Best Direct Instruction Podcasts (2025)

In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I’m joined by Anna Stokke—mathematician, professor, and host of the Chalk & Talk podcast. Anna has become one of the most influential voices calling for a return to clarity, structure, and evidence in math instruction. We explore how her conversations on chalk & talk have shaped—and sometimes challenged—h…

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Ministry In The Appearing of Christ 14 (The Eternal Blessing) 1:06:13

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During this CMI School of Christ Series we consider Heavenly Ministry. The Ministry of God that is from Above and that draws hearts Above. *If you think this PodCast would be beneficial to others… Please Subscribe, click the Like button, and leave a Comment to encourage the PodCast Providers to promote it. As always, If this has been a blessing, pl…

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Mastering the STAR Method 2:46

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In this episode, I break down how to confidently tackle scenario-based interview questions without sounding scripted. I share how to move beyond the rigid STAR method by telling authentic, thoughtful stories that show your real leadership, reflection, and problem-solving skills. Tune in to learn how to make your answers sound natural, human, and im…

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Andrea Fella: Morning Reflection: Further Reflections on the Four Noble Truths 19:42

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center)By Andrea Fella

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Ministry In The Appearing of Christ 13 (Created for Purpose) 58:10

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During this CMI School of Christ Series we consider Heavenly Ministry. The Ministry of God that is from Above and that draws hearts Above. *If you think this PodCast would be beneficial to others… Please Subscribe, click the Like button, and leave a Comment to encourage the PodCast Providers to promote it. As always, If this has been a blessing, pl…

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Andrea Fella: Morning Reflections: Purity and Purification 1:04:56

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center)By Andrea Fella

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Marjolein Janssen: The Four Great Efforts: PACE Yourself on the Path 58:31

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Right Effort, the 6th step on the Noble Eightfold Path, is not about striving or straining, it is about learning to guide the mind with wisdom and care. In this talk, we reflect on the Four Great Efforts: 1) Preventing the arising of unwholesome states, 2) Abandoning those that have already arisen, 3) C…

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Helping Students Meet the Standards 4:25

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In this episode, I break down the relationship between academic standards and critical thinking in the classroom. I explain why we don’t differentiate the standards themselves, but instead differentiate instruction to help every student meet those benchmarks—while never lowering expectations. Perfect for new and veteran teachers alike, this convers…

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S5E04: Marcie Samayoa on NGSS and Explicit Science Instruction 44:21

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In this episode, I’m joined by Marcie Samayoa—science teacher, cognitive science enthusiast, and blogger of Scientists in the Making. Marcie shares the origin story behind her innovative classroom blog and explains how it grew out of a desire to make science learning more equitable, evidence-based, and joyful. We dive into some of the most persiste…

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Andrea Fella: Morning Questions and Reflections 1:03:54

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center)By Andrea Fella

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Andrea Fella: Dependent Origination 1:04:37

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center)By Andrea Fella

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Ministry In The Appearing of Christ 12 (The Light of The Testimony) 51:27

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During this CMI School of Christ Series we consider Heavenly Ministry. The Ministry of God that is from Above and that draws hearts Above. *If you think this PodCast would be beneficial to others… Please Subscribe, click the Like button, and leave a Comment to encourage the PodCast Providers to promote it. As always, If this has been a blessing, pl…

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Marjolein Janssen: Morning Instructions: Intention 1:02:47

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center)By Marjolein Janssen

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Marjolein Janssen: The Benefits of Walking Meditation 56:44

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) While walking meditation often receives less attention than sitting meditation, it offers numerous benefits worth exploring. In this talk, we will go into the 'Walking Meditation' sutta, where the Buddha outlines five benefits of this practice. We’ll conclude with a bonus benefit.…

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Teacher Interview: Classroom Management 4:19

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In this episode, I dive into one of the most common teacher interview questions: classroom management. I break down exactly how to talk about your routines, procedures, and strategies—whether you’re a first-year teacher or a seasoned educator. Learn how to confidently share your plan, show principals you’re intentional, and set yourself up for a sm…

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Andrea Fella: Morning Instructions: Further Reflections on Noticing Feeling Tone 1:01:40

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center)By Andrea Fella

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S5E03: John Mighton on Building Math Confidence, One Problem at a Time 44:02

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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. John Mighton — mathematician, playwright, best-selling author, and founder of JUMP Math. John shares his insights into one of the most misunderstood concepts in education today—the belief that only some students are “math people”—and explains why dismantling this idea is essential for equity and achievement. As we…

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Marjolein Janssen: Guided Meditation: Metta (loving-kindness) for dear friend and neutral being 1:00:23

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) After an introduction to metta meditation, a guided meditation which includes the categories of benefactor, self, dear friend and a neutral being.By Marjolein Janssen

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Devin Berry: Compassion: Letting Go, Laying Down the Armor 40:23

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) This talk explores how compassion loosens striving, softens judgment, and reveals freedom. Through stories and practice reflections, we explore letting go, laying down the armor, and beginning againBy Devin Berry

