Teaching While Queer: Advocacy, Community, and Resources for LGBTQ+ Educators.

Queer educators are not just teaching the Universal Declaration of Human Rights—they’re living it, every time they step into the classroom.This episode is for every teacher who’s ever asked, “How do I teach justice when my own visibility feels at risk?”We dive into the power of teaching the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) through a queer lens. This episode explores how LGBTQ+ teachers bring human rights to life in schools, bridging history, advocacy, and daily classroom realities.Listeners will hear stories and strategies that connect queer visibility with broader struggles for justice, uncovering how human rights education can become a radical act of inclusion.You’ll walk away with:Practical ways to bring the UDHR into your classroom in ways that center LGBTQ+ voices.Reflections on how Pride and human rights intersect in education.Insight into why queer teachers make human rights teaching more urgent and more alive.Tap play to learn how human rights education can become a form of queer resistance and collective liberation.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“If we don’t tell queer history, students grow up with fake education—and fake history is the foundation of oppression.”In this episode, Robert Keston, President & CEO of the Stonewall National Museum Archives & Library in Fort Lauderdale, shares how queer educators can resist erasure and fight for visibility in schools. From his activism during the AIDS crisis to leading one of the largest LGBTQ+ archives in the U.S., Robert brings urgent perspective on what’s at stake when history is silenced.You’ll hear:Why teaching LGBTQ+ history is essential for democracy, not just inclusionHow queer teachers can show up authentically in hostile political climatesWhat Florida’s book bans reveal about education and powerIf you’ve ever wondered how to bring queer history into your classroom—or how to hold onto hope while teaching in hostile states—this episode is for you.Tap play to reclaim queer visibility in education and remind students they are part of history.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!Register for the Teaching While Queer: Queer Educator Conference!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes the most impactful lessons happen far from a traditional classroom. In this conversation, comedian, writer, and educator Tim Murray shares what it’s like teaching improv and stand-up comedy inside rehab facilities — from working with queer teens navigating anxiety and identity to setting boundaries with adults.We talk about what authenticity really means for LGBTQ+ teachers, why joy and comedy are critical tools for connection, and how showing up as yourself can create safe spaces even in unexpected environments. Tim also opens up about his whirlwind year — from touring and creating a queer TV series to making a surprise appearance at the Tony Awards.In this episode, you’ll hear:How to balance authenticity with personal safety in the classroomStrategies for using comedy to foster trust and connection with studentsWhy queer visibility matters beyond traditional school wallsTap play to explore how humor, representation, and courage can transform teaching for queer educators everywhere.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“You don’t have to be perfect to be inclusive—just keep trying, keep listening, and keep loving your students fiercely.”Back-to-school season is here, and for queer teachers, the first weeks can feel like both an opportunity and a battleground. In this episode of Teaching While Queer, host Bryan Stanton (they/them) shares proven strategies to create a classroom where every LGBTQ+ student—and every teacher—can show up as their full self.Drawing on antiracist, culturally responsive, and queer-affirming pedagogy, Bryan covers:How to set the tone for trust, safety, and visibility from day onePractical, research-backed tips for names, pronouns, inclusive norms, and queering your curriculum—even when it’s not “required”Concrete ways to avoid burnout while sustaining the work all yearWhether you’re a new queer educator or a seasoned pro, this episode will leave you inspired and armed with real tools for creating change. This podcast is for you if you believe every classroom should be a place for courage, care, and queer joy.Tap play to get the confidence and clarity you need for your boldest school year yet.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Queerness isn’t just what we are—it’s how we teach, breathe, and survive, even when the world tries to shut us down.In this solo recap, Bryan Stanton (they/them) unpacks Maya Gonzalez’s transformative approach to education, creativity, and queer resilience—rooted in four decades of lived experience as a queer femme artist, educator, and creator of the Gender Wheel. Whether you’re a queer teacher, LGBTQ+ ally, or navigating pushback in education, this episode is your roadmap to queering every corner of your classroom and life.You’ll walk away with:Deep insights into queering education beyond rainbows and Pride Month—making it a living, everyday practicePractical, trauma-informed steps to create safe, healing spaces for queer students (and yourself)Bold strategies for handling pushback and reclaiming your joy as an LGBTQ+ educatoIf you’ve ever needed a reminder that your presence matters—or tools for queering your teaching even under fire—this episode is for you. This podcast is a resource, a lifeline, and a celebration for queer teachers, LGBTQ+ in education, and anyone who believes Pride doesn’t end in June.Tap play to reclaim your classroom, your healing, and your power.