Tim Connors

Speaking Up

Education EN ↓ 7 episodes

Hosted by the Illinois Communication and Theatre Association, Speaking Up showcases various communicators from across the state of Illinois.

Author

Tim Connors

Episodes

Ed Schwarz Speaks Up - Episode 6 28.05.2026 20:45

ICTA Executive Director Ed Schwarz discusses the organization's history and the importance of getting involved. Visit our website for more information.

Susan Bookless Speaks Up - Episode 5 18.03.2026 19:32

Galena High School Teacher Susan Bookless talks about her involvement with IHSA speech and journalism as well as what it means to her to use her voice for good. Visit our website for more information.

Tim Mahoney Speaks Up - Episode 4 17.02.2026 35:12

ICTA President Tim Connors speaks with lawyer, author, and public speaker Tim Mahoney on how to avoid teacher burnout Visit our website for more information.

Susie Knoblauch Speaks Up - Episode 3 19.01.2026 25:16

ICTA President Tim Connors speaks with IHSA Executive Director Susie Knoblauch about her journey from teaching to coaching to working for the IHSA ahead of her retirement. Visit our website for more information.

Ben Stewart Speaks Up - Episode 2 19.12.2025 23:42

ICTA President Tim Connors speaks with Speechwire's Ben Stewart about the founding of his digital tournament software and what he learned from his years in the speech world Visit our website for more information.

Kanoa Mulling Speaks Up - Episode 1 of "Speaking Up", an ICTA podcast 01.12.2025 18:31

Welcome to the first official episode of "Speaking Up" hosted by Tim Connors, President of the Illinois Communications and Theatre Association. In this episode, meet Kanoa Mulling, an English teacher and speech coach at Homewood-Flossmor Community High School. Hear about his experience with ICTA and a new coaching technique--"Play or Polish". Visit our website for more informat...

Preview - Speaking Up, an ICTA Podcast 21.11.2025 0:49

Introducing a new podcast from the Illinois Communication and Theatre Association