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February 02, 2025 Episode 55: The Intercontinental Yogi JBI
The Intercontinental Yogi JBI
Season 3 Episode 55
Welcome to
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast! The podcast where talking back to your teacher is encouraged and mandatory! I’m black at it again! Happy February and Happy Black History Month.
My guest today is Jessica! She is a globetrotting yoga instructor who practices yoga immensely herself. In her own words, “Yoga has completely changed my life.” Take a listen and find out how!
Topics discussed in this episode include:

Durango, Colorado
Travel
Countries traveled to: Italy, Spain (Barcelona), Central America (Nicaragua), El Salvador, Greece
In High School…
Greece for Free
Yoga on multiple continents
Groovy Yoga
What Yoga has done for Jessica
New Travel Plan
Van Living
Durango is SPECIAL
Lots of laugh and a great time was had by all. If you would like to support this podcast, share the link to this episode with friends. Also, I would appreciate it so much if you could leave a 5 start rating wherever you listen to your podcast. That brings additional traffic and listeners to this podcast.

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#lhhs #highschool #travel #explore #exlporeme #yoga
#yogateacher #durango #durangocolorado #educator #Texas #colorado #greece
#nicaragua

33 min
December 31, 2024 Episode 54: The Red Raider Returns
My guest this episode is the lovely Kennedy Kilgore. We met
a few years ago in 2021 and she is a 2023 high school graduate. She was a bright-eyed junior making a name for herself, and I was navigating life with about 8 months of experience within the district under my counseling belt. She had dreams of being a Red Raider. For those of you not familiar with this learning institution, I am referring to none other than the Red Raiders of
Texas Tech. Tech is in Lubbock, so approximately 299 miles away from PSHS.
On campus Kennedy is a Dean Student Ambassador within the college of Media and Communications. Ms. Kilgore is also an Advertising major.
Things to note about Texas Tech:
What Makes the Texas Tech Experience Different?
While being assertive and confident about our university,
Red Raiders also celebrate Texas Tech's West Texas roots. As the university's first president, Paul W. Horn, said, “Everything that is done on these West Texas Plains ought to be done on a big scale.”
You know that slogan, Everything is bigger in TX? This holds up to it.
Tech, as us Texas refer to it, goes out of their way to “embrace
our distinct sense of place and our identity, recognizing them as formidable forces that shape tomorrow.” With focuses that lie, “in showcasing the potential and the achievements of our community, fueled by a pioneering spirit.”
So Kennedy is back to chat with her favorite school
counselor (my words, not hers 😊) and we are just going to see how life has treated her since she departed Senior 18 or so month ago.

Topics we discuss on this episode of Talking Back to the Teacher
Being a Red Raider Rep
Coming Back
Dual Credit Courses Transferred
Finishing Early
Classes at Collin
Studying and Traveling Overseas
Meaningful Classes
Relationships and Connections
The Journey
End Game
Post High School

Links for this episode
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast Instagram Page
https://www.instagram.com/talkingbacktotheteacherpodcast/

Texas Tech IG Page:
https://www.instagram.com/texastech/?hl=en

Texas Tech University Website
https://www.ttu.edu/

Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast on YouTube Music
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8eHWBhsBlZ_04pnnVSLovhqAdYv97Neb
Supporting this Podcast:

One of the best ways you can support Talking Back to the
Teacher Podcast is by rating this podcast! I would love and appreciate receiving a 5 STAR rating on
whatever platform you listen to this podcast!

If you would like to financially support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwayne-ham/support

SPONSORS
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast is sponsored by TRENDS BY TORI STORE! Trends by Tori Store is a shop of handcrafted unique jewelry. At Trends by Tori Store custom pieces are
made, packaged and mailed to your doorstep. Great pricing and superior quality.
Custom ordering is available as well. Reach out on IG @trendsbytoristore

ABOUT THE HOST
Education Veteran Dwayne Ham is a lifelong learner. He has
served as a math educator for more than a decade and is presently a high school counselor. Listen as he invites lifelong friends, former students, and vibrant personalities to come and share stories and wisdom. With a podcast named for
the most egregious issues his own teacher(s) dealt with, he now encourages his students and former students to come along and “talk back” and “talk with” him.
#TalkingBackToTheTeacherPodcast #TalkingBackToTheTeacher #texastech #redraiders #texas #college #university #tbttt #podcast #teachers
#talkingbacktotheteacher #podcasts #spotify

21 min
November 28, 2024 Episode 53: Manifesting Me w/ Danielle Richardson
Welcome to Talking Back to the
Teacher Podcast
Season_2_ Episode_53_

My guest this episode is Danielle Richardson. Episode 53
will not disappoint! Go way back into time and you’ll have students at the top
of the stairs of OHS. That was my classroom. And in 3rd period, you
would have met Ms. Richardson. She is now a successful adult who is vacating
the hustle and bustle of the American Dream and now chasing her own
international dreams. She is sculpting her lifestyle and physique into her best
form yet! Listen to her journey and see
where she is headed next!

