Welcome to The ESL Teaching Podcast, a place for K-12 teachers of English learners who are looking for simple and easy-to-implement ways to engage their students and for inspiration and empowerment in their day-to-day teaching. Whether you need a boost of confidence in reaching ESL/ELL newcomers, students in mixed proficiency level classes, or clarity in how to help them access content in the mainstream classrooms, this podcast will quickly become your go-to spot for inspiration and support. ...
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Equipping ELLs is a podcast for ESL specialists and homeroom teachers who are looking for effective and engaging ways to support their English Language Learners without adding to their endless to-do list. Each week you’ll hear tips, strategies, and inspirational stories that will empower you to better reach your ELL students, equip them with life-long skills, and strengthen relationships with colleagues and parents. Your host, Beth Vaucher, is an ESL certified homeroom teacher with over 10 y ...
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One day she woke up and realized her potential and decided to use it for the greater good. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shewokeupdope/support
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This is The Decision by Nashville EO. On this podcast, you will hear the rest of the story after tough decisions were made by Entrepreneurs who faced adversity and lived to tell about it.
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Empowering the Educator Within is a practical and inspiring podcast for teachers and education leaders. Hosted by Christina Shala, it covers educational frameworks, planning tools, ELL and language support, reading strategies, and hot topics in education. Each episode links to The Education Blog at www.shalabooks.com for added insight and resources to support your professional growth.
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Discover TrueFire Live: The Ultimate Guitar Podcast Join us on TrueFire Live, where top guitarists and educators share their expertise on a wide range of educational topics across all guitar styles and skill levels. Each episode features in-depth discussions, Q&A sessions, and exclusive live performances. Hosted by TrueFire's founder and recorded live at the TrueFire Studio, this podcast is a must-listen for serious guitar players looking to elevate their skills and knowledge. Tune in and ta ...
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Want to supercharge your teaching with research-backed strategies that actually work? Join veteran educator Vicki Davis as she shares practical, real-world solutions to into spaces where every student thrives. Help and Hope for Teachers 🎙 Are you striving to improve student learning without increasing your workload? Education is changing fast, but practical, research-backed strategies can help you work smarter, not harder. Join veteran educator Vicki Davis, a full-time teacher, instructional ...
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Amanda Elle is the curator of The Practice Within - a blog, brand, and podcast that assists you in living a life guided from your true Self. She started this podcast as a way to connect in a more personal and intentional way in a society addicted to instant gratification and fast paced living. Each Monday you can expect unfiltered conversations about healing, wellness, nutrition, spirituality, and creating a life that you truly love. Think of it as an alternative in the alternative health sp ...
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Hosted by Sarah Delahanty, Executive Decisions is a podcast for business leaders. One thing we all know is that successful executives are in a constant state of learning. Our guests share how their professional and personal roles have evolved over the years, what challenges they have overcome on their path to success, and how they manage the increasing financial complexity of life and work. Sarah Delahanty works for SYM Financial Advisors. All opinions expressed by Sarah or any podcast guest ...
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Smart People Podcast is a biweekly, interview-based podcast that features today's most well respected thought leaders engaging in authentic, insightful conversation for the benefit of the listener. The host, Chris Stemp, and his co-host/producer Jon Rojas, utilize their insatiable curiosity and relatable charm to provoke their guests into giving the interview of a lifetime. Every single guest has achieved a high level of recognition within their arena and in doing so has collected a wealth o ...
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Teachers and sometimes students discussing how we co-create anti-racist, culturally-responsive, compassionate learning communities. This podcast looks at this through the lens of teaching immigrant and multilingual learners. We teach high school classes driven by student agency. We share practical strategies that have transformed our instruction, as well as practicing compassion and reflection with ourselves.
