Episodes
Sept. 16, 2024
23 - George Couros Embraces the Messy
In this episode, Shannon talks with George Couros, speaker and author of The Innovator’s Mindset , Because of a Teacher and What Makes a Great Principal. George worked at all school levels, from K-12 as a teacher, technology ...
Sept. 2, 2024
22 - Hannah Beach Embraces the Messy
In this brand new episode, season two premiere and perfect school year start-up prep, Shannon talks with Hannah Beach, an award-winning educator, author, emotional health consultant, and keynote speaker. She is the co-author ...
June 9, 2024
21 - Embrace the Messy Podcast Season 1 Recap
In this very special episode, Shannon reflects on her first year of podcasting. Included in this episode is a snippet from all 19 conversations she had from season 1. Season 2 drops September 2nd.
Trevor Mackenzie Embraces the Messy - 7:19
Natalie...
May 27, 2024
20 - Dr. Jody Carrington Embraces the Messy
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In this episode, Shannon has an amazing conversation with Dr. Jody Carrington, a registered psychologist in Alberta, Canada. They talk about educators these days, kids, ...
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 real-talk, no-fluff, truth-t...
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 help to make learning stick ...
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 consultant, and author. In e...
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, an education program spe...
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 about his reflections as ...
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 struggling to to balance her desir...
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.
Before the conversation with...
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 students at the center of...
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/fi/pmdtv9673rke0fu2s4hz6/En...
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 the past twelve years sin...
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, British Columbia (Canada), ...
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, award-winning educator, an...
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.
Katie White hails from Sa...
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 need to be segregated from t...
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 and is a presenter, consulta...
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 Superintendent for Curriculum, In...
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, positive impact not just on...
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 assessment and grading practi...
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 books including, Dive into...