Dr. Amanda Rose Villarreal discusses the concept of safe spaces and the limitations of the term. Our conversation introduces the idea of spaces of acceptable risk, where participants are encouraged to take risks and be vulnerable. Villarreal emphasizes the importance of transparent communication and shared responsibility in creating these spaces. They also explore the role of consent in collaboration and creativity, drawing parallels to gaming theory. Villarreal talks to us about recognizing power dynamics in theater and education and advocating for consent-based practices. Dr. Villarreal highlights the need for consent-based communication and offers a self-care cue as a communication tool.

Learn more about their work and research:

https://www.amandarosev.com/about

https://www.amandarosev.com/publications

https://www.linkedin.com/in/arvillarreal/

As mentioned at the top of the episode please join BBIS student advocates on May 8th:

https://sites.google.com/bbis.de/bbis-social-justice-committee/home

For a transcript of this episode reach out to us through our website:

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Educator and leader, Angeline Aow shares the origin story of WomenEd DE and how her involvement with WomenEd has evolved over the years. She discusses the importance of shifting focus from fixing women to fixing systems and the need for inclusivity and intersectionality in professional learning communities. Angeline also explores the impact of middle age on professional learning and the value of teacher agency and choice. She emphasizes the importance of building power and community in professional learning and creating conditions for open and honest conversations.

Ready to learn more about learning with Angeline Aow?

https://www.angelineaow.com/about.html

Connect with her online:

https://twitter.com/angeaow?lang=en

Explore her book

https://www.angelineaow.com/book.html

Let Kathleen and Tricia know what you'd like our next season to focus on:

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Kwame Sarfo-Mensah is our special guest this week. He tells about the origin story of his phenomenal show Identity Talk as well as what he's gained by hosting it.

Chapters:

00:00
The Evolution of Identity Talk
03:27
Creating a Collaborative Space
06:48
Lifting Up Unsung Heroes
10:33
Changing the Way We Approach Conversations
31:43
Podcasting for Personal and Professional Growth

Ready to learn more about our guest?

https://www.identitytalk4educators.com/about

Explore his show:

https://www.youtube.com/@kwamesarfo-mensah5785

Connect with him online:

https://www.identitytalk4educators.com/contact-8

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