Best Rob Monahan Podcasts (2025)

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From Gaza to Burning Man: Yovel Peretz on War, Manhood, and True Beauty 1:09:48

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In this Breaking Normal Podcast episode, I sit down with my producer and friend Yovel Peretz (founder of Let’s Do Podcast), to dive deep into his remarkable journey: • At 15 years old, Yovel visited Miami with his father and dreamed of building a business in America one day. • That same year, he began applying for the Israeli Defense Force Special …

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From Fire Captain to City Council — Rob Kaplan on Danger, Leadership, and Breaking Normal in Boulder 56:09

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Rob Kaplan’s story begins in Gary, Indiana, a place once known as the murder capital of America, and winds all the way to Boulder, Colorado, where he became a fire captain, small business owner, and now a candidate for City Council. In this episode, Rob shares how growing up in a tough environment gave him the skills of “verbal judo,” how he got hi…

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Man Plans, God Laughs with JP Sears & Cameo from CameraMan Cal 1:03:13

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Over 200 episodes later, JP Sears returns to the Breaking Normal Podcast—the very first guest to ever grace the show, now back in this intimate living room edition with host Daniel Eisenman. What follows is a wide-ranging, unfiltered, and deeply human conversation about transformation, health, and the courage to let go of “good” in pursuit of “grea…

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Episode 17: Teachers on the Move: Diets, Fitness, and Fresh Starts 57:50

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Send us a text In this episode, Matt, Rob, and Brugge share candid reflections on the challenges of maintaining health and balance as educators. The conversation spans from their high school experiences to their ongoing efforts with weight loss, diet programs, and creative fitness routines, whether it’s sprinting empty hallways, dusting off a pogo …

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Episode 16: Behind the Curtain: How Teachers Really Get Hired in New York City 1:27:59

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Send us a text Getting hired in the New York City Department of Education (NYCDOE) isn’t just about what you know—it’s often about who you know. In this episode of Playing Teacher: The Podcast, we pull back the curtain on the hiring process in the largest school system in the country. From the nerve-wracking interviews to the networking that makes …

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The Buddhism of Becoming Better Looking with Playgirl’s Benjamin “Duff Daddy” 59:59

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From the depths of depression to the cover of Playgirl, Ben’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode of Breaking Normal, we explore how his time in overseas “paradise” left him isolated and struggling—until surrendering to the possibility of staying stuck cracked open his heart. What followed was a deep dive into Buddhist principles, sel…

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Quantum Healing through Truth & Touch with Dr. Christine Smith 1:06:53

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In this Breaking Normal conversation, Dr. Christine Smith opens up in ways that go far beyond health data or protocols. Through a series of rapid-fire, curiosity-driven questions, we explore everything from the hidden injuries that silently drain vitality, to the overlooked body signals that whisper “something’s off,” to the myths about healing tha…

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Escaping the Mold Matrix of Big Pharma – w/ Dr. Jack Wolfson, The Natural Heart Doctor 1:06:25

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In this Breaking Normal episode, I sit down with the legendary Dr. Jack Wolfson, board-certified cardiologist turned truth-telling natural healer, also known as The Natural Heart Doctor. We dive headfirst into the moldy matrix of modern medicine and why Dr. Wolfson believes every building is sick—and what to do about it. From medical tyranny to tox…

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He Choked on Organ Meats—Then Came on the Podcast to Talk About Them with Ryan Monahan 1:24:36

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Just hours before this conversation, Ryan Monahan (@themindfulnutrivore) choked on an organ meat capsule so badly his wife had to call the paramedics. And yet—he still showed up for a podcast about the benefits of organ meats. You can’t make this stuff up. In true Breaking Normal fashion, we dive into: • The wild choking incident this morning—and h…

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The Leopard That Looked Through My Eyes: A Lion Tracker’s Guide with Ret Taylor 54:37

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In this follow-up episode, Ret Taylor recounts his recent lion tracking adventure with Boyd Varty, author of The Lion Tracker’s Guide to Life. What started as a quest into the wild became something far deeper—marked by primal encounters, real danger, and hard-earned introspection. In this episode, we cover: • The surreal moment a leopard locked eye…

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“You’re Going to Relax Me and Get Me Pregnant” with John O’Connor 1:22:33

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In this deeply moving and mythic 200th episode, I sit down with Executive Coach, NLP Trainer, and Family Constellations Facilitator John O’Connor (@itsjohnoconnor) for a soul-charged conversation that weaves the mystical, ancestral, and modern masculine into one unforgettable dialogue. We explore: – His transformative pilgrimage to Ireland to honor…

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MD Mom Heals from Stage 4 Cancer — And Now Teaches the Power of the Mindset 1:03:39

