This is a quick episode to discuss the new Victorian intiative that allows pre service teachers permission to teach in classrooms prior to fully qualifying.I have Wais Habib who is currently working as a CRT (casual relief teacher) while in hi

The aspiring Louka Parry

Jul 24th, 2022 1h 1m

Thank you for coming back - I appreciate that you are having to wait a little longer for these episodes to arrive and I am very grateful for your patience.This episode is with Louka Parry - educator, ex school principal and now CEO of The Lear

Connection and wellbeing in education

Jun 26th, 2022 58m 41s

A very honest conversation with Rachael from Let's Grow - a private practitioner as well as a servicing a wellbeing role at a primary school in Melbourne.We discuss Rachael's challenges in the classroomLacking inspiration as studentsHow we h

Thinking forward with Dr Mary Hemphill

May 8th, 2022 39m 35s

Dr Mary Hemphill is an educator, a leader and an innovator.Her book 'The One Minute Meeting' is all about actionable ways to increase voice and agency in education in a real (not tokenistic) way.We discuss how she has built self trust, the va

The Birth Chat with Mel Bird

Apr 24th, 2022 53m 54s

I have Mel from Little Flies Hypnobirthing with me today to discuss all things birth and how to remove the fear for a more empowered birthing experience.Mel is a nurse, midwife and hypnobirthing practitioner and trainer.We discuss the percept

Social justice with @math4change

Apr 10th, 2022 39m 23s

A fantastic chat around social justice curriculum that can be embedded into our Math classrooms to contextualise the world for our students.Jenna has just finished her Masters in Inclusive education and is deeply passionate about informing her

Sing with Emma Boult

Mar 27th, 2022 33m 13s

Emma and I met in 2013 when we taught at a school together.Emma was working part time as a Drama/English teacher while teaching singing outside of the traditional classroom.I have continued to follow along with her journey on socials and was

Teen Whisperer: Kirsten Cobabe

Mar 13th, 2022 57m 21s

Have you ever met someone that you have felt so completely aligns with your beliefs that the conversation is effortless?That is what I feel while I have this conversation.Kirsten Cobabe is literally a teen whisperer. She works with families

Just be nice with Josh Reid Jones

Feb 27th, 2022 56m 49s

Welcome back to Season 3.I have Josh Reid Jones on the podcast who is the founde of the JUST BE NICE Project. If you haven't heard of it, this is their why: Unique to the JBNProject is our mission to improve equality of opportunity. We believ

From student to colleague

Dec 12th, 2021 1h 3m

This is my conversation with Ebonie - once my student, now my colleague.We talk about our time together as teacher and student.The reason she wanted to become a teacher and how that journey looked.Big life lessons.Support for graduate teach

Work less, teach more with Dan Jackson

Nov 28th, 2021 59m 14s

Another great episode with Dan Jackson discussing his new book: Work Less, Teach More: How to be an effective teacher and live a life you love.We discuss his 'why' and what he is hoping readers get out of reading his strategies behind being m

Anti Racism kit - student initiative

Nov 15th, 2021 41m 2s

The world feels like it is in good hands.Jin and Sabina are two recently graduated high school students from New South Wales who wanted to see change.As students of colour that felt comfortable in the activist space, they wanted to do more. F

Teaching, tutoring and the hustle

Oct 31st, 2021 1h 36m

This is my discussion with Clare MackieWe originally connected through her podcast: Teachers Talk Texts; an incredible show to support VCE English students.She is now on After the Bell to discuss:Teaching English and LiteratureFavourite

George Couros and an innovative mindset

Oct 10th, 2021 1h 7m

George Couros is an inspiring educator and leader from Edmonton, Canada.He is a father to young children as well as a writer, publisher and speaker.He challenges us as educators, as the system, to make the difference we want to make without f

Getting a job - teacher edition

Sep 26th, 2021 58m 26s

This is my conversation with Suzanne, an AP with many years in charge of HR at a secondary school in Melbourne.We discuss -What a good CV and cover letter look likeHow to answer the dreaded Key Selection CriteriaThe importance of a ref

A slow burn (out)

Sep 12th, 2021 1h 6m

This is my discussion with Kristie; I Drama/English teacher passionate about inclusive education.Kristie has also experienced burn out which manifested in physical ailments and required her to leave the profession for a period of time to heal.

The environment, student voice and lockdown 6.0

Aug 29th, 2021 1h 11m

This is the most chaotic episode I have ever recorded.We have children interrupting the recording (mine) and power outages (not mine) and we perservered. I made the conscious decision to leave most of the chaos in because it is a true reflecti

The Life Autistic with Hunter Hansen

Aug 15th, 2021 50m 15s

This episode I get to chat to Hunter Hansen, the man behind The Life Autistic.Hunter is incredibly accessible and supports both neurodiverse and neurotypical in breaking down some stereotypes and offering up solutions.He discusses how autism

Self care for teachers

Aug 1st, 2021 1h 19m

If you do not follow Ellen on Instagram - you must!We discuss this crazy job that we all love.The fluctuation of pressure and stress on educators throughout the term.How to prioritise ourselves and be consistent with our self care.Ellen spe

The 7 Stages of Grieving and identifying Australian

Jul 18th, 2021 1h 23m

Just like an English class, my colleagues Jen and John (JR) use the important Indigenous play 'The 7 Stages of Grieving' by Wesley Enoch and Deborah Mailman as a spring board for discussion.Not only do we discuss the play that we are currently

From detour to destination with @redpoppys_classs

Jul 4th, 2021 1h 46m

My conversation with musician turned educator Lisa for @redpoppys_class on instagram.As someone who had quite the journey to arrive at teaching, Lisa has so much wisdom to share.We discuss:the importance of teaching the whole childadvoca

Queering the curriculum

Jun 22nd, 2021 1h 21m

Queering the curriculum with Naomi – a secondary high school teacher currently completing her SECOND Masters degree is gifted education. Naomi has worked in government, private and catholic sectors. She has been instrumental in raising awaren

Effective teaching with Dan Jackson

Jun 6th, 2021 1h 23m

This is my conversation wtih Dan Jackson from Teachers PD.From classroom teacher to Deputy Principal, Dan now has a thriving business supporting teachers improve their teaching and learning strategies. He runs online courses, custom PDs as wel

Inhabiting the world with Leslie Allin

May 24th, 2021 57m 16s

My chat with my wonderful friend and forever learner, Leslie Allin.We met as young university students on exchange in England. Leslie from Canada and me from Australia.Leslie has gone on to complete her PhD in Victorian Literature, published

Building character with Karen Caswell

May 9th, 2021 1h 4m

My conversation with Karen Caswell.Karen is a life long learner, experienced educator and advocate for deep connections.She speaks vulnerably about nearing burn out and disillusionment in the teaching profession and how she navigated her way