Welcome to "Teaching Python Podcast,” the go-to podcast for anyone interested in the intersection of education and coding. Hosted by Kelly Paredes and Sean Tibor, this podcast dives into the thrills and challenges of teaching middle school computer science through the engaging and versatile Python programming language. About the Hosts: Kelly Paredes brings a wealth of global experience in curriculum design and currently inspires sixth and eighth graders at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdal ...
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A podcast featuring recent research coming out of Sydney Health Ethics, at the University of Sydney, coming to you from Gadigal Land. Sydney Health Ethics is a centre for academic research, for teaching and learning in bioethics and the medical humanities, and for ethical consultation and discussion. We aim to stimulate creative thought, dialogue and action. Our work engages different disciplinary perspectives and fosters a community based on collegiality and critical inquiry. For working li ...
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This is your home for stories about comics or comic-based stories. We curate news and talk with storytellers and artists. We focus on children’s books, graphic novels, illustrations, and the people behind these works that bring joy and inquiry.
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An on-the-go professional development podcast for busy science teachers. Get a grip on the new science standards and discover ready-to-use strategies to “NGSS your science class.” Don’t just teach the NGSS -- become an NGSS teacher.
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Teaching Into the Future explores how Integral teaching and learning practices take shape in the classroom or home environment. Hybrid teaching tips bring live education practices for parents or teachers. Host Diane Walters identifies student voice, student inquiry based lessons and teaching from emergent, holistic and integrated curriculum ideologies.
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Brave New Teaching: A Podcast for High School and Middle School Teachers
Marie Morris & Amanda Cardenas, Secondary ELA Teachers
Join hosts Amanda Cardenas (Mud & Ink Teaching) and Marie Morris (The Caffeinated Classroom) in discussions about being brave, trying new things, and all things teaching! As seasoned classroom teachers, Amanda and Marie bring their experience, insight, energy, and oh, so many opinions and ideas... It's time for all teachers to take their classroom and teaching practice into their own hands!
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🎙️ Hollywood or History Hosted by Dr. Scott Roberts Hollywood or History is a podcast that explores the powerful intersection of film and social studies education. Hosted by educator and author Dr. Scott Roberts, each episode features interviews with contributing authors from the Hollywood or History? book series—a collection of classroom-ready lesson plans designed to help teachers critically engage students with historically themed Hollywood films. From exploring what Hollywood gets right ...
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Join me as I explore the healing journey at the crossroads of modern life and the deeper world. Claim, and keep, your unique keys. Devoted to the ancient goddess Hekate as World Soul. About me: Cyndi Brannen is an author and teacher, dedicated to reclaiming the divine feminine through personal inquiry, rituals, and more. Learn more about Cyndi's work at keepingherkeys.com
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UDL in 15 Minutes: Where educators share their implementation of Universal Design for Learning with host Loui Lord Nelson.
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The Art Engager Podcast with Claire Bown is your go-to resource for creating engaging experiences in museums and cultural spaces. Explore practices that deepen connections with art, objects, people and ideas. Learn techniques to spark curiosity, foster dialogue, and transform how you engage with your audience. Each episode offers practical insights to enhance your skills and bring your museum experiences to life.
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The Fueling Creativity in Education podcast provides listeners with unique insights into the field of creativity research, including best practices for applying this knowledge to a traditional school environment. Thanks to deep dive interviews with renowned creativity scholars, respected practitioners, and passionate educators, every teacher and administrator will walk away with new strategies that inspire and support student and teacher creativity in and out of the classroom.
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Secondary Science Simplified is a podcast specifically for high school science teachers that will help you to engage your students AND simplify your life as a secondary science educator. Each week Rebecca, from It's Not Rocket Science, and her guests will share practical and easy-to-implement strategies for decreasing your workload so that you can stop working overtime and start focusing your energy doing what you love - actually teaching! Teaching doesn't have to be rocket science, and you' ...
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My name is Jake Panasevich, and I’m a yoga teacher with a focus on teaching men and athletes - from your everyday dad to professional athletes. And I’m also a lifestyle science journalist and I link my yoga practice and habits to evidence based medicine, outcomes and research. Which honestly, often gets lost in a yoga practice. I want to provide you, my audience with as much value as possible and that’s why I started this: the Yoga with Jake podcast, where I tap into my access to world-renow ...