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Marjolein Janssen: Morning Instructions: Working With Thoughts 1:00:20

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center)By Marjolein Janssen

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Andrea Fella: Untangle the Tangle 53:57

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Exploring the tangle of dukkha, and how it is related both to the nature of experience as impermanent, unreliable and uncontrollable and to the deep wish for happiness, safety and ease.By Andrea Fella

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Andrea Fella: Morning Instructions: Mindfulness of Mind States 1:02:41

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center)By Andrea Fella

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Ministry In The Appearing of Christ 11 (That Those Who Enter May See The Light) 57:36

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During this CMI School of Christ Series we consider Heavenly Ministry. The Ministry of God that is from Above and that draws hearts Above. *If you think this PodCast would be beneficial to others… Please Subscribe, click the Like button, and leave a Comment to encourage the PodCast Providers to promote it. As always, If this has been a blessing, pl…

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How to do Well on your Teacher Evaluation 4:12

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In this episode, I share practical strategies to help teachers boost their evaluation scores while improving their classroom practice. Drawing from my experiences as both a teacher and an assistant principal, I will highlight two powerful shifts you can make right away—giving students wait time to think and making learning objectives an active part…

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Devin Berry: Morning Instructions: Meeting Sensations & Pain with Mindfulness 57:58

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) This session offers a brief reflection and guided meditation on expanding awareness to include sensations throughout the body. With special attention to working wisely with pain, the instructions emphasize mindful presence, compassion, and skillful relationship to experience.…

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S5E02: Linda Diamond & Paige Pullen on Connecting Learning, Literacy, and Instruction 39:29

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In this powerful episode, I’m joined by two of the most influential voices in literacy education today—Linda Diamond and Paige Pullen. With decades of experience in education, Linda and Paige bring clarity to the evidence-based education movement and the science of reading in particular. Together, we dive into their framework of three interrelated …

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Devin Berry: Metta as Refuge and Path 42:08

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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) This talk explores metta as both refuge and path. Through classical teachings, lived stories, and reflection, we see how metta steadies the heart, softens resistance, steadies concentration, and becomes the ground for compassion, joy, and equanimity.By Devin Berry

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Be Willing to Stop and Ask for Directions 8:18

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Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes rants about, usually, dudes who continually try to hack their way through the game, and why it is a big friggin' waste of time. Check out the pickleball books Rick has written available on Amazon.By Rick Cipes

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Ministry In The Appearing of Christ 10 (Instruction to a son 02) 52:26

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During this CMI School of Christ Series we consider Heavenly Ministry. The Ministry of God that is from Above and that draws hearts Above. *If you think this PodCast would be beneficial to others… Please Subscribe, click the Like button, and leave a Comment to encourage the PodCast Providers to promote it. As always, If this has been a blessing, pl…

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Phonemic and Phonological Awareness: What Is the Difference? 3:03

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In this episode, I break down the difference between phonological awareness and phonemic awareness, two essential skills every teacher needs to understand. I will explain how phonological awareness is the broader skill of working with sounds, while phonemic awareness zooms in on the smallest units of sound, making it the more advanced skill. Perfec…

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Ministry In The Appearing of Christ 09 (All is, As it Should be, When…) 55:13

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During this CMI School of Christ Series we consider Heavenly Ministry. The Ministry of God that is from Above and that draws hearts Above. *If you think this PodCast would be beneficial to others… Please Subscribe, click the Like button, and leave a Comment to encourage the PodCast Providers to promote it. As always, If this has been a blessing, pl…

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S5E01: Greg Ashman on Explicit Teaching and Inquiry Learning 55:29

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Welcome to Season 5 of Progressively Incorrect! In this special premiere episode, I’m joined by Greg Ashman, a leading advocate for explicit instruction and one of the most important voices in education today. We begin by analyzing a new video from Jo Boaler, where she casts “step-by-step instruction” as the villain in favor of an … Continue readin…

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Danny Perry | Plugin Play, AI Development, Agentic Motion & a New Motion Marketplace 1:39:10

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Learn more about Danny at https://www.dannyperry.me Learn more about the podcast at ⁠https://jackvaughan.com Today I’m speaking with Danny Perry — Founder of Plugin Play — historically a plugin development company and just recently expanding to be a new marketplace for motion and video pros. We spoke about - How AI development has evolved in his or…

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Common Teacher Interview Questions 3:21

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In this episode, I break down the teacher interview process and share exactly what principals are looking for in a strong candidate. From lesson planning with standards to differentiation, classroom management, and supporting reading, I will walk you through practical strategies to help you shine in your interview. Tune in for tips that will boost …

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Ministry In The Appearing of Christ 08 (Instruction to a son) 58:53

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During this CMI School of Christ Series we consider Heavenly Ministry. The Ministry of God that is from Above and that draws hearts Above. *If you think this PodCast would be beneficial to others… Please Subscribe, click the Like button, and leave a Comment to encourage the PodCast Providers to promote it. As always, If this has been a blessing, pl…

