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Podcasts Featuring Ari Gerzon-Kessler

  • Cover image of the book titled "Aspire to Lead" featuring a silhouette of a person climbing a mountain with a rope, mountains in the background, and logos at the bottom, including a mountain peak symbol and another emblem. The book is written by Joshua Stamper.

    Aspire to Lead Podcast with Joshua Stamper

    Josh and Ari explore the crucial topic of building authentic connections between educators and underrepresented families. Ari shares practical strategies for school leaders on how to create sustainable family partnerships that promote equity, trust, and collaboration. 

  • Better Leaders, Better Schools Podcast with Danny Bauer

    Danny and Ari discuss how to catalyze higher levels of family engagement as an educational leader, as well as how school leaders can help staff build their capacity to more effectively partner with families.

  • Podcast cover titled 'De Facto Leaders with Dr. Karen' showing a smiling woman with long brown hair wearing a pink and purple scarf against a pink background, with a black microphone icon and a soundwave graphic.

    De Facto Leaders with Karen Dudek-Brannan

    Karen and Ari discuss the difference between event-based planning versus engagement-based planning; how to set up systems that enable educators to provide regular positive communication to families, and how to use a combination of technology and in-person events to strengthen relationships with families.

  • Logo for The Assistant Principal Podcast featuring a red letter A surrounded by black arrowheads and the text "The Assistant Principal Podcast" on a white brick background.

    The Assistant Principal Podcast with Frederick Buskey

    A discussion of leadership lessons, how to make school-family partnership efforts more systemized and purposeful, and the collaborative approach at the heart of On The Same Team, which lays the groundwork for building more inclusive and cohesive school communities.

  • A graphic logo featuring a microphone with a book on top, and the word "AUTHORITY" underneath, in orange and dark blue text, with a small circle in the top left corner containing the letters "Be".

    The Authority Podcast with Ross Romano

    Ross and Ari explore if educators and parents feel like we’re on the same team, the difference between “family involvement” and authentic partnerships, and how to design Families and Educators Together Teams (FETs)

  • Graphic design with the words "Like = Cheers" in a stylized font, featuring a vintage microphone and three arrows pointing upward, and the phrase "By Kim Oliver" at the bottom.

    Life Choices Podcast with Kim Olver

    Ari shares stories behind his groundbreaking work focused on uniting teachers and families to create stronger, more collaborative learning environments. He shares his research-backed methods, the ripple effects of these powerful collaborations, and the transformative impact on school communities.

  • Podcast promotional graphic for 'The Out of the Trenches Podcast'. Features the podcast logo, episode title 'Are you in the trenches as an Educator?', a photo of the host Dana Goodier, and icons for podcast platforms and social media.

    Out of the Trenches Podcast with Dana Goodier

    An exploration of the highlights of On The Same Team, including how we can create teams that center family voices and build everyone's capacity to collaborate effectively.

  • Sign that reads 'Corner Cafe Podcast' hanging on a purple background.

    The Corner CAFE Podcast with Jessica Grovesant-Webster

     Ari shares insights on the Families and Educators Together (FET) model and effective strategies for strong family-educator partnerships.

  • Cover image for a presentation titled 'Learner-Centered Spaces' produced by masteryportfolio, featuring a black background, colorful lines, and a neon blue microphone illustration.

    Learner-Centered Spaces Podcast with Starr Sackstein and Crystal Frommert

    Ari talks with hosts Crystal Frommert and Starr Sackstein about how to create optimal learning spaces where educators and families can show up authentically and collaborate effectively.

  • A woman smiling and clapping, with the text 'Thriving Educator' and 'Improve Mental Health in Your School' above her, and 'with Charle Peck' below, against a light gray background.

    Thriving Educator Podcast with Charle Peck

    A dynamic discussion about best practices that schools can utilize to help everyone thrive within a school community

  • Two men wearing headphones, smiling, standing in front of a bookshelf with a microphone between them, with the text 'The Community Connection' displayed.

