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Michigan Music History Podcast -- MMHP989MMHP Season 6 Ep:12--Chuck Bartels: Detroit's Humble Bass Ace To The Masses Part 2 of 2Chances are you've heard this low-end thumper in your bass woofers, or have seen him perform around Michigan (as well as the world). He's performed with various national acts, including Bettye LaVette, Sturgill Simpson, Brett Lucas, Mitch Ryder, and more. He's a 'first-call' from the bass master. himself, Michigan's Don Was for multiple studio projects. Chuck Bartels lives, eats, breathes, and is raising a happy family out of Detroit and happy to offer his services for a variety of musical styles, as he often as he can. Chuck jumped into performing in the early '90s and has ro...
2025-12-2533 min
Michigan Music History Podcast -- MMHP989Michigan Music History Podcast--Michigan Music History Podcast--Chuck Bartels: Detroit's Humble Bass Ace To The Masses Part 1 of 2Chances are you've heard this low-end thumper in your bass woofers, or have seen him perform around Michigan (as well as the world). He's performed with various national acts, including Bettye LaVette, Sturgill Simpson, Brett Lucas, Mitch Ryder, and more. He's a 'first-call' from the bass master. himself, Michigan's Don Was for multiple studio projects. Chuck Bartels lives, eats, breathes, and is raising a happy family out of Detroit and happy to offer his services for a variety of musical styles, as he often as he can. Chuck jumped into performing in the early '90s and has ro...
2025-12-1148 min
The Volpe Report PodcastPennsylvania Budget Breakdown: Sen. Joe Pittman & Sen. Lisa Baker | The Volpe ReportThis week on The Volpe Report, Chuck Volpe sits down with Pennsylvania Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman and State Senator Lisa Baker for an in-depth look at the recently passed Pennsylvania budget.In this episode, we cover:• Key components of the budget• What changes Pennsylvania families can expect• How the budget impacts education, public safety, and state services• What lawmakers believe must happen nextIf you want to stay informed about what’s happening in Harrisburg—and how it affects you—this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.📺 Watch...
2025-12-0128 min
American Railroading PodcastThe Story of American Short Line Railroads with ASLRRA President – Chuck BakerWelcome to the American Railroading Podcast! In this episode our host Don Walsh is joined by guest Chuck Baker, President of the American Short Line & Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA). Together they discuss the story of the American short line railroads including their origins, their near demise due to regulations and increased trucking, their re-birth after deregulation, their significant role and impact on the U.S. economy, the effect of a government shutdown on the industry, and much more. Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and broaden your understanding of American Railroading! You can find this episode a...
2025-10-311h 21
Money Life with Chuck JaffeMoney Life at FinCon '25: College savings, medical bills and Chuck's wildest interview everMoney Life begins the first of three days of interviews from FinCon 2025, the annual gathering of financial content creators, which this year is in Portland, Ore., and which lets Chuck showcase a wide range of subjects. Today, those subjects include: — college savings and the changing landscape of consumers paying off college debt with Robert Farrington of TheCollegeInvestor.com. — crushing medical debt, and an unusual way for consumers to get out from under it with Jared Walker, founder of the non-profit fintech start up Dollar For. — a conversation that Chuck thinks may be the m...
2025-09-111h 08
GRC's TheLouCast: For Kids, By KidsWelcome to GRC's TheLouCast!GRC's TheLouCast is your home for the creations of the Digital Storytelling: Podcasting and Vlogging class with The Gifted Resource Council in St. Louis, MO
Teacher Chuck Baker will be posting the kids' work each week and popping in from time to time to give you a look behind the scenes.
Subscribe to get new episodes each Saturday!
2024-10-1205 min
Casually UncomfortableEp #172 -Lyme Disease Awareness w/ Ashley BakerThis is a special episode this week. Chuck talks to his good friend Ashley Baker, who has become an amazing advocate and fighter for Lyme disease Awareness and we’re going to hear her story
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Drivetime DiariesWhat did you want to be when you grow up?I got an email from a student on the yearbook today asking me some questions for the spread they're doing on the new teachers for the yearbook, and I was not surprised by the questions about what did I think about the year what did I think about teaching at my school, but my interest was piqued by the last question. She asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up, and I had a really good time thinking about it! The answer might surprise you!
2024-02-2207 minDrivetime DiariesI think I'm a Swiss Army KnifeWhat kind of tool/blade are you? Are you finely crafted to precision, made for professionals to craft masterpieces, or are you more of a versatile tool - slightly less refined to a specific job, but highly useful in a variety of situations?
Let me tell you my story so you can share yours!
2024-02-1413 minDrivetime DiariesDo I have to be perfect?The worst best thing happened to me last week on a quiz I had to take in grad school. It was a pretty straightforward quiz that I should have gotten a hundred on because really I just had to read a document to answer the questions but I got one question wrong out of 20 which meant I no longer have 100% in that class. What that should mean for me is that I put less pressure on myself to be perfect and I enjoy my life more in the next two weeks. But how's that going? Listen to find out
2024-02-1310 minDrivetime DiariesPOLY-what? That Thing I Said In Class TodayWe were introducing the idea of polynomials today and I had students think of words they knew that started with "poly" so we could think about what polynomial meant. Besides polygon and polytheistic (school-ish words), polyamorous and Polynesian came up.
