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Modern Education Movement

Modern Education Movement

Gerry Kirk

On our podcast, we shine a light on education solutions for the modern age, so parents wanting a better alternative to traditional education can make confident, informed choices. We interview knowledge experts on topics like financial literacy, mindset, and differently wired kids. We also have a lot of fun talking with parents and kids who share their unique inspiring stories about their own learning path. This is valuable information you simply won’t find anywhere else.
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Modern Education Movement - Galileo School Deep Dive with Kelly Davis
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10/14/20 • 45 min

Entrepreneurship. Global citizen. Empowered, critical, creative thinker. Is that the person you aspire your child to become? If so, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode.
My guest Kelly Davis is an educator, who began her teaching experience during an off-the-grid experience in a remote village in Fiji in a 3 walled-schoolhouse and it was this adventure that motivated her to continue teaching in other small villages and various countries throughout Asia. Now, she has the opportunity to build a global school, where kids can learn and develop their best values from all cultures around the world.
Kelly Davis is a Co-founder and Director of Education at Galileo. Their unique program helps students build critical thinking, global citizenship, entrepreneurship and more to be able to thrive in an ever changing 21st century.
My 13 yo son Graham actually started with a few weeks ago, and so far he’s loving it.
And why not? Graham gets to choose exactly what he wants to learn, from a broad range of topics. He’s starting with 3D modelling, coding and an entrepreneurship club, and he can change that at any time. Self-directed education is a core foundation of Galileo.
If you are looking for a modern education option, this episode is a must-listen!
Links Mentioned in Episode
>>> $300 Off Galileo Tuition
Connect with Kelly Davis
>>> Visit Galileo web site>>> Connect with Kelly on Instagram>>> Watch Galileo on YouTubeConnect With Us

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Want high quality sound for your podcast, without having to do the work or pay outrageous fees? Graham, my son and co-host also has a podcast production company, Pod Perfect.
>>> Get quality audio production at Pod Perfect

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Modern Education Movement - Pre-school for (want to be) home parents with Joy Anderson
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01/26/21 • 22 min

Today we turn our attention to children in their younger years...
I’m really excited because my guest today is on a mission to help women create successful preschools (not daycares) so they can stay home with their kids, create a consistent income, and make a difference in children's lives.
She was once there too. After becoming a single mother overnight, Joy Anderson had to figure out how to create a full-time income while also caring for 3 young children.
She was committed to staying home with them. She refused to put them in daycare or even worse, start a daycare.
That's when she discovered a third option, PRESCHOOL, and started one in her home instead.
She quickly grew it into multiple locations, where she taught over 1,000 students and made $1.75 million before finally selling it.
Joy realized this preschool business model had the potential to bless millions of mothers' lives, so she set out on a mission to share this message. As the founder and CEO of Preschool System, she's helped thousands of women create successful preschools... and she won't stop until every woman in the world knows there IS a third option to childcare: they too can start a preschool, stay home with their kids, and create incredible wealth for their family.
If you are looking for an income option that works for you and your family, or additional support for your pre-school kids, this episode is especially for you.
Connect with Joy Anderson
>>> Get her free book on starting a preschool
>>> Connect with Joy in her Facebook group
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Make sure to subscribe to the show, we release a new episode every Tuesday at 9 am EST.
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>>> Subscribe to the Modern Education Movement Calendar
Want high quality sound for your podcast, without having to do the work or pay outrageous fees? Graham, my son and co-host also has a podcast production company, Pod Perfect. You've already heard a sample of his work by listening to this podcast!
>>> Get quality audio production at Pod Perfect

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Modern Education Movement - How Students Can Love (and Thrive in) School with Kelsey Komorowski
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03/02/21 • 43 min

Better grades. Less stress. A skill set for life.
As parents, that’s what we want for our kids... for them to not only achieve well, but do it with joy and confidence. We want to do our part to set them up for future success once they are out of the home.
So naturally, I was curious when I saw those 9 words prominently displayed on my guest’s web site.
Kelsey Komorowski has been tackling this challenge for quite some time... she has spent over 30,000 hours working with families... first with the Ministry of Education here in Ontario, my home province, and now through her company, Komo Consulting.
She knows that every student can succeed in school, so long as they’re shown how. She’s uncovered 5 shifts, 5 things she’s seen successful students and families doing.
Parenting is a tough road, and it’s really hard at times to know what to do. I certainly speak from experience, with 3 teens of my own.
As a family coach, Kelsey loves empowering parents with the skills and knowledge to help their kids reach their potential. She shows them how to establish positive household dynamics around school.
Plus, she loves to travel, something I’m really into as well.
We’ve got a lot of ground to cover, so listen in!
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>>> Learn more about the Komo difference Connect With Us

