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Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 168: Crystal Frommert Loves Calling ParentsCrystal Frommert teaches math at an international school in Texas. She joins us to chat about her cross-cultural experience in that space, plus how she works within that context to build a positive and productive classroom experience. Crystal talks about how solutions to issues are rarely a binary thing, but are more often in the gray area. We also discuss ungrading, and her book When Calling Parents isn't Your Calling. Follow Crystal on Twitter and check out her book!   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or su...
2023-04-0350 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 167 - At Home with Elle ColeElle Cole is a multi-hyphenate educator who joins us to talk about her seven years of homeschooling her two children. She tells us about the advantages - like student choice and motivation - and some disadvantages, like what to do when you've had a tough day with your students. Elle is also an advocate for Sickle Cell Disease, which affects one of her children. So yeah - we talk about that, too. Follow Elle on Twitter Listen to her podcast, Cleverly Changing ...or her other podcast, Vitamin SC3 Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on...
2023-03-2745 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 166: Oh Look! It’s Allyson ApseyThis week's guest just happens to be Allyson Apsey, and she joins us to chat about serendipity. And it's not just a coincidence, either. She's been thinking about this mindset and exploring it for quite some time as an administrator and now highly-in-demand consultant. In addition to chewing on the benefits of being open to new opportunities, we also chat about what it means to be a whole teacher, both within and beyond the profession. Follow Allyson on Twitter Check out her website, allysonapsey.com Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unp...
2023-03-2250 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 165: Jay Wamsted is a Trusty GuyThis week, Mealey and guest-host Tudisco chat with Jay Wamstead about...well, lots of stuff. Jay is a middle school teacher who puts a special emphasis on building trust with students. But that doesn't stop the conversation from veering into testing, grading, racial inequality, and, of course, which muppet is the best. Follow Jay on Twitter and visit his blog!   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!! Unprofessional Development is brought to you b...
2023-03-1347 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 164: Pauline Shanks is a Midwife to EthicsPauline Shanks Kaurin is a midwife of sorts: she delivers critical thinking skills about ethics to her students every day. Not only that, but she does it in a military context. This episode, Mealey and Tudisco dig in to the ethics of war, education, interpersonal workplace conflict and lots more. You can follow Pauline on Twitter here. Or check out her blog right here!   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!! Unprofes...
2023-03-081h 48Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 163: Jacob Johnson, UngraderThis time out, Mealey and guest co-host Brad Shreffler chat with Jacob Johnson about ungrading. And while the mechanics of ungrading form part of the discussion, they also chat about how to prepare students, colleagues and admin for the sea change that ungrading represents. Follow Jacob on Twitter: @gradeslayer Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!! Unprofessional Development is brought to you by: Park Power Edmonton Public School Board's Open House!
2023-02-2747 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 162 - Burning Questions with The Math ClubThis week, we're joined by Pete & Noah of The Math Club podcast. And yeah - we talk about math. But we also take turns asking one burning question of each other: from spicy foods to tying up students to chair, we really cover it all this time out. Follow The Math Club podcast on Twitter and find their podcast right here.Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!! Unprofessional Development is brought...
2023-02-2251 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 161: Brad Shreffler Can Escape a CrocodileThis week, we're joined by former teacher - now administrator - Brad Shreffler. He talks with us about making the transition from one role to the other, the role of anxiety medication, his north star as an educator, and how he strives to streamline processes for teachers. Turns out Brad is also really into spreadsheets, and you can get a bunch of cool tips and tricks from him right here: bradshreffler.com   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Develop...
2023-02-141h 05Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 160: Nick Fuhrman Teaches with AnimalsDipping once more into the Ed Podcast archive, this week, Shane talks with Nick Fuhrman about his adventures in teaching using animals as educational assistants. Nick also talks about his course, where he teaches students to do the same. Watch Nick's TED Talk right here.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!! Unprofessional Development is brought to you by: Park Power The Alberta Podcast Network (featuring The Read-Along!)
2023-02-0639 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 159: ChatGPT Did Not Write this EpisodeIn a guest-less episode, Shane and Mealey tackle the latest tech on the block - namely ChatGPT. We sample it's scriptwriting skills, discuss the implications of this new tool, and even use it to get a few project ideas across various subjects. You can chat with ChatGPT right here Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!! Unprofessional Development is brought to you by: Telus Storyhive The Alberta Podcast Network (featuring The Read-Along
2023-01-3148 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 158: A Cup of Tea with Dr. Poppy GibsonDr. Poppy Gibson joins us to talk help us understand some of the particularities of education in the UK. Plus, we go deep on our discussion of mental health, grief and loss, and giving educators a voice. Follow Dr. Poppy on Twitter at @poppygibsonukCheck out her blog at inspiredideas.uk Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!! Unprofessional Development is brought to you by: Taproot Spotlight The Alberta Podcast Network (featuring The Rea...
2023-01-1649 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 157: Donnie Piercey Doesn’t Consume...He Creates!Donnie Piercey is the 2021 Kentucky teacher of the year and he joins us to talk about that experience, plus his fun approach in the classroom. At the centre of his practice is teaching kids to create, rather than to consume. We also practice how to say "fermented shark" with an Icelandic accent. It does not go well. Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!! Unprofessional Development is brought to you by: Park Po...
2023-01-1045 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 156: Let’s Do Nothing with Constance Kassor!In a world of increasing distraction, Eastern Religion professor Connie Kassor decided to try something radical: teach a class about nothing. Just...nothing. We talk about the huge impact that had which - unexpectedly - went far beyond her school. We also discuss rising mental health issues, which are increasingly linked to the use of social media and personal devices, plus the myth that we need to be productive all the time. Check out the viral story from FOX News here. Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funn...
2023-01-0346 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 155: Gholdy Muhammad is a Joyful GeniusThis week, we're releasing a never-before-heard conversation from Shane's days as the host of Ed. In this conversation, Gholdy and Shane talk about Gholdy's experience in education as a student and how important representation is for young people. They also discuss the importance of constructing healthy narratives, both in the present and from a historical viewpoint as well. Finally, Gholdy shares her thoughts on love, joy, and beauty and why all these things need to be central to the education experience.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a fun...
