Episodes
April 27, 2025
Episode 200 with special guest, Dr. Peter Liljedahl, author of Building the Thinking Classroom
I am joined by Dr. Peter Liljedahl, author of Building the Thinking Classroom . Dr. Peter Liljedahl is Professor of Mathematics Education in the Faculty of Education, and an associate member in the Department of Mathematics, ...
April 19, 2025
Episode 199 Back to High School
In Episode 199 I make a big announcement as my career returns to high school teaching. Please join me on this change in my life and career and how sometimes you can return to the beginning.
April 13, 2025
Episode 198 You Don't have to be Haunted by the Past
In episode 198, I share a personal story that recently happened to me and how it brought up a lot of my professional career for both me and other educators. How decisions are made that can haunt us days, months or years later...
April 6, 2025
Episode 197 with guest, Sam Bernstein
I am joined by Loper co-founder, Sam Bernstein. Sam is the co-founder of Loper, a free mobile app designed to help students explore and discover their best educational opportunities after high school. The inspiration for Lope...
March 15, 2025
When you have to Cut Back
In episode 196, I talk about cutting back on my equipment has a few things in my life has blind sided me. I reflect on the changes to both my podcasts and live streaming. The selling off of my Rode equipment and how to contin...
March 8, 2025
When Change Happens Episode 195
In my 195th episode, I talk about When Change Happens. When it happens at the best of times, the worse and sometimes it can be a blessing in disguise. No matter what, change is constant and how we react to that change determi...
Feb. 9, 2025
Episode 194 Book Review of Elevating Educational Design with AI
I review : Making Learning Accessible, Inclusive, and Equitable by Catlin R. Tucker and Katie Novak. Educators understand the crucial importance of developing learning experiences that are accessible, engaging, and student-ce...
Jan. 19, 2025
Book Review of Making Impact outside the classroom
I review the book, Making Impact outside the classroom by Starr Sackstein. In her book, Starr Sackstein begins by helping you decide whether you want to move into another position or leave altogether. She then shows you how t...
Jan. 12, 2025
Tribute to Clark Neher
In episode 192, I do a tribute episode to my friend and mentor, Clark Neher. Clark was active in the DeKalb and NIU communities. He was a hospice volunteer for 20 years; a kindness repaid in his own final days through care an...
Dec. 27, 2024
2024 Wrap Up
In the 191th episode, I look back at the troubling year that I personally experienced. From lost of unemployment to financial issues. This was a year that has been very difficult, still not comparable to 2008 for me. But desp...
Dec. 14, 2024
Episode 190 with Guest Andrea Bitner
I am joined in episode 190 with ELL teacher, Andrea Bitner. Andrea Bitner is an English Language Learner educator, international author, and engaging educational speaker based out of Philadelphia, PA. She has worked with stud...
Dec. 8, 2024
Between Leadership and being a Leader
In the 189th episode. I talk about what being a leader and being part of leadership can be defined as. Based on past experiences, I talk about how while anyone can be put in a leadership position. It takes knowing what one ca...
Nov. 16, 2024
Sometimes it's OK not to always be Recognized
In the 188 episode, I reflect on why recognition isn't always needed. That being true to who you are and the positive impact you have on others is all you really need. ---
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Nov. 10, 2024
The Pixel Classroom Podcast with guest Dr. Maggie Broderick
I am joined for episode 186 with guest, Dr. Maggie Broderick. Dr. Maggie Broderick is an associate professor at National University, where she serves as a dissertation chair and as a faculty lead for Social Emotional Learning...
Nov. 9, 2024
Happy 5th Birthday
Can you believe it? The Pixel Classroom Podcast turns five years old. In this episode I reflect on the past five years and what the podcast has meant to me and others. From simple beginnings to being part of a larger teacher ...
Oct. 27, 2024
Episode 184 Guest Annick Rauch
I am joined my educator and author, Annick Rauch. The two of us discuss her book, PheMOMenal Teacher: Pursue Your Dreams and still Be Your Best Self at Work and at Home. Self care, health and how to strive to the greatest hei...
Oct. 20, 2024
Episode 184 with guest, Dana Goodier
I am joined by author, educator and fellow podcaster, Dana Goodier from the Teach Better Network. Dana discusses working with ELL students, finding and using resilience in and out of the classroom. Dana also shares her upcomi...
Oct. 2, 2024
PheMOMenal Teacher: Pursue Your Dreams and Still Be Your Best Self at Work and at Home Book Review
I review the book, PheMOMenal by Annick Raunch. With relatable stories, powerful teachings, and helpful how-to tips, she has created this practical guide to following your passion and achieving your goals. As a mother and edu...
Sept. 7, 2024
Episode 182: Back to Middle School
In the Season 6 opening episode. I talk about my summer and taking my new position as a Middle School Technology teacher. I share the ups and downs leading to the new position and what I hope to have during the new season. --...
June 21, 2024
Summer Recharge 2024
In our last episode of Season 5. I talk about recharging over the summer. This ranges from reflection, journaling, hobbies, counseling and more. Also, I am happy to announce the patreon.com/ThePixelClassroom is now live. Plea...
April 28, 2024
Book Review Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy
I review the book, Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy by Kim Strobel. As a happiness coach, Kim Strobel works with thousands of teachers all across the country. As she’s learned firsthand, many of these educators are sufferi...
April 21, 2024
Episode 179 with special guest, Kim Strobel
I am joined in episode 179 by educator and book author, Kim Strobel. Kim Strobel is a renowned motivational speaker and author of Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy , sought after by schools, businesses, and organizations wo...
April 14, 2024
Episode 178 Surviving a School Year
In episode 178, I talk about Surviving a School Year. From past reflections to now and going from surviving, to thriving to living and enjoying. ---
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April 7, 2024
Building the Thinking Classroom Reflection
In episode 177, I reflect on the changes I made with the Building the Thinking Classroom Model. From it's beginnings to how it is in my curriculum and what is coming up next. You can learn more at Building Thinking Classrooms...