Back To Class With Mr.H

Some people spend years trying to figure out who they are. Joe Gannone knew early and wasn't afraid to act on it. A former student with a big personality and an even bigger presence, Joe jumped headfirst into the world at just 18 years old. A champion wrestler, natural connector, and a strategic thinker, Joe didn't wait for permission or a perfect plan--he stepped into the fray and built...

National Champion Chuck Everson joins Mr. H to talk about what championship moments really give us==and what they don't. From Villanova to everyday life; this conversation explores humility, gratitude, and the relationships that matter long after the spotlight fades. Class may end, but the learning never does. America's #1 Feel-Good Education Podcast

Milan Cheeks returns for Part 2 to reflect on confidence, mentorship, and the power of being believed in. A reminder that one voice--at the right moment--can change everything America's #1 Feel-Good Education Podcast

What happens when learning doesn't stop at the classroom door? In this episode of Back To Class With Mr. H, former student Milan Cheeks returns to 1511 to reflect on the journey of finding direction in a world that's changing faster than ever. In an age shaped by technology, AI, and constant noise, Milan shares what really mattered in helping him discover his path--curiosity, adaptabilit...

    Come with us on the journey of Angel Velasquez, who went from a disengaged student to a community leader and mentor who is helping shape the lives of the next generation. In this episode Angel opens up about the real story behind his growth: --The struggles he had as a student --the mentors who saw something in him he didn't see in himself --the spark that turned him towards barbering --h...

      Some students walk into your classroom and leave a mark that lasts forever. Dylan was one of those kids. In High School; Dylan had all the potential in the world. He was smart, funny, athletic with a big personality. But like with many teenagers not everything clicked for Dylan at that time. The want was seemingly there, but the execution did not always match the desire. Dylan was battling a...

What does it mean to show up—every single day—with heart, humor, and humility? In this powerful episode of Back to Class, Mr. H sits down with one of the most quietly impactful figures to ever walk the halls of his school: CC Cosgrove. As the beloved manager of the basketball team and a daily presence in Room 1511, CC wasn’t known for academic accolades or athletic feats—but for something far more...

In this deeply personal episode, Mr. H reunites with former Coach and mentor, Rich Wrase-- a man whose passion, honesty, and belief in others helped shape not just players, but futures.  Coach Wrase was more than a clipboard and a whistle. He was the one who reminded Mr. H that working with kids mattered, and that 5 minute conversation outside of a school bus changed the direction of Mr. H's...

Mr. H reconnects with former student Nicole Johnson, now a yoga instructor and wellness guide, for a conversation that flows from laughter to introspection — much like a great yoga class. As they revisit classroom memories and explore Nicole’s journey into mindfulness and movement, the episode stretches beyond the physical to explore balance, breath, and the ways we learn to carry ourselves throug...

 In this episode of Back to Class with Mr. H , award-winning author and podcaster Sara Lohse reconnects with Mr. H to reflect on her journey from the classroom to the creative world. Sara shares inspiring stories, hard-earned lessons, and valuable advice for the next generation of dreamers, creators, and storytellers. Tune in to Hey Hanlon, You Call This a Podcast? for authentic conversation, laug...

Episode 1: Hometown Heroes Who Built Success at Home What does it mean to stay rooted — to build a life, a family, and a legacy in the very place where it all began? In this opening episode of Back to Class with Mr. H, Dalton and Dene McCarthy share their journey of becoming leaders in the same community where they once walked the halls as students. From balancing careers and family to guiding oth...

Back to Class with Mr. H is more than a podcast—it’s a homecoming. A chalk-dusted reunion between a retired teacher and the students whose stories are still unfolding. For 25 years, I taught 7th grade social studies and coached basketball in Room 1511. Every day, I wrote a quote on the board. Every week, I tried to reach kids not just through content, but through connection. When I retired, I real...