Podcast Episodes

Laughter sometimes really is the best medicine

Remember those childhood moments when you laughed so hard you couldn’t talk? There’s a reason the old saying “Laughter is the best medicine” has stuc…

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Eating healthy in the new year

Across the country, colleges have put a stronger focus on sustainability by cutting food waste and serving healthier meals. 

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Helping students make healthy food choices

When it comes to nutrition, we often assume that offering children healthy options is enough. But research suggests otherwise.

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5 months, 1 week ago

Building interest in teaching

Teacher shortages continue to challenge schools. That’s why programs like Teaching Fellows at the College of Charleston are so vital. 

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Bullying and peer acceptance (Encore)

The school year brings challenges and excitement for students and families. One of the most concerning issues is being accepted by peers. 

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

The importance of mentors (Encore)

Working with a mentor in college is invaluable and will benefit students long after they graduate. My colleague, Tom Martin, founder of the Martin Ce…

6 months ago

Addressing the shortage of special education teachers

A critical shortage of special education teachers across the state is leaving students and their families without the support they need. Teaching pos…

6 months, 1 week ago

Planning for vacation days

The holidays are around the corner, and many families are traveling, but school calendars don’t always line up. So, should parents pull kids out of c…

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Afterschool care in South Carolina

Nearly half of South Carolina families struggle to find afterschool care. Research shows that cost, transportation, and availability are major barrie…

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Giving back to teachers (Encore)

Teachers dedicate countless hours and significant funds to support their students. Recent data indicates that teachers spend about $800 out of their …

6 months, 4 weeks ago