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My New Life

Lovevery

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The early years of a child’s life are the most important for their long-term development. Sometimes, the abundance of information out there can feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate. My New Life is here to support parents and help make sense of the science behind early learning. I’m Jessica Rolph, mother of three and CEO of Lovevery. With the help of experts from around the world, we break down all the child development science into usable nuggets of knowledge that you can put to the t ...
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Hello Longhorn

Texas Exes

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Did you know a Longhorn did that? Hello Longhorn is a weekly Texas Exes podcast introducing you to Longhorn entrepreneurs and business leaders. We want to know what they were like in college, what they do now, and why it matters. Hosted by Sara Light, you can listen to Hello Longhorn every Monday wherever you get your podcasts. Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Da ...
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The Toy Talk Guys Blog and Podcast is a collection of news and opinion stories about vintage (80s, 90s) toys, action figures, LEGO, video games, and many other categories. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-toy-talk-guys-podcast/support
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No Silly Questions- An Education Podcast for Parents

Danielle Freilich and Jordana Fruchter

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Welcome to No Silly Questions, with your hosts Danielle Freilich and Jordana Fruchter, two New York City educators, school leaders and friends. We were inspired to develop No Silly Questions, after noticing how often our friends were calling us with education-related questions for their kids! Asking us for our insight on everything from the different pedagogical approaches, to developmental milestones in the first few years of life, to navigating how to support their child’s learning needs - ...
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This week on Hello Longhorn, we are introducing you to Longhorn 100 winner and co-founder of Lovevery, Roderick Morris, BA, BBA '95. Their goal is to make parents feel confident. Lovevery’s comprehensive support system provides stage-based learning and play for children, and research-backed guidance that empowers parents. The company is best known …
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This week on Hello Longhorn, we're introducing Chris Seals, BA '96, Life Member, the CEO of Still Austin Whiskey Co. Find out how he went from an English major to an economist, to a very good whiskey maker. Still Austin is the first grain-to-glass distillery to open in Austin, Texas, since the end of Prohibition. Still Austin's award-winning whiske…
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This week on Hello Longhorn, we are introducing Sharon Dastur, BBA '92, a Longhorn Band and McCombs alum turned music executive known by Grammy-winning artists for having "platinum ears." Sharon now runs Dastur Venture and oversees everything from artist development to helping companies with sonic branding. In fact, the Hello Longhorn music was pro…
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This week on Hello Longhorn, we are introducing you Siddharth Thakur, the founder and CEO of Paradigm Robotics. Thakur will graduate from Cockrell School of Engineering in May. Listen to this week's episode to learn how he is working to save the lives of firefighters with his company. Paradigm Robotics builds next-generation robotic platform soluti…
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Blanca Lesmes, MBA '11, is the co-founder of BB Imaging and TeleScan—and a Longhorn 100 winner. Blanca is on a mission to end maternal mortality. BB Imaging offers full-service onsite support as well as telesonography® support through their proprietary FDA-cleared technology TeleScan®. BB Imaging serves patients in a variety of settings and circums…
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NEWS Quick Mentions: MATTEL- Street Sharks Wave 2 (LINK) MATTEL - Stranger Things Polly Pocket (LINK) Discussion Topics SDCC 2024: MEZCO - 5 Points Goonies Figure Set (LINK) SYNDICATE COLLECTIBLES - Ghoulies Statue (LINK) MONDO - The Real Ghostbusters Figures (LINK) LEGO - Nintendo Hits and Misses (ZELDA) (ANIMAL CROSSING) (MARIO KART) (MARIO) SURR…
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Chet Garner, BS ’03, Life Member is The Daytripper. Find out how he created a show that allows him to travel to “every corner of the Lone Star State.” Chet is the CEO of Hogaboom Road, a production company that tells the stories of Texas through it's Emmy-award winning travel show "The Daytripper" on every channel available. They also tell stories …
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Jeanette Ward, BA ’93, is the CEO of Texas Mutual. Texas Mutual was Jeanette's first job out of college. Learn how Jeanette climbed the ranks from assistant to CEO. Texas Mutual Insurance Company is the state's leading workers' compensation provider. They insure 42% of the Texas workers' compensation market, which means that more than 72,000 busine…
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Zach Zeller, BS ’06, Life Member, is the co-founder and president of ScriptCo Pharmacy. Zeller ran mid and long distance as a student-athlete at The University of Texas. Find out how a cancer diagnosis inspired him to solve a problem in health care. ScriptCo is a high-tech mail-order pharmacy selling generic medications at cost with ZERO markup. Th…