How did I respond with my freshman when "polyamorous" came up? Listen to find out!
2024-02-0907 minDrivetime DiariesShould I Be a PRINCIPAL?I started grad school again in January working toward an EdS degree and administrator certification - am I a good fit??
2024-02-0713 minDrivetime DiariesIs STEM Just a Class At Your School?STEM or STEAM or STREAM - whatever you call the integration of tech, engineering, science and math subjects together in the curriculum - if that's just an optional, elective class at your school, you or your student are missing out!
2024-02-0515 minDrivetime DiariesMy Personality Test Results - An AI Conversation - Ep 1:58My students were taking the Myers-Briggs Personality test this week for their Intro to Internship class and then discussing it during academic lab and my curiosity was stirred to get my own results. To say I've been obsessed this week would be accurate. Seeking more info on my personality type, (ENFJ-A), I decided it was a good opportunity to try out the new voice chat option in the Chat GPT app. What does ChatGPT have to say about my personality type???
What's your Myers-Briggs type?
You can find out at www.16personalities.com
Let me know what you find out...
2024-01-1527 minDrivetime DiariesParents Helping Parents With Homework - Ep 1:57A routine around the world - parents sitting with their childen at the kitchen table trying to finish math assignments. I got an SOS text from my wife one day this week while I was still at school asking for help on a word problem from our kid's Algebra assignment. Seriously, this problem was devilishly hard for no reason.
She was feeling frustrated, so was our kid, and they both needed validation. Was I able to solve the problem?! Listen to find out!
2024-01-1310 minDrivetime DiariesShould We Be Sharing Our Goals and Resolutions? - Ep 1:56Do you share your goals with the people closest to you or do you keep them to yourself to keep from letting others down? Recently I had someone close to me who just completed a year of totally changing their morning and evening routine and I was a little disappointed they hadn't shared with me that they were working toward that goal because I wanted to encourage them! They said they didn't share because they didn't want to let others down, so they had me thinking am I missing part of the goal setting equation when I asked students to...
2024-01-0811 min
Arcanvm PodcastContemplative Masonry, Rosicrucian Symbolism & the Divine Feminine w. Chuck DunningIn S3 E8 I sit down with author, lecturer, and contemplative mason, Brother Chuck Dunning. We take questions, and topics for discussion from listeners, which leads us to an in-depth conversation on Masonry, Rosicrucian symbolism, the Divine Feminine, and much more!
Chuck:
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#occult #esoteric #spirituality
2023-12-291h 29Drivetime DiariesThe Power of Partners - Ep 1:55I was able to kick into high gear planning for next semester and I am incredibly excited! A lot of that has to do with the planning partners I've opened myself up to this semester. How well do you collaborate in your practice?
2023-12-2116 minDrivetime DiariesASMR - Go home With MeMeta (Facebook) just launched a new chatbot inside of FB messages, so I asked it for a podcast episode and it suggested ASMR.
2023-12-1930 minDrivetime DiariesFlapjack Friday - Ep 1:54I made pancakes as a class incentive - what happens when Mr. Baker bakes?
A year ago I started doing "class points" as whole-group incentives for students' collective positive behaviors and following directions as a part of the district-wide emphasis on the 4-step "no-nonsense nurturer" model. I had not decided at the beginning of this school year if I was going to continue since there is not a similar push at my new school, but a teacher competition at the Homecoming Pep Assembly was the inspiration I needed. Listen for more...
2023-12-1808 minDrivetime DiariesIs Duolingo ACTUALLY Teaching Us? - Ep 1:53I started messing around in German recently in Duolingo and have really been enjoying it, but what am I really learning so far I basically know please thank you bread water and wine plus a couple others... Are we actually learning from Duolingo or is this just another thing we occupy ourselves with on our phones?
My wife has a story that affirms the power of Duo - listen for her testimony using it to connect with a 5 year old that showed up in her class with no English.
Let me know what you think!
2023-12-1512 minDrivetime Diaries"Anything But Country" - Ep 1:52Do we still each other this question? "What kind of music do you like?"
What does your answer to that question say about you?
Let me know what you think!
2023-12-1309 minDrivetime DiariesSecret and Hidden Talents - Ep 1:51I was surprised recently by one of my kids skills and it almost felt like it was a secret talent but I should have known better after thinking about it and observing things that he does really well so that had me also thinking about my students what secret talents do my students have that I just don't know about yet but I haven't created an environment to discover those but I do know that any organization or one environment that can allow people to share their talents obvious or hidden it's going to be best for everybody it's going...
2023-12-1109 minDrivetime DiariesChristmas Decorations, Inclusivity and Virtue Signaling - Ep 1: 50What level of diversity, equity, and/or inclusion (DEI) is necessary for it be authentic or meaningful, rather than paying lipservice to the idea or virtue signaling to others?