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I’m a queer educator who teaches queerly about queer stuff—everything is queer-focused for me.”How do you bring your whole queer self into teaching when schools still expect you to hide? In this episode, Maya Gonzalez—pioneering queer children’s book author and creator of the Gender Wheel—reveals what it means to be deeply, unapologetically queer as an educator. Drawing from decades of living and teaching in the LGBTQ+ community, Maya shares hard-won wisdom on somatic presence, surviving conservative pushback, and healing queer children through creative courage and authenticity.If you’re a queer teacher or LGBTQ+ educator wondering how to survive, thrive, and heal in education—this is your episode.Learn how to “queer the classroom” without compromise, from elementary to university settingsDiscover practical strategies to protect your spirit, build bridges, and confront anti-LGBTQ+ hostilityFeel seen in stories about queer visibility, burnout, resilience, and building true queer community in educationThis is more than survival—it’s about changing the story. Take the first step in reclaiming queer visibility and pride in schools.Tap play to restore your strength.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me! Explore Maya's work and learn more about The Gender Wheel.This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“If other teachers get to do it, why can’t I?”Band director Rachel Colby lives this question every day as a proudly out bisexual teacher in rural Virginia. In this episode, we dive deep into the joys and risks of LGBTQ+ visibility in schools, the daily dance between honesty and self-protection, and why setting boundaries with students is an act of love—not fear.You’ll hear:The real stories behind being the “first” out queer teacher for so many students, and what that responsibility feels like.How Rachel uses humor, food swaps, and “malicious compliance” to resist double standards and create truly affirming spaces.Actionable tips for queer teachers and allies on navigating bi-erasure, supporting trans students, and building resilient classroom community.If you’re a queer educator, LGBTQ+ teacher, or ally seeking a roadmap to authenticity and resilience in education, this episode is for you.Tap play to hear Rachel’s wisdom and join the fight for joy, justice, and visibility in every classroom.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"If other teachers can show off their families, why can’t I have a photo of my wife on my desk?"What does authentic queer visibility really look like in schools where “everyone is welcome” can spark controversy? In this candid conversation, bisexual band director Rachel Colby shares the real-life highs and lows of being out as an LGBTQ+ teacher in rural Southwestern Virginia. We dive into the quiet (and sometimes not-so-quiet) resistance queer educators face—bi erasure, double standards about sharing our lives, and the emotional labor of creating truly inclusive classrooms for every student.You’ll get:Raw, real talk about walking the “narrow road” of being openly queer in conservative school districtsEmotional strategies for holding boundaries and building strong student relationships as an LGBTQ+ teacherPractical, lived examples of how to push back with courage, community, and even a little petty, “malicious compliance” prideIf you’ve ever wondered whether you’re alone in the struggle—or how to survive and thrive as a queer educator—this episode is for you. Tap play to claim your space, find your people, and keep teaching wild and queer.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“If we’re surpassing the safety of children to satisfy community attitudes, then we’re failing—period.”This episode of Teaching While Queer dives deep into the lived realities of queer teachers and LGBTQ+ allies fighting for truly inclusive schools in 2025. Drawing on Bryan’s conversation with Josh Qua, a queer educator and special education coordinator in New Orleans, we tackle the urgent need for radical empathy, queer visibility, and defending the power of choice—especially as anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and book bans sweep the country.In this episode, queer educators and allies will:Learn five actionable strategies to normalize queer existence, defend student choice, and build affirming support networks in even the most conservative schools.Feel seen and validated through honest stories about overcoming isolation, resisting erasure, and finding radical joy.Get practical steps for auditing classroom representation, supporting queer colleagues, and keeping student safety front and center—no matter the political climate.This podcast is for every LGBTQ+ teacher, ally, and anyone dreaming of schools where every student and educator is truly affirmed.Take the first step in building radical, joyful, affirming schools—tap play and join the movement.