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Introducing the all-new Educator's Playbook, featuring conversations and practical advice on some of the biggest issues facing K-12 education today. Produced by the Penn Graduate School of Education, and made specifically for teachers, administrators, and counselors, the series is a companion podcast to our popular monthly e-newsletter by the same name. Follow along using #PennGSEPlaybook.
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Dr. Lisa Dieker, a professor at the University of Kansas in the Department of Special Education, and Dr. Rebecca Hines, a professor at the University of Central Florida in the College of Community Innovation and Education, have worked with schools and parents across the country. Dr. Dieker directs a center in the Achievement and Assessment Institute called Flexible Learning through Innovations in Technology in Education (FLITE) and Dr. Hines directs several doctoral grants and the teacher pr ...
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Taking the fear out of inquiry-based teaching in the museum
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23:51In today's solo episode, host Claire Bown shares practical strategies for overcoming the most common fears about inquiry-based teaching in museums. From handling uncertainty and awkward silences to managing participation and time, she guides you through simple, actionable ways to build confidence and make inquiry feel rewarding- for you and your pa…
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(Ep: 464): KidLitGN: The Free Pitch Event That Changes Careers
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24:22#KidLitGN #GraphicNovelPitch #ChildrensComics #StorycomicPresents #KidLit #IndieComics #ComicCreators #Let’sGoAnthology #JohnellDeWitt Inside KidLitGN: Helping Creators Pitch Their Graphic Novels In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I chat with author and founding member of KidLitGN, Johnell DeWitt, about the work KidLitGN is doing to connect wr…
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(Ep: 463): What Makes Hellstones Different From Any Other Fantasy Comic?
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22:31#WFrankWalk #PigmacastStudio #HellstonesComic #SupernaturalFantasy #KickstarterSuccess #IndieComicCreator #DigitalColorist #StorycomicPresents #FantasyArt In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I sit down with W. Frank Walk—the creator, colorist, and founder of Pigmacast Studio—to dive into his supernatural action prologue, Hellstones: Echoes Acro…
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Teaching Genocide & Trauma with Hotel Rwanda – Hollywood or History Ep. 9
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1:30:30Dr. Paul Yoder & Leona Calkins join Dr. Scott Roberts to discuss teaching genocide, trauma, and resilience through the film Hotel Rwanda. This episode unpacks strategies for helping students critically engage with difficult histories. 📄 Show notes: [PDF link HERE] 📘 Book: https://bookstore.emerald.com/hollywood-or-history-hb-9781648029363.html…
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DEBRIEFING School Vouchers, Learning to See, and Personalized Feedback
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27:20Is it time to completely tear down the education system and start over if we truly want creativity to thrive in our schools? In the first debrief episode of Season 11, hosts Cyndi Burnett and Matthew Worwood take a reflective dive into insights from their most recent three guests on the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast. The discussion begins…
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201. AI Literacy for Science Teachers With Guest Amanda Bickerstaff of AI for Education
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39:27AI is everywhere right now, and if you’ve been feeling both curious and overwhelmed, you’re not alone! In this episode, I’m joined by Amanda Bickerstaff, a former high school biology teacher and co-founder of AI for Education, for a conversation about AI in the classroom. We explore why AI literacy is becoming a core skill for both teachers and stu…
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Experience profound connection to Hekate and Persephone in this meditative journey. Unlock your inner mysteries as we descend into HER realness, for inner exploration, healing, and transformation. We begin this journey by activating our energetic roots, summoning what sustains and releasing what burdens. Persephone's message of balance, mercy, and …
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(Ep: 462): The Cases I Can't Forget - Memoirs of a Small Town Prosecutor
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30:50#BobSimpson #SmallTownProsecutor #VermontTrueCrime #OnionRiverPress #StorycomicPresents #TrueCrimeAuthor #CourtroomDrama #JusticeInVermont #LegalMemoir #ProsecutorStories In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I chat with Vermont native and former prosecutor Bob Simpson, author of Small Town Prosecutor: Trials of Killers, Con Men, and a Priest. Be…
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Belonging, Community and Co-curation at Manchester Museum with Ciaron Wilkinson
