TSCS PODCAST 10: 5 Minute Expert Talks
10 | 5 Minute Expert Talks
In this podcast we are talking big ideas, actual and actionable takeaways, and lots of fun with the camp community and professionals!
One of the powers of The Summer Camp Society is the number of voices that are heard. Through countless trainings, Expert Calls and retreats, the summer camp community gets the opportunity to hear every voice. This week we spotlight some of the many voices heard during the Fall 2022 TSCS Retreat. Monia Johnson, Maddy Linder, Claire Griffith and John Rice share their 5 minute expert talks.
The idea behind 5 Minute Expert Talks is that everyone is an expert in something. What is something you can talk about for 5 minutes because you know so much about it? This can be anything from the best water bottle for each person to why philosophy is for every age. If you’re looking for some quick inspiration and new perspectives, this is the podcast for you.
Producer EmJ’s takeaways:
One size doesn’t fit all— in SO many ways.
What could we learn from those around us if we gave the space for them to teach?
Math is clearly made up, thanks John.
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monia johnson
Monia Johnson, Founding Camp Director for Camp Beyond, a camp affiliate of Change Summer. Monia holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology, and a Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Monia has worked in numerous industries across sectors (Finance, Learning & Organization Development, Education, Youth Development & Advocacy). Through her work at Change Summer, Monia aspires to build robust social-emotional learning opportunities where campers can discover their strengths, test their limits and learn new skills while having fun.
To get in contact, email Monia
Maddy Linder
Maddy is a dedicated and passionate kid-advocate. She grew up going to a self-directed democratic school in Washington state and has been going to summer camp since she was a kid; she is currently a Camp Director at Camp Stomping Ground. She believes in the power of play and that having a space to belong is transformative. Maddy is her happiest when on a hiking trail, petting a dog, or playing a board game with friends.
To get in contact, email Maddy
CLAIRE GRIFFITH
Claire is a co-coordinator of camp and nature programs who is a fierce advocate for accessibility and a lover of nature. Growing up they moved around the world, getting to see all of the natural beauty it had to offer. After settling down in Michigan with their family, nature hikes became a way to decompress and step away from the busy day to day life, so when they came to work at Howell Nature Center it only made sense that they wanted to give that same experience to everyone, regardless of age, gender, sexuality, or ability. Claire is also currently working on their master's degree in outdoor accessibility and safety management.
To get in contact, email Claire
JOHN RICE
As a ‘cross-pollinator’ of ideas, John has a passion for creating welcoming environments that kindle the power of imagination. With over a decade of direct youth development work, John has seen the revolutionary value that sharing, exploration, and collaboration can have on re-imagining the norms in spaces. John serves as the Director of Impact at Camp Reimagined where he is partnering with young people to create sleepaway camp experiences.
To get in contact, email John
MK THOMASON
Substitute Host, MK is a director at Stomping Ground. They love climbing things, chasing children in CTF, and will pet any animal that will let them. This year, they are working with staffing, programming, and logistics.
To get in contact, email MK
The Summer Camp Society Podcast is edited and produced by EmJ Juszczyk.
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