Making After-School Cool Podcast

EP 82: The Evolution of the Podcast Industry

Currently, the podcast industry is growing. Therefore, to help student keep up with this growing field, CASE for Kids has launched a project-based learning activity which involves students learning how to become podcasters. So, the topic for today’s episode is the future of podcasting and the different types of professions that are emerging in the podcast industry. To discuss what the future of podcasting will look like and the different types of professions that are emerging in the podcast industry is my guest Ozeal DeBastos.

During this podcast you will learn about:

1. Why have podcasting become so popular
2. What Are Different Types of Podcasting Jobs
3. What Are the Qualifications to Get a Job in Podcasting?
4. What is the future for podcasting?

Guest

Ozeal is a podcaster, podcast consultant, and founder of Ozeal Media.  Since the launch of his own podcast, No Permission Needed, in 2017, his show has garnered iTunes’ coveted, “New and Noteworthy” designation, as well a position on Apple’s Top 50 business podcast list and has a five-star rating, and close one million downloads.  Ozeal Media is committed to helping businesses and brands create podcasts that will help their message scale globally and gain a competitive edge with voice marketing. 

Resources

Ozeal DeBastos

Ozealmedia.com

 Mike Wilson

mwilson@hcde-texas.org

Harris County Department of Education

https://hcde-texas.org

 CASE for Kids

https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone

 

Preview Ep 82: The Evolution of the Podcasting Industry

Today is a preview of episode 82 of the Making After School Cool podcast where our topic is the future of podcasting and the different types of professions that are emerging in the podcast industry.  Although podcasts have been around for nearly twenty years the format has come into its own over the last six years.  To discuss what the future of podcasting will look like and the different types of professions that are emerging in the industry is my guest Ozeal DeBastos, Ozeal is a podcaster, podcast consultant, and founder of Ozeal Media.  

 

Ep 81: The Complexity of Being A School Librarian

This episode of the Making After School Cool podcast focuses on the Complexity of Being A School Librarian.  Lately there has been much discussion regarding a books subject matter, variety and types of books in schools and public libraries. According to Thanh Nguyen the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel “The Sympathizer,” many books are being tarnished by so called good hearted and moralistic people who perceive the subject matter of the books to be unsettling for their children. In some cases, a trend of censorship is developing to limit books not only for a parent’s child but for all children. To discuss what it is like to be a school Liberian is my guest Reanea Wilson who is currently a librarian on an elementary campus

During this episode you will learn:

• The role of a school librarian for the students they serve.
• Recent changes in the types of books in the library, especially those dealing with history, diversity and social issues?
• The book selection process librarian uses to supply a library.
• How librarian resolve problems with parents who have an issue regarding a book their child has access to in the library

Guest

Reanea Wilson is currently a Liberian on an elementary campus. She has more than twenty years of experience as an educator.  The last fourteen years has been as a librarian.  

Resources

Mike Wilson

mwilson@hcde-texas.org

Harris County Department of Education

https://hcde-texas.org

CASE for Kids

https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone

 

 

Preview Ep 81: The Complexity of Being A School Librarian

Today is a preview of episode 81 of the Making After School Cool podcast. Our topic focuses on the Complexity of Being A School Librarian.  Lately there has been much discussion regarding a books subject matter, variety and types of books in schools and public libraries. According to Thanh Nguyen the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel “The Sympathizer,” many books are being tarnished by so called good hearted and moralistic people who perceive the subject matter of the books to be unsettling for their children. In some cases, a trend of censorship is developing to limit books not only for a parent’s child but for all children.

To discuss what it is like to be a school Liberian is my guest Reanea Wilson who is currently a librarian on a campus

EP 80: Honoring Black History & the children’s book Black Wall Street: The Spirit of Community

This episode the Making After School Cool podcast focuses on Black History Month and the children’s book Black Wall Street: The Spirit of Community. According to a vlog on the World Economic Forum, reasons for observing Black History month includes, it devotes time to celebrate Black Achievement, it highlights the people and organizations creating change and it increases awareness of systemic racism concerns.  To discuss the importance of Black History month and to spotlight an event that impacted American history is my guest Laquitta Barnes.

During this podcast you will learn:

• How to change the mindset that Black History is just trivia information

• The importance of discussing events most people are not aware of    

• The historical event of Black Wall Street, a self-sufficient African American business district in Tulsa OK.

• Why is it important for people to be aware of the history of people from different cultural backgrounds?

 Guest

Ms. Barnes is an educator, real estate investor from Houston, Texas, and the proud author of Black Wall Street: The Spirit of Community. This children’s book focuses on the historical Black Wall Street located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Her book uncovers the beauty of this area and the resilience of a community to rebound from a tragic event and restore the legacy of entrepreneurship and success by supporting each other. This book provides an amazing opportunity to educate young readers on this important historical event that is often left out of history books.  

Resources

Laquitta Barnes

Visit www.ourhistorytold.com to purchase this book and other Black Wall Street merchandise.

Mike Wilson

mwilson@hcde-texas.org

Harris County Department of Education

https://hcde-texas.org

CASE for Kids

https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone

 

Preview EP80: Honoring Black History Month & the book Black Wall Street: The Spirit of Community

This this is a preview of episode 80 of the Making After School Cool podcast which focuses on Black History Month and the children’s book Black Wall Street: The Spirit of Community.

The history of Black History month began in 1926, when historian Carter G. Woodson sponsored a national Negro History week, which took place during the second week of February, in honor of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglas’s birthdays.

In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month because he believed, Black History informs all US Citizens of the often-neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our country’s history. To discuss the importance of Black History month and to spotlight an event that impacted American history is my guest Laquitta Barnes.

Ms. Barnes is an educator, and real estate investor from Houston, Texas. She is also the proud author of Black Wall Street: The Spirit of Community.

Ep 79: Using Technology in your Classroom & Afterschool Program

Ep 79: Using Technology in your Classroom & Afterschool Program

This episode of the Making School Cool podcast focuses on the benefits of using technology in schools and afterschool programs.  To speak on this topic is my guest Dr. Monica Burns.

During this episode you will learn about:

• Why schools appear slow regarding incorporating the use of technology in classrooms and after school programs.
• How to use emojis to enhance students learning experiences
• A brief summary of 3 books written to help educators use tech

Guest

Dr. Monica Burns is a former classroom teacher, Author, Speaker, Curriculum developer & EdTech Consultant.  She has led workshops and webinars and provided keynote presentations to teachers, instructional coaches, administrators, and tech enthusiasts at numerous national and international conferences. Monica started her blog in 2012 to help make edtech easier for fellow educators and launched the Easy EdTech Podcast to support educators who want to simplify and streamline technology integration. You can visit her site ClassTechTips.com for more ideas on how to become a tech-savvy educator.

Resources

Dr. Monica Burns

https://classtechtips.com/

Mike Wilson

mwilson@hcde-texas.org

Harris County Department of Education

https://hcde-texas.org

CASE for Kids

https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone

Preview Ep 79: Using Technology in your Classroom & Afterschool Programs

This is a preview of episode 79 of the Making School Cool podcast. It focuses on the benefits of using technology in school and afterschool programs.  Experts have found that technology can create profound changes in teaching and learning, as well as increases opportunities student engagement, and support.  In this episode, we are going to discuss strategies for using technology with students in classrooms and after school programs.  To speak on this topic is my guest Dr. Monica Burns.  Dr. Burns is a former classroom teacher, Author, Speaker, Curriculum developer & EdTech Consultant.  

EP 78: Supplemental CASE FOR Kids Partnership Project Funding

This episode of the Making After School Cool Podcast focuses on the CASE for Kids Partnership Project Funding. Having adequate funding to sustain an afterschool program is the number one factor in making service available to students and their families during non-school hours. To help after school programs in Harris County offset some of their funding concerns, CASE for Kids provide supplemental funding through the Partnership Project.

During this episode you will learn about:

• Partnership Project qualifications,
• Steps for submitting proposals
• Qualifying organizations minimum standards
• Tips for writing a successful proposal
• When the Partnership funding is available

Guest

My guest this week is Brandi.  For the last seven years Mrs. Brandi Nichols has been the CASE for Kids Partnership project Coordinator.

Resources

Brandi Nichols

bnichols@hcde-texas.org

 

Mike Wilson

mwilson@hcde-texas.org

 

Harris County Department of Education

https://hcde-texas.org

 

CASE for Kids

https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone

Preview EP 78: Supplemental CASE for Kids Partnership Project Funding

Today we are going to preview episode 78 which focuses on the CASE for Kids Partnership Project Funding. Having adequate funding to sustain an afterschool program is the number one factor in making this service available to students and their families. To help Harris County after school programs offset some of their funding concerns is the topic of this week podcast; which focuses on the CASE for Kids Partnership project.

My guest this week is Brandi Nichols.  For the last seven years Brandi has been the CASE for Kids Partnership project Coordinator.