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Join us as we explore the world of school librarians, their challenges, creative initiatives, and the vital role they play in fostering a love for reading among students. This episode features insights from librarians at different school levels, highlighting their innovative programs and the importance of libraries in education. We called upon our friends, Charli and Jodi, who are both school libr...

April is the month to celebrate the grilled cheese sandwich. Listen for the history of the grilled cheese, variations on the recipe, celebrations for grilled cheese and a countdown of best grilled cheese. We do love cheese.

Join Michelle and Karin as they share personal stories, spring break history, and decluttering tips, all wrapped in humor and nostalgia. This episode explores the cultural significance of spring break, funny college memories, and practical advice for a fresh start. Listen up to find out everything you didn't know you needed to know about Spring Break, past and present.

Michelle and Karin talk about the coolest sea cows around, known as manatees. These creatures are so cool, and we wanted to share information about them, so we can protect them. You don't want to miss this episode. Check out Michelle's similarities to the manatee...you won't be disappointed!

Join Michelle and Karin for a lively discussion on the iconic TV show The Golden Girls, exploring its themes, characters, and cultural impact. The hosts share personal insights, favorite moments, and the show's relevance today. Keywords: Golden Girls, TV Show, 80s, 90s, Classic TV, Women in TV, Aging Gracefully, Cultural Impact, Comedy, Nostalgia

Join Michelle and Karin as they share hilarious and heartwarming teacher stories, discuss the quirks of student behavior, and explore the joys and challenges of teaching young children. Perfect for educators, parents, and anyone who loves a good laugh about school life. Keywords: teacher stories, education, funny classroom moments, student behavior, teaching humor, elementary school, teacher anecd...

March 15 is Everything You Think is Wrong Day. We interpreted it differently than most people, but that's what we do here at Beeswax Biz-whatever the f@#% we want! Join Karin and Michelle as they share things they think are wrong, a la Pet Peeves! And hear what our listeners told us about the things they think are wrong. From car tweezers to pediatric nail clippers, bad drivers to bad grammar,...

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. This year's theme is that awareness should be always, not just one month of the year. Join Karin and Michelle as they share personal stories and insights regarding developmental disabilities, inclusion, and the importance of understanding and advocating for individuals with disabilities. This episode highlights the significance of meaningful...

Michelle and Karin discuss bad ass women who have made a difference in the world. You don’t want to miss this celebration of women!

Join Michelle and Karin as they share hilarious and heartfelt stories about concerts, childhood memories, and the joys of live music. From first concerts to unforgettable festival moments, this episode is a celebration of music, friendship, and life's unexpected surprises.

Join us as we share personal updates, reflect on the 1980 Olympic hockey miracle, and explore the importance of teamwork and resilience. This episode is packed with inspiring stories, nostalgic moments, and community highlights. As a special bonus, in true Beeswax style, Karin and Michelle watched two entirely different movies of the same story. Michelle watched the biopic and Karin watched the do...

Join Michelle and Karin for their latest installment of teacher stories. They share hilarious and heartwarming moments from their teaching experiences, including funny student comments, classroom management tips, and personal updates. This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at elementary education and the joys and challenges of working with young children. In addition, Michelle figures out th...

In this episode of the Beeswax Biz Podcast, hosts Michelle and Karin celebrate their podcast milestones, including reaching over 800 members in their Facebook group and reflecting on listener feedback from their 200th episode. They share humorous and sometimes horrifying Valentine's Day dating stories submitted by listeners, highlighting the ups and downs of dating experiences. The conversatio...

Michelle and Karin remember the struggles and laughter to arrive at 200 episodes. We think you will REALLY enjoy this episode. We certainly enjoyed making it for you. Thank you for being part of this dream and the Beeswax Biz Family! We love our listeners!!

In the episode, hosts Michelle and Karin dive into a variety of topics, including personal anecdotes, the challenges of podcasting, and their shared love for documentaries. They focus on a specific documentary, "The House From...", about iconic houses from famous movies and TV shows, discussing the impact these locations have on fans and the nostalgia they evoke. The conversation flows t...

In this episode, hosts Karin and Michelle celebrate their podcast journey, share personal updates, and dive into humorous stories from their lives. They discuss their love for pizza, including preferences, nostalgic memories, and fun facts about pizza history. The conversation also touches on community engagement, funny work experiences, and the versatility of pizza as a food. Listeners are encour...

Remember the epic sitcom, "Three's Company?" We love this show and chose it to be our retro review. Join us as we remember the Ropers, Jack, Chrissy, and Janet. What's your favorite episode?

In this episode, hosts Michelle and Karin celebrate their podcast milestones, share personal updates, and discuss the legacy of Christa McAuliffe, the first teacher in space. Christa McAuliffe day is commemorated annually on January 28th. They reflect on the impact of her tragic story on education and the importance of STEM initiatives. The episode also includes details about upcoming giveaways an...

Michelle and Karin dive into interesting facts about popcorn...all the facts. Types of popcorn, how much we consume, origins of popcorn and so much more. Largest popcorn ball in history? We have that! You don't want to miss this episode!!

In this episode, co-hosts Karin and Michelle dive into a light-hearted conversation that blends personal anecdotes with insights from their experiences as educators. They kick off the episode with a humorous discussion about their love for potatoes, showcasing their playful banter and camaraderie. As they transition into their weekly check-in, Karin shares her excitement about getting her vintage...

Karin and Michelle dive into this documentary about Steve Largent. This is an episode in the series, "A Football Life," and can be found on YouTube. This amazing documentary is not just sports related, it's also about people believing in you and how to make the most of what you have. You don't want to miss this episode, as Seahawk fans get ready to watch their team in the playoff...

In this episode, co-hosts Michelle and Karin celebrate their podcast journey, share life updates involving their pets, and dive into the whimsical world of rubber duckies. They discuss the history of rubber duckies, the joy of Jeep ducking, and even touch on the concept of rubber duck debugging in programming. The episode is filled with humor, personal anecdotes, and a light-hearted celebration of...

Michelle and Karin discuss the fabulous documentary, "Sunday Best." We barely scratched the surface of all the things in this show - the performances by the singers and dancers are incredible. We voted Ed Sullivan the original Anti-People Pleaser! See why and listen!!

In this episode, hosts Michelle and Karin reflect on their journey through 2025, discussing community engagement, personal challenges like 'No Buy January', and the importance of hydration. They highlight their podcast's growth, listener engagement, and memorable episodes, including discussions on documentaries and friendship. The episode concludes with a fun segment on listener-create...

Michelle and Karin discuss the documentary, "B.S. High," available on Hulu and HBO Max. This is a rollercoaster of emotions, and we barely scratched the surface. We'd love to know your thoughts. How can a fake school exist for three years? Find out in this episode?