AI in Schools: Lessons from Choate on Keeping Education Human
What should schools teach when AI can do so much? Choate’s Jenny Elliott joins Sam Shapiro to share why friction, creativity, and human connection are more essential than ever.
The Poetry & Power of Self-Compassion As We Parent
A moving conversation with poet and parent educator Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer on the practice of self-compassion—why it’s vital for parents, how it shapes our children’s growth, and what the latest research reveals about its profound emotional and physical benefits.
Beyond the Backpack: Montessori Ideas for Summer
What if summer wasn’t just time off—but time well used? In this episode of Grounded and Soaring, Marin Montessori Head of School Sam Shapiro talks with Dr. Christina Carroll, an Elementary Guide and educational researcher, about how families can rethink the summer months as a powerful opportunity for curiosity-driven learning.
Adolescence, Decoded: What Netflix Gets Right About Teen Life
What can a Netflix drama teach us about the teenage years? In this conversation, we explore what Adolescence reveals—and what schools and parents can do better to support teens.
The Adolescent Brain: Risks, Rewards, and Resilience
What’s really happening inside the adolescent brain? Leading expert Laurence Steinberg joins Sam Shapiro, Head of Marin Montessori, to explore the science behind teenage risk-taking, learning, and resilience. Discover how Montessori education aligns with what research tells us about helping teens thrive.
Revolutionizing Education: Mastery, Montessori & What Works
Traditional education rewards compliance over curiosity—but what if we designed schools differently? Join Terry Dubow, Scott Looney, and Bill Sneed as they discuss mastery-based learning, Montessori’s vision, and the changing landscape of success in education.
Digital Natives: Parenting in a Connected World
How do we raise digital natives to navigate the online world with empathy, resilience, and self-awareness? In this episode of Grounded and Soaring, Sam Shapiro talks with Dr. Devorah Heitner about mentoring kids in a connected world. From setting boundaries to building trust and empathy, this conversation offers expert-backed strategies for parenting in a hyper-connected age.
Taming Holiday Frenzy: Parenting Tips That Work
Looking for expert parenting tips for the holidays? Get practical advice on managing routines, traveling with young kids, creating meaningful holiday activities, and navigating family gatherings with ease—all while reducing holiday stress through Montessori-inspired strategies.
Beyond Us vs Them: Teaching Kids to Build Bridges, Not Walls
How can parents raise kids who listen with empathy, think critically, and engage in respectful dialogue—even when faced with opposing views? In this episode of Grounded and Soaring, host Terry Dubow talks with educators Minnie Wales and Bill Sneed about fostering compassion, teaching respectful disagreement, and balancing family values with independent thinking.
Grateful Families: Lessons from Japanese Psychology for Everyday Life
In this Thanksgiving-inspired episode, Sam Shapiro and Naikan expert Greg Kretsch explore how parents can cultivate a family culture of gratitude. Learn practical reflection techniques to counter negativity, strengthen relationships, and foster appreciation in daily life.
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