Coffee With A Geek Podcast

Bryna Moritz is a young and energetic Superintendent at Pine Valley Central School , in Western New York. A rural district, Bryna was a year into her superintendency when the Covid Pandemic hit. I ask Bryna about her vision of leadership during that trying time and her thoughts on moving forward into the future. A little about Bryna's background: After starting her education in Law, she soon disco...

Stevie is a really dynamic 5th grade teacher who puts podcasting to work with her students to create magical learning! I had a great conversation with her about her favorite cup of coffee, her podcasting work, and even her bucket list. A little about Stevie in her own words: Stevie Frank just finished her 12th year of teaching. She’s currently teaching 5th grade Humanities at Zionsville West Middl...

This month's guest is the ever inspirational JaVonda Tucker.  I started following her on Twitter and have really enjoyed reading her thoughtful comments and successful school strategies!  With her contagious optimism and vision I feel she is a school leader to watch!  I will ask her about her educational journey, her thoughts on leading through a pandemic, and her future goals and i...

This Month  I was able to chat with another Tech Savvy History Teacher.  Jamie Ellman was recently showcased in  Edtech Magazine  discussing her favorite edtech tools for history.   I'm looking forward to chatting with her about a range of issues from her favorite tech tools and thoughts on education! A little bit about Jamie in her own words:  " As a Level III i...

Great edtech interviews and commentary over a good cup of coffee... Coffee optional.   I had a great opportunity to chat with Technology Coordinator, Jonathan Redeker from Goshen Central Schools A little about Jonathan in his own words:  "Helping educators learn and grow is a passion which drives me to think differently, lead boldly, and grow continually.  The fast-paced, ever chang...

DATE:   February 13th, 2021 TIME:  9am Eastern As usual, my main source of interview inspiration comes from my social media feeds.  Especially Twitter.  This first interview of 2021 is no different.  I have been following Alicia Blankenship for quite some time and enjoy her thoughtful posts and analysis.  She is an "in the trenches" teacher so I really wanted to...

Scanning the amazing educators on Twitter always brings me to amazing educators.  Dr. Sam Fecich (@Sfecich) always brings some thoughtful posts and commentary.  I reached out to chat and was so happy to discuss the state of education, educational technology, and pre-service teacher prep.     A little about Sam in her own words:   Professor of education at Grove C...

In time of trouble and strife, seek comforts and inspiration in the arts.  I had a great conversation with artist, educator, and author, Tim Needles.  I connected with Tim through ISTE's STEAM PLN and was amazed at his work and innovative ideas.     A little bit out Tim in his own words:   Tim Needles is an artist, educator and author of STEAM Power: Infusing Art...

Coffee with a Geek first!  I am going to interview an amazing educator for the 2nd time!  Rachelle Dene Poth is an amazingly dynamic teacher, presenter, and author!  I'm going to ask her about her edtech adventures since the last time we chatted and discuss her new book, Chart a New Course:  A Guide to Teaching Essential Skills for Tomorrow’s World.  I'll also ask her abou...