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Fridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 21: Running on EmptyIn this episode, Shawn shares about shop teacher burnout, fading enthusiasm, and why Fridays in Flannel has been MIA since fall 2020.
Intro and ending music is from "King Porter Stomp" by Joel Cummins on YouTube Studio.
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2021-04-2117 minFridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 20: The Joys of Hybrid TeachingMany shop teachers all over the globe are finding themselves teaching in ways they've never imagined. Some are trying to teach a hands-on class in an online-only format. Others are back to business as usual (behind a mask, of course). Many, however find themselves in the the vast gray space in between known as "hybrid learning." In this episode, Shawn shares his experiences so far with hybrid. What's going great? (hint: a lot) What's not going so great and how can we fix that? Also, does hybrid education have viability beyond a world that revolves around COVID?
If you are inte...
2020-10-0800 min
Fridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 19: The Lift GarageIn this episode, Shawn talks with Cathy Heying, owner of The Lift Garage in Minneapolis about her efforts to serve the transportation needs of the less fortunate in her community.
Check out and support their work at theliftgarage.org or on Instagram at The Lift Garage.
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2020-09-0123 minFridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 18: Here We Go...Shawn offers a preview of his fall semester and how he plans to adapt to teaching virtually for an indefinite amount of time. He also makes some predictions about this school year and the lasting effect of the current state of teaching.
If you are interested in being a guest on Fridays in Flannel, reach out to Shawn on Instagram (@fridaysinflannel) or by email (fridaysinflannelpodcast@gmail.com).
Also, if you are interested in some shop class inspired shirts, mugs, stickers, and banners, check out the Fridays in Flannel Store on Teespring. Use...
2020-08-2027 minFridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 17: Gamifying Shop ClassIn this episode, Shawn reviews The Multiplayer Classroom by Lee Sheldon and discusses its possible applications to the shop class world.
https://www.amazon.com/Multiplayer-Classroom-Designing-Coursework-Game/dp/1435458443
If you are interested in joining an episode of Fridays in Flannel, contact Shawn on Instagram (@fridaysinflannel) or by email (fridaysinflannelpodcast@gmail.com).
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2020-08-0446 min
Fridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 16: Shop Class News (July 9, 2020)In this new episode format, Shawn will be reviewing some shop class related events that have been in the news lately.
News Links:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2020/07/02/teen-woodworking-charity-shutdown/
https://www.post-gazette.com/opinion/editorials/2020/06/30/Trade-career-school-education-classroom/stories/202006160038
https://www.baldwin-bulletin.com/news/teacher-shortages-addressed-at-career-and-technical-education-summit/article_0ac38ede-bd5c-11ea-8a61-dbfcef1f14e0.html
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/mike-rowe-dirty-jobs-reboot
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If you would like to be on an episode of Fridays in Flannel, contact Shawn via Instagram @fridaysinflannel or by email fridaysinflannelpodcast@gmail.com
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2020-07-0925 minFridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 15: Building Behind Bars w/ Matt BlomquistIn this episode, Matt Blomquist returns as a guest on the show to discuss his experience teaching a shop class for inmates at a prison.
If you are interested in joining Shawn for an episode, contact him via Instagram or at fridaysinflannelpodcast@gmail.com.
To support Fridays in Flannel and help champion the importance of shop class, check out the shop class merchandise at https://teespring.com/stores/fridays-in-flannel-store
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2020-07-011h 06Fridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 14: Transitioning from the Shop Class to the JobsiteShawn catches up with an alumni of his program that has been working in carpentry since graduating high school in 2019. The two discuss how high school prepared him for a career in the building trades and some things he was unprepared for once he laced up his workboots.
If you are interested in joining Shawn for an episode of Fridays in Flannel, contact him on Instagram (@fridaysinflannel) or by email (fridaysinflannelpodcast@gmail.com)
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2020-06-1620 minFridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 13: Show and Tell: My Shop Class ProgramOkay, so it's a podcast and it's only telling, now showing. In this podcast, Shawn shares the changes made in his shop class program over the years, the reasoning behind it, and some of the mistakes that we made.
If you would like to be a guest on Fridays in Flannel, contact Shawn on Instagram (@fridaysinflannel) or by email (fridaysinflannelpodcast@gmail.com)
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2020-06-0337 minFridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 12: Quaranteaching Reflection with Tim ZavackiIn this episode, Shawn and fellow shop teacher Tim Zavacki (@zavacki_tech_ed) discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of teaching from home in 2020 and look forward at the possibility of remote teaching in the future. The importance of social media for shop teachers is also discussed.
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2020-05-291h 17Fridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 11: Building Homes with High Schoolers Part 2This is a continuation of the interview with Matt Blomquist in Episode 10. Shawn and Matt continue to discuss high school home construction courses among other things. If you haven't done so already, check out Episode 10 of Fridays in Flannel and the season 2 finale of the Shop Class Podcast for more info. Also, check out Matt on Instagram (@build_learn_teach).