Does it even matter? Is SOME effort better than NONE?
Viewing a teacher's recent IG reel of them putting up Christmas decorations in their classroom had me wondering if they missed the point.
Let me know what you think!
X: @chuckcbaker
IG: @drivetimediary, @mrcbaker4math
2023-12-0812 minDrivetime DiariesWhat is a KINGDOM WORKER? - Ep 1:49One of the most asked personal questions in my classroom this year - what is a "kingdom worker"?
I was introduced to the term for the first time at a student conference this summer from an organization called, CIY, and have since adopted the moniker. In this episode, we'll talk about the definition as it comes from the CIY website, and also on the comments ChatGPT came up with when I queried the AI chat model.
Let me know what you think!IG: @drivetimediary @mrcbaker4mathX: chuckcbaker
2023-12-0616 min2023-12-0407 minDrivetime Diaries2023 Word of the Year: Authentic - Ep 1:47Merriam-Webster has published their 2023 "word of the year" - AUTHENTIC. That's a big word for this podcast, too!
2023-12-0109 minDrivetime DiariesMr. Baker's Stress Meter - Ep 1:46I had an astute student tell me after school that my class must have been stressful that day because my hair was sticking up like I'd run my hand through it lots of times. It was an interesting observation and had me thinking about how various levels of stress (or lack thereof) manifest in me physically. What about you?
Let me know what you think!
IG: @drivetimediary @mrcbaker4math
X: chuckcbaker
2023-11-2908 minDrivetime DiariesWhy Do I Challenge "The Way We Do Things"? - Ep 1:45I don't think I intend to always challenge "the way we do things," but as a tell my kids at home, the way things happen is the reality, whether we intend it. So... what do I do with that?
How do I keep myself lead-able and collaborating on the team while using my gifts to look forward?
Let me know what you think!
IG: @drivetimediary @mrcbaker4math
X: chuckcbaker
2023-11-2012 minDrivetime DiariesOn Prayer: "Our Father in Heaven..."We've been going through the model prayer that Jesus teaches his disciples in the gospel account of Matthew, and so I've just been thinking about that a lot more the past week and wanted to do some bonus episodes sharing how I reflect on that model prayer and how I think about my mission teaching being a kingdom worker and how I get ready for the school day
2023-11-1707 minDrivetime DiariesHow to Be a Christian If You're Not Perfect - Ep 1:44If you identify in a public space as a Christian, it's pretty inevitable that when you make a mistake or have a bad day, someone will be thinking (or say outloud), "You shouldn't act like, that. I thought you were a Christian!"
What do you do then? Today's episode reflects on my most recent encounter with that situation.
It's easy following Jesus at church , but things can get sticky out in the "real world"!
Let me know what you think!
IG: @drivetimediary @mrcbaker4math
X: chuckcbaker
2023-11-1712 minDrivetime DiariesI've Only Ever Wanted To Be A Teacher - Interview w/ Jennifer Bearden - Ep 1:40On this episode, I interviewed fellow educator and life-long co-sympathizer, my sister, Jennifer Bearden.
Jen is a 23 year veteran elementary teacher - ALL in the same school! After much persuasion that I would be nice, I was able to coerce her to allow me to interview her for the podcast! Jen shares her story of being influenced to become a teacher, what she geeks over to stay interested in the job, how she's been able to find a work-life balance that works for her and her family, and who the favorite child in the...
2023-11-1633 minDrivetime DiariesTeachers Are in Short Supply: Does Illinois Have the Solution?! - Ep 1:43Listening to the news on the way to school recently, it was reported that teaching hirings are up 16% over the last four years in Illinois!
That seems like great news, but how did they do it? Without being able to research it while driving, my assumption is that they have strong avenues to alternative certification in Illinois.
What's more important, that someone went through a traditional 4 year teacher-development program as an undergrad at a university, or that they have the desire and will to join our ranks?
2023-11-1514 minDrivetime DiariesOn Being the First or Only - Ep 1:42Thinking this morning about times I've had friends leave organizations or I've felt lonely myself because there was no one "like me". Some of us are gifted in building bridges and making space for others, some are less gifted, but it's the work were called to nonetheless. if you're an only today...hold on. #2 needs you there to be a friend for the next one.
2023-11-1304 minDrivetime DiariesAm I a VETERAN? Honoring Veterans w/ Charlie and Sue Baker - Ep 1:41Happy Veteran's Day in the U.S.!
I have mini-US, Navy, and Marine Corps flags in my classroom, so kids often ask if I was in the military, and I always have to sort of dodge the question because its a bit complicated in my opinion. Here's the story why.
Along with that, my parents' stories as veterans helps informs my own, so I would have been remiss to not get them on the episode talking about their own experiences as Vietnam-era veterans of the US Air Force!
2023-11-1051 minDrivetime Diaries"Fair and Balanced"...but also Curated? - Ep 1:39Are you intentional about where and how you consume your media and news?
I had a conversation on Friday night with a friend (and fan of the pod) about an app he had just started using to make sure that he wasn't just consuming liberal or conservative news perspectives.
