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Math is Figure-Out-Able!

Pam Harris, Kim Montague

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Math teacher educator Pam Harris and her cohost Kim Montague answer the question: If not algorithms, then what? Join them for ~15-30 minutes every Tuesday as they cast their vision for mathematics education and give actionable items to help teachers teach math that is Figure-Out-Able. See www.MathisFigureOutAble.com for more great resources!
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Math Teacher Lounge

Bethany Lockhart Johnson and Dan Meyer

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Math Teacher Lounge is a biweekly podcast created specifically for K–12 math educators. In each episode co-hosts Bethany Lockhart Johnson (@lockhartedu) and Dan Meyer (@ddmeyer)dive deep, with guests, into the math and educational topics you care about. Interact with us on Twitter (@mtlshow) or join our Facebook group (facebook.com/groups/mathteacherlounge) for more content.
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Modern Math Teacher- Teaching Strategies for High School and Middle School Math Teachers

Kristen Moore- High School Algebra Teacher + AI Educator + PBL Coach

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The Modern Math Teacher helps you make math class the best part of your 6-12 students' day. Join Kristen Moore for quick, real-talk episodes on Project Based Learning, student-centered teaching strategies, AI and technology inspired lesson planning and boosting student engagement—without burning out. New episodes every Tuesday. 👉 Join the conversation inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Community Facebook Group!
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Adding It All Up

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)

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The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) welcomes you to Adding It All Up —a podcast created by and for mathematics educators and teachers. Join us each month as we explore current topics, insights, and emerging trends with thought leaders in the math community.
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Math Chat

Mona Iehl

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Mona, of Mona Math, reveals the mysteries of how to teach elementary math even if you aren't a math person. Discover how you can develop a buzzing student led math classroom. We cover all things math identity, classroom culture, and student centered instructional practices to help you empower students to love and understanding math deeply.
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Ohio Third Grade teacher, Amelia Kopinsky, discusses teaching math. This podcast discusses everything from student engagement to forming relationships. So if you are a math teacher, have a listen you may be able to relate to something or even learn something new!
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Wing & Tail Outdoors

Sportsmen's Empire

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The Wing and Tail Boys…who are they? They’re a group of family and friends with a story to tell and a dream to chase. Hosted by Chris and Angelo, join THE BOYS through their journey as they learn and share their experiences in hunting, fishing, woodsmanship, bushcraft, hunter safety, and so much more. While THE BOYS aim to cover topics specific to the Northeastern region of our country, the information and experiences they share can be applied and related to anywhere someone could enjoy the ...
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A teacher podcast for busy educators—about 10 minutes, every week. Stay current on artificial intelligence in education (plain English), edtech, and what matters in the classroom: culture, instruction, assessment, digital health and wellness, and more. Simple ideas you can use right away. Hosted by AP Computer Science teacher Vicki Davis (Cool Cat Teacher)—author and longtime edtech blogger—this teaching podcast features best-selling teachers, researchers, and in-the-classroom administrators ...
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Solving for the Undefined is the go-to math teacher podcast to develop your intrigue for math and learning while helping you do the same for your students. When our host, Johanna, became a teacher, she found herself alone, creating her own activities, and trying to make math fun plus easy to implement...but it wasn’t exactly a piece of pi (or cake!). She’s on a mission to solve those problems by helping teachers engage students academically using researched based strategies so students deepl ...
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Math Before Breakfast

Tracy Proffitt, Ruth Erquiaga

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Three mornings a week, we meet before breakfast for an early-morning run. We spend most of our time planning and reflecting on what's happening in our classrooms. This has become our favorite professional development, so we figured, why not share these moments with you. Tracy is a 4th grade math and science teacher, and Ruth is a 6th grade math teacher.
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Upper Elementary Simplified

Danna Rodebush, Teacher Tech Studio

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Are you an upper elementary teacher in need of new ideas, strategies, and inspiration to provide engagement for your students? Upper Elementary Simplified is a podcast for busy teachers to listen to on the car ride to and from school, during lunch or planning, or by the pool during the summer to learn new ways to engage students in meaningful learning. Danna Rodebush from Teacher Tech Studio is a former 5th grade classroom teacher who now shares teaching resources, math lessons, and classroo ...
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Mr. A's Math Podcast

