Hot Topics!

Hot Topics!

Welcome to the "Hot Topics!" podcast, brought to you by A Step Ahead Tutoring Services. Join us for engaging discussions on important subjects like education, employment, physical health, and mental health. Hosted by Gabrielle Crichlow, the owner and director of A Step Ahead Tutoring Services, each episode features an interview format with guests from various backgrounds who share their insights to illuminate these topics. At "Hot Topics!", we focus on creating a culture of learning and self-improvement because we believe in being better than we were yesterday. We avoid pointless gossip and prioritize meaningful conversations that inspire our audience. New episodes are released every Wednesday at 5:00 am EST. Tune in to "Hot Topics!" and be part of the conversation! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support.

Episodes

October 15, 2025 80 mins
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow and guest Vincent Bioseh continue their important discussion from Part 1, tackling the critical issue of the scarcity of Christian content for children and the subtle programming that influences young minds. With the rise of indoctrination in various media, it is crucial for parents—especially Christian ones—to actively monitor what their kids watch on TV and the inter...
Mark as Played
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, we’re thrilled to feature Shartajeyé Wright-Fitzhugh, the visionary founder of a newly established microschool known as KIDmistry®. We’ll explore the inspiration behind her decision to create this innovative learning environment, the specific age group she caters to, and the unique setup of KIDmistry®. Additionally, we’ll discuss the significant influence that microschools have on the private...
Mark as Played
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, our guest, Talitha Humes, shares her journey living with multiple sclerosis (MS), a chronic illness that affects the central nervous system by disrupting communication between the brain and the body. This disruption can lead to various symptoms, such as fatigue, trouble walking, cognitive difficulties, and bladder control issues.

Talitha recounts her diagnosis in 2005, a time filled with fear ...
Mark as Played
September 24, 2025 69 mins
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow talks with fellow tutorpreneur Raven Marshall, who shares her journey in the tutoring field and her experiences as an educator.

Raven explains how she shifted from a successful career in the insurance industry to teaching. She initially worked in a traditional classroom, where she developed her skills and became a certified reading specialist, earning a master's degree ...
Mark as Played
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow is thrilled to welcome back returning guest, Dominique Gates, who bravely shares her personal experiences living with ulcerative colitis, a chronic illness she was diagnosed with at just 17 years old. Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that leads to inflammation and painful sores in the lining of the large intestine and rectum, causing a range o...
Mark as Played
September 10, 2025 80 mins
Welcome to Hot Topics! We love showcasing tutorpreneurs, and this episode features Sharronda Smith, the owner of Enrichology Tutoring. Join us as she shares her journey as a tutor and how she navigates the tutoring industry.

In this episode, Sharronda talks about her belief in personalized education, which means giving individual attention to students, especially those with different learning needs. She shares the challenges she and...
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, we're joined by John McDaniel, who shares his experience with ulcerative colitis, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract. This condition leads to symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, fatigue, and weight loss.

John talks about his journey living with ulcerative colitis, which he was diagnosed with at age 13. He recalls how his symptoms...
Mark as Played
August 27, 2025 228 mins
We're at it again...for the 5th time! As we experience all these health scares and changes in school policy, homeschooling is on the rise. Whether you don’t want to send your child back to in-person learning or just want to know what all the fuss is about - Homeschooling 101 is for you! Are you considering homeschooling your children but not sure where to start? Join us for Homeschooling 101, an online event designed to guide you t...
Mark as Played
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, with our guest Angela Barnett, we explore the connection between emotional eating and fitness. We discuss mindful cravings and the importance of balancing emotions with food and exercise. Angela promotes a holistic approach to wellness that includes physical fitness, emotional healing, and life coaching.

We talk about the struggles of emotional eating, where people often turn to food for comfo...
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow talks with returning guest Brittany Gregorio, who shares her journey of leaving a stressful marketing career to pursue her true passion for yoga and energy healing. Brittany opens up about her experiences with burnout and how embracing her healing background became the key to her happiness.

