The Kurt and Andy Educational Podcast

Kirk J. Macnider and Andrew A. Lazzara
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Kirk J. Macnider and Drew Lazzara look to provide reflective and interesting conversation through an educational lens. In Season 1, each episode is multi-segmented and had at least one guest interview. In Season 2, each episode with be shorter in length and will have some new segments which will include recognizing those who are making a positive impact.

  1. 04/08/2022

    Episode 4 (Season 2): Shout out, School Spirit and Small Daily Wins

    Kirk and Drew continue to recognize people going above and beyond. Kirk dives into school spirit and the idea of small daily wins!

    12 min

  2. 03/08/2022

    Episode 3 (Season 2) - Zubaz, Shoutouts, and Wordle continued!

    Kirk and Drew discuss Zubaz pants, shared the awesome number of shoutouts we received, and talk a little bit more about Wordle.

    13 min

  3. 02/24/2022

    Season 2, Episode 2: Wordle, Shout Outs and What's Good!

    Kirk and Drew shout out several staff members to recognize and appreciate them. Drew laments his unsuccessful Wordle for the morning. They also discuss "What's Good!" with a perspective inspired by Daniel Pink's book, Drive, and the concepts of autonomy, mastery, and purpose.

    11 min

  4. 02/14/2022

    Season 2, Episode 1: Welcome Back - Shout Outs and What's Good?

    Season 2 kicks off with a slightly new format! We will introduce the episode, then go to our new "Shout Outs!" segment before ending with, "What's good?"  Welcome back and enjoy the show!

    12 min

  5. 05/26/2021

    Episode 9: Covid Memories and Season 1 Podcast Reflections

    Kirk and Drew reflect on lessons learned and memories from the pandemic. Kirk quizzes drew on each episode from season 1 to see what he remembers!

    26 min

  6. 03/31/2021

    Episode 8: Maslow and special guest Lindsay Schloemer

    Kirk and Drew discuss Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs with special guest, Lindsay Schloemer.

    24 min

  7. 02/19/2021

    Episode 7: The Journey, Part 3, with Principal Brian Harlan

    Kirk J. Macnider and Andrew A. Lazzara interview the principal of Schaumburg High School, Brian Harlan. They discuss some critical Chicago preferences, Brian's journey to education as well as a little of his educational philosophy.

    22 min

  8. 01/29/2021

    Episode 6: The Four Agreements with Dr. Paul Duffy

    Kirk and Drew talk about the book The Four Agreements, by Don Miguel Ruiz, with Schaumburg High School counselor, Dr. Paul Duffy.

    26 min
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About

Kirk J. Macnider and Drew Lazzara look to provide reflective and interesting conversation through an educational lens. In Season 1, each episode is multi-segmented and had at least one guest interview. In Season 2, each episode with be shorter in length and will have some new segments which will include recognizing those who are making a positive impact.

Information

  • Creator
    Kirk J. Macnider and Andrew A. Lazzara
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2022
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Kurt and Andy Educational Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Kurt and Andy Educational Podcast