2022-12-2733 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 154: Two Liars and a TeacherThis episode, Shane is presented with two liars who say they're teachers, and one who is the real deal. After asking five questions of each, he must choose the one who actually works in the classroom. Play along and place your bets!   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!! Unprofessional Development is brought to you by: Alberta Blue Cross The Edmonton Community Foundation
2022-12-1947 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 153: Mia Young, Coach on CallUnprofessional Development is brought to you by: Park Power Alberta Blue Cross
2022-12-1247 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 152: Unprofessional EngineeringThis episode of Unprofessional Development is brought to you by: Alberta Blue CrossConnect First Credit Union
2022-12-0539 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 151: Just Us, Together, SimultaneouslyThis episode of Unprofessional Development is brought to you by: PodPower and the Edmonton Community Foundation: Check out Overdue Finds from the Edmonton Public Library Alberta Blue Cross
2022-11-2847 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 150: Brian Moote Changes His First DiaperUnprofessional Development is brought to you by: The Alberta Blue CrossThe Edmonton Community Foundation
2022-11-2150 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 149: Bryan Zevotek - Burning Out
2022-11-141h 00Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 148: Deanna Rice - Twitter Fight!
2022-11-0758 minTo The Point Podcast
To The Point PodcastEp 63 Dane The Unpro Pro SherrattDane Sherratt is a husband, father, local Rugby legend and the host of the Unpro Pro podcast.Dane grew up in a small country town outside of Cape Town in South Africa with his family, where he attended an only boys boarding school that was prestigious for developing some of the highest quality Rubgy Union players.Dane had little to no interest in school and knew Rugby was his passion and what he wanted to do for a living. After some feedback from the Cheetahs (a super rugby club), Dane found himself playing local Rugby...
2022-11-041h 39Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 147: Nick Zaveri - Politics, Racism, and CoachingNick has his own podcast  link We talk about how to fix education...again Probably lots of other stuff, but now that Mealey is writing the show notes and yes I'm refering to myself in the 3rd person it will take a few before they are as good as when Tudisco wrote them-get over it and just listen
2022-10-311h 13Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 146: Zaynab Baalbaki - Justice, Love and Charter SchoolsLots of laughs and follow her on Twitter And look for her in the stands at World Cup link
2022-10-2446 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 145: Monte Syrie - Builder of HumanitySmiles and Frowns are you gonna join the movement? Listen and find out what it is about All you need right here link
2022-10-171h 02Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 144: The Debate Math Guys - Let’s Hear it for Trapezoids!So much fun with these guys. Go listen to their podcast after you listen to this episode Trapezoids-who knew they were so controversial? Debate Math website
2022-10-1040 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 143: Scott Hershovitz - Philosophy and Drinking StrawsOur guest is a philosopher who believes we are all philosophers, especially kids. How can we have philosophical discussions regardless of our content while still covering material we need to get to? Also how many holes does a straw have? Scott's Website
2022-10-0348 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 142: Miriam Plotinsky is Not a Helicopter PilotMany of us complain of micromanaging admin, but are we also micromanaging our students. We discuss how to "Hover Less, Teach More" the title of our guests book. Link to her website. Her Twitter handle is @MirPloMCPS And follow us as well @unprocast
2022-09-2645 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 141: Passing the TorchMealey is Staying Tudisco is Leaving Shane is Joining Lots of laughs and info as we pass the torch/microphone from one Unprofessional to another
2022-09-1944 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 140: Diala, the International TeacherMealey and Tudisco get to learn about the world from Diala, a teacher who has worked in America, The UAE, China, and Russia.  We learn about the sweet people in Moscow, the nervous students in Shanghai, and how teachers could earn some extra money in Dubai...   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do good or are just thinking about it.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchan...
2022-09-1059 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 139: Geeky Kyle (Part 2)Mealey and Tudisco meet Geeky Kyle, a teacher, podcaster, coach, and brilliant person.  She tells us about how to incorporate podcasts in the classroom, why questioning is important for our students, and that time that she died...   Follow her on Twitter @KrolTeach Check out the 7 Days a Geek podcast And all of the rest of the Monkey Poo Studios podcasts Check out Adventures of an English Nerd (which has her bio and her lessons!)   And, just for fun, here's Joe Pera.   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do...
2022-09-0556 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 138: Geeky Kyle (Part 1)Mealey and Tudisco meet Geeky Kyle, a teacher, podcaster, coach, and brilliant person.  She tells us about how to incorporate podcasts in the classroom, why questioning is important for our students, and that time that she died...   Follow her on Twitter @KrolTeach Check out the 7 Days a Geek podcast And all of the rest of the Monkey Poo Studios podcasts Check out Adventures of an English Nerd (which has her bio and her lessons!)   And, just for fun, here's Joe Pera.   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do...
2022-08-2942 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 137: EDUPODLOOZA 2022! Fixing PedagogyFor the finale of Edupodlooza, Tudisco and Mealey host a round table to fix pedagogy:  what should stay in, what should be eliminated, and where rich podcasters get to visit...   Featuring: Shane from The Edpodcast Mike Yates from Schoolish Aviva Levin from Lesson Impossible Katie Kinder from Untold Teaching Truths and Mealey and Tudisco from Unprofessional Development   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do good or are just thinking about it.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny...
2022-08-2253 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 136: EDUPODLOOZA 2022! Poetry SlamMealey and Tudisco are joined by author, educator, and poet Katie Kinder to host a poetry slam!  Here are some of our Edu-poets: Katie Kinder of Untold Teaching Truths Podcast (Follow her on Twitter @KatieKinder1 and check out her book, Untold Teaching Truths) Chey and Pav of The Chey and Pav Show (and check out the poets they read from: Tu Vuong who wrote Coming Home and Humble the Poet) Jack of Educhaos And Mealey of Unprofessional Development   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do good or a...
2022-08-1541 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 135: EDUPODLOOZA 2022! Game ShowAviva Levin of Lesson: Impossible joins forces with Jamie the Unprofessional Development Superfan to conquer a game show!  First, they have to determine if a quote is from Common Core, Nerdcore, or the Marine Corps.  Then, they have to spot which story from the classroom is from a movie and which are from our podcast.  Last, they have to answer some Unprofessional multiple choice questions.  Can they get to 30 points to win the game?   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do good or are just thinking about i...