It's important how and why we consume our media - what's your favorite news or media app? Does it matter to you if it is biased?
Apps/podcasts mentioned in this episode:
The Pour Over Newsletter - https://ref.thep...
2023-11-0618 minDrivetime DiariesAm I a "hardcore" Christian? - Ep 1:38I was asked recently if I am a "hardcore" Christian... the way most people would think about it, yes, probably! I am deeply devoted to following Jesus and putting Christ first in all aspects of my life. But do I think that's "hardcore"? No, I don't. I think that's what Jesus tells us to do if we are going to follow him.
In this episode:
What makes me a "hardcore" Christian?
My problems with the "hardcore" label
What DOES define me
Let me...
2023-11-0312 minDrivetime DiariesAre You a Snoozer? My Morning Routine - Ep 1:37I was a proud member of the roll-out-the-door crew for a LONG time, but part of my parenting journey has been finding the joy of time in the morning before kids get up/the day begins. What about you?
2023-11-0110 minDrivetime DiariesWhite Guy's Guide to DEI: Diversity - Ep 1:36Some people might say...it doesn't matter what I have to say about diversity, equity, and inclusion because I do not share much intersectionality with basically any "marginalized" groups. So, if that's you, this episode might not be for you.
However, I am of the opinion that everyone should be knowledgeable about diversity, equity and inclusion if we are ever going to meet the goals we set for our organizations. I may need to listen more than I speak, but its definitely important that I know where my understandings and convictions lie with respect...
2023-10-3010 minDrivetime DiariesBragging About My Duolingo Streak and Other Parent-Teacher Conference Highlights - Ep 1:35Parent-Teacher Conferences 2023 are done! I used it to make a connection, but are there many things more ridiculous than bragging to native Spanish speaker that you have a 150 day streak on Duolingo?! 🤡
PT conferences are a key component to the public schools social contract I talk about a lot on here, so how your school welcomes families in, facilitates your visit and gives you valuable information is incredibly important! Great event tonight. Super glad to meet so many families. 🥹
2023-10-2718 minDrivetime DiariesVomiting at School - What's Your Story? - Ep 1:34Feeling TERRIBLE this morning, I barely made it to school, and did not feel any better until I spent some time hugging the trash can in my office. But now...I'm better? 🤷🏼♂️
What's your memory of you or someone else throwing up at school? Send me a message on IG, X or Spotify voice message!
IG: @drivetimediary @mrcbaker4math
X: chuckcbaker
2023-10-2508 minDrivetime DiariesMy Clarinet: Musing on Music Education - Ep 1:33Little (?) known fact - I played the clarinet for 4 years from 4th to 7th grade, and I played it well, darn it.
I wasn't always PROUD of being a clarinet player. I was always jealous of the trumpters, but I got pretty good at it and I learned a ton about music through the process.
Let me know what you think!
IG: @drivetimediary @mrcbaker4math
X: chuckcbaker
2023-10-2315 minDrivetime DiariesRelationship Math Never Adds Up - Ep 1:32If you're waiting for people to pay you back and.make it up to you in relationships, you'll never be content. If you think the dishes you just washed are going to make a dent in the relationship math in your marriage, you're playing the wrong game!
Let me know what you think!
IG: @drivetimediary @mrcbaker4math
X: chuckcbaker
2023-10-2016 minDrivetime DiariesThe One Where I Sing in The Car - Ep 1:31This episode is partly a special request from my AP Stats class for an episode where I start rapping...you won't find that here, but I had already recorded myself singing to rehearse songs I was singing at church this past week, so I went ahead and published that with an especially embarrassing lead-in from a song I used to jam to in the car in college from emo band Dashboard Confessional. My wife will always tell me my emo/pop punk voice is NOT the best version of myself. 🤪
#singing #music #carpoolkaroake #drivetime
Let...
2023-10-1825 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:30 - Coach of the Year and Encouragement in our Darkest TimesWhen sports coaches are awarded Coach of the Year by their peers, it's not usually because their team had the best record, but because they did well in the midst of great adversity. They take adversity, acknowledge it, and work THROUGH it.
One of the most quoted Bible verses at graduation time or when we need direction comes from the book of Jeremiah. "I know the plans I have for you... Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future." This encouragement in times of doubt and lack...
2023-10-1609 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:29 - Reading with Your Heart AND MindIn my OTHER work with students...volunteering at Christ First YTH, students often tell us they have trouble understanding what they read in the Bible. Listening to them read aloud, I usually relate that to the general lower level of reading scores on state tests (its my teacher brain...nothing personal).
The topic this month at our weekly YTH meetings is about reading the Bible, so we started a plan together in the YouVersion Bible App. The verse today comes from the book of Psalm, chapter 119: "Give me understanding and I will obey your instructions; I will...
2023-10-1309 minDrivetime DiariesGiving My Own Haircuts - Ep 1:28I've been in need of a haircut, so here's the story of how I started cutting my own hair 20 years ago. Special guest appearance from my daughter as I pick her up from practice.
Let me know what you think!
