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Tyler welcomes back Mike Steph and Sarah Beth for a special winter break film series. It’s part two, and the trio reviews 1983’s "The Outsiders" starring Patrick Swayze and Emilio Estevez. They discuss what the film accurately portrays about school, what it doesn’t, and whether the film could be remade in 2026.

Connect with Mike Steph: @mike__steph

Connect with Sarah Beth: @dearsarahbeth

Connect with us: @4azteach

Song: “NO TIME TO WASTE, PT. 2” by DRV SF & Planner, I Guess.

Tyler welcomes back Mike Steph and Sarah Beth for a special winter break film series. It’s part one, and the trio reviews 1981’s "Bustin' Loose" starring Richard Pryor and Cicely Tyson. They discuss what the film accurately portrays about school, what it doesn’t, and whether the film could be remade in 2026.

Connect with Mike Steph: @mike__steph

Connect with Sarah Beth: @dearsarahbeth

Connect with us: @4azteach

Song: “NO TIME TO WASTE, PT. 2” by DRV SF & Planner, I Guess.

Tyler welcomes back Mike Steph and Sarah Beth to discuss the two latest episodes from season five of ‘Abbott Elementary.’ They discuss the Goofball Garden Club’s latest shakeup, Janine’s 30th birthday, and Ava’s cliffhanger. Also, the trio reacts to Scottsdale Unified School District and Amphitheater Public Schools announcing closures ahead of the 2026-27 school year.

Connect with Mike Steph: @mike__steph

Connect with Sarah Beth: @dearsarahbeth

Connect with us: @4azteach

0:00 Introduction

3:21 Scottsdale and Amphi Closures

5:34 “Goofgirl”

22:04 “Birthday”

42:30 Theory Corner

50:04 Exit Ticket: A+ Picks

Song: “NO TIME TO WASTE, PT. 2” by DRV SF & Planner, I Guess.

Tyler welcomes back Desmond Powell of Hip 2 Da Games to discuss the ebbs and flows of the years after college. They discuss finding purpose, navigating seasons, and Desmond’s new ‘OPEN GYM’ mixtape. Also, Tyler shares his thoughts on Devin Booker’s latest sneakers, and Desmond reveals his top four Christmas songs.

Connect with Desmond: @desmondpowell_

Connect with Hip 2 Da Games: @hip2dagames

Connect with us: @4azteach

Listen to ‘OPEN GYM’ here: desmondpowell.bandcamp.com

0:00 Introduction

1:44 ‘OPEN GYM’

7:30 Book 2 Reaction

13:45 Life After College, Finding Purpose, and Navigating Seasons

38:13 Exit Ticket – 4 Christmas Songs

Song: “NO TIME TO WASTE, PT. 2” by DRV SF & Planner, I Guess.

Tyler and Sarah Beth dish out their grades for the best performances and most intriguing storylines of ‘Abbott Elementary’ Season 5. They discuss Janine’s self-awareness, Ava’s hijinks, and Jacob’s trajectory. Also, Sarah Beth awards extra credit to a surprise character, and Tyler wants to have the O’Shon conversation. Again.

Connect with Sarah Beth: @dearsarahbeth

Connect with us: @4azteach

0:00 Introduction

2:30 Janine and Gregory

8:03 Ava’s Leadership

11:39 Jacob’s Progression

22:10 The O’Shon Mystery

28:15 You Choose – Courtney and Mr. Johnson

38:30 Exit Ticket – Extra Credit

Song: “NO TIME TO WASTE, PT. 2” by DRV SF & Planner, I Guess.

Tyler welcomes back Mike Steph and Sarah Beth to discuss the two latest episodes from season five of ‘Abbott Elementary.’ They react to the annual Halloween-themed episode, discuss why Jacob’s character seems stagnant, and debate Melissa’s storyline arc. Also, the trio shares their “A+” picks and makes predictions for the rest of the season.

Connect with Mike Steph: @mike__steph

Connect with Sarah Beth: @dearsarahbeth

Connect with us: @4azteach

0:00 Introduction

3:08 “Camping”

28:45 “No Phones”

53:42 Theory Corner

1:18:54 Exit Ticket: A+ Picks

Tyler welcomes back Mike Steph and Sarah Beth to discuss the two latest episodes from season five of ‘Abbott Elementary.’ They react to O’Shon’s first appearance, Gregory’s apartment reveal, and new Mr. Johnson mysteries. Also, the trio shares their “A+” picks and a Halloween group chat dilemma.

Connect with Mike Steph: @mike__steph

Connect with Sarah Beth: @dearsarahbeth

Connect with us: @4azteach

0:00 Introduction

5:50 “Ballgame”

21:34 “Game Night”

40:35 Theory Corner

49:47 Exit Ticket: A+ Picks

Song: “NO TIME TO WASTE, PT. 2” by DRV SF & Planner, I Guess.

Tyler welcomes back Mike Steph and Sarah Beth to discuss the first two episodes of ‘Abbott Elementary’ Season Five. They react to Melissa’s first days with sixth graders, Janine’s new dilemma, and Tariq’s expanded role. Later, the trio shares theories about O’Shon’s absence and makes their picks for who won this two-pack.

Connect with Mike Steph: @mike__steph

Connect with Sarah Beth: @dearsarahbeth

Connect with Us: @4azteach

0:00 Introduction

5:23 “Team Building”

12:32 “Cheating”

39:20 Theory Corner

53;28 Exit Ticket: MVP Picks

Song: “NO TIME TO WASTE, PT. 2” by DRV SF & Planner, I Guess.

Tyler welcomes therapist Rudi O. Betzold from The Hidden Way to share strategies for navigating life’s challenges when they feel overwhelming. They also discuss the value of being sensitive, meme therapy, and Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ album.

Connect with Rudi: @thehiddenwaypod

Subscribe to Rudi’s Substack: thehiddenway.substack.com

Connect with us: @4azteach

0:00 Introduction

1:15 Launching The Hidden Way

5:30 Life is a Puzzle

16:10 Asking for Help

20:10 Recognizing Our Shadows

22:45 Being Bi-Racial

25:30 The Value of Sensitivity

30:40 Taylor Swift

32:03 Meme Therapy

33:36 Exit Ticket: Character Swap

Song: “NO TIME TO WASTE, PT. 2” by DRV SF & Planner, I Guess.

Season five of Abbott Elementary premieres tonight! Tyler welcomes back Mike Steph and Sarah Beth to answer the most pressing questions amongst the fanbase. They discuss Barbara’s potential decision, Janine’s journey, and O’Shon’s staying power. Mike envisions a proposal from Gregory, Sarah Beth makes a Gym Class Heroes reference, and Tyler reveals the story of when he pocket-dialed an ex. You can’t miss this episode.

Connect with Mike Steph: @mike__steph

Connect with Sarah Beth: @dearsarahbeth

Connect with Us: @4azteach

0:00 Introduction

3:30 Season Five’s Biggest Questions

19:35 Theory Corner: Couples, Jacob, and Mr. Johnson

46:30 Exit Ticket: iPod Playlist

Song: “NO TIME TO WASTE, PT. 2” by DRV SF & Planner, I Guess.