Confluence Conversations
by Linda DeJoie-Anderson
St. Louis Creativity, Culture, and Career Pathways: Exploring the…
About this podcast
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.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 32 episodes
- St. Louis Creativity, Culture, and Career Pathways: Exploring the Fashion Industry · 26 min · Season 2 Episode 9Send us Fan Mail This episode of Confluence Conversations explores the fashion industry through the lens of creativity, culture, and opportunity. T. Moore, a creative visionary…
- Beyond the Classroom: Outdoor Learning with River City Outdoors & Old North Academy · 11 min · Season 2 Episode 8Send us Fan Mail This episode of Confluence Conversations highlights the partnership between Confluence Academies and River City Outdoors and the meaningful opportunities it…
- Supporting St. Louis Students: How Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis and Confluence Academies Work Together to Help the Whole Child Thrive · 34 min · Season 2 Episode 7Send us Fan Mail This episode of Confluence Conversations highlights the partnership between Confluence Academies and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis and the shared…
- GCAA and the Kranzberg Arts Foundation: Connecting Students to the St. Louis Arts Scene · 22 min · Season 2 Episode 5Send us Fan Mail This episode of Confluence Conversations highlights the meaningful partnership between Grand Center Arts Academy (GCAA) and its Grand Center Arts District…
- Center Stage: How Opportunities at The Muny Inspire the Next Generation of Artists · 32 min · Season 2 Episode 6Send us Fan Mail This episode of Confluence Conversations highlights the The Muny and the many opportunities available to students through one of St. Louis’ most iconic arts…
- From Studio to Stage: Investing in the Next Generation of Dancers in St. Louis · 21 min · Season 2 Episode 4Send us Fan Mail This episode of Confluence Conversations highlights the dynamic partnership between Dance St. Louis and Grand Center Arts Academy (GCAA) and the meaningful…
- Lights, Camera, Opportunity: GCAA Students Bring The Good Life to Life · 18 min · Season 2 Episode 3Send us Fan Mail This episode of Confluence Conversations spotlights The Good Life, an exciting new student-involved video series that blends comedy with meaningful life lessons…
- St. Louis Cardinals Player Jordan Walker, Walker’s Winners, and Old North Academy Team Up to Inspire Students · 35 min · Season 2 Episode 2Send us Fan Mail This episode of Confluence Conversations highlights the partnership between Confluence Academies and Walker’s Winners and the shared belief that every child…
- Saving Lives: Community Health, Service, and the Power of Partnership | Confluence Conversations · 27 min · Season 2 Episode 1Send us Fan Mail This episode of Confluence Conversations highlights the partnership between Confluence Academies and the American Red Cross and how this collaboration supports…
- Creating Pathways Through the Arts: GCAA, the St. Louis Symphony, and Student Opportunity · 23 min · Season 1 Episode 24Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Confluence Conversations, we highlight the unique partnership between Grand Center Arts Academy (GCAA) and the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra…
- Empowering Youth Through Opportunity with Dream Builders 4 Equity · 24 min · Season 1 Episode 23Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Confluence Conversations, host Dr. Lewis-Kelly sits down with Michael Woods, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Dream Builders 4 Equity…
- More Than a Season: How Athletics Are Powering Growth at Confluence Academies · 15 min · Season 1 Episode 22Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Confluence Conversations, we spotlight the growing athletics program at Confluence Academies and the role sports play in building leadership…
- Confluence Scholars Dress for Success: Inside the Harris-Stowe Hornet Boutique · 21 min · Season 1 Episode 21Send us Fan Mail The Harris-Stowe State University Hornet Boutique provides free, professional clothing and accessories to students preparing for interviews, internships, career…
- Leveling Up Learning: Esports Opportunities at Confluence Academies · 29 min · Season 1 Episode 19Send us Fan Mail Esports is more than gaming—it’s a fast-growing global industry creating pathways in technology, design, broadcasting, analytics, and business. In this episode…
- Strengthening the Teacher Pipeline: Saint Louis University’s StayTeachLead Initiative · 24 min · Season 1 Episode 18Send us Fan Mail Saint Louis University’s School of Education is deepening its commitment to preparing impactful urban educators through the new StayTeachLead Scholarship…
- Launching a New Podcast · 8 minSend us Fan Mail Overview: In this episode of Confluence Conversations, host Haley Brueck sits down with Dr. Ava Smith, an influential educator and community advocate, to discuss…
- Building Safe Communities Against Gun Violence · 28 min · Season 1 Episode 20Send us Fan Mail 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…
- Pathways to Prosperity: Student Success at Ranken Technical College · 22 min · Season 1 Episode 17Send us Fan Mail This episode explores how Ranken Technical College prepares students for high-demand, high-wage careers through hands-on learning, industry-aligned programs, and…
- Building Community Impact: Inside 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis · 22 min · Season 1 Episode 15Send us Fan Mail This episode explores how 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis goes beyond hospitality to serve as a cultural and community hub in the heart of downtown. With a…
- Reading Changes Everything: Inside Ready Readers’ Literacy Mission · 26 min · Season 1 Episode 16Send us Fan Mail This episode spotlights Ready Readers, a St. Louis nonprofit dedicated to inspiring a love of reading and strengthening early literacy through classroom…







