School’s Out: The Podcast

In this solo episode, Host, Ashley Johnson, sits with the stillness that comes before a big shift; that quiet, uncertain space where something is ending, but the next thing hasn’t revealed itself yet. It’s not a breakdown, it’s a breather. A moment to rest before the reset.

In this episode of School’s Out, Ashley sits down with friend, Pastor and former teacher, Marvin Gilliam, to talk about the grief that often comes with leaving, losing, or transitioning out of a job. Together, they explore how letting go can feel like loss — but also how, with time, grief can reveal unexpected gifts. It’s a vulnerable and hopeful conversation about endings, identity, and what comes next.

In this episode of School’s Out: The Podcast, Ashley sits down with her friend and former teacher, affectionately known as Reynolds, to talk about the breaking point — that moment when you realize you just can’t do it anymore. Together, they unpack the emotional weight of staying too long, the fear of leaving, and what it really takes to choose yourself after the classroom. It’s honest, vulnerable, and a conversation so many educators will relate to.

In this first episode of School’s Out: The Podcast, former teacher, Ashley Johnson invites listeners to get to know the woman behind the mic. She shares her journey into education, what made her fall in love with teaching, and the pivotal moments that led her to start a new chapter. It’s an honest, heartfelt introduction to the voice (and story) behind the show.

In this first episode of School’s Out: The Podcast, Former Teacher, Ashley Johnson, invites listeners to get to know the woman behind the mic. She shares her journey into education, what made her fall in love with teaching, and the pivotal moments that led her to start a new chapter. It’s an honest, heartfelt introduction to the voice (and story) behind the show.

School’s Out: The Podcast is where real stories meet fresh starts. Hosted by Ashley Johnson, a former teacher turned full-time creative, this show explores what happens when the classroom chapter closes — by choice or by force — and a whole new life begins.