Breaking Down the Wall
Education Podcasts
Learning is an everyday occurrence in our lives. We learn at our workplace, we take time to study at home, we even "learn" during our leisure time. Every moment of the day we have an opportunity to grow by learning something new. Breaking Down the Wall takes you on a journey behind that wall while allowing us to learn and grow from daily events, from all angles. At Breaking Down the Wall we discuss topics ranging from typical classroom instruction, mentoring, to even our own life experiences. We uncover tools and concepts, have stimulating conversations with great people who want to share their stories, and we create an open learning world for everyone who listens. We offer viewpoints to quench your thirst to learn and to help create learning moments for every day. We help you Break Down the Wall... Tune in to every episode where we will provide you, the listener, with inspiration and content designed to entertain and enlighten. Enjoy, and Keep Breaking Down the Wall
Location:
United States
Genres:
Education Podcasts
Description:
Learning is an everyday occurrence in our lives. We learn at our workplace, we take time to study at home, we even "learn" during our leisure time. Every moment of the day we have an opportunity to grow by learning something new. Breaking Down the Wall takes you on a journey behind that wall while allowing us to learn and grow from daily events, from all angles. At Breaking Down the Wall we discuss topics ranging from typical classroom instruction, mentoring, to even our own life experiences. We uncover tools and concepts, have stimulating conversations with great people who want to share their stories, and we create an open learning world for everyone who listens. We offer viewpoints to quench your thirst to learn and to help create learning moments for every day. We help you Break Down the Wall... Tune in to every episode where we will provide you, the listener, with inspiration and content designed to entertain and enlighten. Enjoy, and Keep Breaking Down the Wall
Language:
English
Episodes
Lessons From Dad - Reflections on Life
2/16/2021
On December 30, 2020, I lost my dad... It has not been easy, as those who have lost a close family member can tell you. Losing a parent, especially during COVID, made his death difficult, Alzheimer's made our journey impossible to grasp...
In our Season Two Premiere of Breaking Down the Wall, I share a few lessons I learned from my Dad, many can relate as they may have learned similar lessons from their Dads. In this episode, you will experience the world of my Dad, Earl Banks. You will...
Duration:00:26:58
A Visit from Saint Nick - The Holiday Special
12/21/2020
As we end our first season, our top-notch staff tracked down a very special guest for our timely interview. Here it is, our Holiday Special with the Big Guy in Red!!
Santa is a big fan of Breaking Down the Wall, eager to take a moment these last few days before his big night to "Zoom" in for a quick talk. I was able to ask key questions, and he did not disappoint. We found how the elves are dealing with the last-minute preparations, how Santa was still able to speak with the children and...
Duration:00:22:26
Is Virtual Learning Failing our Students?
12/15/2020
We see it in the news every day, the pandemic has caused problems... it is the understatement of the year. Education has suffered as almost 40% of all school districts have reverted to virtual learning and even more have adopted a blended version. It is in these times we need answers to the question... How can you help your child gain an edge when faced with a virtual environment learning challenge?? Does your future star employee have skills that can be born out of difficult times?? Can you...
Duration:00:16:56
RECAST: FMIMH Ding, This is your Captain Speaking...
12/4/2020
Five Minutes Inside My Head (FMIMH) RECAST:
Moving up valuable podcasts people enjoy is important to us at Breaking Down The Wall. When a story, concept, or idea is important, it should be played, over and over again. Our minds are programmed to receive information based on what state it is in. No, not like Colorado, New York, or Virginia... I mean the state of mind.
Customer service is critical, GOOD customer service is heavenly and is a staple to being number one. With that said, when we...
Duration:00:05:53
2020 In Review - What We Learned from Breaking Down The Wall
12/1/2020
All good things must come to an end and the Season Finale of Breaking Down The Wall is no different...
Welcome to the last episode of 2020. As we prepare for a new year and a new podcast season, we wrapped 2020 up with a little bow and say goodbye... In our first year-end recap, we bring to you the best of what we learned back with a summary in the immortal words of our guests. We begin our journey with UMass Lowell professor Bill Vales and the lessons we learned from early in this pandemic...
Duration:00:42:54
Five Minutes Inside My Head - Through Rose Colored Glasses
10/12/2020
We all look at the world through rose-colored glasses during certain times of our lives. We want to believe that with every bad, that some good will appear. It is more important today with the challenges we face to keep that glowing optimism. We start each day with this hope and with the faith that things will get better. Compliments... occur rarely and sometimes when fully unexpected. Compliments can be veiled, shown through emotions, but typically delivered in words. These compliments...
