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The Literacy View

The Literacy View

By: Faith Borkowsky and Judy Boksner
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The Literacy View podcast is dedicated to providing educators and parents with Breaking News and cutting-edge research in literacy instruction. Nicknamed by one of their listeners as the “Spice Girls of Literacy,” Faith and Judy, two veteran educators who still work in the trenches, bring their expertise, senses of humor, and passion for literacy instruction to the show, making it an engaging and informative experience for listeners. Never shying away from controversial topics and guests, and frequently disagreeing with each other, the hosts break down complex research into easy-to-understand takeaways and provide actionable solutions that teachers and parents can use in their classrooms and at home. And, they are never afraid to good-naturedly call BS or cheer on their guests or each other when a point or item of discussion excites them. In fact, they have “BS” and “cheer” buttons at the ready for that very purpose! With their engaging format and wealth of knowledge, Faith and Judy are sure to help you take your teaching to the next level! It is no wonder that so many of their guests and listeners consider the Literacy View their favorite, can’t-miss podcast in the literacy space. Have fun and learn at the same time!
* You can find more information about The Literacy View on their website:
https://theliteracyview.com/

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Episodes
  • The Dirty Secrets Behind Lesson Planning!! Shhhh 🤫
    Oct 14 2025

    Send us a text

    Work with us💜
    📩 Email: FaithandJudy@theliteracyview .com


    🚨 No BS Literacy View Is Now Available to Partner with You 🫵
    We collaborate with universities, researchers, schools, districts, teachers, parents, sponsors, and brands. Always No BS. Always unique.


    For more details visit our website:https://theliteracyview.com/
    You can also email all professional inquires to:
    FaithandJudy@theliteracyview.com

    ✉️ Subscribe to The No BS Bestie Press Newsletter for super exclusive takes, resources, and behind the scenes from your favorite No BS Besties
    Subscribe Now: https://theliteracyview.com/
    Or email us at:
    FaithandJudy@theliteracyview. com


    We are dropping a 💣 TRUTH BOMB 💣 on The Literacy View Podcast

    https://theliteracyview.com/

    🎙️ Principal Lisa Phillips Reed joins us to unpack Zach Groshell’s eye-opening article,
    👉 “The Truth About Lesson Planning” (https://educationrickshaw.com/2025/09/06/the-truth-about-lesson-planning/)

    💬 Get ready for a real conversation on what’s really behind lesson plans—what works, what doesn’t, and how to keep your sanity while still reaching kids.

    🎧 Watch or listen now:
    🔗 TheLiteracyView.com

    https://theliteracyview.com/

    #TheLiteracyView #NoBSBesties #dyslexiaawarenessmonth #teacher #lesson #lessonplan #education #literacy #FaithAndJudy #spicegirlsofliteracy


    Looking for an affordable, effective reading and spelling tool for all ages—especially those with dyslexia? The Word Wasp and Hornet Literacy Primer are structured, phonics-based programs rooted in Orton-Gillingham principles. Great for parents, tutors, and coaches.

    Get 10% off with code LITVIEW at checkout!

    Explore more: wordwasp.com

    Contact: info@wordwasp.com | +44 113 2109838

    🚨 Partner with The Literacy View No BS All Impact🫵

    💜We collaborate with schools, districts, leaders, teachers, parents, sponsors, and brands. Always No BS. Always unique.

    Consulting, Coaching, PD, Retreats & Events
    💡 Data-driven coaching that delivers real results with strategies built for your school.
    👉 Get Consulting That Works

    Advertising, Sponsorships & Affiliates
    📢 Put your brand front and center in a fast-growing literacy community.
    👉 Start Your Partnership Today

    Conferences & Summits
    🎤 Bring the No BS Literacy View to your event. High-energy keynotes, live podcast tapings, and research-driven presentations that inspire and last.
    👉 Invite Us to Your Event

    Stay Connected
    🌐 Visit Our Website
    🛒 Shop The Literacy View
    💬 Join Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18hEBrvwWz/
    📧 FaithandJudy@gmail.com | FaithandJudy@theliteracyview.com

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Sheriff Chris Swanson: Igniting a Literacy Revolution
    Oct 7 2025

    Send us a text

    ✨ Work with us💜
    📩 Email: FaithandJudy@theliteracyview .com

    https://theliteracyview.com/

    🚨 No BS Literacy View Is Now Available to Partner with You 🫵
    We collaborate with universities, researchers, schools, districts, teachers, parents, sponsors, and brands. Always No BS. Always unique.


    For more details visit our website:https://theliteracyview.com/
    You can also email all professional inquires to:
    FaithandJudy@theliteracyview.com

    ✉️ Subscribe to The No BS Bestie Press Newsletter for super exclusive takes, resources, and behind the scenes from your favorite No BS Besties
    Subscribe Now:
    https://theliteracyview.com/

    Or email us at:
    FaithandJudy@theliteracyview. com

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    Episode-144

    Sheriff Chris Swanson teamed up with Harvard and Brown researchers to launch IGNITE, a daily education program inside jail walls that is transforming lives and redefining rehabilitation.


