# educator (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 47 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover educator. Page: Feed: --- ## Green is Not Always Growth in Pastures _2026-08-21 · Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio_ Prolonged drought can stress pasture grasses and create opportunities for weeds to take hold. Nebraska Extension Range Management Specialist Mitch Stephenson says good grazing and pasture management, even during hot and dry conditions, can help keep weeds from taking over. [Listen](http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/agalmanac/081726/Stephenson2.mp3) ## Challenges With Late Summer and Fall Calving _2026-08-20 · Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio_ Late summer and fall calving can offer advantages for some cattle producers, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. Nebraska Extension Cow/Calf Systems and Stocker Management Specialist Karla Wilke says producers should develop risk management strategies ahead of time to address potential problems before they arise. [Listen](http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/agalmanac/081726/Wilke1.mp3) ## [What will be your anchor for wellness this school year?](https://pod.shiftingschools.com/) _2026-08-19 · Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators_ The beginning of a school year often arrives with a familiar message: do more, organize more, and somehow become a brand-new person before the first bell rings. This episode offers a different invitation. Instead of attempting a total wellness overhaul, we explore four small anchors that can help educators, students, colleagues, and families start the year feeling a little more grounded: sleep,… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/f0d9c7/pdcn.co/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shiftingourschools/19_August_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=621226) ## [The K-12 Techlash Moment](https://rickhessoneducation.substack.com/p/the-k-12-techlash-moment) _2026-08-19 · Rick Hess · Rick Hess On Education_ The backlash against education technology looks a mile wide but may be only an inch deep. ## Succession Plans vs. Estate Plans _2026-08-19 · Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio_ Do you know the difference between a succession plan and an estate plan? Nebraska Extension Ag Economist Jessica Groskopf says understanding how the two plans differ is critical for farm and ranch families preparing for the future and making sure the operation can successfully transition to the next generation. [Listen](http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/agalmanac/081726/Groskopf1.mp3) ## [Assignments, Invoices, and the AI Fix](https://www.edsurge.com/podcasts) _2026-08-19 · This Week with EdSurge_ This week, two guests trace the true cost of AI, one in the classroom and one behind the scenes. Michael Hernandez explains how he taught himself to code so he could build a free tool that flags weak assignments before students ever think about cheating. Mi Aniefuna follows the electricity powering that same technology, tracing the invoice that lands on a district's desk long after the contract is… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/173f456a-1c4f-4da7-832b-e14de3724ace.mp3) ## [#502 Eric Bolivar: Drummer, Educator, and More!](https://discussionsinpercussion.libsyn.com/502-eric-bolivar-drummer-educator-and-more) _2026-08-19 · Discussions in Percussion_ Damon gets to talk to Eric about drum corps, his many gigs, his travels, his health scare, and more. There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others. [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/discussionsinpercussion/Eric_Bolivar_Podcast.mp3?dest-id=460341) ## [#83 | Behind the High Performer: What We Hide Behind the Mask w/ Ron Rapatalo](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/episodes/83--Behind-the-High-Performer-What-We-Hide-Behind-the-Mask-w-Ron-Rapatalo-e3nik78) _2026-08-18 · Ashanti Branch - Taking Off The Mask · unMASKing with Male Educators: Creating Emotionally Safe Classrooms & Schools for Male Students_ What happens when someone appears confident, connected, and successful on the outside while privately navigating anxiety, avoidance, pressure, and self-doubt? In this episode of unMASKing with Male Educators, Ashanti sits down with educator, coach, connector, podcast host, and social impact leader Ron Rapatalo to explore identity, vulnerability, high performance, community, leadership, and the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2a49c1c/podcast/play/124391080/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-18%2F430071173-44100-2-5ea7a69aba1f5.m4a) ## Soybean Disease Update _2026-08-18 · Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio_ August is a critical time to scout soybeans, with disease pressure beginning to show up across the region. Nebraska Extension Plant Pathologist Dylan Mangel explains what growers should watch for, including white mold, frogeye leaf spot and the emerging threat of red crown rot. [Listen](http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/agalmanac/081726/Mangel1.mp3) ## [2026 Summer Rewind #4](https://keylimepodcast.libsyn.com/2026-summer-rewind-4) _2026-08-18 · KeyLIME+_ \[43\] The Hidden Curriculum Exposed: When the CEOs of Canada's Family Medicine and Specialist Colleges Compare Notes on Medicine's Unwritten Lessons This episode was first released on May 26, 2026 On this episode of KeyLIME+, Adam sits down with Chris Watling and Mike Allan (the CEOs of Canada's two national medical colleges) to unpack the hidden curriculum in medicine. Together, they explore how… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/keylimepodcast/Ep_43_Watling_and_Allan_FINAL_Summer_Rewind.mp3?dest-id=413736) ## [Collect Open Source Legends (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QeH7sdimlyS7) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Open-licensed art, limited foil trading packs, and optional on-chain mints. ## Nebraska Pasture Conditions After Late Rains _2026-08-17 · Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio_ Late rains have helped some Nebraska pastures green up after drought stress, especially in western parts of the state. But Nebraska Extension Range Management Specialist Mitch Stephenson says a greener pasture doesn’t necessarily mean the grass has fully recovered or is ready for grazing. [Listen](http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/agalmanac/081726/Stephenson1.mp3) ## [Lisa Gardner on Creativity and Curiosity](https://pod.shiftingschools.com/) _2026-08-17 · Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators_ What can ELA teachers learn from a bestselling suspense novelist who begins writing without knowing who the villain is? In this episode of Shifting Schools , Tricia Friedman speaks with Lisa Gardner about the habits, questions, and research behind her novels. Their conversation offers ELA teachers a fresh way to think about character development, suspense, inquiry, and the creative conditions… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/f0d9c7/pdcn.co/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shiftingourschools/17August_v2_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=621226) ## STOP Rushing Math Improvement: Lessons From This School District _2026-08-17 · Making Math Moments That Matter_ School and district leaders often feel pressure to create widespread change as quickly as possible. But sustainable math improvement doesn't happen by trying to reach everyone at once—it starts by building the capacity of the people who will eventually lead the work. K-12 Math Leaders: Download our free Math Coherence Compass to help your teammates, system leaders, and educators create aligned… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1721682/episodes/19654367-stop-rushing-math-improvement-lessons-from-this-school-district.mp3) ## [376: Craft of Teaching with Dr. Anthony Richiez](https://alwaysalesson.com/376-with) _2026-08-17 · Always A Lesson's Empowering Educators Podcast_ Teaching is more than delivering content—it is a craft that requires intention, reflection, relationships, and a commitment to continually growing as an educator. In this episode, Dr. Anthony Richiez joins us for a conversation about the Craft of Teaching and what it truly means to develop the skills, mindset, and practices that make a lasting impact on students. Quotables " We’re expected that we… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/cc98c8fd-f566-4b22-9812-fe79d8fd1e0e.mp3) ## [Why I'm Leaving the Classroom This Year (After 25 Years)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teachersonfire/episodes/Why-Im-Leaving-the-Classroom-This-Year-After-25-Years-e3ng9tj) _2026-08-17 · Tim Cavey · Teachers on Fire_ Choosing to leave the classroom and go all-in as an administrator wasn't an easy decision. Here were some of the factors I considered. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2a18964/podcast/play/124314995/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-17%2F429968536-44100-2-b7af4b7275a99.mp3) ## [The Smallest Useful Sustainability Retrofit](https://kylecbartlett.substack.com/p/the-smallest-useful-sustainability) _2026-08-17 · Kyle Bartlett · Teaching for a Complex World_ How to deepen a lesson without rebuilding it ## [Alina Hibbert wins a Gold at Malvern (and more!)](https://gmasterclass.substack.com/p/alina-hibbert-wins-a-gold-at-malvern) _2026-08-16 · Garden Masterclass · Garden Masterclass Substack_ Young gardener and designer in conversation with Claire Greenslade [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/210863922/220e518263d6a4b2e6fa464115a38c34.mp3) ## Southern Rust and Other Current Corn Disease Report _2026-08-14 · Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio_ Nebraska Extension plant pathologist Tamra Jackson-Ziems provides a detailed report on early corn disease issues in the state. She discusses southern rust and tar spot, and how to tell the difference. [Listen](http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/agalmanac/081026/Jackson-Ziems1.mp3) ## [Fantasising About Someone Else During Sex](https://hislibrary.substack.com/p/fantasising-about-someone-else-during) _2026-08-14 · Lisa Welsh · His Library_ What It Means ## [Ep. 261 Horticultural rules of thumb | #GoodGrowing](https://youtu.be/1Wap-lCNC-4) _2026-08-14 · Chris Enroth · Good Growing_ This week’s Good Growing Podcast explores some common horticultural “rules of thumb” that might make garden and landscape care easier and more successful. Learn about the origins, benefits, and limitations of common guidelines. Many of the guides we discuss are frequently used on the Good Growing Podcast or in Extension programs, so if you have ever scratched your head after hearing an odd phrase… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/d2feaf9b/9caa28be.mp3) ## [Dissecting Series A Rounds (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/qEKuCOlvNBLF) _2026-08-14 · **Sponsored**_ Two real Series A cases: timelines, investor sequencing, and common founder mistakes. ## Sunset Planning Part 3 _2026-08-13 · Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio_ Older farmers can be a little stubborn when it comes to retirement, while others feel it’s out of the question due to financial or health-related issues. Extension Ag Economist Jessica Groskopf talks about the importance of planning ahead for both. [Listen](http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/agalmanac/081026/Groskopf3.mp3) ## Virtual Breakfast 2026. Episode 20. Nematode Control with Marisol Quintanilla. _2026-08-13 · Michigan Field Crops_ Welcome to the 20th episode of the 2026 season! Eric Anderson , MSU Extension Soybean Educator, hosts Dr. Marisol Quintanilla , MSU Extension Nematologist. Marisol talks about how to manage soybean cyst nematode and sugarbeet cyst nematode. Also, a weather update from Dr. Jeff Andresen . To learn more and register for the live event, check out the MSUE Virtual Breakfast page . [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/278861/episodes/19641819-virtual-breakfast-2026-episode-20-nematode-control-with-marisol-quintanilla.mp3) ## [The Future of Disparate Impact Claims in Education-Related Litigation](https://unitededucators.libsyn.com/the-future-of-disparate-impact-claims-in-education-related-litigation) _2026-08-12 · Prevention and Protection_ Attorney Amanda Brahm with McLane Middleton joins UE's Hillary Pettegrew to discuss the status of disparate impact analysis in discrimination litigation. [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/unitededucators/2026_5_27_DISPARATE_IMPACT_mixdown_01.mp3?dest-id=391289) ## Sunset Planning Part 2 _2026-08-12 · Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio_ Building a farm operation is hard work. Most farmers pour everything they have back into the business and ignore retirement planning. Extension Ag Economist Jessica Groskopf encourages producers to make solid plans now for retirement. [Listen](http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/agalmanac/081026/Groskopf2.mp3) ## [Supporting Early Childhood Educators](https://www.edsurge.com/podcasts) _2026-08-12 · This Week with EdSurge_ What does it actually take to support the adults who shape our youngest learners? Nicol Russell, chief academic officer at Teaching Strategies, argues that early educators deserve the same intentional investment as engineers, not treatment as replaceable hires. Dr. Nneka McGee, founder of Muon Global, brings that same philosophy to how five year olds encounter AI, starting with conversation… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/007a1cf3-c1a6-4c74-a9e0-484a1986cbe9.mp3) ## [#501 David Stanoch: Drummer, Educator, Author, and More!](https://discussionsinpercussion.libsyn.com/501-david-stanoch-drummer-educator-author-and-more) _2026-08-12 · Discussions in Percussion_ Damon gets to talk to Dave about Minneapolis, funk, education, his book, his family, cruise ships, travel, and so much more. There's also also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news, and others. [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/discussionsinpercussion/David_Stanoch_Podcast.mp3?dest-id=460341) ## [#82 | Behind the Confidence: Let Kids Learn To Live w/ Dr. Ray Boyd](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/episodes/82--Behind-the-Confidence-Let-Kids-Learn-To-Live-w-Dr--Ray-Boyd-e3n96vi) _2026-08-11 · Ashanti Branch - Taking Off The Mask · unMASKing with Male Educators: Creating Emotionally Safe Classrooms & Schools for Male Students_ What does it mean to lead with confidence while carrying vulnerability, caution, and responsibility behind the mask? In this episode of unMASKing with Male Educators , Ashanti sits down with Western Australian educator and school leader Dr. Ray Boyd to explore leadership, childhood, boundaries, technology, masculinity, and the lasting impact teachers have on young people. Together, they reflect on… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2a49c1c/podcast/play/124082610/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-11%2F429648241-44100-2-28f6c4b2bcbaa.m4a) ## Sunset Planning Part 1 _2026-08-11 · Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio_ Many farmers aren’t interested in retirement for several reasons. Extension Ag Economist Jessica Groskopf talks about the financial issues farmers face in their final years on the operation, and the importance of making a plan to scale back their involvement and let go of day-to-day decision making. [Listen](http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/agalmanac/081026/Groskopf1.mp3) ## "Step One, Step Two" Isn't Real Learning | My EdTech Life 371 _2026-08-11 · My EdTech Life_ "Step one, step two, step three" isn't how real learning happens. On this episode of My EdTech Life, Dr. Alfonso Mendoza sits down with Cari Orts , also known as Techie Cari, an educational technology specialist at Marble Falls ISD with over 20 years of experience in education, to discuss maker spaces, project-based learning, and why AI will never replace real teaching. Car i shares why she… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2395968/episodes/19624706-step-one-step-two-isn-t-real-learning-my-edtech-life-371.mp3) ## [S4:E1 - Setting the Right Tone w/ Gerry Brooks](https://share.transistor.fm/s/15940233) _2026-08-11 · AccuTrain Corporation · Innovative Schools Podcast_ Gerry Brooks joins the Innovative Schools Podcast to share practical ways educators and administrators can start the school year strong. From building relationships with colleagues and families to being a visible, supportive leader, Gerry explains how investing in people early can set the tone for the entire year. 🔑 Key Takeaways Prioritize relationships during the first weeks of school. Make… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/15940233/3fedeeb0.mp3) ## [CLI-first decentralized compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/tEednJbKekai) _2026-08-11 · **Sponsored**_ Run and pay spare GPUs from the CLI — transcode, coinpay (DID+escrow), infernet (AI). ## [From Concern to Capacity](https://kylecbartlett.substack.com/p/from-concern-to-capacity) _2026-08-10 · Kyle Bartlett · Teaching for a Complex World_ How educators can turn sustainability concern into meaningful practice ## Family Farm Succession and Transitions _2026-08-10 · Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio_ Planning retirement from farming is something many farmers hesitate to consider. Today's program highlights why it matters, and Extension Ag Economist Anastacia Meyer says planning and preparation are critical for the operation's future owners and the current owner's retirement. [Listen](http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/agalmanac/081026/Meyer1.mp3) ## [How to Raise a Reader from Birth with Sandra Magsamen](https://pod.shiftingschools.com/) _2026-08-10 · Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators_ What can a board book offer a baby who cannot yet speak or even hold it independently? Award-winning author, illustrator, and art therapist Sandra Magsamen joins Tricia to discuss Hello, Baby , her new board book created for children from birth to age three. With bright illustrations, melodic language, playful terms of endearment, and a mirror that places the baby inside the story, the book is… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/f0d9c7/pdcn.co/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shiftingourschools/10August_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=621226) ## Part 2: Stephanie Russell on leading different generations in the workplace _2026-08-10 · Secret Life of A Hairstylist_ What if everything you assume about Gen Z's work ethic is wrong? In part two of this conversation, Stephanie Russell returns to unpack leading different generations in the salon industry. - Why younger stylists aren't lacking work ethic so much as missing specific skills shaped by growing up through COVID Why older generations were once accused of the exact same