IG: @drivetimediary @mrcbaker4math
X: chuckcbaker
2023-10-1114 minDrivetime Diaries"Lowkey a Baddie" - Ep 1:27A student found my Instagram last week and then announced she considered my wife "low-key a baddie" and it's got me seeing heart-eyes since. LOL
Come for the Gen Z slang, stay for the wifey appreciation in this episode.
Let me know what you think!
IG: @drivetimediary @mrcbaker4math
X: chuckcbaker
2023-10-1013 minDrivetime DiariesHomecoming Spirit Week - Ep 1:26It's Homecoming week at my new school! I think every teacher is one on side or the other - love it it or you hate it - but is the distraction the haters bring up worth the fun, school spirit, and memory making the proponents champion? You can find ME today dancing at the pep assembly wearing my bright orange to rep the freshman class!
Let me know what you think!
IG: @drivetimediary @mrcbaker4math
X: chuckcbaker
2023-10-0617 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:25 - The Roman Empire and "The Game"I do admittedly think of the Roman Empire at least once a week as I put my daily Bible reading of Christ and the early church into context, but I think about it even more since we all started asking!
That dynamic reminded me of this game my students used to play called "The Game" - the only way to win the game was to not think about "The Game," and as soon as you thought of winning, you'd already lost.
What about you? Has the frequency of your thoughts about the Roman Empire increased since we started thinking of...
2023-10-0406 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:24 - The Calculus of Active Killer ScenariosWe had a day-long active-killer professional development day. It was a good training - informative, helpful, interactive, caring...but it also always has the educator thinking through the calculus of what to do in that situation.
The biggest question is - were I to be a casualty while protecting my students, am I neglecting the special role I have as my wife's only husband and my children's only father, or do I trust that God ordained THAT moment in the same way that I believe God ordains all of our day-to-day interactions and relationships?
2023-10-0210 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:23 - Being Cringey for ConnectionI love using Gen Z slang to connect to my students - for some students it works, but for others it actually gets in the way, so I have to find a balance!
At the end of the day, connecting with kids takes whatever it takes, and it's a great opportunity to let kids teach you about themselves.
Another source of research I just found this week is a podcast called The Culture Translator by Axis whose mission is to equip faith leaders to know what their students are talking about!
2023-09-2911 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:22 - Reaction: Baltimore Test ScoresTrying something new on this episode - reacting to a segment I heard on the radio.
On the drive home today, while popping around the radio dial, I heard a tease that a local talk radio station was going to discuss recent state test scores for schools in Baltimore - only 13% were proficient or above.
My ears immediately perked up at the discussion of education and/or test scores, so I listened later on the Audacy app and shared my reaction here in real-time. Baltimore has a lot in...
2023-09-2718 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:21 - Inside Scoop - Interviewing My Teenage DaughterHow often do YOU think about the Roman Empire? What's an appropriate amount of cringe for a HS teacher/Dad? Would you rather be a bird in the sky or a dolphin in the water? What is a Kingdom Worker?
Got some quality time with my daughter this weekend and she humbly agreed to make a guest appearance on the drive home from CostCo
#teachers #teens #daughter #romanempire #costco #commute
2023-09-2515 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:20 - This One IS About Group Work and the Danger of Doing it All YourselfEpisode 20!
Group work... collaboration... it's a necessary skill for kids to practice and a research backed strategy for learning, but for some learners/workers, it's exhausting!
I had experience this week where I got the choice to work in a group or alone and I 100% was glad to be alone. And also...doing everything yourself is unhealthy, often less efficient, and often less effective than a team coordinating with their strengths.
2023-09-2214 minDrivetime DiariesJoy FM DriversI think I was "that guy" today for someone - I don't usually get the middle finger salute on my drive, so that was bonus episode worthy. 😜
2023-09-2103 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:19 - This Was Supposed About Group Work, But Inequity Got In The WayI almost had to do some group work at a day of professional development for new teachers today, and was going to reflect on that, but I distracted by racial inequity on state tests and our responsibility to design lesson for ALL learners to reach proficiency on grade level math so we can OPEN OPPORTUNITIES for students.
#equity #education #UDL #stl #stlouis #teaching #math #algebra #achievementgap
2023-09-2013 minDrivetime DiariesGoing to the XC Meet | Ep 1:18I have so many students on the XC team, and they were asking me to make it to a race, so when the race Friday afternoon was up in my neck of STL county, I knew I couldn't miss it.
Cross country meets are fun! They're like a festival - tents, people all milling about...cheering...catching up with old friends. They share a lot with track meets, but the out-in-the-woods nature of this race lended the music festival vibes even more.
All this running had me reflecting on...
2023-09-1813 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:17 - Meet the Teacher NightMeet the Teacher Night (and conferences) can be a time of anxiety for parents - there's a lot at stake if your child gets a good or not so good experience!
But what if...YOU were the teacher? Tonight I'm reflecting again on the power and impact of educational choice and working out an educational plan for your kid that utilizes the community resources of our public schools without feeling like it's your only option. YOU can do it, and no one can be as deeply invested in your child's education and needs than YOU.
We do important work, and...
