Learn Smarter Podcast

Learn Smarter Podcast


Latest Episodes

147: Math and Executive Functioning Woes (Math Series)
March 16, 2021

Rachel & Steph dig into how executive functioning impacts math functioning and ability. They break down executive functioning when it comes to math and talk about frequent challenges of learners who struggle with math because of executive functioning. ...

146: How Graphic Novels Improve Reading with Author Raina Telgemeier (Author Series)
March 09, 2021

Graphic Novelist Raina Telgemeier joins Rachel & Steph on the podcast to talk about her books and stories that are inspiring a new generation of reluctant readers. They deep dive into a shared mutual love of The Babysitters Club,

145: Auditory Processing with Dr. Bea Braun (Professionals Series)
March 02, 2021

Rachel & Steph welcome audiologist Dr. Bea Braun to the podcast. In this episode, Dr. Braun explains how layered and foundational auditory processing is, the way the brain processes auditory information, how it directly impacts learning (reading,

144: Understanding Twice Exceptionality (Educational Therapy Series)
February 23, 2021

Rachel and Steph dig into twice exceptionality--what it is, what it means, and how to identify it in your world.  Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast How to connect with us: Join our FB Group Join our e-mail list

143: Problem Solving Expressive Language with listener Rachel (On-air coaching call)
February 16, 2021

Listen in as Rachel and Steph coach listener Rachel on how to support her 12 year old daughter. They discuss her learning profile and coach her to think more broadly about her daughter’s aversions. They dig into comprehension, auditory processing,

142: Understanding Autism in Girls with Dr. Donna Henderson – Part 2 (Professionals Series)
February 09, 2021

Rachel and Steph continue their conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Donna Henderson. They discuss the validation that families can feel from receiving a diagnosis, a framework for helping families to understand a diagnosis,

141: Understanding Autism in Girls with Dr. Donna Henderson Part 1 (Professionals Series)
February 02, 2021

Rachel and Steph welcome clinical psychologist Dr. Donna Henderson to the podcast. Dr. Henderson talks about the autism diagnosis and how it has shifted over the years. She talks about the benefits of diagnosis and when diagnoses can be helpful.

140: The Secret to “Studying Harder” (Educational Therapy Series)
January 26, 2021

Rachel & Steph discuss the secret to “studying harder”--and the truth may surprise you! They go into what studying harder means, why parents say it, and what effective studying looks like.  Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.

139: Social Emotional Games with Tara Eddy (Professionals Series)
January 19, 2021

Stomp It Out creator and licensed educational psychologist, Tara Eddy, joins Rachel & Steph today to chat about her new game, Stomp It Out, that is perfect for parents, educators, educational therapists and psychologists.

139: Social-Emotional Games with Tara Eddy (Professionals Series)
January 19, 2021

Stomp It Out creator and licensed educational psychologist, Tara Eddy, joins Rachel & Steph today to chat about her new game, Stomp It Out, that is perfect for parents, educators, educational therapists and psychologists.