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An ever winding road to becoming and growing as educators, a fresh podcast from two teachers of color in Los Angeles. Follow our journey as we talk about every topic imaginable through the teaching perspective. If you want to contact us, feel free to send


    • Jul 30, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode 64: Summer Break Almost Over?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2022 38:12


    Hophan and Mir run through top 3 things about the upcoming school year and how summer break is going along with awesome recommendations! Recs: The Rehearsal, The Black Phone, NOPE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 63: Juneteenth and Summer Slam

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 47:16


    Hophan and Mir officially start their summers! Come catch up and see what these teachers have in store for you. Recs: Ms. Marvel (Disney+), RRR, The Thing --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 62: Post Covid Tribulations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 54:56


    We are finally back from the Covid hiatus! Come catch up on current events and listen to some recommendations. Recommendations - Top Gun- Maverick, Chip & Dale: Rescue Rangers (2022) https://massshootingtracker.site/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 61: Spring is in Full Bloom

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 35:47


    Hophan and Mir catch up after a hectic couple of weeks around them as they begin to start wrapping up the first school year back in person and tie in history with current events. Recs: Winning Time, We Own the City ( both on HBO Max) The Mind (Netflix) Jeff Duncan-Andrade's TEdX Talk: Rose in Concrete --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 60: Going Through the Motion & Spring Reflection

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2022 47:57


    Hophan and Mir reflect on the year so far and discuss their attitudes on their careers long term along with current events. Recs: Tv- The Dropout, Tokyo Vice --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 59: Spring Breakers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 39:47


    Hophan and Mir discuss their spring breaks and thoughts about going back to spring along with world news. Recs: Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022), Moonknight (Disney+) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 58: Checking In With the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 37:54


    Hophan and Mir check in with all the events going on in their lives and with the world. Tune in for some conversations and recommendations! Rec: The Batman --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 57: Invasion! Teachers Take on the Ukrainian-Russian Crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 30:17


    On today's episode, we tackle the Russian invasion of Ukraine along with how we're discussing it in the classroom. Recommendations - Winter on Fire (2015), Chernobyl (HBO) References: https://www.openculture.com/2016/11/umberto-eco-makes-a-list-of-the-14-common-features-of-fascism.html https://www.vox.com/2022/2/23/22948534/russia-ukraine-war-putin-explosions-invasion-explained --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 56: Black History Month, But Year-Round

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 32:32


    Hophan and Mir discuss some interesting lessons they do for this month along with some major headlines from the news. Rec: Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (1967) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 55: Best Practices & Education News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2022 36:02


    Hophan and Mir discuss some of their best practices as teachers along with things in the news for education and some recommendations. Recs - Encanto (Disney+), Cheer (Netflix), 99 Homes (2015) Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 54: We're Talking Music Education! With Guest Luis Rodriguez

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 48:38


    Hophan and Mir talk about the importance of music education with a guest speaker and much more. Tune in for this fun-filled conversation with many recommendations to go along with it. Show Recs: Welcome to Earth (Disney +), Tragedy of Macbeth (Apple TV), Whiplash (2014), See (Apple tv) People/Band Recs: GoGo Penguin, Mark Giuliana Follow Luis and his band @Frank Jung and @ImTheDrummist --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 53: New Year Highs and Lows, Teaching Amongst a Covid Surge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 32:07


    Hophan and Mir discuss their highs, lows, and thoughts as teachers/students return to school amid a Covid surge. Weekly Recs: Encanto (Disney+), C'mon C'mon (2021), Don't Look Up (Netflix) Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 52: “A Christmas Conversation”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2021 24:42


    Hophan and Mir catch up, check in, and discuss education news. Tune in for some recs and movie discussion as well! Movie Rec: Spiderman No Way Home Source- https://www.usnews.com/news/education-news/articles/2021-12-17/biden-administration-pushes-new-test-to-stay-strategy-to-keep-kids-in-school Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 51: Finals Fun and Holiday Break!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2021 35:02


    Hophan and Mir go through some US weekly education headlines and news nearing the end of the semester. Recs: The Power of the Dog, The Social Dilemma, Spencer Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 50: Big 50th! Schools and Equity with Guest Manuel Sandoval

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2021 64:57


    Hophan and Mir have another guest speaker on today for their 50th episode. Topics include equity and inclusion in schools today. Tune in for the conversation around great recommendations for this week as well! Book/Movie/TV/Podcast Recs- Color of Law by Richard Rothstein, King Richard (2021), Arcane (Netflix), Latinos Beyond Reel (Kanopy), The Next Thing You Eat (Hulu) Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 49: First Guest Speaker Ronald Bravo & Teaching Perspectives/Styles/Experiences

