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Freedom Writers Podcast: "Safari of the Soul"

  • By Ella Charon
  • 01 Jun, 2018

Listen to renowned teacher Erin Gruwell's inspiring conversation with Kathy and RYW Director Jess Burnquist's feature on this special podcast episode.  

"We mustn't deny the importance of that creative spark in each of us," declares author and producer Kathy Eldon. In Episode 9 of the Freedom Writers #Podcast, our inspiring guest recounts her family's vibrant life of adventure, art, and activism, and how she helped nurture her children's creativity from a young age. She also talks about empowering others, having a mission statement, and the importance of taking action to create the life of your choice. Don't miss this one! iTunes: https://apple.co/2rG2F5T Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2sj8TZD

The Freedom Writers Podcast is a show about education and how it can change the world. On Episode 9: Safari of the Soul, renowned educator Erin Gruwell shares her conversation with author and producer Kathy Eldon, who recounts her family's vibrant life of adventure, art, and activism, and how she helped nurture her children's creativity from a young age. Listen to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher

You can learn more about the Freedom Writers Foundation here.  

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