We've seen it in movies and TV shows. You've probably taken some of them growing up. This week, we know more about how after-school programs are bridging the gap between underprivileged kids and great opportunities. Jay chats with Chynna Salazar from AHA! Learning Center as she shares about what they do to help bridge this gap.

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Continuous professional development can take in many forms! This week, Jay sits down with Raquel Cabrieto of Malayang Diwa as they chat about coaching teachers, listening to their stories, and using their experiences as learning opportunities.

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Not every day is sunshine and rainbows. It's particularly tougher for educators, who do have to interact with other people too. This week, Jay shares how he tries (keyword: TRIES) to manage the days where you have to teach when you're not okay.

Trigger warning: This episode talks about elements of stress, loss, and despair.

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For the longest time, Filipinos have always had problems in our nation's education system. Ever wonder how it all came to be? This week, Jay sits down with Lakan Umali as he shares his knowledge on neoliberalism, and how it has shaped our education system (unfortunately) for the worse. He also offers an insight on what can be done about it for the meantime. #EducationIsARight

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Apologies for the internalized spazzing. It's our honor to have the wonderful sex educator, therapist, and podcaster Doc Rica Cruz on this episode! She shares her insights on sex education here in the Philippines, and proposes ways on how to adequately teach Filipinos about it.

Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of sex-related topics, including some that might be triggering to certain people. Listener discretion and parental guidance for minors is advised.

You can also check out Doc Rica on her podcasts Conservative Ako and The Sexy Minds Podcast, available now on your favorite streaming outlets! You can also catch her on her Facebook (facebook.com/thesexymind), Instagram and Twitter (@_ricacruz)!

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You know how in some schools, students would substitute for their teachers on Teachers' Day? And they'll be the ones to call the shots in the school for a day? And the teachers would get some rest or some form of appreciation?

Well, we're trying that. Only this time, it's not a student, but by a very special friend who's doing the subbing. And Jay is on the hot seat. Literally. It was 32 degrees Celsius in Manila when this was recorded.

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Recent news about romanticized struggles and massive undervalue of teachers got Jay mad. Buckle up, it's a doozy.

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Also, if you're a Filipino of voting age, register if you haven't already!

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It's a no-brainer: teachers are doing this for the kids. This week, Jay chats with Ash Diaz as she shares her experience being a former Teacher Fellow for Teach for the Philippines, and now being a learning coach for TULA Philippines. Listen as her passion radiates throughout the hour, and know her motivation as an educator runs deep.

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Twelve episodes in, and you're probably wondering how did Sir Jay become a teacher. Maybe you're thinking about being one yourself. This week, Jay shares his story, and maybe you can think about yours.

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In the first edition of #QuickNotes, Jay takes a moment to thank you all for your continued support of #ThePisaraTales! Also, he also takes the opportunity to tell you all about Ko-fi! (Not a sponsored ad, btw!) #InternationalPodcastDay #KofiPodcast

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