2023-09-1516 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:16 - Isn't Everyone Just Doing the Best They Can?I've heard this can be a polarizing question - is everyone out there just doing the best they can (parenting, studying, working, etc), or are there individuals that ARE doing the best they can and others that... don't?
I think your answer to that question determines how you respond when inconvenienced by someone else. Will you extend grace, or not?
2023-09-1315 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:15 - Sharing Your Life in the Classroom/WorkplaceHow much of your personal life should you bring to the classroom? Are we limiting our students' learning when we leave personal stories vague and private? How much personal connection do students desire?
My goal is to be more open this year with students that desire that connection and to know their teacher beyond the math so that I can have integrity - wholeness - within all the spheres of my life.
#teaching #education #stlouis #stl
2023-09-1122 minDrivetime DiariesBonus Episode - Gettin' to ChurchToday I'm testing out my new lapel mics and gettin' four kids to church!
2023-09-1008 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:14 - What Rights Should Parents Hold In Public Schools?When we (parents) send our kids to the local public school, we engage in a social contract that requires us to abdicate some of our rights...but how much? What does it mean that schools are a "public/community resource"? If school board offices are elected, how much should parents expect the school board to be responsive to their wants/needs/desires for their children? #education #parents #parenting #stl #stlouis
2023-09-0815 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:13 - "I Can't Believe I Get to Work Here!"The US News and World Report school ratings just came out and my new school was ranked 20th in the state! Obviously, I should be excited. But as I discussed in episode 11, I was struggling! Reflecting on work this past Labor Day had me thinking about attitude and the importance of showing up to make someone's day, no matter your work situation. I'm choosing a better attitude! #schools #work #education #besthighschools #stlouis #stl
2023-09-0616 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:12 - Are We (Over) Testing?Giving my first benchmark test today - my new colleagues think we're testing too much and losing instructional days, but this is much less mandated testing than I am accustomed to! How much is "just-right"?
2023-09-0510 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:11 - Overwhelmed with the New (and Waiting for Paychecks)How do people change jobs every few years? beyond the usual new school year/new students stress, I am feeling inundated with new things to know and understand about the way my new school works, and I am overwhelmed!
Also... paychecks?!
2023-09-0113 minDrivetime DiariesPutting Smile Emojis on My Emails | Ep 1:10Have you ever gotten the advice to not smile at students? To wait to show that you're nice until they know that you're serious? That's usually not me, and I actually teach less effectively when I'm in that mode. What about you?
Let me know what you think!
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2023-08-2909 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:09 - "Don't Meddle"Where is the line between being your authentic self, being invested in your community, and "meddling?"
I read from 1 Thessalonians 4:11 in my Bible earlier today - "to seek to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you..."
2023-08-2824 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:08 - "What Are You Doing In Class Next Week?" - Curriculum Pt IIn my new classroom, I've moved from a district that had very specific curriculum documents and pacing and shared not only common unit assessments, but even formative assessments and HW assignments for Algebra 1. At first, I prickled at it, but I realized after a couple of years that not deciding all of that for myself gave me more capacity to think of my STUDENTS and not only maintain rigor but work toward equity. I don't have that anymore. How can I (or even should I) put that structure on myself?
2023-08-2508 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:07 - "R U Fun?"Today was the 1st day of school! I always like to give kids the opportunity to ask WHATEVER they want about me, math class, school, etc., and this question usually comes up. Am I fun?? I dunno - I aim to be!
2023-08-2315 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:06 - "Don't Make It Weird"I try to keep it bottled up, but sometimes I get caught off guard and I make a conversation awkward.
Is this natural? How can you avoid these moments?
2023-08-2112 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:05 - Traffic and the Nature of ChangeHit my first traffic jam this morning - how do y'all do this?! Thinking about the changes I have to make leaving earlier so I can miss the traffic led me to reflect more on the nature of change and innovation.
2023-08-1819 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:03 - Pleased to Meet YouHow do you meet people? How do make friends? How do you get included in a group or include others? Today I reflected on social interactions and inclusivity.
2023-08-1616 minDrivetime DiariesWhat is My "Authentic Self"? | Ep 1:02It's been very clear that my new school is striving to create an environment in which everyone can bring their authentic selves to the learning space, and I love that!
Today I reflected on what that's going to mean and look like in my interactions and relationships at school.
2023-08-1419 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:01 - New Beginnings, Leaving HomeI have a commute now! Time to process! Time to reflect!
Today I reflected on leaving the only school district I've ever known professionally and the changes that will involve - what I'm looking forward to and what I'm conflicted about leaving behind.
2023-08-1416 minDrivetime DiariesEp 1:04 - Urban vs Suburban Education DefinitionsSparked by a lunch conversation with a new colleague, I'm reflecting today on the definitions of "urban" and "suburban" education contexts.
2023-08-1115 min2023-08-1000 min
Connect Raleigh38. Brandon Baker from 1st Tee of the TriangleBrandon Baker is the President/CEO of First Tee of the Triangle and has served in the role since 2013. Prior to moving to the Triangle to join First Tee in 2010, he held a variety of roles in the youth development space spanning from programming to marketing and communications in the youth development space. He holds a M.S. in Recreation, Parks, and Sports Leadership from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, and despite being born in Maryland and spending years in Virginia, considers the Triangle home!