2022-08-0830 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 134: Edupodlooza 2022 Three Teacher TraitsWe asked Twitter to pick their top three characteristics that make a great teacher-- and now we're going to judge them!  Join us as we discuss what makes a good teacher, how important content knowledge is, and how Mealey dabbles in the youth culture... This round table features... Aviva Levin of Lesson Impossible Jack of Educhaos Nick Zaveri of Can We Please Talk? Mealey and Tudisco of Unprofessional Development   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do good or are just thinking about it.   Support Us: Don't forge...
2022-08-0254 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 133: Edupodlooza 2022 Radio Drama: MURDER AT HOMLES HIGH!Our scripted radio drama, Murder at Holmes High!   Written by Mealey, Tudisco, and Aviva Levin.   Starring: OFFICER SPARROW… CHRISTOPHER TUDISCODETECTIVE VINSCOLEY … NICK ZAVERIANNETTE DALLAS (PRINCIPAL)… BATSHEVA FRANKELBLAKE BROWN (VICE-PRINCIPAL).... AVIVA LEVINJIM GARCIA (PE TEACHER).... JACKDREW DALLAS (CHEMISTRY TEACHER).... WILLIAM MEALEYVALERIE HALL (STUDENT).... LINDY MEALEYBOB LEUNG (CUSTODIAN)… CHRISTOPHER TUDISCOLEE DAVIS (CAFETERIA MANAGER)… AVIVA LEVIN   Support Our Stars: Aviva Levin of Lesson Impossible Batsheva Frankel of Overthrowing Education Jack of Educhaos Nick Zaveri of Can We Please Talk? Mealey and Tudisco of Unprofessional Development   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do go...
2022-07-2522 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 132: EDUPODLOOZA 2022! Round Table Part 2EDUPODLOOZA 2022! Mealey and Tudisco have teamed up with education podcasters from around the world to share, reflect, and be unprofessional. This is part two of our round table of edupodcasters to ask one question:  how has podcasting changed you and your teaching? This is only Part 1 of the Round Table.  Check back next week for Part 2! THE ROUND TABLE: Aviva Levin of Lesson Impossible Rob Baier of Debate Math Jack of Educhaos Nick Zaveri of Can We Please Talk? Mealey and Tudisco of Unprofessional Development   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the...
2022-07-1838 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 131: EDUPODLOOZA 2022! Round Table Part 1EDUPODLOOZA 2022! Mealey and Tudisco have teamed up with education podcasters from around the world to share, reflect, and be unprofessional. For our first segment, we host a round table of edupodcasters to ask one question:  how has podcasting changed you and your teaching? This is only Part 1 of the Round Table.  Check back next week for Part 2! THE ROUND TABLE: Aviva Levin of Lesson Impossible Rob Baier of Debate Math Jack of Educhaos Nick Zaveri of Can We Please Talk? Mealey and Tudisco of Unprofessional Development   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in...
2022-07-1152 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 130: Nolan Higdon, Let’s Agree to DisagreeMealey and Tudisco talk with Dr. Nolan Higdon, an author and a university lecturer at Merrill College and the Education Department at University of California, Santa Cruz. We discuss how to disagree respectfully, how to settle disagreements with people of different authority levels, and what exactly is covered in his book...   Check out his four books, including Let's Agree to Disagree Follow his work on Project Censored! Read his publications on Anthro(dendum) (formally Savage Minds)! Follow him on Twitter @Nolan_Higdon   And, just for fun, what color do you think the dress is?   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exp...
2022-07-0453 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 129: Shane of the Ed PodcastMealey and Tudisco are taking today off to get ready for EDUPODLOOZA!  Instead of a normal episode, here is an episode of The Ed Podcast featuring Shane-- a soon to be host of Unprofessional Development!   Check out the Ed Podcast here!   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!
2022-06-2740 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 128: Coach Victor Hicks, Coding with CultureMealey and Tudisco meet Coach Victor Hicks, the coach, coder, and educator!  We discuss how to incorporate culture into coding, the pros of HBCU's, and why tokenism may just be bad...   Follow Coach Hicks on Twitter @CodingWCulture Check out his website to learn more about Coding with Culture!   And, just for fun, here's a song by Discovery.   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do good or are just thinking about it.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny...
2022-06-2047 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 127: Rhetoric Warrior Daniel FrenchMealey and Tudisco meet Dr. Daniel French-- a rhetorician, author, comedian, and teacher.  We discuss how we use rhetoric for good and evil, the difference between persuasion and manipulation, and how Daniel is basically a jedi...   Follow him on Twitter @RhetoricWar Check out his YouTube channel to see him as a rhetoric warrior or as a stand-up comedian. Read his book, 21 Coliseums of Persuasion   And, just for fun, here's John Mulaney's bit about a horse loose in a hospital (explicit content)   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do...
2022-06-1347 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 126: Bastard TeacherMealey and Tudisco meet our Twitter friend, Bastard Teacher!  We discuss our controversial grading strategies, how teachers act as bureaucrats, and Mealey snitches on his friends...   Follow him on Twitter @BastardTeacher   And, just for fun, here are our favorite episodes of Epic Rap Battles of History (Warning:  Explicit Content): - Mealey:  Dr. Suess vs. William Shakespeare - Bastard Teacher:  Easter Philosophers vs Western Philosophers - Tudisco:  Romeo and Juliet vs. Bonnie and Clyde   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do good or are just thinking about it.   Supp...
2022-06-061h 05Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 125: The Math Nerds, Shelby and JustinMealey and Tudisco meet the Math Nerds, Shelby Strong and Justin Aion!  We discuss how to fix math curriculum, why real life math is so important, and whether or not a hot dog is a sandwich...   Check out Shelby's website at strongermath.com Want to see math new math routines that could help your classroom?  Check out their summer Math Routine Collaborative! See them in upcoming NCTM conferences! See them in Harrisburg at the upcoming PCTM conference!   And, just for fun, here's a math lesson from Abbot and Costello.   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of do...
2022-05-3055 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 124: Beth Donahoe, Union RepMealey and our guest host, Shane Lawrence from The Edpodcast, inteview Beth Donahoe, a Maine teacher and teaching union rep.  We discuss common misconceptions about union reps, what teachers can do to help their unions, and what Mealey keeps hidden in his desk...   Just for fun, check out our first conversation with Shane on Unprofessional Development's 18th episode:  "The 'Ed Podcast' Podcast   Listen to more of The Edpodcast!   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do good or are just thinking about it.   Support Us: Don't forget to like...
