# substitute (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover substitute. Page: Feed: --- ## [Caroline D’Amore’s journey to Pizza Girl](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lauren0794/episodes/Caroline-DAmores-journey-to-Pizza-Girl-e3n9bsp) _2026-08-11 · Gross Anatomy Podcast · Gross Anatomy_ Caroline D'Amore - aka Pizza Girl - dishes on going from modeling/acting to CEO of a thriving business. We ask her the trick to creating the perfect pizza, why it’s so hard to make money on pasta sauce, about being on Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars and how she learned to love her failures. Plus, the cult-love for horror film Sorority Row might mean she acts again in its sequel! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/108b30b10/podcast/play/124087641/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-11%2F429655522-44100-2-5683b7e7b1df4.m4a) ## [Are We Raising Healthy Kids…or Healthy Patients?](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/laura-kopec/episodes/Are-We-Raising-Healthy-Kidsor-Healthy-Patients-e3n16hi) _2026-08-06 · Laura Kopec · Health Matters with Laura Kopec_ What if the greatest gift of health we could give our children doesn’t come from a bottle? In this episode of Health Matters with Laura Kopec , Laura sits down with Shazia Lackey, head of Optim8 Health and Wellness new Functional Pediatric department. Join Laura and Shazia as they explore what a truly healthy approach to Optim8's new brand of functional pediatrics Functional ParentingⓇ and what… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1b0f33ac/podcast/play/123820018/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-5%2F429288269-44100-2-793787927ab3d.mp3) ## [The Fiber Gap: What Our Protein Obsession Is Costing Us](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/laura-kopec/episodes/The-Fiber-Gap-What-Our-Protein-Obsession-Is-Costing-Us-e3msadn) _2026-08-02 · Laura Kopec · Health Matters with Laura Kopec_ In this episode Laura explores how protein has become the "celebrity nutrient" of today's wellness culture. While protein is essential for building and maintaining muscle, supporting metabolism, and healthy aging, has our focus on maximizing protein caused us to neglect other equally important aspects of nutrition? Discover why fiber may be one of the most powerful nutrients for overall health.… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1b0f33ac/podcast/play/123660151/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-2%2F429074669-44100-2-3721383a4ce4f.m4a) ## [The Rise of AI-Generated Medical Videos](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lauren0794/episodes/The-Rise-of-AI-Generated-Medical-Videos-e3ml8vg) _2026-07-28 · Gross Anatomy Podcast · Gross Anatomy_ We discuss AI-generated medical videos, and we explain aortic dissection and what happened to Senator Lindsey Graham. Plus, that time when Dr. Cohen drove Ryan Gosling to an award show! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/108b30b10/podcast/play/123429296/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-28%2F428762757-44100-2-703b58a2b874d.m4a) ## [Are your supplements actually helping you—or just emptying your wallet?](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/laura-kopec/episodes/Are-your-supplements-actually-helping-youor-just-emptying-your-wallet-e3m7b62) _2026-07-17 · Laura Kopec · Health Matters with Laura Kopec_ The supplement industry is worth billions of dollars, yet many products on store shelves contain low-quality ingredients, questionable formulations, or doses that simply don't deliver meaningful results. In this episode ​Laura sits down with Casey Sartori, leading expert from one of the industry's most respected professional-grade supplement manufacturers Ortho Molecular Products to pull back the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1b0f33ac/podcast/play/122972802/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-17%2F428145395-44100-2-d469dc96edcd4.m4a) ## [Patient Problems on The Pitt](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lauren0794/episodes/Patient-Problems-on-The-Pitt-e3m5smt) _2026-07-16 · Gross Anatomy Podcast · Gross Anatomy_ The second season of The Pitt just received 25 Emmy nominations! Dr. Cohen answers questions about some scripted drama that happens at The Pitt, including hospital cyberattacks, patients with low potassium, the problem with male EMS workers, sepsis and working with deaf patients. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/108b30b10/podcast/play/122925213/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-16%2F428080709-44100-2-3cf028bb1daca.m4a) ## [Is Cortisol Becoming the New Scapegoat?](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/laura-kopec/episodes/Is-Cortisol-Becoming-the-New-Scapegoat-e3lmnkf) _2026-07-05 · Laura Kopec · Health Matters with Laura Kopec_ In this episode Laura takes a thoughtful, evidence-based look at why cortisol matters, where the science supports the conversation, and where the wellness industry may have oversimplified a much more complex story. You'll learn why chronic stress affects the body, but also why symptoms like exhaustion, weight resistance, and burnout can just as easily stem from iron deficiency, thyroid disease,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1b0f33ac/podcast/play/122428495/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-5%2F427411611-44100-2-df03b36e14759.m4a) ## [Gout Uncovered: Myths, Causes, and Modern Trends](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lauren0794/episodes/Gout-Uncovered-Myths--Causes--and-Modern-Trends-e3live1) _2026-07-02 · Gross Anatomy Podcast · Gross Anatomy_ In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of gout, its causes, misconceptions, and how the latest health trends and celebrity protein powders can cause it. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/108b30b10/podcast/play/122305409/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-2%2F427247349-44100-2-161c1037b3a5c.m4a) ## [It’s a cooking episode!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lauren0794/episodes/Its-a-cooking-episode-e3ksof4) _2026-06-16 · Gross Anatomy Podcast · Gross Anatomy_ We explore the emerging field of culinary medicine and share a few healthy recipes. Plus, Nascar star Kyle Busch and how pneumonia can lead to sepsis. AND, Dr. Cohen details what he told The Huffington Post when asked about Pam Bondi’s thyroid cancer diagnosis. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/108b30b10/podcast/play/121577380/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-16%2F426273535-44100-2-2886531c1efa3.m4a) ## [When Personalized Care Becomes Another Assembly Line](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/laura-kopec/episodes/When-Personalized-Care-Becomes-Another-Assembly-Line-e3krgtq) _2026-06-16 · Laura Kopec · Health Matters with Laura Kopec_ Functional health and functional medicine was supposed to be the answer to one-size-fits-all healthcare. So why are some patients spending thousands of dollars, taking 20 supplements a day, retesting every few months, and still feeling stuck? Let’s pull back the curtain on the uncomfortable truths inside the functional industry. From cookie-cutter protocols and unnecessary testing to fear-based… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1b0f33ac/podcast/play/121536890/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-16%2F426218788-44100-2-03621807c0d7d.m4a) ## [Daily plans, scheduled by AI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Yd2DioPnoodT) _2026-06-16 · **Sponsored**_ AI-made daily plans that schedule tasks and protect focus time. ## [JUNE TAROT READING | REPAIRING SELF TRUST](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-mazzo/episodes/JUNE-TAROT-READING--REPAIRING-SELF-TRUST-e3kaa2q) _2026-06-03 · Jessica Mazzo · The Empress_ If you enjoy exploring big ideas, join Jess, a psychological expert and tarot reader, as she combines ancient wisdom with modern therapy techniques.Each episode goes deeper than typical self-help, blending practical psychology with spiritual insight to help you find clarity and purpose in life's challenges.You won't find toxic positivity here, just real conversations about growth, healing, and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/9a19060/podcast/play/120972826/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-3%2F425465883-44100-2-781a37107c409.mp3) ## [When “Healthy” Becomes Harmful: The Dark Side of Modern Wellness Culture](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/laura-kopec/episodes/When-Healthy-Becomes-Harmful-The-Dark-Side-of-Modern-Wellness-Culture-e3k5b44) _2026-05-31 · Laura Kopec · Health Matters with Laura Kopec_ What if some of the things you’re doing to “get healthier” are actually increasing inflammation, exhausting your nervous system, and keeping your body stuck? In this episode of Health Matters with Laura Kopec , Laura takes on one of the most controversial conversations in modern wellness culture: when optimization becomes overload. From collagen and high-protein culture to creatine, kombucha,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1b0f33ac/podcast/play/120810052/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-31%2F425247174-44100-2-1c79f3892e827.m4a) ## [It's never too late to pivot](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lauren0794/episodes/Its-never-too-late-to-pivot-e3k1ibj) _2026-05-28 · Gross Anatomy Podcast · Gross Anatomy_ A 72 year-old is about to start her medical residency, we discuss this and other inspiring late-life achievements. Plus, Amy Schumer said she had a “botched colonoscopy” what this could mean and more. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/108b30b10/podcast/play/120686387/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-28%2F425082433-44100-2-3be30bbe75f2e.m4a) ## EOY Special: What Substitute Teachers Really Want to Say to Teachers _2026-05-23 · Substitute Teachers Lounge_ Send us Fan Mail Here's what I wish teachers would do to make substitute teachers lives easier. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/403198/episodes/19227643-eoy-special-what-substitute-teachers-really-want-to-say-to-teachers.mp3) ## [Sports Injuries and Recovery](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lauren0794/episodes/Sports-Injuries-and-Recovery-e3jcc4d) _2026-05-14 · Gross Anatomy Podcast · Gross Anatomy_ In this episode, we explore NBA injuries and the best sports to play for longevity. Plus, six injuries ER docs see way too much and how to avoid them. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/108b30b10/podcast/play/119991885/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-14%2F424155254-44100-2-856fe9e28253c.m4a) ## [MAY TAROT READING | Feel to Heal](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-mazzo/episodes/MAY-TAROT-READING--Feel-to-Heal-e3j9mn9) _2026-05-13 · Jessica Mazzo · The Empress_ Welcome to May, loves! 💖 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/9a19060/podcast/play/119904425/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-13%2F424038089-44100-2-91a66d7beac93.mp3) ## [We Can Do Hard Things: The Key to Health Women Were Never Truly Taught](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/laura-kopec/episodes/We-Can-Do-Hard-Things-The-Key-to-Health-Women-Were-Never-Truly-Taught-e3j4oof) _2026-05-09 · Laura Kopec · Health Matters with Laura Kopec_ In this episode of Health Matters with Laura Kopec , Laura explores the historical and modern patterns that have led many women to feel dismissed, minimized, overmedicated, or disconnected from their own bodies. From the origins of “hysteria” to today’s rushed healthcare culture, this conversation uncovers why empowerment in health can feel overwhelming—and why learning to advocate for yourself… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1b0f33ac/podcast/play/119742671/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-9%2F423822414-44100-2-b979c165d9dab.m4a) ## [Scrubs, the OG and the New](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lauren0794/episodes/Scrubs--the-OG-and-the-New-e3ij5av) _2026-04-28 · Gross Anatomy Podcast · Gross Anatomy_ In this episode, we explore the medical accuracy and portrayal of mentorship in the TV show Scrubs, comparing the original series with the recent revival. We also get into beepers, hospital culture, and the evolution of doctor pep talks. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/108b30b10/podcast/play/119165727/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-28%2F423029808-44100-2-3863a6a2f8a96.m4a) ## [Testosterone: The Next Drug Epidemic? What You’re Not Being Told About Hormone Therapy](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/laura-kopec/episodes/Testosterone-The-Next-Drug-Epidemic--What-Youre-Not-Being-Told-About-Hormone-Therapy-e3i81kf) _2026-04-21 · Laura Kopec · Health Matters with Laura Kopec_ Testosterone is being prescribed at unprecedented rates—and not always for the reasons you think. What was once a targeted therapy for clear clinical need is quickly becoming a trend. But when did optimization turn into over prescription? And more importantly… who is actually asking the harder questions? In this episode of Health Matters with Laura Kopec , Laura sits down with investigative… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1b0f33ac/podcast/play/118801487/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-21%2F422529414-44100-2-3bbbb66b6b167.m4a) ## [Dr. Leo Gordon presents Fire at the Grove!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lauren0794/episodes/Dr--Leo-Gordon-presents-Fire-at-the-Grove-e3hlshf) _2026-04-09 · Gross Anatomy Podcast · Gross Anatomy_ Dr. Leo Gordon answers our questions about his "Fire at the Grove!" presentation. The fire in 1942 at Boston’s Coconaut Grove brought the most patients to a hospital in a single night and remains the deadliest nightclub fire in history. We discuss how this fire transformed burn care, fire safety codes and much more! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/108b30b10/podcast/play/118206447/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-9%2F421739349-44100-2-444e16aa97cad.m4a) ## [Marketplace for AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7SzotzLwVxjc) _2026-04-09 · **Sponsored**_ Find professionals who use ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude to deliver work faster. ## [The Age You Are Should Not Determine the Care You Receive](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/laura-kopec/episodes/The-Age-You-Are-Should-Not-Determine-the-Care-You-Receive-e3hcvcc) _2026-04-03 · Laura Kopec · Health Matters with Laura Kopec_ Age should never determine the quality of your care—but in today’s healthcare system, it often does. In this episode, Laura Kopec exposes the hidden pattern of ageism affecting both young adults and seniors. From dismissal in 18–25-year-olds to overmedication in older adults, this conversation challenges assumptions, reveals systemic blind spots, and redefines what individualized care should look… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1b0f33ac/podcast/play/117914444/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-3%2F421353532-44100-2-672d076c5497a.m4a) ## [Weight loss drug warnings and more!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lauren0794/episodes/Weight-loss-drug-warnings-and-more-e3h6iaf) _2026-03-30 · Gross Anatomy Podcast · Gross Anatomy_ Dr. Cohen answers questions about weight loss drugs and cancer risk warnings. Then, we discuss the Stop the Bleed program, and detail an important lesson learned from Doctor Jack Shephard on Lost. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/108b30b10/podcast/play/117704463/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-30%2F421071595-44100-2-7acca70d54aa3.m4a) ## [Why One-Size-Fits-All Healthcare and Modern Medicine Is Failing Women](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/laura-kopec/episodes/Why-One-Size-Fits-All-Healthcare-and-Modern-Medicine-Is-Failing-Women-e3h0nq0) _2026-03-26 · Laura Kopec · Health Matters with Laura Kopec_ We’re diving into a bigger conversation happening in healthcare right now: why standardized, one-size-fits-all approaches are failing women—and why even functional medicine isn’t immune to this problem. This is about shifting from chasing answers. If you’ve tried multiple approaches and still feel stuck, this episode will help you understand why—and what to do next. You don’t need more advice—you… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1b0f33ac/podcast/play/117513472/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-26%2F420815535-44100-2-47a4179560b4c.m4a) ## [No More Free Passes | Physical Accountability](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-mazzo/episodes/No-More-Free-Passes--Physical-Accountability-e3g3lpk) _2026-03-23 · Jessica Mazzo · The Empress_ Welcome to a new series on the podcast. I’m excited to kick things off with the first of many topics about growing up and what it means to become a confident adult. 💫 Support the Show: - Subscribe for Daily Spiritual Guidance - Leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Review - Share with Fellow Spiritual Seekers ⚠️ PROFESSIONAL DISCLAIMER: While this podcast offers spiritual guidance, it is not a substitute for… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/9a19060/podcast/play/116561140/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-8%2F419520460-44100-2-fb74e1b6a197b.mp3) ## Reboot - Things I've Done Wrong as a Substitute Teacher _2026-03-18 · Substitute Teachers Lounge_ Send us Fan Mail A quick random refresher episode - things I've done wrong. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/403198/episodes/18868576-reboot-things-i-ve-done-wrong-as-a-substitute-teacher.mp3) ## [Creative Power Lives WITHIN the Mess | March Tarot Reading](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-mazzo/episodes/Creative-Power-Lives-WITHIN-the-Mess--March-Tarot-Reading-e3g3jn5) _2026-03-08 · Jessica Mazzo · The Empress_ Welcome to March! Grab your coffee and let's connect as we maximize the vibes together - March is all about finding the purpose in listening to our emotions and allowing ourselves to be messy ✨ 💫 Support the Show: - Subscribe for Daily Spiritual Guidance - Leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Review - Share with Fellow Spiritual Seekers ⚠️ PROFESSIONAL DISCLAIMER: While this podcast offers spiritual guidance, it… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/9a19060/podcast/play/116559013/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-8%2F419517427-44100-2-a945516972895.mp3) ## [Boundaries are Self Respect | February Tarot Reading](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-mazzo/episodes/Boundaries-are-Self-Respect--February-Tarot-Reading-e3egein) _2026-02-01 · Jessica Mazzo · The Empress_ The cards on the magicians table this month are wild - I can't want for you to see what we got. What are we creating? What skills do we need? What action steps should we take? All these questions are answered in this episode! 