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🎙️ In this powerful episode of the Breaking Normal Podcast, Dr. Isabelle Amigues — a board-certified rheumatologist, cancer survivor, and founder of UnabridgedMD — shares how receiving a diagnosis of **Stage 4 breast cancer on her 40th birthday** became the most pivotal gift of her life. We dive deep into how her **open-mindedness, surrender, and w…

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Methylene Blue, Hyperbaric Healing & Breaking Medical Norms with Dr. Scott Sherr 1:02:15

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In this electrifying episode of the Breaking Normal Podcast, Daniel sits down with Dr. Scott Sherr—a trailblazing physician, father of four, and one of the leading voices in health and performance optimization. They dive deep into the top 10 most Breaking Normal questions, exploring: • 🔵 The powerful history and modern use of methylene blue—from ma…

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Strength Side Hits Two Million while Trevor becomes a Dad 1:06:03

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What happens when your shoulder keeps dislocating… and instead of surgery, you build The Strength Side—a YouTube movement with over 2 million subscribers? In this raw, real, and revelatory episode, I sit down with Trevor Hash, co-founder of The Strength Side, movement master, new dad-to-be, and living proof of how adversity can sculpt purpose. We d…

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75-Year-Young Boulderite on Divorce, Estrangement, Sex, and Reinvention – Howard Snooks 1:08:53

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When Howard Snooks’ wife unexpectedly asked for a divorce in his 60s, he could have unraveled. Instead, he reinvented himself.In this episode, we explore how Howard transformed that pivotal moment into the beginning of a whole new chapter—one filled with modeling contracts, acting roles, social media stardom, and the most vital, connected sex life …

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Family Business of Testosterone, Peptides & Longevity – with David from Elixium 1:07:32

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💥 In this powerhouse episode, Daniel sits down with David Raday—bodybuilder turned longevity guide—of @dradayii (https://www.instagram.com/dradayii) and @elixiumhealth (https://www.instagram.com/elixiumhealth), co-founder of JoinElixium.com (https://joinalexium.com), a cutting-edge father-son hormone optimization and functional wellness clinic.We g…

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Was Don Waddell sneaky efficient? 52:33

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Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we recap what happened during the NHL draft and discuss the players the Blue Jackets acquired during this time.By Gannett

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Black Belt Dan Steele on Jiu-Jitsu, Japan, Death, Dreams, & the Athletic Edge 54:07

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Dan Steele, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt (https://www.instagram.com/dansteelebjj) and coach at Easton Training Center (https://www.instagram.com/eastontc), joins me for a dynamic conversation that bridges discipline, grief, adrenaline, and ancestral health. We dive into: • The mysterious dream he had the night before learning about his father’s t…

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Episode 15: Why We Left Teaching (and Where We Hid While We Stayed) 57:02

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Send us a text In this episode of Playing Teacher, Robert, Matthew, and Brugge dive deep into the bittersweet—and sometimes hilarious—world of teachers leaving their jobs and the hidden realities behind the classroom door. They talk about: The emotional chaos of packing up years of teaching memories into giant bags The secret hideouts teachers swea…

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Roster palooza 56:53

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Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we preview the upcoming NHL draft, speculate about what the Jackets might do, and discuss the implications for the future.By Gannett

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Episode 14: Field Trip Fails, Emergency Room Runs, and Outback Steakhouse 1:09:10

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Send us a text In this unforgettable episode of Playing Teacher, Rob, Brugge, and Matthew take us behind the scenes of one of the most chaotic rituals in education: the school field trip. It all begins with a subway disaster—Matthew describes watching a class trip unravel on public transit, complete with unsupervised elementary students and overwhe…

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Jayson Gaddis Takes Me to Relationship School 1:00:25

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🎧 Join me and @jaysongaddis, founder of RelationshipSchool.com (https://relationshipschool.com), as we explore the real curriculum of conscious relationships, parenting, sex, healing, and self-leadership.What started for me as hosting health retreats evolved into realizing that real relationships are the true pillar of health—starting with the one …

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Episode 13: The Secret Game of Calling Out...Rules, Risks & Ridiculousness 1:01:07

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Send us a text In Episode 13 of Playing Teacher, we pull back the curtain on one of the most absurd realities of working in education: calling out sick. From planning sub folders while mid-fever to writing emergency plans in a NyQuil haze, we explore the ridiculous, guilt-ridden, and occasionally hilarious world of teacher absences. We talk about: …

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The Wild Wild West of Somatic Breath Work with Steven Jaggers 1:06:48

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In this powerful episode, Daniel sits down with Steven Jaggers (@jaggersjr) from somaticbreathwork.com (https://www.somaticbreathwork.com) to dive deep into the raw, often misunderstood world of breathwork. They kick off with a wild synchronicity around Vivo Barefoot and skateboarding tricks at Outside Festival, then dive headfirst into Steven’s jo…

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Monahan wins Masterton 36:00

