Classroom Brew

140: Robot teacher voice returns with a twist.  Ryan goes into Distance Report Card Pickup/Distance Parent-Teacher Conferences, a callback to Episode 70, and the possible teacher uses of Rod Blagojevich's Cameo account.   This episode is available as a FREE video podcast at: bit.ly/rodbot140 www.patreon.com/classroombrew  to get more video podcast episodes and access other great bonus content. Int...

139: This is a preview of the full video podcast episode on Patreon.  To access the FULL episode on Ryan's uncensored thoughts about certain coworkers (and tons of bonus content and podcast merch.), go to www.patreon.com/classroombrew Episode 140 on Thursday will still be free AND it will be offered as a free FULL-LENGTH video podcast on YouTube. Episode 139 preview video:  https://youtu.be/scR5yh...

138: Katy and Ryan talk about the loss of student engagement during distance learning, canceling standardized testing due to COVID (what a shame, right? lol), Ryan's voice over side gig and an odd yet interesting project, Katy's YouTube, and an idiotic critique Ryan received from the district about a podcast lesson in the classroom. www.patreon.com/classroombrew  to get more video podcast episodes...

137: Brian P returns to the podcasting world to chat about side gigs to supplement teaching income, the impact on kids, life after podcasting, sports being canceled as a coach during Covid, and the impact on SENIORs (graduation, scholarships, etc). www.patreon.com/classroombrew  to support the show and access other great exclusive content! Brian's Voice Over Work:  https://brianvoicework.com/ Ryan...

136: Daisy offers insight into online teaching, its challenges, its benefits. Also discussed: her career transitions, which led her to becoming an online teacher AND her social media presence.  Definitely check this one out for some great distance learning tips!  Curious about why she goes by Miss Honey? Listen in! Daisy on Instagram: @the_realmisshoney www.patreon.com/classroombrew  to support th...

135: A SWAPCAST with Teachers Who Drink - and why! Anne, Mary, and Ryan continue to drink and talk about their thoughts on COVID-19, why they started their podcast, the impact of anonymity/fear of backlash, why the two have shifted (entirely or partially) out of the classroom; and those shitty coworkers who still stay around the field of education.  Also discussed: who drinks more during an episod...

134: Leo and Ryan conduct a Social Distancing Podcast to discuss the chaos of teachers suddenly shifting to E-Learning due to COVID-19 school closures: Everything from instruction, communication, and the impact for grade promotion; to IEPs/504s and confidentiality concerns.  Cheers!  Stay safe and healthy, everyone! www.patreon.com/classroombrew  to support the show and access other great exclusiv...

133: Let's all be realistic about our expectations for the COVID-19 "E-Learning" scenario for a a quick second: Ryan dives into the realities of a low-income school and "switching to online learning."  Also discussed: a student who never shows up but expects to receive an A+ in the class, what to expect from "deep cleaning" in an inequitable district, and updates to the Patreon and content you can...

132: Check out the preview of our Patreon-Exclusive BONUS Episode, where Ryan unveils the original Pilot Episode of Classroom Brew from 2017 and reacts/interacts with "Past Ryan" in real time! To get the entire Video Episode (and access to Episode 1), visit: www.patreon.com/classroombrew

  131: In the first ever Carcast, Ryan and Brian discuss the COVID-19 pandemic, SCHOOLS CLOSING, emails from everyone about coronavirus, Brian's Narcolepsy, hip-hop hype-up's, and the surplus of ACRONYMS in teaching. DISCLAIMER: ABSOLUTELY ZERO ALCOHOL WAS CONSUMED FOR THIS EPISODE RECORDING. www.patreon.com/classroombrew  to support the show and access other great exclusive content! Interact with...

130: In a live-stream segment, Ryan goes into the Coronavirus threat in his school district, hilarious micro-moments with students, track coaching stuff, the "just for today" mentality, teaching a podcast unit in U.S. History classes, and ignorant feedback from the school district. www.patreon.com/classroombrew  to support the show and access other great exclusive content! Interact with the show! ...

129: The two-drink minimum continues as Ryan covers student assumptions, the injury, the Texas Art Teacher of the Year who was terminated for showing pictures of her fiancé, and the recent pay adjustments for Chicago Public School teachers. www.patreon.com/classroombrew  to support the show and access other great exclusive content! Interact with the show!  classroombrew@gmail.com  and @ClassroomBr...

