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Teacher Fan ClubUp Your 'Back-to-School' Game with Michelle YoungMichelle Young - an inspiring educator, TV personality, speaker, and founder of The Michelle Young Foundation - shares her stories of teaching, television, and transitions in this special Back to School TFC episode! While managing the demands of classroom teaching, Michelle seized an exciting opportunity to star in Season 18 of The Bachelorette. Prior to teaching, Michelle made a name for herself as a Division I basketball player and now shares this passion by partnering with school districts to provide an after-school program called "Homework and Hoops." In this episode, Michelle j...2024-08-1650 min
Teacher Fan ClubThe Science & Practice of Everyday Awe with Dr. Dacher KeltnerIn this enlightening episode of the Teacher Fan Club we welcome Dr. Dacher Keltner, one of the world’s foremost emotion scientists and the founding Director of the Greater Good Science Center. Dr. Keltner is a distinguished psychology professor at the University of California, Berkeley and has consulted for Google, Apple, and Pinterest on emotion and wellbeing. He was also the scientific advisor behind Pixar’s Inside Out. With an inspiring career that spans over 200 scientific publications and six books, including his lastest, Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How it Can Transform Your Life, Dr. Keltner has revo...2024-02-0340 minTeacher Fan ClubExploring "The Wellness Trap" with Christy HarrisonChristy Harrison is a journalist and registered dietitian specializing in intuitive eating and disordered-eating recovery. She is the author of bestselling books including Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being, and Happiness Through Intuitive Eating and of numerous publications featured in The New York Times, Shape, Refinery 29 and The Food Network. Christy produces and hosts two podcasts, Rethinking Wellness and Food Psych, which have helped tens of thousands of listeners around the world think critically about diet and wellness culture and develop more peaceful relationships with food. Christy returns to the Teacher Fan Club in this episode to discuss her newest...2024-01-1647 min
Teacher Fan ClubUntangling Resentment & Practicing Authentic Gratitude with Dr. Kerry HowellsThis episode is for anyone seeking realistic approaches to resentment and gratitude in their personal and professional lives. We welcome Dr. Kerry Howells back to the Teacher Fan Club, a renowned researcher and author on a quest to bring deep, authentic, sustainable gratitude into our lives and workplaces. We may know the benefits of gratitude, but sometimes it may feel like an inauthentic, band-aid fix for deeper issues in education. Kerry's work explores the nexus between gratitude and resentment, and how a lack of gratitude can destroy relationships, workplace morale, and a sense of belonging.Drawing from her...2023-11-1355 min
Teacher Fan ClubRipples of Reconciliation with Dr. Yvonne Poitras Pratt & Veronica DoyleOur inspiring guests in this episode are Dr. Yvonne Poitras Pratt, Métis Scholar, Research Excellence Chair, and award-winning teacher educator at the University of Calgary, and Veronica Doyle, an incredible Teacher and Assistant Principal at Rocky View School Division. In this special episode, Yvonne first joins Dana for a follow-up conversation to her first appearance on the Teacher Fan Club, Episode 4, where she discussed Truth and Reconciliation in Education and three entry points to the work of reconciliation. In Episode 22, they discuss their shared experience working together as Dana lives the three entry points with Y...2023-09-291h 18Teacher Fan ClubLiving Your Best Summer with Jodi WellmanHave you ever felt your summer break fly by so quickly, you barely had time to enjoy it?! Then Episode 21 with Jodi Wellman is definitely for you! Jodi Wellman is a speaker, leadership coach, and facilitator on living lives worth living. She founded Four Thousand Mondays to help people make the most of their time while they’re alive! She promotes a healthy practice of memento mori and offers life enhancement resources and programs "for people who want to live on purpose, inspired, and totally alive."Jodi has a Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MA...2023-07-0643 minTeacher Fan ClubCoaching for Wellbeing & Growth in Education with Christian van NieuwerburghDr. Christian van Nieuwerburgh is a Professor of Coaching and Positive Psychology at the Centre for Positive Health Sciences at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), University of Medicine and Health Sciences. He is the Global Director for Growth Coaching International which offers coaching, courses and consultancy services to enhance the quality of conversations in educational communities