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Kaberi, a SPED educator with 17 yearsโ€™ experience, is a Pace Excellence Award-winner & KRON4 News Teacher and author of A Practical Roadmap to Organizing and Managing the Special Ed Classroom and The Enchanted Jungle Series.

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Celebrating 70 Episodes of The Enchanted Jungle Community! ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’•When I began my podcast journey in January 2026, I could...
10/09/2026

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Celebrating 70 Episodes of The Enchanted Jungle Community! ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’•

When I began my podcast journey in January 2026, I could not have imagined how exciting, energizing, and meaningful it would become. Now, just ten months later, I am preparing to share Episode 70!

What keeps me inspired? The joy of listening, learning, and discovering the stories that connect us. Conversations with family, friends, former colleagues, and guests have opened windows into different lives, cultures, traditions, and experiences. Each episode gives me an opportunity to reflect, revisit cherished memories, and share something meaningful with others.

As a retired educator, I find that podcasting lets my lifelong love of teaching and learning continue in a new way. Preparing and recording these episodes keeps my curiosity alive and gives my creativity a purpose. During my recovery from surgery, this journey has also brought me comfort, inner strength, and something joyful to look forward to.

On Monday, October 12, Episode 70 arrives with a message close to my heart:

โœจ Different Traditions, Shared Joyโ€”One Global Family โœจ

Through our celebrations and traditions, we pass on memories, nurture belonging, and discover the joy we can share across cultures.

Thank you to every guest, contributor, and listener who has become part of this community. And a heartfelt thank-you to Dipu, whose patient work editing and bringing the recordings together helps these stories reach you.

Seventy episodesโ€”and my curiosity is still growing! May we keep listening to one another with kindness, respect, and open hearts. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ’•

Kaberi Bhattacharjee
Author | Educator | Podcaster | Community Advocate

๐ŸŒ Episode 69 is now live!โ€œThe World Has Been My Classroom: Reflections of a Lifelong Travelerโ€The Enchanted Jungle Commu...
10/05/2026

๐ŸŒ Episode 69 is now live!
โ€œThe World Has Been My Classroom: Reflections of a Lifelong Travelerโ€
The Enchanted Jungle Community Podcast

Some of lifeโ€™s most meaningful lessons come from the places we visit, the people we meet, and the moments that stay with us long after we return home.

In this episode, I reflect on how travel has enriched my lifeโ€”opening my heart to different cultures, deepening my appreciation of our shared humanity, and bringing comfort during seasons of grief.

From a breathtaking sunrise at Haleakalฤ in Maui to journeys through Italy and Hawaiโ€˜iโ€™s Big Island, these memories remind me that discovery can also be a path toward healing, gratitude, and hope.

Join me on this personal journey. May it inspire you to reflect on the places and people that have become your own teachers. ๐Ÿ’•

๐ŸŽง Listen to Episode 69 of The Enchanted Jungle Community on Spotify. ๐Ÿ”— https://open.spotify.com/episode/4mRbXmEaifZQHnn62lKEmn?si=VQ7H-0qiTvCR2SfayQSo4g&utm_source=copy-link

๐ŸŒŽโœˆ๏ธ Podcast Episode 69 โ€” Going Live Monday, October 5!โ€œThe World Has Been My Classroom: Reflections of a Lifelong Travel...
10/04/2026

๐ŸŒŽโœˆ๏ธ Podcast Episode 69 โ€” Going Live Monday, October 5!

โ€œThe World Has Been My Classroom: Reflections of a Lifelong Travelerโ€

Some of lifeโ€™s most meaningful lessons are learned far beyond the walls of a classroom.

Throughout my life, travel has given me opportunities not simply to visit new places, but to experience different cultures, meet people from diverse walks of life, appreciate the beauty of Mother Nature, and reflect upon our shared humanity.

In this episode of The Enchanted Jungle Community, I look back on some of those journeys and the lessons they have taught me about resilience, gratitude, healing, curiosity, and human connection.

From witnessing a breathtaking sunrise atop Haleakalฤ in Maui, to finding comfort and healing during journeys to Italy and the Big Island of Hawaiสปi, travel has often arrived at important moments in my lifeโ€”reminding me that even during times of loss and change, the world still holds beauty, wonder, and hope. ๐ŸŒ…๐Ÿ’š

Every journey has been a teacher.
Every culture has offered a lesson.
Every encounter has helped broaden my understanding of our beautiful global family.

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Episode 69: โ€œThe World Has Been My Classroomโ€
๐Ÿ“… Going live Monday, October 5

I invite you to travel down memory lane with me as I celebrate a lifetime of learning through people, places, cultures, and experiences.

