In episode 12, we discuss embracing failure as a valuable learning experience. As painful as it can be, failure can be a gift to us and our students. We can only learn if we make big mistakes and embrace the learning opportunities.

Remember, when we are growing and learning, it is important that we take people with us on the journey. Students (and all people) need to use failure as a learning process both in the classroom and in our daily lives. Also, in this episode, we talk about the faults of perfectionism and how worry about what people will think hinders our growth. Some of the most significant discoveries (like penicillin and chocolate chip cookies) come from failure, and some of the silliest things (like Slinkies) do.

Thanks as always for listening, and know that if you're still in the learning process with some aspect of your life, there is great power and growth opportunities in embracing not yet.

References:

• Bailey, Dylan. "How To Lower Your Cortisol Levels Safely, According To Experts." Forbes, 23 June 2023, www.forbes.com/health/body/how-to-lower-cortisol-levels/#:~:text=%E2%80%9CI%20generally%20recommend%20most%20people,each%20day%2C%E2%80%9D%20she%20notes. Accessed 7 Oct. 2023.
• Brown, Brene. "Perfectionism Holds Us Back From Achieving Our Goals." Oprah Class, 26 Nov. 2020. Speech.
• Gordon, Jon. The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy. Hoboken, John Wiley & Sons, 2007.
• Krueger, Alyson. "15 Life-Changing Inventions That Were Created by Mistake." Business Insider, 10 Nov. 2010, www.businessinsider.com/these-10-inventions-were-made-by-mistake-2010-11?amp. Accessed 7 Oct. 2023.

Welcome to the Teach Speech Podcast. In Episode 11, we are talking all about our values. By kicking off our college speech class with a values search, we have seen the power of encouraging reflection and sharing semester after semester. During this episode, we also talk about the power of choice and voice in creating space for our students. Autonomy is empowering and allows students to take charge of their own learning in an English classroom, a science classroom, and really, in any discipline! 

Josh will talk about the power of glimmers - moments when biology signals us to connect and calm down. Instead of looking for our triggers, he explains how to reshape our mindsets to seek out the joy in our daily lives. 

In this episode, we even get on a tangent about basketball and how the US men’s team sometimes chooses to say no to competitions like THE WORLD CUP to spend time with the people they value most - their families. Join us on this journey! Don’t forget to leave us a comment to let us know how you like the show. 

The Values Speech

References:

• Autry, James A. The Servant Leader. New York City, Random House International, 2002.

• Chapman, Gary D. The Five Love Languages. Chicago, Northfield Pub., 1992.

• Dana, Deb, and Stephen W. Porges. The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation. New York City, W.W. Norton & Company, 2018.

Welcome to episode 10 of the Teach Speech Podcast. In this episode, we discuss the transformative potential of routines in our everyday lives. Routines are necessary to help teams work and to help us unlock our full potential as educators, parents, and people. In Josh’s SEL corner, we will talk about the power of storytelling, especially when we find ourselves out of our routine and amidst life changes. 

In the classroom, we will also discuss establishing routines for our students through tangible formative practices that led students to success on summatives. From increasing accessibility to our content to providing meaningful practice, we can build routines for our students and ourselves that will make the learning process more effective and more fun. 

How do we establish routines in our lives? Tune in to hear more about Josh’s magical sleep-training habits, too. Yes, all three of our kids slept through the night at six weeks (or earlier). Josh really is the baby whisperer. 

Finally, we will laugh and share some of our stories to remind us that routines profoundly affect our well-being and success. 

Resources:

• Customizing Your Canvas Course
• Bringin the Energy: Hooking Students from the Beginning of Class
• Rethinking Success: Shifting the Focus from Achievements to Personal Growth and Development (Part 2)

References:

• Duhigg, Charles. The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business. New York City, Random House, 2012.
• Heart Matters. "12 Tips for Coping with Change." British Heart Foundation, www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/heart-matters-magazine/wellbeing/mental-health/coping-with-change/tips-for-coping-with-change. Accessed 3 Sept. 2023.
• Lencioni, Patrick. The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: Team Assessment. San Francisco, Pfeiffer, 2007.
• "Meet the Elite 'Baby Whisperer' Who Is Paid More than $2,000 a DAY to Sleep Train Celebrities' Little Ones." Daily Mail, 17 Dec. 2022, www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/parenting/article-11527899/Baby-whisperer-Anna-Baker-gets-paid-2-000-day-sleep-train-celebrity-babies.html. Accessed 3 Sept. 2023.
• Hagel, John. "Good Leadership is about Asking Good Questions." Harvard Business Review, hbr.org/2021/01/good-leadership-is-about-asking-good-questions. Accessed 20 Aug. 2023.
• Matousek, Mark. "The Joy of Missing Out." Psychology Today, Aug. 2023, www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/the-seekers-forum/202308/the-joy-of-missing-out. Accessed 20 Aug. 2023.

