The Tattooed Teacher

Phil Murdoch

The Tattooed Teacher Podcast is a conversation‑based podcast exploring the person behind the educator. Hosted by a teacher who knows there’s more to life than the classroom, each episode goes beneath the surface on identity, purpose, creativity, educator wellbeing, burnout, growth, and what it really means to show up as yourself in education. You’ll hear honest conversations with teachers and inspiring guests from around the world—sharing real stories and lived experiences that challenge the traditional image of what an educator “should” be.

  1. APR 23

    AI, Design Thinking & Student Agency with Ryan Noonan

    On this episode of The Tattoo Teacher Podcast I chat with Ryan Noonan, Leader of Digital Technology and Innovation at Chevalier College (NSW), to explore what meaningful innovation in schools looks like. Ryan’s journey starts in a low-SES community where education wasn’t seen as the obvious path, until sport and coaching sparked a love of teaching and leadership. Together, we unpack the leadership shift from “hearing” to truly “listening,” the role of humility in supporting teachers, and why relationships remain the foundation of learning in the age of AI. We explore student agency, design thinking, and the power of failing forward including the incredible example of Chevalier students designing a glove that translates sign language into speech, opening doors to innovation conferences in Australia and even NASA-related opportunities. Ryan also shares his early experimentation with generative AI—from creative writing and publishing an AI-assisted children’s book, to practical classroom use cases like supporting diverse learners and helping students build interactive experiences with Canva Code. The discussion also covers challenges such as cognitive offloading, assessment redesign, and the uncomfortable truth that what industry calls “efficiency,” education often labels “cheating.” Ryan issues a call-to-action for big tech and major companies to move beyond screens and invest on the ground in rural and regional communities, where access and support are needed most. You can find Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryannoonan5/ you can find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-murdoch-%F0%9F%A4%99-68a846b1/ YouTube https://youtube.com/@thetattooedteacher01?si=tJy1U6Huz684CtZE Follow DJ Fruit Salad: https://www.instagram.com/djfruitsaladofficial/ Supported by https://andacod.com.au/ An Australian platform built to help creators, educators, and podcasters increase their visibility and connect with Design & Technologies educators. https://teacherpd.com.au/ Australia's PremierTeacher PD Directory

    1h 3m
  2. JAN 20

    Empowering Students Through Digital Innovation with Colleen O’Rourke

    On this episode of The Tattooed Teacher Podcast, I chat with Colleen O'Rourke, a passionate educator and digital innovation leader. Colleen shares her journey into education, inspired by a teacher who recognized her potential and introduced her to technology at a young age. She emphasizes the importance of building relationships with students, particularly those who are neurodiverse, and how technology can empower them to showcase their strengths. Colleen discusses her innovative curriculum that integrates digitaltechnologies with nature, aiming to foster a balance between digital literacy and environmental appreciation. Colleen also dives into the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in education, advocating for ethical use andthe importance of teaching students to engage critically with technology. She highlights her efforts to involve parents in navigating the AI landscape and the collaborative projects that connect students across cultures through VR.The conversation underscores the transformative power of education when technology is used thoughtfully and inclusively, preparing students to be responsible digital citi can find Collen https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-o-rourke-93699b202/   you can find me onLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-murdoch-%F0%9F%A4%99-68a846b1/ YouTube https://youtube.com/@thetattooedteacher01?si=tJy1U6Huz684CtZE Follow DJ Fruit Salad: https://www.instagram.com/djfruitsaladofficial/

    1 hr

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The Tattooed Teacher Podcast is a conversation‑based podcast exploring the person behind the educator. Hosted by a teacher who knows there’s more to life than the classroom, each episode goes beneath the surface on identity, purpose, creativity, educator wellbeing, burnout, growth, and what it really means to show up as yourself in education. You’ll hear honest conversations with teachers and inspiring guests from around the world—sharing real stories and lived experiences that challenge the traditional image of what an educator “should” be.

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