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45:08In this episode of The Art Engager, Claire Bown talks with Ciaron Wilkinson, Head of Partnerships and Engagement at Manchester Museum — one of the UK’s largest university museums and recent winner of European Museum of the Year. After a values-led redevelopment, Manchester Museum has reimagined how a museum can engage with its community. Its missio…
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(Ep: 461): He Fought in Iraq… Now He Writes Epic Fantasy
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32:22#WilliamPriceJr #IntoTheNorthlands #MasterOfFate #FantasyAuthor #VeteranAuthor #EpicFantasy #IndieFantasy #StorycomicPresents #FallenLove #TheNorthernKeep #FantasyDebut In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I sit down with fantasy author William Price Jr. to dive into his newest release, Into the Northlands—Book 1 of The Master of Fate series. Bo…
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139: Juan Gallardo offers a fresh perspective to get you thinking about the power of UDL
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12:53Looking for a fresh perspective on Universal Design for Learning? Join principal Juan Gallardo as he reveals the connections he discovered between UDL and the ancient Greek concepts of logos, pathos, and ethos. Hear how the hero's journey mirrors student learning and why UDL isn't something we design—it's something we discover within ourselves as h…
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SHE Pod S6 Episode 5: Tamra Lysaght and Christopher Rudge
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36:46Host: Gabriel Watts Guests: Tamra Lysaght and Christopher Rudge Project: Research paper https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=5383460 Editor: Ella Dungey Music: 'Years' by Death By Ginger https://deathbyginger.bandcamp.com/ Transcript: Provided by Otter.ai Transcript link: https://otter.ai/u/GAj4E2PytimGnz6shbiepIVfL4I?utm_source=copy…
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Teaching Creativity as a Process of Learning to See with Dr. Keith Sawyer
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40:28What if creativity doesn’t start with inventing new things, but with learning to see and interpret the world differently? In this engaging episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood sit down with Dr. Keith Sawyer, a leading creativity researcher, jazz pianist, and professor at UNC Chapel …
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200. Ask Me Anything! Going Over Work, NGSS, Labs, and MORE!
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41:34Can you believe it?! We’ve officially hit the 200th episode of Secondary Science Simplified AND crossed over 200,000 listens — what a milestone! I’m so grateful for every teacher who tunes in and makes this community so special. To celebrate, I’m bringing back one of my favorite formats: an “Ask Me Anything” episode where I answer your top question…
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(Ep: 460) The Shameless Plug: Yes, It’s a Real Comic… and It’s Awesome
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28:47#JorgeMedina #TheShamelessPlug #GraphicNovel #KickstarterComics #CharacterDesign #SurrealComics #GetYourMedz #StorycomicPresents #IndieGraphicNovel #PlugHero In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I’m joined once again by the ever-creative Jorge Medina! Jorge is no stranger to the show, and this time he’s back with a new laugh-out-loud superhero c…
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Teaching Mayan History with Apocalypto – Hollywood or History Ep. 8
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1:02:14Dr. Timothy Monreal & Dr. Jesús Tirado join Dr. Scott Roberts to discuss how the film Apocalypto can be used to critically examine Mayan civilization, media bias, and world history through inquiry. 📄 Show notes: [PDF link] 📘 Book: [Book Link]By drScottRoberts
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Creative Teaching Through Writing: Building Classroom Community with Emily Jamieson
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33:58How can an elementary classroom feel more like a family than a traditional learning space—and why does that matter for creativity and learning? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett sit down with Emily Jamieson, an elementary school teacher renowned for creating classroom com…
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199. How to Not Take Work Home (In Your Head, or in Reality) This School Year
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17:16Work-life balance…it’s the unicorn we’re all chasing, isn’t it? In this episode, I’m sharing the practical strategies and mindset shifts that have helped me finally keep work at work. From being ruthless about what you grade, setting up overflow days, and maximizing your planning period, to outsourcing tasks and shifting classroom culture, you’ll w…
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(Ep: 459) This Book Starts with a Portal—and Never Lets Up
