Best The Dock for Learning Podcasts (2025)

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Clarifying Mission, Vision, and Values 38:14

6d ago38:14

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Does your school have mission, vision, and values statements? Who knows about them? We’re probably all familiar with these three terms and in this episode, Merle Burkholder offers simple definitions and provides clear examples of each one to refresh our usage. He also suggests a variety of means to communicate these guiding statements so that they …

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ECRS—Not Only POS Technology, But Whole Store Solutions 11:58

7d ago11:58

11:58

Sean Kosednar talks with Caroline Catoe and Brittany Benton from ECRS during AWG Innovation Showcase 2025.

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How to Participate in Viral Food Trends in Your Store 12:49

14d ago12:49

12:49

AWG Marketing Services Specialist Maggie Wilson and Sean Kosednar discuss some of the latest food trends sweeping social media on this week's Grocer Pod. They also talk about ways you can take advantage of these trends in your store.

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Cattitude - Episode 268 Meow! Cats in Horror, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy Movies 26:51

19d ago26:51

26:51

This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Chris Robinson, contributor to the thrilling new book Meow! Cats in Horror, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy Movies. If you’ve ever gasped at a feline jump scare, swooned over a mystical cat in a fantasy epic, or marveled at our favorite furballs in sci-fi adventures, this episode is for you! Chris and Michelle div…

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Evaluating Your School’s Program 29:09

20d ago29:09

29:09

How do you know when you have a good year at school? When the people around you talk about having a good year or a bad year, what do they have in mind? As an administrator, it matters that you feel a sense of satisfaction or concern when things are actually going well or going poorly as the case may be. You play a key role in setting the tone for c…

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How to Increase the Potential Buyer Pool for Your Store 14:50

27d ago14:50

14:50

This week is the first installment of conversations recorded at AWG Innovation Showcase 2025. Carey Berger from Crossroads is back on Grocer Pod to lead things off. Sean Kosednar talks with him about what AWG member retailers can do to increase the pool of potential buyers when it comes time for them to sell their stores.…

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Cattitude - Episode 267 Not Just Any Cat Sitter: How to Choose the Purr-fessional One! 33:22

27d ago33:22

33:22

This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Beth Stultz-Hairston, President of Pet Sitters International (PSI), to talk all about finding the right pet sitter for your cat (or cats!). Whether you’re heading out of town or just want peace of mind, Beth shares expert tips on choosing a qualified cat sitter and explains why professional pet sitters…

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Cattitude - Episode 266 Why Can’t My Brother Be More Like My Cat? 34:44

1M ago34:44

34:44

This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes back bestselling author Allia Zobel Nolan to talk about her delightful new children’s book, Why Can’t My Brother Be More Like My Cat? With charming illustrations by New York Times bestselling artist Lee Wildish, the book hilariously explores sibling rivalries through the eyes of a little girl who adore…

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Naughty Students, Naughty Parents 28:07

1M ago28:07

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What were we created for and how does that inform our relationships? In this final episode in our segment on relationships, Jeff Swanson describes four fundamentals that become especially potent when relationships turn problematic: Love Listening Structure Direct communication If you know Jeff, you may catch the humor of his title and of his propos…

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REPLAY: Anticipatory Grocery - Accelerating Innovation and Growth with Daniel Burrus 27:52

1M ago27:52

27:52

We are all excited for AWG Innovation Showcase 2025. To get ready, here is a look back to last year's keynote speaker, Daniel Burrus.

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Cattitude - Episode 265 Disaster-Proof Your Pets: Emergency Prep with Dr. Deborah Mandell 27:40

2M ago27:40

27:40

This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Deborah Mandell, member of the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council and pet medical expert to talk about disaster preparedness for your pets. With more intense and frequent disasters occurring, the chances of a person experiencing an emergency in their community is a higher possibility. W…

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Why Administrators? 35:13

2M ago35:13

35:13

Why have an administrator? What can an administrator do in terms of the relationships around the school? Steve Brubaker makes the case that administrators inhabit and manage the complex meeting place of all the people involved in a school. It’s a position of influence to be used not to lord it over others but to serve them. “Administrators exist to…

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New Offerings From AWG Brands 7:09

2M ago7:09

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On this week's Grocer Pod, AWG Brands Product Manager Tyler Olinger is in the studio with Sean Kosednar to discuss the Q1 new items and what is still to come from AWG Brands this year.