Mike Andrejkovics

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I'm a High School math teacher, and huge math nerd. I'm creating this podcast to share math that I find interesting, as well as create a space where I can help people with the mathematics they learn in High School; Geometry, Algebra II/Trig, and Calculus. If you have a question, send me an email- and I'll try to put up a video for you. If you enjoy the podcast please subscribe, and look for me on Youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/mikedobbs76 Twitter @MikeAndrejkovic I also write and perfor ...
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Making Math Moments That Matter

Kyle Pearce & Jon Orr

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Helping you transform your K-12 math lesson plans by building confidence in effective teaching practices, guiding you to transform your math curriculum, and inspiring classroom strategies to engage all students. As a teacher are you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans where students don't want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings? As a mathematics coordinator or leader are you wondering how to support teachers when implementing engaging math lessons that fuel ...
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Welcome to "The No-Frills Teacher Podcast," where we bring you insightful interviews, trending topics, and invaluable stories from the world of education. Our tagline says it all: No Studio, No Frills, All Education. Join us as we dive deep into the heart of teaching, exploring a diverse range of topics with experts and educators who share their wisdom, experience, and humor. From innovative teaching methods to navigating challenges in the classroom, each episode offers practical insights an ...
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Art Works for Teachers

The Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM

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The Art Works for Teachers Podcast helps teachers crack the code of creativity and use it as a hidden advantage in the classroom. You will receive simple, yet innovative ideas for teaching math, reading and writing in and through the arts - while filling your own creative cup.
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The Teacher As...

Melissa Milner

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The goal of The Teacher As... podcast is to help you explore your passions and learn from others in education and beyond to better your teaching. The Teacher As... highlights innovative practices and uncommon parallels in education. Melissa Milner, veteran teacher, is your host. Melissa shares her own thoughts in The Teacher As...episodes. She also interviews educators as well as professionals outside of education in the Zooming In episodes. A new type of episode on The Teacher As...podcast ...
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A podcast hosted by Keith Stefanek, where he will discuss the issues he faces as a public middle school math teacher in Massachusetts. He will discuss hot button issues of teaching during the time of COVID, the advantages and disadvantages of Common Core, teaching toward standardized testing success or for students learning and more.
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Tyler & Neil Explain Everything

Tyler Tarver & Neil Greathouse

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Neil Greathouse (Bike Beyond documentary and @thebetes) and Tyler Tarver (dean & youtube math teacher) happen to have extensive knowledge on every topic. Join them as they thoroughly explain everything that has ever existed in the world, one topic at a time.
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Welcome to the Educators MathCast, the podcast where passionate conversations meet powerful ideas in K–12 mathematics education. Hosted by math leaders Mike Flynn and Zak Champagne, this show dives deep into the evolving landscape of math teaching and professional development. Each episode features candid interviews with influential math leaders, visionary thinkers, and classroom changemakers. Together, they explore the latest trends, research, and innovations shaping the way educators teach ...
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In the Knowledge for Teachers podcast, host Brendan Lee will be chatting to researchers, teachers and experts about what evidence-informed education is and the nuances involved with actually implementing effective and sustainable school based education.
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Teaching math is hard; it's even harder when you hate math. Join Brittany from the TeachersPayTeachers store, "Math With Minis," each Monday. Each episode is jam-packed with teaching tips, mental math tricks, and pep talks for teaching math. If you're an upper elementary teacher who's secretly Googling 'how to teach math,' or, 'how to make math fun,' I GET IT. I've been there. And I'm here to help.
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The Primary Maths Podcast is where classroom conversations meet big ideas. Each week during term time, join me, Jon Cripwell, and co-host Becky Brown as we chat with inspiring guests from across the world of education - teachers, leaders, researchers and more - about what really works in primary maths. Whether we’re tackling maths anxiety, diving into lesson design, or exploring the joys and challenges of leading maths across a trust, we keep things practical, thought-provoking, and rooted i ...
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The Primary (Paradise) Teaching Podcast shares engaging, hands on, easy to implement teaching ideas for your Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade classroom. Our host, Martha Moore, is an experienced, IB certified, K-5 intervention teacher and 1st and 2nd grade classroom teacher. Learn how to provide students with relevant, engaging learning experiences with activities, strategies, and lessons that are easy for you, the teacher, to implement as well. With an emphasis on writing skills, ...
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The Firstieland Podcast For Elementary Teachers: Teaching Tips And Ideas is a weekly podcast that gives kindergarten and first grade teachers real, practical strategies to make teaching easier, more effective, and a whole lot more fun. If you’re an educator who's feeling stretched thin trying to fit it all in as an elementary teacher, you're not alone. Each week, you’ll get easy-to-implement ideas that will help you feel more confident and in control of your classroom. Hosted by Molly Schwab ...
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ACT Podcast

