What the World Needs Now

In this previously published episode, Josh and Tom interview Jim Hansen, a recently retired teacher from Nashua, New Hampshire. Jim shares the incredible ways he has knocked down the walls of his classroom, and has created learning experiences for his students that include lessons on the Boston Marathon and collaborating with students in Nairobi, Kenya. Below are some links to hear some of the poe...

In this episode of "What the World Needs Now" sponsored by Harmony Academy from National University, Tom and Josh talk with Daryl Williams Jr.- award winning teacher, author and educational speaker about the importance of connecting with students, the importance of educators directing their own professional growth and how artificial intelligence can positively impact our classrooms and l...

In this episode, Tom and Josh talk education with the amazing Nancy Chung, an outstanding 5th grade teacher from Irvine, California. You may know her as @fancynancyin5th, on TikTok and Instagram! Nancy shares her love for art and joy in education. This is a must watch episode if you are looking to inspire your students, and others around you! If you enjoy the What the World Needs Now-YouTube/Podca...

In this episode, Tom and Josh talk with Darla Kannas, a 2nd Grade Teacher from Watertown, South Dakota about how staying grounded in who she is helps her maintain her inspiration as a teacher. Darla also shares why it is important to "Go Slow to...Go Slow...NOT FAST"! #InspirationalTeacher #NationalUniversityTeacherAwardWinner #GreatTeaching #WhatTheWorldNeedsNow #StayingInspired #Teache...

Josh Monroe and Tom Whisinnand, two educators from Omaha, Nebraska continue their journey to find out "What the Needs Now" from inspiring educators! This episode features Multi Award Winning Teacher, Arlinda Davis! Arlinda shares how she builds relationships with her students and how she prepares them to "inherit society"! Huge thanks to Harmony Academy, from National Universit...

Tom and Josh continue to ask about: "What the World Needs Now". In this episode, we talk with LeeAnn Pule-Viernes, a Social Emotional and Behavior Team Lead for the Windward District on the Hawaiian island of Oahu, about how it truly takes a village and meaningful relationships to make students successful. Huge thanks to Harmony Academy, from National University, for empowering Tom and J...

In this episode, Tom and Josh talk with Ms. Cristy Fernandez, an amazing teacher from Nevada about the importance of building community in your classroom and she empowers her students to be active participants in their own learning journey. Huge thanks to Harmony Academy, from National University, for empowering Tom and Josh to continue sharing the inspirational stories from educators all around t...

Josh and Tom discuss the importance of Self Care and Mental Wellness with Nationally Recognized Educational Psychologist, Jen McNally. We discuss how important Mental Wellness is for educators and how they can capitalize on their time during the holidays. Huge thanks to Harmony Academy, from National University, for empowering Tom and Josh to continue sharing the inspirational stories from educato...

In this episode of What the World Needs Now, Tom and Josh talk with Michael Dunlea about how he purposefully builds classroom community and how a powerful collaboration between his classroom and Dr. Melissa Collins' classroom impacts learners in both classes. Huge thanks to Harmony Academy, from National University, for empowering Tom and Josh to continue sharing the inspirational stories fro...