2022-05-2346 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 123: Art Markman, The Guy on Your HeadMealey and Tudisco get schooled by professor, author, podcaster, psychologist, and musician Art Markman!  We discuss the psychology tips all teachers should know, why projects and unanswered questions are important, and how Art joined the dark side...     Check out Art's Podcast, Two Guys on Your Head. Check out his many, many books! Follow him on Twitter @abmarkman Read his many articles on psychology here! Check out his article in Psychology Today!   And, just for fun, enjoy his ska band, Phineas Gage!   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do...
2022-05-1655 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 122: Anthony Colannino, Leading with Head and HeartMealey and Tudisco meet Anthony Colannino, an educator, administrator, author, and full blooded Bostonian.  We discuss how to teach with head and heart, how admin can really create student growth, and what "chitlins" means...   Follow Anthony Colannino on Twitter @AJCMindset Check out his website, which features his book and his blog.   And, just for fun, check out our episode with Matthew Dicks to hear more about funny teacher stories.   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do good or are just thinking about it.   Support Us: Don't forget...
2022-05-091h 05Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 121: Rebecca Kaplan, Stand-up Comic TutorMealey and Tudisco pick the brain of Rebecca Kaplan, a stand-up comedian and a tutor for children and adults.  We discuss how stand-up is like teaching, why it's important to acknowledge shame as a part of education, and the definition of joke-e-oke...   Follow her on Instagram/Twitter/TikTok @RebeccaTKaplan Visit her website https://www.rebeccatkaplan.com/ Find out her upcoming events at her linktr.ee Watch her comedy on her YouTube channel Support Rebecca by joining her Patreon   And, just for fun, check out Rebecca's short writings on Medium!     Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of do...
2022-05-0236 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 120: Chelsea Verrette, Teaching New Habits Without ShameMealey and Tudisco crack up with Chelsea Verrette, the educator, consultant, and habit wizard who shows us how to start and stop habits.  We discuss teaching in a trauma-informed space, why habits should never start with negative emotions, and how long to microwave pottery...   Follow Chelsea on Twitter @ChelseaVerrette Check out her website to Unshame Your Life Watch her amazing video serious on YouTube, #UnqualifiedAF   And, just for fun, listen to Chelsea's podcast where she interviews our friend Batsheva Frankel of Overthrowing Education.   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for pe...
2022-04-2542 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 119: Ohio Senator Teresa FedorHey Ohio-- election day is May 3rd.  GET OUT AND VOTE!   Mealey and Tudisco talk with Senator Teresa Fedor, the veteran, former elementary school teacher, and (oh, yeah) Ohio senator representing District 11 who is running for Lieutenant Governor.  We discuss how teaching helped prepare her for politics, what we need to add and subtract to made education work, and why senators can't wear light-up shoes...   Plan on voting?  Check out her platform here! Follow her on Instagram:  Teresa_Fedor11 Follow her on Twitter @Teresa_Fedor Want to contribute?  You can do it through the ODCCA!   And, just for fun, here is how M...
2022-04-1839 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 118: ExCo, the Experimental CollegeMealey and Tudisco sit down with Veronica Mahoney and Kate Luke from Oberlin College's ExCo. In this college program, students and community members are invited to voluntarily teach the course of their choice!  We discuss teaching a Bob Ross art class, weirdest classes ExCo has taught, and why Ronald Reagan dislikes The Simpsons...   Check out some info about ExCo! Follow the ExCo Instagram Oberlinexco!     And, just for fun, check out their current course catalog.  It's wild!   Sponsors: Goodniks is a podcast series exploring the journey and meaning of doing good in the world — for people who do good or are just thi...
2022-04-1149 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 117: Just Getting to Know Us 2022It's just us!  Mealey and Tudisco reflect on who we are and how we've grown since starting our podcast two years ago.  We discuss our views on grades, how we handle colleague disagreements, and the best thing to get a teacher at a yard sale...   And, just for fun, enjoy this beautiful song.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!
2022-04-0437 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 116: Dante and Danielle Daughty of the ”See, What Had Happened” PodcastMealey and Tudisco join forces with Andre and Danielle Daughty, the educators behind the amazing "See, What Had Happened" podcast!  We discuss which teachers need to quit, how teachers can be cooks or chefs, and the proper response when you steal someone's lunch...   Please check out their amazing podcast, "See, What Had Happened"   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!
2022-03-2854 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 115: Wynkoop, the Mad Music TeacherMealey and Tudisco chat with their friend Wynkoop, a music teacher who has worked in elementary, middle, and high school.  We discuss how relationships can pay dividends, how to balance being fun and making kids work, and how Wynkoop is the hero of Canterbury...   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!
2022-03-2153 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 114: Amanda Lee, Librarian at a Deaf SchoolMealey and Tudisco pick the brain of Amanda Lee, a librarian at a school for the deaf in Georgia.  We discuss whether or not Mealey could be a librarian, particular challenges in a deaf school, and how the number 29 can be mean...   Follow Amanda @LeeintheLibrary Check out her work with the Georgia Library Media Association.   And, just for fun here's a joke in Sign Language.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!
2022-03-1448 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 113: Zack Hartzman, Video Game TeacherMealey and Tudisco geek out with Zack Hartzman, an author, English and history teacher, and creator of Hey Listen Games.  We discuss using video games as literacy, how to begin to incorporate some easy video game lessons, and how to get kids to scream over Monopoly...   Check out Hey Listen Games for free lesson plans! Follow Zack on Twitter @HeyListenGames Support his Patreon. Want to ask him a quick question?  Contact him here!     And, just for fun here's an amazing tv show about a fictional video game high school.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twi...
2022-03-0753 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 112: Gholdy Muhammad and the Pursuits of LearningMealey and Tudisco get the opportunity to talk to the amazing Gholdy Muhammad, an associate professor of Language and Literacy, director of the Urban Literacy Collaborative and Clinic, author, educator, and all around superhero.  We discuss how her five pursuits can outperform standards, how to have hard anti-racism conversations, and why the tap water is safe to drink...   The best way to learn her five pursuits is through her book, Cultivating Genius: An Equity Framework for Culturally and Historically Responsive Literacy. Interested in her professional learning?  Check out HILL Pedagogies.   And, just for fun, this is a miswak-- the 7,000 year old...
