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The Ruth and Scott Podcast

The Ruth and Scott Podcast

Written by: Ruth Jefferson and Dr. Scott Gostchock
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Whether you work in a school, a church, or a nontraditional setting — this is for you. The Ruth and Scott Podcast is your connection point to real conversations about the things that matter most to educators and mentors navigating cultural competence in a changing world. Together, we’ll navigate this landscape with conversations about:

  • communication
  • relationships
  • race and technology
  • food,
  • and current events.

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Voice of the Middle Ground
Social Sciences
Episodes
  • 5Rs, 4 Pillars, and This Transformational Key to Change Your Life and Community
    Jun 1 2026

    Is your life in balance? If what you do is out of alignment with who you are, the chances are...probably not. But things don't have to stay that way. Join Ruth Jefferson and Dr. Scott Gostchock now for this episode of The Ruth and Scott Podcast. Together, we'll talk about the 5 Rs, the four pillars of work-life balance, and other principles that will help you take back your personal sense of agency and approach life from a greater place of strength, even as you face the challenges of your personal and professional settings.

    In this episode, Ruth and Scott also talk about immigration and society, and how you, as an educator, can step in as more of an integrated part of your community in the face of the challenges of today's world. What you do matters. Who you are matters more. And, you are not alone in your desire to walk with your students in the social, emotional, and also the academic spheres of their lives.

    Looking for more reads and resources to help you on your journey? Unlock this read from The Ruth and Scott Podcast Blog by clicking here.

    Interested in a topic you want Ruth and Scott to talk about on an upcoming episode of the podcast? Email us at admin@podcast.votmg.org. We look forward to hearing from you!

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    50 mins
  • The Journey to Reconciliation and Reengagement
    May 1 2026

    Reconciliation starts with the needs both for safety and for relationships to be made whole. In this episode of The Ruth and Scott Podcast, Ruth Jefferson and Dr. Scott Gostchock talk about reconciliation, what’s needed to achieve this in relationships, and how burnout can affect this. Can relationships be made whole? Join us for the conversation.

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    44 mins
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