Best Learner Lab Podcasts (2025)

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Stop translating in your head- Learn to think directly in English! 11:37

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Send me a text! Welcome to The English Education Lab Podcast—where we explore smarter ways to learn, gain confidence, and make real progress in English, one step at a time. In today’s episode, we’re diving into a challenge that can completely transform the way you speak English: learning to stop translating and start thinking directly in English. I…

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209. Anatomy Scope and Sequence: How and Why I Teach Anatomy the Way That I Do 24:08

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Anatomy holds a special place in my heart, and in this episode, I share how I teach it and why I designed the It’s Not Rocket Science® Anatomy curriculum the way I did. I focus on sparking curiosity, weaving in three big themes, and prioritizing breadth over depth (hot take!). You’ll hear how this hands-on, student-centered curriculum engages learn…

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MODERN COACHING PLANNER with Javi Miller-Estrada (1 of 2) 27:45

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Modern Coach's Planner Javi's website: thecoachjav.com Emergence Website Emergence Certified Skill Acquisition Specialist (CSAS) Ignite Performance Website __________ Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show. Billy's fantasy series is fi…

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Why Early Childhood Matters: PNC’s Role in Shaping Kentucky’s Educational Landscape with Yajaira Aich-West 31:40

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Yajaira Aich West VP Client and Community Relations Director, PNC Bank Quote of the Podcast: “"It’s not so much what we have in this life that matters. It’s what we do with what we have." Fred Rogers Introduction of Guest BIO – Yajaira Aich West is a Vice President at PNC Bank and serves as the Director of Client and Community Relations. In this ro…

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Listening practice - A1 - Rotinas de desporto

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Running, walking, and the gym when the weather is bad: a week of activity that keeps the body moving. Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-9 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get us…

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#73 Discernment as a practice: make clear decisions for life and work 1:06:51

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Welcome to Wellthy Living Conversations EP 73: DISCERNMENT AS A PRACTICE: MAKE CLEAR DECISIONS FOR LIFE AND WORK with guest Nathalie Martinek Nathalie Martinek, PhD traded biological research for decoding toxic relationships and workplaces. Think of her as a guide through the minefields of personal relationships and modern professional life, equipp…

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208. 5 Tips for How to Lesson Plan While Managing Constant Disruptions 24:04

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Are constant disruptions messing up your perfectly planned weeks? You’re not alone! When I taught at small schools in particular, it often felt like every week held a new disruption. Between spirit weeks, fire drills, and field trips, I sometimes wondered if I’d ever get a “normal” week with my students! In this episode, I'm sharing five practical …

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Listening practice - A1 - As manhãs da Carlota

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Tired but determined, Carlota builds her morning step by step—and plans a better bedtime. Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-8 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rh…

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Inquiry Oasis Season 3: Dr. Karina Salazar Part 1 22:06

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JAKE MENCACCI (2 of 2) 33:27

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show. Billy's fantasy series is finally done! Check out the books here!By Gold Medal Squared

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207. Dealing With Combative Parents - 6 Tips and 2 Warnings 30:34

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No matter how far we are into the school year, those dreaded surprise parent emails can still hit your inbox, often full of big emotions and even bigger accusations. In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most challenging parts of teaching: handling combative parents with confidence and professionalism. I’m sharing six practical strategies (pl…

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Listening practice - A1 - As compras no mercado

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Carlos wants healthy, local produce; a trip to the village market puts his plan to the test. Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-7 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the…

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Unlocking Talent: Building Effective Learning Experiences with Dr. Lisa Hammonds 28:00

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Dr. Lisa Hammonds Founder, Dove Training & Innovations Quote of the Podcast: Your heart has to be able to handle the weight of your divine calling - bell hook Introduction of Guest BIO – Dr. Lisa Hammonds is the founder of Dove Training & Innovations and a passionate, results-driven Learning Experience & Development Consultant with a proven track r…

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JAKE MENCACCI (1 of 2) 34:09

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show. Billy's fantasy series is finally done! Check out the books here!By Gold Medal Squared

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206. PRIME TIMES® - Everything You Need to Know 49:56

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Today’s the day! I’m finally doing a deep dive into my number one classroom procedure: PRIME TIMES®. I share the origin story, why they’re essential for classroom management and formative assessment, and practical strategies for making them work in any secondary science classroom. You’ll learn how to overcome common challenges like missing papers, …

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Listening practice - A1 - As férias

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The Silvas want a relaxing vacation; first, they have to get through the airport. Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-6 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of …

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REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Joe Trinsey and David Hunt (2 of 2) 40:55

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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The Joy Lab: Empowering Teachers and Students with Connection, Play, and Purpose with Darcy Bakkegard 1:05:27

