Classroom educators are no strangers to stress. Explore the causes and warning signs that accompany chronic stress and burnout for K-12 teachers, as well as practical strategies for combating and managing stress. From creating healthy habits to developing support networks, this episode offers valuable insight for educators looking to prioritize their mental ... Show More
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Voice in Teaching: Tina Heinecke-Kurtz
We’re back to kick off our “third” season (and sixth year!) with learning strategist, National Board certified science educator, and special education teacher Tina Heineke-Kurtz. Tina is a delightful and adventurous human being with a strong passion for inclusive education, and h ... Show More
1h 4m
Dec 11
Voices in Teaching: Dr. Brandi De La Cruz, TN Teacher of the Year 2025-26
In the final episode of this season of 16:1, special guest Dr. Brandi De La Cruz, 2025–2026 Tennessee Teacher of the Year, joins us for an honest, grounded look at the teaching profession. Dr. De La Cruz’s nonlinear path into mathematics education has become a core part of her te ... Show More
52m 30s
Aug 2025
Back to School Burnout with Angelyn Franks
Guest: Angelyn Franks, SLPD, CCC-SLP Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/back-to-school-burnoutWelcome to Season 3 of the School of Speech, presented by Speech Therapy PD and hosted by Carolyn Dolby. In this episode t ... Show More
1h 8m
Aug 2023
Episode 62: Academic Burnouts: When The Struggle Becomes Too Much
<p>In this episode of The Struggling Scientists, we delve deep into the pervasive issue of burnout. Join hosts Suzanne and Jayron as they sit down with guest Cevdet Acarsoy, a psychologist and PhD student, to discuss the impact of burnout on productivity, motivation, and mental h ... Show More
37m 2s
Oct 2024
Grades, Rakes, and Reflection: Helping Kids Do Less To Do Better - With Teacher & Writer Tim Donahue
<p>In this episode, I sit down with Tim Donahue, a seasoned high school English teacher and a writer, to dive into the pressures of grade inflation, the impact on student resilience, and why kids today feel overwhelmed by academic and extracurricular demands. Tim’s unique perspec ... Show More
49m 2s
Nov 2023
Talesha Savage - The Keys to Teacher Retention Success
<p>I am Talesha Savage, speaker, workshop facilitator, and owner of TLS Consulting, an education consulting firm devoted to helping school and district leaders create attractive school cultures where leaders and teachers feel respected, valued, and supported. I have helped four s ... Show More
41m 8s
Nov 2024
S3 Ep07 - Managing Stress & Burnout
We often overlook the early warning signs of burnout—subtle hints like exhaustion, irritability, or loss of motivation. Instead, we push forward, believing that powering through will get us to the finish line faster. But ignoring these signs only brings us closer to a breaking po ... Show More
23m 47s