#387 Actualize Your Worth as a Teacher (Jonathan Alsheimer pt.2)
Release Date: 08/18/2025
#390 Is AI Making Cheating Worse? with Pam Ochoa
Teach Me, Teacher
Welcome everyone to the Craft & Draft podcast! We are so excited to bring you what we love, talking with you about workshop, literacy, writing, reading, and real world teaching. In this episode, Jacob and Pam address the issues of student cheating and AI. Jacob poses the question of whether cheating is a greater problem today than in the past. Pam shares how she has seen cheating throughout her career and determined that it has always been a large problem. Jacob explains how technology changes seem to instill fear regarding cheating, such as Google, so, AI is...
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#389 What Bell to Bell Really Means (Josh Monroe pt.2)
Teach Me, Teacher
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#388 Teaching People While Teaching Content with Josh Monroe (pt.1)
Teach Me, Teacher
In this heartfelt new episode of Teach Me, Teacher, we sit down with Josh Monroe—the inspiring 5th-grade teacher behind the TikTok sensation @mrmonroeandnala, where he shares heartwarming and thought-provoking classroom moments alongside his therapy dog, Nala Josh is also the co-host of the acclaimed podcast , where he and fellow educator Tom Whisinnand explore what keeps teachers motivated while uplifting educator voices from around the world. Together, we explore the concept of “hidden standards”—the unspoken social expectations like listening empathetically, speaking kindly, and...
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#387 Actualize Your Worth as a Teacher (Jonathan Alsheimer pt.2)
Teach Me, Teacher
Jonathan Alsheimer is , and this conversation is every bit as powerful as his first appearance. If you missed part 1, We dig into what it really means to show up for kids—not just being present in the room, but being fully engaged, intentional, and committed to their success. Jonathan shares how building strong, authentic relationships can transform not only the classroom environment, but also the learning that happens within it. We also tackle one of the biggest balancing acts in education: delivering rigorous, meaningful content while also teaching the life skills, resilience, and...
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#386 Teachers are More than Curriculum Presenters with Jonathan Alsheimer (pt.1)
Teach Me, Teacher
Jonathan Alsheimer is , and this conversation is every bit as powerful as his first appearance. We dig into what it really means to show up for kids—not just being present in the room, but being fully engaged, intentional, and committed to their success. Jonathan shares how building strong, authentic relationships can transform not only the classroom environment, but also the learning that happens within it. We also tackle one of the biggest balancing acts in education: delivering rigorous, meaningful content while also teaching the life skills, resilience, and character our students need...
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They Don't Want You to Hear This (Season X Intro)
Teach Me, Teacher
Welcome to Season X of Teach Me, Teacher—the podcast that refuses to stay silent while public education is under attack. This season, we stand shoulder to shoulder with teachers, parents, and communities across the nation, fighting back against the tech giants, profiteers, and bad actors who want to see our schools shuttered, our classrooms emptied, and our children turned into data points. They want kids to learn from screens, not people. From algorithms, not relationships. They want to strip the soul from education so they can monetize it. But we won’t let them. On Teach Me, Teacher, we...
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#385 Season 9 Ends
Teach Me, Teacher
Hello everyone! In this closing episode of Season 9, host Jacob Chastain takes a heartfelt look back at the journey so far. We get real about where the show stands today, the challenges and growth behind the scenes, and the exciting direction we’re headed. Looking ahead to Season 10, big changes are on the horizon—new formats, fresh perspectives, and deeper conversations that push the boundaries of what Teach Me, Teacher has always been about: real talk for real educators. If you’ve been with us since the beginning, or just found us this season, this finale sets the stage for an...
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#384 Guiding Your Child’s Athletic Journey with Alex Compton and Kevin Dalafu (pt.2)
Teach Me, Teacher
In this episode of Teach Me, Teacher, we delve into the transformative power of sports in shaping young minds. Joining us are Coach Alex Compton and Coach Kevin Dalafu, authors of .With over a decade of experience in coaching, parenting, and education, they offer invaluable insights into how sports can be a powerful tool for teaching young people morals, work ethic, and resilience. Drawing from their extensive backgrounds, Compton and Dalafu discuss how youth sports go beyond physical development, serving as a platform for instilling essential life skills. They share practical strategies...
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#384 Guiding Your Child's Athletic Journey with Alex Compton and Kevin Dalafu (pt.1)
Teach Me, Teacher
In this episode of Teach Me, Teacher, we delve into the transformative power of sports in shaping young minds. Joining us are Coach Alex Compton and Coach Kevin Dalafu, authors of .With over a decade of experience in coaching, parenting, and education, they offer invaluable insights into how sports can be a powerful tool for teaching young people morals, work ethic, and resilience. Drawing from their extensive backgrounds, Compton and Dalafu discuss how youth sports go beyond physical development, serving as a platform for instilling essential life skills. They share practical strategies...
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#383 The Politicization of Our Schools (John B. King Jr., Former U.S. Secretary of Education pt.2)
Teach Me, Teacher
In part 2 of this powerful episode, host Jacob Chastain sits down with Dr. John B. King Jr., the 10th U.S. Secretary of Education under President Obama, to discuss his new book . They explore Dr. King’s journey from classroom teacher to national education leader, offering a rare insider’s perspective on the state of American education. Together, they unpack the challenges educators face today, including the growing politicization of the profession and its impact on schools and communities. A must-listen for anyone passionate about teaching, policy, and the future of education. John B....
info_outlineJonathan Alsheimer is back on the podcast, and this conversation is every bit as powerful as his first appearance.
If you missed part 1, check it out here.
We dig into what it really means to show up for kids—not just being present in the room, but being fully engaged, intentional, and committed to their success. Jonathan shares how building strong, authentic relationships can transform not only the classroom environment, but also the learning that happens within it.
We also tackle one of the biggest balancing acts in education: delivering rigorous, meaningful content while also teaching the life skills, resilience, and character our students need beyond school walls.
If you enjoyed our first conversation, you’ll love this one even more. It’s a reminder that great teaching isn’t just about the curriculum—it’s about the connection.