The Heart of Teaching

By Dave Ruzycki

The Heart of Teaching is a podcast where teacher Dave Ruzycki passes on lessons and stories from his 43 year teaching career, interviews past students, talks current events, and much more!... more

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How many episodes does The Heart of Teaching have?

The podcast currently has 143 episodes available.

The Heart of Teaching episodes:

September 01, 2026 142 - Conduct
A new football program, challenging players, Gotham City, a big stick, and some discipline, all come together in this remastered episode dealing with respect and quality of character.
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8min
August 25, 2026 141 - Boys to Men
A caring principal, young football players without dads, and five points all come together in this episode.

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6min
August 18, 2026 140 - My Best Coach
A remastered episode dealing with what I learned from the single "Best Coach" I ever had as a mentor. Sadly, Dave Easley passed away on October 12th, 2025, at 78 years of age. Lots to reflect on for all those that work with young athletes! Rest In peace my friend!

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13min
August 11, 2026 139 - The Desmond Project
A story of a former student’s battle with substance use, the effects on those around him, and honouring his story, by finding a new path to communicate the realities of addiction in schools.

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21min
August 04, 2026 138 - The Best
A great story about challenges, dedication to a goal, perseverance, and one of the best female athletes I have ever coached in track and field! Enjoy!
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9min
July 28, 2026 137 - Motivation
A remastered episode which features a humiliating football game, a clear understanding of loyalty and discipline, jars of baby food, and a Coastal Championship.
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11min
July 21, 2026 136 - Imagery
A grade 10 planning class, a psychologist, a bully, 2 rabbits, dress clothes, a soccer game, and a cold glass of water all come together to help explain the concept of imagery. Enjoy!

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10min
July 15, 2026 135 - IQ vs EQ
A remastered episode which features a grade 3 classroom, a group of grade 12 Physics students, a questionable teacher candidate, and a homeless football player. They all come together when discussing I.Q. and E.Q.! Enjoy!

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19min
July 07, 2026 134 - The Letter
A great athlete, a poor attitude, a confrontation, and an invaluable life lesson for a grade 12 student. Lots to reflect on!
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8min
June 30, 2026 133 - Karma
An old car, some bad kids, and a powerful life lesson related to Karma all come together in this episode.
This is a lost episode that has been remastered, renumbered, and reposted. Enjoy!

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10min

FAQs about The Heart of Teaching:

How many episodes does The Heart of Teaching have?

The podcast currently has 143 episodes available.