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Barrett's Project Discovery & Project Interaction teachers, & ELL, Reading, & Classroom Teachers were awarded a $10,000 Toyota TAPESTRY Science grant. The 2006-07 grant supported student participation in lessons that incorporate the Jason Project, NASA Explorer School experiences, Virginia Science and culminated with the creation of video podcasts by fourth graders. Recently science podcasts created by 2nd grade students have been added to this blog.
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Being an Olympian is life-changing. It represents the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance, elevating athletes to a global platform while inspiring amateur athletes around the world. Join Olympian Carrie Tollefson for authentic discussions with other Olympians about their life-long journey of achievement. If you’re a youth, high school or college athlete or parent, each episode provides inspiration, information and motivation to help you create a happy, healthy lif ...
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Build your authentic brand and business online through No B.S. marketing. For the founders of B2B, professional services, and software companies. This is the show where we get real and talk about what's working to grow your influence, impact, and personal wealth. All whilst doing it ethically and in alignment with who you are as a human being. This show will feature a mix of solo episodes and guest interviews with actual practitioners who are honest, courageous, and generous with sharing wha ...
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Elle Harvey - Lessons on Entrepreneurship and Education Innovation
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31:21Elle Harvey is the Founder of A New Leaf Nature School, an outdoor education institution focused on nature, emerging curricula, and learning through project work. Since opening the first summer camp in 2005, she has built A New Leaf into a model for holistic, nature-based learning. Elle has experience in ecology, curriculum development, and early c…
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194. Ask yourself these 3 questions to keep your lessons aligned all year
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22:10Do you ever feel like your lesson plans are just a collection of random activities—fun in the moment but not really building toward anything? You’re not alone. Many teachers, especially those working with English language learners, find themselves overwhelmed trying to fit in every domain, standard, and activity into a short block of time. The resu…
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195. The 6 most common mistakes teachers make with ELLs and how to avoid them
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20:54Are your ELL students falling behind—even when you're doing everything you can to support them? Welcome back to the Equipping ELLs Podcast! In this insightful episode, host Beth Vaucher breaks down the six most common mistakes educators make when working with English Language Learners (ELLs)—and, more importantly, how to avoid them. As the school y…
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Rigorous Lesson Planning, Teacher Productivity, and Stressing Less - Tips from Experts
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58:01When I sat down to record this episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk, I knew I wanted it to be practical, encouraging, and full of wisdom from some of the best people I know. We start with Dr. Barbara Blackburn, one of my favorite experts on rigor. She reminds us that rigor isn’t about piling on work — it’s about raising expectations and giving students…
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Why You’re Not As Creative As You Think and How to Actually Change That with Zorana Pringle
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58:00Think you’re a creative person? Think again. In this episode, psychologist and author Dr. Zorana Pringle explains why most of us are far less creative than we believe—and what to do about it. We explore why great ideas often die before they ever get started, how fear disguises itself as perfectionism, and why creativity has more to do with action t…
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Justin Lowe - Growing a Firm Through Storytelling, Relationships, and Resilience
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41:43Justin Lowe is the Principal of Centric Architecture, an architecture and design firm specializing in projects, including commercial, residential, historical preservation, and planning. In his role as a designer, he specializes in making beautiful and unique spaces. As a seventh-generation Nashville resident, Justin emphasizes design that helps the…
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Teaching Every Child: Early Years, ELL Strategies, and Behavior That Works
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58:01In this episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk, Vicki Davis brings together four powerful voices in education to explore what it really means to teach every child. Isabelle Hau shares research and insight on the power of early childhood education. Andrea Bitner gives practical questions every teacher should ask English language learners to build trust an…
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193. The 3 essential tracking systems every ELL teacher needs, without drowning in paperwork.