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Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we talk about how center Sean Monahan was voted Masterton Trophy winner and provide other news and notes regarding the Blue Jackets.…

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Vision Questing, Desert Fasting, Lion Tracking, Musagi Engineering, Synchronicity Sparking, and Selling a Company — with Ret Taylor 52:53

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In this episode of Breaking Normal, I reconnect with Ret Taylor — entrepreneur, adventurer, and transformational coach — for a deep dive into his extraordinary journey. We explore: • How a four-day desert water fast in Escalante, Utah led Ret to a mystical encounter with a rock shaped like an elephant — and a calling to the African Serengeti with t…

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Episode 12: Teacher Headlines, DOE Dreams & The 50-Minute Flop 58:43

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Send us a text 📘 Episode Description: In this episode of the Playing Teacher Podcast, we debut a brand-new segment: 🎤 Teacher Headlines with Janine Brugge, where we explore what’s really going on in the world of education—both the serious and the absurd. This week, we take a hard look at the NYC Department of Education’s failed initiative known as …

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The Art of Opening with Mitch Hash 1:06:59

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From anxiety and depression to Qigong workshops and YouTube breakthroughs—Mitch Hash joins me on Breaking Normal to share how training with his brothers Josh and Trevor, along with the help of mushrooms, helped get him off the couch and into a life of embodied purpose. His journey has now led to The Art of Opening, where he guides others in nervous…

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Episode 11: Field Day, Minecraft Battle & Upstanders 45:41

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Send us a text In this episode of the Playing Teacher Podcast, we delve into the vibrant world of education, sharing personal anecdotes and professional insights that resonate with educators, students, and lifelong learners alike. 🎯 Episode Highlights: Field Day Reflections: We reminisce about their own Field Day experiences, discussing the joys an…

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God is the Father Now with Steph Hendel 1:20:47

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First episode, where everyone, including the producer was crying. This episode starts with me laughing like a goofball—remembering the moment I met Steph Hendel on September 28, 2012, at a RawBrahs retreat I was hosting with my brothers. It’s the day I met Diana—Divina’s mom—and the day Steph’s entire life took a new trajectory that eventually led …

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Base Jumping, Wingsuiting, Paragliding, and Bitcoin Philanthropy with Joshua Grosh 1:13:56

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Joshua Grosh (@joshua_wild_skies) is a fourth-generation Boulderite, extreme sport enthusiast, and founder of NovaSapien.com (https://www.novasapien.com)—a company created to make Bitcoin-based giving easy, impactful, and regenerative. In this high-flying episode, we explore: – The world of base jumping, wingsuiting, and paragliding (including a su…

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Fearless Fermentation from Barefoot Boulder Badassador — Yoshua Greenfield 1:15:29

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In this barefoot Boulder broadcast, I’m joined by Yoshua Greenfield (formerly Josh of Brothers Green), a fearless fermenter, regenerative farmer, and unapologetically off-grid dad. Together, we explore the ancient art and modern magic of fermentation—from the simplicity of sauerkraut to indigenous spit beer (chicha)—and the deeper meaning behind pr…

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Episode 10: Pacing, Pop Culture, and the 30-Second Reprimand 1:00:30

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Send us a text 🎙️ Playing Teacher Ep. 10 – Pacing, Pop Culture, and the 30-Second Reprimand Description: In this episode of Playing Teacher, Matt recounts a jaw-dropping moment when he was called out in front of students for returning to class 30 seconds late after using the bathroom—yes, 30 seconds. Jeannine and Robert reflect on how often teacher…

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Apply Here to Have My Children with Dustin Hogart from Wazoo Gear 1:17:35

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We kicked off this episode by literally breaking into our studio—lock-picking our way inside with a crew of synchronicity and symbolism. It felt like a perfect metaphor for my life lately: sometimes, you’ve got to find another way in.Once we got rolling, the gifts began—Dustin bartered bear fat and a one-of-a-kind hand-selected stone necklace that’…

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Keeping Bees Because It’s the Right Thing to Do with Sean Hall 1:21:36

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In this buzzing episode of Breaking Normal, Daniel sits down with regenerative beekeeper and honey alchemist Sean Hall (@sean.ha11) to explore the deeply aligned, wildly untold truths about bees and what they’re here to teach us.Together, they dive into: • The scout bees’ waggle dance and how it models truth-based communication • The difference bet…

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Episode 9: Carrots, Sticks, and the Art of Motivation in the Classroom 1:11:31

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Send us a text In this episode of Playing Teacher, we unpack one of the most familiar — and controversial — strategies in elementary education: rewards and incentives. From treasure boxes and pizza parties to Dojo points and public praise, we examine how these practices shape student motivation, behavior, and identity in the classroom. Are we inspi…

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The Dean Evason effect 40:16

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Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we recap the 2025 NHL Draft and talk about everything that happened with the Blue Jackets.By Gannett