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How to Establish Routines & Procedures in the Classroom 3:40

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In this episode, I break down how simple routines and procedures can transform your classroom. From setting clear expectations to practicing step by step, I share practical strategies to make classroom management easier and learning smoother. Tune in to learn how to build structure that empowers both you and your students. 🚀 Start your journey to t…

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Antonino Iacona | Apple, Google Creative Lab, Motion with Intent & Studio Santo 36:33

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Learn more about Antonino at https://antoninoiacona.it Learn more about the podcast at ⁠https://jackvaughan.com Today I’m speaking with Antonino Iacona — motion designer & director. Antonino has worked at Apple, Google Creative Lab and is now running Studio Santo. We spoke about: How Apple shaped his craft through slow, iterative, detail-obsessed d…

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Ministry In The Appearing of Christ 07 (The Knowledge of The Truth) 56:15

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During this CMI School of Christ Series we consider Heavenly Ministry. The Ministry of God that is from Above and that draws hearts Above. *If you think this PodCast would be beneficial to others… Please Subscribe, click the Like button, and leave a Comment to encourage the PodCast Providers to promote it. As always, If this has been a blessing, pl…

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Time Saving Tips for Constructed Response 3:07

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In this episode, I share a simple “work backwards” strategy to help you plan faster, write more clearly, and reduce test-day stress. By using the task as your roadmap, you’ll learn how to structure your response efficiently and apply go-to strategies that boost your confidence on any exam. This approach will save you time, keep you focused, and hel…

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Interviewing Legends 11:16

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Bite Size Pickleball host Rick Cipes recounts his experiences interviewing a couple of legends along the way as he produces his basketball docuseries Full Court Shadow.By Rick Cipes

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Ministry In The Appearing of Christ 06 (What is Being Told…? 02) 57:01

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During this CMI School of Christ Series we consider Heavenly Ministry. The Ministry of God that is from Above and that draws hearts Above. *If you think this PodCast would be beneficial to others… Please Subscribe, click the Like button, and leave a Comment to encourage the PodCast Providers to promote it. As always, If this has been a blessing, pl…

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How to Reteach Concepts to Struggling Students 2:22

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In this episode, I share a simple yet powerful strategy for re-teaching content after an assessment reveals student misunderstandings. From quick whole-class reviews to targeted small-group reteaching with anchor activities, you’ll learn how to use assessment data to guide your instruction. Tune in for practical tips to keep every student on track …

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S4E39: Shawn Datchuk on Teaching Sentence Construction with Precision 43:12

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In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I’m joined by Dr. Shawn Datchuk, a leading researcher who’s helped shape how we think about sentence construction for struggling learners. Drawing from the literature on Precision Teaching and Direct Instruction, Shawn shares how timed practice and explicit strategies can accelerate mastery in writing, es…

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What instruction is there for Christian children from God's word? (N. Berry) 17:22

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Send us a text This episode explores the importance of the Bible as the ultimate authority, focusing on Psalm 119:128. The message also addresses the challenges faced by young people, encouraging them to live in obedience to their parents and God's word for a blessed life. It delves into how believers should approach various earthly relationships, …

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Wisdom for Christian Wives and Mothers from 1985 (N. Berry) 32:20

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Send us a text In this 1985 address by Norman Berry, he emphasizes biblical principles for wives and mothers, based on scripture. He begins with Psalm 119:128, underscoring the importance of obedience and submission to God's word. Mr. Berry discusses how husbands and wives should view their roles, focusing on the concept of obedience from both side…

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Biblical Guidance for Husbands: Insights from scripture in 1985 (N.Berry) 20:10

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Send us a text In this session, Norman Berry discusses the roles and responsibilities of husbands, using Psalm 119:128 as a foundation. He emphasizes the importance of obedience and submission to God's word, applying these principles to all family members. Berry highlights Ephesians 5, urging husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church,…

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S4E38: Nathan Lang-Raad on Learning Science and Artificial Intelligence 28:52

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In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I’m joined by Nathan Lang-Raad for a wide-ranging conversation that threads together two hot-button topics: artificial intelligence and the science of learning. There’s excitement everywhere—some even say AI will revolutionize teaching and learning. But are we getting ahead of ourselves? Nathan and I expl…

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Ministry In The Appearing of Christ 05 (What is Being Told…? 01) 1:04:00

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During this CMI School of Christ Series we consider Heavenly Ministry. The Ministry of God that is from Above and that draws hearts Above. *If you think this PodCast would be beneficial to others… Please Subscribe, click the Like button, and leave a Comment to encourage the PodCast Providers to promote it. As always, If this has been a blessing, pl…

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Guiding Fathers: Insights from Norman Berry's-- 1985 Address 27:13

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Send us a text In a detailed 1985 address, Norman Berry delves into the spiritual responsibilities of fathers, stressing the importance of obedience and submission according to biblical teachings. Referencing Psalm 119 and Deuteronomy 6, Berry underscores the necessity for fathers to lead their families by example, instructing their children and ma…