Brittany transitioned from being a marketing CEO to a yoga teacher and healer af...
Mark as Played
August 6, 2025 77 mins
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, we’re excited to have returning guest Tiffany Hernandez to answer the question: What is a microschool? This new trend among homeschoolers is changing the way we think about education.

Join us as Tiffany breaks it down:
  1. Understanding Microschools: We’ll explore what microschools are—small, tailored learning spaces that focus on the individual needs of students, stepping away from traditional...
Mark as Played
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow speaks with menstrual health advocate Betina Hunt about the often-overlooked aspects of menstrual health. They discuss how diet, hygiene practices, and harmful chemicals in feminine products can impact women's health, including menstrual irregularities, adenomyosis, yeast infections, fibroids, and endometriosis.

Betina emphasizes the importance of hydration, balanced nu...
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow invites returning guest and long-time friend Jonisha Jones to share her firsthand experiences of weathering two back-to-back hurricanes in Florida in 2024. Jonisha recounts the emotional and physical challenges she faced during Hurricane Helene in September and Hurricane Milton in October. 

From frantic preparations to the aftermath of the storms, Jonisha offers valuabl...
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, we welcome back Renée Peña Lopez, an early childhood inclusion specialist, to share her journey of living with dyslexia and her surprising recent diagnosis of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). While our initial focus was on dyslexia, Renée's revelation about her comorbid ADHD adds a fascinating layer to her story.

Renée reflects on her childhood experiences marked by perfectioni...
Mark as Played
July 9, 2025 76 mins
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, our host, Gabrielle Crichlow, talks with guest Chidimma Ibeh, the founder of Open Path Academy. Together, they delve into Chidimma's journey from teacher assistant to entrepreneur, highlighting the crucial differences between tutoring and traditional teaching. Chidimma shares her deep passion for personalized, one-on-one tutoring and her commitment to empowering students with essential skills...
Mark as Played
July 2, 2025 102 mins
Welcome to Hot Topics! Join us for a collaborative presentation featuring fellow tutorpreneur and repeat guest, Sheryl Uehling. Together, we’re excited to share essential essay writing tips to help you succeed!

In this episode, we’ll cover:
  1. Understanding Purpose: Discover how to identify the purpose of your writing and your audience, allowing you to create a solid plan of action. We’ll discuss analyzing prompts, brainstorming ide...
Mark as Played
Welcome to Hot Topics! Join host Gabrielle Crichlow in this empowering episode featuring fellow tutorpreneur Renée Peña Lopez as they discuss the essential role of advocacy in your child's development. Together, they delve into key developmental markers for preschool and elementary-aged children, providing parents with the insights needed to recognize and address their child's unique needs.

In this episode, you'll learn effective st...
Mark as Played
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow and guest Vincent Bioseh tackle the critical issue of the scarcity of Christian content for children and the subtle programming that influences young minds. With the rise of indoctrination in various media, parents - especially Christian ones - must actively monitor what their kids watch on TV and the internet.

Gabrielle and Vincent emphasize the importance of researchi...
Mark as Played
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow welcomes back Doctor of Oriental Medicine to Holistic Well-Being Consultant De'Nicea Hilton Harper to delve deeper into the fascinating connection between menstrual symptoms and a woman's emotional and psychological state.

Join us as we explore how menstrual cycles serve as a powerful expression of our inner experiences. De'Nicea emphasizes that symptoms such as clots, ...
Mark as Played
June 4, 2025 70 mins
Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, we're thrilled to have Dr. Leslie Bauerle join us to discuss a pressing topic in modern healthcare: concierge medicine. This innovative model of care is designed to provide personalized healthcare services directly to patients' homes, making it especially beneficial for those who are homebound, elderly, or prefer in-home care due to mobility issues or anxiety.

Dr. Bauerle, a board-certified fa...
Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    Dateline NBC

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist

    It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.

    The Breakfast Club

    The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!

    Crime Junkie

    Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.