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Early Childhood Education
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Leadership
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Child Care Industry
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Co-Regulation
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Women In Leadership
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Childcare Conversations was founded by cousins Kate Woodward Young, M.Ed., PCC, and Carrie Casey, MBA, to create practical, honest conversations about the real business and leadership challenges facing early childhood professionals.Today, the podcast is hosted by Kate Woodward Young and features childcare owners, directors, experts, and industry leaders talking about leadership, staffing, enrollme... more

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What happens when you find a preschool franchise that actually fits your educational philosophy and business goals? Amber Stravlo shares how choosing Ivybrook Academy helped her grow enrollment from 40 to 162 children in one year wh... more

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What if the stress and overwhelm you’re carrying isn’t just stress but unresolved grief? Grief recovery specialist Vickie Hagedorn joins Kate for a powerful conversation about how grief can show up far beyond death or divorce, espec... more

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What does co-regulation really look like when a classroom is chaotic, and everyone is overwhelmed? Kate Woodward Young talks with Camille from Strengthen Hands about self-regulation, emotional development, behavior support, and soci... more

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What if your next growth move isn’t another childcare location—but a whole new business model? Krisana Puccio shares how Pineapple School grew from one bilingual, family-centered child care program into a three-campus operation with... more

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Recent Guests

Amber Stravlo
Franchise owner involved with Ivybrook Academy; guest on the episode discussing franchising and program expansion
Ivybrook Academy
Episode: 384: What Most Preschool Owners Miss When Choosing a Franchise Model With Amber Stravlo
Camille Henry
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Author, Books for Children
Episode: 382: Why Co-Regulation Works Better Than Self-Care Buzzwords With Cameile Henry
Krisana Puccio
Franchise founder of Pineapple School
Pineapple School
Episode: 381: The 12-Month Process Behind Turning a Childcare School Into a Franchise With Krisana Puccio
Mary Hornbeck
Child care leader sharing landlord and lease lessons
Episode: 380: The Lease Negotiation Lessons That Saved a Childcare Business With Mary Hornbeck
Tiffany Mason
Networking expert and podcasting/consulting professional
Episode: 379: The 15-Second Pitch That Gets People to Remember You With Tiffany Mason
Erica Saccoccio
Leadership/education professional discussed in episode
Episode: 378: The Hidden Cost of Not Investing in Your Best Teachers With Erica Saccoccio
Dr. Jason Lody
Guest, founder/leader of Aventus
Aventus
Episode: 377: How One Childcare Operator Scaled to 21 Schools Without the Tech Chaos With Dr. Jason Lody
Stephanie Corley
Educator and advocate for early intervention and exceptionalities
Corley Discovery Institute / adjunct professor
Episode: 375: 3 Questions That Reveal What a Child Really Needs With Stephanie Corley
Jessica Van Hoose
CEO of The Nest Schools
The Nest Schools
Episode: 373: 5 Ways Early Educators Can Lead With Confidence and Clarity with Jessica Van Hoose

Hosts

Kate Woodward Young
Host of the show; extensive background in childcare leadership and education.
Carrie Bidman
Co-host of the show; provides industry context and audience-focused questions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Childcare can be tough. This podcast guides you on your route towards success with humor and wise, clear advice.

    Audible
    5
    R. J. Brace
    United States2 years ago
  • Wisdom and humor

    Childcare can be tough. This podcast guides you on your route towards success with humor and wise, clear advice.

    Audible
    5
    R. J. Brace
    United States2 years ago
  • Keeping it inspiring

    I loved being a guest on Childcare Conversations with Kate and Carrie! Their thoughtful questions and passion for helping childcare professionals shine made the experience so enjoyable. The podcast is a must-listen for anyone in the industry looking for inspiration and actionable insights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chelsea Reue
    United States2 years ago
  • Your answers here

    Seek Kate and Carrie for wisdom for those weird situations that only occur in the childcare field. Seek out their knowledge for the common little problems that happen almost everyday. Listen to their personal stories and benefit from their guidance—they will help you on this crazy path and even make you laugh!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bracerj
    United States2 years ago
  • so helpful

    I love listening to these ladies! So much helpful information about running a center.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ujgccrdxb
    United States2 years ago

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The podcast balances practical tips with engaging, sometimes lighthearted, banter that keeps topics accessible.
Listeners praise actionable guidance on staffing, enrollment, and center management.
Thoughtful, approachable Q&As that translate to real-world childcare operations.
Strong value for operators looking to implement data-driven decisions and scalable marketing.

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Talking Points

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373: 5 Ways Early Educators Can Lead With Confidence and Clarity with Jessica Van Hoose
Q: How did you end up at The Nest Schools and what was your path into leadership?
Jessica explains that she followed a non-traditional route, leveraging personal branding, networking, and a willingness to step into leadership roles rather than taking a conventional headhunter path, which helped her land the CEO position at The Nest.
371: Finding Your Fire in Early Childhood Education with LaTroya of The Preschool Posse
Q: Tell us about how you got into child care and what led you to start The Preschool Posse.
LaTroya shares a long history in the industry, explains burnout as a real pressure point, and describes starting The Preschool Posse to prevent educators from losing their fire by providing access to mentors and practical resources.
370: Game-Changers for Managing Staff Training and Compliance in Childcare with Cindy Morgan
Q: What is the biggest benefit of putting all staff records into OnePlace?
A customizable notification system that reminds managers and staff before expirations, helping ensure timely renewals and reducing risk of non-compliance, alongside a centralized dashboard for monitoring training status across staff.
381: The 12-Month Process Behind Turning a Childcare School Into a Franchise With Krisana Puccio
Q: What prompted you to explore franchising after successful growth with three Pineapple School locations?
We faced long waiting lists and the challenge of staying connected with families across multiple locations, so franchising offered a way to grow with like-minded partners while preserving our family-centered culture.
377: How One Childcare Operator Scaled to 21 Schools Without the Tech Chaos With Dr. Jason Lody
Q: What was the major tech issue you faced and how did you resolve it across so many sites?
The biggest challenge was unifying disparate systems (CRM, student information, and communications) into a single, cloud-based platform; we resolved it by adopting Playground as a one-stop system and standardizing processes across all sites.

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What is ChildCare Conversations about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers childcare program leadership with practical, battle-tested guidance for operators, directors, and owners. Episodes consistently explore staffing, enrollment optimization, governance, and operational efficiency through real-world case studies, guest experts, and hands-on frameworks. Listeners often seek actionable strategies to improve space planning, staffing, marketing, and family engagement, all framed around a people-first approach and data-driven decision making. A notable strength is how hosts translate complex topics into approachable, implementable steps, making it valuable for both emerging leaders and seasoned administrators. The format often features industry experts, educators, and service providers offering con... more

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1. The Child Care Directors Chair Podcast
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Recent guests on ChildCare Conversations include:

1. Amber Stravlo
2. Camille Henry
3. Krisana Puccio
4. Mary Hornbeck
5. Tiffany Mason
6. Erica Saccoccio
7. Dr. Jason Lody
8. Stephanie Corley

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