Episodes
May 13, 2024
19 - Kim Strobel Embraces the Messy
Founder Of Strobel Education, Motivational Speaker, Education Consultant, And Happiness Coach, Kim Strobel is the author of TEACH HAPPY: Small Steps to Big Joy.
As it says on her website, strobeleducation.com, “I’m also a re…
April 29, 2024
18 - Patrice Bain Embraces the Messy
In this episode, Shannon and Patrice Bain talk about how simple power tools can unleash the science of learning in your classroom...tomorrow! These power tools were created with how students learn in mind and they really he…
April 15, 2024
17 - Tyler Rablin Embraces the Messy
In this episode, Shannon and Tyler Rablin discuss his amazing new book, HACKING STUDENT MOTIVATION.
Tyler is an instructional coach, former high school English Language Arts teacher, assessment and educational technology co…
April 1, 2024
16 - Eric Francis Embraces the Messy
In this episode, Shannon interviews Erik Francis. Erik runs MAVERIK EDUCATION and he is an international author and presenter with over 25 years of experience working in education as a classroom teacher, a site administrator…
March 18, 2024
15 - Bryon Carpenter Embraces the Messy
In this episode, Shannon interviews Bryon Carpenter, a teacher in Abbotsford BC Canada. He teaches media design, math, and chemistry. In the conversation, Bryon and Shannon talk about his podcast, Fresh Air At Five, which is…
March 4, 2024
14 - Annick Rauch Embraces the Messy
In this episode, Shannon and Annick Rauch discuss Annick's beautiful book, PheMOMenal Teacher: Pursue Your Dreams and still Be Your Best Self at Work and at Home. Before the conversation, Shannon reveals that she's struggli…
Feb. 19, 2024
13 -Livia Chan Embraces the Messy
In this episode, Shannon speaks with British Columbia educator, author, speaker and "atomic habits" champion, Livia Chan. They dive into gratitude and the impact meaningful connections have had on themselves and others.
Be…
Feb. 5, 2024
12 - Marisa Thompson Embraces the Messy
In this episode, Shannon talks with instructional coach, presenter, and classroom teacher, Marisa Thompson. Marisa resides in California and is famous for supporting teachers with her TQE method and other strategies that put…
Jan. 29, 2024
11 - BONUS EPISODE - Intentional Assessment
In this bonus, solo episode Shannon shares how intentionally using standards-based grading and learning is what actually changes how students view proficiency levels.
Link to resource mentioned: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/f…
Jan. 22, 2024
10 - Chris Carson Embraces the Messy
In this conversation, Shannon talks with her former student, Chris Carson, who is now an actor in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Shannon and Chris talk about how he got bit by the acting bug and his acting journey over…
Jan. 8, 2024
9 - Tom Schimmer Embraces the Messy
In this conversation, Shannon talks with author, speaker, and consultant, Tom Schimmer about his new book, Redefining Student Accountability: A Proactive Approach to Teaching Behavior Outside the Gradebook. From Vancouver, B…
Dec. 18, 2023
8 - Lainie Rowell Embraces the Messy
In this conversation, Shannon talks with author, speaker, and consultant, Lainie Rowell about gratitude's impact on educators and students.
Lainie Rowell lives in Huntington Beach, California. She is a bestselling author, …
Dec. 4, 2023
7 - Katie White Embraces the Messy
In this conversation, Shannon talks with author, speaker, and consultant, Katie White about assessment, consulting, the Canadian Assessment for Learning Network, and how when educators get together, magical things happen.
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Nov. 20, 2023
6 - Dr. Shelley Moore Embraces the Messy
Before her conversation with Shelley Moore, Shannon challenges educators to envision not just grade level expectations confined to a rigid period of time, but an inclusive classroom where all learners have goals and don't ne…
Nov. 6, 2023
5 - Lisa Baylis Embraces the Messy
In this conversation, Shannon discusses mindfulness and self-compassion with Lisa Baylis, who is an expert in these areas. She is a former teacher and school counsellor. She is the author of Self-Compassion for Educators an…
Oct. 23, 2023
4 - Dr. Heather Lyon Embraces the Messy
In this episode, Shannon talks about engagement with an expert in the field, Dr. Heather Lyon. Dr. Lyon is a certified Reading Specialist and has a Ph.D. in Educational Administration. Currently, she is an Assistant Superin…
Oct. 9, 2023
3 - Phil Stringer Embraces the Messy
In this episode, Shannon interviews Phil Stringer who currently teaches Math at an independent school in Vancouver, British Columbia. He has found that investing time in understanding how students think can have a lasting, p…
Sept. 25, 2023
2 - Natalie Vardabasso Embraces the Messy
In this episode, Shannon interviews Natalie Vardasso. Natalie is an educator, Solution Tree coach and speaker, and passionate learner. Driven to make education empowering for all, she has developed expertise in equitable ass…
Sept. 11, 2023
1 - Trevor Mackenzie Embraces the Messy
In this episode, interviews Trevor Mackenzie. Trevor is an educator and a highly sought-after speaker and presenter on the topic of inquiry, literally travelling the world to share his expertise. He is the author of several …