: "Ohio Career Connection Framework"
November 13, 2023 05:55 - 11 minutes - 5.39 MBJoin us for an enlightening fireside chat with Katie Grothaus, the Career Navigator Specialist at Montgomery County Educational Service Center in Ohio. With a rich background, including over 12 years as a school principal, Katie provides a unique perspective on the intersection of education and career readiness. Throughout the discussion, we'll explore the intricacies of the Ohio Career Connection Framework and understand its role in shaping the futures of countless students. Listen as Katie...
Fireside Chat with Jace Biendara: “Connecting Find Your Grind Career Pathways in California”
November 09, 2023 20:55 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MBJace Biendera, a dedicated educator with a rich and expansive journey spanning over 30 years, has made significant contributions to the field of education, transforming countless lives and shaping innovative teaching methods. From wearing the hat of a dedicated teacher to shaping the corridors of decision-making as an administrator, Jace has lived through the transformative phases of educational trends. As the present-day Work Experience Teacher/Coordinator, his insights are a blend of grass...
Fireside Chat with Allyson Hernandez: "A Transformative Curriculum for Life Skills
November 09, 2023 20:37 - 11 minutes - 21.2 MBJoin us for an enlightening fireside chat with Allyson Hernandez, a devoted educator with a Master of Arts Degree in Social Emotional Learning, committed to empowering students with vital life skills. In her 11-year teaching journey, she’s transformed the lives of countless students. Allyson’s unique approach focuses on social and emotional learning (SEL), emphasizing self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. Her classes, includi...
Fireside Chat with Evalaurene Jean-Charles: “Students Got Something to Say!”
September 15, 2023 03:07 - 9 minutes - 17.4 MBIn less than 14 minutes, you’ll learn from Evalaurene Jean-Charles a dedicated educator, advocate, and the CEO & Founder of Black on Black Education, an education consulting firm supporting schools in using student voice and student-centered practices to enhance school and classroom culture. Also, as a current 9th-grade history teacher in the Bronx, Evalaurene has made a profound impact on her students’ lives. Recognized for her commitment to educational equity and social justice, she holds ...
Fireside Chat with Felecia Gray: “How to Bring Passion back to Education”
September 15, 2023 03:03 - 13 minutes - 18.5 MBIn less than 14 minutes, you’ll learn from Felecia Gray, who has been in education for over 14 years. She has taught grades 7-12 in the areas of English, Psychology, and Leadership. Felecia has been an administrator for over four years. She has a true passion for educating and supporting students and teachers. Felecia considers herself the “ultimate cheerleader” as it is her life’s purpose to be the champion that all educational partners need and deserve.
Fireside Chat with Susan Hansen: “The Role of Reflection in the Professional Learning Communities”
September 15, 2023 02:57 - 8 minutes - 12.1 MBIn less than 10 minutes, you’ll learn from Susan Hansen, Instructional Coach, public school educator for 18 years, children’s writer, and collage artist. Susan emphasizes the need for teachers to take ownership of their learning. She highlights the power of reflection in professional growth and advocates for creating a supportive learning community where educators can openly share experiences and learn from mistakes. The chat encourages a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration f...
Fireside Chat with Christina Pickett - "Know Your Learning Powers"
September 13, 2023 03:26 - 18 minutes - 24.6 MBIn less than 18 minutes, you’ll learn from Christina Pickett, creator of “Know Your Learning Powers,” an online learning course encouraging students to embrace their authentic selves and identify their academic strengths. Christina is an experienced learning development professional with over two decades of expertise in teaching and developing youths and adults. Christina’s commitment to a learner-centered approach began during her early days as a middle school teacher and has remained a con...
Fireside Chat with Robert Dusenbury - "Place-based learning in career and technical education"
August 30, 2023 21:40 - 12 minutes - 17.1 MBIn less than 10 minutes, you'll learn from Robert Dusenbury, who shares his views on Place-based learning in career and technical education. Watch this rapid-fire 10-minute Fireside Chat during your break, commute, or downtime — you won't be disappointed!
Fireside Chat with Catherine Casaus - "The Power of Read Alouds"
August 30, 2023 21:29 - 9 minutes - 13.1 MBIn less than 10 minutes, you'll learn from Catherine Casaus, who shares her views on The Power of Read Alouds. Watch this rapid-fire 10-minute Fireside Chat during your break, commute, or downtime — you won't be disappointed!