Association of Christian Teachers

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Association of Christian Teachers' Executive Officer - Lizzie Harewood and guest speakers discuss relevent topics and issues to encourage you to live for Christ as you lead in the classroom.
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Cool Cat Teacher Talk

Vicki Davis, Cool Cat Teacher

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Want to supercharge your teaching with research-backed strategies that actually work? Join veteran educator Vicki Davis as she shares practical, real-world solutions to into spaces where every student thrives. Help and Hope for Teachers 🎙 Are you striving to improve student learning without increasing your workload? Education is changing fast, but practical, research-backed strategies can help you work smarter, not harder. Join veteran educator Vicki Davis, a full-time teacher, instructional ...
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I'm a two-time Teacher of the Year math and robotics teacher with a lot of varied interests. I love to create videos on YouTube, write a weekly educational blog, and am host of the Thom Gibson Podcast. I've got a freelance voiceover side hustle, am studying Mandarin, and learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
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Teaching Finance

Intuit for Education

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Intuit for Education: Teaching Finance is a video podcast that focuses on supporting educators with practical teaching concepts as they approach the topic of financial literacy with their students. In this series, former High School math teacher and Intuit for Education team member, May Jue meets with inspiring educators to talk about financial literacy in the classroom. Our guests share tips and tricks for how to get students engaged with financial literacy and talk through best practices f ...
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Chat Stew with Jeff Stewart, not an expert, just a learner and a teacher Educational Issues are discussed in these 30 minute podcasts. Jeff Stewart interviews an educator with practical experience on the topic. Listen, learn, and take something with you.
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Mastery for all, empowered by equity for all, through the belief of expectations for all. This is the charge that James has in making sure that everyone involved in the schooling; students, teachers, parents, administration, will reach their level of mastery. James shares his expertise as a keynote speaker, national board certified math teacher, and a 14 year veteran in the space of education. James will have you crying, laughing, thinking, and most of all engaging those in your circle to re ...
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Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast

Kelsey Sorenson, Elementary Teacher, Homeschool Mom, and Life Coach

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Being an educator is beyond a full-time job. Whether you’re a teacher or a homeschool parent, the everyday to-do list is endless. Between lesson planning, grading, meetings, and actually teaching, it probably feels impossible to show up for your students without dropping the ball in other areas of your life. Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast is the show that will bring you the teacher tips, practical strategies, and inspiration that you need to relieve the stress and overwhelm of your day-to ...
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Hey there, amazing teachers—this podcast is for YOU! Whether you’re just starting your teaching journey or you're a seasoned educator seeking inspiration, Rainbow Skies for Teachers is here to help you thrive in and out of the classroom. We’re Ashleigh and Alisha, your enthusiastic hosts and co-founders of Rainbow Sky Creations. With 20+ years of combined experience in primary education, we’re dedicated to sharing practical advice, supercharged tips, and game-changing strategies to help you ...
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Welcome to Progressively Incorrect, a podcast about the teacher-centered and the student-centered, the traditional and the progressive, in education. Hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell on educationrickshaw.com
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What are the significant innovations shaping the future of learning? How is digital technology and scientific discovery changing the way we learn, train, teach and educate? Join John Helmer in conversation with the people who are visioning and actively creating that future. Published fortnightly (don't forget to subscribe!).
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TODOS Podcast