๐ŸŒŽ Different places. Different cultures. One shared world.

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This October, Iโ€™m wearing pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. ๐ŸŽ€I hold close to my heart friends who have s...
10/02/2026

This October, Iโ€™m wearing pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. ๐ŸŽ€

I hold close to my heart friends who have survived breast cancer, those navigating treatment, and the families who have lost someone they love. My friendsโ€™ journeys remind me how precious compassionate care, friendship, and hope can be.

May this month inspire greater awareness and remind us to stand beside one anotherโ€”with kindness, a listening ear, and loving support. To everyone touched by breast cancer: you matter, and you deserve care every step of the way. ๐Ÿ’—

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ EPISODE 68 IS NOW LIVE! ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ”๏ธ๐Ÿ™๐ŸฝAcross Mountains & Sacred Cities: Preronaโ€™s Journey of DiscoverySome journeys take us ac...
09/28/2026

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ EPISODE 68 IS NOW LIVE! ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ”๏ธ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ

Across Mountains & Sacred Cities: Preronaโ€™s Journey of Discovery

Some journeys take us across mountains, rivers, and ancient cities. Others quietly lead us within ourselves.

In this deeply reflective episode of The Enchanted Jungle Community, Prerona takes us along on a remarkable journey filled with travel, spirituality, discovery, and moments of self-reflection.

This is an episode to savor slowly. Perhaps listen while taking a long walk, relaxing on a quiet afternoon, or driving toward a distant destination. In the busyness of everyday life, may this conversation offer a little space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the journey happening within each of us.

Sometimes the destination is a place on a map.
Sometimes the most meaningful destination is within ourselves. ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ

๐ŸŽง Listen to Episode 68 on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1aGGLwOnUXzPmaKr737Vnm?si=b9jhNyE6TFyPeJ4nZQeUIg&utm_source=copy-link

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Feeling deeply grateful tonight for the beautiful and thoughtful reflections my dear friend and sister-in-law, Sagarika,...
09/28/2026

Feeling deeply grateful tonight for the beautiful and thoughtful reflections my dear friend and sister-in-law, Sagarika, shared after listening to Episodes 65, 66, and 67 of The Enchanted Jungle Community. ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ

Her words about my personal journey, Honey Bergโ€™s inspiring reflections on education and leadership, and the power of food and traditions to connect people across cultures truly touched my heart.

Feedback like this reminds me why I continue creating these episodesโ€”to share stories that connect us, encourage us through lifeโ€™s challenges, and celebrate the experiences that make us one global family. ๐ŸŒŽโค๏ธ

Thank you, Sagarika, for listening so thoughtfully and for always encouraging me on this journey. Your words mean more than you know. ๐ŸŒท๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Podcast Episode 68 โ€” Going Live Tomorrow! ๐ŸŒ„I am delighted to share that Episode 68 of the Enchanted Jungle Community ...
09/27/2026

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Podcast Episode 68 โ€” Going Live Tomorrow! ๐ŸŒ„

I am delighted to share that Episode 68 of the Enchanted Jungle Community Podcast, โ€œAcross Mountains & Sacred Cities: Preronaโ€™s Journey of Discovery,โ€ goes live tomorrow, Monday, September 28.

In this special episode, I am joined by my niece Prerona, whose travels take us from the majestic mountains of India to the ancient and sacred city of Varanasi. Through her reflections, we experience not only beautiful places, but also the deeper meaning of travelโ€”the people we meet, the traditions we encounter, and the discoveries we make about ourselves along the way.

From the serenity of the mountains to the spiritual beauty of the Ganga Aarti, this conversation is a celebration of travel, culture, faith, reflection, and discovery across generations.

I hope you will join us on this beautiful journey tomorrow! ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ’•

Kaberi Bhattacharjee
Author | Educator | Podcaster | Community Advocate

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09/26/2026

๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€ often carry more than plot and character โ€” they carry lessons in kindness, courage, and belonging that stay with children long after the last page. For families and educators supporting diverse learners, storytelling can turn big feelings and abstract ideas into something a child can see, feel, and understand.