thing. Stephanie makes the case for… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1081985/episodes/19560069-part-2-stephanie-russell-on-leading-different-generations-in-the-workplace.mp3) ## [The Art of the Deal for Teachers](https://rickhessoneducation.substack.com/p/the-art-of-the-deal-for-teachers) _2026-08-10 · Rick Hess · Rick Hess On Education_ A new get-rich-quick book for educators reads like Donald Trump channeling Ibram X. Kendi ## Why Teaching Math Is Hard—and Improving Achievement Is Even Harder _2026-08-10 · Making Math Moments That Matter_ Why do so many mathematics improvement efforts begin with energy and optimism, only to lose momentum months later? Schools invest in professional learning, adopt high-quality instructional materials, launch coaching cycles, and create pacing guides—yet lasting instructional change often remains frustratingly elusive. K-12 Math Leaders: Download our free Math Coherence Compass to help your… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1721682/episodes/19612796-why-teaching-math-is-hard-and-improving-achievement-is-even-harder.mp3) ## [Peak Erotic Experiences](https://hislibrary.substack.com/p/peak-erotic-experiences) _2026-08-10 · Lisa Welsh · His Library_ What Your Best Sex Is Telling You ## [Bernarda Strgar - Slovenian nursery owner, designer and (once upon a time) plant smuggler](https://gmasterclass.substack.com/p/bernarda-strgar-slovenian-nursery) _2026-08-08 · Garden Masterclass · Garden Masterclass Substack_ Bernarda is the pioneer grower of perennials in Slovenia. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/210317661/6429d53df1893157a289528979380039.mp3) ## [Ep. 260 Managing Stormwater with Rain Gardens | #GoodGrowing](https://share.transistor.fm/s/376885b2) _2026-08-07 · Chris Enroth · Good Growing_ Rain gardens are one of the most effective tools homeowners can use to manage stormwater, reduce runoff, and add beauty to the landscape. In this episode of the Good Growing Podcast, Chris, Emily, and Ken explore how rain gardens work, why they matter, and how they can help keep excess water out of storm sewers and local waterways. Plus, hear about upcoming rain garden educational programs and… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/376885b2/a62046c8.mp3) ## [What to Make of the Ed Tech Backlash?](https://rickhessoneducation.substack.com/p/what-to-make-of-the-ed-tech-backlash) _2026-08-07 · Rick Hess · Rick Hess On Education_ The pushback against school devices was long in the making ## [Mosaic TEAL School](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackeducatorsmatter/episodes/Mosaic-TEAL-School-e3n38me) _2026-08-07 · Brooke Brown and Danielle Moneyham · Black Educators Matter: Project 500 Podcast_ Education begins with collaboration. Ms. Shana Asby shares her nontraditional journey from mentor and advocate to founder of Mosaic TEAL School, a microschool designed to better serve neurodivergent Black and Brown learners. Inspired by her own educational experiences and her journey as a parent, Shana reflects on the challenges Black educators face, including burnout, low pay, and having their… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a1207c8/podcast/play/123887758/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-7%2F8d7ea435-34ec-7360-31b3-38f1a63dd347.mp3) ## [I Love My Job](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackeducatorsmatter/episodes/I-Love-My-Job-e3n38g4) _2026-08-07 · Brooke Brown and Danielle Moneyham · Black Educators Matter: Project 500 Podcast_ “I want students to feel seen, safe, and empowered to be themselves.” Dr. Shannon Jones reflects on her journey from aspiring physician to immunology professor and researcher. Inspired by her father, a Black math teacher and coach who dedicated more than 30 years to under-resourced schools, and by mentors who encouraged her to pursue research, Dr. Jones shares how she overcame culture shock and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a1207c8/podcast/play/123887556/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-7%2F67e79053-dc5c-7423-5443-6cbd6216df9c.mp3) ## Virtual Breakfast 2026. Episode 19. Hot Topic _2026-08-06 · Michigan Field Crops_ Welcome to the 19th episode of the 2026 season! Monica Jean , MSU Extension Field Crops Educator, will host MSU Extension Field Crops specialists on a hot topic episode. Many topics were discussed and some examples were diseases, insects and drought conditions . Also, a weather update from Dr. Jeff Andresen . To learn more and register for the live event, check out the MSUE Virtual Breakfast page… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/278861/episodes/19608251-virtual-breakfast-2026-episode-19-hot-topic.mp3) ## [Episode # 348 Alfredo Lewis Founder & CEO