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If you are having Sunday Scaries, listen to this episode!

Jen and Kim retell a spermy squid tale they heard on Night Classy that will make you rethink what to swallow. They give new teachers a few tips, and they delve into some Twisted Irish Lit.  Just know that you will have a new understanding of Tit for Tat and appreciate the nuances of dirty limericks. 
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What a wonderful interview! We had the pleasure of interviewing Jessica Madenford. 

After nearly two decades leading a classroom, Jessica now works with teachers and leaders of various roles to provide one-on-one life coaching, group coaching, team coaching, Reiki, and more to help teachers and leaders break free from the overwhelm and cultivate a life to love, find balance, and show up where it matters most!

Jessica provides tools and roadmaps to help educators and leaders break free from:

- Overwhelm from doing it all, all of the time, and feeling unappreciated
- Unrealistic expectations and demands placed upon them
- Anxiety, stress, and exhaustion leading to reduced productivity
- Imposter syndrome
- Sunday scaries!

It doesn’t have to be this way! 

Skills: Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) · Energy Healing · Emotional Intelligence · Podcasting · Motivational Speaking · Meditation · Mindfulness Meditation · Leadership Development · Public Speaking · Reiki · Life Coaching

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Welcome back, twisted listeners, to another mind-bending episode of the Twisted Teachers Podcast, the show that dives headfirst into all things education with a sprinkling of true crime, book talks, and now conspiracy theories. 

Get ready to buckle up for a wild ride as we explore two mind-boggling conspiracy theories that have infiltrated the realms of music and extraterrestrial encounters. Today, we're shining a spotlight on the enigmatic "Paul is Dead" theory and the mysterious world of alien abductions.

 The "Paul is Dead" theory, born in the 1960s, sent shockwaves through the music industry and sparked the imagination of fans worldwide. Was Paul McCartney, one of the Fab Four from The Beatles, replaced by an imposter after a fatal car crash? Join us as we sift through the clues, dissect the eerie album covers, and explore the hauntingly cryptic lyrics that left fans scrambling for answers.

But that's not all, twisted listeners. We'll then venture into the realm of alien abductions, a phenomenon that has captivated conspiracy theorists and skeptics alike. Are these encounters figments of the imagination, or is there a darker truth hidden in the depths of our universe? 

• https://www.beatlesbible.com/features/paul-is-dead/
• https://youtu.be/jziiOMeChrc
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wT-vQMBErbU
• https://youtu.be/YSleia44qkU
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pascagoula_Abduction
• https://youtu.be/SjlzeYiGLzc

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As we wave goodbye to summer and turn our eye toward the start of a new school year, we're confronting the realities of classroom preparation head-on. Remember the last time you moved house? Now imagine doing that every summer, but instead of a house, it's a classroom. We're unpacking, organizing, creating themes, curating libraries, and, yes, dealing with the heartbreak of dried-out dry-erase markers. Not to mention the silent expense of filling in the gaps for students who may not have everything they need.

Shifting focus from the physical to the conceptual, we take a deep look into the aesthetic expectations placed on teachers and the science behind our choices. We're not just crafting a learning environment, but a mini society, complete with a library, writing station, and a science exploration area. But it's not all glitter and glue. The pressure mounts when resources are stretched thin, and last-minute changes abound.

We're addressing the challenges of setting up on time, finding the right strategies to avoid the feeling of being 'stuck,' and acknowledging the sheer time commitment this important part of our profession requires. So, take a breath, grab a coffee, and join us as we navigate the highs and lows of preparing for the new school year. 

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Here is a quick catch-up episode. Kim tells about her journey to New Jersey, her trip to Kansas, and possibly being a witness at a hearing. Jen discusses her thoughts on her house and a potentially nefarious camping plan. Jen asserts that she would die if sweet pickles were the only food available on earth.
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We had another opportunity to interview Educator Andrea. Quite a bit has changed since our first interview with her. Andrea is smart, funny, and very relatable. She recently landed a dream job as a professor teaching education classes. She will bring her humor and insight to this new opportunity.

