Carly Strauss and Lyndsey Bednar

We Can Do EPIC Things

Teaching is hard. As it turns out, we can do EPIC things. A podcast for people who love learning.

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Author

Carly Strauss and Lyndsey Bednar

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.dcsd.net

Latest episode

Nov 5, 2026

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Episodes

17. The One Where You Can’t Make This Up 12.12.2023

The fan favorite segment “You Can’t Make This Up” has its own episode! These stories will leave you saying “Wow! You can’t make this up.”

16. The One Where It’s Just Us 05.12.2023

Our first solo pod! In this episode we cover a variety of topics and answer questions from the listeners. Listen to learn more about the your two EPIC hosts. Lyndsey has a new favorite animal and Carly shares about the day she came unprepared for recess duty. Don’t miss it.

15. The One Where We Hustle 28.11.2023

‘Tis the season to hustle! In this episode we learn about the various side hustles that our staff members do in their spare time. Be sure to check out the link for more information on each side hustle!

14. The One Where We’re Thankful 21.11.2023

This podcast is just what you need to kick off your Thanksgiving break! Listen as our first-grade friends read their writing about what they are thankful for and how they would disguise a turkey. 🦃 We are so thankful for YOU, our listeners, and we hope you have a restful break.

13. The One Where We Get Busted, Part 2 14.11.2023

Busted! In this part two episode, we continue to bust myths on EPIC Learning with a very special guest who we brought out of retirement; Rommy Cronin-Mack. Listen as we clear up misconceptions and even give some advice on concerts to attend! 🎶

12. The One Where We Try Again…and again…and again. 07.11.2023

As teachers, we are continuously improving our craft. Listen as we talk with Alyssa Park, 4th grade teacher, about her many iterations of EPIC Learning. If you need encouragement to keep trying, this is the episode for you!

11. The One Where We Get Rich 31.10.2023

We are back from fall break! In this episode, learn more about our Executive Director of Grants and Accountability, Marc Walling. Marc explains not only his job, but also his experience with EPIC Learning as a parent of two kids in our district. He is also crazy…listen to find out why!

10. The One Where We Feel Included 17.10.2023

It feels good to be included. In this episode we are joined by the Office of Inclusive Education and learn more about EPIC instruction for all students. Listen to find out if Jeannie Dwyer really was attacked by a shark. 🦈

9. The One Where We Step It Up and Get Rigorous 10.10.2023

Spoiler alert: Rigor doesn’t mean harder! Listen to find out more about rigor and how it applies to all learners.

8. The One Where We Were Blindsided 04.10.2023

The title for this one says it all.

7. The One Where We Get Busted 26.09.2023

It’s time to get busted! In this episode our cohosts, Crespin and Adam, will take some common myths about EPIC Learning in Douglas County School District and bust them, sharing what EPIC Learning really is. The sound effects in this episode are not to be missed.

6. The One Where We Sell It 19.09.2023

Do you ever wonder why a school district would need a marketing director? Meet Hailey Sebahar who makes Douglas County Schools look great! Hailey loves highlighting all the amazing things teachers and students are doing. You won’t want to miss the interesting path that brought her to Nevada.

5. The One Where We Huddle Up Part 2 12.09.2023

We are huddling up once again to meet our 4 secondary Instructional Coaches. Listen to hear their journeys to becoming an EPIC coach and their wild stories from teaching middle and high school!

4. The One Where We Huddle Up Part 1 05.09.2023

All good teams need a coach and we are lucky enough to have 8 of them. In this episode, we will meet our 4 elementary Instructional Coaches and learn some EPIC plays. You won’t want to miss the insightful “I used to think, but now I know” segment.

3. The One Where We Were on a Break 29.08.2023

Do you ever wonder what is on the minds of the people providing PD for teachers and school staffs? In today’s episode we introduce ourselves and our office, The Professional Development Center, as we leave summer behind and head into another action packed school year.

2. The One Where We Take It Down a Notch 22.08.2023

Despite the name of this episode, these two guests are top notch in our eyes. Listen as our district leaders in Curriculum and Instruction describe responsive instruction.

1. The One Where We Go Straight to the Top 16.08.2023

Check out our first full length episode where we learn more about DCSD’s Superintendent Keith Lewis. You will want to listen until the very end for a good laugh.

The One Where We Get Schooled By a Fifth Grader 12.06.2023

Carly and Lyndsey get an impromptu lesson in podcast making from a fifth grader who knows a thing or two about making a podcast.

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