How to Raise Successful People with Esther Wojcicki

How to Raise Successful People with Esther Wojcicki

Author: Jesse McCarthy April 13, 2021 Duration: 51:18

"I had this goal: I wanted my kids to be independent." Esther Wojcicki

Meet Esther, the star teacher known as "Woj" to her loving students in Palo Alto and the mom of three very successful children: Susan, CEO of YouTube; Anne, Cofounder/CEO of 23andMe; and Janet, an anthropologist and associate professor of pediatrics.

Esther is also a big fan of Montessori.

The Montessori Education Podcast with Jesse McCarthy | https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/how-to-raise-successful-people-with-esther-wojcicki


Ever wondered how the principles of Montessori can transform not just a classroom, but your entire approach to family life? Montessori Education with Jesse McCarthy delves into that very question, moving beyond theory to explore practical, everyday applications. Host Jesse McCarthy guides conversations that feel like a thoughtful dialogue with a knowledgeable friend, focusing on the real-world challenges and joys faced by parents and educators alike. Each episode unpacks how respecting a child's innate curiosity and drive for independence can lead to more harmonious homes and effective learning environments. You'll hear discussions on creating prepared spaces, fostering concentration, and navigating the social-emotional growth of young people. This podcast operates on a beautiful parallel track: it’s about guiding children and students while also committing to our own growth as adults alongside them. The content is rooted in the timeless framework of Montessori, yet feels immediately relevant, whether you're a teacher in a classroom setting or a parent figuring things out at home. Tune in for a blend of philosophical insight and actionable advice that reimagines education as a shared, lifelong journey.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Montessori Education with Jesse McCarthy
Podcast Episodes
Being with Children | Silvia Dubovoy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:39
Seeing the child, and ourselves, with clear eyes montessorieducation.com/podcast/being-with-children-silvia-dubovoy
Too Independent? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:55
How to handle the strong-willed child
Play | Peter Gray [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:25
Do children need more play — without adults around?
Mr. Rogers, a role model [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:51
"There's no person in the whole world like you." Mr. Rogers A thank you to Mr. Fred Rogers for what he's done for children, and for us all...
Does Montessori School Make A Difference? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:36
William Kelly talks about how his Montessori schooling, from preschool to junior high, helped him develop into a successful educational-technology entrepreneur and a flourishing human being.
Acknowledging Emotions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:08
The importance and how-to of mirroring feelings
The Spirit of Montessori | Sanford Jones [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:09
What if you could learn from an individual with literally a half century of experience in Montessori? Meet Sanford Jones.
A Dad's Perspective: Parenting Values [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:30
"How do I deal with each day-to-day issue that comes up with my children, while also helping to instill values that last?"

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