Here is our first interview with Andrea:

https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1774979/10279707-twisted-topics-staying-in-education-with-andrea-michelle.mp3?download=true

Read a little about Andrea.

I was a terrible student. I know, I know. I see those kids in my class who are zoned out, not engaged, exhausted, annoyed by my interference, and I just get it. I think who I was as a student actually makes me a stronger teacher and educational researcher. I know what it takes to engage a kid like me. I always go by the mantra: if I’m bored, they’re bored. Then, I change it up. 

I grew up in Southern California and attended a private Christian school, which, as I previously stated, I did not take advantage of. However, I had one teacher at that school that did get through to me: my English teacher. She handed me a B- on my paper, and she challenged me: “You can do better than this. You are capable of so much more than this, and I believe in you.” This changed me, and eventually, it led to my journey to education. 

I got my bachelor’s degree in English and a master’s degree in Education. As a first-year teacher, I was terrified and unprepared, but I fell in love with teaching immediately. To be more accurate, I fell in love with my students. Their struggles, their triumphs, and when I could make them laugh made my day. I knew that I’d found the dream career. 

Eventually, I found my way to a Master’s degree in English, and I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction. I am passionate about teaching and helping educators connect with their students in meaningful ways.

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Here's a great throwback episode!

Kim and Jen talk about why you shouldn't use the word pussy in class, no matter what the circumstances. They review their neighborhood pool rules, errant snake worms, and how "those parents" can make or break your day.

The Owl and the Pussy Cat:
https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/43188/the-owl-and-the-pussy-cat
Hammerhead Worms: https://www.thoughtco.com/hammerhead-worm-facts-4178101
Preservatives slow body decomposition: https://iheartintelligence.com/bodies-have-not-been-decomposing/

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Kim and Jen do a quick review of The Last Mrs. Parrish. They note the similarities between that book and The Housemaid by Freida McFadden. There is also a prequel to TLMP called The First Shot, which gives Amber's backstory.
Please, leave us a voice memo with suggestions for our next book. It's in the notes below

• https://www.amazon.com/Last-Mrs-Parrish-Novel/dp/0062667580
• https://www.amazon.com/Housemaid-absolutely-addictive-psychological-jaw-dropping-ebook/dp/B09TWSRMCB/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=602139636616&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9003551&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=2322803079026200286&hvtargid=kwd-1657705811681&hydadcr=22134_9764312&keywords=the+housemaid+by+freida+mcfadden&qid=1687735071&sr=8-1
• https://www.amazon.com/First-Shot-prequel-LAST-PARRISH-ebook/dp/B09LSN7D5J

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Hold on to your hats because Kim and Jen had a bad week. Jen tells her disturbing tale of her trip to New York. She found herself driving through downtown NY which only the brave do. She had a rental car crisis and a GPS glitch. Kim tried to take her personal trainer exam. The testing tyrants questioned her identity because she registered as KIM, and her ID says Kimberly. They woulden't let her take the test, and she went on a self-induced tantrum because they told her KIM was also a boy's name.

They talk about the girl who was refused her diploma because she danced across the stage. There was a Kindergarten graduation where the students received, gold plastic crowns, and the special needs kids received paper crowns. The only place this story is being told is on Tik ToK. Here is the creator who is talking about it: @jilieskolnik  (Both of these stories happened in Philadelphia.)

Finally, there was a woman in Ecuador buried alive. She was knocking from INSIDE the coffin to be let out. So, the moral of the story is that things could be worse. 

• https://www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia-girls-high-school-graduation-refused-diplomas-20230615.html

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Kim tells about the "Angel of Death" (Jane Toppan) who had a penchant for autopsies and the ability to drug and kill people with stolen drugs. Jen talks about the horrible case of Maria Ridulph. This case is sometimes known as the oldest cold case. 

• https://murderpedia.org/female.T/t/toppan-jane.htm
• https://worldofwonder.net/the-sordid-story-of-serial-killer-jolly-jane-toppan-nurse-and-an-angel-of-death/
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYv0DQYQ-o0
• https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2013/08/us/oldest-cold-case/ch3.html
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxbFaXphUnI

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