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ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie

ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie

By: Carrie Casey and Kate Woodward Young
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Kate and Carrie have over 62 years in the childcare business industry and bring that background to their conversations. Having worked with over 5000 childcare programs across the country in the last 30 years together they are a fun and powerful team - ready to help you tackle your problems with practical solutions.

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  • 330: Are Personal Phones in Childcare Classrooms a Hidden Danger?
    Mar 26 2026

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    In this episode of Childcare Conversations, Kate and Carrie dive into the real risks of staff using personal phones in childcare settings. They share eye-opening stats about explicit content on devices and discuss why strict no-phone policies are a must to keep kids safe. They offer practical tips—like using phone organizers and staff training—to help directors protect children and avoid legal trouble.

    Their friendly, knowledgeable chat is a wake-up call for anyone in childcare: it’s time to take action and put safety first!

    Thanks for Listening 🎧

    • Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖
    • Join our Facebook Group for Childcare professionals!
    • Join our Podcast Newsletter!
    • Want to be a guest on our podcast? Go to our website to learn more.
    • Are you looking for director training in Texas? Check out our Texas Director Website for our training and additional resources!


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    22 mins
  • 329: The Best Tips for Planning a Stress-Free Preschool Graduation Ceremony With Allie Guinn
    Mar 24 2026

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    In this episode of Childcare Conversations, you’ll join Kate, Carrie, and guest Allie Guinn as they chat about all things preschool graduation. They share smart tips for planning meaningful celebrations, from picking the perfect timing (spring or August?) to budgeting for those adorable caps and gowns. Allie dishes out her expertise on safety (watch out for those bargain-bin tassels!) and offers resources to make organizing a breeze.

    You’ll feel like you’re swapping stories with old friends—full of laughs, practical advice, and a little nostalgia. Perfect for anyone gearing up for graduation season!

    Thanks for Listening 🎧

    • Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖
    • Join our Facebook Group for Childcare professionals!
    • Join our Podcast Newsletter!
    • Want to be a guest on our podcast? Go to our website to learn more.
    • Are you looking for director training in Texas? Check out our Texas Director Website for our training and additional resources!


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    27 mins
  • 328: The Best Marketing Partnership Ideas for Childcare Centers!
    Mar 19 2026

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    In this episode of "Childcare Conversations," Kate and Carriechat about a clever way to market your childcare center, by creating a neighborhood guidebook from a child’s perspective! They share how partnering with local realtors and businesses (think: restaurants, pediatricians, movie theaters) can help you connect with new families and stand out as a community leader.

    It’s all about building relationships, sharing resources, and making your center the go-to spot for families moving in. If you love creative, practical ideas (and a good story or two), you’ll feel right at home here!

    Thanks for Listening 🎧

    • Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖
    • Join our Facebook Group for Childcare professionals!
    • Join our Podcast Newsletter!
    • Want to be a guest on our podcast? Go to our website to learn more.
    • Are you looking for director training in Texas? Check out our Texas Director Website for our training and additional resources!


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    17 mins
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