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A teacher with a sarcastic wit who’s passion for debate and discussion spans the political, social and pop culture spectrums. PS - a solid metaphor can solve all life’s problems
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The full story of Ana and I getting married...buckle up, it is a long story...we will start at the very beginning. People Responsible for this incredible event Catherine McLaughin - Activation's manager and event coordinator Grey Loft Studio - Photographer and Videographer Wedecore - Wedding Planner Micheal Donovan - Wedding Planner Revell Bridal - Ana's dress Frank Sukkoo - Jo's suit Designer Fairmont Laurier - Hotel Canadian Tire - Gift bag Tim Horton's - Hat wall Salon Fiorell...
In this episode, Mr. Global and I do a deep dive into Venezuela's colonial past, the incursion of the US into their oil market and the volatile state we are finding ourselves today. Any guesses on what the US does next?
Marit Stiles (Leader of the provincial NDP) and I sit down to discuss how she got kicked out of parliament for telling the truth...and she isn't stopping anytime soon.
In this episode, I take you back to the swing sets of 1978 and jump off into the complex world of race, ethnicity, sex, and identity. The full story will be found in my NEW book 'That's Not What This Book Is About' - available July 1, 2025. The easy questions are never interesting...and to be honest, they never get asked anymore...there is google. Education is more about nuance, discussion and critical analysis than it has ever been before. I may not have even close to...
In this episode, I take a walk through Metro Prep Academy to see what we have accomplished over the year and what amazing things are in our future. The full story will be found in my NEW book 'That's Not What This Book Is About' - available July 1, 2025. I don't think I ever saw myself as a Vice Principal of a school, but I could never see myself working somewhere other than Metro Prep Academy. Thank god I had Ryan to direct this last year...he and I are really Batman and Ro...
In this episode, I almost get swept out to sea when the tide goes out. The full story will be found in my NEW book 'That's Not What This Book Is About' - available July 1, 2025. Fear and overcoming it are perhaps the two most important aspects of life. At no point does life come easy, and it is our job to figure out how to face adversity and rise. The ocean taught me a little of that, but being in a school play, that taught me the rest. That's Not What This Book Is Ab...
In this episode, a student sat me down and forced me to unlearn. The full story will be found in my NEW book 'That's Not What This Book Is About' - available July 1, 2025. One student sat me down with one vital question and it changed me and how I educate from that day forward. Funny part is, she doesn't even remember having the conversation with...I guess we know when people change us but not when we change people. That's Not What This Book Is About - Joanna Johnson Order ...
In this episode, I step into daycare and decide that Bert and Ernie overalls are ssoooo last year. The full story will be found in my NEW book 'That's Not What This Book Is About' - available July 1, 2025. What we wear is an expression of who we are and how we wish to present ourselves...it has power and weight...it is the first way we are judged. Having good conversations about what we wear is the quickest window into our soul. And that's why I want those overalls bac...
In this episode, I take into the hallways of Wellesley Hospital where I would take my first steps while my mom taught me what it was to be a superhero. The full story will be found in my NEW book 'That's Not What This Book Is About' - available July 1, 2025. This episode dives into who my mom is and how she was able to SHOW me what empathy, work ethic, intelligence, and accountability were. Some parents lecture, some tell you stories and some simply say 'do what I say not wh...
In this episode, I jump into all my favourite memories of my Grandma Ruby - a woman who is the best source of my humour. The full story will be found in my NEW book 'That's Not What This Book Is About' - available July 1, 2025. This episode may get a little 'teary' at times...but it is an important retrospect of a woman who led a life with such courage and confidence I could help but follow...a woman who tried to fix everything with a shove and a 'get my purse'...a woman I hope th...
In this episode, I will sit down with a high school volleyball teammate, Saley, and we will talk about how a post =-it changed my life. The full story will be found in my NEW book 'That's Not What This Book Is About' - available July 1, 2025. This obviously isn't just about a single post-it...Saley and I discuss the incredibly important elements of a team, finding your strength and supporting your people. Volleyball may be just a sport to some, but to us, in those years, it ...
In this episode, we jump into the baseball game that changed my life found in my NEW book 'That's Not What This Book Is About' - available July 1, 2025. I sit down with you in my car, hotdog from Harvey's, to discuss what it has been like being the only woman in some rooms or fields. It's funny how they always want to keep us out until they realize they need us - isn't it? PS - just wait for the part two bikers decided to sit and chat to each other beside my car while I was ...
In this episode, we dive into the behind the words of my NEW book 'That's Not What This Book is About' - available July 1, 2025. My Uncle Ray and I sit down to have a conversation about the chapter 'Draw an Oval' - where we discuss art, teaching and where my inspiration comes from. You want an honest and powerful conversation about teaching - this is it. That's Not What This Book Is About - Joanna Johnson Order it on July 1, 2025 at unlearn16.com
In this episode, Kate Grosvenor and I sit down and talk about the crazy world of perimenopause and menopause. What is it? How do we mitigate the impacts? Why is NO ONE talking about it? And why aren't doctors educated on it? www.kategrosvenor.com
In this episode, I sit down with Elaine Fancy, photographer and philosopher, and discuss life, meaning and the truth behind the camera. You aren't going to want to miss this conversation. Just WAIT until you see the cover of my book!!! www.ripplemediagroup.com Tiktok - @ e_fancy Instagram - @ e_fancy
In this episode, Arlene and I sit down and discuss Canada and the US, the Chinese stance in the new world order and her favourite movie. Get your popcorn out
In this episode, I sit down with Jagmeet Singh, leader of the Federal NDP Party of Canada, and ask him some hard driving political questions - all coming from my Grade 8 class. I personally loved how he handled the Messi question. BE SURE TO VOTE!!!!
In this episode, I speak with 'Shameless Elle' - a tiktok star who made an impact with lip syncs but has repurposed her fame to focus on becoming politically education AND helping others do the same. @shamelesselle Want to talk politics? We got ya
In this episode, I sit down a give a politics lesson directly out of my notebook - the indicators and limitations of democracy. Maybe if we start here we will be able to have conversations that lead us down better roads than we are currently travelling. The first lesson is free...but the next will cost ya.
In this episode, Leigh McGowan (I am Politics Girl), sit down and deconstruct the current US political and constitutional crisis. It just figures it would take two Canadian women to fix this situation...you should have called us earlier. Don't worry, we have all the answers... @PoliticsGirl
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can you do a regular tt about this, i think alot of people would learn alot
I just found out you have a podcast. I follow you on tt and am so excited that I can listen to your podcast. My teenage son is Ben likes watching and listening to you. Thank you for being you. You are amazing!!
well now I have to go watch Buffy from start to finish. lol
you already have my vote. just that sounds so much smarter than anything our US elected officials say.
Dang it. Which crystal is it?
Brilliant discussion. I do some subbing in the lower grades in schools in the US. This is exactly what I strive for-and when I volunteer in classes, making those relationships, finding how to get different students with different needs to understand the same material, with often very different approaches, is the most rewarding thing ever. It's why third graders I helped in kindergarten still run to get hugs. And now I wanna see the proposal!
Brilliant.