worldwide. Christian is also an accredited executive coach and has written many articles and books on coaching and positive psychology, including From Surviving to Thriving: A Student’s Guide to Feeling and Doing Well at University. His work reflects a passion fo...2023-05-231h 05Teacher Fan ClubWNW Series: Parent Partners in Fostering Positive Relationships with Food and BodyAmy Shmyr and Elizabeth Fraser are both registered dietitians who work with Alberta Health Services. In their roles as public health dietitians, they both work in a variety of community settings including schools. In this conversation, Amy and Elizabeth share how parents can support their children in developing a positive and healthy relationship with food in partnership with schools. We cover why it’s important to approach food and bodies from a weight-neutral perspective, and how to handle some of those issues that can come up when feeding children and teaching them to become more independent in their food choices. As...2023-02-271h 02Teacher Fan ClubLiving Our Passions at Work & Prioritizing the Arts with Benjamin OswaldBenjamin Oswald is both a teacher and a talented artist. Benjamin received his master’s in education from the University of Alberta and a master’s of fine arts at Emily Carr University of Art and Design. His beautiful sculptures and ceramic pieces have won both provincial and international awards; he was a recipient of the Robert Weghsteen Memorial Award in ceramics. In this conversation, Dana and Elizabeth talk with Benjamin about his teaching career path from Physics teacher to a Ceramics teacher and artist, all while developing more as a teacher and raising a family. We discuss the connection with...2022-11-0139 minTeacher Fan ClubSleep Strategies & Managing Fatigue with Susan SawatzkySusan Sawatzky is a fellow teacher, who now works as a consultant and adult educator specializing in fatigue management and psychological health and safety in the workplace. Her business, In-Scope Solutions, offers learning solutions and consultation to a variety of businesses, agencies, and certifying partners, from helping to create policy guidelines for the Canadian oil and gas industry to working with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Susan is also an instructor with the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, and the University of New Brunswick. In this episode, Dana and Elizabeth talk with Susan about why sleep is...2022-09-0755 minTeacher Fan ClubThe Power of Compassion & High Quality Connections with Dr. Jane DuttonDr. Jane Dutton is a cofounder of the Center for Positive Organizations and leader in the field of Positive Organizational Scholarship. Jane has shared her passion and expertise in creating thriving organizations as a professor and researcher at Michigan Ross School of Business, and as a published author of over 100 articles and book chapters, 13 edited books, and two of her own books: Energize your Workplace: How to Build and Sustain High Quality Connections at Work and Awakening Compassion at Work (with Monica Worline). Jane's work has focused on the power of high quality connections to increase both individual and organizational...2022-07-141h 05Teacher Fan ClubWNW Series: Challenging Diet Culture with Christy HarrisonChristy Harrison is a journalist, a registered dietitian who practices from an anti-diet perspective, and a certified intuitive eating counselor. She is the author of Anti-Diet: Reclaim your Time, Money, Wellbeing and Happiness through Intuitive Eating and her new book, The Wellness Trap will be coming out in 2023. Her writing has been featured in numerous publications, including The New York Times, Shape, Refinery 29 and The Food Network. Christy is the creator and host for the podcast Food Psych, which she started in 2013 and is now entering its final season. On Food Psych, Christy talks to numerous guests and experts with...2022-05-2444 minTeacher Fan ClubWNW Series: Joyful Cooking & Food Security with Julie Van RosendaalJulie Van Rosendaal is passionate about food and cooking. She has worked in the food industry and has published 12 amazing cookbooks, including Dirty Food. Julie writes and talks about food as a freelance journalist for the Globe and Mail and is featured weekly in the Calgary Eyeopener for CBC radio. She has been sharing delicious recipes for years on her blog, Dinner With Julie. In this episode, Elizabeth is joined by guest co-host, Justin Gabinet, a passionate Foods Teacher and Professional Human Ecologist (Home Economist). This episode is part of our weight-neutral mini-series. Full show notes can be found at...2022-05-1155 minTeacher Fan ClubWNW Series: Social Justice & Embodiment with Dr. Niva PiranDr. Piran is an award-winning author, researcher, teacher, and mentor. She is Professor Emerita at the