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Learn More About AWG's New Cross-Dock Program with KeHE 9:49

2M ago9:49

9:49

AWG members will soon be able to take advantage of a new cross-dock program with KeHE. Group Vice President of Center Store Merchandising & Sales Scott Evans joins Sean Kosednar in the studio this week to explain the new program and how it will help AWG member retailers.

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HGS Spring Show - February 2025 19:13

2M ago19:13

19:13

Sean Kosednar took his microphone around the HGS Spring Show in early February to give everyone who wasn't in attendance a feel for what the show had to offer.

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Supporting Parents and Selling the Church 43:00

2M ago43:00

43:00

If parents are responsible to train their children, what are the children doing in schools? Matt Peachy lays out a case for education that places schools squarely in a position of service to the church and to families. He then outlines some of the ways that this shapes a school, particularly in its relationships with parents and the church. Matt te…

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Cattitude - Episode 264 From Sneezes to Snuggles: The Future of Cat Allergy Relief 29:41

2M ago29:41

29:41

This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Evan Zhao, Co-Founder of Pacagen, the groundbreaking biotech pet care brand tackling human allergies to cats! ��✨ Inspired by his wife’s severe cat allergies after adopting their beloved British Shorthair, Miaomiao, Dr. Evan developed Pacagen’s Cat Allergen Neutralizing Spray—a game-changer for cat…

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Protect Your Store and Your Customers From Credit Card Skimmers 14:12

2M ago14:12

14:12

Credit card skimming has come to grocery stores and Jeff Klaus from Retail Data Systems is here to share how it's happening and how to prevent it. On this week's Grocer Pod, Jeff explains to Sean Kosednar how AWG member retailers can protect their stores and their customers from these devices.

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Caring for Your Families 39:18

3M ago39:18

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What’s your greatest advantage as a teacher or leader in a Christian school? Stephen submits that it is the immeasurable gift of most of our children having parents that love them. What are you doing to know and care for those parents and your students, especially the average ones? Stephen Gingerich speaks with year of experience teaching and admin…

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Cattitude - Episode 263 Life Is A Catbaret! 25:27

3M ago25:27

25:27

What good is sitting alone in your room, when you can join the fun as Michelle Fern welcomes Gemma Smith, producer of Catbaret! This one-of-a-kind show, held in NYC for over six years, brings cat lovers together for a night of comedy, music, and "purr-lesque." More than just entertainment, Catbaret! partners with a local cat café and rescue group t…

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Results from the 2024 AWG Member Satisfaction Survey 13:14

3M ago13:14

13:14

The results are in for AWG's 2024 Member Satisfaction Survey. Executive Vice President of Division Operations, Derek Jones, joins Sean Kosednar in the studio to break down the results on this week's episode of Grocer Pod.

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Dan Funk Recaps 2024 and Looks Ahead to 2025 18:58

3M ago18:58

18:58

AWG President and CEO Dan Funk joins Sean Kosednar on this week's Grocer Pod. They discuss Dan's first year as President and CEO. Dan also lays out what AWG members can expect in 2025.

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Teacher Trouble - Redemptive Solutions 43:13

3M ago43:13

43:13

Just investing in a culture of growth as Gerald described in the last episode won’t solve all problems. Here he is again with a sequel episode exploring redemptive solutions to difficult people problems. Few people enjoy wading into these situations. Gerald won’t tell you how to begin liking it, but he does outline a number of excellent methods for…

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Cattitude - Episode 262 Pawsitive Changes: Resolutions for a Happier, Healthier Cat 28:28

3M ago28:28

28:28

On this episode of Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes nationally recognized feline behavior expert Stephen Quandt for an insightful and engaging discussion. In the first half, they explore what cat parents can expect from a behaviorist, offering valuable insights into understanding and improving feline behavior. Then, they dive into New Year's …

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AWG Brands Unveils 2025 Lineup 7:29

4M ago7:29

7:29

AWG Brands has big plans for 2025 and AWG Brands Product Manager Tyler Olinger is in the studio to tell host Sean Kosednar all about them.