📚 FREE RESOURCES:- Tarot Basics Course: https://jesstheempress.com/tarot-basics 📱 CONNECT WITH JESS:- Text for Readings: 1-909-619-2831- Email: jess@jesstheempress.com ⚠️… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/9a19060/podcast/play/114882583/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-1-1%2F417270857-44100-2-d8cd35fc8684d.mp3) ## [January Tarot Reading and a Life Update](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-mazzo/episodes/January-Tarot-Reading-and-a-Life-Update-e3di1qb) _2026-01-12 · Jessica Mazzo · The Empress_ In this episode, I'm unveiling a new format for the Collective Tarot Readings and sharing about what's going on behind the scenes in my personal life. If you'd like to work together, head over to my website: jesstheempress.com and mention you listen to the podcast for a discounted session rate! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/9a19060/podcast/play/113886475/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-0-12%2F415976977-44100-2-101fc76bba58.mp3) ## [How to fail without feeling like a failure | Jess the Empress 🌹](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-mazzo/episodes/How-to-fail-without-feeling-like-a-failure--Jess-the-Empress-e3bm5nu) _2025-12-01 · Jessica Mazzo · The Empress_ We often conflate our actions with our identity, believing that because we failed , we are failures. In this episode, I share the specific frameworks I used to break that cycle of shame. Tune in to learn how to separate your self-worth from your mistakes, view your losses as data rather than judgments, and turn your 2025 stumbling blocks into stepping stones for 2026. 💌 jess@jesstheempress.com [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/9a19060/podcast/play/111924414/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-30%2F413468924-44100-2-0406aba023793.mp3) ## [Quick Announcement: November Reset](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-mazzo/episodes/Quick-Announcement-November-Reset-e39v2fv) _2025-10-23 · Jessica Mazzo · The Empress_ Have an AMAZING November, babes! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/9a19060/podcast/play/110118847/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-23%2F409846028-44100-2-c1eb3fc3fbef9.mp3) ## [Stream Torrents and IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OiQrX79V3Ni8) _2025-10-23 · **Sponsored**_ Search, index, and play music, movies, books, and live TV in your browser. ## [Breaking Free When Family Legacy Becomes Family Baggage • 10 of Pentacles](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-mazzo/episodes/Breaking-Free-When-Family-Legacy-Becomes-Family-Baggage--10-of-Pentacles-e38qokt) _2025-09-28 · Jessica Mazzo · The Empress_ If you've ever felt trapped by toxic family patterns, exhausted by generational trauma, or wondered if you'll EVER break free from the cycles that keep repeating... this episode is your roadmap to freedom. 💔➡️💪 Why you NEED to listen: 🔸 You'll finally understand why family dysfunction affects you so deeply (hint: it's not your fault) 🔸 Learn to spot the shadow behaviors that keep you stuck in… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/9a19060/podcast/play/108929117/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-8-28%2F408294040-44100-2-5fa0a04e98982.mp3) ## [Earth Mother Energy: Nurturing Without Depleting Yourself | Jess the Empress 🌹](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-mazzo/episodes/Earth-Mother-Energy-Nurturing-Without-Depleting-Yourself--Jess-the-Empress-e37homu) _2025-08-31 · Jessica Mazzo · The Empress_ When was the last time you just vibed, without giving your energy away? Do you feel like you’re constantly setting aside your needs for the needs of others? In this episode, we’re getting clear on: How to nurture others without depleting ourselves, why abundance is more than just material possessions, and what it means to be “good enough” without falling into perfectionism. If you’re tired of… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/9a19060/podcast/play/107585694/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-31%2F406586033-44100-2-a19380c1296b3.mp3) ## FINAL