
Gratitude, Micro Spaces, and The Future: Essential Reflections
From Educate U.S. by Leon Media Network
December 23, 2025 · 16 min · Episode 115
About this episode
Stacey and Patrice reflect on the year 2025, discussing gratitude, micro spaces, and critical challenges in education and health.
Stacey and Patrice give a look back at 2025 on the show, emphasizing gratitude and the immense power of micro spaces for creating lasting change (inspired by guest Susan Sturm). The ladies reflect on critical challenges, including navigating disinformation in areas like maternal health and discussing the impact of recent funding shifts on research. Also, the ladies share exciting details about their upcoming book, designed specifically for educational leaders and small business owners, and introduce their plans for new guests who align with the book’s themes. A sincere thank you to the listeners for a year of shared insights! Preorder the book at - Pre-Order Link The Educate U.S. podcast is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. & Positively Tea. Enjoy a cup of the best tasting coffee (and tea!) while listening to Stacey & Patrice break down the latest from the world of education & beyond! Visit this link - https://lddy.no/1k3n0 & use their promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People in this episode
Hosts: Stacey, Patrice
Guest: Susan Sturm
Topics covered
- gratitude
- micro spaces
- disinformation
- maternal health
- funding shifts
- educational leaders
- small business owners
Keywords
- gratitude
- micro spaces
- disinformation
- maternal health
- funding shifts
- educational leaders
- small business owners
Sponsors
Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC, Positively Tea
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