This week I just wanted to give you a quick update on what I've been working on and some great study tips to try out this year. Check out the show notes, and tune in next week for an interview with Mr. Antonetti, principal of Sachem High School East.

Show Notes:

How to Study Better in High School: 16 Expert Tips: https://blog.prepscholar.com/how-to-study-better-in-high-school

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/cellini2020

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChickenNugCast

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_N9Q9qxGIDDkWKEbABjt8Q?view_as=subscriber

In this episode, I sit down with friend and fellow teacher Brian Funk to talk about music, video games, reading, becoming a teacher, and strategies for having success in the upcoming school year.

Show Notes:

Email: [email protected]

Mr. Cellini on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cellini2020 

Mr. Cellini on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChickenNugCast

Mr. Cellini on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_N9Q9qxGIDDkWKEbABjt8Q

The “Seinfeld Strategy” for Stopping Procrastination: https://jamesclear.com/stop-procrastinating-seinfeld-strategy

Mr. Funk’s Music Production Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/music-production-podcast/id1212124420

LI Retro Gaming Expo: https://expo.liretro.com

Becoming a Teacher: Tips From Career Changers: https://lesley.edu/article/becoming-a-teacher-tips-from-career-changers

12 Ways to Create a Safe and Effective Space for Student Learning: https://braveintheattempt.com/2018/02/17/12-ways-to-create-a-safe-and-effective-space-for-student-learning/

A career worth remembering: Jim Abbott: https://www.mlb.com/news/jim-abbott-career-worth-remembering

On this week's show, I share my first of many tips for getting yourself ready for a new school year! Please check out the links in the show notes to read the articles I referred to in the episode. I can't stress enough how important it is to get enough sleep!

Show Notes:

Mr. Cellini on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cellini2020/ 

Mr. Cellini on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChickenNugCast

Why a Regular Sleep Schedule Matters to Your Health: https://thesleepdoctor.com/2020/03/21/why-a-regular-sleep-schedule-matters-to-your-health/

Evening Screen Time Can Sabotage Sleep: https://www.sciencenewsforstudents.org/article/evening-screen-time-can-sabotage-sleep

Sachem Public Library: https://www.sachemlibrary.org

Console Wars: Sega, Nintendo, and the Battle That Defined a Generation: https://www.amazon.com/Console-Wars-Blake-J-Harris-audiobook/dp/B00K0M8TR4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=console+wars&qid=1597178823&sr=8-1

On this week’s show, we’re going to conclude our three-part series on cooking with three more interviews. You'll get to hear from two of my former students, and from a Sachem East graduate who is currently in culinary school. If you haven’t already done so, I’d recommend checking out episodes four and five so that you get to hear all the different benefits of preparing your own food.

Show Notes (In Order of Mention): 

Mr. Cellini on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChickenNugCast

Mr. Cellini on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cellini2020/

Email: [email protected]

Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC): https://www.goarmy.com/rotc.html 

Channell’s Famous Penne all Vodka: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cx7QXsAOHZUkDmYQrgN1-fKR1JzRS-LthcpOh79t8es/edit?usp=sharing

Channel’s Favorite Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe: https://diethood.com/air-fryer-buffalo-cauliflower-bites/

Francesca’s Famous Chicken Alla Romana: https://docs.google.com/document/d/168-p-qDxVzXuBxuFufTmobckhdDZUfxnXJlLh5olkhU/edit?usp=sharing

Ferrara’s Bakery in Little Italy: http://www.ferraranyc.com 

How the Napoleon Dessert Got its Name: http://www.carlinosrestaurant.com/how-the-napoleon-got-its-name/

Chefsteps on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/chefsteps/ 

Megan Rubin on Instagram: https://instagram.com/chef_meganh?igshid=171hihejofs8q

*Correction: Megan Rubin graduated from Sachem East in 2019

In this episode, my guest Jamie Waller and I continue discussing the social and mental-health benefits of cooking, as well as the importance of being open to new opportunities. Remember, you can commit to something and take a risk on a new path in life, whether that is a new college major or a new career choice. You can always make a change if you find out later that you made the wrong choice. As long as you work hard at whatever you do and make good connections with other people along the way, you will find success.

Episode 5 Show Notes (In Order of Mention):

People Dedicated to Quality (PDQ)

Stony Brook University (SBU 101)

Career Change Statistics

De'Longhi Corporation

This is What Tom From Myspace is Doing Now

Recipe for Matzo Brei

Māori Culture in New Zealand

Basic Mashed Potatoes

Homemade Crunch Wrap Supreme

In part one of this two-part series of episodes, we are going to take a look at the many benefits of cooking and baking as a hobby. Last week we talked about developing intrinsic motivation, which is the motivation to accomplish a goal that comes from within. Another way to develop intrinsic motivation that we didn’t talk about last time is to put yourself in positions where you can have a series of successes in a short period of time. With success comes more confidence in yourself, and a feeling that you can accomplish more complex goals

I personally believe that cooking is a fun and easy way to put yourself in a position to have success. There are so many simple foods that you can make that are tasty and sure to be a big hit, should you decide to share your creation with family or friends

Listen as three others and myself discuss how cooking is a fun way to build your self-confidence and motivation.

Episode 3 Show Notes (In Order of Mention):

Mr. Cellini on Instagram

7 Surprising Ways Cooking Can Boost Your Mental Health

15 Benefits of Cooking at Home for Your Mind, Health, Couple and Wallet

Oreo Cooking Balls

U.S. Civil Air Patrol

Rosanna Pansino on YouTube

Adrianna’s Chocolate Chip M&M Cookies

Adrianna’s Peppermint Sugar Cookies

The Man in the High Castle on Amazon Prime

Gina’s Pampered Chef Page

Cooking With Gina

Gina’s Gourmet Kitchen

Tasty on YouTube 

Gina’s Favorite Meat Sauce

8 Basic Cooking Techniques Every Beginner Should Know

10 Essential Cooking Methods Everyone Should Know

Jason’s Famous Macaroni and Cheese

Episode 3 Show Notes:

Building Intrinsic Motivation

Mr. Cellini’s “I Wont’ Back Down” Music Video

Boy Scouts of America

Girl Scouts of America

The Ketogenic Diet: A Detailed Beginner's Guide to Keto

Intermittent Fasting 101 — The Ultimate Beginner's Guide

Contact the Show: [email protected]

In episode two of the Chicken Nugget Day podcast, I discuss the importance of a fresh start and how to set yourself on a new path towards new goals. Also in this episode is an interview between myself and one of my former students from my first year of teaching. We discuss chicken nuggets, life post-Sachem East, and offer advice for today's high school kids.

Websites discussed and/or used to produce some of the content discussed in this episode:  

10 Ways to Reboot Your Life and Get a Fresh Start

5 Steps to a Fresh Start

‘Flow’ Can Help You Achieve Goals

Here Are the Billionaires Backing Donald Trump’s Campaign

Here Are the Billionaires Backing Joe Biden’s Presidential Campaign

No, That Company Cannot Fund Trump’s Campaign

Wendy’s Faces Backlash on Twitter After Franchise Donates $440,000 to Trump

What is a Political Action Committee (PAC)?

In this first episode, Mr. Cellini introduces his listeners to the meaning behind the show's title, Chicken Nugget Day, and explains the purpose behind creating this podcast.

Be sure to check out more of Mr. Cellini's content on his YouTube channel!