In this episode , I share a quote from Wayne Dyer about the fact that we are all on our own paths and living our lives based on what we know and the conditions of our lives. I reflect on how going inward and putting a mirror up on myself has helped me become less judgemental and more credible.

In this episode, Dan shares a very techinical article about what a hypocrite is and all the types of hypocrites. We quickly realize that everyone is a hypocrite (it seems) in some, way, shape or form AND that it's better to be a honest hypocrite if we 'have' to be one. Who knew there were so many types of hypocrites??? Thanks for being here and enjoy!

In this episode, I document why thinking about how my lesson will help students 20 years from now has impacted how I teach and I reflect on how this builds credibility while focusing on the students real life/future.

In this episode, I read an excerpt from the book White Fragility by Robin Diangelo thatdescribing what white privilege is and reflect on why awareness is so important if we want race relations to improve.

In this episode I share a quote from Mark Twain about listening to great people versus listening to small people and how great people make others feel the same way.

In this episode, Mike shares an article he found on Pyschology Today by Dr. Nickerman about the benefits of trying new things. Specifically, the things Nickerman thinks about as he attempts new things in his life.

In this episode, I share something that's been working for me to build credibility. It's been the notion of explaining to students that what I'm thinking about while I'm making decisions as their teacher...so they see what I'm juggling and a way to build empathy for what we are all doing in the classroom.

In this episode, I share a story about students sharing their experiences of family members being racially profiled and my hope as to what positive impacts this may have for our future.

In this episode, I share what microaggressions are and three forms that show up in schools using Zaretta Hammond's book, Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain.

In this episode, I reflect on a quote from Wayne Dyer about what the future of education could look like if we value love along with curriculum in our schools.