Hosted by Ipsita Bhattacharya, this episode of ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—”๐—–๐—˜! features ๐—ž๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ถ ๐—•๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ท๐—ฒ๐—ฒ, a celebrated ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฟ, ๐˜€๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜†๐˜๐—ฒ๐—น๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ฟ, ๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฑ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ป'๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐˜‚๐˜๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฟ, and ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜ ๐—ต๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜ with more than two decades of experience in education. She is the author of ๐˜ˆ ๐˜—๐˜ณ๐˜ข๐˜ค๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ค๐˜ข๐˜ญ ๐˜™๐˜ฐ๐˜ข๐˜ฅ๐˜ฎ๐˜ข๐˜ฑ ๐˜ต๐˜ฐ ๐˜–๐˜ณ๐˜จ๐˜ข๐˜ฏ๐˜ช๐˜ป๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜จ ๐˜ข๐˜ฏ๐˜ฅ ๐˜”๐˜ข๐˜ฏ๐˜ข๐˜จ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜จ ๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ ๐˜š๐˜ฑ๐˜ฆ๐˜ค๐˜ช๐˜ข๐˜ญ ๐˜Œ๐˜ฅ ๐˜Š๐˜ญ๐˜ข๐˜ด๐˜ด๐˜ณ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฎ and the ๐—˜๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ด๐—น๐—ฒ series, including ๐˜›๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ ๐˜๐˜ณ๐˜ช๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฅ๐˜ญ๐˜บ ๐˜“๐˜ฆ๐˜ข๐˜ณ๐˜ฏ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜จ ๐˜ˆ๐˜ค๐˜ข๐˜ฅ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฎ๐˜บ: ๐˜›๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ ๐˜๐˜“๐˜ˆ ๐˜ž๐˜ข๐˜บ and ๐˜›๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ ๐˜๐˜“๐˜ˆ ๐˜Ž๐˜ณ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ ๐˜›๐˜ฆ๐˜ข๐˜ฎ ๐˜ต๐˜ฐ ๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ ๐˜™๐˜ฆ๐˜ด๐˜ค๐˜ถ๐˜ฆ.

In this conversation, Kaberi shares her journey working with diverse learners, and how those experiences shaped her belief that every student should feel ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ป, ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜‚๐—ฒ๐—ฑ, and ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—น๐—ฒ. She reflects on the power of stories to build ๐—ณ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฝ, ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€, ๐—ฐ๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ผ๐˜€๐—ถ๐˜๐˜†, ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด, and care for the world around us โ€” and how families and educators can use storytelling at home and in the classroom to support social-emotional learning, communication, and empathy.
You can explore more of her work at www.nurtureandgrowfables.com.

Guided by our pillars โ€” ๐—˜๐—ฑ๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ, ๐—˜๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฟ, ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜, ๐—”๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜† โ€” this episode celebrates the quiet power of stories to teach, connect, and inspire.

Tune in and be part of the journey.

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Iโ€™m delighted to share two podcast conversations today. My special bonus episode, โ€œStories That Teach: Building Kindness...
09/25/2026

Iโ€™m delighted to share two podcast conversations today. My special bonus episode, โ€œStories That Teach: Building Kindness and Belonging with Kaberi โ€” A Conversation with Ipsita,โ€ is now live on The Enchanted Jungle Community. Iโ€™m also grateful to be featured in Episode 12 of PACEโ€™s podcast.

๐ŸŽง๐ŸŽฅ Listen to PACe Episode 12 on YouTube-
https://youtu.be/XCfjjZ0MTiI

๐ŸŽง Listen to PACE Episode 12 on Spotify-
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2420OB2gFiXnADXOJbARsU?si=6BKbETgSTTOuGfICYKhm5A

Sharing this news feels especially meaningful after returning home from surgery yesterday. Iโ€™m thankful for the opportunity to reflect on the kindness, inclusion, and sense of belonging that have shaped my work as an educator, author, podcaster, and PACE board member.

๐ŸŽง Listen to my special bonus episode on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/673uBEdqCfXnrUHQvk5VGB?si=C_4iqpArQXiayoWUAFtrAA&utm_source=copy-link

I am deeply touched by the beautiful feedback I received from Dr. Sanchita Bhattacharya after she listened to Episode 67...
09/22/2026

I am deeply touched by the beautiful feedback I received from Dr. Sanchita Bhattacharya after she listened to Episode 67, โ€œRecipes, Traditions & Memories.โ€

Her thoughtful words reminded me why I created this episode: the people gathered around our tables may change with time, but cherished recipes continue to connect our past and present while carrying love, memories, and family traditions forward to future generations.

Thank you, dear Sanchita, for listening so attentively and understanding the heart of this episode. Your encouragement means so much to me as I continue this joyful podcasting journeyโ€”sharing stories that nurture a more peaceful, culturally rich, and harmonious global community. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ’•๐ŸŽ™๏ธ๐ŸŒŽ

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