    The Community Connection with Nathaniel Provencio

    An engaging conversation on the keys to effective family engagement and how to navigate the barriers

  • Event poster titled 'Time for Teachership with Lindsay Lyons,' featuring a photo of a woman with brown hair, smiling, with a colorful circular background, and a subtitle 'Amplifying Student-Led Learning in Justice-Focused Schools.'

    Time for Teachership Podcast with Lindsay Lyons

    In this episode, Ari shares an array of insights on building Families and Educator Together (FET) teams, including practical ideas and specific examples from actual FET teams.

  • Logo featuring a stylized letter 'T' in orange integrated with a blue letter 'D', with the text 'Teach Different' below.

    Teach Different Podcast with Steve & Dan Fouts

    Join Steve and Dan Fouts – along with Ari Gerzon-Kessler – author, consultant and family partnerships expert, as they discuss the meaning and importance of home, enriched by the Teach Different Method.

  • Text saying 'Teach Better Talk' in large green and white letters with an orange background, and smaller text 'Teach Better Team' at the bottom, along with a logo of a microphone and speech bubble.

    Teach Better Talk with Rae Hughart

    Rae and Ari explore how educators can authentically connect with families on a consistent basis.

  • Cover of a podcast titled "Lifelong Learning Defined" featuring Dr. Jorge Valenzuela, wearing a navy suit and tie, standing in front of a blue circular background with a minimalist design.

    Lifelong Learning Redefined Podcast with Jorge Valenzuela

    In this episode, Ari opens up about the profound impact of becoming a parent and how it has shaped his perspective on education and family dynamics. Ari shares insights on fostering unity in schools and empowering parents to become active participants in their children's learning journey.

  • Logo with stylized figures and open book, text 'Have a Life Teaching' on a yellow background.

    Have a Life Teaching Podcast with John Schembari

    We discuss strategies for better engaging Newcomer families and other traditionally underserved populations of families.

  • Podcast cover titled "Dads in the Class" featuring school supplies such as pencils, rulers, and pens, with paper airplanes in the background and a subtitle "A Podcast About Family Engagement and Education".

    Dads in the Class with Dion Chavis

    Ari and host Dion Chavis explore transformative strategies for engaging underrepresented fathers in their children's academic journey. Ari discusses data-driven solutions and actionable insights designed to help educators and schools create meaningful partnerships with families from all backgrounds. 

  • Promotional graphic featuring a man in a suit with short curly hair, smiling, with the text 'Leading Equity with Sheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D.' and bold yellow and white speech bubbles.

    Leading Equity Podcast with Sheldon Eakins

    Sheldon and Ari explore strategies for engaging parents and how to create spaces for dialogue and authentic listening. Ari shares about the power of positive home visits and other family engagement best practices.

  • Colorful sign with red, blue, orange, and brown sections featuring the words 'Principal Center Radio' in bold white and black letters.

    Principal Center Radio Podcast with Justin Baeder

    Ari and Justin explore the highlights of On the Same Team and discuss family engagement best practices for school leaders.

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WEBINARS, PANELS & RECORDED EVENTS

On The Same Team: Deepening Relationships, Trust, and Community with Underrepresented Families

A one-hour webinar hosted by Solution Tree, which provides a detailed overview of the highlights of Ari’s book.

Unlock Proven Strategies for K-12 Family Engagement

Aone hour webinar co-hosted by District Administration and TalkingPoints focused around recent findings in a national survey of family engagement practitioners, including a conversation about a variety of best practices to elevate family engagement efforts.

Homeroom with Education Leaders – Building Bridges: Empowering Family-School Partnership for Student Achievement

The Hunt Institute’s Panel with Dr. Karen Mapp, Ari Gerzon-Kessler, and Bryan Tunstall


Tapping Into Family-School Partnerships as the Superpower for Accelerating Student Outcomes

In this webinar, Ari Gerzon-Kessler and Kate Pechacek, the Head of Impact Strategy at TalkingPoints, will share:

  • 5 proven family engagement practices proven to increase attendance as well as academic and other outcomes

  • How accessible technology amplifies successful practices and reduces staff workload

The Purpose of Families and Educators Together Teams

Ari shares a brief overview of the purpose of Families and Educators Together, a quick story, and leads the audience through a sample team-building practice.