Season 3

May 22, 2022

Wrapping up the 2021-2022 School Year and a Big Announcement

I reflect on the 2021-2022 School Year in episode 109 of the Pixel Classroom Podcast. A year that was like no other for me both professional and personally. Also in this episode, a big, big announcement for my career. Thank …
May 13, 2022

Remembering artist, writer and comic book legend, George Perez

In episode 108, I talk about the legendary comic book artist, George Perez who passed away on May 6, 2022. I talk about his career in comics, when I first discovered his work. Meeting him in person at conventions and what hi…
May 8, 2022

Markertown and The Hitchhiker's Educators Guide to the Canva Classroom Reviews

In episode 107 I review the books Markertown and The Hitchhiker's Educators Guide to the Canva Classroom both by Amanda Fox. Both books are have a plethora of great resources, tips, PBL, STEAM, UDL, UBL and DOK for your clas…
May 1, 2022

Episode 106, Walking the Career Path

In this episode, I talk about the Path we walk in our Careers from professional to personal. Sharing my own struggles and successes and sadly stories that plague many of us as we try to be happy and successful in our careers…
April 25, 2022

Episode 105 Book Review Instructional Coaching Connection by Dr. Nathan Lang-Raad

To bring the month of April to a close, I review Instructional Coaching Connection by Dr. Nathan Lang-Raad. I go over the highlights of the book. What you can get out of it whether you are new to instructional coaching or a …
April 18, 2022

Episode 104 with guest, Benjamin Brazeau

Ben Brazeau is an expert in technology integration. He is a former high school social studies teacher and instructional technology coach; a current Instructional Technology Coordinator and passionate advocate for education. …
April 6, 2022

Episode 103 with Theresa Hoover, co-author of Pass the Baton

On episode 103, I am joined by Theresa Hoover, who is a music educator, speaker, and writer. She is an advocate for student voice in the music room and helps teachers empower students throughout their musical experiences by …
April 4, 2022

Deploying EduProtocols Review and Podcasts you should Checkout

In episode 102, I review Deploying EduProtocols by Kimberly M. Voge with Jon Corippo & Marlena Hebern the fourth in the EduProtocols series . If you are looking how to bring the EduProtocols to your curriculum, this is the b…
March 28, 2022

Episode 101, After 100 episodes, now what?

In the 101st episode, I reflect on what comes next for the Pixel Classroom Podcast. Reflecting on the past three years, all the experiences, failures and more. I decide it's time to move forward in many things from the podca…
March 21, 2022

The Big 100th episode with special guest, Matthew Aldis

For the BIG 100th EPISODE I am joined by my old friend and amazing graphic designer and improv ninja, Matthew Aldis. Matt Aldis, founder of Aldis Design, stumbled into the world of design 23 years ago, and has rubbed shoulde…
March 14, 2022

Episode 99, Book Reviews of Pass the Baton, Adaptable and Impact Cycle

In episode 99, I review the books, Pass the Baton by Kathryn Finch and Theresa Hoover. Adaptable by A.J. Jullani and The Impact Cycle by Jim Knight. Great books all around for instructional coaching, music education and blen…
March 7, 2022

Pixel Classroom Podcast, Episode 98 with Zach Joiner

I'm joined by friend friend and fellow podcaster, Zachary Joiner from https://www.spidey-dude.com/ . We discuss the origins of our podcast, our love of Spider-Man. The building and creation of the Spidey-Dude Network. Consum…
Feb. 28, 2022

The Pixel Classroom Podcast Episode 97, with special guest Julie Smith

I'm joined by Master of the Media author, Julie Smith. Julie is on the faculty of the School of Communications at Webster University in St Louis where she teaches courses on media literacy and digital media. She is the autho…
Feb. 20, 2022

The Pixel Classroom Podcast, Episode 96 being a Star Trek Fan

Welcome to episode 96 as I warp into my love of Star Trek. In this episode, I talk about the history of Star Trek, how I discovered it and why the message of Gene Rodenberry is more important than ever in education. Expect a…
Feb. 14, 2022

The Pixel Classroom Podcast Episode 95, the Instructional Coaching Journey

In this episode, I talk about my Instructional Coaching Journey, from when I first learned of the term and what I have been doing to get closer to being an Instructional Technology Coach for school districts. An emotional jo…
Feb. 7, 2022

Episode 94 with Jeffrey Westhoff

Jeffrey Westhoff has served as a film critic, feature writer, reporter, and copy editor in his career as a journalist. He wrote his first novel, The Boy Who Knew Too Much , while working as a freelance writer. He has finishe…
Jan. 31, 2022

The Pixel Classroom Podcast episode 93, Plan like a Pirate author, Dawn Morris

Dawn Harris is a passionate and energetic educator who lives by the motto, “Relationships First.” Her enthusiasm for creating connections is infectious and she thrives on the opportunity to learn about the things that motiva…
Jan. 24, 2022

The Pixel Classroom Podcast, Episode 92, The R.I.G.H.T. Project Comic Book Review

I review the first issue of Tom DeFlaco and Ron Frenz's new series The R.I.G.H.T. Project from The Apex Comics Group. A great new series that really has the feels of: Spider-Girl, Thunderstrike with a bit of modern high scho…
Jan. 17, 2022

The Pixel Classroom Podcast episode 91, Book Reviews

In this episode I review the books: When Passion meets Project by Brian Aspinall, The 6 Literacy Levers by Brad Gustafson, The EDUCookbook by Michael Earnshaw and Aspire to Lead by Joshua Stamper. All amazing authors and boo…
Jan. 10, 2022

Episode 90, Tribute to Suzanne Fickbohm

In this special episode, I talk about my friend and former co-worker, Suzanne Fickbohm. Suzanne passed away this morning. Her legacy at Christian Life Schools is one that continues to live on through all of her students and…
Jan. 3, 2022

The Pixel Classroom Podcast episode 89, with Special Guest Katie Powell

Katie Powell is the director for middle level programs for the Association for Middle Level Education. She began teaching in 2005 and has served as a special education teacher, Title I teacher, instructional coach, and class…
Dec. 31, 2021

The Pixel Classroom Podcast, Episode 88, Happy New Year 2022

It's a New Year with a new introduction and exit bumper. In this episode, I want to thank everyone who has supported The Pixel Classroom Podcast for the past two and a half years. I also want to thank all educators for every…
Nov. 29, 2021

The Pixel Classroom Podcast, Episode 86 with Beth Foose

I'm joined in the studio by my friend, and Special Education Teacher, Beth Foose for episode 86 of the Pixel Classroom Podcast. Beth shares her career in special education. Working with technology and student advocacy in SpE…
Nov. 25, 2021

Episode 87, the 2021 Holiday Shopping List

In my annual Holiday Shopping and Recommendations for educators. I go over a list of items that you can use in your classroom. From 3D printers, and websites to book and podcast suggestions. Check out this year's episode: We…