Why do some of the most prestigious medical teams hit a wall while others achieve constant breakthroughs? The secret isn't a higher IQ—it's Intellectual Humility. In this episode, we explore how the "Expertise Paradox" can actually blind us to the next big discovery. We dive into the neuroscience of the Medial Prefrontal Cortex and how humility unlocks the brain’s ability to innovate. Learn how to use the Navigate Power to align your team toward a "True North" of patient outcomes, stripping away the ego to make room for radical collaboration. Discover practical protocols to turn "failed" data into your next major pivot. 

In this episode, Erin Bailey interviews Dr. Dowan McNair-Lee about her experiences teaching literacy to middle school students. They discuss the importance of student choice in reading, the appeal of graphic novels and diverse texts, and the challenges educators face in balancing classic literature with contemporary works. The conversation also addresses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on student literacy, the debate between teaching full novels versus excerpts, and the inspirational power of reading for personal growth and connection.Key Points:Student choice and engagement are crucial for fostering a love of reading.Graphic novels, manga, and stories offering escapism are especially popular with middle schoolers.Graphic novels are legitimate and valuable reading materials.Balancing classic literature with newer, diverse texts is important for a well-rounded curriculum.Reading full novels allows for deeper understanding, but time and testing pressures often limit this.The COVID-19 pandemic has had a lasting negative effect on literacy scores and student well-being.Reading inspires hope, connection, and a sense of possibility, particularly for students from underrepresented backgrounds.

In this annual father-daughter conversation, Jethro D. Jones sits down with his daughter Cali to reflect on 2024 and look ahead to an exciting 2025. Cali shares her spiritual growth, her unique senior year with only three classes, her decision to serve a mission, and her travels to Germany.Key Topics Discussed:Spiritual Growth & Scripture StudyCali's deep dive into Doctrine & Covenants studyReading the Book of Mormon for the 9th timeWeekly temple attendance as a personal commitmentMaking Jesus Christ a priority, not just a goalSenior Year & Time ManagementTaking only 3 classes (English, Art, and Calculus)Learning Parkinson's Law firsthandUsing free time for temple visits, walks with mom, and workEarning the Seal of Biliteracy in SpanishMission DecisionAnnouncement of serving a mission starting August 2025How the age change for sister missionaries influenced her decisionFeeling spiritually prepared and at peace with the choiceHopes to serve internationally and learn a new languageGermany Trip HighlightsTraveling with dad and staying with his mission friend's familyRunning 14 miles through a former coal mineVisiting Berlin, the Berlin Wall, and PragueExperiencing authentic German culture (including pasta with watered-down ketchup)Looking AheadMonthly challenges leading up to the mission (No Spend January, meditation in February)Track season and the steeplechaseRunning Katya's fundraiser for Shriners HospitalGraduating high school and trip to Scotland with momForest Frank concert with sister EloiseMemorable Quotes:"Last year I wanted to make Him a priority, but this year He is a priority.""I'm the most ready person out there—I'm not gonna be shy about that.""Being sad about it isn't really gonna change anything."Resources Mentioned:A Decade Never to Be Forgotten journaling app: adecadenevertobeforgotten.comCome Follow Me study programShriners Hospital fundraiser

You’re the star expert, now promoted to leader. Why the dread? That's Imposter Syndrome! We tackle the 3 biggest fears of new leaders:Am I losing my edge if I delegate?How do I lead people smarter than me?What if I'm a fraud who just got lucky?Learn to move from doing to leading and silence the inner critic. Tune in!

In this EdTech Startup Showcase episode, host Jethro Jones interviews Vidya Sundaram (CEO) and Elisabeth O'Bryon (Chief Impact Officer) from Family Engagement Lab. The conversation explores how their platform bridges the gap between classroom learning and home support through bite-sized, actionable text messages that help families understand what their children are learning and how to reinforce those skills at home. The founders share their personal motivations—Elizabeth's experience as a bilingual school psychologist working with diverse families, and Vidya's childhood experience of disconnect between her immigrant family's educational values and school communication. They discuss their FAST Talk model (Families and Schools Talk), which has supported over 70,000 students across 50+ districts, and their new AI learning coach that provides personalized support for parents' questions.Key TakeawaysFamily engagement works best when it's accessible and actionableShort text messages (160 characters) with specific, grade-level appropriate activities are more effective than lengthy emailsThe impact is greatest for underserved studentsResearch shows the most pronounced learning gains for students whose families don't share a common language with teachers and those who started the year behind academicallyParents want to help but need the right informationFamilies have passion and interest in supporting learning but often lack insight into what's happening in the classroom and how to help at the right developmental levelSustainable implementation requires cross-functional coordinationSuccess comes from communications experts working alongside curriculum teams to create a shared responsibility for family engagementAI can personalize family supportTheir new AI learning coach allows parents to ask specific questions about their child's needs and build their own confidence in supporting learning at home