Where The Whiteboards Are

In this episode Amanda, Eric and Jacob give their views on the idea of teachers and schools indoctrinating students. In this episode we also discuss "the incident" involving the music video from the song This Is America.

The WTWA gang addresses the use of ChatGPT and other AI's in the classroom.

The WTWA welcomes back guest Joey Stokes as they talk through what works and what doesn't work in the rite of passage between teachers and parents... the much bemoaned parent teacher conference.

The WTWA gang sits down with two former agriculture teacher colleagues to get an overview of AgEd and why it's important to society. The hilarious duo offer great insights while also showing us their passion and dedication to their craft.

The WTWA gang sits down to answer questions from strangers about being the field of public education and what is like to be a teacher.

In this episode the WTWA sit down with a former student to gain his perspective on his high school years now that he has been graduated for 5 years.

The WTWA gang discusses the role of the mobile phone in the classroom. From banning them to using them a tool of learning we dig into our thoughts and opinions surrounding this hot topic.

WTWA on the Road: In this bonus episode Jacob has the podcast on the road at the MASC (Missouri Association of Student Councils) Advisors Conference where he sits down with two longtime teacher friends. Jacob, Dan, and Taylor have all known each other since they were teenagers. In their long conversation they explore heart felt topics related to teaching but also humorous and sarcastic tangents of...

WTWA On the Road: Jacob take the podcast on the road and has the chance to sit down with some interesting veteran teachers and student council advisors from a wide range of school demographics. They discuss a wide range of topics pertaining to schools, leadership, and student councils.

The WTWA gang delves in the questions of how and when do teachers become confident in their profession.

The WTWA gang explores their own experiences with teachers and describe the best and worst teachers they've had.

The WTWA gang chat with three different librarians in our first of many conversations about libraries. We discuss a wide range of topics that are impacting public school and community libraries in the state of Missouri and beyond. We will be recording many more episodes about libraries in the future. Let us know what you think about the topics we address.

The WTWA gang does another blind react episode from a list they found on the teachers subreddit. It is a long episode, we discuss a wide variety of topics all centered around admin (principals) being able to better serve their teachers. Let us know what you think of our responses or better yet drop us another list to blind react to.

The WTWA gang sits down with a former student teacher of Amanda to discuss the life and struggles of a new-ish teacher. Do you know a current student teacher or a new teacher that would want to share their experience with us? Share your stories of being a new(ish) teacher with us.

The WTWA gang debate the best teaching supplies needed to get the job done. They explore which ink pen is the best, paperclips vs. binder clips, and many other funny tangents. Do you have an ink pen that outshines our preferences? Are you a staunch paperclip supporter? Do you know where Jacob's 17 stapler disappeared to? If you have questions, comments, or episode ideas we would love for you t...

The WTWA gang reacts to an article stating "12 Wonderful Things about Being a Teacher". How would you respond to the list? If you have questions, comments, or episode ideas we would love for you to reach out to us at WTWA@277media.com .

The WTWA gang sits down for the first time in months to talk about the experience of starting a new school year. The four of them don't agree on the same approach but we get to give into how each one tackles that pivotal time of energy and anxiety.

Every school needs an instructional coach like this! The WTWA gang offers a longer episode by hosting a question and answer session with guest, Nicole Harrell, an instruction coach. Do you have a support staff position that has been a game changer? Do you want to know more about instructional coaches? If you have questions, comments, or episode ideas we would love for you to reach out to us at WTW...

The WTWA gang serves up a shorter episode exploring some of their positive experience as teachers and tips on how they maintain a positive mental attitude. How do you maintain your PMA while teaching or did you decide to leave the industry for greener pastures? If you have questions, comments, or episode ideas we would love for you to reach out to us at WTWA@277media.com .

The WTWA gang doesn't hold back as they explain the basics of teacher salary and also get passionate in their conversation about the lack of financial compensation for classroom teachers. Do you feel like teachers are overpaid and just a bunch of whiny, lazy babysitters? You can contact us with your questions, comments, or episode ideas at WTWA@277media.com .

The WTWA gang share a few of their most memorable success stories and moments that brought them joy through their time in the classroom.

The WTWA gang explores the in and outs of what it is like to live a day as a teacher with returning guest Dena Offerdahl. Dena is a librarian, former social studies teacher, great friend, and one of the best educators we have ever worked with. If you have questions, comments, or episode ideas we would love for you to reach out to us at WTWA@277media.com .

The WTWA gang talk about some of their many surprised they discovered in their journey as educators. What surprised you when you first started teaching? Has teaching post-Covid led to any interesting surprises? Let us know by reaching us at WTWA@277media.com .

The WTWA gang dives deep into the conversation about the supports teachers need to receive in order to be effective educators. Our first guest Dena Offerdahl joins us. Dena is a library media specialist, former social studies teacher, great friend, and one of the best educators we have ever worked with. Is there something we missed, do you disagree with us, or are we the best education podcast eve...

The WTWA gang discusses why they chose a career in education. If you want to share with us why you got into education or drop us a line, we would love for you to reach out to us at WTWA@277media.com .