Episodes
March 27, 2025
43. Passion-Driven Teaching with Mike Tracz: How Personal Interests Inspire Learning
In this episode of EdYouWell , we’re excited to welcome Mike Tracz, a seasoned educator with 23 years of experience, to explore how personal passions can ignite learning in the classroom. Mike, who teaches science with enthus...
March 13, 2025
42. Taming the Talk: Strategies for a Chatty Classroom
Send us a text Have you ever had that one class that just won’t stop talking? In this episode, we dive into not just how to manage a high-energy, chatty class but also how to embrace the conversations and make them work for y...
Feb. 27, 2025
41. Edutainment in Action with Jerry Kolber: Leveraging Podcasts in the Classroom
Send us a text Today, we welcome Jerry Kolber, CEO of Atomic Entertainment and co-creator of the hugely popular podcast Who Smarted? and the live-action kids' science series on Netflix, Brainchild . We explore Jerry’s journey...
Feb. 13, 2025
40. Generations Series Part II: Teaching in Your 30s
Send us a text Today, we continue our Generations Series by diving into the dynamic and often unsteady waters of teaching in your 30s. The well of energy and optimism that may have fueled you in your 20s can start to feel lik...
Jan. 30, 2025
39. Bouncing Back from a String of Mistakes: Strategies for Resilience
Send us a text Have you ever had one of those days—or even weeks—where everything seems to go wrong? Scheduling mishaps, saying the wrong thing, forgetting important events, or even losing your phone? It’s easy to feel defeat...
Jan. 16, 2025
38. Do Well in Action: Want, Envision, Leverage, and Lean In
Send us a text Today, we’re shifting from the foundation of being well to the practical steps of doing well . It’s not just about setting goals—it’s about taking intentional action to bring them to life. We’ll focus on four k...
Jan. 2, 2025
37. Be Well Explained: Worth, Essentials, Locate, and Learn
Send us a text In this episode, we’re diving into the heart of what it means to truly be well . Achieving balance in life isn’t always easy—it requires thoughtful reflection and intentional action. That’s why we’re exploring ...
Dec. 19, 2024
36. Four Ways to Find Holiday Harmony
Send us a text In this episode, we discuss strategies for managing holiday stress, focusing on delegation, time management, and setting boundaries. We emphasize the importance of sharing responsibilities at work and home, pla...
Dec. 5, 2024
35. Hello Hygge
Send us a text As the winter months bring darker days, finding comfort and warmth becomes essential, especially in the classroom. In this episode of EdYouWell, we explore the magic of hygge, a Danish concept that brings cozin...
Nov. 21, 2024
34. The Perfect Classroom
Send us a text In this episode of EdYouWell, we're tackling the myth of the "perfect classroom" and how chasing perfection can actually hold us back in our teaching. The truth is, perfection doesn’t exist, and pursuing it oft...
Nov. 7, 2024
33. Unlocking the Power of Teacher Collaboration
Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of teacher collaboration. Discover how working together with fellow educators can build strong relationships, enhance your teaching practice, and make you...
Oct. 24, 2024
32. Transform Your Wishes into Goals
Send us a text In this episode of EdYouWell, we’re diving into the practical steps to transform your wishes into actionable goals. Building on our previous discussion about setting goals, we’ll explore a four-step method—Iden...
Oct. 10, 2024
31. Stop Wishing in the Well!
Send us a text In this episode of EdYouWell, we explore a crucial step in turning your wishes into actionable goals. Whether it's better communication, stronger connections with your class, or improved work-life balance, it's...
Sept. 26, 2024
30. Diving into Empowerment with Peter Cameron
Send us a text In this episode of EdYouWell , we dive into the well of wisdom with Peter Cameron, a seasoned educator known for creating a ripple effect through his impactful projects like the MAD (Make a Difference) Initiati...
Sept. 12, 2024
29. Generations Series Part I: Teaching in Your 20s
Send us a text In this episode of the Generation Series, we dive into the well to explore the unique experiences of being a teacher in your 20s. We discuss the fresh energy and confidence young educators bring to the classroo...
Aug. 29, 2024
28. Start Your School Day With Intention
Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the importance of being intentional with your morning routine before the school day begins. We’ve talked about routines at home and how they set the stage for a successful day, but...
Aug. 15, 2024
27. FOUR Steps to Spark Student Connection
Send us a text In this episode, we explore FOUR key steps to foster student connections: Plan, Prep, Play, Participate. By being intentional with these steps, you can build a strong sense of community and increase student ent...
Aug. 1, 2024
26. August Anticipation
Send us a text Welcome back to EdYouWell! We’re excited to start our new season right alongside the new school year. In this episode, we’re using the 3-2-1 method to discuss three essential things to consider before the schoo...
July 18, 2024
25. Reflection: Looking Back and Looking Forward
Send us a text In this episode, we reflect on the past school year and the themes that have emerged in our discussions. We explore the importance of reflection, the annual cycle of teaching, the significance of relationships,...
July 4, 2024
24. Rest Part III: How to Get It
Send us a text In our final episode about rest, we’re delving into the well to extract THREE ideas aimed at helping us achieve the rest we've been emphasizing. Join us as we dive into the well of relaxation. You deserve it! L...
June 20, 2024
23. Rest Part II: Justify It
Send us a text In this episode, we justify the importance of rest for teachers. We highlight THREE main reasons why teachers deserve rest: for their own well-being, for productivity, and for showing up for others. We all need...
June 6, 2024
22. Rest Part I: Target Your Tired
Send us a text Today's episode is all about that well-deserved rest that each and every one of you incredible teachers truly deserve. With so many types of rest to explore, our focus is on targeting your tiredness—the essenti...
May 23, 2024
21. End of the Year Do's and Don'ts
Send us a text Welcome back to EdYouWell! Today, we delve into a crucial topic: the do's and don'ts of wrapping up the school year. Drawing from our own trial-and-error experiences, we navigate the various challenges that ari...
May 9, 2024
20. Waste Not, Want Not
Send us a text In recognition of Earth Day, we've prepared a special episode filled with tricks to minimize waste and curb the impulse to acquire more. The best part? These tips are versatile, suitable for both the workplace ...