EP008: Alissa Mwenelupembwe- Advocating from Within Part 1
The DEY Podcast with Kisha Reid
Release Date: 05/18/2022
Reimagining Early Childhood Education
The DEY Podcast with Kisha Reid
Kisha Reid and Trisha Dean discuss how we can and have reimagined early childhood education to align with the latest research.
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EP 33: Nature Everywhere for Everyone
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Kisha and Monica discuss the importance of providing the time, space, and permission for nature play and exploration. And advocating for nature education access for all.
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EP 32: Play for More Play
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Kisha Reid speaks with Marc Armitage about his evolution as a playworker, the goal of play for more play, tips for responding to licensing, and addressing safety concerns.
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EP 31: Why Play?
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Rae Pica joins Kisha Reid as they tackle the question Why Play? Pica draws from her work with early childhood educators, time in the field, and the latest research in her new book, which digs deep into the why.
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EP 30: From Surviving to Thriving 2025 PLAY EMPOWERS RETREAT
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In this episode, Kisha hosts a debrief live from Day 3 of the 2025 PEP Retreat in Adamstown, Maryland.
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EP 29: Start Your Adventure with a YES!
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In this episode, Kisha chats with Rusty Keeler about his unique journey to adventurous play. Rusty offers practical advice on incorporating adventure play into your home or program.
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EP:28 Naturally Emergent Learning
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In this episode, Kisha chats with Megan about her work as a nature-based curriculum specialist.
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EP 27: Educated by Play
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In this episode Carly Bedard shares her work as a play facilitator for adult early educators and how self-active play can transform your practice.
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Ep 26: Starting with Yourself First
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In this episode, Denisha Jones talks about the new DEY framework, Fostering Healthy Identity in Young Children. Supporting positive identity development in the early years begins with important self-work and unpacking your fears.
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EP025: Slowing Down with Kisha Reid
The DEY Podcast with Kisha Reid
In this episode, Kisha Reid talks with Denisha Jones about her new nature-based discovery child care program, her visions for inspiring more teachers to choose the power of play, and her plans to slow down.
info_outlineAlissa Mwenelupembe has worked in early childhood education for the past twenty years. She began her career as a classroom educator working with toddlers and over time transitioned into center leadership roles. Alissa holds a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and is currently working on her doctorate. Her dissertation focuses on the experiences of Black women navigating the career ladder in the early childhood profession.