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 49:27


    Hophan and Mir have their first guest on the show! Listen as they talk about various teaching related topics, give advice, and discuss film in this full length episode! Movie/TV/Podcast Recs- The Harder They Fall (Netflix), Amend (Netflix), NPR's Code Switch Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 48: Tough Topics- Death, Grief, and Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2021 35:39


    Hophan and Mir dive into some tough topics as teachers this week along with some brief announcements and film discussions. Candy Chang- Before I Die, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uebxlIrosiM Movie Recs: Departures (2008), Dune (2021), Colin in Black and White (Netflix) Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 47: Hallows Eve & Highlights

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2021 29:17


    Hophan and Mir catch up on their week, interesting things they're teaching, and Halloween costumes. Stay tuned for the recommendations at the end! Movie/Show Rec- Midnight Mass, Dune (2021) Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod Sponsor- www.heylistengames.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 46: Standardized Testing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 41:37


    Hophan and Mir discuss the history of standardized testing and the controversy of such a highly debated topic. Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod TV Rec- MAID on Netflix Podcast Rec - The Problem with Jon Stewart Sources- https://www.nea.org/advocating-for-change/new-from-nea/racist-beginnings-standardized-testing https://historynewsnetwork.org/article/163198 https://www.thecut.com/2019/10/psat-memes.html https://www.forbes.com/sites/susanadams/2020/09/30/the-forbes-investigation-how-the-sat-failed-america/?sh=3816ca1a53b5 https://blog.prepscholar.com/the-history-of-the-act-test --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 45: School Spirit

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 34:42


    Hophan and Mir dive into what school spirit is exactly, why it's important, and how to foster it in schools. Movie/Show Recs: Foundation (Apple Tv+) There Will Be Blood (Netflix), Hocus Pocus (Disney+) Creative Content- www.venicearts.org/fdm Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 44: Teacher Burnout & Horror Stories, Spooky Season Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 35:32


    Hophan and Mir tackle the issue of teacher burn out and share some scary stories they have heard in their teaching journeys. Don't miss this Halloweenish edition! Tv Rec - The Problem With Jon Stewart on Apple tv Movie Recs - Squid Game (Netflix) Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod Sources- https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackkelly/2021/09/03/scotland-joins-the-growing-global-movement-towards-a-four-day-workweek/?sh=3f801b5295fb https://soeonline.american.edu/blog/the-current-state-of-teacher-burnout-in-america https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED536515#:~:text=Burnout%20within%20the%20teaching%20profession,burnout%20at%20any%20given%20time --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 43: Bullying in Schools

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2021 32:57


    Hophan and Mir discuss a much anticipated topic as teachers... bullying and how to address it in schools. Show Recs: Star Wars Visions Sources & Articles- https://www.ncab.org.au/bullying-advice/bullying-for-parents/types-of-bullying/ https://www.stopbullying.gov/resources/get-help-now Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 42: Is the purpose of school to produce obedient workers?? Some criticism of the American Education System

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 36:16


    Hophan and Mir have a conversation around the idea that our American education system is out of date and needs to be revamped to fit the changing needs of our modern learners. Listen in for some critiques and possible solutions. Recs- American Crime Story: Impeachment Podcast Recs: No Stupid Questions, Freakonomics Radio, Unexplainable Youtube Video on some critiques: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okpg-lVWLbE Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 41: First Month Done! News & Sept 11th

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2021 30:32


    Hophan and Mir go over their first month teaching during a pandemic and some things they have learned along the way. Tune in for some world news and teacher tips along with movie recs and insights. Movie Rec: Shang Chi (2021), 9/11 - Inside the Presidents War Room Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 40: Big 40 And School Updates, Cases rise

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2021 22:55


    Hophan and Mir discuss world happenings, give updates at their local school district, talk life, and provide recs! Tv Show Rec: The Only Murders in the Building Email us at: teacheravenuepod@gmail.com Instagram: @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 39: Back into the Rhythm

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2021 20:42


    Hophan and Mir bring you news and insight into the world of teaching as they get their groove back finishing up week 2. Docu Rec: In the Same Breath Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 38: First Week Done!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2021 22:51


    Mir and Hophan tackle the first week back at school. Listen in to find out what it's like for teachers and students as we are back in person! Podcast Rec - The Dropout Youtube Rec: JCS Criminal Psychology Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 37: School Year Unknowns and Teachers Returning

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2021 22:41


    Hophan and Mir contemplate the week ahead filled with questions and comments. Movie/tv/book/podcast Rec: Marvel's What If?, Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High by Kerry Patterson..., How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie (1936) Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 36: Back to School Already? Breaking the Ice

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2021 21:14


    Hophan and Mir try to ease their way into the start of a new school year filled with many questions and ice breakers. Movie Rec: The Green Knight Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 35: We're Back From Break!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2021 34:17