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19:59Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the paperwork that comes with assessing and tracking your English learners? You’re not alone. Many ELL teachers ask the same questions: How do I assess my students without drowning in forms? How do I keep track of their growth in a way that’s meaningful and sustainable? In this episode of the Equipping ELLs Podcas…
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John Lupear - Luxury AV, Leadership, and Lessons From Billionaire Clients
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26:37John Lupear is the Founder and President of Prodigy, a smart home technology and AV solutions company. The company specializes in home automation, entertainment, and security systems. Under John’s leadership, Prodigy offers commercial and residential AV services. In this episode… Entrepreneurs sometimes face the difficult decision of whether to pus…
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Robert Hartline - Strategies for Sales Success, Building Habits, and Entrepreneurial Growth
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39:54Robert Hartline is the Founder and CEO of CallProof, a company that helps B2B sales teams manage their customers using a sales activity reporting system. He has been a member of EO (Entrepreneurs’ Organization) since 2016. He is also a Professional EOS Implementer for EOS Worldwide, where he shares his experience using the EOS (Entrepreneurial Oper…
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EP39 - Leading with Clarity, Empowering Creativity
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5:52What if the secret to unlocking teacher creativity isn't more freedom—but more clarity? In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, Christina Shala explores the often-overlooked connection between structure and innovation in schools. Discover why a lack of alignment can stall creativity—and how a clear framework can actually give teachers th…
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192. Should You Translate Everything? Essential ELL Strategies for Teachers
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24:37Should you translate everything for your English Language Learners? Overusing translation can actually slow down language acquisition and create over-dependence on students' first language. In this episode, Beth breaks down when translation becomes a barrier and when it can be a powerful support. You'll hear real classroom examples that show the di…
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191. Prioritize Supporting Exceptional Learners with Beth Skelton and Tan Huynh
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48:10Are your multilingual learners fluent in conversation but still struggling with academic content? In this episode of the Equipping ELLs podcast, host Beth Vaucher speaks with Beth Skelton and Tan Huynh, authors of Long-Term Success for Experienced Multilinguals, to unpack why fluency isn’t the finish line—and how educators can better support multil…
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John Lavey - How Storytelling Shapes Leadership and Business Growth
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36:59John Lavey is the President and CEO of Hammock Inc., a leading B2B content marketing firm. He led a management buyout in 2022, completing a long-term succession plan with Hammock’s founder. As a healthcare journalist, John has spent over 25 years in custom media working for more than 100 healthcare client organizations. In this episode… Many leader…
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Smart Ideas for Teacher Prep, Reading, Writing, and Screen-Free Fun
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58:01In this episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk, host Vicki Davis brings together four powerful voices in education with smart ideas for today’s classrooms. Jacob Kirksey shares urgent insights into the teacher certification crisis in Texas and why preparation matters for student success. Malia Hollowell introduces brain-friendly strategies for reading th…
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How AI Is Forcing Us to Rethink Who We Are and the Future We Want with Jeff Burningham
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47:49What if the biggest challenge with AI isn’t the technology, but what it’s revealing about us? Jeff Burningham has built companies, invested in hundreds of startups, and even run for governor — but his most urgent message comes in his new book The Last Book Written by a Human: Becoming Wise in the Age of AI. He believes AI is a mirror, reflecting ou…
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190. Time-Wasters vs. What Actually Works: How to Plan ELL Lessons That Save You Time and Boost Student Success
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24:18Are you spending hours planning ELL lessons that your students don’t even seem to retain? Welcome back to the Equipping ELLs Podcast — the space where we take the overwhelm out of teaching English language learners and replace it with clarity, strategy, and confidence. In this episode, host Beth Vaucher dives deep into the common time wasters ELL t…
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How Sharing Your Story Can Strengthen the Entrepreneurial Community