Topics we discuss on this episode of Talking Back to the
Teacher

Links for this episode
Thriving
Life is Chaos
Be Like Water
Half of Your Life
Remembering High School
Teachers
Manifesting and Making Colorado Happen
Loving and Love in Italy
Fitness and Health Journey
Loving Your Body
My Health Journey
No Fear
Hot Chocolate
Gary Mabe

GUEST Instagram Page
https://www.instagram.com/itsmedanninicole/

Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast Instagram Page

https://www.instagram.com/talkingbacktotheteacherpodcast/

Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast on YouTube Music

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8eHWBhsBlZ_04pnnVSLovhqAdYv97Neb

Supporting this Podcast:

One of the best ways you can support Talking Back to the
Teacher Podcast is by rating this podcast! I would love and appreciate
receiving a 5rating on
whatever platform you listen to this podcast!

If you would like to financially support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwayne-ham/support

SPONSORS
Talking Back to the
Teacher Podcast is sponsored by TRENDS BY TORI STORE! Trends by Tori Store is a
shop of handcrafter unique jewelry. At Trends by Tori Store custom pieces are
made, packaged and mailed to your doorstep. Great pricing and superior quality.
Custom ordering is available as well. Reach out on IG @trendsbytoristore

ABOUT THE HOST
Education Veteran Dwayne Ham is a lifelong learner. He has
served as a math educator for more than a decade and is presently a high school
counselor. Listen as he invites lifelong friends, former students, and vibrant
personalities to come and share stories and wisdom. With a podcast named for
the most egregious issues his own teacher(s) dealt with, he now encourages his
students and former students to come along and “talk back” and “talk with” him.

HASHTAGS

#TalkingBackToTheTeacherPodcast #TalkingBackToTheTeacher #tbttt #podcast #teachers #talkingbacktotheteacher #podcasts #spotify #podbean #hotchocolate #manifesting #fitness #training #gymaddict #Colorado #Florida #Italy #Poland #Travel

50 min
October 29, 2024 Episode 52: Horror and More with Adriana Reyna
Welcome to Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast
Season 2 Episode 52

My guest this episode is Adriana Reyna. Class of 2012
stand up! And Lake Highlands High School in Dallas, Texas stand up! Adriana’s story is a complex one and I think we may have to unpack it in a future episode.
But for today’s episode we are unpacking her crazy love and obsession with horror movies, scary things, and all of the theme parks that celebrate Halloween and all of that! She just got back from a 5 day trip to California in which she did all the Universal parks and haunted rides too! We met at the Haunted Castle Café in North Texas… Plano to be exact. Creepy music, random fake screams and
thunder rolls welcome us into this episode! Check us out!

Topics we discuss on this episode of Talking Back to the
Teacher

The Haunted Castle Café in Plano, TX
California
The Menu
Insidious
Universal Studios
Cedar Point
Trick or Treating
Freddy is my Dude
6 Flags Fright Fest
Bucket List
Project Fear
To Be Continued

Links for this episode
The Haunted Castle Café in Plano,TX

Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast Instagram Page

https://www.instagram.com/talkingbacktotheteacherpodcast/
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast on YouTube Music
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8eHWBhsBlZ_04pnnVSLovhqAdYv97Neb

Supporting this Podcast:
One of the best ways you can support Talking Back to the
Teacher Podcast is by rating this podcast! I would love and appreciate receiving a 5rating on whatever platform you listen to this podcast!

If you would like to financially support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwayne-ham/support

SPONSORS
TheGrind House Coffee Company.
Veteran-owned and operated. I endorse this product. It is a great product.

ABOUT THE GUEST
My guest this week
is Adriana Reyna. This 2012 Lake Highlands High School graduated was originally
born in Monterrey, Mexico and now resides in the DFW area of Texas. When I tell
you she loves horror movies, and all things scary, I mean it! We worked together at LH and developed a great and hilarious friendship. I sat down with her at the Haunted Castle Café just as the Halloween season was kicking off! Thanks for joining me Adri and shout out to Meowita and Puppito!