    Hophan and Mir catch up from their breaks and go over a couple things going on like the Olympics and school in the fall. Shout out to all our international listeners who have tuned in. Movie/TV Recs: No Sudden Move, 100ft Wave, White Lotus Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 34: Highlights and Headlines, We're going on summer hiatus!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2021 25:32


    Hophan and Mir recap the week in this episode before going on a mid summer break. See you all soon! Book rec - Once upon a time in Hollywood (the novel) by Quentin Tarantino, Manufacturing Consent: The Political Economy of the Mass Media, Book by Edward S. Herman and Noam Chomsky Movie Rec: Wish Dragon (Netflix) Helpful tip for hospital bill- https://www.instagram.com/p/CQwSGMpAq9B/?utm_medium=copy_link&fbclid=IwAR2g7HhaGEOs37n15kJMb0KPhmeOxfkAu0_fM4CBl7sOh2oP0ICmw9yxAv0 Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 33: Teacher Summer Livin'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2021 23:52


    Hophan and Mir officially start off their summer break after a long week of teacher professional development. Listen in for headlines of the week and recommendations. Book Rec: Love Me Slender by Benjamin Karney and Thomas N. Bradbury, Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers by Robert Sapolsky Podcast Recs: Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend, Culturally Relevant Sources- https://abc13.com/houston-methodist-hospital-workers-fired-covid19-vaccine-requirement-jennifer-bridges-lawsuit/10821552/ https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2021/6/11/we-need-help-now-the-palestinians-facing-home-demolitions Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 32: Avoiding The Summer Slide

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2021 28:44


    Hophan and Mir talk about things teachers can do in the summer to keep themselves sharp for the school year ahead. Documentary Recs: Console Wars (2020), Wolfgang (2021), Revolutions Podcast Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod Article Cited- https://www.weareteachers.com/companies-that-hire-teachers/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 31: Father's Day & Summer Vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 28:36


    Hophan and Mir officially start off their summer break after a long week of teacher professional development. Listen in for headlines of the week and recommendations. Book Rec: The Hate U Give- Angie Thomas Movie Rec: Luca (Disney+) Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 30: Homework Around The World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2021 38:42


    Hophan and Mir go over the culture of homework around the globe along with some much needed recommendations. Movie Rec: A Quiet Place Part 2 (In Theaters) Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod Article Cited- https://www.insider.com/education-homework-differs-around-the-world-2016-11 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 29: School's Out!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 28:13


    Hophan and Mir start their first weekend off from school with some current events and highlights. Book Rec: The Peppa Pig Book Series Movie Rec: The Father Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 28: Perceptions of Teachers Across Different Cultures

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 40:45


    Hophan and Mir discuss perceptions of educators across the globe as well as their educational influences growing up. Show Recs: Inside By Bo Burnham (Netflix), Loki (Disney+) Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod Data/Research- https://study.com/academy/lesson/how-different-cultures-view-the-role-of-teachers.html https://sites.psu.edu/differenteducations/2013/04/14/education-in-iran/ https://elearninginfographics.com/homework-around-the-world-infographic/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 27: First Week of June Event Coverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 35:47


    Hophan and Mir review this week's headlines in the world along with book, podcast, and show recommendations. Book Rec: Stumbling on Happiness by Daniel Gilbert Show Rec: High on the Hog (Netflix) Podcast Recs in the episode! Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 26: Lesson Highlights & Ending Out the Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 30:32


    Hophan and Mir discuss some lessons they did recently with their students and how they are ending out the year. Movie/TV/Doc Rec: The Shop- HBO Max Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 25: Quick Episode and Some Announcements

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2021 18:26


    Hophan and Mir briefly talk about some of their memorable lessons. We're taking a short break until next week! Vegas. Will be back in full swing next week in a big way. Movie/Doc Rec: Knock Down the House (2019) Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 24: We Made a Mistake & Got Called Out!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 32:17


    Hophan and Mir address a listener email regarding the last episode and send out an apology along with our take on this past week's current events. Clip Recs: Mariam Barghouti's CNN Interview about the Ceasefire https://www.cnn.com/videos/tv/2021/05/21/amanour-ceasefire-israel-hamas-mariam-barghouti.cnn Baroness Sayeeda Warsi speech on Youtube about Palestine- https://youtu.be/QiojwXC26-g Book Rec: Freedom Is a Constant Struggle: Ferguson, Palestine, and the Foundations of a Movement by Dr. Angela Davis Documentary Rec: Gaza Fights for Freedom (2019) by Abby Martin Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 23: How Do Teachers Address Difficult Subjects? Continuing the Conversation, Palestine