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25:05Robert Hartline is the Founder and CEO of CallProof, a company that helps B2B sales teams manage their customers using a sales activity reporting system. He has been a member of EO (Entrepreneurs’ Organization) for about eight years. He is also a Professional EOS Implementer for EOS Worldwide, where he shares his experience using the EOS (Entrepren…
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Captivate, Care & Culture: A Back-to-School Playbook — Jheri South, Dr. Marc Isseks, Dr. PBJ & “Stand Tall” Steve Bollar
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58:01ick off the year with a no-fluff playbook: hook attention in the first five minutes, teach ADHD brains with novelty and challenge, protect teachers from burnout, and jump-start a campus culture that sticks. Guests: Jheri South, Dr. Marc Isseks, Dr. Patrice Buckner Jackson (Dr. PBJ), and “Stand Tall” Steve Bollar. You’ll learn: • ADHD-smart triggers…
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EP38 - How to Bring School Values into Every Lesson
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5:12School values often look great on posters and sound inspiring in assemblies—but what happens when the bell rings and lessons begin? In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we’ll explore simple, practical ways to make those values part of your daily teaching. From quick, in-the-moment connections to intentional planning strategies, you’ll…
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Back-to-School with Richard Culatta, Brian Kulak & Jessica Pack: AI, Culture & Authentic Learning
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58:01Back-to-school secrets from Richard Culatta, Brian Kulak, and Jessica Pack! Discover how to prepare AI-ready graduates, build strong school culture from day one, and engage students with creative storytelling — plus urgent AI safety news every educator should hear. Full show notes & guest links: www.coolcatteacher.com/back2school2025 In this episod…
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EP37 - The Support Staff Survival Guide: From Reactive to Ready
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7:11Support staff often find themselves reacting on the fly—stepping into lessons midstream or being handed tasks without context. In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we walk through five practical strategies to help you move from scrambling to supporting with confidence. Learn how to access the curriculum, preview resources ahead of tim…
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189. From Theory to Practice: Kelly Reider on Making Language Visible in Every Classroom
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43:19In this episode of the Equipping ELLs Podcast, host Beth Vaucher is joined by renowned educator and language planning expert Kelly Reider for a deep dive into the world of functional language planning—a critical but often misunderstood approach to supporting multilingual learners in today’s classrooms. With over 30 years of experience in education,…
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Alane Boyd - Overcoming Post-Sale Isolation and Embracing AI for Business Growth
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45:57Alane Boyd is the Co-founder of Biggest Goal, formerly BGBO Co, an AI-powered systems and automations consultancy that builds workflows in Monday.com, Asana, and ClickUp. As a serial entrepreneur with over three decades of experience in tech, she launched three SaaS ventures and achieved two successful exits. Alane is also a keynote speaker and has…
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EP36 - The Real Reading Gap: Is It in the Student or the Resource?
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5:30Are we misunderstanding what it means when a child “can’t read”? In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we revisit the conversation around reading gaps—and shift the spotlight from student deficits to the materials we’re using to assess and support them. Are we combining decoding and vocabulary too early? Are our “level one” books actua…
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EP35 - Plan Your Classroom with Purpose: 8 Steps to Intentional Setup
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7:26Setting up your classroom isn’t just about where to place the tables or how to decorate the walls—it’s about designing an environment that supports learning, reflects your teaching goals, and grows with your students. In this episode, we walk through an 8-step planning process using the Classroom Setup Planner—a free visual tool that helps you orga…
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EP34 - From Pushback to Partnership: A 3-Step Plan for Leading Change
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5:20Ever pitched an idea you were sure would spark excitement—only to be met with silence or resistance? In this episode, we walk through a simple 3-step process to turn pushback into partnership and bring your team along for meaningful change. Whether you're launching something new or refining something old, this approach helps you shift from conflict…
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188. How to support ELLs through differentiated instruction without feeling overwhelmed.
