Design Cast

On this episode of #DesignCast I share my thoughts about the importance of teacher well-being today. I am curious what you think about well-being and how you balance your personal and professional lives?  Feel free to leave me a voice note at Anchor (link at the end of the show notes) or Speakpipe (https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/248665/1/cgi74fjo5158jhjy)

On this episode of #DesignCast I respond to some of the comments from the last episode!  After responding I share my thoughts about what skills I think are most important to teach students today.   I am curious what skills you think are most important?  Feel free to leave me a voice note at Anchor (link at the end of the show notes) or Speakpipe (https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/2486...

On this episode of #DesignCast I was able to revisit the season 6 guests!  During the initial interviews I asked each guest the same question.  That question was ‘if you could travel back in time and speak to your first-year teacher self, what would you say?’  I have put all of their answers into this episode.  I am curious as to what you would tell yourself!  Feel free to...

On this episode of #DesignCast I was so fortunate to connect with OlúCoonlay Issac.  He is a brand strategy designer that has a passion for #DesignThinking and promoting the teaching of Design Skills in schools in his native Nigeria.  He is such a passionate and authentic person and professional.  I know that our discussion will be among the best thing you will hear today!  Please connect with Olú...

On this episode of #DesignCast I was fortunate enough to chat with Alex Gray.  Alex is the Head of Science at Dubai British school.  He also has a YouTube channel called DEEP Thinking. We had a great discussion about Expo 2020 in Dubai, the STEAM program at his school, and his recent enjoyment of filmmaking that is evident on his channel!  It is certain that you will find value in t...

On this episode of #DesignCast I had the honor to speak to Yvette Larsson.  Yvette is a PYP education in Sweden and the co-founder of Aha! Accelerating Education.  Our discussion covers many topics from travel, being an international expat and more, but the majority of our chat is about her passion of changing education one classroom at a time!  I know that you will find out chat st...

On this episode of #DesignCast, I had the pleasure to sit down with my old friend Paulo Cohen-Myers.  Paulo and I have been colleagues and friends since 2002.  During that 20 year period, we have both taken a winding path to get where we are today.  Paulo is an incredibly talented individual that has had an amazing career in education.  We talk about a variety of topics, but th...

This episode is proudly sponsored by MEL Science.  Save 60% on your first month's subscription by using the code DESIGNCAST or by using this link: https://melscience.com/sBDc/ *** For this episode of #DesignCast I had the privilege to talk with Charles Hopkins.  Charles is a super positive guy that has a passion for outdoor education, travel, science and design! He has a great story abou...

This episode is proudly sponsored by MEL Science.  Save 60% on your first month's subscription by using the code DESIGNCAST or by using this link: https://melscience.com/sBDc/ *** On this episode of #DesignCast I was able to catch up again with my friend Jarrett Dunbar.  Jarrett was the guest on episode 20 of Design Cast.  We were able to chat again about what life has been like for...

This episode is proudly sponsored by MEL Science.  Save 60% on your first month's subscription by using the code DESIGNCAST or by using this link: https://melscience.com/sBDc/  *** On this episode of #DesignCast I was able to catch up again with my friend Kevin O’Shea.  Kevin is a kindergarten teacher in Shenzhen, China at Shekou International School.  He has loads of expe...

For this episode of #DesignCast I had the honor to talk with Steve Sostak from Inspire Citizens.  Steve is passionate about many things, but we spend most of the time talking about his work with schools and ‘empathy to impact’.  You can find out more about the awesome work that Steve and Inspire Citizens are doing through the links in the show notes.  I have no doubt that you will w...

Please join me in a quick stroll down memory lane with the 2021 wrap up episode! Discord: diskon4no#3635 TikTok: @discon4no www.jasonreagin.ga www.teachbetter.com   www.codebreakeredu.com 

On this episode of #DesignCast I was honored to chat with James Bleach again!  James was the guest on episode 28 of this podcast.  For those of you that might remember, James is the Head of Design and Technology at Tanglin Trust School in Singapore.  Many listeners will be familiar with him through his original classroom resources that are featured on this website and Facebook group...

