The 13th Grade Podcast

Knit Marketing

The 13th Grade Podcast is an audio experience for lifelong learners. We're breaking down topics that we didn't learn in school through expert interviews, personal stories, and some opinionated Gen Z'ers. Themes include personal finance, relationships, self-discovery, politics, and so much more! Host: Rebecca Borough Produced by: Knit Marketing

  1. 02/21/2023

    Reflecting on Resilience During and After the Pandemic With Ulises featuring Aurora Meneghello

    Reflecting on Resilience During and After the Pandemic With Ulises featuring Aurora Meneghello Class: How to Live in a Post Pandemic World Episode Summary: Rebecca and Ulises discuss the enduring trend of resilience happening during and after the pandemic with Aurora Meneghello from Repurpose Your Purpose. Topics discussed: Introduction - [0:36] Words of the Day / Palabras del Dia / Parole del Giorno - [2:09] Defining Resilience Post-Pandemic - [11:03] Building Resilience - [17:18] Resilience as a Human Trait - [23:50] The Pandemic’s Ultimate Challenge - [42:40] Reflecting on the Pandemic - [47:42] Articles and Books Referenced:  How to Help Families and Staff Build Resilience During the COVID-19 Outbreak: https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/how-to-help-families-and-staff-build-resilience-during-the-covid-19-outbreak/  Resiliency: Bouncing Back from the Effects of the Pandemic: https://www.healthcenterhudsonyards.com/resiliency-bouncing-back-from-the-effects-of-the-pandemic/ 3 keys to a resilient post-pandemic recovery: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2022/02/3-keys-to-a-resilient-post-pandemic-recovery/ How To Be More Resilient: 8 Strategies for Difficult Times: https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/resilience-strategies-pandemic Building resilience is vital for a sustainable COVID-19 recovery: https://blogs.worldbank.org/voices/building-resilience-vital-sustainable-covid-19-recovery COVID-19: Rebuilding for Resilience: https://www.unwomen.org/en/hq-complex-page/covid-19-rebuilding-for-resilience Questions For The New Year [Updated For 2023]: https://repurposeyourpurpose.com/questions-for-the-new-year/  ​​Lost Connections: Why You’re Depressed and How to Find Hope*: https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Connections-Uncovering-Depression-Unexpected/dp/1632868318 *Disclaimer: not an endorsement for or against antidepressants as we are not qualified to give medical advice Where to Reach Aurora: https://repurposeyourpurpose.com/

    52 min

  2. 01/31/2023

    New Innovations and Experiences During and After the Pandemic With Ulises and Rebecca

    Class: How to Live in a Post Pandemic World Episode Summary: Rebecca and Ulises discuss some of the new innovations and experiences that the Knit Team discovered during and after the pandemic quarantine. Topics Discussed: Introduction - [0:36] Words of the Day / Palabras del Dia - [2:18] New Experiences - [6:21] Tech-Driven Innovations - [15:33] Mental Health Apps - [21:10] Expanding Access - [26:33] All About the Blockchain - [30:30] QR Codes: Here to Stay? - [33:25] Online Education - [34:33] Introducing the Vaccine - [38:14] Other Pandemic Changes - [39:42] Keeping Up in a New Normal - [44:42] Goals for 2023 - [47:09] Articles Referenced: Services and activities that arrived to stay: https://www.politico.com/news/2021/12/10/17-ways-covid-hit-fast-forward-on-the-future-523845 14 Pandemic-Driven Tech Innovations That Will Continue To Impact The World: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2021/06/04/14-pandemic-driven-tech-innovations-that-will-continue-to-impact-the-world/ The role of artificial intelligence in tackling COVID-19: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7692869/#:~:text=AI%20can%20be%20harnessed%20for,prediction%20of%20morbidity%20and%20mortality How does AI work? Top 10 Key Apps that Use AI: ​​https://insights.daffodilsw.com/blog/how-does-ai-work-top-10-key-apps-that-use-ai The History of Artificial Intelligence: https://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/flash/2017/history-artificial-intelligence/ Blockchain as an enabling technology in the COVID-19 pandemic: a systematic review: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8421063/ How the Pandemic Is Pushing Blockchain Forward: https://hbr.org/2020/04/how-the-pandemic-is-pushing-blockchain-forward 2022 Reflections Guide from Repurpose Your Purpose: https://repurposeyourpurpose.lpages.co/reflections-for-the-new-year-repurpose-your-purpose/?mc_cid=c72fb9f5fb&mc_eid=5bfbd8e840

