Best Brian Kirschner Podcasts (2025)

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The PGA Championship with Andy Lack 58:03

3d ago58:03

58:03

Brian and Andy PGA Championship at Quail Hollow BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/

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Mailbag: Math facts vs calculators, a logic problem, the Southern surge (Ep 47) 14:49

9d ago14:49

14:49

In this special mailbag episode, Anna Stokke tackles two listener questions and a comment. She breaks down a logic puzzle that stumped some fans, explains why relying on calculators isn’t a substitute for math fact fluency, and highlights comments from a listener about encouraging literacy trends in several Southern U.S. states. TIMESTAMPS [00:00:0…

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Truist Championship with Tom Jacobs 58:44

10d ago58:44

58:44

Brian and Tom talk Truist BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/

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The CJ Cup Byron Nelson with Devon 59:16

17d ago59:16

59:16

Devon and Brian talk Ryder Cup and CJ Cup

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Reclaiming learning time to boost literacy and numeracy with Ross Fox (Ep 46) 1:13:17

21d ago1:13:17

1:13:17

In Episode 46, Anna Stokke chats with Australian education leader Ross Fox. As the former Director of Catholic Education for the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn, Ross led a major shift in teaching practices that led to significant gains in both literacy and numeracy. The episode begins with an overview of the Australian education system. They …

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Best and Worst Majors since 2010 with Steve Schirmer 1:16:21

25d ago1:16:21

1:16:21

Steve and Brian talk Majors over the past 15 years

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RBC Heritage with Degen 1:21:07

1M ago1:21:07

1:21:07

Brian and Degen recap the Masters and give their best bets for RBC Heritage BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/…

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A decade of decline: Examining falling test scores with Mike Petrilli (Ep 45) 59:36

1M ago59:36

59:36

In this episode, host and math professor Anna Stokke interviews Mike Petrilli, President of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, about the role of standardized testing in K–12 education. They discuss the benefits and criticisms of standardized tests, the methodologies behind tests like NAEP, international comparisons with PISA and TIMSS, long-term tren…

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The Masters with Andy Lack 58:13

1M ago58:13

58:13

Brian and Andy talk The Masters BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/

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Mailbag: Building Thinking Classrooms, number talks & more with Zach Groshell (Ep 44) 49:03

1M ago49:03

49:03

Dr. Anna Stokke and guest Dr. Zach Groshell answer listener questions in a special mailbag episode. They cover strategies for managing varying levels of math proficiency in the classroom, critique the Building Thinking Classrooms approach, and discuss whether number talks should be prioritized for developing math fact fluency. This discussion provi…

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Valero Texas Open with Model Maniac 1:01:50

2M ago1:01:50

1:01:50

Brian and Bryon talk Valero

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Houston Open with PJ Clark 59:14

2M ago59:14

59:14

Brian and PJ recap Valspar and look ahead to The Masters and Houston Open BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/…

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How advocacy is changing reading instruction with Jamie Metsala (Ep 43) 1:15:17

2M ago1:15:17

1:15:17

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Jamie Metsala, one of two content area experts on the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s Right to Read public inquiry. Jamie shares her expertise on the importance of strong early instruction in foundational reading skills, the pitfalls of balanced literacy, and the urgent need for evidence-based practices i…

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Valspar Championship with Tom and Marty's 1:15:03

2M ago1:15:03

1:15:03

Brian and Larry talk Valspar BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/

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The Players with Joe Idone 1:07:32

2M ago1:07:32

1:07:32

Brian and Joe talk The Players BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/

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Arnold Palmer Invitational with Kyle Hewett 1:03:37

2M ago1:03:37

1:03:37

Brian and Kyle talk API and Puerto Rico Open

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Math Academy: Optimizing student learning with Alex Smith and Justin Skycak (Ep 42) 1:14:55

3M ago1:14:55

1:14:55

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Alex Smith, Director of Curriculum, and Justin Skycak, Director of Analytics, from Math Academy. Math Academy is an AI-powered online learning platform designed around science of learning principles. They discuss Bloom's 2 sigma problem and explore how Math Academy aims to address it. They also explain how …

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Cognizant Classic with Steve Schirmer 1:09:58