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2020-05-2257 minFridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 10: Building Homes with High Schoolers Part 1This episode is part 1 of 2 of an interview that Shawn did with Matt Blomquist (@build_learn_teach). They discuss Matt's house building program where high school students get hands-on experience on an actual residential construction site. As usually happens, we get sidetracked along the way. This interview is continued in episode 11. Also, check out Matt's interview on the season 2 finale of the Shop Class Podcast.
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2020-05-191h 03Fridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 9: Supporting Shop TeachersIn this episode, Shawn talks with first year shop teacher Emma Schroeder. They discuss the things that shareholders in the shop class experience need to do to support the success of shop class and the opportunities and pitfalls of social media for shop teachers.
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2020-05-141h 46Fridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 8: Middle (School) Shop of HorrorsI this episode, Shawn discusses the world of middle school shop with middle school shop teacher Chris Wrona. As terrifying as the world of middle school can seem for a shop teacher, it is also a great opportunity. Chris and Shawn discuss everything from middle school goals and curriculum to how to teach students who can barely see above the table saw. As always, Shawn also provides his random recommendation of the week.
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2020-05-061h 14Fridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 7: The Woodshop DraftIn this episode of Fridays in Flannel, Shawn is joined by Kevin Wit for the inaugural Woodshop Draft. The two of them take turns selecting tools to equip a woodshop classroom. They analyze their picks and have to get a little creative when the equipment they want gets drafted before they can snag it. As always, this episode also features Shawn's Random Recommendation.
Follow the Podcast on Instagram at fridaysinflannel and if you are interested in joining Shawn for an episode, send him a DM on Instagram or email fridaysinflannelpodcast@gmail.com
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2020-04-251h 16Fridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 6: Quaranteaching Check-InIn this episode, Shawn shares the good, the bad, and the ugly of teaching shop class during quarantine in 2020. He also shares some of his goals as he looks at completing the school year while remote learning and his random recommendation for this episode.
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2020-04-1735 minFridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 5: Student InterviewIn this episode, Shawn interviews Mark, one of his senior students. The two discuss Mark's aspirations for a career in plumbing, what life is like for a student during a pandemic, and what a student is looking for when they walk through our shop doors. As always, Shawn includes his random recommendation for the episode.
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2020-04-1022 minFridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 4: Hands-on vs TheoryShawn discussed the delicate balance between hands-on and theoretical instruction for shop class. He is joined by Dave Almanzan (dhsautotech on Instagram), a shop teacher from Houston, Texas. Also included is discussion about online learning and Shawn's random recommendation.
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2020-04-041h 00Fridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 3: What is Your Why?In this episode, Shawn asked the question "What is your why?" and discusses the motivations behind his shop class program and the passion he pours into it. As always, Shawn also includes a random recommendation you can take to heart or ignore.
If you would like to participate in an episode of Fridays in Flannel, contact the podcast on Instagram or by sending an email to FridaysinFlannelPodcast@gmail.com
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2020-03-2621 minFridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 2: Teaching Shop Class While Social DistancingWe shop teachers find ourselves in a frenzy trying to figure out how to teach hands-on, technology-heavy courses in a remote and online format. I share 10 (actually 11) ideas for how to instruct students from the comfort of your own home as well as some general tips to keep in mind. Also included is the Random Recommendation of this episode. I recommend you check out the Crying in My Car Podcast for a good laugh and a break from the crazy world we live in.
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2020-03-1734 minFridays in Flannel: A Shop Teacher's OdysseyEpisode 1: What is Fridays in Flannel?This is the welcome episode of Fridays in Flannel. In this episode I discuss the goals of the podcast and the story behind its somewhat cryptic name. I also include my inaugural Random Recommendation where I encourage you to check out the Shop Class Podcast.
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2020-03-1714 min
DJ PHILSON BLENDASTYLE AND SWAGGA MIX 2009This is the first mix Philson Blenda mixed for Wildshot Sound.
The Introduction and the interludes are done by Germany's #1 Dancehall artist Ronny TRETTMANN.
Tracklist:
01. Ronny Trettmann - Applaus (WSS Special)
02. Vybz Kartel - Can‘t Get Ova Me
03. Shawn Storm - O Oh
04. Beniton The Menace - Star Is Born
05. Ranking Smo - Dancehall Queen
06. Alaine & Chino - Me & You
07. Vybz Kartel - Mi Lovin It
08. Nymron - Constantly
09. T.O.K - Gal Liad
10. Da Professor - The W.E.E.D
11. Aidonia & Tarrus Riley - Low Di Trees
12. Vybz Kartel - Go Go Club
13. Demarco - A Nu...
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