Fireside Chat with Charmaine George - “Powerful CTE”
August 30, 2023 21:18 - 9 minutes - 12.4 MBIn less than 10 minutes, you'll learn from Charmaine George, who shares her views what Powerful CTE looks like. Watch this rapid-fire 10-minute Fireside Chat during your break, commute, or downtime — you won't be disappointed!
Fireside Chats: Gary Davison - "10 things educators should brief parents on"
July 26, 2023 02:58 - 15 minutes - 74.3 MB VideoIn less than 10 minutes, you'll learn from Gary Davison, who shares his views on 10 things educators should brief parents on. Watch this rapid-fire 10-minute Fireside Chat during your break, commute, or downtime — you won't be disappointed!
Fireside Chats: Joseph Gawronski - "Student Agency in the Education Process"
June 19, 2023 20:55 - 12 minutes - 68.1 MB VideoIn less than 10 minutes, you'll learn from Joseph Gawronski, who shares his views on including students in the educational development process. Watch this rapid-fire 10-minute Fireside Chat during your break, commute, or downtime — you won't be disappointed!
Fireside Chats: Nick George - "The Power of Poetry in Schools"
June 08, 2023 04:54 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBIn less than 10 minutes, you'll learn from Nick George, who shares his views on the power of language and poetry in schools. Watch this rapid-fire 10-minute Fireside Chat during your break, commute, or downtime — you won't be disappointed! With a strong background in performance poetry and mental wellness, Nick pulls from his own life experiences and personal challenges as inspiration for his work.
Fireside Chats: Eric Denning - "The Need for Social Emotional Learning and Mindset Training"
May 30, 2023 23:43 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBIn less than 10 minutes, you’ll learn from Eric Denning, who shares his views on The Need for Social Emotional Learning and Mindset Training Watch this rapid-fire 10-minute Fireside Chat during your break, commute, or downtime — you won’t be disappointed! In this chat, these questions will be answered: What are some of the biggest hurdles facing our students today? What do you feel is the most important thing for your staff to grasp to become successful educators? What do you feel i...
Fireside Chats: Brittney Reeves - U.S. Education Overhaul
May 24, 2023 05:30 - 11 minutes - 16.1 MBIn less than 10 minutes, you’ll learn from Brittney Reeves, who shares her views on the major hindrances of reaching maximum potential in US Education. Watch this rapid-fire 10-minute Fireside Chat during your break, commute, or downtime — you won’t be disappointed! In this chat, these questions will be answered: What are the major hindrances to reaching maximum potential in US Education? In what ways is the US Education system antiquated?
Fireside Chats: Mark Brown - Choose to be you
May 17, 2023 02:22 - 10 minutes - 14 MBIn less than 10 minutes, you'll learn from Mark Brown, who shares his battle with anorexia, to explain that focusing on who, not what, with students and peers, is the key to a more powerful conversation. Watch this rapid-fire 10-minute Fireside Chat during your break, commute, or downtime — you won't be disappointed!
Fireside Chats: Bradlee W. Skinner - A new respect for educator health
May 03, 2023 12:36 - 13 minutes - 19.1 MBIn less than 10 minutes, you’ll learn from Bradlee W. Skinner about how his journey from homeless pizza delivery driver to Theatre Director and teacher advocate brought on a passion for educator health. Bradlee speaks openly about his mental health and how seeking help brought him back to education and the ability to help thousands of students and fellow teachers. Watch this rapid-fire 10-minute Fireside Chat during your break, commute, or downtime — you won’t be wasting your time! Bra...
Fireside Chats: TGR Foundation CEO Gordon McNeill
April 26, 2023 16:55 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MBFireside Chat with Gordon McNeill: Deep Engagement for Students Gordon McNeill, CEO of TGR Foundation (A Tiger Woods Charity) In less than 10 minutes, you’ll learn from Gordon McNeill, CEO of TGR Foundation (A Tiger Woods Charity), about the importance of dynamic spaces, dynamic content, and dynamic educators. Too many organizations try to reach youth but come up short in one of these three areas. You need to have all three in order to truly give youth the environment they need to fully ...
