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Chops
Volunteers, Not Hostages
Awaiting a rehearsal for a summer jazz performance, the duo discuss the nature of choice and volunteering in a classroom.
2025-06-24
37 min
Chops
Steve's Back and School's Out!
After some time away Steve is back on the podcast and the duo wrap up the end of their school year.
2025-06-03
44 min
Chops
Management with Matt Allman
CHS percussion specialist Matt Allman joins the show to discuss what he has learned in his first years on the job.
2025-05-06
45 min
Chops
Plans A Through Z with Scott Preheim
Concord High School Technical Director Scott Preheim joins the podcast this week to share his expertise in planning, executing, and troubleshooting. In addition, he shares how he fosters student leadership in his after school tech club.
2025-04-29
51 min
Chops
Choralosophy with Chris Munce
Chops Podcast teams up with Chris Munce of the Choralosophy Podcast to bring you this crossover episode of how teaching band and teaching choir intersects. Check out the Choralosophy Podcast anywhere you listen!
2025-03-25
1h 00
Choralosophy
Episode 241: Instrumental and Vocal Music United! With John Hinkle and Chops Podcast
A collaboration episode! Chops podcast has been making a splash in the Band world, so we decided to team up to create this “comparing of notes” on teaching choir vs. band. Available on both podcasts! In this engaging conversation between Chris of the Choralosophy Podcast and Jack Hinkle of Chops Podcast, the two veteran educators explore their respective journeys in music education, the challenges they face in teaching band and choir, and the importance of fostering a supportive and engaging classroom environment. They discuss the significance of music literacy, the role of technology in education, and the emot...
2025-03-21
00 min
Chops
Doing It All with Stefan Roose
Indianapolis band director Stefan Roose joins the show to share his passion for teaching beyond the 40 hour work-week while simultaneously living a full life. Check out Stefan's group Elevate Performing arts @elevateperformingarts.in on Instagram!
2025-03-11
43 min
Chops
In the Pit with Nicole Knouse
Concord band director Nicole Knouse joins the podcast to share her journey in working with the students of the pit orchestra for the CHS musical.
2025-02-28
40 min
Chops
Growing Your People with Dr. Seth Molnar
The principal of Concord Community High School joins the show to share his experiences in leading.
2025-02-18
42 min
Chops
Teachable Moments
Many mistakes happen in students' lives, but they can also occur in the teacher. Any of these "oopsies" can be turned around into a lesson for either party.
2025-02-04
41 min
Chops
Delays and E-Learning
Many schools face challenges due to weather this time of year. Plan for it, expect it, and stay the course.
2025-01-28
35 min
Chops
Conflict
Conflict can be an awkward or difficult concept to approach, yet conflict is unavoidable in any place of work. Jack and Steve talk best practices in approaching it.
2025-01-21
50 min
Chops
First Day Back (Zombies)
Welcome to Season 4 of Chops! Jack and Steve recount their tales of the first day back after winter break.
2025-01-14
44 min
Bluejays at The B.
Breakfast at The B - Win at Hinkle
Jays get a much needed road win at Butler. The crew was up for a Saturday morning breakfast road win.
2025-01-11
54 min
Chops
Christmas Spec Wrapup
For the season finale, the duo walk the listeners through the last week in Concord High School's music department where almost 500 students participated in a holiday variety show.
2024-12-24
42 min
Chops
Tired
It's that time of year: final exams, holiday concerts, and getting ready for a new semester. The show must go on!
2024-12-17
44 min
The Gospel on the Radio Talk Show with Pastor Jack King of Tallahassee, Florida
Richard Hinkle
My guest is my personal friend Richard Hinkle who has traveled to all 50 states and had many adventures. Episode #1204 ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X
2024-12-15
55 min
Chops
Feeling Refreshed...Or Not
Coming back from an extended weekend like Thanksgiving Break should leave teachers feeling refreshed. Right? Anyone?...
2024-12-10
26 min
Chops
Pick It Up
Steve and Jack share their definition of this year's jazz theme,"Pick It Up," and how it manifests daily at school.
2024-12-03
29 min
Chops
Walter White Is Not A Gangster! (An Episode About Crying)
Steve and Jack talk best practices about how to serve students during teary states.
2024-11-26
44 min
Chops
Transitioning to Concert Band
After a rigorous marching season, the Minutemen prepare for their concert season and their holiday performance.
2024-11-19
43 min
Chops
90 and 10
Usually, 90% (or more) of students are engaged and doing the right thing at any given time. It's easy to focus on the other 10%; Jack and Steve discuss strategies on how to minimize the 10 and let the 90 shine.
2024-11-12
34 min
Chops
"Aren't You Interesting?"
A great phrase supplied to us by a listener to help calm situations (and yourself) down. This episode illustrates how Jack and Steve use this phrase in their teaching.
2024-11-05
40 min
Chops
Anonymity
The difference between identity and anonymity can make or break the essence and culture of a classroom.
2024-10-29
38 min
Chops
Direct or Indirect
Sometimes a quick answer is effective. Sometimes taking a roundabout path works better.
2024-10-22
37 min
Chops
Planning
Contrary to many comments made on the show, Jack and Steve do plan. They break down the importance and the process of planning in this week's episode.
2024-10-15
36 min
Chops
Impossible Tasks
Sometimes, not all steps are taken from the teacher to ensure the students' success. Other times, teachers or students are given tasks that they simply will not be able to achieve.
2024-10-08
38 min
Chops
Resistance Training
Problems are opportunities in work clothes. Steve and Jack discuss how to help kids understand that things don't get easier - they just get better at accomplishing hard tasks.
2024-10-01
40 min
The Investing in Iowa Show
Ep34 Construction in Iowa with Jack Esser
If you're someone interested in the future of the construction industry, this episode is for you! We sat down with Jack Esser, Business Development Manager at Henkel Construction, to explore his journey from Mason City to leading projects across healthcare, industrial, and educational sectors. Learn how the transitions and Henkel's 132-year legacy shape the industry, even as rising interest rates impact development. What you’ll learn from this episode The power of self-performing work Market Trends and how construction slowed down Expert ways to navigate construction costs Why yo...
2024-09-26
19 min
Chops
Takis and Mountain Dew
Kids love Takis and Mountain Dew. And for some, that's most of their diet. Steve and Jack discuss how the effect this has on a classroom and how to encourage kids to eat, drink, and sleep well.
2024-09-24
42 min
Chops
Anxieteaching
Everyone may feel uptight and nervous at time. Trying to answer questions, deliver content, and problem solve while feeling anxious can sometimes just be part of the job.
2024-09-17
33 min
Chops
Bugageddon
The Marching Minutemen faced a challenging rehearsal where thousands of bugs swarmed the field. Problems are opportunities in work clothes!
2024-09-10
27 min
Chops
No Smiling In School
Creating the classroom culture is vital to the successful start of a new school year. Loud, quiet, fast, slow - the possibilities are endless.
2024-09-03
39 min
Chops
Multitasking
Ever wonder what goes on inside a teacher's brain?
2024-08-20
36 min
Chops
Summer Scaries
It's like the Sunday Scaries, except for school. Teachers are going through some emotions as the first day of school approaches.
2024-08-13
43 min
Chops
Rigor
The hard things don't get easier; students just get better at doing hard things. Helping students tackle rigor and scaffolding the process is discussed in this episode.
2024-08-06
32 min
Chops
Soft Skills
In the midst of band camp, the students are being pushed musically and physically. Steve and Jack discuss other teachable moments they have found during the week that have nothing to do with marching, spinning, or playing.
2024-07-30
37 min
Chops
Simple
In the midst of band camp, learning new concepts can be challenging. It's the job of the teacher to convey these in challenges in a way that make them simple. Not easy, but simple.
2024-07-23
43 min
Chops
Classroom Chaos
Learning can be loud too! Controlled chaos can be a fun way to teach and engage.
2024-07-16
37 min
Chops
Performing Vs. Teaching
After recently performing at a few venues, Jack shares with Steve how playing guitar and singing for an audience can directly relate with the environment of a classroom.
2024-07-09
44 min
Chops
Pivot
After experiencing "technical difficulties" 4 times in a row, the podcasting duo decided to take a different approach and speak about the art of "pivoting" in teaching.
2024-07-02
44 min
Chops
We're Not Intimidated by Teenagers...Anymore
Stories of the early years of teaching were shared, where authoritarian tactics were used. Now, the duo has pivoted to meeting behaviors in a much more calm manner.
2024-06-25
51 min
Chops
Chops Rewind
A whole year of Chops! The duo spends the 50th episode sharing their experiences of creating a podcast and how it helped them grow in their craft.
2024-06-18
50 min
Chops
Live From B135 Part 2
Chops hosts a live episode with students of CHS. Students were asked to share what they wish their teachers knew.
2024-06-11
45 min
Chops
Live From B135 Part 1
Chops hosts a live episode with students of CHS. Students comment and ask questions about teaching, leadership, and music.
2024-06-04
49 min
Chops
Mayday
Teaching in May feels like trying to put out a fire with a flyswatter.
2024-05-28
48 min
Chops
Mental, Physical, and Emotional
Teaching the mind usually comes first. Teaching the body and the heart are equally important.
2024-05-21
35 min
Chops
Systems
In the midst of all of the end-of-year activities, the duo share how they keep themselves organized.
2024-05-14
48 min
Chops
Busy
Adults and students alike find themselves amidst the "busy." Jack and Steve wish to deconstruct the stigmas associated with being busy and help empower students to embrace the rigor that comes with.
2024-05-07
51 min
Chops
Rocks and Pebbles
What matters most in our teaching? What else is important that still needs to be included?
2024-04-30
33 min
Chops
Teach from the Light
While this is not an original idea from Chops, the premise is powerful. Assume that students are giving their best and assume that everyone in the room has something to offer.
2024-04-23
44 min
Chops
Live at LEARN Part 2
Chops goes live at Concord's LEARN Conference where teachers present professional development to their peers. This is the recording of the 9:15-9:55 session.
2024-04-16
30 min
Chops
Live at LEARN Part 1
Chops goes live at Concord's LEARN Conference where teachers present professional development to their peers. This is the recording of the 8:30-9:10 session.
2024-04-09
32 min
Chops
Disney
The experience is planned from A to Z for the individual at Disney theme parks; a classroom experience can be the same way. Jack and Steve share their thoughts on how to incorporate this into their profession.
2024-04-02
42 min
Chops
A Deeper Look at "Senioritis" and More
While teachers have seen this for years and know how the script plays out, the students are experiencing all of these things for the first time. Teachers should give grace when they work through these things even though it happens every year.
2024-03-26
46 min
Chops
Teaching Teachers with Christa Jones
Guest Christa Jones joins the podcast to speak to her experiences as a music teacher, content creator, and clinician. Christa currently creates resources for teachers - check her out on teacherspayteachers.com and on her socials @enharmoniceducation.
2024-03-19
51 min
Chops
Gerber or Golden Corral
Teachers need to pick whether to "feed" their students information or help the students serve themselves.
2024-03-12
45 min
Chops
Knowing Your Students with Lauri Eiselt
Veteran kindergarten teacher Lauri Eiselt joins the show and shares her experiences teaching in Berea, Kentucky.
2024-03-05
56 min
Chops
Traveling with Students
Both teachers recently traveled with their students on performance trips. Steve and Jack discuss how the journey is equally important to the destination.
2024-02-27
53 min
Chops
Work-Life Balnace
Another listener suggested topic. Steve and Jack explore strategies to leave school at school so home can be home.
2024-02-20
48 min
Chops
The Friction Zone with Grant Longenbaugh
Grant Longenbaugh, general manager of Janus Motorcycles, joins the podcast to share his expertise and wisdom on leadership.
2024-02-13
1h 02
Chops
Mentorship
A Chops listener suggested this topic. Jack and Steve share their experiences in student teaching as well as leading others in the profession and creating student leaders.
2024-02-06
54 min
Chops
Process, Product, Prize
After having attended a jazz competition, the duo reflects on the fragile relationship of art and trophies.
2024-01-30
49 min
Chops
Our Take on Tech
Finding themselves on screens more than scores due to Indiana weather, the duo discusses their takes on technology in the classroom.
2024-01-23
51 min
Chops
It's an Experience, Not a Class
Classes should have an identity, a purpose, and a relationship. Taking them to that next level creates an experience for students that encourages them create something greater than themselves.
2024-01-16
43 min
Chops
We'll Name This One Later...
Welcome to Season 2! Procrastination plagues productivity. Steve and Jack are back to discuss their observations and strategies on how to help their students replace reaction with proaction.
2024-01-09
46 min
Chops
Simplicity with Denton Sutherlin
Percussionist and educator Denton Sutherlin joins the podcast. Denton, a former coworker of the hosts, shares his insights in best practices by utilizing simplicity.
2023-12-19
55 min
Chops
Greeting Apathy
Students come to class at varying levels of energy; how you greet that energy is up to you. Jack and Steve discuss how they handle student apathy in this week's episode.
2023-12-12
45 min
Chops
Teaching...No, Really
Steve takes a step back and about what it really means to help students be successful in the given number of minutes of a class period.
2023-12-05
52 min
Chops
The Love of the Job with Heidi Snyder
First grade teacher Heidi Snyder joins the show this week to share her thoughts on best practices as well as her genuine love of teaching kids.
2023-11-28
52 min
Chops
I Like Them
Dynamic leaders and influential teachers are the topic this week. Steve and Jack highlight the qualities of these people and discuss how they can emulate them and model charisma and tenacity for their students.
2023-11-21
46 min
Chops
Helping Students Help Themselves
Inspired by a New York Times Newsletter article titled "When Someone You Love is Upset, Ask This One Question," Jack and Steve explore whether students want to be helped, heard, or hugged. Additionally, they seek to assist students in helping themselves.
2023-11-14
53 min
Chops
Marching Band is Surgery in a Hot Air Balloon
As the title suggests, there is much more to marching band than notes, feet, and flags. The season is over for the Marching Minutemen and the final weeks are recapped in this episode.
2023-11-07
1h 03
Chops
Student Centrism with Bryan Golden
Master teacher Bryan Golden joins the show and shares his thoughts on teaching and how every choice he makes in the classroom is "pro-kid."
2023-10-31
44 min
Chops
Thoughts on Homework
Students' success levels vary far and wide when it comes to completing homework. Jack and Steve work through the puzzle as they explore their experiences assigning work outside of the classroom.
2023-10-24
51 min
Chops
Attendance
Student attendance is not within a teacher's circle of control, but it can be influenced. Jack and Steve share their insights on how to get students to school.
2023-10-17
56 min
Chops
"Bruh"
Kids aren't worse; they're just different. The duo discusses how students calling teachers "bruh" is just an example of how these changes affect the learning environment.
2023-10-10
55 min
Chops
Maximizing Students with Matt Furfaro
Social studies teacher Matt Furfaro joins the podcast this week to discuss best practices in getting the most out of the kids.
2023-10-03
58 min
Chops
Smile
Smiling (and being aware of it) is important for both students and teachers. Jack and Steve discuss how this simple act plays an integral role in their profession.
2023-09-26
53 min
Chops
"Classic"
"Classic" has become a word of diffusion in the classroom for Jack and Steve when the lesson plan takes a detour.
2023-09-19
48 min
Chops
All Kids are Good Kids
The best teachers have the best kids. Jack and Steve explore how teachers can best unlock potential in all of their students.
2023-09-12
53 min
Chops
Cruise Ship or Speedboat
Jack and Steve discuss the difference between running a class like a cruise ship and running it like a speedboat.
2023-09-05
1h 03
Chops
Excellence with Ken Snoeck
Former band director (and Steve's mentor) Ken Snoeck joins the podcast this week to discuss how his tenacity led him to excellence in his craft.
2023-08-29
50 min
Chops
I'll Do It
Servant leadership takes the spotlight in this week's episode. Jack and Steve engage in topics like college move-in and shopping carts as they dissect the concept of "I'll Do It."
2023-08-22
1h 00
Chops
Geeking Out
Students feed off of the energy and excitement coming from their teacher. Steve and Jack discuss the importance of geeking out in front of their kids and displaying a true love of their content.
2023-08-15
59 min
Chops
Weeding
Summer is in full blast and lawns are frequently groomed. Jack and Steve relate their yard care process to the classroom and discuss how they cultivate the flowers, mow the grass, and minimize the weeds.