TODOS Mathematics for ALL

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The TODOS: Mathematics for ALL Podcast explores the intersection of mathematics education, social justice, and identity. Season 4 brings in new hosts, Theodore Chao and Shari Kaku, to amplify the voices of educators, activists, and community leaders who challenge traditional norms and reimagining math education as an inclusive and humanizing practice. Season 4 focuses Invisibility & Hypervisibility in Mathematics Education: An Exploration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Mathematics Id ...
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This is part of a 3 part series on math education. We start with Dr. Erin Krupa who shares the research about what works in math and is turning math into SharkTank-style adventures. Dr. Lidia Gonzalez, author of Bad at Math, is dismantling the harmful beliefs that hold our students back. Show notes: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/talkmath…
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Feeling stuck, bored, or burned out with traditional teaching? This episode will help you reclaim your spark with the PBL Rockstar Mindset—a powerful mindset shift that makes project based learning feel possible, empowering, and fun again. The PBL Rockstar Mindset: Reclaim Confidence, Creativity, and Joy in Math Class It’s time to stop playing smal…
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Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. But what does it actually mean for the teacher standing in front of a class on a rainy Tuesday afternoon trying to explain fractions? In this episode, Jon is joined by Simon Bond, Twinkl’s National Education Lead for AI, to unpack what AI really is, how it works, and what it might offer teachers: par…
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Send us a text Imagine walking into a classroom where math doesn’t just happen on the board, but is a lively conversation in every corner. Mark Golden’s math classroom, especially during Word Problem Workshop (WPW), is where students actively engage, ask questions, and challenge each other’s thinking. The sounds of excited voices collaborating, the…
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Dan Meyer recently joined the Beyond My Years podcast to share some of his favorite strategies (and hard-earned lessons) for engaging students in math class. Listen in, as Dan joins host Ana Torres to share his journey in education, including his early struggles to engage students. In this episode, The right questions for the “wrong” answers, Dan p…
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Melissa Milner hosts the "Teacher as Podcast," now in its seventh season, with episodes released every other week. The podcast is sponsored by the Career Mentorship Program at Major Choice. AJ Cullen, a licensed independent clinical social worker and certified Animal Assisted Intervention specialist, discusses his podcast "Rising Voices" with co-ho…
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My students asked me about the Adam Raine wrongful death suit. Parents have asked me. So, I had to spend some time digging into the issues there and how I will be part of the solution. Part of protecting kids from their favorite 'homework helper.' We should all be concerned, and I look forward to continuing to learn and converse about the issue of …
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This episode of my weekly radio/TV show Cool Cat Teacher Talk spotlights two important topics. First, I Have eight news stories that you'll want to hear about AI. Then, I have interviews with math educators Dr. Jennifer Bay-Williams and Dr. Gina Kling, co-authors of Math Fact Fluency: 60+ Games and Assessment Tools to Support Learning and Retention…
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What if a single test score isn’t telling you what matters most about your readers? We sit down with Dr. Kristen Braatz, AVP of Curriculum and Instruction at Curriculum Associates, to unpack how educators can capture a fuller, more actionable picture of literacy growth. Kristen traces the realities behind stagnant literacy scores and the rising dem…
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In this episode of the Wing and Tail Outdoors podcast, hosts Chris Romano and Dorge Huang delve into the intricacies of bow setups for both long-range and short-range shooting. They discuss the evolution of bow technology and how it has influenced hunting practices, particularly the shift from short-range to long-range shooting due to advancements …
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What happens to your math improvement efforts when you leave the role? Many school and district leaders assume that lack of time or teacher buy-in is the biggest barrier to sustainable change. But the real threat? Fragility—the risk that everything falls apart when key people leave or switch roles. In this episode, we unpack the often-overlooked is…
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In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on October 29, 2025. Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies. Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the co…
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Learning to teach mathematics teachers better with Dr. Pamela Seda, Founder and CEO of Seda Educational Consulting and President of the Benjamin Banneker Association. She shares her advice and expertise on being a mathematics teacher educator, being a mathematics education leader, and using the ICUCARE Equity Framework from her book, Choosing to Se…
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Who says math has to be boring? In this video, we’re sharing our favourite math and number-based board games that make learning fun for the whole family! These games incorporate real math skills—such as addition, strategy, logic, and problem-solving—while keeping kids (and parents!) laughing and engaged. Whether you’re a homeschool family looking t…
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Thanksgiving Activities for Elementary Students Using Balloons Over Broadway In this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares how to bring the magic of Balloons Over Broadway into your classroom. This inspiring picture book tells the story of Tony Sarg, the inventive puppeteer who created the giant b…