    The results are undeniable.

    ✔ 49% drop in jail misconduct

    ✔ 23% drop in recidivism

    ✔ 1 full grade-level gain in reading and math

    ✔ $5,600 saved per participant in one year

    This episode of The Literacy View uncovers how education, not punishment, is creating real change inside the criminal justice system!

    Learn More:

    📄 IGNITE Research Brief (PDF)

    📚 Route Fifty Feature

    🎥

    Looking for an affordable, effective reading and spelling tool for all ages—especially those with dyslexia? The Word Wasp and Hornet Literacy Primer are structured, phonics-based programs rooted in Orton-Gillingham principles. Great for parents, tutors, and coaches.

    Get 10% off with code LITVIEW at checkout!

    Explore more: wordwasp.com

    Contact: info@wordwasp.com | +44 113 2109838

    🚨 Partner with The Literacy View No BS All Impact🫵

    💜We collaborate with schools, districts, leaders, teachers, parents, sponsors, and brands. Always No BS. Always unique.

    Consulting, Coaching, PD, Retreats & Events
    💡 Data-driven coaching that delivers real results with strategies built for your school.
    👉 Get Consulting That Works

    Advertising, Sponsorships & Affiliates
    📢 Put your brand front and center in a fast-growing literacy community.
    👉 Start Your Partnership Today

    Conferences & Summits
    🎤 Bring the No BS Literacy View to your event. High-energy keynotes, live podcast tapings, and research-driven presentations that inspire and last.
    👉 Invite Us to Your Event

    Stay Connected
    🌐 Visit Our Website
    🛒 Shop The Literacy View
    💬 Join Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18hEBrvwWz/
    📧 FaithandJudy@gmail.com | FaithandJudy@theliteracyview.com

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    56 mins
  • How Music Builds Reading Skills: Rhythm, Phonemic Awareness, and the Brain 🎶 (143)
    Sep 30 2025

    Send us a text

    ✨ Work with us💜
    📩 Email: FaithandJudy@theliteracyview .com


    🚨 No BS Literacy View Is Now Available to Partner with You 🫵
    We collaborate with universities, researchers, schools, districts, teachers, parents, sponsors, and brands. Always No BS. Always unique.

    For more details visit our website:https://theliteracyview.com/
    You can also email all professional inquires to:
    FaithandJudy@theliteracyview.com


    ✉️ Subscribe to The No BS Bestie Press Newsletter for super exclusive takes, resources, and behind the scenes from your favorite No BS Besties
    Subscribe Now: https://theliteracyview.com/
    Or email us at:
    FaithandJudy@theliteracyview. com

    ________________________________________

    🎙 Episode Shownotes: Music, the Brain, and Reading with Ann C. Kay

    Can music unlock better reading and learning? 🎶📚 In this episode, Ann C. Kay, Co-Founder of the Rock ’n’ Read Project, reveals how rhythm and music are deeply connected to literacy and brain development.


    ✨ Highlights:


    • Beat keeping predicts reading success.
    • Rhythm & pitch awareness build phonological and phonemic skills.
    • Prosody in music connects to reading comprehension.
    • Music-making boosts language, memory, executive function, and social growth.
    • Music training helps children with dyslexia strengthen auditory processing and attention.



    Ann shares decades of research plus real-world insights on using music-making to spark stronger readers and more joyful learners.


    🔗 Rock ’n’ Read Project

    📧 ann@rnrproject.com


    Looking for an affordable, effective reading and spelling tool for all ages—especially those with dyslexia? The Word Wasp and Hornet Literacy Primer are structured, phonics-based programs rooted in Orton-Gillingham principles. Great for parents, tutors, and coaches.

    Get 10% off with code LITVIEW at checkout!

    Explore more: wordwasp.com

    Contact: info@wordwasp.com | +44 113 2109838

    🚨 Partner with The Literacy View No BS All Impact🫵

    💜We collaborate with schools, districts, leaders, teachers, parents, sponsors, and brands. Always No BS. Always unique.

    Consulting, Coaching, PD, Retreats & Events
    💡 Data-driven coaching that delivers real results with strategies built for your school.
    👉 Get Consulting That Works

    Advertising, Sponsorships & Affiliates
    📢 Put your brand front and center in a fast-growing literacy community.
    👉 Start Your Partnership Today

    Conferences & Summits
    🎤 Bring the No BS Literacy View to your event. High-energy keynotes, live podcast tapings, and research-driven presentations that inspire and last.
    👉 Invite Us to Your Event

    Stay Connected
    🌐 Visit Our Website
    🛒 Shop The Literacy View
    💬 Join Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18hEBrvwWz/
    📧 FaithandJudy@gmail.com | FaithandJudy@theliteracyview.com

    .




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    1 hr and 6 mins
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