3M ago1:09:58

1:09:58

Brian and Steve talk Cognizant BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/

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Mexico Open with Jay Kinney 54:36

3M ago54:36

54:36

Brian and Jay talk Mexico BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/

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The Genesis Invitational with Patrick McDonald 1:05:13

3M ago1:05:13

1:05:13

Brian and Pat talk the Genesis at Torrey Pines BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com

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Supporting students with math difficulties with Sarah Powell (Ep 41) 58:53

3M ago58:53

58:53

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Sarah Powell, a leading expert in teaching students with math difficulties. They discuss the shortcomings of a recent joint position statement by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) on teaching math to students with disabilities. Sarah critiq…

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WM Phoenix Open with Adam Kirk 1:10:16

3M ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Adam and Brian talk WM Phoenix Open BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com

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Pebble Beach with John Haslbauer 1:07:14

4M ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Brian talk TGL and Pebble Beach BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/

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From math to science: How weak math skills hurt students with Therese Markow (Ep 40) 54:23

4M ago54:23

54:23

In this episode, Anna Stokke welcomes Dr. Therese Markow, Professor Emeritus at the University of California, San Diego, and host of the Critically Speaking podcast. They discuss the critical intersection of math and science education. Therese shares her firsthand experiences as a geneticist and post-secondary educator, highlighting the alarming de…

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Farmers Insurance Open with Geoff Fienberg 55:39

4M ago55:39

55:39

Geoff and Brian talk Farmers Insurance Open BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/

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Project Follow Through: Direct Instruction's overlooked success with Marcy Stein (Ep 39) 1:15:54

4M ago1:15:54

1:15:54

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Marcy Stein, professor emeritus from the University of Washington, Tacoma, about her firsthand experience with Direct Instruction (DI) and Project Follow Through—the world’s largest educational experiment. Despite showing DI’s effectiveness with at-risk students, the results were largely ignored. Marcy shar…

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Sony Open with Iain MacMillan 1:05:28

4M ago1:05:28

1:05:28

Iain and Brian preview the Sony Open and also talk about NFL wildcard weekend BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/ Sent from my iPhone BECOME AN IN…

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The Sentry with Chris Powers 1:03:40

5M ago1:03:40

1:03:40

Chris Powers and Brian Kirschner discuss The Sentry and recap the fall swing. BECOME AN INSIDER TODAY: https://www.insidesportsnetwork.com/becomeaninsider Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://inside-sports-network.beehiiv.com/subscribe join Betsperts Golf, with code INSIDEGOLF for 25% off: https://betspertsgolf.com/…

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Boosting attention and learning with Blake Harvard (Ep 38) 55:16

5M ago55:16

55:16

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, in conversation with Blake Harvard, a secondary teacher in Alabama. They discuss insights from his new book, Do I Have Your Attention?, including how he incorporates cognitive psychology into his teaching. Their conversation explores topics like cognitive architecture, memory constraints, attention contagion and co…

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Homework that works with Jo Castelino (Ep 37) 1:06:46

6M ago1:06:46

1:06:46

Join Anna Stokke as she chats with Dr. Jo Castelino, a secondary school teacher, to discuss her new book on homework. They discuss the vital role of homework in education, exploring why it's important, how much should be assigned and what types of homework are most effective. Jo shares insights from research and her experiences, addressing common c…

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How to Build Automaticity with Math Facts: A Practical Guide (Ep 36) 27:15

6M ago27:15

27:15

This solo episode, hosted by Anna Stokke, provides educators, parents, and students with practical, research-backed methods to develop math fact automaticity. These techniques have been shown to work with a wide range of students across age, skills and settings. Key techniques discussed include flashcards, cover-copy-compare, taped problems, increm…

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Preparation for university math with Darja Barr and Dan Wolczuk (Ep 35) 1:04:04

7M ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with two university math instructors, Dr. Darja Barr from the University of Manitoba and Dan Wolczuk from the University of Waterloo. What does it take to succeed in university math? Which topics are most critical for success in university calculus? They cover these questions and more in this episode, which is a mus…

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Transforming education through behaviour science with Kimberly Berens (Ep 34) 1:11:16