Welcome to epsiode 09 of the Teach Speech Podcast. In this episode, we talk about the art of asking reflective questions and embracing mindful practices. Josh will talk about his first week as a college instructor, and Steph will shed some light on her first week with students and teachers back in the building.

Questions can elicit great responses from our students and the people we interact with daily. Whether we are talking in the classroom or with friends, our timing, tone, and word choice all impact the responses we receive. So join us on this mindful journey to self-reflect and embrace the power of great questions. Remember, asking the right questions and being present can lead to more fulfilling communicative experiences. Stay curious!

In Episode 08 of the Teach Speech Podcast, we delve into the concept of "Making a Mantra." From the start of the school year to an end of a season, mantras are critical in motivating and uniting people under one goal.

We'll discuss how mantras can be integrated into the classroom, encompassing elements like classroom design, setting the tone, employing the WOOP goal-setting technique, establishing norms, guiding group work, and infusing positive energy into the learning environment.

Remember, we are all projecting a mantra every day. Take time to craft yours and share it with the world.

Thanks for listening. Please leave us a comment and some feedback to let us know if you liked the show.

References:

• Carter, Judy. The Message of You: Turn Your Life Story into a Money-making Speaking Career. New York City, St. Martin's Press, 2013.
• Penman, Maggie, and Shankar Vedantam. "WOOP, There It Is! 4 Steps To Achieve Your Goals." NPR, 10 May 2016, www.npr.org/2016/05/10/477379965/woop-there-it-is-four-steps-to-achieve-your-goals. Accessed 7 Aug. 2023.
• Science Museum of Virginia. "Question Your World: Does Eye Contact Matter?" Science Museum of Virginia, 14 Aug. 2020, smv.org/learn/blog/does-eye-contact-matter/#:~:text=In%20fact%2C%20for%20us%20it%27s,eye%20painted%20on%20a%20butt. Accessed 7 Aug. 2023.

Hey there! In Episode 07, we talk about "Finding Your Voice." We're excited to explore how finding our voices in various roles can make us better leaders and positively impact others. We all juggle multiple hats, whether it's in the classroom, as school leaders, or within our families, and being confident in our identity and beliefs allows us to lead more effectively and inspire others to do the same.

As part of our journey, we discuss the power of storytelling and vulnerability to share our voices and empower others to use their voices as well. Thanks for joining us, and remember, finding your voice is a powerful tool for positively impacting the world around you. Until next time!

Resources/Class Examples:

• SOS Self-Reflection Form

• Final Speech Reflection

• RAFT Template

• RAFT Writing Template PD

• Six-Word Memoir Prompt

• Podcast Template

• Podcast Book Talk Template

• Post-Unit Flip Podcast PD

• Podcast Critique 

• This Teenage Life Podcast Project

References:

• Aronie, Nancy Slonim. Memoir as Medicine: The Healing Power of Writing Your Messy, Imperfect, Unruly (but Gorgeously Yours) Life Story. Novato, New World Library, 2022.

• Daniels, Ari. "Can Whales Have Vocal Fry? Scientists Says Yes." NPR, 12 Mar. 2023, www.npr.org/2023/03/12/1162917351/can-whales-have-vocal-fry-new-research-says-yes. Accessed 28 July 2023.

• Delony, John, and Dave Ramsey. Own Your Past, Change Your Future: A Not-so-complicated Approach to Relationships, Mental Health, and Wellness. Franklin, Ramsey Press, 2022.

• Miller, Matt. AI for Educators: Learning Strategies, Teacher Efficiencies, and a Vision for an Artificial Intelligence Future. San Diego, Ditch That Textbook, whose printing operation is a division of Dave Burgess Consulting, 2023.

• Rowel, Lainie, et al. "Bold Gratitude with Lainie Rowel Webinar." 27 July 2023. Speech.

Hey there! In Ep 06 of the Teach Speech Podcast, we discuss systems. From organizational documents to a more organized pantry, we will address how establishing systems or routines can help make life more efficient and even more FLEXIBLE.

