Ep. 36: Favorite fictional teachers and what they teach us about being human.

From Mr. Feeny to Mr. Holland and Mrs Johnson, Kasey and Brian discuss a variety of fictional (and nonfictional) teachers who have inspired them to be better teachers, educators, and people.

Let us know who we missed and what you think of our list!

Teachers Mentioned:

Mr. Feeny (Boy Meets World)

Mr Rogers (The Good Neighbor: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers)

Mr Keeting (Dead Poets Society)

Mr Holland (Mr Holland's Opus)

Mrs Johnson (Dangerous Minds)

Atticus Finch (To Kill a Mockingbird)

References: Why Mr. Keeting is Responsible for Neil's Death

Gladwell owes Atticus an apology: An Open Letter to Mr. Gladwell

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