No Name Paper: A Teacher Podcast

Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Mary Ellen and Matt Smith, the dynamic husband-and-wife team behind the thriving theater program at Riverdale High School in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. In this conversation, you'll hear about: Their Unique Paths to Teaching: Mary Ellen shares her journey from dental hygienist to theater educator, initially pursuing a chemistry degree before fi...

Teaching Restorative Practices with Danica Hall This week on The No Name Paper Podcast, Meghan and Candace sit down with educator, SEL coach, and restorative justice advocate Danica Hall of Columbus City Schools. From corporate life to the classroom, Danica shares her powerful journey into education and how restorative practices became her calling. We dive deep into: What restorative practices rea...

🎙️ Podcast Summary Notes Episode Title: The Power of Play: Gamification, Creativity & Student Voice with Dustin Remy Guests: Dustin Remy (@teachersplayground) Hosts: Megan Wells and Candace Miller 👤 Guest Bio: Dustin Remy Dustin Remy is a veteran educator, speaker, and edtech innovator passionate about transforming classrooms into engaging, curiosity-driven learning spaces. From teaching AP Gover...

In this inspiring episode, BreAnne Fennell—educator, author, and play advocate—joins Meghan Wells and Candace Miller to discuss the power of play in education. From building classrooms out of Legos to publishing books that center joy, Bre shares her journey through 16 years of teaching, writing, and leading with authenticity. Whether you’re a high school science teacher or a kindergarten paraprofe...

In this episode, Meghan Wells and Candace Miller sit down with the ever-curious and adventurous educator, Becky Schnekser , to explore how science, travel, and authentic storytelling can change the classroom. 🧪 Becky shares the story behind her incredible collection of Amazon artifacts and how her field expeditions influence both her teaching style and student engagement. From navigating jungle t...

EdTech, Tacos, and Food Tours with Gabriel Carrillo Description: This week on No Name Paper, we welcome Gabriel Carrillo—EdTech specialist, keynote speaker, and host of the EdTechBytes podcast. Based in San Antonio, Gabriel is famous for turning conference networking into epic food tours and for blending technology and tacos in creative ways that break down classroom barriers. Whether you’re a new...

🎙️ No Name Paper Podcast | Featuring Alex Valencic Episode Title: “Sustainable Teaching, Radical Reflection: A Conversation with Alex Valencic” Episode Summary: In this illuminating episode, we sit down with Alex Valencic , a passionate educator, instructional coach, and professional development advocate, for an honest conversation about the evolving role of teachers in today’s educational landsca...

Making Learning Magical with Kiki Powell Show Notes: Join us as we talk with Kiki Powell, an award-winning educator, mentor, and content creator known for her innovative teaching strategies and captivating classroom engagement. Kiki shares her journey of transforming the educational experience through creativity, costumes, and collaborations with leading educational brands. In this inspiring episo...

🎙️ Episode Title: Rethinking Depth of Knowledge and Inquiry with Erik M. Francis 📝 Show Notes: In this episode, Erik M. Francis, author and depth of knowledge (DOK) expert, shares his insights on transforming educational practices with a focus on inquiry-based learning, smart brevity, and authentic engagement. Listen in as we explore the power of strategic questioning, depth of knowledge framewor...

Join Meghan Wells and Candice Miller as they sit down with education powerhouse Dr. Joy Wilson, whose career has spanned every educational role imaginable—from teacher and instructional coach to principal and superintendent. Joy is now sharing her insights through her podcast, Superintendent in Sneakers , and today she’s on No Name Paper to talk leadership, career growth, and educator side hustles...

High Engagement, Real Results with John Meehan Ready to ditch the ordinary and turn your classroom into a place students can't wait to enter? On this episode of No Name Paper , Candace and Meghan talk with John Meehan—educator, co-founder of EMC² Learning, and author of EDrenaline Rush and Fully EngagED . John shares how theme parks, escape rooms, and video games can revolutionize student engageme...

🗓️ Episode Summary: This week on No Name Paper , we’re talking to Cheryl Graff—a Chicago-based high school special education teacher who turned an unexpected opportunity into a powerful cross-cultural learning experience. What started as a chance encounter has now grown into a thriving exchange program between her students and families in Germany. Cheryl shares how she coordinates international tr...

Language Is a Bridge: A Conversation with Andrea Bitner 📚 Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of No Name Paper: The Teacher Podcast , we’re joined by educator, author, and advocate Andrea Bitner . With experience as an English language teacher, reading specialist, and literacy coach, Andrea shares how her work led her to champion a powerful message: learning a second language is an asset—n...

Episode 4: Teachers Deserve It – Featuring Rae Hughart 🗓️ Released: April 24,2025 Note speakpipe link was wrong in the episode. It is listed here. This week, we’re having an early celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week with someone who lives and breathes advocacy for educators— Rae Hughart . Rae is a nationally recognized educator, author, TEDx speaker, and the creator of the Teachers Deserve It...

🎙️ Episode 3: Culture Over Compliance – A Conversation with Dr. Darrin Peppard 🗓️ Released: April 18, 2025 This week’s episode is a little longer than usual—but for good reason. We sit down with Dr. Darrin Peppard, author of Culture First Classrooms , to explore why putting culture first transforms classrooms, campuses, and communities. From practical takeaways to leadership lessons, this conversa...

Episode 2: “This IS a Test” Release Date: April 7, 2025 ✏️ Episode Description: In this candid conversation, Meghan and Candace dive into the realities of testing season —from personal experiences with standardized testing as students and teachers to the emotional and professional pressures that come with it. 🧪 Topics Covered in This Episode: They reflect on how testing has evolved , what it real...

No Name Paper: The Teacher Podcast – Episode 1Episode Title: "Why Teaching? Why Now?" Release Date: April 4,2025 Welcome to the first-ever episode of No Name Paper: The Teacher Podcast ! Join your host, Meghan Wells, alongside Candice Miller, as we kick off the conversation around one critical question: Why teaching, and why now? We'll unpack why teaching is not only essential but deeply personal—...

No Name Paper and Podcast exploring teaching from all the perspectives.