Mentor Sessions: Tony Hoffman
September 15, 2020 21:00 - 42 minutes - 74.4 MBTony Hoffman was born as an athletic prodigy. At 14 years old, he held sponsorships and awards as a top-ranked BMX amateur. By the end of his senior year, Tony began to experience drug addiction and substance abuse. He was homeless by 2006 and sent to prison in 2007 for committing an armed robbery. But through these hardships, Tony realized it was time to turn his life around and utilize the gifts that he was given. That same year, he dedicated himself to staying sober and has been ever sinc...
Tony Hoffman | Find Your Grind
September 15, 2020 21:00 - 42 minutes - 74.4 MBTony Hoffman was born as an athletic prodigy. At 14 years old, he held sponsorships and awards as a top-ranked BMX amateur. By the end of his senior year, Tony began to experience drug addiction and substance abuse. He was homeless by 2006 and sent to prison in 2007 for committing an armed robbery. But through these hardships, Tony realized it was time to turn his life around and utilize the gifts that he was given. That same year, he dedicated himself to staying sober and has been ever sinc...
Mentor Sessions: Casey Adams
August 20, 2020 16:14 - 50 minutes - 96.3 MBPodcast host. Events producer. Master interviewer. By junior year of high school, Casey Adams was flying in and out of LA from Virginia attending events to meet some of the world’s top entrepreneurs. Now, at only 20 years old, Casey Adams has already interviewed over 150 people including Larry King, Drama, and Tilman Ferritta. Many students are unsure how to commit to their passions or will choose to wait until they are finished with traditional schooling. For Casey, however, he practices li...
Casey Adams | Find Your Grind
August 20, 2020 16:14 - 50 minutes - 96.3 MBPodcast host. Events producer. Master interviewer. By junior year of high school, Casey Adams was flying in and out of LA from Virginia attending events to meet some of the world’s top entrepreneurs. Now, at only 20 years old, Casey Adams has already interviewed over 150 people including Larry King, Drama, and Tilman Ferritta. Many students are unsure how to commit to their passions or will choose to wait until they are finished with traditional schooling. For Casey, however, he practices li...
Spencer Taylor | Find Your Grind
July 28, 2020 16:00 - 55 minutes - 104 MBSpencer Taylor was never a fan of school. A college dropout who is still currently paying off his loans — his story of attempting a traditional post-secondary education rings true for 42.8 million students (in 2020) who have acquired student debt in the U.S. Through gaining his own experience in TV and film, developing mentorships, and tying in his own personal experience – he’s dedicated himself to educating students about college debt by touring across the country on the Student Debt Destr...
Mentor Sessions: Spencer Taylor
July 28, 2020 16:00 - 55 minutes - 104 MBSpencer Taylor was never a fan of school. A college dropout who is still currently paying off his loans — his story of attempting a traditional post-secondary education rings true for 42.8 million students (in 2020) who have acquired student debt in the U.S. Through gaining his own experience in TV and film, developing mentorships, and tying in his own personal experience – he’s dedicated himself to educating students about college debt by touring across the country on the Student Debt Destr...
Mentor Sessions: John Feldmann
July 08, 2020 22:14 - 51 minutes - 97.6 MBProducer, A&R extraordinaire, and music artist, John Feldmann wasn’t always regarded as the number one rock producer. Feldmann faced addiction as a teenager until he was a young adult, but his passion as an entertainer and skill set of an entrepreneur would give him the drive to prove he was more than just his past. Your industry can create a stigma around the lifestyle you live, but Feldmann’s honest journey proves that the stereotypes around your industry doesn’t have to dictate your lifes...
John Feldmann | Find Your Grind
July 08, 2020 22:14 - 51 minutes - 97.6 MBProducer, A&R extraordinaire, and music artist, John Feldmann wasn’t always regarded as the number one rock producer. Feldmann faced addiction as a teenager until he was a young adult, but his passion as an entertainer and skill set of an entrepreneur would give him the drive to prove he was more than just his past. Your industry can create a stigma around the lifestyle you live, but Feldmann’s honest journey proves that the stereotypes around your industry doesn’t have to dictate your lifes...
Mentor Sessions: Prince Jackson
June 16, 2020 16:00 - 40 minutes - 76.8 MBPrince Jackson separates his life by two timelines — before and after his father, the King of Pop, passed away. It hasn’t always been easy to live up to the pressure of his father’s legacy. That’s why Prince, connector and leader, has based his life around what he’s learned from his childhood experiences and what his mentor (his father) instilled upon him. Homeschooled for more than half his life while traveling the world, Prince Jackson learned and got first-hand looks about other cultures ...
