Educator Yarns with Jessica Staines & Bec Burch

Educator Yarns with Jessica Staines & Bec Burch

Jessica Staines

Episodes 82
Avg. Duration 31m
Activity Dormant
Since Dec 2019
Latest Episode Jul 2025

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Weekly
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Episodic
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100%
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kooricurriculum.libsyn.com

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About This Podcast

Educator Yarns serves as an informative and insightful discussion about the importance of embedding Aboriginal perspectives in early childhood education and the need for ongoing education and support in alignment with the Early Years Framework 2.0. Jessica Staines, Director of Koori Curriculum is back for season five with new co-host Bec Burch from Bush Kindy Australia. Together the dynamic duo provide practical advice and resources focusing on the intersection of nature play and Aboriginal culture for early childhood educators who are wanting to delve deeper into Aboriginal programs and explore opportunities for rich and meaningful nature play experiences.

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Recent Episodes

S5 EP17: Six Seasons and Storytelling: Creating Authentic Aboriginal Curriculum in Rural Victoria

Jul 27, 2025 39m

In this episode of Educator Yarns, we sit down with Sue Currell, an early childhood teacher from rural Cobden, Victoria, who has spent over 25 years transforming how Aboriginal perspectives are…

S5 EP16: Beyond Google: One Educator's Path to Authentic Aboriginal Perspectives

Jul 20, 2025 17m

In this episode of Educator Yarns, we meet Andrea de Silva, a finalist for Ally of the Year at the Koorie Curriculum Educator Awards. Originally from India, Andrea shares her remarkable journey of…

S5 EP15: Creating Belonging: Practical Strategies for Cultural Inclusion in Early Learning

Jul 13, 2025 19m

In this episode of Educator Yarns, we sit down with Hayley Callaghan, a dedicated cultural officer and early childhood educator at Learning Pathways in Toowoomba. Hayley, a proud Kamilaroi woman from…

S5 E14: Reciprocity with Country: Giving Back Through Environmental Advocacy

Jul 06, 2025 32m

In this episode of Educator Yarns, hosts Jessica Staines from Koori Curriculum and Bec Buch from Bush Kindy Australia dive deep into practical examples of environmental advocacy that early childhood…

S5 EP13: Creating Cultural Safety: How 50 Educators United on a Reconciliation Journey

Jun 29, 2025 40m

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Lisa Mavin, the nominated supervisor of Tilly's Play Development Centre in Rutherford, who shares her remarkable 18-year journey in early childhood…

S5 EY12: Dogs, Snakes and Safety: Honest Conversations About Bush Kindy Challenges

Jun 22, 2025 40m

In this honest and practical episode of Educator Yarns, Jessica Staines and Bec Burch tackle the concerns many early childhood educators face when taking children out of the gate and onto Country.…

S5 EP11: Country, Connection & Kindergarten: An Educator's Journey in Aboriginal Education

Jun 15, 2025 39m

In this deeply insightful episode of Educator Yarns, we journey with Kat Fulford, a passionate early childhood educator from Ararat, Victoria, who shares her transformative approach to embedding…

S5 EP10: From Intention to Connection: A Guide to Engaging with Local Aboriginal Communities

Jun 09, 2025 32m

Educator Yarns Season 5 Episode 10: From Intention to Connection: A Guide to Engaging with Local Aboriginal Communities In this episode of Educator Yarns, hosts Jessica Staines and Bec Burch tackle…

S5 EP09: How One Kindergarten Transformed Their Approach to Aboriginal Education

Jun 01, 2025 28m

In this episode of Educator Yarns, we chat with Taylar Malouf, an inspiring early childhood educator from Hopscotch Kindergarten. Over the past two years, Taylar has embarked on a transformative…

S5 EP08: The Heart of Reconciliation: An Educator's Journey Building a Living Reconciliation Action Plan

May 25, 2025 36m

In this episode of Educator Yarns, we speak with Stephanie Watson, an inspiring early childhood educator and nominee for the Koori Curriculum Early Childhood Educator of the Year awards. Based at…

S5 EP07: Beyond the Fence: Transforming Early Learning Through on Country Experiences

May 18, 2025 39m

In this episode of Educator Yarns, host Jessica Staines, Director of Koori Curriculum, is joined by Bec Burch, founder of Bush Kindy's Australia, to explore the transformative power of "On Country"…

S5 EP06: Connecting Children to Country: Urban Nature Play with Aboriginal Perspectives

May 11, 2025 23m

In this episode of Educator Yarns, Jess Staines speaks with Linda Wilson, a dedicated early childhood teacher at Sentia Early Learning in Melbourne CBD. Originally from Sweden, Linda shares how her…

S5 EP05: Cultivating Country: Why Bush Tucker Gardens Matter in Early Learning Environments

May 04, 2025 23m

In this illuminating episode of Educator Yarns, we welcome back Bec from Bush Kindy's Australia for an in-depth conversation about Bush Tucker Gardens in early learning environments. Together,…

S5 EP05: Cultivating Country: Why Bush Tucker Gardens Matter in Early Learning Environments

May 04, 2025 23m

In this illuminating episode of Educator Yarns, we welcome back Bec from Bush Kindy's Australia for an in-depth conversation about Bush Tucker Gardens in early learning environments. Together,…

S5 EP04: Beyond Tokenism: Creating Authentic Indigenous Partnerships in Early Childhood

Apr 27, 2025 48m

In this powerful episode of Educator Yarns, we sit down with Kimmi, an award-winning early childhood teacher, mentor, and National Indigenous Perspectives partner at Greenleaves. As a proud Māori…

S5 EP03: Custodians of Country: The Seven R's of Sustainability in Aboriginal Early Childhood Education

Apr 20, 2025 33m

In this enlightening episode of Educator Yarns, host Jess Staines is joined by Bec Burch, founder of Bush Kindy Australia, to explore the powerful intersection between Aboriginal perspectives and…

S5 EP02: The Ally's Journey: Building Reciprocal Relationships in Aboriginal Education

Apr 13, 2025 37m

In this enlightening episode of Educator Yarns, we sit down with Aaron Johnston, recipient of the Primary School Teacher of The Year Award at the Koori Curriculum Educator Awards in 2024. Aaron, an…

S05 EP01: More Than Just Sticks and Stones: Deepening Aboriginal Perspectives in Nature Play

Apr 06, 2025 32m

In Season 5 of Educator Yarns, host Jess Staines, Director of Koori Curriculum, is joined by Bec Burch, founder of Bush Kindy Australia. Together, they explore the fascinating intersection between…

S4 EP11: Community, Culture, and Classroom: Building Connections That Educate

May 21, 2024 44m

In this compelling final episode of season four of "Educator Yarns," co-hosts Jessica Staines and Belinda Huntriss, renowned for their work with Indigenous perspectives, thoroughly explore the…

S4 EP10: Indigenous Insights into Education and Outcome Four of the EYLF

May 14, 2024 46m

Welcome to another enriching episode of Educator Yarns, where Jessica Staines and Belinda Huntriss dive deep into Outcome 4 of the Early Years Learning Framework, focusing on "Children are confident…

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