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Alex Danza, MPA ’96, BBA ’96, Life Member, is the founder and CEO of Vonlane. Alex Danza came to The University of Texas from Staten Island, New York. Find out why he started Vonlane, the initial struggles, and who the very first passengers were. Created to counter the disappointing service of airlines and the stress of driving yourself on the high…
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Launching August 19! Did you know a Longhorn did that? Hello Longhorn is a weekly Texas Exes podcast introducing you to Longhorn entrepreneurs and business leaders. We want to know what they were like in college, what they do now, and why it matters. Hosted by Sara Light, you can listen to Hello Longhorn every Monday wherever you get your podcasts.…
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NEWS Quick Mentions: LEGO - Desert Skiff & Sarlacc Pit (includes Nien Nunb) NECA - Murder She Wrote Jessica Fletcher Discussion Topics LEGO - Jaws LEGO Set PLAYMATES - TMNT Technodrome Playset Reissue / Reissued List Toy Investing - Amiibo | Nintendo LITTLE TIKES - Cozy Coupe/Truck Investment COLLECTION UPDATES Strick - Cleaning up and combining th…
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Did you know that if you look at high-school GPA’s, the top 10% is 2/3rds female and the bottom 10% is 2/3rds male? That there are twice as many women flying fighter planes as there are men teaching kindergarten? For years there has been a focus on opening access and opportunities for girls, but now experts are saying our boys are in trouble. Our g…
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Artificial Intelligence - just the sound of it transports us to a sci-fi movie. But of course, this is no longer a fiction or a future possibility. We see AI already revolutionizing countless sectors and industries, and it’s coming for education- its impact is imminent, if not already in motion. We’re dying to know if this is a story with a happy e…
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When a parent walks into a toy store, they are looking for toys that will endure and keep their children engaged. And, yet how many times have we walked out with a light-up, siren-blaring hunk of plastic. If you’re a new parent, we bet you’ve heard of Lovevery, the child development company conceived by our guest today Jessica Rolph. With playkits …
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In these highly tense and polarized times of geopolitical and domestic turmoil, and with the presidential election a few months away, you better believe we’ve wanted to do an episode for you on civics education. And while it’s our first on the topic, it won’t be our last. Safe spaces, trigger warnings, viewpoint diversity or lack thereof, performan…
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NEWS Quick Mentions: LEGO – LEGO Wicked Announced HASBRO/PLAYMATES - Entering Partnership Producing Power Rangers Toys MCFARLAND - 40-Year-Old-Virgin Movie Maniacs Discussion Topics Fat Brain Toys - Air Toobz / Toys on the Square HASBRO - My Little Pony Makeup Collection Husqvarna - Toy Lawn Equipment SUPER7- Sesame Street ReAction Figures Wave 2 C…
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“Bright Kids who Couldn’t Care Less” is the title of our guest Ellen Braaten’s most recent book. And it’s a trend she’s found in her renowned private practice as a clinician. So why do some kids care and others don’t? In our conversation with Ellen we get into childhood motivation, how it all works, and what’s a parent to do when their kid is being…
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The 'awayness' of sleepaway camp is, as our guest today shares, precisely what makes it so valuable - today more than ever. But how specifically is it a ripe opportunity for growth? Is sleepaway camp for everyone? Our guest Dr. Tracy Benner - who we're calling the Camp Dr. Becky- tells us everything we need to know as we consider this decision for …
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Math is all around us. When it comes to teaching it, the challenge lies not in creating the opportunities, but in recognizing them. Counting grapes while they disappear is a fun one! Around the age of 4, a child’s mathematical knowledge takes a big leap forward. They go from counting and recognizing numbers, to understanding 1:1 correspondence and …
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Welcome to an episode of NSQ Parents Unplugged- where we hear from parents and professionals about their experiences with school and the educational choices they're making for their families. In honor of Mother’s Day, we’re thrilled to be joined by three esteemed guests- Lily Walla, Loren Klein, and Lizza Assa- three amazing mamas who all work in t…
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The Montessori method is rooted in the idea that children can—and should—be empowered to do things on their own. On this episode of My New Life, we consider handwriting through a Montessori lens. But how much independence can we truly expect from a child who is forming words on paper for the first time? You may be surprised to learn that a toddler …