Prince Jackson | Find Your Grind Podcast
June 16, 2020 16:00 - 40 minutes - 76.8 MBPrince Jackson separates his life by two timelines — before and after his father, the King of Pop, passed away. It hasn’t always been easy to live up to the pressure of his father’s legacy. That’s why Prince, connector and leader, has based his life around what he’s learned from his childhood experiences and what his mentor (his father) instilled upon him. Homeschooled for more than half his life while traveling the world, Prince Jackson learned and got first-hand looks about other cultures ...
Travis Mills | Find Your Grind Podcast
May 27, 2020 23:30 - 141 MBThe Find Your Grind Podcast is back for Season 2 with special guest music artist, actor, and overall versatile entertainer — Travis Mills.
Mentor Sessions: Travis Mills
May 27, 2020 23:30 - 141 MBThe Find Your Grind Podcast is back for Season 2 with special guest music artist, actor, and overall versatile entertainer — Travis Mills.
FYG U Fest: Season 1 Finale
October 16, 2019 20:10 - 27 minutes - 51.8 MBThe founders come together at Boulder, Colorado during the first stop of the Fall 2019 FYG U Fest to talk about Find Your Grind related news and what the future holds. Nick Gross, Luke “The Dingo” Trembeth, and Mike Smith, (missing Natasha Gross) sits down on a special, Season 1 finale episode of the Find Your Grind podcast to bring up important topics in education and why concentrating on culturally relevant programming and content sets Find Your Grind apart. They each express passion towar...
Season 1 Finale | Find Your Grind Podcast
October 16, 2019 20:10 - 27 minutes - 51.8 MBThe founders come together at Boulder, Colorado during the first stop of the Fall 2019 FYG U Fest to talk about Find Your Grind related news and what the future holds. Nick Gross, Luke “The Dingo” Trembeth, and Mike Smith, (missing Natasha Gross) sits down on a special, Season 1 finale episode of the Find Your Grind podcast to bring up important topics in education and why concentrating on culturally relevant programming and content sets Find Your Grind apart. They each express passion towar...
Mentor Sessions: Joywave
October 04, 2019 15:08 - 54 minutes - 102 MBIndie rock band, Joywave, started in 2010 and was founded by front man, Daniel Armbruster. The innovator and entertainer always held “delusional,” bigger-than-life dreams about music and songwriting then pursued it with an analytical approach. Graduating college during The Great Recession, Daniel realized after calculating his annual wage that working full-time at his retail job was taking away valuable time towards pursuing what he was really good at and passionate about. From having self a...
Joywave | Find Your Grind Podcast
October 04, 2019 15:08 - 54 minutes - 102 MBIndie rock band, Joywave, started in 2010 and was founded by front man, Daniel Armbruster. The innovator and entertainer always held “delusional,” bigger-than-life dreams about music and songwriting then pursued it with an analytical approach. Graduating college during The Great Recession, Daniel realized after calculating his annual wage that working full-time at his retail job was taking away valuable time towards pursuing what he was really good at and passionate about. From having self a...
Alexandra Chando | Find Your Grind Podcast
September 18, 2019 19:11 - 42 minutes - 80.5 MBAlexandra Chando is an actress, producer, and director who got her start at a very young age in the TV industry. As she’s matured and gained seasoned experience, Alexandra has found that identity and self worth goes beyond what you’re currently working on. The actress takes us through her upbringing and journey — following her love of theatre and acting, landing her first pilot, and navigating her identity to her ultimate pivot of directing today. As a woman in the TV and film industry, Alex...
Mentor Sessions: Alexandra Chando
September 18, 2019 19:11 - 42 minutes - 80.5 MBAlexandra Chando is an actress, producer, and director who got her start at a very young age in the TV industry. As she’s matured and gained seasoned experience, Alexandra has found that identity and self worth goes beyond what you’re currently working on. The actress takes us through her upbringing and journey — following her love of theatre and acting, landing her first pilot, and navigating her identity to her ultimate pivot of directing today. As a woman in the TV and film industry, Alex...