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Darcy Bakkegard Co-Founder & Change Consultant, The Educators' Lab Quotes of the Podcast: “Think of what you want to be different and start from there.” Priya Parker, The Art of Gathering “While individual curiosity can produce incredible feats, our collective curiosity is the motor behind humanity’s biggest innovations. Conversations feed our imag…

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205. A Cell Phone Policy for High School Students 25:11

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Cell phone policies are one of the most debated topics for secondary teachers, and for good reason! They’re tough to get right. In this episode, I’m sharing my honest experiences with different approaches, what’s worked (and what’s totally failed), and the key factors to consider before setting your own rules. We’ll talk about how your personality,…

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Listening practice - A1 - A dor de dentes

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Paulo feels a small tooth pain, tries to ignore it, and soon faces a difficult decision. Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-5 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhy…

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Listening practice - A1 - A casa nova do Carlos

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In this episode, you'll learn about Carlos. He lives in the historic city of Coimbra where he just bought a new home. Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-2 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening s…

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REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Joe Trinsey and David Hunt (1 of 2) 35:44

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Inquiry Oasis Season 3: Dr. Desiree Vega Part 2 21:28

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Listen to part 2 of the two part episode with Dr. Desiree Vega. Dr. Vega and Dean Deil-Amen continue to explore the intersection of identity, advocacy, and purpose in the field of school psychology. Dr. Vega discusses her research findings, recommended readings, and an upcoming book release with her colleague Jaclyn Wolf at San Francisco State Univ…

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204. Serving English Learners in Your Science Classroom With Risa Woods of Every Teacher 49:21

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Once the school year is in full swing, meeting every learner’s needs can feel impossible, especially when it comes to supporting English learners. In this episode, I sit down with Risa Woods from Every Teacher for a conversation that’s equal parts practical and encouraging. Together, we dig into common misconceptions about who English learners are,…

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QUIET EYE - Motor Learning For Coaches 34:31

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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203. Who Makes up the Deficit? How to Respond When Students Are Behind 34:36

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One of the toughest realities for teachers is realizing that your students are already behind before the year even begins. That’s exactly what we’re tackling in this episode. Last week, we talked about how to handle things when students fail a test at the end of a unit, but this week, I’m flipping the script (thanks to another great listener questi…

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SERVING ROUTINES with Adriano Carvalho (2 of 2) 29:13

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Inquiry Oasis Season 3: Dr. Desiree Vega Part 1 24:07

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Listen to part 1 of 2 in which Dr. Desiree Vega joins Dean Deil-Amen to explore the intersection of identity, advocacy, and purpose in the field of school psychology. Dr. Vega is a professor in the department of Disability and Psychoeducational Studies (DPS). Dr. Vega reflects on her journey as a first-generation college graduate, and how her famil…

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202. What to Do When Your Students Fail the Test 22:14

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Raise your hand if you've been called “the mean teacher” for holding firm on test policies! In this episode, we dive into what to do when students fail a test, from deciding on retakes or corrections to analyzing trends in student performance and reteaching where needed. You’ll hear practical tips for breaking down assessments by concept, setting u…

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Bridging Education Gaps: Personalized Coaching and Research for Today’s Graduate Students 28:32

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Marj Atkinson CEO The Research Sage Quotes of the Podcast: Make yourself an example of good works with integrity, dignity and incorruptibility in your teaching. Titus 2:7 CSB What a school thinks about its library is a measure of what it feels about education. -Harold Howe. Introduction of Guest BIO – Marj Atkinson received her Master of Library Sc…

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SERVING ROUTINES with Adriano Carvalho (1 of 2) 35:13

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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201. AI Literacy for Science Teachers With Guest Amanda Bickerstaff of AI for Education 39:27

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AI is everywhere right now, and if you’ve been feeling both curious and overwhelmed, you’re not alone! In this episode, I’m joined by Amanda Bickerstaff, a former high school biology teacher and co-founder of AI for Education, for a conversation about AI in the classroom. We explore why AI literacy is becoming a core skill for both teachers and stu…

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LOUISVILLE VOLLEYBALL with Dan Meske (2 of 2) 33:08

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Inquiry Oasis Season 3: Patricia Moreira 19:49

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In this episode of the "Inquiry Oasis" podcast, Dean Regina Deil-Amen speaks with Dr. Patricia Moreira, an assistant professor in the University of Arizona's College of Education. Dr. Moreira, a former science teacher from Chile, discusses her research on how students' reasoning in science becomes visible and how this understanding can be applied t…

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200. Ask Me Anything! Going Over Work, NGSS, Labs, and MORE! 41:34