2022-02-2849 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 111: The Drama Goat, Survivor of an Abusive SchoolTRIGGER WARNING:  We discuss a very traumatic first year teaching experience.  It gets heavy.   Mealey and Tudisco interview The Drama Goat!  We discuss Her first year teaching, why she had to leave her school before Thanksgiving, and the sweethearts in her class that made leaving hard... We want to take a moment and support any teacher who is struggling.  Please reach out on Twitter or email-- we're here for you.  No job is worth your mental health.  Take care of yourself.  Put on your own oxygen mask first.   Follow her on Twitter @TheDRAMAGoat1Check out her Teacherspayteachers for Drama, Public Speaking...
2022-02-211h 06Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 110: Just Us! Admin EvaluationsMealey and Tudisco have decided that it's to for admin to get observed.  We discuss what would go on an admin observation rubric, how a lack of culture becomes a (bad) culture, and what comes after the phrase "doctor, lawyer..."   And, just for fun, enjoy the greatest song of all time.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!
2022-02-1450 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 109: Super-DUPER-intendent, Dr Greg BassMealey and Tudisco chat with a superintendent from Calgary, Alberta Canada-- Dr. Greg Bass!  We discuss what superintendents actually do, how superintendents know what's happening in classrooms, and how schools are like... ringette?   Curious about his work?  Check out his company, Headwater Learning Group. And, just for fun, this is ringette?   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!
2022-02-071h 05Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 108: Teacher Grape!Mealey and Tudisco meet our Twitter friend, Teacher Grape (formally Trauma Grape).  We discuss how living with trauma can inform us as teachers, how to overcome math-o-phobia, and why you should avoid extra masters degrees...   Follow her on Twitter @TeacherGrape   And, just for fun, here's a joke I think of when I think of grapes.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!
2022-01-3154 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 107: Dr. Chad Dumas, the PLC AdvocateMealey and Tudisco have a great conversation with Chad Dumas, a music teacher, administrator, author, and school leader.  We discuss why PLC's are so important, how to cultivate (that's a pun-- you'll get it after you listen) a great culture in your school, and Mealey's true feelings about Waffle House...   Follow him on Twitter @ChadDumas Check out his Leadership Matters Blog. Read his amazing books to help you put the C back in PLC!     And, just for fun, watch Anthony Bourdain try Waffle House for the first time.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitt...
2022-01-2454 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 106: Podcast Junkies, Hosted by Harry DuranMealey and Tudisco present our guest appearance on Harry Duran's amazing podcast, Podcast Junkies!  We discuss what got us into teaching and podcasting, how the pandemic is impacting us, and a very special guest we had on our show...   Check out the amazing Podcast Junkies! Follow him on Twitter @HarryDuranFC   And, just for fun, listen to this episode again on his podcast.     Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!   Sponsors: Stamps.com PROMO CODE:  POD Better...
2022-01-1757 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 105: The 2021 Georgie Awards! (Part Two)It's a clip show! Mealey and Tudisco proudly present the 2021  Georgie Awards!  We look back at a year of podcasting and give out the following awards (click for a link to the episode): Best Turn of Phrase ** Nixon, Ep 62:  Nixon, the Coolest Teacher You Know** Passion and Equity Award **Nick Ferroni, Ep 92:  Nicholas Ferroni, World's Most Passionate Teacher** Best Funny Story From Education **Joe Dombrowski, Ep 54:  Comedian Joe Dombrowski** So Smart It Makes Us Dizzy **Dr. Jody Carrington, Ep 75:  Dr Jody Carrington, Kids These Days** Mealey's Favorite Edupodlooza Segment **"The Last Day" Radio Drama, Ep 80:  EDUPODLOOZA 2021!  Radio Drama:  The Last Day** Tud...
2022-01-101h 04Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 104: The 2021 Georgie Awards! (Part One)It's a clip show! Mealey and Tudisco proudly present the 2021 Georgie Awards!  We look back at a year of podcasting and give out the following awards (click for a link to the episode): Best Responses to Mealey's Bio Prompt ** Ruth Swailes, Ep 74:  Ruth Swailes, Educational Consultant** ** Victoria Thompson, Ep 91:  Victoria the Tech ** Intense Spreadsheet Award **Matthew Dicks, Ep 97:  The Storyworthy Matthew Dicks** Most Profound Change On Our Practice **Johanna Brown, Ep 69:  Johanna Brown, Going Gradeless** **Ben Oliva, Ep 98:  Ben Oliva, Sports Psychologist** The Great Duos Award **Williams and Mangano, Ep 66:  The Dynamic Duo, Mangano & Williams** **Keenan Lee and Alexandria Adams, Ep 94...
2022-01-091h 16Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 103: Chris Botts, Admin and AdvocateMealey and Tudisco chat with Chris Botts, a former teacher and current administrator in the midwest.  We discuss why everything doesn’t need to be measurable, Botts’s amazing community service initiative, and how Devious Licks almost made him quit...   Follow Chris Botts on Twitter @thebotty Check out his guest spot on the Connect Mobilize Deliver Podcast! And, while we're at it, check out our guest spot on Podcast Junkies!   And, just for fun, here's the trailer for The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh!   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or...
2021-12-2756 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 102: Stephanie Hasty, the James Bond TeacherMealey and Tudisco have a great talk with Stephanie Hasty, a high school English teacher who uses actual has a James Bond 007 curriculum!  We discuss why pop culture has value, how to have good conversations about problematic media, and why Pierce Brosnan can't be Hasty's coworker...   Follow Stephanie Hasty on Twitter @smj274   And, just for fun, here's the definite actual pitch meeting for Skyfall.   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!   Sponsors: Stamps.com PROMO CO...