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16:09Has differentiation always felt like the most overwhelming part of your lesson plan? host Beth Vaucher dives deep into one of the most pressing challenges educators face: how to differentiate instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) without feeling overwhelmed. This episode unpacks a practical, three-step framework that empowers teachers to…
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Grant Rosenblatt - The Future of Tourism in Nashville
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38:59Grant Rosenblatt is the Founder of Honky Tonk Party Ventures, the country’s fastest-growing tour company, which includes the Honky Tonk Party Express, Bar, Shuttle, and Shop. With over 18 years of experience in B2B and B2C sales, marketing, and event planning, he was the Director of Marketing at Joyride Tours, LLC, a point-to-point on-demand transp…
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On today's show, we have some back-to-school reminders for teaching reading, a new AI reading tool from Digital Promise with Jean-Claude Brizard, building readers with Jennifer Burns, and teaching grammar playfully with Patty McGee. We will also have a Harvard student from Coventry, England, Zak Adams, who is one of a growing group of volunteers wo…
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EP33 - From Inspiration to Implementation: Turning Professional Development Into Practice
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5:33We’ve all felt the post-conference buzz—the excitement, the fresh ideas, the urge to rethink how we teach. But too often, that energy fades once we’re back in our classrooms. In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we explore why most professional development doesn’t stick—and what’s missing from the equation. The answer? Planners. But n…
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EP32 - Teaching Foreign Language with Purpose in the Early Years
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7:16In many Early Years classrooms, foreign language lessons feel more like standalone performances than integrated learning experiences. A teacher pops in with songs and stories—and while students enjoy the moment, the language rarely sticks. In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we explore how to make foreign language a meaningful part o…
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EP31 - Building Better ELL Support: Which Comes First—Systems or Students?
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5:50In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we unpack one of the biggest questions in ELL program design: Should we start with student needs—or fix the system first? Host Christina Shala reflects on key insights that emerged after attending an ELL conference in the UK and explores how bottom-up and top-down approaches each shape the kind of …
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EP30 - Hallways That Teach: Turning Transitions Into Learning Opportunities
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5:47What if your school hallways could do more than just showcase student work—what if they could teach? In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we explore how to turn transitional spaces like hallways into interactive, meaningful learning environments. From math challenges and comment-ready displays to collaborative art and outdoor learning…
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187. If I wanted to go from now to confidently supporting ELLs within the first month, here are the exact steps I would take.
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31:05Do you feel lost on how to support your English learners in the first month of school without a clear plan? In this episode of Equipping ELLs, host Beth Vaucher delivers an empowering and actionable roadmap for teachers stepping into the school year with multilingual learners. Whether you're a brand new ESL teacher, juggling a multi-building caselo…
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Chris Parker - Lessons a Nashville Entrepreneur Learned During 30 Years in Construction
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40:36Chris Parker is the Owner of CITY Construction, LLC, a Nashville-based general contracting company specializing in commercial construction projects ranging from restaurant build-outs to large-scale renovations. Under Chris’ leadership, CITY Construction has delivered high-profile projects such as the food court renovations at Bridgestone Arena, whi…
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Can you really trust AI Tools and Edtech? with Alice Keeler
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58:01In this episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk, I sit down with educator, author, and the queen of spreadsheets—Alice Keeler—for a powerful conversation about the current state of AI in education. From vibe coding (yes, AI-assisted coding!) to the risks of flashy AI tools in Google Classroom, we pull back the curtain on what’s working, what’s broken, and…
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Episode 29 - From Unit Plans to Rubrics: Making Transdisciplinary Assessment Happen
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7:32Is your IB team planning transdisciplinarily—but assessing in isolation? In Episode 29 of Empowering the Educator Within, we explore how to move beyond beautifully connected unit plans to create assessments that truly reflect the same level of integration. From collaborative summative task design to shared rubrics and cross-subject standards, this …
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What If DMT Isn’t a Hallucination But a Message From Our Creator: A Neuroscientist Makes His Case - Dr. Andrew Gallimore
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1:01:27What if the most powerful psychedelic on Earth isn’t just a hallucination—but a message? Neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Gallimore joins us to explore the mind-bending world of DMT, a molecule found in both nature and the human body that seems to reliably transport users to an alien-like realm filled with intelligent beings. In this episode, we dive into…