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 39:42


    The situation in Palestine has only gotten worse and there is still no ceasefire at the time of this recording May 20th 2021. Hophan and Mir give some advice for how to go about teaching students regarding subjects like this. Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod Movie Rec: Munich (2005) Articles/Resources: Donate to these groups: Islamic Relief, The Palestine Children's Relief Fund, Palestine Red Crescent Society, Al-Haw, Addemeer, Medical Aid for Palestine TEXT “SIGN PIDTLG” to 50409 to send a pre-written letter to your senators in Congress to demand an end to the occupation of Palestine & monetary aid to Israel. AOC Proposed Resolution- https://ampalestine.salsalabs.org/SandersAOCResolutiontoStopWeaponSales/index.html https://www.instagram.com/p/CPBnvizhOsA/?utm_medium=copy_link https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-57148580 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVAl_BWa2kU&feature=youtu.be -MC Abdul opening clip rapping --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 22: We're Back! Teacher Talk & Current Events May 16th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 40:47


    Hophan and Mir are finally back for the start of season 2 to bring you this week's world news. Book Recs: Re-recommending A Simple Path to Wealth- JL Collins TV Rec - Underground railroad Podcast Rec- Hidden Brain Articles/Resources- https://www.instagram.com/p/COqn-nVJp-M/?fbclid=IwAR0wVRk4sfC7R3H_qfYuiLWKW2WxXKumEm8bTEb8PcHRnJmHKrXyNXDiML4 https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2021/05/14/997010917/what-the-new-mask-guidance-means-for-unvaccinated-kids-and-their-parents https://www.npr.org/2021/05/12/996323371/colonial-pipeline-restarts-theres-no-need-to-panic-buy-gas-and-never-was --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 21: End of First “Season” + Current Happenings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2021 31:02


    Hophan and Mir discuss their weekly happenings and news along with Tuan's reaction to watching Minari. Book Recs: A Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins, Dao De Jing by Laozi (+ bonus recs in the episode) Movie Rec: The Mitchells vs. The Machines Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod Articles/Resources- https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/india-posts-record-daily-rise-covid-19-cases-401993-2021-05-01/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CON0prdh7VW/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 20: We Love College, Part 2 (Experience)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 48:19


    Hophan and Mir talk about why we loved college and how we benefited from the whole experience. Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod Movie/TV Rec: CNN's Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy, Waffles + Mochi Articles/Resources: https://www.bestcolleges.com/blog/most-popular-college-majors/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 19: What's Going On (with the world)?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 30:11


    Hophan and Mir discuss some of the top headlines in the news from this week of April 25th. Book Recs: James and the Giant Peach (Roald Dahl), The Giving Tree (Shel Silverstein) Movie Rec: School of Rock (2003) Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 18: We Love College, Part 1 (Applications)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2021 35:06


    Hophan and Mir go into what their college applications process was like and how it compares to nowadays (especially with the pandemic). Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod Movie Rec: Mare of Eastown Articles/Resources: https://bensanoff.typeform.com/to/RafASCvL# https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search https://www.cappex.com/colleges https://www.niche.com/colleges/search/your-best-fit-colleges/ https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/counselors/files/csu-uc-a-g-comparison-matrix.pdf https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/admission-requirements/international-applicants/applying-for-admission/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 17: Teacher Talk News

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 38:47


    Hophan and Mir discuss this week's current events in the world. Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod Book Recs to check out: 1984 by George Orwell, Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, Brave New World Aldous Huxley, Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut Tv/Movie Rec: Demon Slayer --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 16: Essential Classes & Our Favorites

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 35:53


    Hophan and Mir reflect on their favorite classes going through school and what they think students should be able to take that will be useful in the future. Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod Movie/Tv Rec: The Great Debaters (2007) Articles/Resources- https://www.skillsyouneed.com/rhubarb/skills-from-school.html https://bigthink.com/politics-current-affairs/subjects-taught-school?rebelltitem=7#rebelltitem7 https://mountainheightsacademy.org/10-courses-every-high-school-should-offer --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 15: World Happenings with Teachers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 26:32


    Hophan & Mir run through this week's happenings in the world of April 2021. Book Rec: All The Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr Movie/Tv Rec: Made for Love on HBO Max Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

    Episode 14: Online Learning

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 48:35


    Hophan & Mir dive into the world of teaching online this year, along with the experiences from teachers and students. Movie Rec: Concrete Cowboys Let us know what topics you want us to cover you can email us @ teacheravenuepod@gmail.com, you can also follow us on Instagram @teacheravenuepod LINK TO ARTICLES & SOURCES- https://www.edutopia.org/article/why-are-some-kids-thriving-during-remote-learning https://edsource.org/2021/california-teachers-grapple-with-grading-nearly-a-year-after-initial-school-closures/648376 https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/public-and-social-sector/our-insights/covid-19-and-learning-loss-disparities-grow-and-students-need-help# --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacheravenuepod/support

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