2021-12-2058 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 101: Ryan Scott of The bigEDideas PodcastMealey and Tudisco chat with Ryan Scott, a former teacher, current administrator, and amazing edu-podcaster.  We discuss relationships in the classroom, which "big ideas" Ryan likes from his bigEDideas podcast, but first, we have a serious debate about Chex mix...   About Our Guest: Follow Ryan Scott on Twitter @RyanScott1981 Listen to The bigEDideas Podcast! And Ryan wanted you to check out the books of Robert Barr.   And, just for fun, here are two recipes so you can make Puppy Chow or Muddy Buddies   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story...
2021-12-1348 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp100: Our Students Karina and L.*Audio updated 12/6.  Apologies to our sponsor for leaving out the ad.* Happy 100th Episode!!!! Mealey and Tudisco celebrate by inviting the two students who introduced us, Karina and L!  We TRY to discuss what our classrooms were like, what our students learned, and funny stories from our classroom--but chaos ensues.  Hoo-boy...   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!   Sponsors: Stamps.com PROMO CODE:  POD
2021-12-0649 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 99: Ethan Lee, the Energetic Science TeacherThe Unprofessionals sit down to talk and laugh with Ethan Lee, professional science teacher and amazing person.  We discuss Newton's three laws of teaching, why it's easy and helpful to build relationships, and we learn an important lesson about watching your Spotify playlists carefully...   Want to know more about our guest? Want to read Ethan's mind?  Follow him on Twitter @Scienergetic   And, just for fun... Here's an inspirational speech a parent gave at career day.   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts...
2021-11-2954 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 98: Ben Oliva, Sports PsychologistMealey and Tudisco talk with sports psychologist Ben Oliva.  Why would a sports psychologist be on a teaching podcast?  Ben teaches us how coaching and the psychology of success are both essential for teaching.  We discuss how to effectively change behavior, when it's okay to be a tough coach, and how to handle someone interrupting your lesson to scream...   Want to know more about our guest? Check out his company Apex Performance Psych! Have a question for Ben?  Contact him here! Want to read his mind?  Follow him on Twitter @BenMarkOliva   And, just for fun... Here are some fun NFL player...
2021-11-2250 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 97: The Storyworthy Matthew DicksOnce upon a time, two podcasters, Tudisco and Mealey, set out on an adventurous conversation with the most amazing storyteller/ author/ educator:  Matthew Dicks!  We discuss building lore in your classroom, what makes a good story, and why you suck if you don't do your homework for life...   Check out his stories on The Moth! Follow him on Twitter @MatthewDicks And check out his website for his books, writings, and more!   And, just for fun, here's Matt's TedX Talk!     Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unpr...
2021-11-1557 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 96: Traci Browder of The Intelligogy PodcastMealey and Tudisco get to chat with Edupodlooza alumnus, Traci Browder!  We discuss the similarities between teaching kindergartners and college students, the true meaning of Woke Wednesday, and we get way too in depth about flowers...     Please check out The Intelligogy Podcast! And follow Traci on Twitter @TraciBrowder   And, just for fun, here's Peter Dinklage singing about pants.   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!   Sponsors: Podgo
2021-11-081h 03Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 95: Educhaos!Mealey and Tudisco sit down with the host of the Educhaos podcast.  We talk about hosting an educational podcast, why schools need to rethink suspension rates, and why it's important to scream more in traffic...   Definitely check out the Educhaos podcast! And follow him on Twitter @Edu-Chaos   And, just for fun, here's Will Ferrell playing Little Debbie.   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!   Sponsors: Podgo
2021-11-011h 01Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 94: Keenan and Alex, Two Returning UnprofessionalsMealey and Tudisco invite back two of our favorite guests, Keenan Lee from episode 33 and Alexandria Adams from episode 34.  We debate school supplies, Canvas technology, and how to properly trap a teacher in their classroom...   Please check out Keenan Lee in episode 33 Please check out Alexandria Adams in episode 34 And, just for fun, here's a fun song about Crayola!   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!   Sponsors: Podgo
2021-10-251h 05Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 93: Sandrine Hope of the Step Into Mondays PodcastWe interview fellow Edupodlooza alum, Sandrine Hope!  We discuss how being an educator is like losing your keys, what students of all ages need in their classrooms, and Tudisco and Mealey learn a little about music...   Follow her on Twitter @frans2bama Check out the Step Into Mondays podcast And just for fun, What If English Were Phonetically Consistent?   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!   Sponsors: Podgo
2021-10-1851 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 92: Nicholas Ferroni, World‘s Most Passionate TeacherWe interview Nicholas Ferroni, an award winning educator, activist, and owner of an odd title from People Magazine.  We discuss sexism and objectification in education, how teachers burn out, and   Follow him on Twitter @NicholasFerroni Check out his speaking engagements here! And just for fun, watch Nick prank his class for a history lesson about the Declaration of Independence!   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!   Sponsors: HelloFresh! Link: https://hellofresh-ca.o5kg.net/c/2544961/791027/7893 Code: HFAFF80...
2021-10-1147 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 91: Victoria the TechMealey and Tudisco chat with Victoria Thompson, former teacher and current STEM Instructional Coach and edtech consultant.  We discuss How teaching is like Disney World, the connection between technology and equity in the classroom, and help settle the dreaded Microsoft-Google debate...   Follow her on Twitter @VictoriatheTech Read her Edutopia articles. And check out her upcoming seminars!     Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!   Sponsors: HelloFresh! Link: https://hellofresh-ca.o5kg.net/c/2544961/791027/7893 Code: HFAFF80 Offer: $80 Discount ($50 - $20...
2021-10-041h 12Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 90: For Dope Unprofessionals The Sequel (part 2)Two Dope Teachers and the Unprofessionals continue their conversation!  This time, we create a unit based around Star Wars, dole out some advice for helping students with their mental health, and discuss the cons of social media...   Please listen to their amazing podcast! And follow them on Twitter @TooDopeTeachers   And just for fun, here's the Star Wars Cantina Music for when you're scrolling through Twitter.   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us!   Sponsors: HelloFresh! Link: https://hellofresh-ca.o5kg.net/c/2544961/791027/7893 Code: HFAFF80 Offer: $80 Discount ($50 - $20 - $10) Includi...