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EP28 - From Team to Teacher: Making Transdisciplinary Planning Work
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11:23You’ve brainstormed as a team. You’ve filled out the team planner. But what happens next? In this follow-up to Episodes 26 and 27, we shift to the individual side of transdisciplinary planning—where teachers take team ideas and turn them into weekly lessons that actually connect. Using a storytelling unit as our example, this episode walks through …
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EP27 - Transdisciplinary Teamwork: Leading IB Meetings That Stick
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11:00If your IB planning meetings feel productive—but the next day everyone’s unsure where to begin—it’s time to rethink your structure. In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we unpack how to lead IB transdisciplinary planning meetings that actually stick. From setting a clear vision and designing a shared team planner to ensuring every con…
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EP26 - Making Transdisciplinary Work: A Practical Framework for IB Schools
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6:59What does “transdisciplinary” really look like in practice—and why do so many IB schools struggle to implement it? In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we explore the missing link: a practical, school-wide framework that moves beyond vision statements and turns cross-subject planning into a cohesive system. Looking for visuals? This e…
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EP25 - Are We Teaching ELLs Backwards? The Case for Input Before Output
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5:58When supporting English language learners, it’s easy to focus on what they can produce—speaking, writing, visible progress. But what if we’re starting in the wrong place? This episode explores why listening and reading—the input side of language—may be more critical than we think. If your ELLs seem to be participating but still struggling to keep u…
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186. The secret ingredient to making your ELLs feel seen, valued, & confident from day one
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17:19In this heart-centered episode of the Equipping ELLs podcast, Beth Vaucher dives into one of the most overlooked yet powerful strategies for supporting English Language Learners (ELLs): intentional connection. As the new school year begins, Beth emphasizes the importance of creating an environment where students feel seen, valued, and confident fro…
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Adam Rosenberg - Inside an Affordable Housing Strategy That’s Changing Lives in Nashville
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33:17Adam Rosenberg is the Founder of AGB Real Estate, which revitalizes neglected real estate assets in sought-after neighborhoods. He is also the Co-founder and Advisor of House of Attention, a creative studio that specializes in immersive and interactive experiences. As a multifamily real estate developer, Adam identifies creative ways to convert exi…
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ISTE 2025 Deep Dive: AI Creativity, UDL Makeovers & Student Cyber Defenders
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58:01When I lost my voice after ISTE/ASCD, my son John stepped in – and together we bring you game-changing insights on AI in education that challenge everything you've heard about robots replacing teachers. Join us for exclusive interviews with three experts who are reshaping how we think about AI in schools: Dr. Sarah Thomas reveals how AI becomes a "…
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EP24 - Capturing the Learning That Matters: Practical Tips for Reggio-Inspired Assessment
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9:25How do you assess learning in a classroom designed for exploration, creativity, and student-led inquiry? In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we walk through practical tips for documenting and reporting student learning in a Reggio Emilia-inspired environment. From intentional classroom setup to flexible observation tools, you’ll lear…
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EP23 - Curriculum Gaps: It’s Not Just What’s Missing, It’s Why
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6:30Curriculum gaps don’t just appear out of nowhere. In this episode, we look beyond surface-level causes and uncover how inconsistent teaching methods may be quietly contributing to missed outcomes. If your school is seeing recurring gaps year after year, it might be time to rethink more than just the curriculum map. We’ll also explore how schoolwide…
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EP22 - One Reading Block, Many Teachers: A Collaborative Model for Guided Reading
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6:29What if Guided Reading groups weren’t confined by grade level? In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we explore how cross-classroom collaboration can transform your literacy block. Discover how to group students by need—not just by homeroom—and how shared planning, consistent tools, and flexible scheduling can make Guided Reading more …
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EP21 - Structuring Success: Best Practices for ELL Program Setup
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7:06What does it take to build an ELL program that actually supports learners—in every classroom, every subject, every day? In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we explore best practices for setting up a school-wide ELL program that goes beyond surface-level fluency. From understanding the difference between conversational and academic En…
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