Make sure to subscribe to the show, we release a new episode every Tuesday at 9 am EST.
Subscribe to the Modern Education Movement Calendar (and get a sneak preview of upcoming episodes and events)
>>> Subscribe to the Modern Education Movement Calendar
Want high quality production for your podcast, without having to do the work or pay outrageous fees? Graham, my son and co-host also has a podcast production company, Pod Perfect. You've already heard a sample of his work by listening to this podcast!
>>> Get quality podcast production at Pod Perfect

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Like many people I interview on this podcast, my guest today, Gail Swift has a mission fueled by a painful experience in her life. This happened for her at the age of 15.
At that time, she was putting effort into being something she wasn’t. She was working against the way she was designed to work, and that caused her a lot of unnecessary stress.
Fortunately for the rest of us, Gail chose to use that pain to become a speaker/advocate for youth.
She has an unwavering passion to teach every youth how they naturally solve problems, to discover their ideal way of doing things.
How is this useful?
- This new awareness guides college-bound students to know their ideal major.
- It helps parents better understand their children, building deeper and lasting relationships.
- There is no greater joy than in finding your true essence. That’s what we want for our kids right?
Gail is a certified Kolbe consultant and president of Plans to Prosper Coaching, and today we’re going to uncover how you can help your child find their ideal path in life.
Links Mentioned In Episode
>>> Connect with Gail at Plans to Prosper CoachingConnect With Us

Find us on Facebook and LinkedIn or email [email protected].
Make sure to subscribe to the show, we release a new episode every Tuesday at 9 am EST.
Subscribe to the Modern Education Movement Calendar (and get a sneak preview of upcoming episodes and events)
>>> Subscribe to the Modern Education Movement Calendar
Want high quality production for your podcast, without having to do the work or pay outrageous fees? Graham, my son and co-host also has a podcast production company, Pod Perfect. You've already heard a sample of his work by listening to this podcast!
>>> Get quality podcast production at Pod Perfect
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Today we’re excited to chat with an amazing 15-year-old student. Praja Tickoo is on a mission to empower students through the process of Design Thinking.
Two years ago, Praja had an experience that changed his life forever.
At an event called Design the Future, he collaborated with other youth to help design a better ankle brace for a multiple sclerosis patient.
This experience taught him the power young people have to reshape their world. It also reinforced his conviction that problems can only be solved by questioning assumptions and involving those directly affected.
At the same time, Praja noticed a lack of attention in the education system to core skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.
He then founded Impact The Future, an organization aimed at teaching the process of design thinking to middle and high school students.
The goal is to equip students with the ability to approach any problem and understand how to adapt to the rapidly changing future. Prepare the students of today to solve tomorrow's problems.
Today we’ll explore how Praja, at the young age of 15 is changing the world.
Links Mentioned In Episode
>>> Check out his web site Impact The Future>>> Connect with Praja on LinkedInConnect With Us

Find us on Facebook and LinkedIn or email [email protected].
Make sure to subscribe to the show, we release a new episode every Tuesday at 9 am EST.
Subscribe to the Modern Education Movement Calendar (and get a sneak preview of upcoming episodes and events)
>>> Subscribe to the Modern Education Movement Calendar
Want high quality production for your podcast, without having to do the work or pay outrageous fees? Graham, my son and co-host also has a podcast production company, Pod Perfect. You've already heard a sample of his work by listening to this podcast!
>>> Get quality podcast production at Pod Perfect
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Modern Education Movement - How to Get Into Med School with Shirag Shemmassian
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09/21/21 • 41 min

Do you have a child interested in becoming a doctor? For those already in high school or post secondary, have you thought about what it takes for them to get into medical school?
These days, getting into medical school is tougher than ever. There are so many variables to focus on - test scores, shadowing physicians, doing tons of extracurricular activities and getting great recommendation letters. And even with all that, it’s often not enough to get in.
So how do you decide what to do?
My guest today, Dr. Shirag Shemmassian faced a similar problem in his youth. He went to a small high school, and was determined to go to a top level school. He figured it out, and became the only Ivy League graduate in his high school’s nearly 60-year history.
He’s now the Founder of Shemmassian Academic Consulting and one of the world's foremost experts on medical school admissions, college admissions, and graduate school admissions.
For nearly 20 years, he and his team have helped thousands of students get into medical school and top colleges. Over 90% of their students have gotten into at least one U.S med school - the first time they apply.
He has figured out a method that works.
Today, we’ll explore the ins and outs, the do’s and don’ts of your child getting into medical school to become the doctor they aspire to be.
We’ll also explore ways to make med school more affordable.
Today’s conversation will be full of valuable information you won’t want to miss.
Links Mentioned In Episode
>>> Get help at Shemmassian Academic ConsultingConnect With Us

Find us on Facebook and LinkedIn or email podcast AT gerrykirk DOT net.
Make sure to subscribe to the show, we release a new episode every Tuesday at 9 am EST.
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Modern Education Movement - Can Charter Schools Modernize Public Education? with David Osborne
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10/26/21 • 37 min