University of Toronto, a clinical psychologist, and a school consultant. She is a prolific scholar, an author and co-editor of five books, and a frequent international speaker on embodiment, body image, and eating disorder prevention and treatment.In this episode, Dana and Elizabeth discuss the concept of embodiment and how eating disorders are a social justice issue. Dr. Piran offers ideas on how teachers can constructively use their own experiences to support their students developing a positive relationship with their own bodies...2022-04-1753 minTeacher Fan ClubWNW Series: Eating Disorder Prevention in Schools with Dr. Angela GraceDr. Angela Grace is a Registered Psychologist with a PhD focused on youth health and wellbeing in school settings, and is an instructor at the University of Calgary. She is a former teacher whose experiences inform her passion for holistic wellbeing and eating disorder prevention. In this episode, Dana and Elizabeth talk with Angela about how eating disorders can develop and how teachers can help students have a more positive relationship with their bodies. We also address how schools can be more recovery-friendly for teachers and staff who have experience with eating disorders. This episode is part of our weight-neutral...2022-04-0649 minTeacher Fan ClubWNW Series: Race, Gender, and the Body with Savala NolanSavala Nolan is a lawyer, writer, and professor at UC Berkeley School of Law. She is the author of Don't Let it Get You Down: Essays on Race, Gender and the Body, and her writing has been featured in Vogue, Time, the Huffington Post, Shape, and Harper's Magazine. She is also the Executive Director for the Thelton E. Henderson Centre for Social Justice at UC Berkeley.In this episode, Dana and Elizabeth talk with Savala about her book, which is based on her personal experiences with race, gender, and body size. Our conversation covers a lot of ground...2022-03-071h 10Teacher Fan ClubWNW Series: Building Trust in Ourselves and Our Bodies with Aaron FloresThis episode is part of our mini-series on Weight-Neutral Wellbeing (WNW). Elizabeth and Dana speak with Aaron Flores, a registered dietitian nutritionist and co-host of the Dietitians Unplugged podcast. Aaron is an expert in multiple weight-neutral approaches to food, including Intuitive Eating, Health at Every Size, and Body Trust. He shares how his career and personal experiences evolved into his current weight-neutral approach. Aaron talks about unique pressures and experiences regarding masculinity and body image, and offers suggestions on how everyone can work towards building trust in themselves and their bodies. Full show notes are available at https://www.teacherfanclub...2022-02-0144 minTeacher Fan ClubWNW Series: Food Education & Neutrality with Kelly FullertonElizabeth and Dana chat with Kelly Fullerton about how to approach food and nutrition in the school setting from a weight-neutral perspective. Based in Melbourne, Australia, Kelly is both an experienced physical education teacher and trained nutritionist. She regularly leads professional learning opportunities and in-school enrichment experiences focused on positive food education. Kelly is passionate about taking a curious, engaging, and sensory-based approach to food and nutrition. In this episode, Kelly shares her perspective on so-called healthy eating, how to best talk about food around students, and how adults can create a healthy relationship with food themselves. This episode is...2022-01-0239 minTeacher Fan ClubWNW Series: Reframing Stress & Enjoying Movement with Dr. Kelly McGonigalKelly McGonigal is a health psychologist and lecturer at Stanford University who specializes in understanding the mind-body connection. As a pioneer in the field of "science-help," her mission is to translate insights from psychology and neuroscience into practical strategies that support personal well-being and strengthen communities. She is the best-selling author of The Willpower Instinct and The Upside of Stress. Her latest book, The Joy of Movement, explores why physical exercise is a powerful antidote to the modern epidemics of depression, anxiety, and loneliness. You might also know her from her TED talk, "How to Make Stress Your Friend," which...2021-11-2654 minTeacher Fan ClubWNW Series: Weight-Neutral Schools with Dr. Shelly Russell-MayhewThis episode is part of our mini-series on weight-neutral wellbeing (WNW). Dana and Elizabeth talk with Dr. Shelly Russell-Mayhew about how to apply a weight-neutral approach to health education and promotion. We discuss concerns with weight-centric health promotion and strategies on how to make a cultural shift towards more inclusive health messages. Dr. Shelly Russell-Mayhew is a Registered Psychologist and Professor at the Werklund School of Education at the University of Calgary. Her