Dylan Efron | Find Your Grind Podcast
September 05, 2019 16:00 - 42 minutes - 78.7 MB“I think in this day and age, it’s so easy to recognize other people’s lifestyles when yours is staring you in the face, and you don’t even really notice it,” shares Dylan Efron. The elite athlete and filmmaker navigates us how he’s been able to discover and fuse his lifestyle into a career. A natural athlete and lover of the outdoors, Dylan took a traditional path studying Finance and Economics in college, only to leave it behind to take an internship at Warner Brothers and learn how to pro...
Mentor Sessions: Dylan Efron
September 05, 2019 16:00 - 42 minutes - 78.7 MB“I think in this day and age, it’s so easy to recognize other people’s lifestyles when yours is staring you in the face, and you don’t even really notice it,” shares Dylan Efron. The elite athlete and filmmaker navigates us how he’s been able to discover and fuse his lifestyle into a career. A natural athlete and lover of the outdoors, Dylan took a traditional path studying Finance and Economics in college, only to leave it behind to take an internship at Warner Brothers and learn how to pro...
Mentor Sessions: Mikey Taylor
August 28, 2019 18:00 - 52 minutes - 99.9 MBMikey Taylor discovered his purpose when he lost everything. The pro skateboarder hustled to fight for his passion, obtained sponsorships, and built a business model to support himself before he was 18 years old. At one point Mikey Taylor was being sponsored by the biggest in the industry, DC, Spitfire, etc. However, what he abruptly learned were the loopholes and expiration date for skaters which led him to pivot into his next career juncture as an entrepreneur and real estate investor. The...
Mikey Taylor | Find Your Grind Podcast
August 28, 2019 18:00 - 52 minutes - 99.9 MBMikey Taylor discovered his purpose when he lost everything. The pro skateboarder hustled to fight for his passion, obtained sponsorships, and built a business model to support himself before he was 18 years old. At one point Mikey Taylor was being sponsored by the biggest in the industry, DC, Spitfire, etc. However, what he abruptly learned were the loopholes and expiration date for skaters which led him to pivot into his next career juncture as an entrepreneur and real estate investor. The...
Mentor Sessions: Branding Master Bear Degidio
August 20, 2019 11:30 - 52 minutes - 103 MBBear Degidio has a way of knowing how to create viral moments while being able to connect others and build organic relationships. One of the biggest paintball ambassadors in the world, he’s used his career path to discover that what he loves most out of the sport isn’t playing pro but branding. Today, he’s taken his marketing experts to build and collab with brands, celebrities, and influencers such as Giant Tactical, LA Weekly, OVO, etc. and create social media moments with Ground House Bur...
Branding Master Bear Degidio | Find Your Grind Podcast
August 20, 2019 11:30 - 52 minutes - 103 MBBear Degidio has a way of knowing how to create viral moments while being able to connect others and build organic relationships. One of the biggest paintball ambassadors in the world, he’s used his career path to discover that what he loves most out of the sport isn’t playing pro but branding. Today, he’s taken his marketing experts to build and collab with brands, celebrities, and influencers such as Giant Tactical, LA Weekly, OVO, etc. and create social media moments with Ground House Bur...
Mentor Sessions: Venice Ball
August 15, 2019 03:31 - 46 minutes - 89.3 MBVenice Ball is a community organization that uplifts streetball culture, bringing together the most talented players through tournaments, community service, and merch. Venice Ball is one of the most recognized leagues today, is heavily involved in community building through building and sponsoring courts, and attracts hundreds every Sunday for the love of the game. Listen to Nick Ansom's story!
Venice Ball | Find Your Grind Podcast
August 15, 2019 03:31 - 46 minutes - 89.3 MBVenice Ball is a community organization that uplifts streetball culture, bringing together the most talented players through tournaments, community service, and merch. Venice Ball is one of the most recognized leagues today, is heavily involved in community building through building and sponsoring courts, and attracts hundreds every Sunday for the love of the game. Listen to Nick Ansom's story!
Mentor Sessions: Toronto's Tyger Shark
August 06, 2019 15:45 - 38 minutes - 73.6 MBTygershark is an Advertising and Marketing agency that specializes in building out e-commerce and websites for music artists and leading popular brands such as October’s Very Own, Drake, The Toronto Raptors, NTWRK, Universal Pictures, Majid Jordan, and Find Your Grind.