Unmuted Education Podcast

Derek and Coebie discuss the potential impact of the Supreme Court's decision to allow the first public religious charter school, which is Catholic. They debate the historical separation of church and state in education, questioning whether it's necessary or beneficial. Derek argues that education should incorporate philosophy and theology, while Coebie emphasizes the need for a moral foundation i...

Unmuted podcast focusing on early childhood education and parenting. The episode features two preschool educators, Alice and Dolly, who discuss significant changes in child development, social-emotional skills, and parenting approaches. They explore challenges like increased technology use, decreased social interaction, and the importance of teaching children basic skills like manners, self-help a...

In this eye-opening episode of Unmuted, educators Coebie, Derek, and Seth dive deep into the bureaucratic maze of modern education. They explore how excessive policies, documentation, and fear-driven procedures are suffocating the human element of teaching. From hiring practices that push out talented educators, to leadership approaches that prioritize paperwork over student needs, the conversatio...

This podcast, titled "Recess," is an informal, unstructured conversation between colleagues discussing various topics, primarily focusing on AI, technology, and business opportunities. In this episode, they discuss Derek's new job, a road trip for a Bitcoin mining project, and potential AI-driven business ideas, including an automated phone assistant for a bakery and an AI-powered educational less...

🎉 BONUS EPISODE 🎉 Normally exclusive to our Patreon supporters, we're releasing this powerful conversation for all listeners! In this eye-opening episode, former teacher and law enforcement officer Nathan reveals the harsh realities of today's education system. Hear a candid, insider's perspective on the systemic challenges facing teachers, including moral dilemmas, administrative pr...

After a 10 plus years in education, many educators are starting to leave the field. In this episode Nathan shares while he is leaving education and not turning back.

This episode takes listeners behind the scenes with Principal Coebie and Assistant Principal Derek as they candidly discuss the challenges facing educators today. Joined by outside perspective Seth, they unpack the complex world of teacher burnout - exploring everything from classroom pressures to administrative challenges. With 31 years of experience and raw, unfiltered conversations, this podcas...

Coebie, a principal with 31 years of experience, recently retired on June 30, 2025. She discussed her emotional journey, including the challenges of balancing intuitive leadership with data-driven policies, the impact of school closures and COVID-19, and the frustration with one-year-only contracts for new teachers. Coebie emphasized the importance of valuing and supporting children and teachers,...

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