Qoathair](https://hairbrainedconversations.libsyn.com/episode-348-alfredo-lewis-founder-ceo-qoathair) _2026-08-05 · Hairbrained Conversations_ Alfredo Lewis joins the podcast to discuss what it really takes to build a beauty brand from the ground up. Drawing on years of experience as a renowned hairstylist and his time developing products at L'Oréal, Alfredo shares the lessons that shaped his entrepreneurial journey. We explore the science behind color fading, the challenges of creating products that maintain vibrant, long-lasting color,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/hairbrainedconversations/hb_conv_alfredo.mp3?dest-id=591871) ## [Is AI Policy Just Guesswork?](https://www.edsurge.com/podcasts) _2026-08-05 · This Week with EdSurge_ Today on This Week with EdSurge, we look at AI policy from two very different vantage points. One guest spent a year coding AI policy from more than 100 school districts across the country. The other helped write her own district's policy from the ground up. Listen as they both explore what happens when a policy leaves the page and is applied in an actual classroom. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN District AI… [Listen](https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/681a1c61-f07f-4c9d-af3a-2e503694cba7.mp3) ## [#500 Marcos Torres, Paulo Stagnaro, & Javier Raez: Percussionists, Educators, and More!](https://discussionsinpercussion.libsyn.com/500-marcos-torres-paulo-stagnaro-javier-raez-percussionists-educators-and-more) _2026-08-05 · Discussions in Percussion_ Damon gets to talk to Marcos, Paulo, and Javier about the various platforms they run, reflecting on previous episodes, what is in store for the future, and much more! There's also other segments like gig alerts, iconic recordings, music news, and more. [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/discussionsinpercussion/Episode_500.mp3?dest-id=460341) ## [#81 | Leading With Compassion w/ Joshua Stamper](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/episodes/81--Leading-With-Compassion-w-Joshua-Stamper-e3mvdvj) _2026-08-04 · Ashanti Branch - Taking Off The Mask · unMASKing with Male Educators: Creating Emotionally Safe Classrooms & Schools for Male Students_ What happens when an educator chooses to look beyond behavior and uncover the story, need, or struggle beneath it? In this episode of unMASKing with Male Educators , Ashanti sits down with educator, author, speaker, and podcast host Joshua Stamper to explore relationships, leadership, student behavior, educator wellness, and the power of discovering purpose. Together, they reflect on the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2a49c1c/podcast/play/123762099/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-4%2F429208601-44100-2-4d559a10300e5.m4a) ## [2026 Summer Rewind #3](https://keylimepodcast.libsyn.com/2026-summer-rewind-3) _2026-08-04 · KeyLIME+_ \[38\] AI and Emerging Skill Gaps: Deskilling, Never‑Skilling, Mis‑Skilling—and What Educators Can Do About It All This episode was first released on March 17, 2026 In this episode, Adam sits down with Dr. Raja-Elie Abdulnour to explore how AI is reshaping medical education and why it has the potential to quietly erode clinical reasoning. They discuss the emerging risks of deskilling,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/keylimepodcast/Ep_38_Raja_Elie_Feb17_FINALSummer_rewind.mp3?dest-id=413736) ## [Who Gets to Lead? Expanding Student Voice with Rachel Thrash](https://pod.shiftingschools.com/) _2026-08-03 · Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators_ When schools picture a student leader, they often imagine the confident speaker, the high achiever, or the student who already understands how to succeed within existing systems. But what about the students who are rarely invited to lead? In this episode, Tricia speaks with educator and author Rachel Thrash about expanding student leadership beyond the familiar few. Her book, Let the Learners… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/f0d9c7/pdcn.co/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shiftingourschools/3_August_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=621226) ## Math Homework in 2026-2027: What Should It Really Look Like? _2026-08-03 · Making Math Moments That Matter_ Homework has long been a part of the mathematics classroom, but opinions about its value continue to vary. Should students be completing pages of practice each night, or is there a better way to extend learning beyond the classroom? K-12 Math Leaders: Download our free Math Coherence Compass to help your teammates, system leaders, and educators create aligned instructional practices—without adding… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1721682/episodes/19583745-math-homework-in-2026-2027-what-should-it-really-look-like.mp3)