128: No, that's not a title typo.  For this week's episode, Ryan dives in to Antonio Banderas, when students claim that his catapult measuring is dishonest, the meaning of "quoi," and GRRRAT TAT DA DA DA.   Get THIS WEEK's exclusive video episode at www.patreon.com/classroombrew  to support the show and access other great exclusive content! Interact with the show!  classroombrew@gmail.com  and @Cl...

127: Behind the scenes for the intro song AND the full VIDEO podcast available on Patreon!  Ryan talks about the transition from semester 1 to semester 2, what makes a Professional Development (PD) great, and SPAM EMAILS that are sent to teachers. Support the show and access EXCLUSIVE content:  https://www.patreon.com/classroombrew Interact with the show!  classroombrew@gmail.com Social Media: @Cl...

126: Hallie calls in to discuss Teachers Pay Teachers, the realities of running Professional Development, and the things that a Speech-Language Pathologist wants YOU to know.  Also discussed: Hallie's upcoming Podcast debut and her interesting classroom situation... For exclusive content and/or to support the show, visit  https://www.patreon.com/classroombrew Interact with the show!  classroombrew...

125: Matt and Ryan have a drunken discussion on idealism vs. realism in low performing schools (including failed Restorative Justice implementation) and the woes of "teaching from the hip" with current events. Support the show and/or access EXCLUSIVE content:  https://www.patreon.com/classroombrew Interact with the show!  classroombrew@gmail.com Social Media: @ClassroomBrew  Check out Ryan's Podca...

124: Ryan's students claim he sounds like Joe Goldberg from "You."  Also covered: a bit about end of the semester stuff, staff outings, and important updates to the Patreon!  Video episode available to Patrons; visit  https://www.patreon.com/classroombrew Interact with the show!  classroombrew@gmail.com Social Media: @ClassroomBrew  Check out Ryan's Podcast Appearances:  www.podchaser.com/creators...

123: Travis Arroyo joins the podcast to talk about coaching, getting back into the swing of the school year in 2020, Special Education for non-traditional students, life lessons that are learned through sports, and the potential for Travis to start his own podcast.  All this and more over a couple beers and a nice glass of whiskey! Travis on Instagram: @arroyotravis Interact with the show! Send a...

122: Matt and Ryan reunite to talk about public [prude] teacher personas, Matt's decision to leave his teacher preparation program, his blog and podcast, "pushing" students through school, small but impactful moments, SHOWING your level of education in your actions--not just on a piece of paper, and the mental health day conundrum. All this and more on this week's episode! Share YOUR experiences:...

121: It's officially ass-kissing season for teachers. Ugh... Ryan discusses the backlash of having a podcast, "true fans," low attendance turnout on make-up school days (due to the teacher strike), awful 2020 [minutes late] punctuality from students, commuting home from work with little sleep, and the dreaded "ass-kissing season."  All this and more on this week's episode! Share YOUR experiences:...

120: Everything from temporary [nightmare] classrooms, to student versus staff games, mental health day guilt, professional development qualms, and teachers with egos. Ryan covers all this and much more! Welcome to 2020! Give us a rating and review in Apple Podcasts for a shoutout! Send us a voice recording!  classroombrew@gmail.com Social Media: @ClassroomBrew  Check out Ryan's Podcast Appearance...

119: Due to the poor timing of our weekly episode release and a desire to spend more time with friends and family, here is Ryan's brief farewell to 2019.  See you in 2020 with Episode 120! Give us a rating and review in Apple Podcasts for a shoutout! Send us a voice recording!  classroombrew@gmail.com Social Media: @ClassroomBrew  Check out Ryan's Podcast Appearances:  www.podchaser.com/creators/r...

118: Lish Cromwell and Ryan chat about changing schools after the school year has already begun, taking over a classroom from an awful human being, establishing trust and useful life skills for students, school districts that are "on schedule," the trouble with substitutes, and more! Give us a rating and review in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app for a shoutout! Send us a voice recordin...

117: Shoutouts to two of our amazing listeners on this episode! Ryan also sits down to test out a different microphone while talking about low attendance on the first strike make-up day (the day before Thanksgiving) and the possible excuses given by teachers and students, alike.  No judgment! Give us a rating and review in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app for a shoutout! Send us a voice...

116: Paul France (@Paul_Emerich) sits down to drink and chat about workplace discrimination toward LGBTQ teachers, the positive and negative influence of social media, and the difference that teacher autonomy can make. Paul on Instagram: @Paul_Emerich Check out Paul's book:  https://www.amazon.com/Reclaiming-Personalized-Learning-Restoring-Classrooms/dp/1544360665 Send us a voice recording and hav...