This episode of #DesignCast is really personal as I had the opportunity to speak to one of my colleagues that I see nearly every day.  Ronald Ascensio has had a very interesting journey into education.  Starting his career as a graphic designer, a few years ago, encouraged by his wife and friends, decided to try teaching.  He has accomplished many things in his relatively short educ...

On this episode of Design Cast, I was lucky enough to talk to Joshua Stamper.  Josh initially used his artistic talent, creativity, and original ideas as a professional graphic designer. He then transitioned to inspiring students to utilize their imagination and creative expression in public education. Being unsuccessful as a student growing up, Josh never expected to be back in the classroom...

My discussion with Troy Harkin was lively and consisted of his journey to his current school, what he finds exciting about his job and what he is really looking forward to this school year!  If you would like to get in touch with Tory, please reach out through his Twitter account below: Twitter: @harkinworld 

For this episode of #DesignCast, I share my backstory.  I have had many requests from people about my own 'origin' story, so HERE IT IS!  I hope that you enjoy hearing about my journey and my reflections on a nearly 25-year career in "Design/STEAM" education... Please get in touch!  Reach out to me via Twitter or LinkedIn . Connect with me: @diskon4no www.jasonreagin.ga

I had the awesome opportunity to speak with Georgina Dean for this episode of Design Cast.  Georgina is passionate about helping International K-12 schools through their digital transformation.  She is EVERYWHERE!  You can connect with her on many platforms and channels which are all mentioned in the episode. Now sit back, relax and enjoy this chat with Georgina Dean… Connect with G...

I had the chance to welcome back the very first guest on #DesignCast, Jesse Donnelly, for this episode... Jesse co-hosts "The Learning Factory" Podcast with David McMahon, who was a recent guest as well.  Jesse and I talk about his new role at a new school and reflects on the joys of being a podcast host! Connect with Jesse: Twitter: @jessedon22 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-don...

My guest, Andrew Nicholls, is a highly experienced educator, designer and OHSEM specialist. Moving from a career in Industrial Design for Education, for the last sixteen years Andrew has educated students in a broad range of disciplines and subjects including Visual Arts, Technologies (Design and Digital), Humanities, and Building and Construction. As an educational leader, he has provided profess...

I had the awesome opportunity to speak with Dr. Phil Cummins for this episode of Design Cast.  Phil is Managing Partner of Educational Leadership and Development, Governance and Strategy at ‘ A School for Tomorrow ’.  Our discussion is lively and focuses predominantly on how character education factors into the evolving educational landscape globally.  He is such a positive and fun...

I had the pleasure of speaking to my longtime friend, Jo Veale for this episode of Design Cast.  Jo has such a positive and human-centered approach to education and to life.  I know that you will really enjoy this chat with her!  Please connect with Jo via Facebook and Instagram! Facebook: www.facebook.com/tea153mountmaunganui/  Instagram: Tea153

For this episode of Design Cast I had a great follow-up chat with Jon Halligan.  Jon was a guest on episode  26 of this podcast.  This episode is the conclusion of our chat from last week, so if you have not heard the first part of this discussion, please be sure to check out episode 67. Also, I am excited to announce that this is the first Design Cast episode that features the STEM...

For this episode of Design Cast I had a great follow-up chat with Jon Halligan.  Jon was a guest on episode  26 of this podcast.  This was a chance for me to catch up with Jon and to hear about all the great work he is doing in Switzerland.  This is the first of a two-part episode as we had so much to talk about that it was best to break it up into two sections!  Next week...

On this episode of Design Cast, I had the distinct pleasure of speaking to Heather Catchpole.  Heather is the Co-founder and Head of Content for “ Careers with STEM ” publisher Refraction Media.  You will certainly enjoy hearing all about her work supporting STEM education.  We talk about a whole host of topics and I am confident that you will find some amazing insights in what she...