The ReadPlayTalk Podcast

The ReadPlayTalk Podcast

Jack Love & Lindsay Paris

Episodes 52
Avg. Duration 21m
Activity Declining
Since Jan 2020
Latest Episode Sep 2025

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About This Podcast

Join us as we take a closer look at Mesquite ISD's ReadPlayTalk initiative, exploring parent and child interaction, school involvement, business partnerships, and community engagement. By listening to this podcast, you'll be encouraged to read, play, and talk with your child every day!

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Recent Episodes

Episode 53: Ferst Readers with Amy Priour

Sep 19, 2025 12m

In this episode, we talk with Amy Priour who is the Partner Development Coordinator for Ferst Readers.Ferst Readers wants every child to have the best start in life - and nothing helps a baby's brain…

Episode 52: Baby Book Bags with Dallas Regional Medical Center

Dec 03, 2024 20m

In this episode, we are talking with Vince Falsarella who is the Regional Marketing & Communications Director for Prime Healthcare about the Baby Book Bag program that is offered at Dallas…

Episode 51: 2024 Read Play Talk Festival & Community Expo

Oct 17, 2024 23m

In this episode, we are talking with Alexander Helgar, President of the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce, about the Read Play Talk Festival and Community Expo taking place on Saturday, October 26 at Town…

Episode 50: Little Readers

Sep 26, 2024 16m

In this episode, Lindsay talks with Mesquite ISD Director of Library Services, Emma McDonald, and Mesquite ISD Coordinator of Library Systems, Lauren Jones, about the Little Readers Book Clubs that…

Episode 49: 2024 Fall LENA Start Groups in Mesquite ISD

Sep 03, 2024 15m

In this episode, we are talking with Thelma Fuentes who is the LENA Start Program Facilitator in Mesquite ISD about our fall LENA Start groups.LENA Start is a free parent education program for…

Episode 48: Mesquite ISD PreK

Jul 31, 2024 20m

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay are talking with Jean Pricer, the PreK Facilitator for Mesquite ISD, about Mesquite ISD’s PreK program.

Episode 47: The Balch Springs Public Library

Jun 27, 2024 23m

In this episode, Lindsay talks with Jessica Lucero and Stacy Holguin from the Balch Springs Public Library about summer activities at their library. Listeners will also hear ways that they Balch…

Episode 46: Interview with Author Angela Henderson Smith

May 22, 2024 26m

In this episode, Lindsay talks with local author Angela Henderson Smith.Learn more about Angela on her website: www.angelahendersonsmith.comCheck out Angela’s three books!Isaac’s Ice Cream Tree:…

Episode 45: Family Engagement Impact for Mesquite ISD Families

May 01, 2024 17m

In this episode, we are talking with Roxanna Rivera and Lisa Bueno, who are both parents of students in Mesquite ISD, about the impact that family engagement opportunities have had on their lives and…

Episode 44: 2024 Read Play Talk Fair

Mar 05, 2024 8m

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk about the 2024 Read Play Talk Fair that is scheduled for Saturday, March 23 from 9:00am-noon at Mesquite High School.We hope that you and your family will join…

Episode 43: Five Love Languages of Children with Kelly Smith

Feb 20, 2024 29m

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay are talking with Mesquite ISD Behavioral Specialist Kelly Smith about the Five Love Languages of Children.Five Love Languages of Children by Dr. Gary Chapman:…

Episode 42: Family & Community Engagement with Cynthia Patiño

Dec 13, 2023 16m

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk with Cynthia Patiño about family and community engagement in Mesquite ISD.Learn more about the Family Engagement Center by calling 972-882-7771 or by checking…

Episode 41: 2023 Read Play Talk Festival

Oct 24, 2023 14m

In this episode, we are talking about the 2023 Read Play Talk Festival that is scheduled for Saturday, October 28 from 11:00am-2:00pm at Town East Mall. Chelsea Hogue, a Facilitator for MISD’s Career…

Episode 40: The Balch Springs Animal Shelter

Sep 26, 2023 14m

In this episode, we are talking with Kate Sandersfeld who is the Shelter Coordinator at the Balch Springs Animal Shelter.Learn more about the Balch Springs Animal Shelter here:…

Episode 39: Child Find with Casey Allen

Aug 29, 2023 12m

In this episode, we are talking with Casey Allen, a Coordinator of Special Education in Mesquite ISD, about Child Find. Child Find refers to the federal requirement under the Individuals with…

Episode 38: How to Support Your Child Emotionally this Summer

Jul 18, 2023 20m

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk with Amanda Carroll about how parents can support their child emotionally this summer. Amanda is the Coordinator for Elementary Guidance and 504 for Mesquite…

Episode 37: Supporting Your Child's Reading This Summer with Alissa Tubbs

Jun 20, 2023 19m

In this episode Jack and Lindsay talk with Mesquite ISD Early Literacy Specialist Alissa Tubbs about how parents can best support their child's reading this summer. Follow ReadPlayTalk on social…

Episode 36: Finding Sunshine on Summer Days with Kelly Smith

May 31, 2023 35m

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk with Mesquite ISD Behavior Specialist Kelly Smith about how parents can best support their child's behavior this summer. Check out Kelly on Episode 10 of the…

Episode 35: ChildCareGroup

May 02, 2023 21m

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk with Cynthia Garrison who is the Home-Based Program Manager for ChildCareGroup. ChildCareGroup is a ReadPlayTalk Community Partner and local non-profit whose…

Episode 34: 2023 ReadPlayTalk Fair

Mar 21, 2023 14m

We hope that you’ll join us for the 5th annual ReadPlayTalk Fair! This is a free event for families to attend. Over 25 businesses and organizations will provide a game, activity, or craft for…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The ReadPlayTalk Podcast have?

The ReadPlayTalk Podcast has published 52 episodes since January 2020, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.

Is The ReadPlayTalk Podcast still active?

The ReadPlayTalk Podcast is currently declining with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 21m.

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