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The Grammar Gap: Bridging the Knowledge Divide

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow welcomes Patty McGee to address the systemic challenges of grammar education. Why aren't we spending enough time on this crucial topic? Together, they explore the barriers teachers face and provide actionable solutions that help educators prioritize grammar while nurturing creativity. Don’t miss this insightful discussion!  Who is Patty McGee? Patty McGee is a nationally recognized literacy consultant, speaker, and educator with a passion for transforming classrooms into spaces where language and learning come alive. With decades of experience as a teacher, coach, and advocate for delightful literacy practices, Patty has worked alongside educators across the country, partnering to unlock the full potential of their students through innovative and practical teaching strategies. "Not Your Granny’s Grammar" is her third book. You can find Patty: On the web: https://pattymcgee.org/ [https://pattymcgee.org/] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmgmcgee/ [https://www.instagram.com/pmgmcgee/] On Threads: https://www.threads.com/@pmgmcgee [https://www.threads.com/@pmgmcgee] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patty-mcgee-36507926/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/patty-mcgee-36507926/] Purchase Patty's book, "Not Your Granny’s Grammar," here: https://www.corwin.com/books/not-your-grannys-grammar-288198 [https://www.corwin.com/books/not-your-grannys-grammar-288198] Promo: Use code "Save20" for 20% off and free shipping Additional resource: https://www.middleweb.com/52349/welcome-the-fanboys-grammar-fan-club/ [https://www.middleweb.com/52349/welcome-the-fanboys-grammar-fan-club/] Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/ouriAsjkVTU [https://youtube.com/live/ouriAsjkVTU] Rate this episode on IMDB: TBA ******************************************** Follow Gabrielle Crichlow: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow [https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow [https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360] Follow A Step Ahead Tutoring Services: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices] On X: https://www.x.com/ASATS2013 [https://www.x.com/ASATS2013] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/] On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices] On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013 [https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013] On Eventbrite: https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com [https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com] Visit us on the web: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com [https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com] Sign up for our email list: https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe [https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe] Sign up for our text list: https://tapit.us/cipPJO [https://tapit.us/cipPJO] Check out our entire "Hot Topics!" podcast: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast [https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast] Support us: Cash App: https://cash.app/$ASATS2013 [https://cash.app/$ASATS2013] PayPal: https://paypal.me/ASATS2013 [https://paypal.me/ASATS2013] Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013 [https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013] Zelle: success@astepaheadtutoringservices.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support] Original date of episode: February 25, 2026

Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Adversity

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this motivating episode, Gabrielle Crichlow sits down with guest Alan Lazaros to hear his incredible story of overcoming hardship. After going from a stable life to struggling financially, Alan discovered key lessons about self-improvement that can change the industry. This episode dives into why optimizing personal success matters and shares tips for viewers to stay focused on their goals, even when life gets overwhelming. Who is Alan Lazaros? At age 2, his father passed away in a car accident. At age 26, after getting into a nearly fatal car accident himself, Alan questioned everything he was doing in life. He questioned who he was and the choices he was making. He was at an all-time low and decided to change his trajectory forever. Although he had a successful career in Corporate America, he made the hard decision to start his own business dedicated to helping others get to the Next Level in their life, love, health, and wealth. He is the CEO of the Next Level University podcast, a global top 100 podcast with over 2300 episodes, listened in 180+ countries. You can find Alan: On the web: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com [https://www.nextleveluniverse.com] On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros [https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88 [https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc] On YouTube # 1: https://www.youtube.com/@NextLevelUniversity [https://www.youtube.com/@NextLevelUniversity] On YouTube # 2: https://www.youtube.com/@BusinessGrowthUniversity [https://www.youtube.com/@BusinessGrowthUniversity] Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/np2J28-5G-0 [https://youtube.com/live/np2J28-5G-0] Rate this episode on IMDB: TBA ******************************************** Follow Gabrielle Crichlow: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow [https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow [https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360] Follow A Step Ahead Tutoring Services: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices] On X: https://www.x.com/ASATS2013 [https://www.x.com/ASATS2013] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/] On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices] On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013 [https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013] On Eventbrite: https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com [https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com] Visit us on the web: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com [https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com] Sign up for our email list: https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe [https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe] Sign up for our text list: https://tapit.us/cipPJO [https://tapit.us/cipPJO] Check out our entire "Hot Topics!" podcast: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast [https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast] Support us: Cash App: https://cash.app/$ASATS2013 [https://cash.app/$ASATS2013] PayPal: https://paypal.me/ASATS2013 [https://paypal.me/ASATS2013] Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013 [https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013] Zelle: success@astepaheadtutoringservices.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support] Original date of episode: February 4, 2026