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In this inspiring episode, host Joe Camps chats with children’s music legend Jack Hartmann — the award-winning educator and YouTube superstar with 5.24 million subscribers and over 3 billion views worldwide! Jack shares how his background in child and clinical psychology inspired his company, Hop 2 It Music, and how his songs continue to transform …
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This week, Jon and Becky are back for a half-term special that explores the foundations of mathematical understanding — and the curious maths behind our PIN codes. Jon unpacks what number sense really means, why it underpins everything else in maths, and how fragile number sense can often go unnoticed until it becomes a barrier to progress. They di…
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How can we adjust our teaching to meet the needs of our students? In this episode, Pam proposes a series of rapid-fire pedagogical scenarios for Kim to respond to with her best advice. What will Kim say in 90 seconds or less? Talking Points: What to do about a student who only solves addition problems left to right? How to handle a student who alwa…
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Why does your math plan feel like it resets every time someone new steps in? You’ve seen it happen: a coordinator retires, a coach changes roles, or a principal moves on—and suddenly all the momentum in your math plan disappears. Teachers feel like they’re starting over (again), and it’s back to square one. It’s not a motivation issue. It’s not eve…
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Send us a text Math education is changing fast — and few people are leading that change more thoughtfully than John SanGiovanni, a math educator, district leader, and author of numerous influential books. In this episode of our math education podcast, John shares the conversations we should be having about teaching math — and what’s getting in the …
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From refugee to Russian pop star, startup founder to life coach and evangelist pastor — Christian Ray Flores's journey has spanned continents, ideologies, and careers. In this remarkable conversation, John explores how those experiences shaped Christian's views on creativity, entrepreneurship, AI, faith, and the American dream. Can such diverse ide…
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It’s time to move beyond cupcakes in the staffroom and colourful sock days. In this powerful episode, wellbeing expert and veteran teacher Daniela Falecki joins us to unpack what true educator wellbeing really means and how to create it. With over 30 years in education and a decade focused on staff wellbeing across global schools, Daniela offers a …
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In this episode of Progressively Incorrect, I’m joined by Denarius Frazier—Regional Superintendent of Instruction at Uncommon Schools, co-author of Reconnect: Building School Culture for Meaning, Purpose, and Belonging, and perhaps the best teacher ever captured on film. Link to blog and video Denarius is one of the most thoughtful and influential …
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In this episode, Brendan Lee speaks with Sarah Asome, principal of Bentleigh West Primary School and award-winning educator known for her leadership in evidence-based practice. Together, they unpack what Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) really looks like in action beyond buzzwords and flowcharts. Sarah shares how her school aligns Tier 1 teac…
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In this week’s AfterMaths, Jon and Becky unpack the curious rise of the “6-7” meme and how teachers can turn it into a quick-fire classroom maths challenge. From there, Becky’s etymathsology segment dives into the origins of circle-related vocabulary – from circumference to radius – revealing a few surprises along the way. They then debrief Jon’s c…
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Send us a text Teaching and leading can be messy... but also full of joy. In this episode, we hear from Dr. Tracey Severns about how humor, vulnerability, and storytelling can strengthen relationships, boost creativity, and make school culture more positive, with practical ideas you can try right away.…
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In this engaging episode of the Wing and Tail Outdoors podcast, host Chris Romano takes listeners on a thrilling journey through the recent hunting season's triumphs and challenges. The episode kicks off with a recount of the first mature deer harvests from the family property in New York, a milestone that has been years in the making. Chris shares…
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What does it really mean to be fluent in math—and are we measuring the right things in our classrooms? Math fluency is often reduced to speed drills and memorization—but true fluency goes much deeper. In this episode, we unpack the key differences between fact fluency, computational fluency, and procedural fluency—and why it matters for both teachi…
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Send us a text It’s here — the Word Problem Workshop book is officially out in the world! Every teacher knows the struggle — students disengaged, confused, or quick to say, “I’m not a math person.” This book was born out of that challenge. It’s a response to years of listening to teachers, watching classrooms, and realizing something had to change.…
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In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on October 22, 2025. Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies. Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the co…
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A few years ago, I attended a mompreneur conference where a mom asked how to balance working with kids underfoot. The speaker’s only advice? “Work while the kids are at school!” That mom nearly cried... and honestly, as a homeschooling parent, I get it. We don’t have the option of sending our kids off for six hours a day. So, how do you make it wor…
