🎙️ In this episode, Katy takes a closer look at the key differences between corporate and private childcares. She discusses how each type of center operates, including differences in structure, policies, curriculum flexibility, and the overall approach to caring for children and supporting families.

Katy also shares insight into the benefits and challenges of both corporate and privately owned programs, helping families better understand what to expect and what questions to ask when choosing care for their child. From communication styles to classroom environments and decision-making processes, this episode offers valuable information for parents navigating their childcare options.

Whether you’re a parent exploring enrollment, a childcare professional, or simply curious about how different centers operate, this episode provides helpful perspective to guide you in finding the best fit for your family.

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In this episode, Jessica shares her personal journey — the experiences, turning points, and lessons that led her into the field of child care. 🎙️

From early influences to unexpected paths, this conversation offers an honest look at how life experiences shape purpose and passion. Jessica reflects on the challenges and growth along the way, and how those moments ultimately guided her toward a career centered on children, families, and community.

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In this episode, Jessica takes a deep dive into the different types of child care licenses in Indiana and what each one means for providers, programs, and families. 🎙️

From licensing requirements to operational differences, Jessica breaks down the key distinctions in a clear and practical way — helping listeners better understand how licensing impacts quality, compliance, and day-to-day operations in child care settings.

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Leadership isn’t always inspiring quotes and big wins — sometimes, it’s heavy. In this episode, we’re joined by special guest Beth Cannon to talk honestly about the weight leadership can carry, especially in early childhood education. 🎙️

From difficult decisions to emotional responsibility, this conversation explores what it means to lead during challenging times and how leaders can navigate pressure while staying grounded and effective. Beth shares insight, experience, and perspective on showing up for teams even when the role feels overwhelming.

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This week on the podcast, we’re joined by special guest Aleta Mechtel for an honest conversation about what the headlines don’t show when it comes to child care. 🎙️

While news stories often focus on surface-level issues, Aleta helps unpack the deeper realities facing providers, educators, and families — from the daily operational challenges to the long-term impacts of policy and funding decisions. This episode offers important context, nuance, and lived experience that rarely make it into mainstream coverage.

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In this episode, we’re joined by special guest Bri McCarty, educator and TikTok creator, for an inside look at what’s happening right now in South Dakota’s early childhood education landscape. 📚✨

Bri shares insights from the front lines — from policy changes and funding challenges to how these shifts are affecting providers, educators, and families across the state. This conversation blends real-world experience with honest discussion, offering perspective on how statewide decisions are playing out day to day.

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Today’s episode features a special guest, Latroya Barnes, joining us for an insightful and engaging conversation on the issues shaping early childhood education today. 🌱

Latroya brings valuable perspective, experience, and thoughtful discussion as we explore key challenges, opportunities, and real-life impacts within the child care landscape. This episode offers meaningful dialogue for providers, leaders, and advocates who care deeply about the future of early learning.

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Early childhood education is facing a growing crisis — and funding is at the center of it. In this episode, we take a closer look at the financial challenges impacting child care programs, educators, and families across the country.

From shrinking budgets to difficult staffing decisions, we discuss how inadequate funding affects program quality, access, and sustainability — and what these challenges mean for the future of early learning. This conversation highlights the realities providers are navigating every day and why meaningful investment in early childhood education matters now more than ever.

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