ABOUT THE HOST
Education Veteran Dwayne Ham is a lifelong learner. He has served as a math educator for more than a decade and is presently a high school counselor. Listen as he invites lifelong friends, former students, and vibrant
personalities to come and share stories and wisdom. With a podcast named for the most egregious issues his own teacher(s) dealt with, he now encourages his
students and former students to come along and “talk back” and “talk with” him.

HASHTAGS

#TalkingBackToTheTeacherPodcast #TalkingBackToTheTeacher #tbttt
#podcast #teachers #talkingbacktotheteacher #podcasts #spotify #applepodcasts
#podbean #halloween #fridaythe13th #nightmareonelmstreet #texas #mexico #horror #freddyvsjason
23 min
October 17, 2024 Episode 51: Hometown to High Tech
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast
Season 2 Episode 51

My guest this episode is Brenden Dickerson. Founder and Owner of ProTechPlaybook. Brenden works in the TECH sector when it comes to his professional career, but allowed his passion to expand outside of the traditional workspace. Brenden is a graduation of Miami University, in Oxford, Ohio and dropped in to chat with me on all things Elyria, career, business, and you guessed it TECHNOLOGY!
Born and raised in Elyria, Ohio, he shares a bit about life
and the destinations he has been open to residing in. I sat with him just as he returned from his honeymoon with his beautiful bride, Emma.
He is a Miami University Alumni member and also is a member of Love and Honor: ATX Miami University 2025 Host Committee
Topics we discuss on this episode:

Fondest Memory of Elyria, Ohio
Ms. Belcher
Being a Student Athlete
Capital University to Miami University
Uprooting and Relocating
Extended Family
Nerds and Tech
ProTechPlayBook
Representation
Future Investments
Emma
Rivalry Wager

Links for this episode
My Guest Brenden’s Linkedin Page https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenden-m-dickerson-8154a291
Email Brenden @ [email protected]
Contact Brenden on Instagram

Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast Instagram page
https://www.instagram.com/talkingbacktotheteacherpodcast/

Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast on YouTube Music
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8eHWBhsBlZ_04pnnVSLovhqAdYv97Neb

Supporting this Podcast:
One of the best ways you can support Talking Back to the
Teacher Podcast is by rating this podcast! I would love and appreciate receiving a 5 STAR rating on whatever platform you listen to this podcast!

If you would like to financially support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwayne-ham/support

SPONSORS
GrindHouseCoffeeCompany

ABOUT THE HOST
Public education veteran Dwayne Ham is a lifelong learner. He has served as a math educator for more than a decade and is presently a high school counselor. Listen as he invites lifelong friends, former students, and vibrant
personalities to come and share stories and wisdom. With a podcast named for the most egregious issues his own teacher(s) dealt with, he now encourages his students and former students to come along and “talk back” and “talk with” him.
#protechplaybook #Tech #BigTech #Technology #austintx #austintexas #austin #texas #Miamiuniversity #TalkingBackToTheTeacherPodcast #tbttt
#podcast #talkingbacktotheteacher #podcasts #spotify #applepodcasts #podbean

38 min
September 23, 2024 Episode 50: The Ebullient Emerald Jordan
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast
Season 2 Episode 50: The Ebullient Emerald Jordan
Episode 50: The Ebullient Emerald Jordan

Emerald Jordan is a 2018 LHHS Graduate! She came to my class from Jackson, Mississippi, and shed some light on life in Jackson. She rocked my class, and left a lasting impression for sure.
She teaches classes at a Diva Dance studio in Plano, Texas! Ya'll she can DANCE, dance!!
Also, shout out to my longtime friend Toshe Phillips, who loves her Diva Dance class she participates in the Atlanta, GA area. Diva Dance has locations throughout the country!

Topics Discussed in this Episode:
Furnishing a Residence using Dollar tree
Jackson, Mississippi
The Reservoir.
Jackson State
A Fresh Start in Texas
E-Customs (@_e.customs_) Instagram
College Student?
Emerald the Hustler
Diva Dance and the 3 C’s
Art on Display (Money Bouquets & Gift Boxes)
Origin Story
Hearing from God

Contacting my Guest Emerald Jordan
Instagram: @_e.customs_
Email Emerald: [email protected]

{E-Customs specializes in customized gift boxes. Based in
the DFW area of Texas, gift boxes can be created for holidays or any special
events. Contact Emerald at esj

https://www.instagram.com/p/BnyVYhKl7-0/?igsh=MXZxMGg3ZXU2MnFyZg%3D%3D&img_index=6
See that pic with those 4 handsome men? Emerald's first sold art frame now houses it. That launched the entrepreneur life for her in High School! That is frame is an
_e.customs_ original before the brand ever began!