2021-09-2741 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 89: For Dope Unprofessionals The Sequel (part 1)Mealey and Tudisco reunite with Kevin Adams and Gerardo Muñoz of Too Dope Teachers and a Mic.  We decided to play a little game:  we picked a common core standard at random, then had to design a unit around it!  Here's the standard, and along the way, we discuss the Twilight movies, have real talk about the nature of planning in education, and learn the Kev knows a lot about science...  Come back next week to hear Part 2 of our conversation.     Please listen to their amazing podcast! And follow them on Twitter @TooDopeTeachers   And just for fun, Kev wanted you to l...
2021-09-2040 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 88: Principal El, The Principal Who StayedWe chat with veteran administrator Principal El.  We discuss his story that's being worked into a movie script, how to be a supportive admin, and why Oprah's signature is a bad thing for the banks...   Please check out his website. And here's the Tweet that connected us to Principal El. Follow him on Twitter @Principal_El     And just for fun, here's out interview with the Crap Headteacher.   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us!   Sponsors: HelloFresh! Link: https://hellofresh-ca.o5kg.net/c/2544961/791027/7893 Code: HFAFF80 Offer: $80 Discount ($50 - $20...
2021-09-131h 00Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 87: Off Grid Gretchen, the Peace Corps TeacherWe meet our Twitter friend, Off Grid Gretchen, an elementary school teacher from the Pacific northwest!  We discuss her time in the Peace Corps, teaching in a small town, and how to exchange poetry with Syria...   And just for fun, here's Amanda Gorman's innauguration poem, because it's amazing.   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us!   Sponsors: HelloFresh! Link: https://hellofresh-ca.o5kg.net/c/2544961/791027/7893 Code: HFAFF80 Offer: $80 Discount ($50 - $20 - $10) Including Free Shipping on First Box!
2021-09-0650 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 86: Casey Jakubowski, Rural Teacher and ConsultantMealey and Tudisco talk pedagogy with Casey Jakubowski, a rural Social Studies teacher and educational consultant. We discuss why empathy matters, why tests don't, and how to properly use yard sales...   Check out his book, Thinking About Teaching Follow him on Twitter @CaseyJ_edu Interested in his team-building and creative solutions?  Check out CTJ Solutions, LLC!   And just for fun, here are some yard sale suggestions for new teachers!   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us!   Sponsors: HelloFresh! Link: https://hellofresh-ca.o5kg.net/c/2544961/791027/7893 Code: HFAFF80 Offer...
2021-08-301h 07Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 85: EDUPODLOOZA 2021! Magic Wand HourWe asked the internet a simple question:  if you had a magic wand, what is one thing you would do to change education for the better?  Our panel sifts through some answers!  We found some we like, some we disagree with, and some that lead us down tangents...   Featuring Ryan Tibbens of the ClassCast Podcast Aviva Levin of Lesson Impossible And Tudisco and Mealey of Unprofessional Development   And just for fun, here's the full video of Edupodlooza! (Yes, we really hosted podcasts for almost 8 1/2 hours...).   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story o...
2021-08-2359 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 84: EDUPODLOOZA 2021! Role-Playing GameWe gather a party of unprofessionals to play-test the Unprofessional Development Board Game!  We have our dice, our Mountain Dew, and our Cheese Puffs ready for some role-playing fun.   Featuring Aviva Levin of Lesson Impossible Brad Sheffler of Planning Period Podcast Shane Lawrence of The Edpodcast Mealey and Tudisco of Unprofessional Development   And just for fun, here's the full video of Edupodlooza! (Yes, we really hosted podcasts for almost 8 1/2 hours...).   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us!   Sponsors: HelloFresh! Link: https://hellofresh-ca.o5kg.net/c/2544961/791027/7893 Code: HFAFF80...
2021-08-1651 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 83: EDUPODLOOZA 2021! Edupodcast Round Table pt 2The fourth segment in our astounding Edupodlooza!  We host a round table of Edupodcasters to talk pressure from school districts while running a podcast and play our admin-colleague-student game!   Featuring Charles William of The Counter Narrative Aviva Levin of Lesson Impossible Brad Sheffler of Planning Period Podcast Shane Lawrence of The Edpodcast Natalie Vardabasso of Educrush Traci Browder of Intelligogy the Podcast And Tudisco and Mealey of Unprofessional Development   And just for fun, here's the full video of Edupodlooza! (Yes, we really hosted podcasts for almost 8 1/2 hours...).   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a fun...
2021-08-0943 minEvolving Business Minds
Evolving Business MindsThe UNPro Photographer: With Matt Barnett | Ep #77On Today's episode of the Resourceful Agent Radio Show We have our guest Matt Barnett. Matt is a Longtime listener and viewer of the show, some might say he was the first.       Matt is a photographer, not a pro but an, unpro-photographer. Working a 9-5 for 21 years Matt finally called it quits his job. Matt wants to pursue his photography career, calling himself The UNPro photographer. You can visit his Instagram below to see his work.Andy and Matt will dive deep about what steps Matt is taking to get his business up and g...
2021-08-0255 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 82: EDUPODLOOZA 2021! Edupodcast Round Table pt 1The fourth segment in our astounding Edupodlooza!  We host a round table of Edupodcasters to ask why they began an education podcast and who is their edu-crush.   Featuring Charles William of The Counter Narrative Aviva Levin of Lesson Impossible Brad Sheffler of Planning Period Podcast Shane Lawrence of The Edpodcast Natalie Vardabasso of Educrush Traci Browder of Intelligogy the Podcast And Tudisco and Mealey of Unprofessional Development   And just for fun, here's the full video of Edupodlooza! (Yes, we really hosted podcasts for almost 8 1/2 hours...).   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story...
2021-08-0254 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 81: EDUPODLOOZA 2021! Poetry SlamWe have gathered an amazing team of teacher-poet-edupodcasters to read and review poems about teaching!  Featuring...   Natalie Vardabasso from Educrush @educrushpod Traci Browder from Intelligogy the Podcast @intelligogy Gerardo Muño from Too Dope Teachers and a Mic @TooDopeTeachers Tudisco and Mealey from Unprofessional Development @unprocast And thank you to all of our poets! Batsheva Frankel from Overthrowing Education for her poem "My Two Hearts" @JoshuaSiegel for "Let's Hear It For Teachers" @VictoriaTheTech for her Haiku "In September" by @chrisjcluff   Sponsors: HelloFresh! Link: https://hellofresh-ca.o5kg.net/c/2544961/791027/7893 Code: HFAFF80 Offer: $80 Discount ($50 - $20 - $10) Including Free Shipping on First Box!