EPISODE - Substitute Teachers Lounge podcast (and why) _2025-08-18 · Substitute Teachers Lounge_ Send us Fan Mail All good things must come to an end. After six remarkable years and 301 episodes, I'm closing the door on the Substitute Teachers Lounge podcast. When I started this journey in November 2019, I was simply looking for a podcast that served substitute teachers—and finding none, decided to create one myself. Nearly 100,000 listens later, I'm humbled by how this resource has connected… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/403198/episodes/17688779-final-episode-substitute-teachers-lounge-podcast-and-why.mp3) ## When You Get Moved: A Substitute Teacher's Dilemma _2025-08-12 · Substitute Teachers Lounge_ Send us Fan Mail Reaching the milestone 300th episode, I'm tackling a universal substitute teaching challenge that surprisingly hasn't been the central focus of any previous episode: getting reassigned after you've arrived at school. The moment when administrators approach with that apologetic look, asking if you'd mind switching to a different classroom than the one you accepted, triggers a range… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/403198/episodes/17654969-when-you-get-moved-a-substitute-teacher-s-dilemma.mp3) ## Oh, the Students You'll Meet! _2025-08-05 · Substitute Teachers Lounge_ Send us Fan Mail Seven years of substitute teaching stories have taught me one crucial lesson: behind every student behavior is a complex inner world most teachers never glimpse. In this anniversary episode, I take you inside the minds of six distinct student archetypes you'll encounter in your classroom this year. Listen as Marie reveals her anxiety about transitioning to high school and losing… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/403198/episodes/17611920-oh-the-students-you-ll-meet.mp3) ## Things Substitute Teachers Have to Change for Elementary School _2025-07-18 · Substitute Teachers Lounge_ Send us Fan Mail What happens when a teacher accustomed to older students suddenly faces a classroom of elementary schoolers? Everything changes. From the surprising power dynamics to the unexpected emotional responses, teaching younger children demands an entirely different approach. [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/403198/episodes/17520869-things-substitute-teachers-have-to-change-for-elementary-school.mp3) ## Are You a "Cheap Substitute Teacher"? _2025-07-07 · Substitute Teachers Lounge_ Send us Fan Mail Money matters in the substitute teaching world, especially when your paycheck doesn't match that of permanent teachers. The eternal question: Should you spend your hard-earned dollars on classroom supplies? [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/403198/episodes/17461577-are-you-a-cheap-substitute-teacher.mp3) ## My Substitute Teacher Story, Written By a Robot _2025-06-26 · Substitute Teachers Lounge_ Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what happens when artificial intelligence writes your life story? In this fascinating episode, I dive into the surreal experience of discovering an AI-generated book about my substitute teaching career—written entirely without my input beyond a few basic questions. ge of the AI-generated book cover! [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/403198/episodes/17404010-my-substitute-teacher-story-written-by-a-robot.mp3) ## Generation Alpha Unleashed -- onto Teachers _2025-06-10 · Substitute Teachers Lounge_ Send us Fan Mail A substitute teacher reflects on how Generation Alpha differs from Gen Z and how teachers can adapt their methods accordingly. This light-hearted exploration of generational differences reveals that Alpha students are the first fully digital generation, with distinct learning preferences and world perspectives. • Fourth graders are split between Gen Z and Generation Alpha based on… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/403198/episodes/17305166-generation-alpha-unleashed-onto-teachers.mp3) ## Interviews with Elementary Students, a Substitute Teachers Lounge First _2025-05-29 · Substitute Teachers Lounge_ Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what elementary school students really think about their teachers? In this unique episode, we flip the script by interviewing our youngest guests ever - students from kindergarten through fifth grade - to gain their unfiltered perspectives on education. Our first guest Anna, a fifth-grade graduate with straight A's, shares wisdom beyond her years about… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/403198/episodes/17243728-interviews-with-elementary-students-a-substitute-teachers-lounge-first.mp3)