Find Your Grind Podcast

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Season 3: Find Your Grind team members sit down and get the raw opinion from educators, principals and education professionals on all things that contribute to more future ready educators, future ready students and future ready schools. Seasons 1+2: People are told every day that their unique passion can't be a job. We disagree. The Find Your Grind podcast explores the ever-evolving possibilities from lifestyles to career. Entrepreneurs and cultural influencers. Artists and musicians. Mavericks and misfits. Each week, the Find Your Grind founders speak with guests about the first 10% of their personal journey, decisions that led them where they are today, and how they build their ideas from finding their grind.

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March 28, 2025Episode 2518 min

Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Michelle Capasso & Peter Sukhoo

In a recent fireside chat, founder Nick Gross sat down with Michelle Capasso and Peter Sukhoo, Assistant Principal and Career Development Teacher from New York, and highlighted how Find Your Grind is helping students explore passions, develop confidence, and prepare for life beyond the classroom. This conversation wasn't just theoretical. Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory School is putting these ideas into action with measurable success. Students have successfully completed Find Your Grind's 9-unit career development curriculum, aligning with CDOS (Career Development and Occupational Studies) standards for graduation. This initiative is about more than careers, it's about empowering students to shape their futures with purpose and clarity.

March 14, 2025Episode 248 min

Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Scott Kerwien

Scott Kerwien, Head of Student Success at Spokane Public Schools, joins Find Your Grind for a discussion on how education is adapting to better serve students in today's fast-changing world. With traditional career readiness models becoming outdated, schools are seeking new ways to empower students to explore their options, develop real-world skills, and prepare for a future that excites them. Scott shares his perspective on this shift toward personalized career exploration and how Find Your Grind is playing a key role in this transformation. By providing students with engaging, self-guided experiences that highlight diverse career opportunities and lifestyle choices, the platform helps students move beyond a predefined path and toward a future that truly aligns with their values, strengths, and aspirations.

February 19, 2025Episode 2323 min

Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Margaret Pearlman

In an inspiring discussion, Find Your Grind connected with Margaret Pearlman, CTE Central District Resource Teacher, to explore how Hawaii is preparing students for success beyond the classroom. Margaret shares the transformative impact of Find Your Grind's curriculum, emphasizing how it helps students explore their interests, build confidence, and develop career-aligned skills. With a focus on personalized learning, real-world experiences, and purpose-driven education, Hawaii's model offers a glimpse into the future of student success.

February 4, 2025Episode 2231 min

Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Dr. Peter B. Licata

Find Your Grind CEO Nick Gross recently met with Dr. Peter Licata, former Superintendent of Broward County Schools, for this engaging Fireside Chat. Dr. Licata shared his thoughts on the role of personalized education in shaping future-ready students, emphasizing the power of self-awareness and adaptability. From bold strategies to transformative initiatives, their conversation highlighted how schools can better prepare students for success in today's ever-changing world. This dialogue reaffirms our commitment to empowering the next generation with purposeful learning.

January 29, 2025Episode 2123 min

Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Brandon Langer

During a recent Fireside Chat, Brandon Langer, Director of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships from Pennsylvania, joined founder Nick Gross to dive into how Find Your Grind is transforming education. Together, they explored how the platform helps students align career choices with their dream lifestyles through self-awareness and adaptability. Brandon shared how Find Your Grind's personalized approach stands out and the pivotal role technology plays, from AI to micro-credentials, in preparing students for the future. These conversations remind us why guiding students toward exciting, purposeful futures is so important.

January 26, 2024Episode 2016 min

Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Angie Oberg "Truly Fostering Students' Authentic Love of Learning and Reading"

Angie Oberg, an educator from Minden, Nebraska, is a traveler, concert-goer, reader, thinker, and educator with over 30 years of experience. Her teaching journey evolved from traditional lectures to fostering critical thinking. She emphasizes process over results, encouraging students to ask questions and engage in group discussions. Angie's Back Shelf Library initiative boosted student engagement in reading, allowing them to choose from a diverse collection of young adult novels. Her classroom promotes student agency, growth, and a love for learning, emphasizing curiosity and exploration over data-driven metrics. As she nears retirement, Angie hopes more educators can provide students with personalized, nurturing learning experiences that inspire curiosity and self-discovery.

January 25, 2024Episode 2016 min

Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Valerie Green Thomas "Everyone has Genius & The Power of S2 (Synergy, Self-Awareness) in the Classroom"

Valerie began her career as a founder and Principal of an Independent Business school in rural Jamaica for underserved adolescents. Her thirst for an awareness of the structures and systems in public education led her to high school teaching at two of Jamaica's most prestigious schools. The thirst further led her to become an international teacher in South Bronx; a community that is economically and academically challenged. Valerie holds a Diploma in Teaching, a Bachelor of Education from the College of Arts Science and Technology; two Master Degrees in Special Education and Middle School Science from City College and a certification in Education Leadership from College of Saint Rose. She believes that education is the backbone of any great nation, and is passionate about education reform for all citizens; Valerie is confident that a good education will never decay.

November 30, 2023Episode 1925 min

Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Dr. Rudy Crew "Choosing to Be"

Dr. Rudy Crew, former NYC Public Schools chancellor, advocates for a dynamic education approach in his white paper "Choosing To Be." He emphasizes integrating skills like math and reading into real-world problem-solving, connecting academic and career paths, and nurturing students' passions. This approach, he believes, builds social capital and is crucial for all students, regardless of their background or school type. In the post-Covid era, he urges interactive, self-motivated learning aligned with students' aspirations, making education a window of opportunity for all.

November 15, 2023Episode 1812 min

Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Amanda McCann "Virginia's Path to Future-Ready Students"

Join us for an insightful Fireside Chat with Amanda McCann, a dedicated EdTech expert with 10 years in the field. Originating from an unexpected entry into EdTech, Amanda's passion grew as she witnessed its transformative impact on students. Residing in Asheville, NC, with her family, they revel in the outdoors, soccer, and music. Amanda embodies the Connector, Leader, and Organizer lifestyles from Find Your Grind. Virginia's education scene is undergoing a seismic shift. With the partnership of Find Your Grind, students are experiencing an enriched self-awareness and career exploration journey. This curriculum doesn't just set a career path; it fosters a deeper understanding of oneself, connecting them with mentors from Virginia's leading industries. Virginia, your next educational chapter beckons, with Find Your Grind leading the way!

November 15, 2023Episode 179 min

Future Ready Podcast: Fireside Chat with Tyler Harrington "Illinois' Collaborative Approach to Empowering Future Leaders"

Join us for an insightful Fireside Chat with Tyler Harrington, a former High School Math & STEM educator who has also worked in EdTech companies in both America and New Zealand. Tyler is passionate about fostering authentic real-world education to empower students. Tyler shares his life with his beloved wife Sami and their two dogs, Peanut and Tui. He loves spending time hiking outdoors, dog agility training, and creative building projects. His Find Your Grind lifestyles are Leader, Competitor, and Entrepreneur. In the heart of the Midwest, Illinois is evolving with emerging career fields. To prepare the next generation, educators, administrators, and the community must collaborate. Empowering educators, customizing solutions, and fostering student autonomy through platforms like Find Your Grind are key. Together, we can empower Illinois' future leaders for success in a changing world.