2021-07-2659 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 80: EDUPODLOOZA 2021! Radio Drama: The Last DayContinuing our release of the 2021 Edupodlooza, we have our radio drama, "The Last Day."  Please enjoy the exciting story of a group of teachers, a PD on the last day of school, and a zombie attack.   Written by Batsheva Frankel Aviva Levin William Mealey Chris Tudisco   Starring Jordan.... Charles William of The Counter Narrative Sage... Batsheva Frankel of Overthrowing Education Wallace... Chris Tudisco of Unprofessional Development Robin... Aviva Levin of Lesson Impossible Cameron... Lindy Mealey Taylor... Brad Sheffler of Planning Period Podcast PA Announcer... Gerardo Muñoz of Two Dope Teachers and a Mic Darryl... Shane Lawrence of The Edpodcast Cher...
2021-07-1932 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 79: EDUPODLOOZA 2021! Education Inovation Round Table (Part 2)The second segment of our Edupodlooza marathon.  The round table consists of an amazing group of educational podcasters: Ryan Tibbens of the ClassCast Podcast Sandrine Hope of Step Into Mondays Toria Bono of Tiny Voice Talks Gerardo Muñoz of Two Dope Teachers and a Mic Batsheva Frankel of Overthrowing Education Mike Yates of the Schoolish Podcast And Tudisco and Mealey of Unprofessional Development In our round table, we discuss innovations that have helped our classroom and changed our teaching. And just for fun, here's the full video of Edupodlooza! (Yes, we really hosted podcasts for almost 8 1/2 hours...).   Don't forget to...
2021-07-1259 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 78: EDUPODLOOZA 2021! Education Inovation Round Table (Part 1)The first segment of our Edupodlooza marathon.  The round table consists of an amazing group of educational podcasters: Ryan Tibbens of the ClassCast Podcast Sandrine Hope of Step Into Mondays Toria Bono of Tiny Voice Talks Gerardo Muñoz of Two Dope Teachers and a Mic Batsheva Frankel of Overthrowing Education Mike Yates of the Schoolish Podcast And Tudisco and Mealey of Unprofessional Development In our round table, we discuss innovations that have helped our classroom and changed our teaching. And just for fun, here's the full video of Edupodlooza! (Yes, we really hosted podcasts for almost 8 1/2 hours...).   Don't forget to...
2021-07-0548 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 77: Charles Williams, Supportive Principal and Edu ConsultantThe Unprofessional Duo sit down with Charles Williams, an administrator, observer, and consultant.  We discuss the struggles of being a young administrator, we role play some intimidating meetings with the principal, and we discuss what principal meetings are REALLY like...   Follow Williams on Twitter @_CWConsulting To contact Williams, find all his links here!   And just for fun, here's Lavar Burton reading "Pockets" by Amal El-Mohtar. Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Sponsors: Podgo Joshua and Casey Yell About Movies!
2021-06-281h 27Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 76: Just Us! Pre-podloozaMealey and Tudisco sans guest!  We discuss the upcoming Edupodlooza:  why the terror excites Mealey, what Tudisco's game is going to be like, and how Edupodlooza is like a Hawaiian luau...   And, just for fun, here's that disgusting blueberry pie scene from Stand By Me.   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Sponsors: Podgo Joshua and Casey Yell About Movies!
2021-06-2155 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 75: Dr Jody Carrington, Kids These DaysMealey and Tudisco have a blast with Dr. Jody Carrington, a clinical psychologist, author, and close supporter of educators.  We discuss the real deficits of post-COVID education, the real purpose of educators, and why you should never ask students to turn their cameras on during a Zoom class...   Follow her on Twitter @DrJCarrington Please check out her website DrJodyCarrington.com. Check out her book, Kids These Days, on Amazon.   And, just for fun, listen to her hilarious interview on the Social Studies podcast with our friend Joe “Mr.D” Dombrowski.  You can hear Joe as our guest on episode 54.   Don't forget to...
2021-06-1446 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 74: Ruth Swailes, Educational ConsultantThe Unprofessionals catch up with Ruth Swailes, an educator, administrator, consultant, and organizer of a digital "staff room" that helped a lot of educators through the pandemic.  We discuss the importance of staff morale, how to do a proper school observation, and how we're all like The Very Hungry Caterpillar...   Check out her Twitter @SwailesRuth Here is more information about her consulting work. Check out her website, Assure Education. And check out Teacher Hug Radio on Twitter.   And just for fun, here's a video of The Very Hungry Caterpillar.   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unpro...
2021-06-071h 00Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 73: Joyce Matthews Teaches us AndragogyMealey and Tudisco talk with Joyce Matthews, a physical education teacher and facilitator.  She teaches us the pillars of andragogy, how to know if you're ready to be a facilitator, and why you should never learn golf from your spouse...   You can check out her website here! Interested in andragogy.  Check out one of Joyce's many books!   And just for fun, here's our episode with Chris Smith!   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Sponsors: Podgo Joshua and Casey Yell About Movies!
2021-05-3158 minUnprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 72: Elsie Escobar of She PodcastsThis week, the unstoppable force that is the Mealey/ Tudisco duo meet up with fellow podcaster Elsie Escobar.  We discuss the benefits of homeschooling, why podcasting can be an essential educational tool, and why Unprofessional Development is better than NPR...   Follow Elsie Escobar on Twitter @TheElsieEscobar If you want her newsletter or are interested in contacting Elsie, definitely check out her website. And absolutely listen to She Podcasts.   And just for fun, here's the Gacha app that Elsie's kids enjoy.   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Sponso...
2021-05-241h 08Unprofessional Development
Unprofessional DevelopmentEp 71: Mike Yates of SchoolishMealey and Tudisco chat with fellow educator and podcaster Mike Yates!  We discuss why you should embrace "schoolish" ideas, issues and hope for Teach For America, and how to properly hustle as a teacher...   Follow Mike Yates on Twitter @justmikeyates Please check out the brilliant Schoolish Podcast. If you would like to reach about your organization, contact Mike Yates here!   And just for fun, here's Loretta Devine's IMDB page.   Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast Have...
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