The Workplace Wonderers: Workplace Lessons from Experts · 2025-08-06 · 1h 3m
In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Valencia Harris - nonprofit leader, educator, mother, and advocate - joins Blake and Kara for a passionate discussion about the intersection of education, mental health, and parenting. With her signature warmth and eloquence, Dr. V shares personal stories about raising her son, navigating the public education system, and what it really means to empower young minds. Topics covered include: * The importance of parental advocacy in education * How early testing shapes student identity and performance * Empowerment over lesson plans: co-creating learning with students * Balancing empathy, accountability, and structure at home and in schools * Building future leaders through critical thinking and perspective-taking Whether you’re a parent, educator, or leader in any space, this episode offers deep insights into how we can better support growth, learning, and humanity in our systems - starting with the kids at our kitchen tables. To follow Dr. V, go to: To learn more about Kara Kirby, go to: To learn more about Blake Cohen, go to: or
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