This week on the podcast, we’re joined by special guest Aleta Mechtel for an honest conversation about what the headlines don’t show when it comes to child care. 🎙️

While news stories often focus on surface-level issues, Aleta helps unpack the deeper realities facing providers, educators, and families — from the daily operational challenges to the long-term impacts of policy and funding decisions. This episode offers important context, nuance, and lived experience that rarely make it into mainstream coverage.

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In this episode, we’re joined by special guest Bri McCarty, educator and TikTok creator, for an inside look at what’s happening right now in South Dakota’s early childhood education landscape. 📚✨

Bri shares insights from the front lines — from policy changes and funding challenges to how these shifts are affecting providers, educators, and families across the state. This conversation blends real-world experience with honest discussion, offering perspective on how statewide decisions are playing out day to day.

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Today’s episode features a special guest, Latroya Barnes, joining us for an insightful and engaging conversation on the issues shaping early childhood education today. 🌱

Latroya brings valuable perspective, experience, and thoughtful discussion as we explore key challenges, opportunities, and real-life impacts within the child care landscape. This episode offers meaningful dialogue for providers, leaders, and advocates who care deeply about the future of early learning.

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