#moneybouquet #divadance #cardio #emerald #LHHS #art #artist #dancer #dance #divadanceplano #divadancetexas
24 min
August 29, 2024 Episode 49: The Limning of Laura
Welcome to Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast
Season 2 Episode 49
My guest this episode is Laura! Man… this woman has done it all in her career. Law enforcement, finance, real estate, entrepreneurship, motherhood. Growing up in Dallas, her diverse upbringing has exposed her to so
much. She presently run a business with her husband who is an amazing life and business partner. We go back almost a dozen year now and our friendship is always
a lot of fun, laughter, and we challenge and encourage each other.

Topics we discuss on this episode of Talking Back to the
Teacher
Summer Snippets
Lake Highlands
Lunch Duty and Comic
Books
School Security
The Memory of Christopher Dwayne Gibson
Police Officer
Two-person Team
Waffle House
Adriana
Glitter
ANOTHER Degree for me
Accountability Partners
Literature
Rowing

Links for this episode

Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast Instagram Page
https://www.instagram.com/talkingbacktotheteacherpodcast/

Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast on YouTube Music

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8eHWBhsBlZ_04pnnVSLovhqAdYv97Neb
Supporting this Podcast:

One of the best ways you can support Talking Back to the
Teacher Podcast is by rating this podcast! I would love and appreciate receiving a 5rating on whatever platform you listen to this podcast!

If you would like to financially support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwayne-ham/support

SPONSORS
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast is sponsored by TRENDS BY TORI STORE! Trends by Tori Store is a
shop of handcrafter unique jewelry. At Trends by Tori Store custom pieces are made, packaged and mailed to your doorstep. Great pricing and superior quality.
Custom ordering is available as well. Reach out on IG @trendsbytoristore

ABOUT THE HOST
Education Veteran Dwayne Ham is a lifelong learner. He has served as a math educator for more than a decade and is presently a high school counselor. Listen as he invites lifelong friends, former students, and vibrant
personalities to come and share stories and wisdom. With a podcast named for the most egregious issues his own teacher(s) dealt with, he now encourages his
students and former students to come along and “talk back” to him and share life stories and lessons.

#TalkingBackToTheTeacherPodcast #TalkingBackToTheTeacher #tbttt
#podcast #teachers #talkingbacktotheteacher #podcasts #spotify #applepodcasts
#podbean #hotchocolate #police #lawenforcement #entreprenuers #entrepreneurship
#realestate #investment #investing #invest
39 min
July 10, 2024 Episode 48: Riding with Ninja Noy
START YOUR ENGINES!!
My guest this episode is Ninja Noy! Former student of mine from way back in the day in Florida. She is a motorcycle rider, and online content producer. Her bike of choice in a ninja bike, hence the name! Right now it's a Kawasaki.
Topics we discuss on this episode of Talking Back to the
Teacher
New Opportunities
Facebook to the Rescue
Recording Rides
Kory the Duck
Racing
Noods
For a Beginner…
Record Forever and the Future

Links for this episode

The Official NINJA NOY Instagram Page
https://www.instagram.com/mrsfloridapetite23/?ref=jyangting.com

Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast Instagram Page
https://www.instagram.com/talkingbacktotheteacherpodcast/
Supporting this Podcast:

One of the best ways you can support Talking Back to the
Teacher Podcast is by rating this podcast! I would love and appreciate receiving a 5rating on whatever platform you listen to this podcast!

If you would like to financially support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwayne-ham/support

SPONSORS
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast is sponsored by The Grind House Coffee Company.
"At Grind House Coffee Company, our goal is to deliver coffee of the highest quality that truly reflects the hard work and dedication of our customers. We source our coffee beans from around the world, use environmentally responsible techniques, and only the best ingredients to provide you with a coffee experience that energizes you throughout the day and embodies our passion for the grind."
https://thegrindhousecoffeecompany.com/
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast is also sponsored by TRENDS BY TORI STORE! Trends by Tori Store is a
shop of handcrafter unique jewelry. At Trends by Tori Store custom pieces are made, packaged and mailed to your doorstep. Great pricing and superior quality.
Custom ordering is available as well. Reach out on IG @trendsbytoristore

