10 episodes
Pod for Teacher Pod for Teacher
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4.9 • 32 Ratings
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Podcast by Aaron Fitzpatrick, Nate Langelli, and Kristen Milanovich
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Teacher Appreciation Week
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Aaron, Nate, and Kristen celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week by thanking the teachers who inspired them to follow in their footsteps, and some of their colleagues share their stories and gratitude in our Season 4 finale.
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Helicopter & Bulldozer Parents
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All parents want what's best for their kids, but what happens when they take things a little too far? Aaron, Nate, and Kristen discuss the struggles of working with "helicopter" and "bulldozer" parents and how we can all work together to do what's best for our students.
Special guest: Heather Giammaria
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The Implications of COVID-19 on Mental Health
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Aaron, Nate, and Kristen revisit the topic of mental health — this time through the lens COVID-19.
Special guest: Barb Martz
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Smoke & Mirrors vs. Substance
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While the goal of education reform may be to make meaningful, lasting, and systematic school improvements, the reality is that many initiatives are left behind, replaced, or forgotten. Aaron, Nate, and Kristen discuss this trend as well as some nuances for inspiring progress, regardless.
Special guest: Jeff Griffith
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Personal Accountability
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In the last episode of 2020, Aaron, Nate, and Kristen reflect on the year that was and what we can and can't control as we strive to make 2021 a better year in education (and in general). Special guests: Eight members of the Freedom Area High School class of 2021
For more on The Question Behind the Question® (QBQ), visit www.qbq.com.
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The Social Dilemma
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Aaron, Nate, and Kristen discuss the new Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma, how social media is impacting our educational system and society, and what can we do to get a handle on it.
Disclaimer: This episode is not affiliated with or sanctioned by Netflix or the makers of The Social Dilemma in any official capacity; however, we're always open to new endorsements! ;)
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Customer Reviews
An exceptional and inspiring dive into timely & relevant education topics
There are a lot of positive things to say about Pod for Teacher [it's interesting, the hosts are instantly likeable and provide excellent banter, it's timely and informative], but after binge-listening to about a dozen episodes this weekend, the thing that sticks out to me the most is that it is legitimately uplifting.
The "Smells Like Broken Spirit" episode inspired me as an educator who sometimes struggles with morale in a system that sometimes feels broken, and that positivity echoed across nearly every episode. The hosts take a positive-yet-realistic approach to a diverse range of contemporary topics in education, and in doing so, provide a reflective, research-informed voice that more teachers need to hear.
I am so encouraged by the level of quality that these excellent educators bring to this endeavor. Thank you for your work to inspire students in the classroom and teachers on The Pod. I look forward to the next episode!
Great Insight
Three of the best educators at their respected school provide an interesting look into the everyday life as a teacher. Well worth a listen!
Love it!
It’s great to see teachers I once had taking a step out to publicly speak out topics that may or may not be issues within the community. ❤️love you guys keep it going!