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’re more uncomfortable with two dads at Pride than with hate signs outside a school, you’re missing the real danger for queer kids.In this raw, urgent episode, two LGBTQ+ educators pull back the curtain on the real cost of “otherness” in America’s classrooms. We go deep on how queer teachers navigate the Bible Belt, what happens when mentioning LGBTQ+ even gets banned, and why true inclusion means more than a rainbow sticker on the door.You’ll learn:Why “neutral” schools aren’t safe for anyone, and how compulsory heteronormativity traps both students and teachersHow real empathy, not just policy, can transform classrooms for kids with multiple marginalized identitiesActionable ways queer educators can find real allies and build joy—even in hostile environmentsIf you’re a queer teacher, LGBTQ+ in education, or a true ally who wants more than surface-level “Pride Month” talk, this episode is your permission slip to demand better—for yourself and your students.Tap play to unlearn, rebuild, and reclaim your space in schools.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Our presence in the classroom is revolutionary, even if all you do is show up with your nails painted.”In this powerful episode, we dive deep with Lisa Salvador (she/they) and Dr. Fran McLean (she/they), two out queer educators whose work in graduate mental health programs is shaking up what it means to be visible, caring, and unapologetically themselves in higher ed.Join us as we unpack why queer teachers and LGBTQ+ educators bring unmatched empathy, advocate for inclusive curricula, and model radical acceptance for every student. You’ll hear about:How queerness shapes the way teachers build trust, community, and resilience in the classroomWhy being “out” is a political act—and the subtle, everyday revolutions that matter mostReal-world strategies for pushing back on heteronormativity, fostering empathy, and bringing queer joy into schoolsWhether you’re an LGBTQ+ teacher, an ally, or a queer youth looking for hope, this conversation centers voices often left out of education and mental health. Tap play to discover why your story—and your visibility—matter. Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I didn’t always get the lesbian nod—but I’ve always been a queer teacher.”In this heartfelt Pride Month conversation, Brian sits down with Fran McClain and Lisa Salvadore—partners in life and the classroom—to explore how their queerness shapes their work in higher education, mental health, and sex education.This episode is for every LGBTQ+ teacher who's ever felt unseen, every student who needs a role model, and every ally trying to do better.Hear how co-teaching a human sexuality class became a ten-year act of queer visibilityLearn how being visibly queer challenges assumptions and creates safe spaces for studentsDiscover the power of empathy as a radical, queer teaching toolTap play to hear how being unapologetically out in education is not just brave—it’s necessary.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pre-compliance is the quiet killer of queer visibility in schools—don’t hand them your silence.In this charged episode, we unpack three major 2025 court rulings—from the U.S. to the U.K.—and what they do and don’t mean for LGBTQ+ teachers. If you’re feeling pressure to erase queer content, change your classroom, or withdraw support for trans students, stop. You are not alone—and you're likely still protected.This episode is for queer educators, LGBTQ+ allies, and anyone navigating Pride Month in hostile legal terrain.Learn why it’s not your job to interpret court decisions or preemptively censor yourselfGet 7 practical, legally sound strategies to protect yourself and your studentsHear real talk on fear, policy, and how not to lose your classroom’s soulTap play to get grounded, fired up, and ready to stand tall in this moment.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“We eloped because we were scared—scared of what would happen when the new administration took over.”In this powerful follow-up, queer Latina art teacher Sharon Tang returns to share the deeply personal and undeniably political story behind her marriage, her homeownership journey, and the emotional toll of teaching during a time of cultural crisis. From zine-making as resistance to students healing through embroidery, Sharon shares what it’s like to be an openly queer educator in Los Angeles under a hostile political climate.You’ll hear:How queer visibility in classrooms can be both life-saving and exhaustingWhat it means to teach creative self-expression in a world full of censorshipWhy journaling and zines might be our most important historical artifactsThis episode is for every LGBTQ+ teacher asking: “Is it still safe to show up as myself?”Tap play to hear what resilience sounds like in real time.