I’m excited to have on the show today a guest who has dedicated much of his life to reforming government and education.He’s on a quest to bring America’s public education into the 21st century, and there is one solution he believes is key to making that happen.Charter schools have produced what some experts believe to be the most rapid academic improvement in American history—and created a reform model that now other cities are trying.Now for 10 years David Osborne was a senior partner of The Public Strategies Group, a consulting firm that helped public organizations improve their performance. He worked with governments large and small, from cities, counties, and school districts to states, federal agencies, and foreign governments. He lectured widely around the globe and has advised presidents, ministers, governors, mayors, city managers and many other public sector leaders.David is currently emeritus director of the K-12 education work of the Progressive Policy Institute, a Democratic think tank in Washington DC.He is also an author or co-author of six nonfiction books, including Reinventing America’s Schools: Creating a 21st Century School System.Our main topic for today is how to modernize public education. We’ll take an in-depth look at charter schools. Links Mentioned In Episode
>>> Progressive Policy web site
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Find us on Facebook and LinkedIn or email podcast AT gerrykirk DOT net.
Make sure to subscribe to the show, we release a new episode every Tuesday at 9 am EST.
Subscribe to the Modern Education Movement Calendar (and get a sneak preview of upcoming episodes and events)
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Modern Education Movement - Overcome depression and anxiety with Karin Jabukowski
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11/30/21 • 32 min

Covid restrictions have put enormous pressure on a lot of kids. One research study reveals that depression and anxiety in youth has doubled compared to pre-pandemic levels. One in 4 adolescents globally are experiencing clinically elevated depression symptoms, while 1 in 5 youth are experiencing clinically elevated anxiety symptoms."What we have is a global mental health crisis in youth.My guest today, Dr. Karin Jakubowski sees this first-hand. She’s a school principal, and has worked in education for over 20 years. She sees kids struggle in school. Some have behavioral issues, some just can't 'do school' as we know it. Through years of practice, she’s unlocked ways to help kids break through these barriers.Dr. Jakubowski is a well-respected international influencer on helping kids live happier, healthier lives, navigating through their most challenging moments.Karin now works directly with moms through her Momnificent program, so mom’s can build stronger and more meaningful relationships with their kids, and be the support their kids need.And ultimately, as a parent, sleep better at night!Today we’ll explore what you can do as a parent to help your kids be mentally and emotionally strong, no matter what life throws at them.Links Mentioned In Episode
>>> Check out Educational Impact AcademyConnect With Us

Find us on Facebook and LinkedIn or email podcast AT gerrykirk DOT net.
Make sure to subscribe to the show, we release a new episode every Tuesday at 9 am EST.
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Modern Education Movement - Find the 3rd Way with Educational Guide Jenn Sutherland
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10/04/20 • 12 min

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Welcome to the Launch of the Modern Education Movement Podcast with father-son Gerry and Graham Kirk.
Today's episode we have our amazing guest and friend, Jenn Sutherland! Jenn has over 20 years of experience supporting families in developing world class educations for their children outside the four walls of a classroom – beyond school.
She wowed us with her #1 advice for parents looking for better school options. It's a must-listen.
Connect with Jen Sutherland:Don't forget to subscribe to the show download these powerful launch episodes, and drop us a rating and review on iTunes. Claim your free prizes for supporting us here: http://moderneducationmovement.com.Podcast audio smartly edited by Graham.
Find him at PodPerfect.net
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Modern Education Movement - Pivot from Education to Learning with Worldschooler Lainie Liberti
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10/04/20 • 12 min

Grab your 6 piece Education Prize Pack!
Simply subscribe, rate, and review the show to claim your prizes - discounts, free memberships and more on high quality modern education products, including one from this episode's guest!
Go to http://moderneducationmovement.com to register and follow the steps to unlock access.
Welcome to the Launch of the Modern Education Movement Podcast with father-son Gerry and Graham Kirk.
On today's episode we chat with the incredible Lainie Liberti - an author, speaker, community leader, teen coach and alternative education advocate who helped to spearhead the thriving worldschooling movement.
Lainie applies her "world is your classroom" philosophy to give solid advice for parents looking for better school options. Think learning over education, and what it means to learn and be successful in life. Listen in!
Connect with Lainie:Don't forget to subscribe to the show download these powerful launch episodes, and drop us a rating and review on iTunes. Claim your free prizes for supporting us here: http://moderneducationmovement.com.Podcast audio smartly edited by Graham.
Find him at PodPerfect.net
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Modern Education Movement currently has 71 episodes available.

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The podcast is about Education For Kids, Homeschooling, Kids & Family, School, Podcasts and Education.

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The episode title 'Find the 3rd Way with Educational Guide Jenn Sutherland' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on Modern Education Movement is 34 minutes.

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Episodes of Modern Education Movement are typically released every 7 days.

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The first episode of Modern Education Movement was released on Sep 25, 2020.

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