After the Bell: Teaching Tips With a Twist

In Episode 78, Martin kicks things off with a round of “Happy Birthday” for Roy before the duo dives into a mid-summer reality check. With back-to-school ads already hitting the media, the Stunt Brothers remind listeners not to let summer slip away just yet! Continuing their Summer Series, Roy shares his #3 pick: Episode 38, Feeding Our Kids One Backpack At A Time. This inspiring episode features Joanne Griffiths, who co-founded Backpack Buddies alongside her daughter, Emily-Anne King. It’s a powerful conversation that hits close to home and proves how two people with a shared vision can make a genuine difference in the fight against child food insecurity.

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In Episode 77, the Stunt Brothers feel they’ve finally hit the "Dog Days of Summer" they were hoping for as they head deeper into July. Roy drops a not-so-subtle reminder to Martin that his birthday is just 7 days away, meaning Martin better start making some plans! Continuing with their Summer Series, Martin shares his #4 pick: Episode 11, Severance. He hopes all the teacher listeners out there can disconnect from work and truly enjoy a stress-free summer break. Grab a comfy deck chair or queue up this episode for your next road trip!

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In Episode 76, summer is in full swing but the Stunt Brothers agree that we haven't reached peak "Dog Day afternoons" just yet! Our duo keeps their Summer Series rolling with Roy’s #4 pick from the vault: Episode 44, Weapons of Mass Distraction. This selection was inspired by the current classroom invasion of Dumpling Squishies, (feel free to look them up) that drove teachers crazy this year. So, grab your fidget spinner, sit back, and enjoy this nostalgic episode which will have you wanting to look in the attic for your childhood Weapons of Mass Distraction. 

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In Episode 75, the Stunt Brothers are in unanimous agreement that teachers should be out of the classroom and locked in on the blissful “every day is Sunday" state of mind. Continuing with their Summer Series, Martin shares his number 5 pick from the archives, which was a total break from education talk to a celebration of all things summer. The Summer Sessions aired as a package of 9 episodes and Martin chose Episode 5, Summer Jobs. This episode, about the random summer jobs from our podcasters' past, will bring a flood of past summer memories to our listeners. Sit back, grab a drink, and enjoy!

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In Episode 74, the Stunt Brothers talk about the unbearable heat outside, and how difficult it would be sitting and teaching in an un-air-conditioned classroom during the last days of the school year. With the heat cranking up and teachers everywhere getting ready to box up their rooms for the summer, our duo begin to think about their own summer plans and decide to look back at their catalog of 73 episodes and pull together a collection of each of their 5 favourites. Kicking things off for this summer series, the Stunt Brother’s dive into Roy’s number 5 pick: Episode 3, Keeping Healthy and Fit. On this inaugural field trip, our duo head out to meet Andrea Brennan a practicing kinesiologist, strength and conditioning coach, and founder of Kinected Strength. So, grab a cold drink, find some AC, and let's get into it!

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In Episode 73 of After The Bell, The Stunt Brothers celebrate the coming summer break by going international. Most teachers never get the chance to see how living abroad transforms their perspective—and their life. So Roy and Martin sit down with two veteran educators who know exactly what it means to work overseas. Greg Lemoine and Jacqueline Mallais, hosts of the International Teachers Podcast (ITP), have decades of international teaching to share with our listeners. Uncover surprising cultural nuances, hilarious miscommunications, and profound lessons that only come from stepping outside the comfort zone. From language mishaps in Cambodia to teaching respect in Japan, today's episode reveals the hidden joys—and challenges—of life as global educators. Understanding the nuances of international education unlocks opportunities for growth, resilience, and cultural connection. Whether you're contemplating your first overseas gig or a seasoned veteran, these stories underscore that teaching abroad isn’t just a career—it's a life-changing adventure with stories only the world can tell. Season 2 Episode 43 is the perfect podcast episode for teachers, expats, and education enthusiasts eager to explore the world through a classroom lens. The listener will leave inspired to embrace the global teacher within.
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Further Resources:

• International Teachers Podcast 
• JPMint Consulting: Your First Step To Teach Internationally

 Key  Topics:

• Cultural differences in respect and classroom management
• Language learning and cultural adaptation
• Challenges and rewards of international teaching
• Finding the humour in teaching

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In Episode 72 of After the Bell, the Stunt Brothers kick things off by talking about warm weather, water restrictions, and extending an open invitation to Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew to spend some time on the show. The duo then discuss how they find inspiration by listening to other podcasts and share some of their favourites. This conversation leads them to today’s guests, Michelle and Nicole from the Teachers Next Door Podcast. Drawing on years of friendship and classroom experience, these two Alberta educators have created a podcast that feels genuine, relatable, and straight from the heart, qualities that the Stunt Brothers immediately connect with. Join us as we talk teaching, podcasting, the joys and chaos of education, and probably a few stories that are best left out of the official staff meeting minutes.

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• Teacher podcasting journey
• Impact of teachers on students' lives
• Misconceptions about teaching profession

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In Episode 71 of After the Bell, the Stunt Brothers decide to think outside the box quite literally. Leaving the confines of the studio behind, our podcasters set up shop in Martin’s garden. Surrounded by fresh air, and blooming plants, they quickly notice that despite relying on technology to record the podcast, being outdoors makes them feel more relaxed, more focused, and perhaps a little more connected. This observation sets the stage perfectly for today’s virtual trip to Colorado to chat with Dylan Kane, a math teacher who made the bold decision to remove technology from his classroom. In an age where screens seem to be everywhere, Dylan’s experiment has led to some fascinating discoveries about student engagement, learning, attention, and classroom culture. Join Martin, Roy, and Dylan for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation about what happens when technology takes a back seat and why sometimes less technology can create more opportunities for meaningful learning.

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• Impact of screens on student attention and motivation
• Dylan Kane's experience with reducing classroom technology
• The role of social learning and community in education
• AI's influence on learning habits and skills
• cell phone bans in the classroom

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In Episode 70 of After the Bell, before the Stunt Brothers get down to business, they take a tour through some classic conversation topics: the weather, gardening, and Roy's short torso. Eventually, the discussion shifts to hockey, as Martin and Roy break down the playoff series between the Montreal Canadiens and the Colorado Hurricanes. While praising Montreal's goaltender for turning away seemingly every puck that comes his way, Martin draws an unexpected parallel between tending the crease and teaching in the month of June. This observation sparks a lively conversation about one of education's biggest misconceptions: the belief that teachers are winding down as summer approaches. In reality, June often feels like the exact opposite. Join Martin and Roy for a fun, humorous, and relatable episode as they explore why teaching in June isn't winding down at all, it's winding up.
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Myths about June being a winding down month
The intense workload of teachers in June
Emotional moments and good memories in June

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"June is not a winding down month, it's a winding up"
"Teachers work twelve months of hours in ten months"
"Getting enough sleep is more important than ever in June"

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Prioritize sleep and self-care in June
Reflect on the year's successes and challenges
Share your June stories with us

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In Episode 69 of After the Bell, Martin and Roy explore the fascinating concept of perspective and it all begins with a mystery from their video podcasts. Why does Roy always seem shorter than Martin on camera? Martin suggests that Roy might be slouching, while Roy insists he's not. The debate soon leads to a discussion about camera angles and how Martin's wife strategically positions herself behind him in photos to make her head appear smaller. Sensing that they should change the subject, the Stunt Brothers take a trip down memory lane, sharing some of the wild, creative, and occasionally outrageous things they did in their classrooms to build relationships and connect with students. This discussion reminds Martin
that it’s time for their field trip a sit-down with one of education's most influential voices, Dave Burgess, an award-winning educator, professional development speaker, publisher, and New York Times bestselling author of the groundbreaking book Teach Like a PIRATE. Dave is renowned for designing highly engaging learning experiences that captured the attention of even the most reluctant learners. Join us as we discuss creativity, engagement, risk-taking, and the power of seeing teaching and life from a different perspective.

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Key  Topics
The origin story of Teach Like a Pirate
The importance of questions in teaching creativity
Using creative themes to inspire teaching methods
Balancing entertainment and deep learning
The role of failure and risk-taking in teaching
Building rapport and enthusiasm with students

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