Brandon is a certified Master Executive through First Tee, a member of t...
2023-04-291h 02
Dog Pound RadioEpisode 19_ CCA Chip Baker TSChttps://chip-baker-the-success-chronicles.square.site/Chip Baker- The Success Chronicles Go Get it!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dog-pound-radio--5807451/support.
2023-04-0641 min
Future Success PodcastRon BakerVoted by fans as one of the five best players in Wichita State University history, Kansas native Ron Baker was part of an undefeated regular season team and Final Four participant. He also experienced playing on one of the biggest stages of all sports as a member of the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Ron recorded this interview with Chuck in March 2021.
2023-03-1635 min
Farah & Farah's Legal LiveWhat is the Baker Act?On this week’s episode of Legal Live, Eddie and Chuck join Sheifalika to discuss legal news and answer your questions. Eddie talks about freedom of religion and what power the church has. He also mentions a recent Baker Act incident, which involves a family suing a hospital for lack of treatment and negligence. Eddie and chuck received multiple phone calls relating to the Baker Act and how it has impacted their lives in more ways than one. One caller also had questions for how to precede with a plumbing issue and how to handle their insurance and lawyers....
2023-02-1439 min
Cars Yeah2244: Chuck StanfordChuck Stanford is the Co-Founder and Selection Committee Chair of the Arizona Concours taking place on Sunday, January 22. This event starts off the New Year concours circuit and Arizona Auctions week. This concours recently announced its rebirth in Scottsdale for January 2023. Chuck has also judged at the Hilton Head Concours d’Elegance and at the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance.
2023-01-0933 min
Chuck and TheRuck showFirst episode: Final thoughts on Baker Mayfield prior to heading to CarolinaChuck and the Ruck discuss Baker Mayfield's lasting legacy in Cleveland and they also discuss Deshaun Watson!
2022-07-2943 min
GRIT to GREATNESSEp 47: Getting the MOST out of YOURSELF, Christina BakerCHRISTINA BAKER is back, and she helps us GET THE MOST OUT OF OURSELVES!!!
She shares many NUGGETS OF WISDOM, including...
Take CARE of YOURSELF... Physically and Mentally
DECLARE your INTENTIONS
Have ACCOUNTABILITY PARTNERS
Have a CHAMPION
Have a COACH
CELEBRATE WINS
Get NEGATIVITY OUT
Keep things in PERSPECTIVE
Give Yourself GRACE
Continued SELF DEVELOPMENT
2022-05-3126 minGRIT to GREATNESSEp 40: FIND A GOAL & GO AFTER IT, Christina BakerOur SPECIAL GUEST, CHRISTINA BAKER, is a West Point graduate and Military Veteran that spent 13 months in Iraq, and served at Fort Hood and Fort Jackson. WE TRULY APPRECIATE HER SERVICE!!!
Then she spent 15 years in the Mortgage industry, and now serves as the VP of Sales Support and Resolutions with Aflac.
She shares a WORLD of WISDOM with us. Some of her PEARLS OF WISDOM include;
DEFINE SUCCESS for You
Do NOT Compare Yourself to others (GOD'S Journey for them is different)
Find a GOAL & GO AFTER IT (Get off the Couch)
BE YOUR BEST SELF
CELEBRATE the WINS
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2022-04-0426 min
Cars Yeah2041: Chuck SpielmanChuck Spielman is an avid automotive enthusiast and collector who owns Only Yesterday Classic Autos, a 30,000 square foot facility filled with exceptional automobiles, automobilia, and The Hall of Heroes which is his tribute to America’s serving men and women, both past, and present.
2022-03-2934 min
Cars Yeah2031: Chuck BeckChuck Beck has built numerous projects from dragsters to race cars to street cars to a Lamborghini powered motorcycle, and more. He is renown among automotive enthusiasts for his 550 Spyder and the Beck 904 prototype. And guess what? Today is Chuck’s 85th birthday!
2022-03-1532 min
Reclaiming the FaithChuck Pike Pt. 1Episode 77 is part one of my interview with Chuck Pike. In this episode, Chuck discusses several shadows of Christ in the Old Testament. Chuck Pike is an environmental engineer whose professional career has focused on water and wastewater treatment. He has been actively involved in Bible teaching for three decades. His ministry has focused mainly on expository teaching, along with prophecy-based apologetics and the kingdom perspective, incorporating insights from the early Christians. Chuck lives in the Boston area with his wife Alison and their two children.
“Prove It” apologetics series: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0UdYKSChMSi5SxjE...
2021-09-0245 min
The Hawk Vision PodcastShevaughn Baker- Helping Tech Disrupters... The Oakland WayShevaughn Baker is the founder and visionary mind behind “Our Corporate Concierge” a boutique consultant agency that is geared towards helping to support tech founders grow and scale their business revenue through strategic partnerships. Additionally, she is one of Oakland, California’s most ardent supporters in the fight for racial equity and visibility for tech founders of color. After partnering with some of the best in the fintech space and more, Shevaughn is laser focused on identifying founders in her hometown of Oakland and building a community and infrastructure that both serves Oakland and allows for incubation and accele...