The Hidden Struggles: Trauma and Learning in Foster Care

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow and guest Sharon Dunlevy highlight the significant effects of trauma on children's learning capabilities in foster care. They examine how exposure to drugs, alcohol, and physical abuse can hinder academic progress and emotional well-being. Tune in to discover actionable steps foster parents can take to support their children's educational rights and needs. Educational advocacy involves understanding those rights and striving to ensure they are upheld in the educational system. Who is Sharon Dunlevy? Sharon Dunlevy is an educational advocate for children in foster care. It is her mission to bring the educational needs of children in foster care to the attention of those who can change policies and practices that would give more children in foster care the ability to succeed educationally, the foundation for their ability to succeed after leaving care. Her primary work includes training foster parents on the educational laws that affect children in foster care and how to use those laws to ensure these children graduate successfully. But Sharon is not just a trainer, she is also a speaker and influencer. She has recently participated in two speaking competitions with the intent of bringing attention to those needs, winning fan favorite in the second competition. You can find Sharon: On the web: https://sharondunlevy.com/ [https://sharondunlevy.com/] On Facebook (page): https://www.facebook.com/fostercaretrainingtoday [https://www.facebook.com/fostercaretrainingtoday] On Facebook (group): https://www.facebook.com/groups/fosteradoptivefamilies [https://www.facebook.com/groups/fosteradoptivefamilies] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharondunlevy72 [https://www.instagram.com/sharondunlevy72] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharondunlevy/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharondunlevy/] On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharondunlevy [https://www.tiktok.com/@sharondunlevy] By email: sharon@sharondunlevy.com Purchase Sharon's ebook, "From Placement to Graduation and Beyond: How to Navigate Education in Foster Care. The Path Forward," here: https://fostercaretrainingtoday.com/ebook [https://fostercaretrainingtoday.com/ebook] Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/SwaHEGZu1YY [https://youtube.com/live/SwaHEGZu1YY] Rate this episode on IMDB: TBA ******************************************** Follow Gabrielle Crichlow: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow [https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow [https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360] Follow A Step Ahead Tutoring Services: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices] On X: https://www.x.com/ASATS2013 [https://www.x.com/ASATS2013] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/] On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices] On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013 [https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013] On Eventbrite: https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com [https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com] Visit us on the web: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com [https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com] Sign up for our email list: https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe [https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe] Sign up for our text list: https://tapit.us/cipPJO [https://tapit.us/cipPJO] Check out our entire "Hot Topics!" podcast: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast [https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast] Support us: Cash App: https://cash.app/$ASATS2013 [https://cash.app/$ASATS2013] PayPal: https://paypal.me/ASATS2013 [https://paypal.me/ASATS2013] Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013 [https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013] Zelle: success@astepaheadtutoringservices.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support] Original date of episode: January 13, 2026

Navigating College Costs: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents

Welcome to Hot Topics! Host Gabrielle Crichlow and guest Shellee Howard discuss how to tackle college expenses while preparing your child for a successful future. If you're worried about affording college, this episode will guide you in establishing your child’s traits, identifying the right schools, and developing a financial strategy that leverages scholarships and grants. Who is Shellee Howard? Shellee Howard is the founder and CEO of College Ready, a college admissions and financial strategy consulting firm that helps families send their students to college without losing their mind or their money. After guiding her oldest son into Harvard as a Biology pre-med major and her second to graduate debt-free from the University of Alabama, she turned her hard-won experience into a proven, purpose-driven system. Over the past 18 years, College Ready students have earned more than $80 million in scholarships through personalized strategies and Passion with a Purpose community-impact projects. A two-time bestselling author, international speaker, and global education advocate, Shellee has been featured on FOX, CBS, NBC, and Inside Success TV’s Next Level CEO with Daymond John. She was just named 2026 Global Educational Consultant of the year. You can find Shellee Howard: On the web: https://www.collegereadyplan.com/ [https://www.collegereadyplan.com/] On Facebook (personal): https://www.facebook.com/shellee.howard1 [https://www.facebook.com/shellee.howard1] On Facebook (business): https://www.facebook.com/CollegeReadyPlan [https://www.facebook.com/CollegeReadyPlan] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegereadyplan/ [https://www.instagram.com/collegereadyplan/] On X: https://x.com/GoCollegeReady [https://x.com/GoCollegeReady] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleehoward/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleehoward/] On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr_WodPHDfSWEbiPdsRDbyQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr_WodPHDfSWEbiPdsRDbyQ] On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@collegereadyplan [https://www.tiktok.com/@collegereadyplan] Purchase Shellee's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=shellee+howard&crid=R6Q34NN4HATZ&sprefix=shellee+ho%2Caps%2C238&ref=nb_sb_ss_p13n-expert-pd-ops-ranker_1_10 [https://www.amazon.com/s?k=shellee+howard&crid=R6Q34NN4HATZ&sprefix=shellee+ho%2Caps%2C238&ref=nb_sb_ss_p13n-expert-pd-ops-ranker_1_10] Free gift # 1: Complementary 30-minute "Are you College Ready meeting": https://www.collegeereadyplan.info [https://www.collegeereadyplan.info] Free Gift # 2: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cdPLB532DnuwWAXusr7Xk-TuP-Tm7UmG/view?usp=drive_link [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cdPLB532DnuwWAXusr7Xk-TuP-Tm7UmG/view?usp=drive_link] Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/R-wLboGEWzQ [https://youtube.com/live/R-wLboGEWzQ] Rate this episode on IMDB: TBA ******************************************** Follow Gabrielle Crichlow: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow [https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow [https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360] Follow A Step Ahead Tutoring Services: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices] On X: https://www.x.com/ASATS2013 [https://www.x.com/ASATS2013] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/] On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices] On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013 [https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013] On Eventbrite: https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com [https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com] Visit us on the web: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com [https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com] Sign up for our email list: https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe [https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe] Sign up for our text list: https://tapit.us/cipPJO [https://tapit.us/cipPJO] Check out our entire "Hot Topics!" podcast: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast [https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast] Support us: Cash App: https://cash.app/$ASATS2013 [https://cash.app/$ASATS2013] PayPal: https://paypal.me/ASATS2013 [https://paypal.me/ASATS2013] Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013 [https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013] Zelle: success@astepaheadtutoringservices.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support] Original date of episode: January 8, 2026

Behind the Admissions Curtain: What Colleges Really Want

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, Dr. Kellie Coppi, CEP, reveals insider tips on what colleges look for in essays. Along with host Gabrielle Crichlow, Dr. Coppi will tackle a sample application question together, breaking down how to approach it effectively and authentically. This episode is perfect for high school juniors and seniors. Who is Dr. Kellie Coppi? Dr. Kellie Coppi, CEP, is a board-certified educational planner through the AICEP who works with college-bound students on anything from course selection to college lists to, in particular, the admissions essay process. Seventeen years in the business helping hundreds of families per year. You can find Dr. Coppi: On the web: https://sayyestotheessaywithdrcoppi.com/ [https://sayyestotheessaywithdrcoppi.com/] On Facebook # 1: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580879431978 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580879431978] On Facebook # 2: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090534173974 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090534173974] Promo: 10% off college list building services when you mention that you heard about her services from our "Hot Topics!" podcast! Watch Dr. Coppi's free recorded webinar on the college admissions process: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1e8TANthsndJhxsPGax1kua8ydiiRQ3nN/view?usp=sharing [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1e8TANthsndJhxsPGax1kua8ydiiRQ3nN/view?usp=sharing] Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/R547Nm8deSA [https://youtube.com/live/R547Nm8deSA] Rate this episode on IMDB: TBA ******************************************** Follow Gabrielle Crichlow: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow [https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow [https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360] Follow A Step Ahead Tutoring Services: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices] On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices] On X: https://www.x.com/ASATS2013 [https://www.x.com/ASATS2013] On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/] On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices [https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices] On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013 [https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013] On Eventbrite: https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com [https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com] Visit us on the web: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com [https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com] Sign up for our email list: https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe [https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe] Sign up for our text list: https://tapit.us/cipPJO [https://tapit.us/cipPJO] Check out our entire "Hot Topics!" podcast: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast [https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast] Support us: Cash App: https://cash.app/$ASATS2013 [https://cash.app/$ASATS2013] PayPal: https://paypal.me/ASATS2013 [https://paypal.me/ASATS2013] Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013 [https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013] Zelle: success@astepaheadtutoringservices.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support] Original date of episode: December 27, 2025