Systems help us create a roadmap for a semester-long course, organize how we communicate with students, and even lead to stronger and more relevant SMART goal-setting. So as you tune into this week’s podcast, let’s get our color-coding and organization-loving ideas flowing to establish time-saving systems both in and out of the classroom. 

Resources:

• Google Sheets Resources via Eric Curti’s Control Alt Achieve Website
• Division Lead Workflow Template
• D155 Tech Tools Hub (Example of a Links Hub Resource)
• Canvas Walkthrough Videos
• Customizing Your Canvas Homepage
• Teacher Goal Setting Doc (Plugged into Student Engagement)
• Student Goal Setting Form (Sophomores)

References: 

• ACUE. "Creating an Inclusive and Supportive Learning Environment." ACUE, 2023, acue.org/creating-an-inclusive-and-supportive-learning-environment/. Accessed 23 July 2023.
• Barrett, Lisa Feldman. How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain. Boston, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2017.
• Clark, Ron. The Essential 55: An Award-winning Educator's Rules for Discovering the Successful Student in Every Child. New York City, Hyperion, 2003.
• Clear, James. "The 1 Percent Rule: Why a Few People Get Most of the Rewards." An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones, 2023, jamesclear.com/the-1-percent-rule. Accessed 23 July 2023.
• Curtis, Eric. "Google Sheets Resources." Control Alt Achieve, www.controlaltachieve.com/p/resources-google-sheets.html. Accessed 23 July 2023.
• Duhigg, Charles. The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business. New York City, Random House, 2012.
• Helmuth, Leslie. "How to Set Goals and Achieve Balance—in and Outside the Classroom." Harvard Extension School, 27 Feb. 2019, extension.harvard.edu/blog/how-to-set-goals-and-achieve-balance-in-and-outside-the-classroom/. Accessed 23 July 2023.
• Slack, Megan. "Jonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel Show off Their Newly Neat Space." Home and Gardens, 12 Mar. 2023, www.homesandgardens.com/news/jonathan-scott-and-zooey-deschanel-pantry. Accessed 23 July 2023.
• Zucker, Rebecca. "How To Maintain Focus On Long-Term Goals In A Short-Term World." Forbes, 28 Sept. 2021, www.forbes.com/sites/rebeccazucker/2021/09/28/how-to-maintain-focus-on-long-term-goals-in-a-short-term-world/?sh=40d4e9aa204d. Accessed 23 July 2023.

In this episode five, we discuss the importance of finding your cheering section in the classroom and in life. We explore how building connections and rapport can lead to fostering that cheering section within our classrooms and social groups. Being a cheering section for others also helps create a supportive environment.

We’ll share some personal learning experiences, including the value of asking transformative questions and the importance of the 5W and H questions in storytelling. In the classroom, let’s highlight the role of rapport-building, team-building activities, and creating space for interpersonal connections. So celebrate everyone’s victory with us as we unpack how to build cheering sections in our lives.

Resources from Steph:

• SEL Feedback Quarter Survey
• Making Small Groups Work One-Pager
• Making Small Groups Work Presentation
• From Passive to Active: Transforming Icebreakers and Engaging Experiences (Steph’s Blog)
• From Competition to Collaboration: Unleashing the Benefits of Cooperative Learning (Steph’s Blog)

References:

• Brower, Tracy. "The Term 'Work Spouse' Is Dead. Here's Why and What to Use Instead." Fast Company, 12 July 2023, www.fastcompany.com/90921777/the-term-work-spouse-is-dead-heres-why-and-what-to-use-instead. Accessed 16 July 2023.
• Burgess, Shelley, and Beth Houf. Lead like a Pirate: Make School Amazing for Your Students and Staff. San Diego, Dave Burgess Consulting, 2017.
• Faber, Kyle. The Public Speaking Project: The Ultimate Guide to Effective Public Speaking: How to Develop Confidence, Overcome Your Public Speaking Fear, Analyze Your Audience, and Deliver an Effective Speech. Sheridan, CAC Publishing, 2017.
• Goldberg, Joel. "It Takes a Village to Determine the Origins of an African Proverb." NPR, 16 July 2016, www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2016/07/30/487925796/it-takes-a-village-to-determine-the-origins-of-an-african-proverb. Accessed 16 July 2023.
• Terada, Youki. "Welcoming Students With a Smile." Edutopia, 11 Sept. 2018, www.edutopia.org/article/welcoming-students-smile/. Accessed 16 July 2023.