2021-03-2254 min
The Faithful PodcastEpisode 39: Chuck DeGroat - Narcissism in Churches
Chuck DeGroat's most recent book bravely and lovingly calls out narcissism in churches, especially in church leadership. We must identify and address this issue in order to begin healing many of the wounds to the body of Christ.
Chuck's Website: chuckdegroat.net
When Narcissism Comes To Church (Amazon purchase page)
Chuck's Twitter
Chuck's Books on Amazon
Chuck's Instagram
2021-01-0258 min
Supernatural GirlzPsychic Cop: The adventures of psychic police officer from Salem, Chuck BergmanChuck Bergman Is an author, psychic medium and a retired police officer who has had the ability to communicate with the spirit world since childhood. He has been profiled on A&E, The Biography Channel and many TV specials, and is a frequent guest on radio shows, including Coast to Coast AM. In addition to giving individual readings and hosting group forums, Chuck has assisted numerous law enforcement agencies across the country in their on-going investigations
2020-12-241h 30
Hangin' Out In The HollerEpi. #72 Chuck Baker & Ms. BethBBQ Master Chuck Baker & Ms. Beth are on to talk about he beginning and COVID state of Barrel House BBQ, rock concerts, and our most special memories! Ya don't wanna miss!
2020-11-1300 minHangin' Out In The HollerEpi. #72 Chuck Baker & Ms. BethLegendary BBQ Master Chuck Baker & Ms. Beth come on and talk about the beginning and COVID times of Barrel House BBQ, favorite rock concerts, and most special memories that you don't want to miss!
2020-11-1300 min
The Coach's Circle PodcastCoach’s Circle #69: Chuck HancockToday's special guest is Chuck Hancock, a licensed professional counselor and the founder of Inner Life Adventures based in Fort Collins, Colorado. He is also the founder of his coaching practice called Reconnecting to our Nature.
Topics Covered:
Why a corporate career left Chuck unfulfilled and led him to a career in nature-based counseling
A discussion of Chuck’s therapy and coaching work and the challenges his clients face
Background on how Chuck’s coaching practice came to be and how it differs from counseling
The most rewarding and challenging aspects of Chuck’s career in service to his cl
2020-10-0126 min
SBJ UnpacksThe Road Ahead: O’Melveny's Chuck Baker and Irwin RaijO’Melveny Sports Industry Group co-Chairs Chuck Baker and Irwin Raij join Sports Business Daily’s Andrew Levin to discuss the recent rise in pro soccer ownership deals in the U.S. and abroad.
2020-09-0331 minReclaiming the FaithChuck Pike Pt. 2Episode 78 is part two of my interview with Chuck Pike. In this episode, Chuck addresses the belief of once-saved-always-saved, and also discusses how Christians should navigate the hot political climate we’re living in. Chuck Pike is an environmental engineer whose professional career has focused on water and wastewater treatment. He has been actively involved in Bible teaching for three decades. His ministry has focused mainly on expository teaching, along with prophecy-based apologetics and the kingdom perspective, incorporating insights from the early Christians. Chuck lives in the Boston area with his wife Alison and their two children.
“Prov...
2020-06-2338 min
Chuck Talks A LotBaker, bad high fives, and telemarketer head massages.Reaction to Baker article, little league high fives, and how to handle telemarking
2019-08-2137 min
The Next Wave: A ConnectED Learning STL PodcastInterview with Chuck BakerMeet Connected Learning team member Chuck Baker. Not "just" a math teacher, but a man of faith and empathy who loves the creative side of education. Chuck talks about PBL, gifted education, and rejecting a deficit mindset.
2018-06-2720 min
The Baker Street BabesEpisode 82: Baker Street in LAIt's not every day you find an entire re-creation of 221B Baker Street... it's even rarer when that re-creation is in Los Angeles. Chuck Kovacic is a longtime Sherlockian and utterly devoted to having the most authentic Sherlock Holmes sitting room in the world. The amount of detail and research that has been poured into the room where so many of the stories truly took place is nothing short of astounding. We had a chat with Chuck about how the sitting room came about, some of the items he has (and how he got them), and how you can visit t...
2017-11-1451 min
VO Buzz WeeklyEP 200 LIVE with Chuck & Stacy!Let the VO Buzz Weekly LIVE celebration begin, presented by DEMOS THAT ROCK and EDGE STUDIO!
Chuck and Stacey marked their epic 200th episode milestone of VO Buzz Weekly in style by filming the show in front of a sold-out crowd at the historic El Portal Theatre in the NoHo Arts District of North Hollywood, CA.
Since starting the show in 2012, Chuck and Stacey have sat down with more than 100 amazing guests and this two-hour show taping brought many of them back to the stage to enlighten and entertain the audience… yet again.
As th...
2016-07-2000 min