    50 min

  3. 01/10/2023

    Discussing Burnout and How to Deal With It During the Pandemic

    Discussing Burnout and How to Deal With It During the Pandemic Class: How to Live in a Post Pandemic World Episode Summary: Rebecca and Ulises discuss both of their experiences with burnout in relation to the struggles of the COVID pandemic and its after-effects. Topics Discussed: Reflections from #TeamKnit - [2:26] Words of the Day / Palabras del Dia - [10:45] Preface to Burnout Discussion - [14:21] Pandemic Uncertainties, Struggles, and Coping - [17:13] Dealing with Burnout - [28:03] Overcoming Pandemic Struggles - [31:58] Healing Habits - [35:40] Lessons from Burnout - [43:13] Articles Referenced: Experts explain how COVID-19 pandemic exacerbates burnout among students The Pandemic Has Created A New Kind Of Burnout, Which Makes Well-Being More Critical Than Ever The Vital Importance of Human Touch Maintaining Mental Health while Social Distancing during the COVID-19 Pandemic Rebecca’s Blog: On Burnout

    46 min

  4. 12/20/2022

    Relaunching the 13th Grade Podcast with Rebecca and Ulises

    Episode Summary: Welcome back to the 13th Grade Podcast! We will mark our return with an exclusive interview with fellow Knit Team member, Ulises Richards! Ulises’s Bio: Ulises Richards, hailing from the state of Mexico, is one of the new driving forces behind Knit Marketing and their success. He is a dedicated father, a freelance digital marketer, and a part time musician with his band Pulsos. Topics Discussed: Introduction - [0:36] Words of the Day / Palabras del Dia - [1:37] Ulises’s Background - [6:30] Growing up with Ulises - [11:28] Ulises’s Goals for Now - [13:46] Ulises and Experience - [15:33] Ulises’s Pet Peeve - [19:53] Ulises’s Joy in Life - [21:30] Ulises on the Podcast - [23:41] A Life Lesson from Ulises - [26:19] Where to Find Ulises - [28:15] Ulises’s band, Pulsos: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/48pvz78sbEJCRAx5QqfXjr Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@PULSOSMUSIC Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pulsosmusic Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pulsos_music

    31 min

  5. 03/23/2022

    Class Final: Politics 101 - The #TeamKnit Take

    Class: Politics 101 Episode Summary: Standing in for Rebecca will be co-host Adewole Williams, as he discusses with Team Knits about campaigns, political dissemination, and civic engagement. Here you’ll have the opportunity to hear some of Team Knit’s thoughts about the overall nature of politics today. Topics Discussed: Team Intro - [0:37] What Does the Team Think About Voting? - [4:15] The Team’s Experiences With Voting - [10:54] How Much Do We Know About Who to Vote For? - [13:36] Has the Team Participated in Any Protests? - [17:46] The Team’s Thoughts on Social Media and Politics - [25:09] A Future in Politics? - [29:13] Recollecting Politics in Class - [32:00] Do Our Voices Matter? - [36:00] A Special Message from Rebecca - [39:49] Podcasts Episodes Mentioned: A Rundown on Democratic Campaigns and Managing Them with Daniel McNamara How to Stay Informed About the Current Political Climate in America with Aaron Lyles, CEO of Common Ally Civic Engagement with Christina Puentes: More Important to Learn and Engage Now than Ever Social Media: Instagram Twitter Good Quotes: “I do think our voices are important.  But more than that, I think they're important if we do something with them.” - [36:59] “We all have a unique voice, a unique point of view, a unique perspective. And every one of us has the power of creating a unique impact that wouldn't be fit or wouldn't be replaced by any other guy. So we all matter.” - [38:18] “It's okay if there's a gray area, because… you could debate all you want, but like, if we find a good compromise, then… there's a chance that everybody could be… satisfied.” - [34:29] Podcast Recommendation: Your First Million by Arlan Hamilton

    43 min

  6. 03/09/2022

    Civic Engagement with Christina Puentes: More Important to Learn and Engage Now than Ever

    Class: Politics 101 Episode Summary: Christina Puentes is here to discuss her experiences with civic engagement; how important it is - especially now - and how to get involved in it. Christina’s Bio: Christina is the 29-year old daughter of immigrants from China and Colombia. As a former elementary and high school teacher, she advocates for equity and accountability in the K-12 education arena. She has a strong interest in the intersectionality of systems, especially those involving democratic processes. Christina is a proud alumna of The University of Texas at Austin, with both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from the university. She is also a member of the inaugural cohort of the LBJ Women’s Campaign School. Committed to public service, Christina has served with AmeriCorps, has been active in community coalitions, and has volunteered with local organizations since college. She currently serves as the chair of Austin's Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission and works as a policy analyst for the U.S. Government Accountability Office. Topics Discussed: Christina’s Introduction - [1:10] Why Civic Engagement? - [2:34] Christina’s Master Studies - [6:29] Civic Education Reform - [7:41] Civic Education Past, Present, and Future - [9:57] Critical Race Theory in Civics - [13:16] Why Engage in Civics? - [14:59] The Ukraine Situation - [16:42] How Many Countries Have a Democracy? - [18:21] The Benefits of a Democracy - [19:05] How to Engage in Civics - [22:18] Relationship Building in Civics - [26:09] Civic Values - [28:34] Focus on Local Politics - [30:04] A Life Lesson from Christina - [32:04] Where to Find Christina - [34:16] Christina’s LinkedIn: @christinaapuentes Articles about Austin redistricting work here and here Christina’s Research here and here Partners / Ads: Tiny Topanga - Tiny Topanga is a custom tiny home and van conversion builder based in Mexico and the United States, offering premium homes, with hand crafted artisan touches throughout each build. Knit Marketing Academy - In addition to hiring and training our own team, we love to help businesses grow their own youth teams. Whether you’re starting a summer internship program or hiring a social media manager, give us a call and we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about youth employment. knitmarketing.com

    35 min

  7. 02/23/2022

    How to Stay Informed About the Current Political Climate in America with Aaron Lyles, CEO of Common Ally

    Class: Politics 101 Episode Summary: Aaron Lyles, political activist and CEO of news media site Common Ally, discusses the current status of information gathering regarding today’s political climate in America and how his company strives to make the best information more accessible to the common citizen. Topics Discussed: Aaron’s Introduction - [2:12] Aaron’s Backstory - [3:09] Building Common Ally - [5:38] Common Ally’s Mission - [8:21] Non-”Activist” Activism - [10:25] Social Media in Politics - [14:12] Common Ally for the Common People - [16:26] With Knowledge Comes Responsibility - [18:25] The Top Issues Concerning America Today - [19:31] The Best Way to Stay Informed - [21:54] Study Smarter, Not Harder - [25:45] A Life Lesson from Aaron - [27:25] Where to Find Aaron and Common Ally - [29:43] Where to Find Aaron and Common Ally: Website App Store Instagram YouTube TikTok Twitter Facebook Partners / Ads: Dorey Kronick Graphic Design Need a logo for your business, a website to showcase your products and/or services, a poster for your upcoming event, or art for your next big music album? How about custom wedding invitations, menu designs for your restaurant, or marketing collateral to promote your latest company launch? Whether you're looking for assistance creating unique on-screen or print designs, let Dorey Kronick help turn your dreamy ideas into a visual reality! Take a look at her work & contact her at doreykronick.com, follow her on Instagram as @doreykronick, OR check her out on Facebook as Dorey Kronick Art & Design. Knit Marketing Academy - In addition to hiring and training our own team, we love to help businesses grow their own youth teams. Whether you’re starting a summer internship program or hiring a social media manager, give us a call and we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about youth employment. knitmarketing.com  Good Quotes: “We're seeing the country kind of devolve into partisanship pretty heavily, and I think a lot of that is because we focused on the wrong thing for too long. And I think the younger generation is actually focused on the right thing, which are issues and compassion and, you know, honesty and, and honoring differences of opinions.” - [1:18] “I think it's as relevant in business as it is personal, but to just really cherish time. And for us, the more time I can buy by doing things right or doing things in a just way, like those are wins and they feel like wins.” - [27:49]

