EPISODES & TRANSCRIPTIONS
Feb. 6, 2025
That’s a Wrap! The End of Season 1 (But Not Goodbye)
This is our Season 1 finale! Come reflect on the first year of podcasting with me, where I share my gratitude for this amazing journey so far and tease what's to come for Season 2.
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Jan. 30, 2025
Beware of Koala Chlamydia with Denver Riley
In this wild episode, Denver and I dive into our travel adventures filled with unexpected twists and valuable life lessons. From Denver’s dreamy yet disastrous trip to Australia—featuring koala chlamydia myths, and rental car struggles—to my questionable choices while backpacking through Europe, no…
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Jan. 23, 2025
Idiocracy in Education with Denver Riley
In this lively episode I talk with Denver Riley about everything from classroom humor to the challenges teachers face post-pandemic. We also reflect on the new administration's pick for Secretary of Education and the similari...
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Jan. 16, 2025
Edutainment Done Right with Jerry Kolber
In this episode I talk with Jerry Kolber, the creative mind behind hit edutainment shows like Brain Games and Brainchild. With a background in reality TV and a passion for making learning interactive, Jerry shares how he transformed passive viewing experiences into engaging, educational content. We…
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Jan. 9, 2025
Managing Student Trauma Dumps with Care with Denver Riley and Lauren Antonio
In this episode Denver Riley and Lauren Antonio join me for a heartfelt and humorous discussion about teaching, empathy, and navigating unexpected challenges. From recounting chaotic airport experiences in Newark to exploring the emotional weight teachers carry in the classroom, we reflect on the i…
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Jan. 2, 2025
The Secrets Behind Writing a Bestseller with Jeneva Rose
In this captivating episode I welcome New York Times bestselling author Jeneva Rose to share her journey from aspiring writer to literary sensation. Known for her hit thriller The Perfect Marriage, Jeneva talks about her writing process, balancing multiple genres, and the thrill of creating memorab…
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Dec. 26, 2024
Loose Meats and Radiator Cuisine with Gaspare Randazzo and Denver Riley
In this chaotic and laugh-out-loud episode I am joined by Denver Riley and Gaspare Randazzo for an unforgettable conversation about teaching, creativity, and hilariously unconventional approaches to classroom life. From Gaspare’s infamous “radiator cuisine” featuring Ziploc-bagged pizza and loose h…
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Dec. 19, 2024
Swiping Right with ALS with Brooke Eby
In this heartfelt and humorous episode Brooke Eby, social media advocate and ALS warrior, shares her journey of living with and raising awareness about ALS. From her initial symptoms to her diagnosis years later, Brooke talks candidly about the misconceptions surrounding ALS, her work with Salesfor…
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Dec. 12, 2024
The Art of Social Correction with Denver Riley
In this episode Denver Riley returns to explore the hidden meanings behind teacher language, focusing on the art of social correction and phrases that say one thing but mean another.
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Dec. 5, 2024
Unforgettable Freak-Outs with Tyler Jackowski
In this high-energy episode I am joined by Tyler Jackowski, an educator and content creator, for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation about teaching, ADHD, mental health, and the wild world of classroom chaos. From memorable classroom moments to advice on thoughtful teacher gifts and even the une…
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Nov. 28, 2024
A Thanksgiving Special: Gratitude and Turkey Butts with Denver Riley
In this special Thanksgiving episode I sit down with Denver Riley to dive into a blend of holiday trivia, teacher humor, and unexpected insights. As we tackle Thanksgiving history questions (with some questionable accuracy), Denver and I find ourselves navigating through fun facts, turkey anatomy,…
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Nov. 21, 2024
The Stories That Connect Us with Upworthy's Gabriel Reilich and Lucia Knell
In "The Stories That Connect Us", I sit down with Gabriel Reilich and Lucia Nell from Upworthy to discuss their heartwarming book, Good People: Stories from the Best of Humanity. We explore the power of small acts of kindness, the impact of storytelling, and how positivity can counteract the negati…
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