ABOUT THE HOST
Education Veteran Dwayne Ham is a lifelong learner. He has served as a math educator for more than a decade and is presently a high school counselor. Listen as he invites lifelong friends, former students, and vibrant
personalities to come and share stories and wisdom. With a podcast named for the most egregious issues his own teacher(s) dealt with, he now encourages his
students and former students to come along and “talk back” and “talk with” him.
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast Season 2 Episode 48
#ninja #noods #kawasaki #300cc #TalkingBackToTheTeacherPodcast #tbttt #podcast #teachers #podcasts #spotify #spotifypodcasts #applepodcasts #podbean #hotchocolate
27 min
July 02, 2024 Episode 47: Discussing Aeipathy with Anjalika
Welcome to Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast
Season 2 Episode 47 featuring Anju!
Topics we discuss on this episode of Talking Back to the
Teacher

My guest this episode is Anjalika Kumar. When it comes to high-achieving successful students, she is top-notch. Top 1.5% of her graduating class. Steller Athlete. Conscious thinker and pontificator. She is an avid Dallas Mavs fan, and can really go toe-to-toe with you about her favorite NFL team, the Pittsburgh Steelers. Girl keeps me on my toes when we banter about the AFC North.
Chronological Order of Topics Discussed:
The Busiest Summer Ever
Congrats and Accolades
Being a Student Athlete
Tennis
Union College Bound
Speaking at Graduation
Plano is the Place to Be
VIP Staff members
HOT CHOCOLATE

Links for this episode
Plano Senior High Class of 2024 Graduation
Anju’s speech begins at the 35:10 (35 minutes and 10 seconds) mark.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5p0HZkQ9JWo&pp=ygUocGxhbm8gc2VuaW9yIGhpZ2ggc2Nob29sIGdyYWR1YXRpb24gMjAyNA%3D%3D

New York Times Article June 7th 20024 “Best
Cities for a US Family”
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/06/realestate/best-cities-us-family.html

My Guest's Instagram Page
https://www.instagram.com/anjalika_kumar_/

Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast Instagram Page
https://www.instagram.com/talkingbacktotheteacherpodcast/

Supporting this Podcast:

One of the best ways you can support Talking Back to the
Teacher Podcast is by rating this podcast! I would love and appreciate receiving a 5 STAR rating on
whatever platform you listen to this podcast!

If you would like to financially support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwayne-ham/support

SPONSORS
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast is sponsored by TRENDS BY TORI STORE! Trends by Tori Store is a
shop of handcrafter unique jewelry. At Trends by Tori Store custom pieces are made, packaged and mailed to your doorstep. Great pricing and superior quality.
Custom ordering is available as well. Reach out on IG @ trendsbytoristore

#TalkingBackToTheTeacherPodcast #TalkingBackToTheTeacher #tbttt #podcast #teachers #talkingbacktotheteacher #podcasts #spotify #applepodcasts #podbean #hotchocolate #unioncollege #mba #pshs #planoseniorhigh #planoseniorhighschool #planosenior #chaseoakschurch
33 min
June 19, 2024 Episode 46: Cars and the Cabochon that is Courtney
My guest on episode 46 is Courtney. Courtney is a recent graduate and is preparing to head to college! She loves getting her hands dirty and thoroughly enjoys the auto shop! She definitely knows her way around a car and the garage.

List of topics below:

Wrapping Up High School
Auto Tech Class with her Best Friend
Favorite Auto Project
Graduation Fears & Graduation Day
Big Day Shoe Debacle
Missing Faces at Graduation
May 26th’s Plan
First Summer, then SOONER|
Lemme Gas You Up
Advice for Juniors
Off to Norman!

Links for this episode
Plano Senior Auto Tech Program
https://www.facebook.com/p/Plano-Senior-High-School-Auto-Technology-100072122733087/

The University of Oklahoma
https://www.ou.edu/

Oklahoma Admissions
https://ou.edu/academics

Oklahoma Sports
https://soonersports.com/

Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast Instagram Page
https://www.instagram.com/talkingbacktotheteacherpodcast/

Supporting this Podcast:

One of the best ways you can support Talking Back to the
Teacher Podcast is by rating this podcast! I would love and appreciate receiving a 5 STAR rating on whatever platform you listen to this podcast!

If you would like to financially support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwayne-ham/support

SPONSORS
Talking Back to the Teacher Podcast is sponsored by TRENDS BY TORI STORE! Trends by Tori Store is a
shop of handcrafted unique jewelry. At Trends by Tori Store custom pieces are made, packaged and mailed to your doorstep. Great pricing and superior quality.
Custom ordering is available as well. Reach out on IG @trendsbytoristore

HASHTAGS

#TalkingBackToTheTeacherPodcast #TalkingBackToTheTeacher #tbttt
#podcast #teachers #talkingbacktotheteacher #podcasts #spotify #applepodcasts #students
#podbean #hotchocolate
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