Authentic Educators

David Brown and Cody Crooke

A podcast for teachers, by teachers, about best lessons, favorite classroom moments, and strategies you can use today. Email us at Authenticedpod@gmail.com if you have an idea to share! Find us on: YouTube Apple Podcasts Instagram

  1. hace 4 días

    44: Trivia Routines

    What if 10–15 minutes of trivia could become one of your students’ favorite classroom routines?In this episode of Authentic Educators, Cody and Dave explore a simple, engaging trivia routine that builds classroom community, sparks curiosity, and gets students excited about learning. Dave shares how he uses weekly trivia to connect classroom content to current events, pop culture, and real-world concepts—and how teachers can adapt the strategy for virtually any subject or grade level.They discuss practical tips for getting started, forming teams, creating questions, using tiebreakers, and turning answers into meaningful conversations. Whether you teach English, history, science, or another subject, this is an easy-to-adapt strategy that can make learning more fun while reinforcing what students are learning.Have a classroom routine your students look forward to every week? Share it with us!📩 Contact us: authenticedpod@gmail.com Credits Hosts: David Brown & Cody Crooke Produced by: Authentic Educators - David Brown & Cody Crooke Edited by: David Brown Music: Sam Bye

  2. 6 oct

    43: Transparency and Modeling with AI w/ Brett Vogelsinger

    In this episode of Authentic Educators, Dave and Cody welcome back Brett Vogelsinger to explore a human-centered approach to AI in education. They discuss using AI without replacing student thinking, teaching students to make thoughtful choices, navigating cheating and transparency, and building trust through open conversations about technology. Brett also shares practical classroom strategies for using AI to deepen, not diminish, student writing, critical thinking, and creativity. Credits Hosts: David Brown & Cody Crooke Guest: Brett Vogelsinger Produced by: Authentic Educators - David Brown & Cody Crooke Edited by: David Brown Music: Sam Bye

  3. 22 sep

    42: 3 Strategies: Annotations, Engagement, and Transitions

    Cody and Dave talk about three strategies you can use today.CreditsHosts: David Brown & Cody CrookeProduced by: Authentic Educators - David Brown & Cody CrookeEdited by: David BrownMusic: Sam Bye

  4. 10 sep

    41: Completing the Stress Cycle w/ Vimbo Watson

    Teacher burnout is real—but understanding how stress works may be the first step toward managing it. In this episode of Authentic Educators, Dave and Cody sit down with educator, school leader, and professional development trainer Vimbo Watson to explore the stress cycle and why educators can find themselves stuck moving from one stressor to the next. Vimbo breaks down the four common stress responses—fight, flight, freeze, and fawn—and shares a simple, practical strategy for completing the stress cycle: taking a 20-minute walk. The conversation also explores teacher well-being, protecting educators’ time, creating healthier school systems, and how taking care of yourself can ultimately make you a better educator. Credits Hosts: David Brown & Cody Crooke Guest: Vimbo Watson Produced by: Authentic Educators - David Brown & Cody Crooke Edited by: David BrownMusic: Sam Bye

  5. 9 jun

    40: Season 2 Reflection

    Cody and Dave sit down and reflect on season 2 and 2 years of making Authentic Educators.

  6. 19 may

    39: Invitations and Expectations w/ Cornelius Minor

    There’s something exciting about opening an invitation and looking ahead to an experience that matters. In education, that same feeling can shape the way students enter a classroom each day. In this episode of Authentic Educators, we sit down with educator and author Cornelius Minor to explore the power of invitations and expectations in learning. Together, we discuss how teachers can spark curiosity, honor students’ natural desire to learn, and create clear roadmaps that help every student feel prepared to engage. Cornelius Minor is a Brooklyn-based educator, author of We Got This, and founder of The Minor Collective. His work has been featured in Education Week, Brooklyn Magazine, and Teaching Tolerance Magazine, and he has delivered keynote addresses at conferences around the world. We hope you enjoy this thoughtful and inspiring conversation.

  7. 5 may

    38: Navigating Trauma w/ Mark O’Brien

    Tragedy can bring some of the most painful moments in a person’s life.  Some people know this all too well.  In this week’s episode of Authentic Educators, we are joined by Mark O’Brien, founder of growthandgoodness.com as well as the author of the book Crashing. I love you.  Forgive me to discuss how he was able to find incredible purpose in his life after facing incredible trauma.  Our conversation highlights two specific tactics that not only educators can use in the classroom but also anyone can use in their lives to create a culture of community that is best equipped to process the unfortunately inevitable lows of life.

  8. 21 abr

    37: Always Measure Backwards w/ Anthony Scornaienchi

    On this episode of Authentic Educators, Cody and Dave sit down with Anthony Scornaienchi, a Health and Physical Education teacher who brings a powerful mindset shift to both the classroom and everyday life. Anthony shares how the ideas from The Gap and The Gain have transformed the way he approaches teaching, goal setting, and personal growth. Instead of constantly comparing yourself to an ever-moving target, Anthony explains the importance of “measuring backwards” — reflecting on how far you’ve come rather than how far you still have to go. He also shares how he has his students keep daily win journals, helping them recognize small victories and learn how to measure their own progress over time. Through stories from his work with students and lessons from education, wellness, and leadership, Anthony offers practical strategies for building confidence, resilience, and a healthier perspective on success. This conversation is a must-listen for educators, coaches, and anyone striving to grow without losing sight of their progress.

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A podcast for teachers, by teachers, about best lessons, favorite classroom moments, and strategies you can use today. Email us at Authenticedpod@gmail.com if you have an idea to share! Find us on: YouTube Apple Podcasts Instagram

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  • Creador
    David Brown and Cody Crooke
  • Años de actividad
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodios
    45
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Copyright
    © David Brown and Cody Crooke
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