Duration:00:07:12
Online Learning in a College Environment - Five Months Later, an Encore
9/28/2020
Back in April 2020, we spoke with Professor William "Bill" Vales. Five months have passed and it appears information delivered back then is the key to the future of Online Learning. We revisited the episode, extracted key elements of the discussion, and added commentary to tie the concepts into today's world.
Listen to the keys to success for delivering AND taking an online session. The information is valuable to anyone who is, working in the workforce, taking college classes, high school,...
Duration:00:23:38
Change Management Hasn't Changed, Has It?
9/3/2020
Over the years the term "Change Management" has come to mean many things. From organizations to employees, we all see change differently. The origins of Change Management has been disputed over the years, but one thing remains the same... change is difficult, uncomfortable, and goes against human nature.
Join us for a brief history of Change Management and a deep dive into the three steps or phases of change... The model is still in use today, every successful change needs a plan and needs...
Duration:00:16:36
Five Minutes Inside My Head - Ding, This Is Your Captain Speaking...
9/3/2020
Happy Labor Day, it is a time when we think about the people who serve us daily... your coffee barista, service station attendant, store clerk, even our pilots. We as a people seem to forget to be human when working with others...
Time to be civil?? Well at least let's celebrate the working people, ALL working people, and enjoy each other.
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kennethbanks)
Duration:00:05:53
Five Minutes Inside My Head - Contract Training - For the Cheap?
9/2/2020
Today's business needs to be cognizant of cost. Who am I kidding, every business has been tight with their money and today in this world it is just as true. Not all businesses are in this boat, many just don't know the real cost of a (contract) contractor, well maybe some of them don't...
Every contractor is faced with a challenge in this world today. Contractors seek to improve the bottom line of clients while building a strong platform for both businesses. In my field, it is all about...
Duration:00:06:08
Five Minutes Inside My Head - Elementary My Dear Teacher (Hybrid Learning)
9/2/2020
Some have the skills, most need to develop (or improve) our skills. Today's teachers, facilitators, and trainers are forced to provide a new style of providing learning - Hybrid Learning.
It is not as easy as some of us make it seem. Training today has its challenges and has put improved delivery of teaching on the map. Common sense will dictate the best way to approach this challenge. Adjusting to a new era of training?? We simply must simplify and go back to what we know the best...
A...
Duration:00:05:45
Five Minutes Inside My Head - A Career Rebirth
8/26/2020
As we grow old, we question many things around us. We ask somewhat stupid questions and sometimes enlightening and insightful queries. It wasn't that long ago when I asked myself the most important one after a layoff... So, did you follow your dream??
Signs to change your life, your career, or even direction can come from different places. It can be a phrase somebody utters, a picture in a storefront window, it could be a subtle moment in a movie you used to dampen your brain before...
Duration:00:06:21
Transformational Toolkit & Business Storytelling with Dr Karen Dietz
8/19/2020
Today's world needs communication that works! Employees and managers need to be actively listening to their staff, their clients, and use common sense. Tools provide the platform, but the change must come from the person and must be communicated effectively. Leaders must be willing to grow with their staff, teams must communicate.
Dr. Karen Dietz, an award-winning author, and speaker joined us to discuss the world today and the changes it requires. From utilizing the tools in the...
Duration:00:34:20
Another Five Minutes Inside My Head - Online Learning & Kids
8/12/2020
As this crazy world spins, we hang on and hope for the best. During my podcasts, we venture into the land of unknown armed with knowledge and designs for the future of learning. In this edition of "Another Five Minutes Inside my Head", you will hear an amazing story about a Chef, her proteges, and their learning... online.
Join me for another five minutes and see what the world can do when we just move forward...
Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kennethbanks)
Duration:00:06:14
Networking and Education Innovation with Marg Bouse
8/7/2020
Getting noticed in the business world when looking for a job is not easy. It becomes more difficult as we age and when we become laid-off from a company. Marg Bouse, a mentor, and venture catalyst has been a friend of mine and co-worker for over ten years, she shares her insight and discusses her brilliant LinkedIn "networking" post.
In this episode, we discuss her approach to networking and mentors who have guided her. Marg provides a glimpse into her desire to "serve" and how all that...
Duration:00:45:23
RECAST: Episode 102 - Leadership Training with Cate Rafferty
8/2/2020
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!!
Thank you for the notes of encouragement from those looking to hear the Podcast with the Cate Rafferty, owner of Cate Rafferty Consulting. Our stimulating conversation was well received and contained key points from early in the COVID pandemic that still holds true today. Recorded back in April of 2020, Cate and I explore the next chapter in developmental training in the business world and with leadership training.
We hope you enjoy this encore presentation of our...
Duration:00:28:04