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Can you believe it?! We’ve officially hit the 200th episode of Secondary Science Simplified AND crossed over 200,000 listens — what a milestone! I’m so grateful for every teacher who tunes in and makes this community so special. To celebrate, I’m bringing back one of my favorite formats: an “Ask Me Anything” episode where I answer your top question…

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Building an Informed Democracy: Education, Public Policy, and Information Literacy 27:45

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PODCAST Season 5 EPISODE 3 Dr. Cassidy Sugimoto School Chair, Tom and Marie Patton Chair, Professor Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School of Public Policy Georgia Institute of Technology Quote of the Podcast: Nelson Mandela: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Introduction of Guest BIO – Dr. Cassidy R. Sugimoto…

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TRANSITIONING TO HEAD COACH with Dan Meske (1 of 2) 36:05

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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199. How to Not Take Work Home (In Your Head, or in Reality) This School Year 17:16

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Work-life balance…it’s the unicorn we’re all chasing, isn’t it? In this episode, I’m sharing the practical strategies and mindset shifts that have helped me finally keep work at work. From being ruthless about what you grade, setting up overflow days, and maximizing your planning period, to outsourcing tasks and shifting classroom culture, you’ll w…

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REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Keegan Cook and Jonathan Winder (2 of 2) 33:36

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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Inquiry Oasis Season 3: Jill Castek 18:33

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Join us for an interview with Dr. Jill Castek and host, Dean Regina Deil-Amen. Dr. Castek, a former teacher and literacy specialist, is a professor in the department of Teaching, Learning, and Sociocultural Studies (TLS) and is the co-director of the Digital Innovation and Learning Lab (DIALL). More than just a tech-filled room, DIALL is a dynamic …

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198. The Most Important Thing You Need to Hear This School Year 20:54

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It’s September, which means it’s time for your annual pep talk, teacher friend! In this episode, I’m sharing the one message every secondary science teacher needs to hear as the school year kicks off. We’ll talk about the unique challenges you face, why boundaries and clarity matter, and how to model humanity and humility in your classroom. Plus, I…

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Will Richardson on Why the Status Quo in Education Fails Today’s Learners 31:22

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PODCAST Season 5 EPISODE 2 Will Richardson Founder Future Serious School Quote of the Podcast: "The end of the world as we know it is not the end of the world, full stop." ~Dougald Hine Introduction of Guest BIO – Will is a lifelong educator who, after 22 years in the classroom, has worked with educators in over 25 countries to push their thinking …

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REASON YOUR BRAINS OUT with Keegan Cook and Jonathan Winder (1 of 2) 37:06

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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197. Motivating the Unmotivated - 4 Practical Tips to Help Students Care 18:02

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August is wild because some of you are squeezing out those last drops of summer, while others are already knee-deep in grading. Wherever you are on that back-to-school spectrum, one thing is for sure: at some point this year, you’ll be staring down an unmotivated student (or ten!). In this episode, I’m sharing four practical tips to boost engagemen…

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PLAYER BUY-IN - Motor Learning for Coaches 34:01

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Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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196. Grading Game Changers: 6 Ways to Grade Differently This School Year 18:21

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Grading doesn’t have to take over your nights and weekends! In this episode, I’m sharing six practical grading game changers that helped me simplify my workload without lowering my standards. You’ll learn how to define your grading philosophy, reduce what you collect, give meaningful feedback faster, and keep students engaged, even when you're not …

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S5 E1 Creating Opportunity for Every Child: Dr. Liggins on Equity and Innovative School Programs 31:17

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PODCAST Season 5 EPISODE 1 Dr. Demetrus Liggins Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent Quote of the Podcast: "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit" -Aristotle Introduction of Guest BIO – Today’s guest is Dr. Demetrus Liggins, superintendent of Fayette County Public Schools since 2021. A former English and…

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COACHING THE 99% with John Kessel (2 of 2) 37:40

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Let's Keep the Ball Flying Tennis Overlay Red Ball vs Pro Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared

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195. A Simple and Effective Process for Parent Communication With Guest Mandy Farrar 48:08

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Confession time: I’ve been gatekeeping this conversation with Mandy Farrar because it’s that perfect for the start of the school year. Mandy, a high school chemistry and physics teacher, shares her simple yet highly effective system for parent communication, built from her own early struggles and refined into a clear, repeatable process. From start…

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COACHING THE 99% with John Kessel (1 of 2) 36:46

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Let's Keep the Ball Flying Tennis Overlay Red Ball vs Pro Coach Your Brains Out: The Art and Science of Coaching Volleyball The Inner Knight: Train and Compete Like a Champion Become a Patron to support the show.By Gold Medal Squared