"The Bulldog Educator" with Kirsten Wilson and Matthew Caston

This is the musings, passions, and reflective learning of Matthew Caston and Kirsten Wilson with a focus on education. Tenacious in spirit and commitment to ensure all students have the access and opportunity to learn. We explore the compelling stories of our past and present to enrich the lives of our educators, scholars, and community. Join me in this adventure and make The Bulldog Educator your "best friend!"

"The Bulldog Educator" with Kirsten Wilson and Matthew Caston is a education podcast hosted by Kirsten Wilson and Matthew Caston, with 98 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.

Kirsten Wilson and Matthew Caston hosts "The Bulldog Educator" with Kirsten Wilson and Matthew Caston, a education show with 98 episodes published.

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  Episode 8 Season 9: Inclusive Digital Citizenship with Kirsten Wilson & Carrie Rogers

  May 7, 202654 minS9

  <p>In this episode of The Bulldog Educator Podcast, co-host Matthew Caston sits down with Carrie Rogers and Kirsten Wilson (normally one of the co-hosts, but in this episode is a guest) to explore their upcoming book, "Inclusive Digital Citizenship."</p><p>This conversation challenges the way we think about digital citizenship, moving beyond internet safety lessons and screen-time debates to ask a deeper question: How do we create digital spaces where every learner can belong, engage, and thrive?</p><p>Together, the authors unpack the realities of the digital divide, the growing importance of digital literacy across generations, and...

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  Episode 7 Season 9: Beyond Data: Rehumanizing Schools Through Brain Science

  Apr 16, 202647 minS9

  <p>In this episode of The Bulldog Educator, Dr. Lisa Riegel joins the conversation to explore how brain science and academic optimism can rehumanize education from the inside out. Drawing on her research at the principal level, Dr. Riegel unpacks the distinct leadership factors that drive school effectiveness—building management and instructional supervision—and explains how her NeuroWell framework helps schools create environments that are safe, supportive, and proactive. Through practical strategies like learning sprints, authentic celebrations, and intentional routines that build resilience, she illustrates how leadership sets the tone for lasting change. The conversation also dives into the power of t...

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  Episode 6 Season 9: Reimagining Preschool Staffing with Paul Buckley, Co-Founder of Ratio Staffing

  Apr 2, 202649 minS9

  <p>What if staffing in early childhood education was built on community instead of commission?</p><p>In this episode of The Bulldog Educator Podcast, Kirsten Wilson and Matt Caston sit down with Paul Buckley, co-founder of Ratio Staffing, a platform designed exclusively to connect preschools with substitute teachers, enrichment educators, and speech pathologists.</p><p>Paul shares his journey from preschool teacher to biotech leader—and how witnessing predatory substitute agency practices inspired him to build something better. Ratio Staffing operates on a simple pay-as-you-go model, eliminating the noise and high fees of traditional job sites while prioritizing meaningful, co...

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  Episode 5 Season 9: Chris Hull- How "Otus" is Connecting the Dots in Student Data

  Mar 19, 202641 minS9

  <p>In this episode of The Bulldog Educator, Kirsten Wilson sits down with Chris Hull, co-founder of Otus, to explore how technology can help educators truly understand and support every student.</p><p>Drawing from his experience as a former teacher, coach, and father of four, Chris shares the story behind Otus — a platform designed to bring together assessment data, attendance, observations, and educator insights into one cohesive system. Instead of forcing teachers to sift through disconnected data points, Otus uses AI to help educators ask questions in everyday language and uncover meaningful patterns that inform instruction.</p><p>Kirsten an...

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  Episode 4 Season 9: Educated Out: The Hidden Cost of Elite College for Rural Students

  Mar 5, 202643 minS9

  <p>What does it really cost rural students to attend elite colleges?</p><p>In this episode, Kirsten and Matt talk with Dr. Mara Tieken, professor of education and author of Educated Out, about the hidden challenges rural, first-generation students face after admission. From financial strain and social isolation to “conditional belonging” and the pull between opportunity and home, Dr. Tieken unpacks the emotional and structural barriers that shape rural students’ college journeys.</p><p>This conversation challenges the idea that access equals equity—and asks what must change so rural students can thrive without being educated out of their communit...

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