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26:09#KellerMarie #CastIntoTwilight #MistwalkerChronicles #FantasyAuthor #UrbanFantasy #DarkFantasy #IndieBooks #LGBTQFantasy #SupernaturalAdventure #StorycomicPresents #AmReadingFantasy #FantasySeries In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I sit down with fantasy author Keller Marie, the creator behind The Mistwalker Chronicles. We explore Cast Into T…
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(Ep: 458): The Tarot - Inspired Art You Didn't Know You Needed
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23:32#MichaelCribari #FantasyIllustration #VermontArtists #CreatureDesign #IndieComics #TarotArt #EnamelPins #TheBasketComic #ArtInterview #StorycomicPresents #MonstersAndMythology #VisualStorytelling #IndieArtScene #IllustratorSpotlight #SurrealArt In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I sit down with Vermont-based artist and illustrator Michael Crib…
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Why Creativity Isn’t a Priority in Education Policy with Dr. Henry Smith
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34:39What can the challenges of the public schooling system teach us about re-prioritizing creativity in education? Season 11 of Fueling Creativity in Education launches with Dr. Henry M. Smith, EdD, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Education under President Clinton. Co-hosts Matthew Worwood and Cyndi Burnett dive into the realities of America’s publi…
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Amy Weintraub: Yoga for Depression. Yoga-Based Protocols for Depression and Anxiety. How Sound, Breath, and Movement Shifts Mood.
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1:01:05About Amy: Although I’m best known as a yoga therapist for my books and teachings on Yoga and mental health, Yoga for Depression (Harmony Books), Yoga Skills for Therapists (W.W. Norton), and my new card deck Yoga for Your Mood (Sounds True), my passion, ever since I picked up a pencil in the second grade, was to write a book with a character like …
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198. The Most Important Thing You Need to Hear This School Year
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20:54It’s September, which means it’s time for your annual pep talk, teacher friend! In this episode, I’m sharing the one message every secondary science teacher needs to hear as the school year kicks off. We’ll talk about the unique challenges you face, why boundaries and clarity matter, and how to model humanity and humility in your classroom. Plus, I…
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(Ep 457): Can a Comic Book Teach You Civil War History?
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35:20#MarekBennett #FreemanColby #GraphicHistory #CivilWarComics #Vol4Preview #ComicsWorkshop #StorycomicPresents #HistoryInPanels #VisualHistory #WebcomicAuthor In this latest episode of Storycomic Presents, I’m thrilled to welcome back Marek Bennett to talk about Freeman Colby Vol. 4, now in progress and due summer 1864. Marek walks us through how he …
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(Ep 456): The Most Versatile Artist You Haven’t Met Yet
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27:14#BillLutz #Illustration #Cartooning #GraphicDesign #MultimediaArt #StorycomicPresents #ArtAndTech #VermontArtist #VisualStorytelling #CreativeCareers In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I sit down with Bill Lutz, a multi‑disciplinary artist whose work spans illustration, cartooning, graphic design, and video editing. With over 30 years of profe…
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Episode 150: LLMs with Simon WIllison
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1:36:27In this milestone 150th episode, hosts Kelly Schuster-Paredes and Sean Tibor sit down with Simon Willison, co-creator of Django and creator of Datasette and LLM tools, for an in-depth conversation about artificial intelligence in Python education. The discussion covers the current landscape of LLMs in coding education, from the benefits of faster i…
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An American Tail & Teaching Immigration – Hollywood or History Ep. 7
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1:12:34Dr. Scott Roberts welcomes Kate Van Harren to explore how An American Tail can be used to teach U.S. immigration, labor history, and cultural identity in the elementary classroom. 📄 Show notes: [Insert PDF link] 📘 Book: [Link to the Book]By drScottRoberts
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Ignite Creativity in the First Weeks of School
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21:57Welcome to Season 11 of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast! Co-hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood are back—and this season, we’re excited to offer video episodes on YouTube in addition to our regular audio format. To kick off the new school year, Matt and Cyndi each share three go-to activities they use to set the stage for cr…
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Susan Verde: NY Times Bestselling Author. How to Promote Healthy Body Image For Kids. Tools to Communicate With Children.