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your authenticity is not small—it’s a radical act of defiance.In this heartfelt solo episode, host Bryan Stanton (they/them) reflects on five transformative lessons from their conversation with queer icon Jeffrey Marsh. Together, they explore what it means to teach with joy, show the seams of your process, and create classrooms that radically affirm LGBTQ+ identity. For queer educators and LGBTQ+ teachers navigating visibility, vulnerability, and resistance, this episode is a love letter and a roadmap.You’ll walk away with:Emotional and spiritual tools to dismantle self-hate and practice radical self-kindnessConcrete practices to model authenticity and emotional arcs in your teachingA reimagined view of classrooms as sanctuaries for queer joy and student sovereigntyWhether you’re an LGBTQ+ educator, ally, or student advocate, this conversation reminds us that queerness in education is not only valid—it’s visionary. The internet may be unpredictable, but your humanity is steady, enough, and magnetic.Tap play to recharge your purpose, restore your pride, and teach from your truest self.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“You’re not doing a little podcast—what you do is not little.”In this heartfelt Pride Month episode, host Bryan Stanton and viral educator Jeffrey Marsh dive into what it means to teach, live, and lead while queer—especially in a world that seems to both need us and fear us. This episode is a love letter to LGBTQ+ teachers navigating doxing, isolation, and the politicization of their existence.Learn how queer educators can show up authentically, even when it’s not safe to come outExplore how joy in the classroom is a radical form of resistanceHear how Jeffrey transcended self-hate—and why your humanity is your strongest teaching toolThis episode is for every LGBTQ+ teacher, every queer youth who needed one, and every ally learning how to show up. Take the first step in reclaiming your joy and your voice. Tap play now.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You don’t have to wave a flag to be radical—but you do have to survive. In this special solo episode, host Bryan Stanton shares five transformative takeaways from his conversation with Jed Dearybury—LGBTQ+ educator, illustrator, and champion of joy in South Carolina schools. This is for every queer teacher navigating visibility, safety, and joy under pressure.In this episode, you will:Learn how “quiet” queer pedagogy can be just as powerful as loud pride.Understand the mental health toll of being out—and the tools to survive it.Discover why play, joy, and small daily acts are powerful forms of resistance.Perfect for Pride Month or any moment you need to remember: queer teachers are saving lives, one lesson at a time. Tap play to reclaim your joy, your safety, and your power.You can find Jed's work at https://www.mrdearybury.com/Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jed Dearybury faced death threats and political attacks—just for being a gay educator who spoke the truth.In this searing episode, Jed shares how being visible as a queer teacher in South Carolina put a target on his back—from right-wing Twitter mobs to local politicians who openly threatened his job and safety. Despite the harassment, Jed continues to teach, speak, and advocate with joy, humor, and relentless love for his community.Listeners will hear:How queer visibility in schools became a political battlegroundWhat it feels like to be publicly attacked for your identity—and how to survive itStrategies for queer educators balancing authenticity with safety in hostile environmentsThis episode isn’t just about one teacher—it’s about all of us fighting for space in classrooms we helped build.Tap play to hear how Jed turned political persecution into power.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pride Month ends—but your queerness doesn’t.For queer educators, June often brings rainbow logos and empty gestures—while silence reigns inside the school walls. In this episode of Teaching While Queer, host Bryan Stanton (they/them) digs deep into what it means to reclaim Pride as a daily practice of resistance, authenticity, and survival.You’ll learn:How to transform performative Pride into meaningful daily visibilityPractical steps for building inclusive classrooms without burning outWhy sharing your story might be the most radical thing you do this yearWhether you're feeling unseen in your school or fired up to make change, this episode offers a roadmap for living your truth out loud—every day of the year.Tap play to reclaim Pride on your terms. Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

She was investigated three times—for creating a safe space where kids could be seen. In this searing conversation, queer elementary teacher and mom Adriana Tune shares what it’s really like to show up as your full self in a conservative district. We unpack what true allyship means, how institutional fear erases queer families, and why queer visibility in elementary schools is both powerful and risky.Listeners will learn:How small shifts—like changing bathroom passes—can transform a classroomWhat it feels like to be doxed by a pastor for teaching inclusionWhy queer joy itself is resistanceTap play to hear how Adriana keeps teaching, advocating, and loving out loud—despite it all.Support the podcast and spread the message with merch from Equalitees.Me!This podcast explores the challenges and successes of queer representation in education, tackling topics like burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the role of advocacy in building inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies. It centers support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers, and addresses how gender identity in schools can be honored to combat isolation and foster community.The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.