Those Who Can't Do

This week I spoke with Jessica Hawk! Together we discuss the importance of administrative support in achieving long-term success in teaching, the challenges and rewards of starting a Gay-Straight Alliance in the early 2000s, and the humorous yet touching moments of Jessica's last days at school. This episode offers valuable insights and heartfelt stories for educators and listeners interested in the teaching profession. — Want to Learn more about Jessica Hawk?  Tik Tok / Instagram / Facebook: @myteacherface — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Charles Fournier! Together, we dive deep into the critical issues of teacher attrition, workload, and the cultural challenges within the education system. Charles shares insights from his podcast, discussing the systemic problems that lead to teachers leaving the profession and potential solutions to these issues. We explore the impact of modern distractions like cell phones in classrooms, the controversial topic of dress codes, and the nuanced relationship between teachers and social media. This episode is a must-listen for educators, parents, and anyone interested in the future of education. — Want to Learn more about Charles Fournier?  Instagram: @thosewhocantteachanymore — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Joe Dombrowski! He shares his journey from elementary school teacher to full-time touring comedian. Joe shares some wild classroom stories, including his infamous viral April Fool's prank, and offers hilarious insights into the world of teaching and comedy. Plus, don't miss his candid take on Teach for America and why he believes it needs a major overhaul! — Want to Learn more about Joe Dombrowski?  Instagram / Facebook / Twitter: @Joe _Dombrowski Tik Tok: @joe_dombrowski_ Youtube: Joe Dombrowski — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Mr. Eugene Williams! He shares some stories and we reminisce about the early days of my teaching career under his guidance, share some wild and hilarious classroom stories, and discuss the invaluable lessons I learned from his mentorship. From navigating tricky student situations to growing as an educator, Eugene's wisdom and humor made a lasting impact that I can't wait to share with you all. — Want to Learn more about Mr. Eugene Williams?  Instagram / Threads: @eugwilljr TikTok: @ewill521 — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Sam Salem! He shares his journey as a substitute teacher and comedian, his wild experiences on the road, and the challenges of balancing comedy with teaching. From awkward encounters with fans to navigating the unpredictable world of subbing, Sam shares it all with humor and insight. Plus, we swap some unforgettable stories from the classroom that you won't want to miss! — Want to Learn more about Sam Salem?   @samuelsleeves on all social platforms — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Rebecca Rogers! She shares hilarious and heartfelt stories from her early teaching years, the challenges of handling mean girls, and the memorable pranks her students played. Rebecca also opens up about setting boundaries with difficult parents and the surprising experiences that shaped her teaching career. — Want to Learn more about Rebecca Rogers?  Instagram: @rrogersworld TikTok: @rebeccarogersofficial YouTube/Facebook: Rebecca Rogers — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, I had an inspiring chat with Carey Arensberg! She shares the heartwarming story behind her Care Closet, opens up about being diagnosed with ADHD later in life and how an earlier diagnosis could have changed things, and discusses the challenges of navigating social media. Plus, hear about some of the weirdest items she's ever had to confiscate in her career! — Want to Learn more about Carey Arensberg?  Instagram @mrsarensberg  TikTok @mrsarensberg4th Youtube: mrarensberg4th Facebook: Mrs. Arensberg  Threads: @mrsarensberg  — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with the amazing Lauren Chela! Discover how she transforms history lessons with storytelling, her memorable experience at Disney's Abe Lincoln exhibit, and her journey from subbing for two years to becoming a full-fledged teacher. Plus, don't miss the hilarious story of how she recreated a battlefield right in her classroom! — Want to Learn Lauren Cella?  Instagram: @laurencella TikTok: @laurencella92 — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Devin Siebold! He shares stories about the teacher who inspired him in his youth, the time he volunteered to be pied in the face by students, and what led to him vomiting in the classroom.  — Want to Learn Devin Siebold?  All Social Media: @devinsiebold or @devincomedy — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Lauran Woolley She shared her teaching dress code philosophies, how middle school girls are terrifying, and how turning 30 means getting old and becoming uncool. — Want to Learn About Lauran Wooley?  TikTok / Youtube / Facebook / Instagram / Threads / Snapchat: @Mrs.Woolleyin5th — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Andrea Caspari! She shared her experiences teaching in the inner city, discussed how to embrace what kids are into and develop those interests and skills, and recalled a crazy possum stand-up act she saw. — Want to Learn About Andrea Caspari?  Facebook: Andrea Caspari Comedy Instagram / YouTube: @caspariland TikTok: @casparilandcomedy — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Matt Eicheldinger! He told us about how being a soccer camp coach in high school and that experience working with kids led him to teach, shared moments of how technology in the classroom failed him, talked about the books he wrote for middle schoolers, and shared some of the grossest stories he has from the classroom. — Want to Learn About Matt Eicheldiner?  Tiktok / Instagram: @matteicheldinger Website: matteicheldinger.com Links to his book: Matt Sprouts and The Curse of the Ten Broken Toes Target Barnes and Noble Amazon — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Mr Philip Lindsay, about how he is about to finish his Masters in Special Education, how he strategizes reaching kids who just can’t pay attention learning math, using Gen Z and Alpha language in the classroom, and shares his most embarrassing story. — Want to Learn About Mr Philip Lindsay?  Tiktok / Instagram: @mr_lindsay_sped  Facebook: Mr. Lindsay  — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Gabe Dannenbring, about how he comes from a family of teachers and got into teaching to bring something to society, the time he tore his pants at school, when a meth head broke into their school, and shared his opinions on what the US can do to recruit more teachers. — Want to Learn About Gabe Dannenbring?  Tik Tok: @g_unit24 Facebook / IG / YouTube: @gabedannenbring — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Gaspare Randazzo, about how a dare sent him to China, which in turn led him to teaching, as well as talking about Abe Lincoln being his favorite historical figure, his stand-up career, and his time on the Netflix reality show, The Trust. — Want to Learn About Gaspare Randazzo?  @StandUpRandazzo across all platforms. — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I spoke with Arielle Fodor, AKA Mrs. Frazzled, about her love for rodents, maternity leave practices among teachers, and where her teaching voice came from. — Want to Learn About Mrs. Frazzled?  TikTok / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube : @mrs.frazzled — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube:  @educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wonder what kind of stories your favorite teacher used to share after class ended? Let’s find out! Come kick it with me in our podcasting faculty lounge as I share a bit about what this show means to me and what I aspire to have it bring to your life! New episodes arrive April 18, 2024!  — Don’t be shy come say hi: andrea@human-content.com and podcasterandrea.com Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@educatorandrea Listen Anywhere You Podcast: Apple, Spotify, PodChaser, etc. — A Human Content Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices