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Bobby BanterJodee Almost Got Scammed + Amy's Outburst and Relating to Having Big Feelings + Morgan #2 Soft (or Hard) Launch + Our Tragic Yet Funny Dating Stories00:00Intro03:32Morgan's Bit: Famous Neighbor06:30Jodee's Bit: Scam Alert!!!10:58Amy's Outburst + Our Different Takes14:40Perimenopause or Too Much Therapy?19:13Our Own Big Emotions In Motherhood20:44Morgan #2's Soft Launch23:26Mo + Jo: Crazy Past Dating Stories23:46Jo: Sloppy Ex Got Her Out Of Dallas27:29Mo: Sloppy Ex Inspired A New Friendship30:53Morgan #2 Cheating Story31:39Reading ReviewsClick the time stamp above to jump straight...2025-04-2933 minBobby BanterHow Jodee Accidentally got a Video of Bobby, Celebs Not Taking Photos with Fans, Bobby's Italian Basketball Team, Amy's Podcast Rebrand, Is "Friends for so Long" just an Excuse to be Mean?, + Microgratitudes00:00 Morgan's New Best Friend + Home Renovation Adventures06:05 Texting Horror Stories11:19 Find Out How Jodee Accidentally Got a Video of Bobby13:21 Thoughts on Celebs Not Taking Photos in Public16:03 Social Media and the Role in Plays in the BBS Lives + Celebrity Culture20:26 Bobby's Casual Drop that He's Buying an Italian Basketball Team22:13 Rich People Buying Things and How You'll Know if We Win the Lottery24:06 Would You Have a Robot in Your Home?26:04 Amy's Podcast Rebranding Announcement29:46 Friends for so long... Is it an excuse to be mean?32:20 Microgratitudes: Finding...2025-04-0835 min
Teacher ShiftThe Teacher Shift We Did NOT Expect... And What it Means Going ForwardWhen do you know it’s time to start your next chapter? Today, you’ll hear how Ali and JoDee knew it was the right time to make their own shift.In this episode, Ali and JoDee sit down to share some big news about Teacher Shift! They share their experiences leading up to their big decision, why this specific shift needed to happen, and what they’ll be doing going forward. Ali and JoDee would like to give a special shout out to all of...2025-01-0128 minTeacher ShiftIdentity, Money, Resumes and Safety: Lessons From 100 Teacher Transition StoriesTeacher Shift has officially hit 100 episodes!!! In this episode, Ali and JoDee sit down and reflect on the top episodes of the podcast along with key takeaways you can use during your transition. You’ll hear how the top episodes relate to teacher identity, salary and benefits, resume building and school safety. Ali and JoDee will also discuss the power of networking, work life balance, job flexibility and so much more on this 100th episode!Episodes mentioned:Who Am I if I’m Not a Teach...2024-11-1333 min
Circle Up & Get REAL PodcastGetting REAL About Applying Conscious Leadership With JodeeCall me crazy. Call me soft. Call me touchy-feely. Call me toxically positive. It's OK. I've been called all of those before. For me, leadership is (almost) all about character. The policies and the mission and the purpose for the organization is very separate (TO ME) from the character of the leadership. It's the distinction between what your organization DOES and who its leaders are BEING when they are doing the doing. To me, that's what it means to be CONSCIOUS (open, curious, committed to learning) as opposed to UNCONSCIOUS (closed, defensive, committed to being right). It's...2024-07-0826 minTeacher ShiftHandling Job Rejection and Employer Ghosting With Ali Simon and JoDee ScissorsIs the fear of rejection holding you back from making a shift or applying for jobs that excite you? Today, Ali and JoDee are tackling the difficult topic of rejection. Together, they’ll discuss their own experiences with rejection, why having a support system is crucial for moving past the rejection, and how to handle it when making career shifts. Screen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyConnect with Ali and JoDee:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teac...2024-06-2630 minTeacher ShiftGiving Notice and Sticking to Your Non-Negotiables With Courtney FearingExperiencing transitions can cause an array of emotions, but what happens when you experience multiple transitions at once? This week our guest gives us insight into making several life transitions at the same time, including a shift outside of the classroom!Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Courtney Fearing. Courtney is a former teacher who currently works as a Customer Success Manager at Skilljar. Together, they’ll discuss the risks associated with leaving teaching, the importance of figuring out your non-negotiables, and the challenges of exiting teaching....2024-05-2934 minTeacher ShiftHow to Be Actionable and Move Forward With Your Exit With Kelsie MarksAre fear and doubt holding you back from making a pivot in your career? Today’s guest shares how shift services can be the jump start you need as you move into a new career.This week Ali and JoDee sit down with returning guest, Kelsie Marks. Kelsie is a former preschool teacher and school counselor who now works for Education Exit, one of the fastest growing teacher career transition firms in the industry. Together, they’ll discuss why the lack of action is still action and how to move forward from that, how Educated Exit helps teac...2024-05-1525 minTeacher ShiftElevator Pitch Tips, Resume Optimization, and Upskilling for Your First or Next Shift With Ali Simon and JoDee ScissorsYou’ve made the big career shift. Now what do you do? Are you done shifting or are there more pivots in your future? Today, we’re talking about just that!In this episode, Ali and JoDee sit down to talk about Ali’s latest career pivot. They pull back the curtain on crafting a winning resume, the value of professional advice, and the undeniably transformative experience of each job interview.You’ll hear more about:Ali’s favorite...2024-05-0141 minTeacher ShiftLeaving a Niche Field for Health and Happiness With Braegan PadleyMental health is one of the biggest challenges teachers face. They struggle with feeling stuck in a niche field while also battling bad habits that have crept into their lives. Our guest today shares how she not only made the bold move out of a niche field, but also prioritized her well-being physically, mentally and emotionally. In this episode, Ali and JoDee sit down with Braegan Padley, an attorney turned fitness professional and owner of the micro bakery, Baked By Braegs. Together, we will discuss the career dissatisfaction that can occur and choosing mental health and personal...2024-04-1727 minTeacher ShiftAfter Decades of Teaching, You Can Still Seize New Career Opportunities With Steve MartinezHave you ever had an opportunity present itself, even when you weren’t looking for it? That’s what happened to our guest today! He shares his story of making a career shift when he wasn’t even looking for one. Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Steve Martinez, a former educator of 18 years and current Teacher Success Champion at Kami. Together, they’ll discuss seizing opportunities when they are the right fit, why knowing who you are at the core is key for success, and what Steve’s job looks like on a day to day basis. ...2024-04-0329 minTeacher ShiftPro Shift Tips From a Former Teacher and Coach With Michael CappoWorried if you shift out of teaching that you might fail? Today’s guest did exactly that. He shifted out of teaching, failed and ultimately ended up coming out on top!In this episode, Ali and JoDee are joined by Michael Cappo. Michael is a former teacher and coach of 13 years who now runs his own small business. Together, they’ll discuss his pivot away from education, how he failed when he left and how he eventually came out on top.You’ll hear more about:Michael’s aha moment that led to his shiftThe...2024-03-2033 minTeacher ShiftMaking a Transition From the Classroom With a Teacher Friend With Hillary Gale and Kristin MacIntyreTeachers possess skills that go far beyond the classroom, however they can struggle making the transition into another career utilizing these skills. Today, you’ll hear the story of two former teachers who have transitioned away from education and into the freelance world, one making 3 times her teacher salary!Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with former teachers and current copywriters, Hillary Gale and Kristin MacIntyre. Together, they’ll discuss the emotions they felt leaving teaching, making the pivot into copywriting, and why passions and strengths are key when pivoting careers.Conn...2024-03-0626 minTeacher ShiftBye, Bye Burnout! How one AI Tool is Freeing Up Teacher Time With Thomas ThompsonAre things like lesson planning eating up all your time? Do you want to get your time back? Today’s guest, Thomas Thompson may just have what you’re looking for!Thomas Thompson is an educator of five years and is the co-founder of Eduaide.Ai, a fully integrated platform for instructional planning and design. He sits down with Ali and JoDee to discuss what Eduaide.Ai is, how it can assist teachers in their lesson planning, and the future of AI in education. Connect with Thomas:Eduaide.aiFacebookI...2024-02-2134 minTeacher ShiftHow a Side Gig Turned This Teacher Into an Accidental Business Owner With Abigail RellerTeachers are known to supplement their teacher salaries typically through things like tutoring and summer school. But in today's episode, you’ll hear about how one teacher became an accidental entrepreneur when an investor gave her $100!Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by Abigail Reller, a former teacher who now, along with her husband, Aaron, own Abigail Reller Art. Together, these three former teachers discuss what led to Abigail pivoting into running her own art studio, the struggle with finding the work life balance as an educator, and the power in building a strong network wi...2024-02-0729 minTeacher ShiftHere’s an Easy Way to Apply for Jobs With Drew McManusToday, Ali and JoDee are joined by Drew McManus, CEO of Upstage and the creator of Arts Admin Jobs, an online job board. Together, they’ll discuss what lead Drew to creating Arts Admin Jobs, what sets it apart from other jobs boards, and his best resume tips for job seekers. Connect with Drew:Arts Admin Jobs Website: https://artsadminjobs.com/Upstage Website: https://upstagecrm.io/Venture Industries Online Website: https://ventureindustriesonline.com/Screen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a d...2024-01-2427 minTeacher ShiftI Thought Teaching Was My Life’s MissionHave you ever said that teaching was your life’s mission? Or it’s what you’re called to do in life? If this is something you’ve said to yourself, then stick around because this episode is for you!Today, Ali and JoDee are tackling the topic of if teaching is your life’s mission! Together, they’ll share their thoughts on the types of individuals who go into teaching and why, why a part of you will always be a teacher even if you are no longer in the classroom, and if teaching really is a lifelong m...2024-01-1027 minTeacher ShiftGoodbye Chronic Anxiety & Stress, Hello Recharged Teacher With Annamarie Fernya and Julie BraumbergerThis week, Ali and JoDee are joined by Annamarie Fernyak, the founder and CEO of Mind Body Align, and Julie Braumberger, former educator and director of Mind Body Align At School. Together, they will discuss the benefits of practicing mindfulness in education both as the student and teacher, tailoring their program to school culture, and the importance and impact of hiring teachers into companies like Mind Body Align. Connect with Annamarie and Julie:Website: https://mindbodyalign.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MBAlignLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/m...2023-12-1325 minTeacher ShiftPicking Your Workplace Arrangement: On-Site, Remote, or HybridOn-site. Remote. Hybrid. What do they all mean? Today, Ali and JoDee are talking about these 3 types of work arrangements and how they differ from one another. Together, they’ll discuss what type of arrangement might be right for you coming out of teaching, the positives and negatives of each role, and how all can potentially lead to more flexibility in your life. Screen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyConnect with Ali and JoDee:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...2023-12-0629 minTeacher ShiftPlanting Your Skills in Higher Education With Wendi IacobelloToday, Ali and JoDee are joined by Wendi Iacobello, an educator with over a decade of professional experience in North Carolina’s public education sector who now works in instructional design. Together, they will discuss teacher guilt when making a career transition, the impact of instructional design on education, and how a teacher can still make an impact even if it’s not directly with young students. Connect with Wendi:Wendi’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strength4spouses/Wendi’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendihuskinsiacobello/2023-11-2924 minTeacher ShiftHere's Why Teaching Is a Great First CareerAli always says that teaching is a great first career. But what does she mean by this? Today, Ali and JoDee unpack why teaching is a great first career, the benefits of beginning there, the skills that will last you lifetime, and you’ll even hear what led Ali to get into teaching! Screen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyConnect with Ali and JoDee:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershiftFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershiftT...2023-11-1532 minTeacher ShiftLanding Your Next Job With Help From a Recruiter With Jennifer JeansonneToday, Ali and JoDee sit down with Jennifer Jeansonne, a former educator who is now an independent recruiter, operating JAJ Recruiting Consulting. Together, they’ll discuss how teachers can utilize a recruiter to find a new career, tips for optimizing your LinkedIn profile, and why networking on LinkedIn can be such a powerful tool for your career.Connect with Jennifer:Website: www.jajconsults.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferjeansonne/Email: Jennifer@jajconsults.comScreen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in...2023-11-0831 minTeacher ShiftHow the Tech Savvy Teacher Can Pursue a Passion With Alfonso MendozaThis week on the podcast, Ali and JoDee are joined by Alfonso Mendoza, an Instructional Technologist with more than 17 years of experience in education. Together, they’ll discuss how becoming an early adopter of technology in the classroom can benefit both the teacher and the students, the importance of self advocacy and sharing achievements, and taking risks in education with technology. Connect with Fonz:Website: https://www.myedtech.life/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myedtechlife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyEdTechLife/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MyEdTechLifeScreen DeepA p...2023-11-0132 minTeacher ShiftEducator Voice & Expertise is Vital in Curriculum Design With Rupa MehtaToday, Ali and JoDee are joined by Rupa Mehta, a fitness entrepreneur and founder of the NaliniKIDS, a nonprofit organization that focuses on creating PreK-12 programs that pair physical movement with emotional reflection. Together, they’ll discuss the importance of involving educators in educational product development, along with integrating exercise, movement and mindfulness into the education system for both students and teachers.Connect with Rupa:Website: https://nalinikids.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nalinikids/Screen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital wo...2023-10-2525 minTeacher ShiftPowerful Skills That Make You a Standout Applicant From HR Expert Madeline BeckThis week, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Madeline Beck, a former educator who now works in Human Resources. Together, they’ll discuss the power in hiring teachers for non-teaching roles, why teachers should be active on LinkedIn, and the importance of tailoring your resume to fit the career you want. Connect with Madeline:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madelinemariebeck/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madelinembeck/Screen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.Listen on: Apple Pod...2023-10-1824 minTeacher ShiftWhy Teachers Are Resigning & Getting Jobs That Love Them Back With Robyn BarberryWhy are teachers leaving the classroom? This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Robyn Barberry, a former teacher and author in progress to answer this question. Together, they discuss the mental health struggles that led Robyn to leave teaching, some of the main issues teachers are facing today like pay, and the unrealistic expectations that are being placed upon teachers.If you would like to be included in Robyn’s survey, please click to link to fill out the survey: https://shorturl.at/kmyX2Screen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in...2023-10-1131 minTeacher ShiftConquer Your Doubts During a Career Change With Stephanie SimpsonToday, Ali and JoDee are joined by former teacher turned coach and facilitator, Stephanie Simpson. Together, they will discuss the main difference between coaching and therapy, the importance of confidence in moving forward, and different ways people and schools can support teachers. Connect with StephanieWebsite: http://www.stephanie-simpson.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniesimpsoncoaching/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephanieSimpsonCoaching/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniesimpsoncoaching/Screen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.L...2023-10-0429 minTeacher ShiftWhat You Should Know About a Day in the Life of a TEACHER With Adam GackaToday, Ali and JoDee are joined by Adam Gacka, a seasoned filmmaker who’s latest documentary, Teacher, is out now. Together, they will discuss what led Adam to make the film, capturing the essence of a teacher throughout the film, the unique differences teachers have, and why non-teachers should see it too.Connect with Adam:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacherdocumentary/Website: https://www.teacherdocumentary.com/Watch Teacher, the documentary, here: https://www.amazon.com/Teacher-Nkanga-Nsa/dp/B0CBJM7KH6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=MW51KETUCN2E&keywords=teacher%2C+do...2023-09-2725 minTeacher ShiftWhat Teachers Need to Live Well With Nicola FleischerToday, Ali and JoDee talk with Nicola Fleischer, the Co-founder and Executive Director of EdWell, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting educator wellbeing and career satisfaction. Together, they will discuss what makes EdWell unique, strategies for burnout, and ways to set up teachers for success. Connect with Nicola:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edwellcoaching/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/edwellcoachingWebsite: www.edwell.orgScreen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyConnect with Ali an...2023-09-2027 minTeacher ShiftExiting With a Plan After 14 Years With Aaron RellerOn this week’s episode, Ali and JoDee sit down with Aaron Reller, a former teacher who now, along with his wife, runs their family owned art studio, Abigail Reller Art. Together, they will discuss what held Aaron back from leaving teaching, creating an exit plan from teaching, and taking the leap into entrepreneurship. Want to learn more about Abigail Reller Art?Website: https://www.abigailrellerart.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abigailrellerartScreen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in...2023-09-1326 minTeacher ShiftWhy It's Time to Hire a Career Coach With Amanda MinchellaToday, Ali and JoDee sit down with Amanda Minchella, a former teacher who’s now a career coach guiding others through the job search process. Together, they will discuss what a career coach can do for you, the importance of the elevator pitch, and how to improve and prepare for the interview process.Links Mentioned:Amy Cuddy’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks-_Mh1QhMcConnect with Amanda:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/butterbellebakery/https://www.instagram.com...2023-09-0632 minTeacher ShiftBlogging Into a New Career After the Classroom With Joanna Guldin-NollThis week Ali and JoDee are joined by Joanna Guldin-Noll, the writer behind one of the largest military lifestyle blogs, Jo, My Gosh! Together, they will discuss some of the struggles of teaching as a military spouse, what Joanna’s transition from the classroom into content creation looked like, and if she’s ever considered going back to the classroom.Connect with Joanna:Website: https://jomygosh.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jomygosh1/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoMyGosh/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/jomygosh1/2023-08-3028 minTeacher ShiftHow to Regain Autonomy and Keep Teaching With Shiren RattiganToday, Ali and JoDee sit down with Shiren Rattigan, the owner and lead educational curator at Colossal Academy. Together, they’ll discuss how you can keep your teacher hat while maintaining autonomy, what Colossal Academy is, the teacher’s role in micro schools and balancing risk taking with reward. Connect with Shiren:Website: https://www.colossal-academy.com/our-teamInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/colossalcommunity/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColossalCommunityScreen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and be...2023-08-2327 minTeacher ShiftEmotional Validation When Making a ShiftWe’re so excited to be back! We’ve got brand new episodes and a brand new name to go with them. Today, Ali and JoDee dive into the meaning behind Teacher Shift, the importance of emotional validation when making a shift, and how to navigate the different emotions that can occur during these shifts.Screen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyConnect with Ali and JoDee:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershiftFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/teach...2023-08-1624 minTeacher ShiftA Reflection on Teaching in the Age of School Shootings and ViolenceGet ready for a powerful and impactful episode! This week, Ali and JoDee are talking about the sensitive subjects of school shootings and violence in schools. Together, they will discuss how they’ve been impacted by these issues, the importance of including teachers in school safety, noticing warning signs and how to report them. Interested in donating, volunteering, taking action or spreading the word? Head here to learn more: https://www.sandyhookpromise.org/take-action/get-involved/Screen DeepA podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.Listen on: Apple Podc...2023-06-0724 min