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307: Head and the Heart's Jonathan Russell/ Coldplay 1:14:21

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Jonathan Russell, lead singer and songwriter of Head and the Heart takes us on a musical journey from Virginia to Seattle, through his influences, life experiences and songs that lead to the formation of one of the most enduring bands of the last 15 years with hits like Lost In My Mind, All We Ever Knew, Rivers and Roads, Missed Connection and coun…

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Drop the Pack & Eat Roadkill with Donny Dust — Breaking Normal Podcast 1:18:08

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In this wild, wisdom-packed episode, I sit down in person with modern caveman and primitive skills expert Donny Dust—surrounded by his handmade stone tools and a raw bison heart I brought from one of Tribe Vitamins’ regenerative suppliers. Using one of Donny's knives, we literally ate the heart together while recording.We scratched the surface of a…

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Bridging Worlds with Sherpa Chai with Pemba Sherpa Everest Guide 44:52

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Bridging Worlds with Sherpa Chai | Everest Guide Pemba Sherpa Show Links: Learn more about Pemba Sherpa and Sherpa Chai at SherpaChai.com (https://www.sherpachai.com) Get the world’s best skincare and supplements at TribeVitamins.com (https://www.tribevitamins.com) From a remote Himalayan village at 10,000 feet to building a bridge between two worl…

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Setting up for an interesting offseason 30:40

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Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss what has happened in the offseason and what we expect to see forthcoming.By Gannett

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Blow us outta here 28:20

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Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss how the Blue Jackets were eliminated from the playoffs and their hopes of making a run in the postseason. Finally, we preview their final regular-season game against…

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The truth about Tallow, Milk, & Liver With Andre from Jacob Springs Farm 1:07:37

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Get the best Tallow & Liver at www.TribeVitamins.com Get the best Raw Milk and reach out to Andre at www.JacobSprings.com In this raw and real dialogue, Daniel visits Jacob Springs Farm—one of only three raw milk producers in Boulder County (alongside The Golden Hoof and Light Root)—to sit down with Andre, the farm’s wise and wildly humble steward.…

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Eggs, Meat, & Milk with Alice from The Golden Hoof 59:33

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To connect with Alice or subscribe to her newsletter, visit: (https://www.thegoldenhoof.com)To explore Daniel’s favorite ancestral products: (https://www.tribevitamins.com)⸻What’s really behind the label “grass-fed”? Why do store-bought eggs all look the same? Can yogurt culture your gut and your soul? In this rich, grounded, and eye-opening conver…

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Episode 7: Remember When… (Memorable Moments & Movie Magic) 1:00:22

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Send us a text In this episode of Playing Teacher, we talk about the moments that stick—the scenes from our lives as educators that play in our minds like movies. You know the ones: the hallway showdown, the field trip fiasco, the spontaneous dance party, the kid who said something so profound you wrote it on a post-it and never threw it away. We r…

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Episode 6: I Did It My Way: Authenticity in a System That Doesn’t Always Want It 38:24

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Send us a text In this episode of Playing Teacher, we talk about something every educator feels at some point—what it means to be yourself in a school system that often prefers you to color inside the lines. Whether it’s pushing against outdated norms, teaching in ways that aren’t “in the handbook,” or simply showing up as your full, weird, passion…

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Episode 8: Teaching and Learning During COVID in NYC 53:14

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Send us a text In this episode of Playing Teacher, we rewind to one of the most surreal, exhausting, and defining chapters in modern education: COVID in New York City. Teaching during the pandemic wasn’t just about pivoting to Zoom—it was about surviving, adapting, and finding humanity in the chaos. We talk candidly about what it meant to be an edu…

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Episode 5: Are We Okay? (Spoiler: Probably Not) 58:18

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Send us a text Teaching, Sanity, and the Fine Line Between Passion and Burnout In this episode of Playing Teacher, we ask the question that lingers behind every empty coffee cup, every hallway meltdown, and every wildly creative bulletin board at 2AM: Are we okay? Spoiler alert: probably not. We take a lighthearted but honest look at the emotional …

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Episode 3: The Hook: The Art of Captivation 42:27

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Send us a text In this episode of Playing Teacher, we dive into The Hook—that elusive, electric moment when a teacher pulls students in and makes them want to learn. It’s the magic trick, the spark, the wink across the room that says, “This is going to be good.” But here’s the thing: it’s not in the lesson plan template, and it sure doesn’t show up…

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Episode 4: Roll Film: Cinema, Memory, and Metaphor in the Classroom 57:33

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Send us a text In this episode of Playing Teacher, we pull back the curtain on a not-so-secret weapon in our teaching toolbox: cinema. Whether we were screening something in our makeshift movie theater during lunch or showing a film to an entire class, movies weren’t just a break—they were world-builders. But this episode isn’t about the obvious cu…