No Silly Questions- An Education Podcast for Parents

Welcome to No Silly Questions, with your hosts Danielle Freilich and Jordana Fruchter, two New York City educators, school leaders and friends. We were inspired to develop No Silly Questions, after noticing how often our friends were calling us with education-related questions for their kids! Asking us for our insight on everything from the different pedagogical approaches, to developmental milestones in the first few years of life, to navigating how to support their child’s learning needs - you name it! We could see there was a need to provide parents with relatable, research-based answers from true experts in the field. On this podcast, you’ll hear from pediatric neuropsychologists, elected school officials, ed. tech entrepreneurs, play advocates, professors of multiple intelligence theory and more to bridge the gap of information and strengthen your parent tool kit. We want all parents to know that there is no such thing as a silly question.

No Silly Questions- An Education Podcast for Parents is a education podcast hosted by Danielle Freilich and Jordana Fruchter, with 83 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Danielle Freilich and Jordana Fruchter hosts No Silly Questions- An Education Podcast for Parents, a education show with 83 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  What is a Classical Education? With Rabbi Abraham Unger, Ph.D.

  Aug 16, 202649 minS6

  As AI and EdTech infiltrate our schools, a paradoxical trend is also emerging- a resurgence of classical education. But don’t be fooled. These philosophies are not necessarily in conflict with each other, as today's guest helps us understand. As he puts it , by mastering the classical arts of grammar, rhetoric and logic, students will have the habits of mind necessary for clear reasoning, strong writing, public speaking, and close analysis of texts and ideas. And who can argue with that? Bio: Rabbi Abraham Unger, Ph.D., is the founder and leader of Tikvah’s Millstone Scholars program and the founding head of school of Emet Classical Academy. Rabbi Unger possesses a unique background in the world of education, having served as a tenured university professor, a research scholar, a Hebrew school principal, a campus rabbi, a middle school teacher, and the creator of various Jewish youth and outreach programs. Rabbi Unger was formerly a Professor at Wagner College in urban policy and public administration, where he also served as the campus Hillel Rabbi and established the Chai Society. He has held senior research appointments at NYU and Fordham University and is the author of three peer reviewed books and numerous articles. Prior to completing his Ph.D., Rabbi Unger was Executive Director of the American Friends of Rambam Medical Center. He founded the Mosaic Colony for the Arts, a non-profit education organization which trained Jewish students in the arts. He received his Ph.D. in political science from Fordham University and his certificate of Rabbinical ordination from Telz-Stone Kollel in Israel. Rabbi Unger was deeply influenced by his undergraduate experience at the Manhattan School of Music and its conservatory model of education.

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  Episode #5

  Just ask Brooke! With Brooke Parker, Education and Parenting Consultant

  Aug 9, 202654 minS6

  Today we’ve compiled all of your quick-hit “No Silly Questions” and brought on an expert known for having the answers in a pinch. We’re talking about Brooke Parker from “Just Ask Brooke.” This wide-ranging conversation covers common questions - from routines, to reading, and more- and we’re confident Brooke’s signature combination of research and reliability will benefit all of you tuning in. Brooke Parker is a native New Yorker with deep ties to the independent school community. She holds a BA in Child Development and Spanish from Tufts University and an MA in Early Childhood Education from Columbia University’s Teachers College. Brooke has experience as an early childhood educator and lower school teacher, and as a learning specialist. Brooke also brings a comprehensive understanding of the early childhood and Kindergarten admissions process as she worked as an admissions coordinator, designing assessments, conducting interviews, and writing evaluations—in so doing, she gained insight into what schools truly seek in applicants. For over a decade, Brooke has guided families with a personalized, collaborative approach that highlights each child’s strengths and learning style. She also advises organizations on developmentally appropriate offerings for children and parents, and is known for her thoughtful, limited-client practice and commitment to nurturing confidence, joy, and a lifelong love of learning.

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  Episode #4

  What does it mean for a child to be gifted? With Samantha Gabrielli, Lower School Head of the Speyer Legacy School, and Dr. Jordan Zelinger, School Psychologist

  Aug 2, 202637 minS6

  All children are special and excel in different ways. But today, we are seeking to gain a precise understanding of what exactly “giftedness” means as a designation in a school context. We are so grateful to be joined by two prominent educators from the Speyer Legacy School to break it down for us. BIO Dr. Jordan Zelinger is a Licensed Psychologist and practices as a School Psychologist at The Speyer Legacy School, an independent school for gifted learners in New York City. In addition to working in schools, for the past decade Dr. Zelinger has been performing comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations and providing psychotherapy and he’s also the co-author of a children's book titled, "Please Explain Anxiety to Me: Simple Biology for Children and Parents". Samantha Gabrielli is an educator with more than 15 years of experience in classroom teaching and school leadership across charter, public, and private schools. She holds a B.A. in History, a B.A. in Secondary Education, and a certificate in Reading Education, all from Rowan University, and is currently completing her M.S.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction for Gifted Education at the University of Virginia.

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  Episode #3

  What is Russian Math? With Russian School of Mathematics founder Inessa Rifkin, and Masha Gershman, VP of Outreach

  Jul 26, 202646 minS6

  If there’s any enrichment program we get asked about the most- it’s got to be Russian Math. And if you have school-aged children, it’s likely you’ve heard of the Russian School of Math program too and may even be wondering if it’s worth it to you to sign your child up. On today’s episode, we’re thrilled to have a rare interview with the founder of RSM, where we break it all down for you. Www.nosillyquestionspodcast.com

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  Episode #2

  Is EdTech good for learning? With Caroline Bryk, Senior Director at Tikvah

  Jul 19, 202654 minS6

  Your child is 6. It’s their first day of kindergarten. And instead of a desk full of papers and pencils, and a backpack with books, they’ve got, well, their tablet. Times have changed since we millennials were in grade school- and a key hallmark of that change has been the introduction of educational technology into the classroom. But are these technologies helping or hindering learning? On today’s episode of NSQ, we bring on a guest who is making it her mission to educate parents on what they need to know. Caroline Bryk serves as a Senior Director at Tikvah, a think tank based in NY that advances Jewish excellence and Western civilization through education & ideas. At Tikvah, Caroline focuses on strengthening a network of hundreds of Jewish Day Schools across the United States. Caroline also founded Tikvah’s Jewish Parents Forum – an educational program for thousands of Jewish parents across the US - and continues to serve as its Director. Caroline obtained her Bachelors in Psychology from Columbia University, her Masters in Social and Organizational Psychology from Columbia University’s Teachers College, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Jewish Education at Yeshiva University. Caroline serves on the board of her children’s Jewish day school, Westchester Day School. Www.nosillyquestionspodcast.com

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