EdTech Bites Podcast

In this episode, I chat with Amanda Bratten and Brandi Eppolito from Propello. Amanda is a former teacher turned VP of Content and Curriculum and Brandi is the VP of Marketing at Propello. They're a new EdTech company looking at helping teachers with curriculum for their classrooms. Sorry… FREE Curriculum! If that didn't get your attention, I don't know what does. Give this episode a listen and check out their website to learn more about what they can contribute to your classroom. Buen Provecho!

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

• Propello Website: https://propello.com/
• Propello on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PropelloLearn
• Propello on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propellolearn/
• Propello on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/propello.learn/
• Propello on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/propellolearn/

In this episode, I chat with Martin Demkowicz from ShareTheBoard. If you're not sure what ShareTheBoard does, you NEED to listen to this episode. It's a simple creative solution to a problem in the classroom. Here's what you need to know before you listen to this episode: Other than the teacher and students, what is the most powerful tool in the classroom? The existing whiteboard! Enjoy! Buen Provecho!

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

ShareTheBoard Website: https://sharetheboard.com/

In this episode, I chat with Graham Celine from Intelitek. He's been in the robotics game for quite some time and breaks down the realities of the future of robotics. He also debunks the myths regarding robots taking our jobs. This conversation will spark interest to anyone in the CTE or Robotics world. Buen provecho!

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

• Intelitek Website: https://www.Intelitek.com/
• Intelitek On Twitter: https://twitter.com/Intelitek
• Intelitek On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intelitekedu/
• Intelitek On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Intelitek

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Chad Stevens from Parentsquare. Parentsquare has it all when it comes to communication between campus and home. They have solutions that simplify the process for end users (parents and students) to get all their documents and communication in one place. Dr. Chad Stevens is originally from Texas and breaks down the process of building this product out to something near and dear to Texans…Brisket! It's a great conversation and an even better product. Buen provecho!

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

• Parentsquare Website: https://www.parentsquare.com/
• Parentsquare On Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParentSquare
• Parentsquare On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parentsquare/
• Parentsquare On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Parentsquare/
• Dr. Chad Stevens On Twitter: https://twitter.com/k12cto

In this episode, I chat with Vicky Sanville from LG to discuss their new product for education. This board does not use proprietary software and can easily be deployed in classrooms with minimal efforts and… support from LG! Give this episode a listen to see how LG can help you get interactive displays in your classrooms.

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

• LG Business Solutions Website: https://www.lg.com/us/business/shop-lg-business-solution
• LG Commercial Displays On Twitter: https://twitter.com/LGCommDisplays
• LG Commercial Displays On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lg-commercial-displays-usa/

In this episode, I chat with Ross Young, executive vice president of Linewize, while at the FETC conference. Linewize is a fast-growing EdTech company with an emphasis on tech for good. The company aims to take a unique approach to digital safety and well-being with a focus on mental health. Linewize helps empower educators and parents to instill healthy digital habits in kids. They now serve more than 11 million students globally. To ensure they continue to prioritize their mission of student safety and digital well-being, the company has a number of exciting announcements of services to further bring their communities together. 

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

• Linewize Website: https://www.linewize.com/
• Linewize On Twitter: https://twitter.com/linewize
• Linewize On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/linewize
• Linewize On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/linewize/

In this episode, I share why you need to stop choosing "One Word" for this year.  I give you my reasons on why to do this and what to do instead. If you're listening to this episode at FETC, I will probably cross paths with you. If you're going to TCEA this year, I'd love to chat with you in person and possibly break bread. I hope your 2023 is off to a great start and stay safe. Buen provecho!

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg
• What to Eat In New Orleans While At FETC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yJKcILRtiQ

In this episode, I chat with local San Antonio curriculum coach, Roxanne Moran to close out 2022. Well… I actually ask her 5 EdTech and 5 Foodie questions. Each question Roxanne gets correct throws a Dunkin' gift card into a pot to giveaway on Twitter. In order to be entered into the drawing of these gift cards, all you have to do is reply to the Tweet linked below. Who doesn't want to start off 2023 with a Dunkin' gift card? We recorded this trivia episode at Arctic Ape Wild Desserts in San Antonio. This place has hundreds of frozen yogurt combinations to choose from so if you're in the San Antonio area, check them out! Do you think you can answer these questions correctly? Give it a shot and let me know how you did. Happy New Year and Buen Provecho!

