In this episode, Tom and Josh sit down with school counselor, mental health professional and Harmony Educator Advisory Group member Shakirra McKinley to explore the mental health challenges faced by elementary students, the role of school counselors, and how educators can support both the social and emotional well being of everyone who is part of a school community.

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In this episode, Tom and Josh talk with Bri Richardson.(A.K.A. @honestteachervibes), a content creator for Bored Teachers about how she uses her classroom experiences to create engaging content and be an advocate for teachers. Be sure to follow her on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.

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In this episode, Tom and Josh dive into a topic that resonates with everyone — big emotions. Our guest, Alyssa Blask Campbell is the author of "Tiny Humans, Big Emotions" and "Big Kids, Bigger Feelings" She is also founder of Seed and Sew.

Alyssa shares ways educators of all types, can become a trusted voice in emotional development. With a master’s degree in early childhood and extensive research under her belt, she emphasizes the importance of nurturing emotional intelligence in both children and educators.

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***Previously Published in 2021***

Are you looking to find what inspirational teaching is all about? "What the World Needs Now" is a great channel to follow to find inspirational teachers from around the United States and the World. In this episode, Tom and Josh talk to National University Teacher Award Winner Heather McCarthy about how she inspires her students and gets them to be change agents in their community and around the globe. Heather also shares how she stays inspired by making deliberate choices about who she spends her valuable time with.

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Welcome to What the World Needs Now sponsored by Sanford Harmony from National University.

In this episode, Tom and Josh learn from two inspiring college educators! Brenda Skoczelas and Mark Thompson share their inspiring journey into science education, the creation of Professor Sko, and the significance of Light Day, a celebration of Voyager 1's historic mission. Discover how their work fosters curiosity, representation, and a love for science among students of all ages.

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Tom and Josh continue their search to find out "What the World Needs Now". This week, they learn from Stephanie Hunt, an award winning teacher from Utah. Stephanie shares her inspirational story of why she became a teacher and how her passion has changed the world for her students, and people half way around the world in Ghana!

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In this episode, Tom and Josh explore the transformative power of international travel and global education through the experiences of a Fulbright scholar. Shanna Held shares her journey, insights on language learning, and the importance of curiosity and cultural exchange in education.

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***Recorded and First Published in 2022***

In this episode of "What the World Needs Now," Tom and Josh talk with Rachel Hayes about how she is intentional about finding the joy in her classroom. Rachel's energy is infectious!

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Huge thanks to Sanford Harmony from National University, for empowering Tom and Josh to continue sharing the inspirational stories from educators all around the world.

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