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Are Your Teachers Growing? 44:10

4M ago44:10

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Schools are places for growth and learning. Growth is essential for teachers. Teachers must be learners. This is not something that school leaders can force, but it very is definitely something that leaders can and should nurture. Gerald Miller, long-time teacher and administrator makes a compelling case for those propositions which will shape how …

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Cattitude - Episode 261 Paws and Reflect: Why 54% of Cat Owners Are Losing Sleep Over Litter Box Woes! 25:44

4M ago25:44

25:44

This week on Cattitude, host Michelle Fern chats with Dr. Elizabeth Flickinger, senior manager of insights and innovation at World’s Best Cat Litter, about a groundbreaking new study that sheds light on cat owners’ concerns. According to the study, 54% of cat parents worry about their feline’s litter box habits, with nearly 1 in 4 reporting that th…

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Cattitude - Episode 260 Cat Behavior Unlocked: Virtual Visits & Feline Fixes with Dr. Maggie O'Brian 24:55

4M ago24:55

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This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern chats with board-certified veterinary behaviorist Dr. Maggie O’Brian about the latest in virtual veterinary visits and their growing role in pet care. Dr. O’Brian shares insights into common feline behavior issues like inappropriate elimination, inter-cat aggression, stranger anxiety, and the fascinating field …

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Shepherding Basics for School Leaders 28:34

4M ago28:34

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What does it look like to shepherd your school? This episode presents a passionate challenge by a board member to school leaders and to board members in particular to take full ownership of their responsibility for the people under their care. Ernie Weaver brings school board and business leadership experience to this talk as well as perspective fr…

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AWG Brands Brings Home the Gold...en Penguin 6:25

5M ago6:25

6:25

AWG Brands has been stacking up the awards as of late. Cara Finger, AWG Brands Marketing Manager, is back in the studio to tell everyone about which brands and products won.

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Cattitude - Episode 259 Purr-fect Presents: Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Feline Friends 25:49

5M ago25:49

25:49

This week on the annual Cattitude holiday show, host Michelle Fern is joined by Pet Life Radio’s Executive Producer, Mark Winter, to share some purr-fect gift ideas for your feline friends. They cover everything from keeping your cats entertained (and away from your Christmas tree!) to unique, sentimental gifts for pet lovers. Featured products inc…

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Staff Development and Care 39:44

5M ago39:44

39:44

Is an incompetent teacher better than not having a one? We are beginning a new segment focused on staff development and care. In this opening episode, Ken Kauffman speaks from his experience as a teacher, principle, and educational representative for Christian Light. He leads the way in thinking about the following three issues: How we prepare new …

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Help Your Customers Save Money with AWG Brands Digital Coupons 6:03

5M ago6:03

6:03

Cara Finger, AWG Brands Marketing Manager, is in the studio with Sean Kosednar talking about AWG Brands digital coupons on this week's Grocer Pod.

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Coping with Reactive Attachment Disorder 53:23

5M ago53:23

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Our rationale, resources, and methodology matter. But what about the students who come to us with such deep brokenness and dysfunction that our best efforts to help them go nowhere unless backwards or in circles? The subject of disorders is huge. Here in this bonus episode we’re going to look at just one of them: Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD).…

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Cattitude - Episode 258 Tinsel, Treats, and Trouble: Keeping Cats Safe for the Holidays 31:05

5M ago31:05

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Which common household items could be harmful to your cats? Are your holiday decorations or treats putting your feline friends at risk of an emergency vet visit? This week, Michelle Fern chats with Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT—a board-certified veterinary specialist in emergency and critical care, as well as a toxicologist and host of Pet Life Ra…

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Access Public Funding with AWG's Store Engineering Department 17:57

5M ago17:57

17:57

Executive Director of Design and Construction Joel Riggs joins Sean Kosednar in the studio this week to tell AWG member retailers how Store Engineering can help them access public funds to pay for new store builds or even remodels.

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Curriculum is Important, but What About Everything Else? 32:52

5M ago32:52

32:52

A common theme in academic discussions is the curriculum. For our final episode in this segment on academics, we’re looking at this common theme, but with an important distinction. Gerald Miller, teacher and current administrator at Faith Builders Christian School differentiates between the formal curriculum (what you pay money for every year) and …

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Cattitude - Episode 257 Feline Food For Thought: The Raw Food Debate Explained 32:17

5M ago32:17

32:17

This week Michelle Fern chats with expert in pet food safety in New Zealand, Dr. Josie Gollan about how to keep pets safe when it comes to a pet parent's selection of food for their furry friend. There has been so much confusion lately on what cats and dogs should eat, especially when it comes to raw diets. Dr. Gollan is hoping to educate pet paren…

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