research has focused on the prevention and treatment of eating and weight-related issues, as well as school-based prevention programs. Full show notes can be found at www...2021-11-0232 minTeacher Fan ClubWNW Series: Exploring Weight-Neutral WellbeingThis episode is the first in our mini-series on weight-neutral wellbeing (WNW). Elizabeth and Dana discuss why weight-neutral approaches to health and wellbeing are ideal for every body in the school context. In this episode, we also talk with guest experts Dr. Sarah Nutter and Dr. Jessica Saunders about their respective research on weight bias and eating disorders. Dr. Nutter is an Assistant Professor in the Educational Psychology and Leadership Studies faculty at the University of Victoria. Dr. Saunders is a feminist trained developmental psychologist and a Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology at Clark University. Full show notes can be...2021-11-0255 minTeacher Fan ClubThe Power of Purpose with Dr. Robert E. QuinnDr. Robert E. Quinn is one of the leaders in the field of Positive Organizational Scholarship, a cofounder of the Center for Positive Organizations at the University of Michigan, and a Professor at the Michigan Ross School of Business with research and writing focused on purpose, leadership, culture, and change. He has spent the last 40 years doing research, teaching, consulting, and speaking to more than half of the Fortune 500. He is the author of 18 books including the award-winning education book, The Best Teacher in You: How to Accelerate Learning and Change Lives. In this episode he shares impactful strategies for...2021-10-0854 minTeacher Fan ClubTruth and Reconciliation with Dr. Poitras-PrattDr. Yvonne Poitras-Pratt, a Métis Scholar and Director of Indigenous Education at the University of Calgary, discusses the key role education and learning play in the Calls to Action of Truth and Reconciliation. She shares numerous resources and actions people can take to become meaningfully engaged in this essential work. Listen to her gratitude story about her Grade 4 teacher who made a lasting difference in her life. Show notes with resources can be found at www.teacherfanclub.com.2021-09-2452 minTeacher Fan ClubPracticing Self-Compassion with Lisa BaylisLisa Baylis, an experienced teacher, guidance counsellor, trained expert on self-compassion, and author of the new book Self-Compassion for Educators, joins Elizabeth and Dana to talk about the research behind self-compassion as well as everyday ways to practice. Listen in as Lisa thanks a colleague who has created an amazing gratitude practice in her high school as part of Graduation.2021-08-1050 minTeacher Fan ClubRadical Gratitude in Education with Dr. Kerry HowellsDr. Kerry Howells joins Elizabeth and Dana to talk about why gratitude is an essential practice for our wellbeing even during difficult times. She offers both research and practical ideas on how to get started on developing this habit. Dr. Howells is the author of Gratitude in Education: A Radical View and the upcoming book Untangling You: How Can I Be Grateful When I Feel So Resentful? Her work can be found at www.kerryhowells.comShow notes at teacherfanclub.com2021-06-1558 minTeacher Fan ClubMy Most Influential Teacher with Stephen HurleyEpisode 1: Meet the creator of VoicEd Radio, Stephen Hurley. He shares what it was like to thank his most influential teacher, and how a special thank-you from a student has helped him as an educator. Show notes at www.teacherfanclub.com.2021-05-0439 minTeacher Fan ClubEpisode 0 Meet the HostsMeet Dana Fulwiler and Elizabeth Tingle, founders of the Teacher Fan Club. Hear about our teaching backgrounds and intentions for the podcast. Check out our website at teacherfanclub.com to learn more about the wellbeing science behind our TFC vision.2021-04-1707 min
The PodclassPositive Teacher Well-being with Dana FulwilerElizabeth talks with Dana, a teacher and instructor at the University of Calgary and the University of Pennsylvania, about the need to prioritize teacher wellbeing in addition to student wellbeing when it comes to school health promotion. She shares practical strategies for teachers to feel their best, maintain perspective, and enjoy their work.2020-12-2052 min
The PodclassPositive Teacher Well-being with Dana FulwilerElizabeth talks with Dana, a teacher and instructor at the University of Calgary and the University of Pennsylvania, about the need to prioritize teacher wellbeing in addition to student wellbeing when it comes to school health promotion. She shares practical strategies for teachers to feel their best, maintain perspective, and enjoy their work.Additional Resources:My Sleep WellCBC Article on Self Help SelfCompassion.orgDay One AppVIA Institute on CharacterCoursera: Resilience Skills in a Time of Uncertainty2020-12-1652 min