Breaking The Syllabus

In this weeks episode I sit down with a great friend and collegues who walks me through some of the difficult parts of teaching PE. We discuss how to change the game for teachers and how to raise the standards. What do you think about school uniforms good or bad?

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In this episode of Breaking the Syllabus, host Tyler Powell teams up with special guest Randi Phillips—aka Mrs. Phillips Science—for an honest, funny, and insightful look at the highs and lows of teaching. From state testing struggles and burnt-out students to falling over pregnant in the classroom and the perils of drawing cylinders on a whiteboard, they don’t hold back. Randi shares her journey from confused student council sponsor to award-winning middle school science teacher with a growing TikTok following. Tune in for a candid conversation about burnout, blunders, and why they both still love this chaotic career.

In today's episode we sit down with a first year teacher who is way further ahead than most. We dive into all things education a few impactful review games. Along with what makes her classroom so unique and welcoming! 

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Are your lesson plans written during halftime? Do your players call you “Coach” more than your students call you “Mr./Ms.”? If so, this episode’s for you. We’re tackling the identity crisis of educators who juggle the classroom and the court—and why it matters more than you think.

I used to think getting students engaged just meant getting them to participate. Turns out, it’s a whole lot messier—and way more interesting—than I ever imagined. In this episode, I’m sharing the five biggest lessons I’ve learned about what actually works in the classroom. From turning boring lectures into real conversations, to surviving the chaos of group projects (where half the team forgets what day it is), I’m spilling it all. You’ll hear about my surprising wins, my cringe-worthy mistakes, and the strategies that finally started to click. If you’ve ever wondered how to truly capture attention—and keep it—this one’s for you.

I became a teacher to make a difference, to inspire young minds, and to be part of something meaningful. I didn’t know that would also mean reminding the same student for the fifth time this week to bring a pencil. In this episode, I share the story of what brought me into teaching—and how even the most frustrating moments (yes, including the never-ending pencil saga) have taught me just as much as I try to teach. It’s heartfelt, it’s honest, and just a little bit sarcastic.

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 Tired of silent staff rooms, Canvas cop-outs, and hallway marathons? Same. In this unfiltered episode of Breaking the Syllabus, host Tyler Powell calls out the classroom chaos and staffroom silence that make educators everywhere roll their eyes. From students vanishing with hall passes to teachers ghosting instruction behind a digital wall, we're talking about the habits that drive us all a little nuts—and how we can do better. If you’ve ever muttered “I can’t stand that…” under your breath in a school building, this one’s for you. Come for the rants, stay for the real talk. 

Episode 1: Why I’m Breaking the Syllabus

Welcome to the very first episode of Breaking the Syllabus! I’m your host, Tyler Powell — a math educator, PhD student, and someone who believes the most powerful learning happens when we step off-script. In this episode, I’m sharing the story behind the podcast: why I started it, what "breaking the syllabus" really means, and what you can expect in the episodes to come.

Whether you're a new teacher, a veteran educator, or just someone who believes in doing school differently — you're in the right place.

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