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That Early Childhood Nerd

Explorations Early Learning
Early Childhood Education
Child Development
Preschool Segregation
Evidence-Based Education
Research Methodology
Joy
Swings
Play
Curriculum Development
Children's Interests
Quality Metrics In Education
Racial Identity
Poverty
Social-Emotional Learning
Patience
Encouragement Every Day
Loose Parts
Social Skills
Slow Knowledge
Early Childhood Development

Each week host Heather Bernt-Santy and a member of the ECE Nerd Collective share and discuss a quote with a focus on effecting change in the early learning world.

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Latest Episodes

Elliot Haspel’s newest book, Raising a Nation: 10 Reasons Every American Has a Stake in Child Care for All makes a powerful case that ensuring child care for every family who wants or needs access benefits each of us. Listen to host Heather Bernt-San... more

NAEYC’s Code of Ethical Conduct says, “Above all, we shall not harm children. We shall

not participate in practices that are emotionally damaging, physically harmful, disrespectful, degrading,

dangerous, exploitative, or intimidating to children.” more

Author, educator and community organizer Dr. Megan Madison joins host Heather Bernt-Santy to talk about her First Conversations children’s book series, children’s developing sense of justice and fairness, book bans, and more. This conversation will l... more

It’s time for the second installment of Free the Teachers!

In this episode, Heather Bernt-Santy is joined by Richard Cohen, Carol Garboden Murray, Stacy Benge, and Tiffany Pearsall to talk through the ways we can be free of traditional calendar, cir... more

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Recent Guests

Elliot Haspel
Author and expert in family policy specializing in child care and early education
Think tank (specific name not mentioned)
Episode: NERD_0384 Child Care for All: Author Elliot Haspel
Dr. Megan Pamela Ruth Madison
A black, queer, neuro-expansive early childhood educator and author
First Conversations Books
Episode: NERD_0382 Supporting Children’s Sense of Justice with Dr. Megan Madison
Amy Reyes-Hauff
State Early Learning and Early Literacy Specialist with the Wyoming Department of Education and former kindergarten teacher and Head Start Director.
Wyoming Department of Education
Episode: NERD_0380 Scrap Circle Time with Amy Reyes-Hauff
Ebba Theorell
Lecturer at the University of Stockholm and author of the article on Kinesthetic Musicality and War Play
University of Stockholm
Episode: NERD_0379 A New Way of Looking at Children’s War Play with Ebba Theorell
Mike Huber
Author of multiple works including Embracing Rough and Tumble Play
Episode: NERD_0379 A New Way of Looking at Children’s War Play with Ebba Theorell
Nikki Darling-Kuria
A family child care provider with extensive experience in trauma-informed education practices.
Think Small
Episode: NERD_0375 Trauma Informed Practices with Nikki Darling-Kuria
Dan Wuori
Education policy expert with over 30 years of experience in early childhood
Early Childhood Policy Solutions
Episode: NERD_0374 The Daycare Myth with Dan Wuori
Amy Chiu
An educator with 18 years of experience in early childhood education, currently a part-time school administrator and consultant.
Episode: NERD_0372 Rhythms Over Routines with Amy Chiu
Amanda Morgan
Author of "Not Just Cute: How Powerful Play Drives Development in Early Childhood" and advocate for play-based learning.
Not Just Cute
Episode: NERD_0371 Powerful Play with Amanda Morgan

Host

Heather Bernt-Santy
Host focused on early childhood education, dedicated to reform and sharing insights from experts in the field.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • Fun relatable informative content

    Wow! I love this podcast. Heather and her guests are continually creating an atmosphere of great learning and fun. Almost makes you feel like you’re sitting with them. I recently started listening and now I get to go back and listen to old episodes (click next episode) I’m also excited to have ordered her book and am really looking forward to reading it. Thank you Heather and everyone who makes a difference in my life so I can make a difference in others

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    descjiyscbj
    Canada2 months ago
  • Great for early childhood people!

    I love listening to this podcast and look forward to each episode! I learn a lot and have fun listening too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    karynjv
    United Statesa year ago
  • These Nerds Know Their Stuff

    The Early Childhood Nerd, Heather, and her friends read the research and have the best interest of children Birth to 8 (really all) at heart. The information isn’t just an opinion, it’s based is carefully researched information about best practice in the care of children during early childhood. This isn’t the podcast for those of you looking for cutesy crafts, but those who want to care for children the best way possible….pay heed to these nerds!

    Mary Anne, ECE FROM Nebraska

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ommax3
    United Statesa year ago
  • ECE Heaven!

    If you’re an early childhood professional, this is the podcast (and videocast) you’re gonna love! Heather is a great, insightful facilitator, with always interesting and relevant guests to discuss the challenges and successes of working with young children and their families. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zen and ECE
    United Statesa year ago
  • Who Gets to Decide

    I appreciate this episode so much. I am hoping to do doctoral work on this topic, and was so gratified to hear you talking about it. You articulated the issues so well, it really pushed my thinking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stacey_vl
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the engaging and insightful discussions that connect research to real-world applications in early childhood education.
Some listeners noted that while the content is valuable, there was room for improvement in audio quality.
Listeners emphasize the importance of the topics discussed, particularly the focus on trauma-informed practices and play-based learning.
The podcast provides a supportive community feel, often appreciated for its blend of humor with serious educational discourse.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

NERD_0382 Supporting Children’s Sense of Justice with Dr. Megan Madison
Q: Do you have stories of hope that have come from these books or your conversations with people?
Dr. Madison shares stories about young children engaging in meaningful conversations about social issues, showing their emotional responses and creative solutions.
NERD_0379 A New Way of Looking at Children’s War Play with Ebba Theorell
Q: Could you explain how kinesthetic musicality relates to children's war play?
Kinesthetic musicality involves exploring the world through embodied movements, which is prevalent in children's war play, showing their sensitivity and creativity.
NERD_0349 The Academic Pushdown Harms Children AND Teachers
Q: How does the academic pushdown impact the legitimacy of early childhood educators?
Educators feel they must adopt elementary school models to be deemed legitimate, losing respect for their developmental expertise.
NERD_0349 The Academic Pushdown Harms Children AND Teachers
Q: What are the main issues identified in your white paper about the academic pushdown?
The main issues include the loss of play, its negative effects on children's mental health, and how these academic pressures burden educators.
NERD_0348 Ensuring Every Child Can Thrive with Kisa Marx and Emily Clark
Q: How are we putting families at such a disadvantage in this country?
Instead of providing support and resources, we focus on academic outputs for children, ignoring the systemic factors affecting their families.

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Focused on the nuances and complexities of early childhood education, the content extensively covers topics such as the significance of play, trauma-informed care, and innovative teaching practices. Regular discussions highlight both the challenges faced by educators and the vital role they play in shaping inclusive and supportive learning environments. Noteworthy elements include a commitment to evidence-based methodologies and a willingness to engage with contemporary social issues impacting early education, making it particularly valuable for practitioners, parents, and advocates in the field. Listeners can anticipate insightful conversations that challenge traditional approaches while affirming the importance of empathy and creativity i... more

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1. Elliot Haspel
2. Dr. Megan Pamela Ruth Madison
3. Amy Reyes-Hauff
4. Ebba Theorell
5. Mike Huber
6. Nikki Darling-Kuria
7. Dan Wuori
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