    31 min

  8. 02/11/2022

    A Rundown on Democratic Campaigns and Managing Them with Daniel McNamara

    Class: Politics 101 Episode Summary: Daniel McNamara discusses his experiences with campaign management and the ins and outs of all the dealings and functions happening within campaign offices. Topics Discussed: Dan’s History with Campaigns - [4:54] Campaign Organization - [6:19] Dan’s Recent Campaign - [7:04] Definition of Primary - [8:50] Pennsylvania Primary - [10:01] What Does a Finance Director Do? - [12:29] Money is on Everybody’s Mind - [13:32] Representative Manager - [16:09] What are Super PACs - [18:00] Conflicting Campaigns and Committees - [18:50] Virginia Congressional Election - [20:49] Kansas Election Campaign - [25:00] Lessons Learned from Campaigning - [31:27] Lessons Learned from Failure - [33:19] A Day in the Life of a Campaign Manager - [36:10] Campaign Scheduling - [40:52] A Manager at the Right (or Wrong) Place - [41:51] Will Dan Ever Run for Office? - [44:22] Additional Thoughts About Campaigns - [44:57] How Do I Get Involved in a Campaign? - [46:11] Campaign Office Structure - [46:26] Regarding Consultants - [50:07] Balanced Politics - [51:40] Campaign Inspiration - [51:58] Life Lessons from Dan - [53:35] Where to Find Dan - [56:58] Dan’s Twitter: @Mac_Danny_ Partners / Ads: Dorey Kronick Graphic Design Need a logo for your business, a website to showcase your products and/or services, a poster for your upcoming event, or art for your next big music album? How about custom wedding invitations, menu designs for your restaurant, or marketing collateral to promote your latest company launch? Whether you're looking for assistance creating unique on-screen or print designs, let Dorey Kronick help turn your dreamy ideas into a visual reality! Take a look at her work & contact her at doreykronick.com, follow her on Instagram as @doreykronick, OR check her out on Facebook as Dorey Kronick Art & Design. Knit Marketing Academy - In addition to hiring and training our own team, we love to help businesses grow their own youth teams. Whether you’re starting a summer internship program or hiring a social media manager, give us a call and we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about youth employment. knitmarketing.com  Good Quotes: “First thing I did, which one of the lessons I've learned in life is… hire people to do things you don't know how to do, and then learn from them.” - [8:29] “If you've raised money from all max out donors, well, you might not be the most viable candidate if someone has raised the same amount of money from small dollar donors, because they can easily outpace you. So that's why a campaign finance reform is so important.” - [10:18] “I don't want to fail kids, but I think people need to learn how to fail because learning how to fail is an art within itself.” - [30:12] “Just because you are somewhere now, doesn't mean you're not going to be where you want to be and just because you didn't meet your goal today doesn't mean you won't meet a goal tomorrow or that goal later in a way you didn't expect.” - [51:31]

    58 min
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The 13th Grade Podcast is an audio experience for lifelong learners. We're breaking down topics that we didn't learn in school through expert interviews, personal stories, and some opinionated Gen Z'ers. Themes include personal finance, relationships, self-discovery, politics, and so much more! Host: Rebecca Borough Produced by: Knit Marketing

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  • Creator
    Knit Marketing
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Knit Marketing
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    The 13th Grade Podcast