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59:57Susan Verde is a #1 New York Times bestselling and award-winning author and yoga-mindfulness expert. Susan has written over 20 books for children and adults, including all nine books in the New York Times bestselling I Am series illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds. Her picture book The Water Princess was an ALA Notable Children’s Book, Amazon Best Boo…
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197. Motivating the Unmotivated - 4 Practical Tips to Help Students Care
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18:02August is wild because some of you are squeezing out those last drops of summer, while others are already knee-deep in grading. Wherever you are on that back-to-school spectrum, one thing is for sure: at some point this year, you’ll be staring down an unmotivated student (or ten!). In this episode, I’m sharing four practical tips to boost engagemen…
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(Ep: 455): Cats, Ninjas & Demons: The Weird Mix Behind Kuro Shouri
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22:54#KristinLaflin #KuroShouri #Webcomic #MangaInspiration #ActionFantasy #VermontArtist #Kikirini #ComicCreator #Webtoons #LongTermProject #AnimeInspired #StorycomicPresents #IndieComics #ComicArt In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I talk with Vermont-based comic artist Kristin Laflin (aka Kikirini), diving into her 20-year labor of love: Kuro Sh…
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Starting the School Year with My Favorite Failure: Throwback Summer 2025
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36:20As part of our Fueling Creativity in Education Throwback Series, co-hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood selected this episode to help educators reignite their passion for creative teaching as they prepare for the new school year. In this powerful conversation, they welcome back Dr. Ron Beghetto and Laura McBain, Co-Director of the K12 L…
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Building a Classroom Community Series Part 3: The Science Classroom
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27:56In this episode, Erin continues her conversation with middle school science teacher Char Ritchie. Char explains how she builds on the community building practices discussed in the last episode to build a science routines that contribute to a safe classroom community. More Resources: Episode 121: Respect Agreements Check out Char’s resources on Teac…
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Reggie Hubbard: How to Get Men and Minorities Involved in Yoga. Making Yoga Accessible and Relatable. Why Yoga Communities Fail at Being Inclusive.
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1:02:00Reggie Hubbard, certified yoga and meditation teacher, senior political strategist, and influential changemaker who is paving the way toward a more conscious world by sharing techniques that cultivate peace and ease as a foundation. He is on a mission to help activists find balance while inspiring the wellness community to become more engaged, soci…
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196. Grading Game Changers: 6 Ways to Grade Differently This School Year
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18:21Grading doesn’t have to take over your nights and weekends! In this episode, I’m sharing six practical grading game changers that helped me simplify my workload without lowering my standards. You’ll learn how to define your grading philosophy, reduce what you collect, give meaningful feedback faster, and keep students engaged, even when you're not …
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BACK TO SCHOOL: State of the BNT Union + Reading Update [Ep 271]
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46:44In this “State of the BNT Union” episode, we’re sharing where the Brave New Teaching podcast is headed next, from a new focus on YouTube and refreshed dystopia content to better-organized resources for teachers...plus a peek at the projects we’re most excited about this year. Along the way, we’re swapping back-to-school recommendations, current rea…
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(Ep: 454) Make Money, Keep Your Soul: Thriving as a Writer in Capitalism
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30:01#RussellNohelty #WriterEconomy #AuthorBusiness #CapitalistDystopia #WritingTips #StorycomicPresents #WritingCareer #AuthorAdvice #WriterMBA #TheAuthorStack In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I welcome back USA Today bestselling author Russell Nohelty to dive into his new release How to Thrive as a Writer in a Capitalist Dystopia. Russell share…
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#CRRowenson #MagicSystemBlueprint #Worldbuilding #FantasyWriting #MagicEngineer #StorycomicPresents #MagicInFiction #WritingTips #FantasyAuthors #SystemsDesign #NarrativeCraft #BuildMagicBetter #FictionEngineering #WritingCommunity #MakeMagicWork In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I chat with Clark R. Rowenson—author, chemist, engineer, and wo…
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Black-ish, Voting & Teaching with Sitcoms – Hollywood or History Ep. 6
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1:26:49Dr. Starlynn Nance joins Dr. Scott Roberts to explore how sitcoms like Black-ish and Derry Girls help students unpack civic identity, voting rights, and race. 📄 Show notes: [Link Here] 📘 Book: [Link to the Book]By drScottRoberts
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Creative Teaching Through Inquiry-Based Learning: Throwback Summer 2025
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32:47As part of our Fueling Creativity in Education Throwback Series, co-hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood selected this episode to help educators reignite their passion for creative teaching as they prepare for the new school year. In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Frank LaBanca—educator, researcher, and founding principal of Westside M…
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Heather Mason: What is Yoga Therapy and How it Works. Yoga Therapy for Mental Health. Person-Centered Health Care.