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

Roxanne is a curriculum coach in San Antonio, Texas. She enjoys working with teacher to help improve their craft. In addition to working with teachers, she also enjoys exploring new places to eat from all over. 

• Roxanne On Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoxanneIRL
• Roxanne On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roxanne.gm57

• Arctic Ape Wild Desserts Website: https://www.arcticapeyogurt.com/
• Arctic Ape Wild Desserts On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArcticApe
• Arctic Ape Wild Desserts On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arctic_ape/

In this episode, I share 5 must follow accounts on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. I break down each account and why I follow them as well as why you should as well. There's something for everyone in this episode, not just teachers. If you're an educational leader, coach, principal,  substitute, or foodie, give these a follow. Oh, by the way, I recorded this episode while having some of my wife's Santa Cookie Bars. Fire social media accounts and cookies?! Buen provecho!

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

• Bryon Carpenter: https://twitter.com/BryonCar
• Manny Curiel: https://twitter.com/MannyDiscoTech
• Amanda Fox: https://twitter.com/AmandaFoxSTEM
• Tim Needles: https://twitter.com/timneedles
• Wendy's: https://twitter.com/Wendys

• Jaime Donally: https://www.instagram.com/jaimedonally/
• Jennifer Donvaband: https://www.instagram.com/alamofoodie/
• J.R. Rivera: https://www.instagram.com/_jrrivera/
• FemPower Beauty: https://www.instagram.com/fempowerbeauty/
• Office Fans Only: https://www.instagram.com/officefansonly/

• Kristin and Joe Merrill AKD The Merrills EDU: https://www.tiktok.com/@themerrillsedu?_t=8YBgSERM4eh&_r=1
• Jeni Long and Sallee Clark AKA Jenallee: https://www.tiktok.com/@jenallee1?_t=8YBgXbSCqHz&_r=1
• Coach Creamer PhysEd: https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_creamer_physed?_t=8YBgezDEPvu&_r=1
• Nisha Momin: https://www.tiktok.com/@allpurposesweets?_t=8YBghAUF351&_r=1
• Zinnia Bayardo: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRVQcSvL/

In this episode, I chat with Slack for extracurricular communication between directors, coaches, parents, and students with Jarrett Lipman. Jarrett is the band director for the Claudia Taylor Johnson High School in San Antonio, Texas and uses Slack as the main channel for communicating with his band members and parents. We actually recorded this episode while eating pizza at my house. He also gives us some insight on what it's like to be a band director of such a high caliber band program. 

• EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
• EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
• EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

Since Claudia Taylor "Lady Bird" Johnson High School (CTJ) opened its doors in 2008, Jarrett Lipman, Director of Bands, has established a tradition of excellence both on the concert stage and on the marching field.  Under Jarrett's leadership, the CTJ Wind ensemble is a consistent Texas State Honor Band Finalist and performed at the 2019 Mid-West Clinic. On the field, the CTJ Marching Band was named the 2020 UIL 6A State Marching Champions, and is a multi-time Grand National Finalist and BOA Regional Champion.  Beyond CTJHS, Mr. Lipman has served student musicians as a member of the Cadets Brass Faculty (2010-2016) and presently as the Brass Caption Manager for the Boston Crusaders (2017-2022). Mr. Lipman specializes in professional development sessions that focus on creating a culture of excellence, recruiting and retaining students, and relationship building. He is passionate about sharing ideas and investing in the growth of other directors in our profession.

• Jarrett's Website: https://jarrettlipman.wpcomstaging.com/
• Jarrett Lipman On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JarrettELipman
• Jarrett On Twitter: https://twitter.com/jarrettlipman
• Jarrett On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarrett.lipman/

• Slack For Extracurricular Communication With Jarrett Lipman