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From Detection to Prevention: Conversations on Child Safety with Kristi McVee
GPT In this deeply impactful episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, we delve into the critical and sensitive issue of child safety within early childhood education, featuring the insightful Kristi McVee. With her...
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Programming is not Confusing: Unless you make it so!
Episode Summary: Today's podcast explores the simplicity of programming and planning in early childhood education when approached with clarity. We tackle the common hurdles educators face with documentation and offer...
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Permission to Love Yourself First
In the latest #bigheartedpodcast episode, Carol Robinson steps up to the mic with a message that resonates with every family day care educator's heart. With years of experience from managing a beauty salon to...
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Having an Honest Look at Yourself
As a Family Day Care (FDC) educator, personal responsibility plays an important role in ensuring a high-quality care and educational environment. Not only that, it increases your level of enjoyment within your work....
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Starting the Year feeling Meh?
Language Warning! I dropped a few tiny words that are not appropriate for children! In this episode of the Big Hearted Podcast, we were joined by Educator of the Year Stephanie Hoy from Port Lincoln, South Australia....
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New Year, New Focus: What will your word for 2024 be?
Hello there, It's Victoria here, and I'm delighted to be back in the podcast chair after a little break. I've missed our chats, and I'm buzzing with excitement to share my plans for the year with you. I'm keeping our...
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Sustainability in FDC: It aint just being green!
Sustainability in FDC: It Ain't Just Being Green! Welcome, dear listeners, wherever you find yourself on this delightful day. Grab your morning brew (if it’s still hot) and let’s dive into a chat that's as...
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The Role of Confidence
Let's look at self confidence, and the many varied ways it has an impact on our lives, and how we show up in our work. All In, All The Time: In this episode, I share how my passion can sometimes be a double-edged...
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Nurturing Deep Connections: The Essence of Relationship Building in FDC
Hello, my fabulous listeners! Today, we're diving headfirst into the heart of family daycare: fostering deep, meaningful connections with the children in our care. You know, sometimes I see us educators as these...
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THE HARMONY OF STRUCTURE AND FREEDOM IN FDC
THE HARMONY OF STRUCTURE AND FREEDOM IN FDC Hello, Big Hearted community! Today, I dive deep into a topic close to my heart, discussing the delicate balance between structure and freedom in education, particularly in...
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Taking Personal Responsibility
Personal Responsibility Empowering Educators: A Comprehensive Exploration into Personal Responsibility. Today’s discussion undoubtedly challenges prevalent educational narratives, focusing on the need for educators,...
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Redefining Traditions: Guarding Energy, Embracing Challenges, and Cultivating Genuine Connections
In this soul-touching episode, join us as we talk through deep reflections, life experiences, and insights that might just reshape your perspective on life and its various challenges. Rebecca shares so warmly of her...
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