Hot Topics!

About 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 (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Publisher

A Step Ahead Tutoring Services

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

20 Jun 2022

Latest episode

14 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

351 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Oct 2026

   The Reading Revolution: Bridging Gaps for Young Learners (Re-Release)

   Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow sits down with guest Oré Adelaja to explore critical issues surrounding literacy among young children, specifically focusing on kindergarten and 1st-grade students aged 3 to 5 years old. We delve into how literacy challenges often stem from poverty and socioeconomic status, particularly within immigrant families. Many parents, preoccupied with work, may struggle to provide the essential support their children need for literacy development. Join us as we discuss the implications of these challenges and explore innovative strategies to bridge the gap for children from low to middle-income families. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that addresses the urgent need for greater support in early childhood literacy! Who is Oré Adelaja? Oré Adelaja was born in Lagos, Nigeria and moved to East NY at two years old. At a young age, she enjoyed the arts and science, so she often mixed the two with hobbies like cooking, gardening, and creating beauty products. For the past decade, Oré has worked in education as a teacher, instructional coach, and curriculum developer with emphasis on reading and science. In and out of the classroom, she focuses on nurturing students to help them excel academically and socially. Her passion in creating leaders led her to create Kàwé, an education consulting firm that supports students and families in gaining the resources and knowledge they need to succeed in school and beyond. You can find Oré: On the web: https://kawellc.carrd.co/ (https://kawellc.carrd.co/) On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaweconnect (https://www.tiktok.com/@kaweconnect) On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KàwéConnect (https://www.youtube.com/@K%C3%A0w%C3%A9Connect) Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/iMwRD00ItAU (https://youtube.com/live/iMwRD00ItAU) Rate this episode on IMDB: TBA ******************************************** Follow Gabrielle Crichlow: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow (https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlow) On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow (https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlow) On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360) Follow A Step Ahead Tutoring Services: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices (https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservices) On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices (https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservices) On X: https://www.x.com/ASATS2013 (https://www.x.com/ASATS2013) On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/) On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices (https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservices) On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013 (https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013) On Eventbrite: <a href="https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer...

2. 

   7 Oct 2026

   The Reading Revolution: Bridging Gaps for Young Learners

   Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow sits down with guest Oré Adelaja to explore critical issues surrounding literacy among young children, specifically focusing on kindergarten and 1st-grade students aged 3 to 5 years old. We delve into how literacy challenges often stem from poverty and socioeconomic status, particularly within immigrant families. Many parents, preoccupied with work, may struggle to provide the essential support their children need for literacy development. Join us as we discuss the implications of these challenges and explore innovative strategies to bridge the gap for children from low to middle-income families. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that addresses the urgent need for greater support in early childhood literacy! Who is Oré Adelaja? Oré Adelaja was born in Lagos, Nigeria and moved to East NY at two years old. At a young age, she enjoyed the arts and science, so she often mixed the two with hobbies like cooking, gardening, and creating beauty products. For the past decade, Oré has worked in education as a teacher, instructional coach, and curriculum developer with emphasis on reading and science. In and out of the classroom, she focuses on nurturing students to help them excel academically and socially. Her passion in creating leaders led her to create Kàwé, an education consulting firm that supports students and families in gaining the resources and knowledge they need to succeed in school and beyond. You can find Oré: On the web: https://kawellc.carrd.co/ On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaweconnect . On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KàwéConnect Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/iMwRD00ItAU (https://youtube.com/live/iMwRD00ItAU) Original date of episode: August 28, 2026 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

3. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Breaking the Silence: The Reality of PCOS

   Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow is joined by returning guest Tivona Elliot to delve into the important subject of PCOS, or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. PCOS is a hormonal disorder affecting many women, characterized by irregular menstrual cycles, excess androgen levels, and polycystic ovaries. Tivona shares her personal experience with PCOS, discussing her symptoms and the challenges of living with this condition prior to her hysterectomy. Together, the ladies aim to break the silence surrounding PCOS and foster a supportive community for women navigating its complexities. Join us for an enlightening conversation that raises awareness about PCOS and the realities faced by women living with it. (Note: The new name for the syndrome is Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome or PMOS). Who is Tivona Elliott? Tivona Elliott, known as Lady V, is a resilient visionary, Spiritual Release Coach, and CEO of Elliott Night Professionals, delivering God’s message of liberation worldwide. After a life-altering Lupus diagnosis, she turned pain into purpose by founding the 2 Gone 2 Long Judgment Free Network, empowering lives through media and meaningful conversation. She is the creator of Awaken the Rebel Within: Release, Rebuild, Rebrand Your Voice and the R.O.A.R. Method—guiding individuals to Release, Overcome, Awaken, and Rise. As the founder of Warrior Women R.O.A.R., she empowers others to reclaim their voice, walk in purpose, and boldly live the life God has called them to lead. You can find Tivona: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LadyVenp/ (https://www.facebook.com/LadyVenp/) On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladyvthequeenpen (https://www.instagram.com/ladyvthequeenpen) On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tivona-a-k-a-lady-v-elliott-clark-114018158/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tivona-a-k-a-lady-v-elliott-clark-114018158/) On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@2gone...2long (https://www.youtube.com/@2gone...2long) On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tladyvelliott (https://www.tiktok.com/@tladyvelliott) By Email: tivonaelliott@gmail.com On Her Linktree: https://linktr.ee/LadyVenp (https://linktr.ee/LadyVenp) Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/cEnHMlETfTE (https://youtube.com/live/cEnHMlETfTE) Original date of episode: August 24, 2026 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Who has been a guest on Hot Topics!

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Sheryl Uehling
• Renée Peña Lopez
• Vincent Bioseh
• De'Nicea Hilton Harper
• Dr Leslie Bauerle

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

38,474

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

4.6 / 5

9 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 88 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

99

Social presence

91

YouTube

76

Engagement

71