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Even if your 3-year-old can recite their ABCs like a pro, they’ll need to learn that spoken words are made up of individual sounds to succeed at reading. Hands-on activities that build this kind of phonemic awareness — and reinforce the connection between letter sounds and letter shapes — are the best way to teach them what they need to know. As wi…
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I truly believe that my 10th grade teacher, Dr.Joshua Gaylord, changed the trajectory of my academic future. He taught writing class and it’s a skill I use and rely on every single day, from writing a work email, to a birthday card, to even this introduction. We all rely on our ability to write - so, it’s understandable that we would want our kids …
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As our 15 year college reunions approach, we can still vividly remember how much we dreaded studying for the SATs and the stress we felt waiting for our college acceptances. But will this be the same for our kids? Today, we bring on Michael B. Horn to help us understand what’s changed since our day- what’s stayed the same- and how we can get better…
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QUICK MENTIONS NACELLE - Cowboys of Moo Mesa Figures (LINK) April Fools - Can We Stop? (LINK) DISCUSSION TOPICS MATTEL - Street Sharks Return (LINK) LEGO - Mario Kart 2025 (LINK) MEZCO - Talking Beetlejuice Figure (LINK) New Movie (LINK) - Old Kenner Toy Line (LINK) HASBRO - X-Men ‘97 Action Figures (LINK) COLLECTION UPDATES Strick: Matchbox Skybus…
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Preschool - and early childhood learning - plays an essential role in the lives of many parents and children. Working parents rely on preschool, and research shows that a HIGH QUALITY preschool program can have a lasting positive impact on the life of a child. According to the NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION, providing a high quality education for c…
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If you’re a parent whose child’s birthday falls within a few weeks - or in some cases a few months - of the cutoff date, perhaps you’ve thought about whether you should delay your child’s entry to Kindergarten so they can be one of the oldest in the class - a practice known as redshirting. Depending on where you live and what school choices you hav…
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Empathy can be a puzzling concept for a young child. They often need adults to model it for them. When reading stories or playing with the wooden peg people together, ask your child: “How do you think that person is feeling right now? How can you tell? How would you feel in his place?” Encourage your child to notice the clues in their environment a…
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In the ever more competitive race to secure the best possible future, today’s students face unprecedented pressure to succeed. Our guest today- award-winning reporter Jennifer. B Wallace- investigates the deep roots of toxic achievement culture in her book “Never Enough”- and finds out what we must do to fight back. If you find your schedule jam-pa…
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Have you ever played “hot/cold” with your child? It’s good for a laugh, particularly when a child can’t find something in plain sight. But it’s also great at teaching young children flexible thinking, or the ability to adapt to change. As they are searching for the lost item, they are listening to directions and staying flexible when they have to c…
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Our guest today was one of Time Magazine's most influential people in 2022- so maybe you’ve heard of her? Or perhaps, the name sounds familiar because you were recommended her first book “Expecting Better” over and over again when you were pregnant? We’re excited to bring Emily Oster to No Silly Questions today. Applying her training in economics t…
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Success in life — that looks different for everyone. But skills like persistence, managing frustration and emotional regulation tend to scaffold that success, no matter what the end result looks like. These skills are all part of what scientists call executive function, something we’re focusing on this season. We like to talk about executive functi…
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Executive functioning skills are important, because they help us achieve our goals. Children with strong executive functioning skills have the focus, patience, flexibility and resilience to succeed in—and out—of school. While children continue to develop these skills into adolescence, research shows they surge at 4 years old. And they can be really…
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NEWS Quick Mentions: MEZCO - Childs Play 2 Talking Chucky on Sale (LINK) LEGO - Medieval Town Square (LINK) Discussion Topics HASBRO - Farewell to Power Rangers LC (LINK) BRIO - Trains (LINK) MATTEL - MOTU Eternia Playset Issues (LINK) DISNEY - Doorables (LINK | LINK) COLLECTION UPDATES Strick: DUPLO Cargo Train (LINK) Motyl: EMERSON - DVD/VCR Comb…
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Today’s question is truly “not so silly.” In fact, it’s one of the most serious questions we’ve ever asked and answered on this podcast- “what is happening with antisemitism on college campuses?” Schools are meant to provide an education and a safe space for students to exchange ideas, and expand and challenge their thinking. You’re supposed to lea…