2023-08-08
55 min
Chops
Effort with Scott Spradling
Scott Spradling, Director of Music at Concord Community Schools, joins Chops this week for a conversation on how he instills effort in his students through humor and authenticity.
2023-08-01
48 min
Chops
Scaffolding
The educational buzzword “scaffolding” means to break down a difficult task into smaller, more manageable pieces. Jack and Steve take the listeners through their thoughts on scaffolding, why it is necessary in the classroom, and how they use it in their lessons.
2023-07-25
56 min
Chops
Inside-Out Teaching
Your podcast hosts are back at school for the summer working with the marching band. They discuss implementing “inside-out teaching” where students are driven by intrinsic motivators rather than instructions and demands from the adult in the room.
2023-07-18
57 min
Chops
Goals for the Beginning of the School Year
After sharing their experiences from their time off in June, Steve and Jack discuss their goals for their classes as they near the beginning of the marching band season.
2023-07-11
57 min
Chops
End of Year Wrap-Up
Jack and Steve wrap up their years at the school. Hot topics like programming, classroom culture, and student relationships are on the table as they discuss three things: what to keep from this year, what to change for next year, and the importance of stillness.
2023-07-04
47 min
Chops
Intro and the Teaching Trifecta
Steve Peterson and Jack Hinkle introduce themselves and the show "Chops," a podcast about teaching kids. While they both teach band, they find that their topics relate to all types of educators. In this episode, they explore the concept of the Teaching Trifecta - knowing (and loving) teaching, your content, and your students.
2023-06-27
1h 16
Up On Deck
Who's Getting the Call?
Jack and Jeffrey talk prospects who made their respective opening day rosters, and some who didn't quite make the cut. There's a special list for both of them. Forgotten on the Farm makes its return, and the guys go over Triple-A Opening Day rosters, as well as break down the matchups that cold happen across opening day.
2023-04-04
56 min
Up On Deck
New Rules feat Jack Bartlett
Jack's first episode in the producer's chair! Jack and Jeffrey talk new rules in spring training along with players that are going OFF in the World Baseball Classic. That and so much more on this week's episode of Up On Deck!
2023-04-04
54 min
Up On Deck
The Minor League Experience feat. Jack Aldrich
The guys talk to Minor League Baseball player and fellow podcast host Jack Aldrich about his experience in the minors, along with some of his hobbies and how he came to starting a podcast. They also rapid fire the next 10 top 100 prospects.
2023-03-31
59 min
Bluejays at The B.
Hinkle Curse No More - A House of Whores
2023-01-18
34 min
Beer on the Run Podcast
Chad Hinkle
This week Chad Hinkle joins Clint and Jack to chat about Music, China Peak, Santa Maria Valley Open Spaces, Orcutt Trails Run, meeting Luis Escobar, the early days of DBR, Central Coast music scene, trail advocacy, rock climbing and beer. You can find Chad on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mister.chad/ and you can find the Orcutt Trails races at https://www.active.com/santa-maria-ca/running/distance-running-races/orcutt-trails-2022 Episode thumbnail photo credit: Michelle Evans Help support our show on Patreon. Get a shout-out and get some bonus content: https://www.patreon.c...
2022-09-27
2h 03
Bluejays at The B.
Loss at Butler
Woes at Hinkle continue. Jays struggle vs Butler. Pink out coming up next vs Xavier.
2022-01-27
28 min
The Trombone Show
Jen Hinkle | New York City's Bass Trombone Superstar | #LGBTQ
From losing and getting back her ability to hear low frequencies, to losing her ability to pursue a doctoral degree in a heartbeat, to then becoming one of the most sought after commercial bass trombonists in New York City, Jennifer Hinkle has seen it all. In my revelational interview with Jen, she outlined a plethora of advise when it comes to surviving in the music industry including the power of taking lessons past your collegiate years. There is so much to be said about everything she brings to the table when it comes to helping others. As a...
2021-07-01
1h 45
Bluejays at The B.
Saturdays in Hinkle
We lose in OT to Butler. Recapping and looking forward to Providence.
2021-01-17
27 min