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ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie

Carrie Casey and Kate Woodward Young
Early Childhood Education
Playground
Child Care Industry
Staffing
Enrollment
Center IQ
Leadership
Staff Training
Child Care
Advocacy
Staff Appreciation
Decision Making
Staff Retention
Mentorship
Conferences
Child Care Centers
Child Care Business Growth
Home-Based Child Care
Tulsa, United States
Women In Leadership

Kate and Carrie have over 62 years in the childcare business industry and bring that background to their conversations. Having worked with over 5000 childcare programs across the country in the last 30 years together they are a fun and powerful team - ready to help you tackle your problems with practical solutions.

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Ever wonder what lifeguarding has to do with running a child care program? Turns out — a lot! In this episode of Childcare Conversations, Kate shares how becoming a lifeguard at 15 shaped everything she believes about training, prep... more

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In this episode of Childcare Conversations, we chat with Robert Rodriguez, co-owner of Texas Christian Preschool in Brownsville, Texas. Robert shares how his mom founded the business back in 1981, and how he brought his corporate re... more

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This episode of Childcare Conversations is such a good one! Kate sits down with Annette Eberhart, a 19-year family childcare veteran from Florida, to talk about something we all need to hear: self-care and wellness for early childho... more

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In this episode of Childcare Conversations, Kate sits down with Tom Melhorn, president of North Star School Supply, for a really refreshing chat about something every childcare owner deals with: supplies and equipment. Tom shares ho... more

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Recent Guests

Jamie Selig
Director of Sales and operations at Perfect Day Live
Perfect Day Live
Episode: 355: The Greatest Tool for Building Parent Trust in Early Childhood Education with Jamie Selig
Crystal Johnson
Recruiting expert for early childhood education
Hire Up Recruiting
Episode: 354: Struggling to Find and Keep Great Early Childhood Staff? Here’s What You Need to Know with Crystal Johnston
Beth Heyer
Founder of Babysitting Connection
Babysitting Connection
Episode: 353: Want Happier Staff and Happier Parents? Here’s How Babysitting Connection Makes It Happen with Beth Heyer
Kate Woodward Young
Host of ChildCare Conversations (guest on this episode)
ChildCare Conversations
Episode: 352: Pod Swap with The Early Years Exchange with Dr. Jason Lody: Leadership Stability and Capacity
Alisha Kriege
Outdoor learning environments specialist
Harmony Park / Free Notes Harmony Park
Episode: 351: Do You Really Need a Playscape to Create an Amazing Outdoor Space? With Alisha
Debbie Clement
Musicologist and author/illustrator focused on music for young children
Independent musician and author/illustrator
Episode: 349: Can Music Really Transform Early Childhood Learning and Behavior? With Debbie Clement
Prerna Richards
Guest expert on coaching and mindset in early childhood education
Behavior Coaching Academy
Episode: 347: The Most Effective Mindset Shifts for Coaching Challenging Early Childhood Teams With Prerna Richards
Jonathan Pearce
Voice of Louisiana childcare at a national level; guest discussing growing up in childcare and advocacy.
Louisiana Child Care Association (as discussed)
Episode: 343: What’s It Like Growing Up Literally Inside a Childcare Center? With Jonathan Pearce
Ronnae Williams
Former licensing consultant for the state of Georgia
State licensing
Episode: 341: The Greatest Secrets from a Former State Licensing Consultant With Ronnae Williams

Hosts

Kate
Host of the show; co‑host who leads conversations and guides interviews; engages guests and shares experiences in childcare leadership.
Carrie
Co-host who guides the discussion, shares experiences, and supports guests; focuses on leadership and practical implementation in childcare settings.

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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 show consistently highlights staff retention, leadership, and operational best practices for directors.
People appreciate the focus on licensing, funding, and enrollment as core program levers.
Listeners praise actionable, real-world guidance for running childcare centers.
Guests and hosts balance humor with practical strategies, making episodes engaging and informative.
Audience finds the content inspiring and helpful for launching new centers or improving existing ones.

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354: Struggling to Find and Keep Great Early Childhood Staff? Here’s What You Need to Know with Crystal Johnston
Q: What tips could you give centers today to improve staffing quickly?
Text candidates instead of relying on emails or calls, leverage existing platform features for SMS outreach, and consider outsourcing the most time-consuming recruiting tasks to free up leaders for core responsibilities.
354: Struggling to Find and Keep Great Early Childhood Staff? Here’s What You Need to Know with Crystal Johnston
Q: What does recruiting in early childcare look like compared to substitutes or staffing agencies?
Crystal explains that while Indeed drives volume, there is a lot of inefficiency with providers spending time on unqualified candidates; her approach replaces overlap with Indeed, saves directors' time, and focuses on finding true fits through a structured intake and ongoing collaboration.
353: Want Happier Staff and Happier Parents? Here’s How Babysitting Connection Makes It Happen with Beth Heyer
Q: Is franchising part of your plan, and how scalable is the model?
I do not franchise or license; I own all current locations and plan to expand organically while helping other women start their own agencies through a replicated model, not a franchise with royalties.
353: Want Happier Staff and Happier Parents? Here’s How Babysitting Connection Makes It Happen with Beth Heyer
Q: How does the matching and scheduling actually work for families and centers?
Families see a targeted pool based on location, ages, and pet considerations, while sitters set their availability; the system broadcasts substitute options quickly when a sitter is unavailable, maintaining a high fill rate.
353: Want Happier Staff and Happier Parents? Here’s How Babysitting Connection Makes It Happen with Beth Heyer
Q: How did you come up with the Babysitting Connection concept and what makes it different from existing options?
I built it to balance the needs of families and sitters, creating a trusted space with vetted caregivers, a simple monthly membership, and software that matches availability and needs to reduce friction in scheduling.

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

Practical, practitioner-focused discussions for childcare operators and educators, with a strong emphasis on navigating licensing, funding, enrollment, and staff leadership. Episodes frequently feature seasoned operators, policy advocates, and industry tech providers who share actionable tips—from state regulatory insights and universal childcare funding to financing expansions, campus brand-building, and enrollment optimization. The format blends real-world stories with step-by-step guidance, checklists, and proven frameworks that directors and owners can apply immediately. A standout trait is the hosts' emphasis on hands-on leadership, staff development, and community partnerships, helping listeners translate complex challenges into doabl... more

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4. Kate Woodward Young
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