7M ago1:11:16

1:11:16

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Kimberly Berens in Episode 34 of Chalk & Talk. Kimberly is a behaviour scientist, an author, and the founder of FIT Learning. They discuss the fundamentals of behaviour science, the importance of measurable outcomes, the role of reinforcement, and the application of behaviour science to effective instructio…

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Educational leadership: Improving math and literacy with Scott Hill (Ep 33) 1:10:02

8M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Host Anna Stokke speaks with Scott Hill, Superintendent of Evergreen School Division. They discuss Evergreen's proactive approach to improving education, particularly focusing on mathematics and literacy. Scott shares how his division tackled low math scores by interviewing students, addressing behaviour issues, employing structured instructional m…

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Identifying and educating advanced students with Jonathan Plucker (Ep 32) 1:03:56

9M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

Math professor Anna Stokke speaks with Dr. Jonathan Plucker, a professor and director of the Education Policy Program at Johns Hopkins University, about advanced education, acceleration and academic streaming. Jonathan discusses the flaws in traditional methods of identifying advanced students and advocates for universal screening to ensure equitab…

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BMW Championship with Chad Eckert 1:00:40

9M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Chad and Brian talk BMW

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FedEx St. Jude with Matt Gannon 1:12:19

9M ago1:12:19

1:12:19

Brian and Matt talk golf

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Wyndham Championship with Ryan Baroff 49:08

9M ago49:08

49:08

Brian and Ryan talk Wyndham

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Exploring evidence for equitable education with Nidhi Sachdeva and Jim Hewitt (Ep 31) 1:03:08

10M ago1:03:08

1:03:08

Join math professor Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Nidhi Sachdeva and Dr. Jim Hewitt, educators and researchers at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto. They discuss their co-designed course on the science of learning and its impact on educational practice. The episode expands on their recent pres…

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Olympic Golf with Geoff Fienberg 59:43

10M ago59:43

59:43

Geoff and Brian talk Olympic Golf

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Open Championship with Andy Lack 55:31

10M ago55:31

55:31

brian and andy talk open championship

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Math fluency matters with Brian Poncy (Ep 30) 57:50

10M ago57:50

57:50

In the second episode of a two-part series, math professor Anna Stokke sits down with Dr. Brian Poncy, a school psychology professor at Oklahoma State University, who specializes in math interventions. His extensive research on basic fact fluency led to the development of a free math program called M.I.N.D, aimed at improving numeracy and computati…

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Scottish Open with Tom Jacobs 1:09:45

10M ago1:09:45

1:09:45

Tom and Brian talk Scottish

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Math fact crisis: strategies for improving numeracy with Brian Poncy (Ep 29) 1:03:21

10M ago1:03:21

1:03:21

In this first episode of a two-part series, math professor Anna Stokke sits down with Dr. Brian Poncy, a school psychology professor at Oklahoma State University, who specializes in math interventions. His extensive research on basic fact fluency led to the development of a free math program called M.I.N.D, aimed at improving numeracy and computati…

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The Travelers with Matt Gannon and Adam Kirk 1:22:45

11M ago1:22:45

1:22:45

Brian Adam and Matt talk US Open and Travelers

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Autism and evidence-based math instruction with Katharine Beals (Ep 28) 1:02:05

11M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

In episode 28, math professor Anna Stokke interviews Dr. Katharine Beals, who is a linguist and expert in using evidence-based instruction to teach students with autism. Katharine is the author of several books on autism, including one focused on autism-friendly curriculum and instruction. They begin the episode with an overview of autism, where Ka…

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US Open with Andy Lack 59:31

11M ago59:31

59:31

Brian and Andy talk US Open

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The Memorial with Sky Hook 48:12

12M ago48:12

48:12

Brian and Sky talk Memorial

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RBC Canadian Open with Eric Patterson 52:31

12M ago52:31

52:31

Brian and Eric talk RBC

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Using evidence in education with Pamela Snow (Ep 27) 1:10:51

12M ago1:10:51

1:10:51

In Episode 27, math professor Anna Stokke talks with Dr. Pamela Snow, a cognitive psychology professor at La Trobe University’s School of Education in Australia. She is renowned for her expertise in language and literacy instruction and co-founded the Science of Language and Reading (SOLAR) Lab at La Trobe, which assists schools in adopting scienti…

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