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Beyond the Binary is a podcast about how we learn to think about politics — and how that shapes what we believe is possible. Instead of debating sides, each episode examines the systems, incentives, institutions, and narratives that produce polarization in the first place. This show is about political literacy, not persuasion. If you’re tired of team politics and curious about how power actually works, this is a space to slow down, zoom out, and think more clearly.

The International Physical Literacy Association PodcastHosted by: Kirk Bowyer & Natalie WeirWelcome to the official podcast of the International Physical Literacy Association (IPLA) — a show dedicated to supporting teachers, parents, and coaches in shaping healthier, more active, and more confident communities.Hosted by Kirk Bowyer, co-founder of Mini Athletics and long-time advocate for early-years physical development, and Natalie Weir, respected physical literacy researcher and educator, this podcast dives deep into the world of physical literacy and its power to transform lives.Each ...

Why are so many Tasmanians illiterate, and what’s being done about it? Four disabled storytellers uncover the uplifting stories of Tasmanians who are working hard to improve literacy stats in Tasmania. Each episode reveals heartfelt stories of passion and dedication for lifting literacy across Tasmania. From a Dolly Parton lover to an alien called Bic.

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A grounding exploration of how our online prowess shapes the very essence of democracy The electronic age compels us to confront the delicate balance between the convenience of constant connectivity and the protection of personal privacy, security, and democracy itself. Presented as a two-fold...

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PHAT LIP! You(th)Talk Radio was founded in 1994 by Kwami Abdul-Bey, with input from his 7th grade social studies students at Henderson Junior High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, as a positive alternative in response to the HBO documentary "Gang War: Banging in Little Rock," after his student complained about the sensational media misrepresentation of their hometown. The mantra that his taught his students was: "DON'T HATE THE MEDIA, BECOME THE MEDIA!"

Words No Bars Can Hold provides a rare glimpse into literacy learning under the most dehumanizing conditions. Deborah Appleman chronicles her work teaching college-level classes at a high-security prison for men, most of whom are serving life sentences. Through narrative, poetry, memoir, and fiction, the students in Appleman's classes attempt to write themselves back into a society that has erased their lived histories.

"New Publishing Imprint Tests Limits of Literacy for Young Readers" is from the December 18, 2016 Business section of The New York Times. It was written by Alexandra Alter and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

The official podcast of the Literacy Research Center and Clinic at the University of Wyoming. In this podcast, we explore issues related to teaching reading and writing from birth through adulthood. Educators, students, parents, researchers, and policy makers share their stories of literacy learning and instruction providing insight into the everyday successes and challenges they experience in teaching and developing their literacy skills. Come and join us as we share the stories educators and community members have experienced as they work towards making positive changes and creating positive...

This podcast is produced by the ESRC-funded Research Mobilities in Primary Literacy Education research project. Through this project, we want to understand how literacy research evidence moves to and between primary teachers and what happens to it as it does so. You can find episode transcripts and more information about the project on our website: https://research.shu.ac.uk/rmple/