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EDU Lounge

2/4/2018

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I love podcasts!  From funny to informal and everything in between, I have immersed myself into various podcasts series and enjoy the benefits from the flexibility of this medium.  After attending Our Voices Academy, a weekend in Minneapolis, Minnesota with twenty amazing people of color sharing our lives, our stories, and our passions, I began to think about how I would elevate the voices of others once I returned home. 

Too often in education, there are so many outsiders, those who are disconnected from this profession, disconnected from the daily magic that takes place and the beautiful struggles that are endured in this work.  Outsiders often speak to the work which they know not of, and sadly, many flock to hear their fallacies.  It seems that everyone has something to say about the work and how it should improve.  Everyone has a platform to speak on what should happen and how this work can be better.  This group of "everyone" includes politicians, edu-celebrities, and edu-stars, all whom have often never spent a day in the classroom or truly connecting with this work outside of paving a way to benefit off the hard work of others.  I want to provide a space to hear from those who truly share a passion for the calling of being an educator and the work of educators, a space to sit back and chat about things that are important to educators, teachers, parents, students, and the community.  

What’s happening in education? How do students feel about what they are learning? What issues are important to parents and educators? EDU Lounge is a place for casual, authentic, unedited conversations around educational stories that matter most and allows those who are often least heard share their voices.    

This is my official launch, so welcome to the journey!  Enjoy the first two episodes included in this post.  Then, join me and my guest on iTunes or SoundCloud, and bring your friends!  



32 Comments
Karen Wood link
2/4/2018 08:16:51 am

Love love love this podcast! I love the authentic conversations, reality of education, and sound advice! Great job!

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Knikole Taylor
2/4/2018 04:07:09 pm

Thank you! I am having a ball learning from others including you.

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Brian Costello
2/4/2018 09:27:39 am

Knikole, this is fantastic, really enjoyed your first show! Keep the great content coming!

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Knikole Taylor
2/4/2018 04:07:37 pm

Thank you, Brian!

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Karen Barnes
2/4/2018 09:36:10 am

Congratulations! I’m super proud of you and this great platform created for educators. Thank you.

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Knikole Taylor
2/4/2018 04:08:34 pm

Thank you! It has been so fun to talk to others who love education as much as I do.

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Natalie
2/4/2018 10:20:39 am

How exciting! I can't wait to tune in for more. Papa was a perfect first...and second guest! Lol 🖤

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Knikole Taylor
2/4/2018 04:09:29 pm

Naaaat! Thank you! He did mandate another interview, huh? LOL!

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Tawni Haynes
2/4/2018 12:27:16 pm

Awesome Kniki!

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Knikole Taylor
2/4/2018 04:09:52 pm

Thank you, friend!

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Tammy Montel
2/4/2018 12:44:03 pm

Loved it 🙂 Great advice from Dad! Looking forward to the next podcast!

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Knikole Taylor
2/4/2018 04:11:52 pm

Thank you! He's still mentoring me. It's so great to have him as a sounding board. Look for something new biweekly. Thanks for listening!

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Jornea Erwin link
2/4/2018 01:12:06 pm

Wonderful podcast! So amazing that your first mentor, your dad kicked off the first episode! I enjoyed every minute of reflection, inspiration & laughs! Congratulations, so proud of you. :) #OVAcademy

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Knikole Taylor
2/4/2018 04:13:03 pm

Thanks, Jornea! I am so glad you enjoyed it. #OVAcademy planted this seed, and I feel so blessed to be connected to you and my #OVAcademy family.

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Tanesha Gant
2/4/2018 01:50:28 pm

What wisdom from your father! Love your podcast. You’re an inspiration! I love what he said about the treatment of educators. We have to respect each other.

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Knikole Taylor
2/4/2018 04:14:14 pm

Thank you, Tanesha! I feel so blessed to have a dad who has navigated this arena for 40 years. You are so right! Educators must be respected and supported.

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Valerie Lewis link
2/4/2018 03:17:11 pm

Great show Knikole! Your daddy is a riot but how awesome to have him as your first mentor in educationl!! Loved it and cannot wait forbthe next episode!

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Knikole Taylor
2/4/2018 04:15:48 pm

Thank you, Valerie! You're right, girl. He IS a riot and a blessing rolled up in one. Thank you for listening. Tune in biweekly for new content. I appreciate your support!

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Jodie Pierpoint link
2/4/2018 03:59:52 pm

Congrats on the podcast Knikole!!! #wmnleadedu

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Knikole Taylor
2/4/2018 04:16:29 pm

Thank you, Jodie!

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Regina Schaffer
2/4/2018 04:51:05 pm

I love love love your podcast! Your dad.....so much fun and loved hearing about how he inspired you...I'm adding this to my podcast rotation.

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Knikole Taylor
2/5/2018 07:52:33 pm

Thank you for listening, Regina! It's such a great feeling to have a mentor who truly wants nothing but the best for me and students.

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Rachelle Dene Poth
2/4/2018 06:15:07 pm

Love this , your dad is so funny. Really enjoyed listening to you and your dad, congratulations on your first podcast! Looking forward to hearing more !

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Knikole Taylor
2/5/2018 07:53:18 pm

Thank you for listening. I love my daddy. He's such a blessing.

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Michelle Williams
2/5/2018 07:13:19 am

Congratulations! I’m proud of you for continuing to walk in your dream. Love what you’re doing, authenticity. I’ll definitely keep coming back to listen!

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Knikole Taylor
2/5/2018 07:54:11 pm

Thank you for listening and for your support, Michelle! I appreciate you!

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Martine
2/6/2018 03:34:05 am

#reactup love this!

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Knikole Taylor
2/7/2018 04:15:46 pm

LOL! Thanks for listening, Martine.....so I guess that's a thing now, huh? We both knew exactly what he meant, though. We can either diffuse a situation or add gas to the fire.

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John W Washington
2/7/2018 03:32:29 pm

Great Podcast!! Enjoyed it and I know Mr. William Smith as well. You know both Mr. Smith and I are retired so your dad is younger than us. I retired with 40 years with a similar path as his from the classroom, mid-management, to central office. Great interview!!

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Knikole Taylor
2/7/2018 04:18:48 pm

Thank you so much for taking the time to listen and provide feedback. Mr. Smith is a great man, and he has poured into so many great educators just like you.

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Robyn Hartzell link
2/11/2018 12:30:27 pm

Loved this podcast! Can't wait to hear the next one!

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Knikole Taylor
3/8/2018 08:51:40 pm

Thank you! It's coming soon!

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