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Deputy Superintendent Dr. Kenneth Savage joins host Joe Camps for an inspiring conversation about leadership, innovation, and impact in public education. From his beginnings as a teacher and film student to his role as a district system leader, Dr. Savage shares how Lee County is transforming student outcomes through school turnarounds, regional le…
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Send us a text In this special episode of Math Chat, we sit down with Kassia, the brilliant editor who played an instrumental role in shaping the Word Problem Workshop book. With her keen eye and unwavering support, Kassia helped turn ideas into action, ensuring the book would resonate with teachers and make a real difference in math classrooms. Cu…
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Teaching Elementary Writing In First Grade: Procedural Writing In this episode of The Firstieland Podcast for Elementary Teachers, your host Molly Schwab shares simple and effective ways to introduce procedural writing (also called how-to writing) in your first grade classroom. Instead of struggling with reluctant writers or feeling lost without a …
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Middle schoolers are a different set of students, and it is important to consider how best to engage them in their learning. National Director, Naneka Brathwaite, joins this episode to unpack five key strategies to engage middle school students: make progress visible, fuel autonomy with real choice, keep content relevant to age, build discourse for…
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Want to boost engagement during the fall slump or pre-holiday chaos? This episode shares real world math activities and projects that actually grab student interest—including seasonal ideas for fall and winter. This episode dives into real world math applications that connect to seasonal events like football, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and the Winter…
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Pam and Kim went to NCSM and NCTM in Atlanta! In this episode, they share some of their favorite moments, biggest take-aways, and new insights gleaned from the sessions they attended and the people they met. Talking Points: Discussing the meaning of "algorithm" with Sarah Bush and Karen Karp, authors of The Math Pact Importance of talk moves and li…
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How do you know if your district’s mentoring and coaching efforts are actually making a difference? Too often, system and instructional leaders focus on program delivery but miss the deeper question: how do we monitor and support the real impact of our math mentorship and coaching practices? In this episode, Jim Strachan returns to explore how lead…
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Send us a text So, I’m sitting here with my coffee, reflecting on how surreal it feels that Word Problem Workshop is finally a real book — something teachers can actually hold in their hands. Before it hits shelves, I wanted to take you behind the scenes of how it came to life: the “why,” the “how,” and the “who” behind every page. If you’ve ever f…
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Today we sit down with Dr. Anita Archer to unpack how clear, compassionate behavior systems transform a room from reactive to ready. The big shift isn’t about control; it’s about removing guesswork so students know what to do and teachers can teach. To begin, Dr. Archer dives into why behavior management is important. From there, she breaks down ho…
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In this podcast episode, I’m joined by Jessica Colleu Terradas and Jon Owen, two international leaders bringing Engelmann’s Direct Instruction to life in Australia and the UK. This marks a milestone in the Direct Instruction Podcast—our first global double feature exploring what high-fidelity DI looks like beyond the United States. https://youtu.be…
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Let’s sprinkle a little more kindness into our classrooms. With World Kindness Day on 13th November, now is the perfect time to create meaningful moments that teach students the power of compassion, community, and connection. In this episode, we’re sharing practical, heartwarming, and low-prep ways to promote kindness in your classroom. You may be …
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Melissa talks with Mel Emerick about the music books that she has published and continues to publish. In her classroom, as well as in her books, she uses humor to engage students and teach all things related to music. Major Choice is a career mentorship program for students with and without disabilities. The program emphasizes personalized mentorsh…
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This week’s Aftermaths episode takes an unexpectedly statistical turn as Jon and Becky explore the mathematics behind The Traitors. From probability and ratios to real-world data on win rates, they uncover why being a traitor is statistically the smartest move. Along the way, they reveal how signal-to-noise problems, conditional probability and hum…
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In this episode, Chris Romano welcomes Brandon Barlow, the creator of "The 70 Rule," to discuss his innovative approach to hunting. Brandon shares insights into his method, which focuses on understanding deer behavior through the observation of fawn development and estrus cycles. He explains how the 70 Rule helps hunters identify optimal hunting ti…
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Fidelity matters, yet rigidity can stall growth. In this follow-up episode, we revisit the balance between fidelity and flexibility in math improvement and explore how two district partners faced this exact challenge. You will hear how they committed to implementing with fidelity, ensuring consistency, clarity, and shared language, while avoiding t…
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