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NEWS Quick Mentions: NECA - “Thanksgiving” John Carver Figures (LINK) LEGO - Fortnite (LINK) Discussion Topics MCDONALDS - New McNugget Buddies (LINK)(LINK) LEGO - Animal Crossing (LINK) HESS TOY TRUCK - 2023 Hess Truck (LINK) LIONEL - Holiday Thomas (LINK) TOP 10 HOLIDAY TOY LIST: 1.) JUST PLAY - Sesame Street Elmo Slide (LINK) 2.) TARGET - Toy Sh…
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Our guest today is a mother of four children, ages 5 to 17. She knows well how the demands of parenting can run you into the ground. She made the choice to step off the “struggle bus of overwhelm” — as she calls it — but it was a move that took time, and conscious effort. The secret? Establishing clear boundaries. And choosing not to identify with …
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Why can change be so unsettling for our toddlers? I mean, change up the snack crackers and you may have a major crisis on your hands. On this episode of My New Life, Jessical Rolph hosts Lael Stone, author of “Raising Resilient and Compassionate Children”. Never is our resilience put to the test more so than in the face of change. If you and your f…
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For the most part, limits provide a framework that helps everyone move through the day more fluidly, and with less friction. But on this episode of My New Life, we discuss limiting beliefs — beliefs that interfere with our own wellbeing and that of our family. A big one is the notion that we can “have it all”. For parents who work outside the home,…
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We welcome Dr. Billy Garvey to this episode of My New Life. He runs a clinic in Melbourne, Australia, that helps parents focus on their children’s strengths, and move through some of their challenges. The clinic has a 3-year waitlist and after listening to this episode, you’ll understand why: Dr. Billy is really good at helping caregivers and child…
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Bickering, fighting, jealousy, constant comparison and competition — sibling rivalry can be exhausting. Here to help us reduce the conflict between our children is parent educator, Kristin Mariella. Her approach is to hold the limits, while welcoming the waves of emotion. You can find more from Kristin Mariella @respectfulmom. Takeaways: Hold your …
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NEWS Quick Mentions: MCDONALDS - New Boo Buckets (LINK) Discussion Topics LEGO - Halloween Fun VIP Add On Pack (LINK) TRICK/TREAT STUDIOS - Goosebumps Figs (LINK) Rugrats Reptar Adult Costume (LINK) SUPER7 - Willy Wonka (LINK) and Halloween Megazord ReAction (LINK) COLLECTION UPDATES Strick: Costumes / Holiday Purchase Planning Motyl: Dollman vs De…
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There are lots of parenting experts talking about choosing connection over discipline, but today’s guest on My New Life has a fresh take on limit-setting: She compares bad behavior to a smoke alarm going off. Punishment is like taking a hose and pointing it at the alarm. If the pressure is great enough, the alarm will stop. But we still don’t know …
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Welcome to a special episode of No Silly Questions: Educators Unplugged. Today we’re thrilled to be joined by two well-known guests who are both experienced literacy educators and who use their social media platforms to help parents and teachers support children in building their literacy skills.توسط Danielle Freilich and Jordana Fruchter
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Welcome to an episode of NSQ Parents Unplugged- where we hear from parents and professionals about their experiences with school and the educational choices they're making for their families. Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by three esteemed guests who all work in the news media space for a discussion about how we expose our kids to current even…
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Welcome to an episode of NSQ Parents Unplugged- where we hear from parents and professionals about their experiences with school and the educational choices they're making for their families. Today we are joined by a panel of “Parents in The Arts” - parents who work in both the visual and performing arts. In this discussion, we hear how our panelis…
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Welcome to an episode of NSQ Parents Unplugged- where we hear from parents and professionals about their experiences with school and the educational choices they're making for their families. Today, we’re going to be putting on our own oxygen masks, so to speak- and shifting focus from the kids back to the grownups. Because we know that our ability…
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For any parent, the decision of who will care for their child is an intimate one, and a conversation we began last episode with author Erica Komisar. There are different childcare paths to explore, and today, we’ll be diving into the world of daycare, and how Vivi founder Ben Newton is on a mission to reimagine its potential. More on Ben Newton: Be…
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Our guest today, Erica Komisar certainly thinks so. She believes that mothers in particular should spend significant time being present with their children in the first three years of life - quitting their jobs if necessary. To say that this topic is complex is an understatement, and it may lead to strong feelings on both sides of the conversation.…
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