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1:09:22Heather Mason, MA, MA, MSc, is the founder of The Minded Institute, The Yoga in Health Care Alliance, and joint founder of the APPG on Yoga. She holds master’s degrees in Buddhist Studies, Psychotherapy, Medical Physiology, and has extensive education in Neuroscience. Heather has been a yoga teacher since 2001 and specialised in yoga therapy for me…
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195. A Simple and Effective Process for Parent Communication With Guest Mandy Farrar
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48:08Confession time: I’ve been gatekeeping this conversation with Mandy Farrar because it’s that perfect for the start of the school year. Mandy, a high school chemistry and physics teacher, shares her simple yet highly effective system for parent communication, built from her own early struggles and refined into a clear, repeatable process. From start…
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Building a Classroom Community Series Part 2: Respect Agreements and Community Circles
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34:46In the second episode of our 3-part series on building classroom community and expectations, Erin shares conversations with two special guests — Bailey and her 8th grade science teacher, Char Ritchie. They reflect on their experiences with Respect Agreements (also called Community Agreements) and Community Circles — what worked, what was challengin…
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INDEPENDENT READING: Breaking Down the Backwards Design for ELA Classrooms [Ep 270]
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41:03We’re calling it: independent reading is the back-to-school move of the year! In this episode, we’re getting honest about what it takes to build a reading culture that actually sticks, without burning you (or your students) out by October. We share the real talk on what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how our thinking has shifted post-COVID to make inde…
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(Ep: 452): Guitar Great Paul Asbell on Music, Memory & Mentorship
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29:57#PaulAsbell #StagesMemoir #BluesHistory #GuitarLegends #MusicMemoir #ChicagoBlues #StorycomicPresents #UVMJazz #MiddleburyMusic #AmericanRootsMusic #MusicalRecollections #MusicEducator #BluesRock #SelfPublishedBook #MusicalJourney In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I sit down with guitarist, educator, and musical storyteller Paul Asbell, whose…
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Teaching Creativity in the Elementary STEAM Classroom: Throwback Summer 2025
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32:10As part of our Fueling Creativity in Education Throwback Series, co-hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood handpicked this episode to help educators gear up for a new school year with fresh ideas for teaching creativity in the classroom. In this conversation, elementary STEAM teacher Andrea Mango shares how she brings creative teaching to …
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Dr. Alexandra Seidenstein: Yoga for Back Pain & Scoliosis. Bridging the Gap Betwen Yoga & Science. Yoga & the Biopsychosocial Model for Treating Pain.
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1:17:57Dr. Ali Seidenstein is an orthopaedic surgery resident at Johns Hopkins and longtime yoga teacher with nearly 20 years of experience which included three years living and studying in India. Before medical school, Ali was on faculty at NYU’s School of Engineering, where she continues to advise premedical students. Her Ph.D. research focused on how t…
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194. The Importance of Inquiry-Based Learning - And How to Implement It Practically
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31:17Back-to-school season is the perfect time to breathe new energy into your classroom, and one of the most powerful ways to do that is through inquiry-based learning. In this episode, I’m sharing why inquiry matters, why students often push back against it, and how you can scaffold it to feel less intimidating for everyone. I’ll break down what inqui…
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Building Classroom Community Series Part 1: Interview with Erin's Daughter
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33:13In this first episode of our 3-part series on building classroom community and expectations, Erin interviews a special guest — her daughter! Together, they reflect on the things that helped her feel seen, supported, and respected throughout middle school. From small gestures to classroom routines, this conversation offers a unique student perspecti…
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