Confluence Conversations
Confluence Conversations is a podcast dedicated to fostering insightful discussions on education, community impact, and pressing societal issues. Through engaging conversations with educators, experts, and changemakers, we aim to inspire action, promote awareness, and drive meaningful dialogue on topics that matter. This podcast serves as a platform to amplify voices, share knowledge, and create a ripple effect of positive change within and beyond the Confluence Academy community.
Podcasting since 2025 • 20 episodes
Confluence Conversations
Latest Episodes
Confluence Scholars Dress for Success: Inside the Harris-Stowe Hornet Boutique
The Harris-Stowe State University Hornet Boutique provides free, professional clothing and accessories to students preparing for interviews, internships, career fairs, or professional events. Through Confluence Academies’ partnership with Harri...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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21:20
Leveling Up Learning: Esports Opportunities at Confluence Academies
Esports is more than gaming—it’s a fast-growing global industry creating pathways in technology, design, broadcasting, analytics, and business.In this episode, we explore how Confluence Academies is using Esports to build real-world ...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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28:39
Strengthening the Teacher Pipeline: Saint Louis University’s StayTeachLead Initiative
Saint Louis University’s School of Education is deepening its commitment to preparing impactful urban educators through the new StayTeachLead Scholarship Program. This episode explores how the initiative strengthens the local teacher pip...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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23:56
Launching a New Podcast
Overview:In this episode of Confluence Conversations, host Haley Brueck sits down with Dr. Ava Smith, an influential educator and community advocate, to discuss her journey in shaping equitable opportunities fo...
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8:28
Building Safe Communities Against Gun Violence
In 2022, educators across St. Louis launched Educators for Gun Safety (EGS) in response to rising youth gun violence. Supported by the Mayor’s Office, the St. Louis Board of Mental Health, SLMPD, and Women’s Voices Raised for Social Just...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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28:22