The Unapologists Podcast

For our 50th episode we get the absolute pleasure of learning from Dr. Daniel Barth! This is an absolute master class in what is possible in our classrooms and what we can do as teachers. He's a teacher, an astronomer, an author, and he's amazing. Be sure to get his book from our website!

Join Vito and Chris as they talk to first-year teacher Jaylin Hebert about the real experience of a first-year teacher. We talk about everything from what happens on day 1 to managing a classroom to evaluations! This is a must-listen episode for everyone involved in education to prepare for what the first year is like or to remember how it was! She gives us so much wonderful insight into our profession that is valuable for us all! Do not miss this one! Follow us on Instagram @unapologists_podcast

Vito and Chris sit down with Erika Quach for a crash course in self-care, positive mindset, and keeping ourselves organized as educators. Make sure to check out @torontoteacher on Instagram to see the awesome things she is doing!

Vito and Chris sit down with our first non-teacher! Bre Baildon is a nutritionist who focuses on nutrition for teachers. This is a massively important part of our self-care as educators. We learned a lot from her and we know you will too! Make sure you check her out on Instagram - @nutrition.for.teachers and through her website at www.knowledgenutritionist.com

Vito and Chris talk with Karen Spindler. She is one of the most creative and organized planners that we have met. Join us as we look at her story and her vision of organization and planning. We both left this conversation and went right to our laptops and started working on our next courses!

Vito and Chris get the talk with one of the finest leaders in education you could meet, Tom D'Amico. We look at formal and informal leadership and the different capacities we look to build in ourselves and our schools. You don't want to miss this one!

Vito and Chris talk with the wonderful Johanna Kuiper about how she runs her math classroom. It's definitely not your normal math classroom! You don't want to miss this one!

Vito and Chris kick this season off with an absolute masterclass from one of the best in the business - Penny Kittle!

Vito and Chris sit down with the amazing Kelly Gallagher to discuss authentic literacy experiences but along the way learned a whole lot more! Make sure to pick up Kelly's books including his newest 'Four Essential Studies' available October 2022.

Vito and Chris talk with Sean Clark about astronomy, science, and the thinking classroom. Get ready to be inspired. Sean is a fantastic educator who is inspiring students and teachers alike. If you take anything from this episode it should be: Don't miss an opportunity!

Vito and Chris sit down and talk with the incredible Dr. Tina Boogren about Self-Care For Educators. She gives us an absolute masterclass! Make sure to check out www.unapologists.com for links to all of Dr. Boogrens communities and books!

Vito and Chris talk with John Mullin, an international traveler, and fantastic teacher, about what it takes to really be an effective educator. He draws from his experience as a teacher, department head, and passionate planner.  We are so glad to present John's wisdom to you!

Vito and Chris talk with the brilliant Erin Doak about how we can implement change system-wide as educators. We talk about the things teachers can do right now in their classrooms that have massive ripple effects for our students, our colleagues, and our communities.

Vito and Chris talk with Ian Doktor about science, scientific literacy, scientific pedagogy, and DARK MATTER! Come on this journey as we look at the knowledge of science vs. scientific pursuit.

We hope you all had a great summer and this premier is the perfect episode to kick of season 3 and a new school year! Vito and Chris talk with Karen Sabourin about what teachers can do to support students who are really struggling.

Join Vito and Chris as they explore the thinking classroom with Marilu Deal. Discover the math classroom as you've never seen before!

Please check out this special announcement and be sure to check out our Season 2 Finale next week!

What are you going to do based on what we learned?

Vito and Chris talk with Michelle McDonald about what makes a good resource and how we can use resources to support student learning. We also talk about the importance of social studies. Check out Michelle at www.strategiceducationalservices.com 

What are you going to do this week based on what we learned from Dan Tulk?

Vito and Chris talk with the inimitable Dan Tulk and gain some serious insight on what it means to be a leader.

What are you going to do this week based on what we learned?

Vito and Chris talk with Dr. Erin Maloney from the University of Ottawa about all things MATH!

What are you doing to do this week based on what we learned? visit www.rockyourclass.com for more info on Étienne.

Vito and Chris talk with the living legend Steven Étienne Langlois. Check out his website at www.rockyourclass.com Author - Teacher - Rock Star! 

What are you going to do this week based on what we learned?

Vito and Chris let Michael Bernards take them on a journey through the experience of a fantastic educator making amazing change and building community!

What are you going to do to make this time worth something?

Vito and Chris sit down with Sobhi Hamed and reflect on the school year we have had so far.

What will you be taking into your classroom this week?

Vito and Chris talk with the visionary educator behind Tales of a 4th Grade Classroom about her experiences, methodology, and just about everything else!

What are you going to do this week based on what we learned?

Join Vito and Chris as they get a front-row seat to a masterclass in teaching with Brett Walker!

What are you going to do this week based on what we learned?

Join Vito and Chris as they talk with Ron Scott. A teacher who is at the cutting edge of the movement towards integrating digital and technological tools in the classroom.

What are you going to do this week based on what we learned?

Vito and Chris talk to a teacher and athletic coach Sobhi Hamed about the role of coaching in schools...and a lot more!

What are you going to do this week based on what we learned?

Vito and Chris talk with special guest Alison Kinahan about shifting practices and structures to ensure equitable and inclusive education. Along the way, we hear incredible stories and amazing advice!

What are you going to do this week based on what we learned?

Vito and Chris talk with special guest Cassandra Larson, a Canadian teaching in China, about the process, experience, trials, tribulations, and triumphs of the international teaching experience.

What are you going to do this week based on what we learned?

Vito and Chris talk with Megan Keough, an incredible educator who is breaking down barriers.

What are you going to do this week based on what we learned?

Vito and Chris talk with Ryan MacKinnon about the amazing things he is doing in wood shop and more!

Episode 1 of our new Monday recap show that asks our listeners what they are going to do this week based on what we learned last week. Enjoy!

Vito and Chris talk with the incredible Nick Matthews about the value of mentorship. We definitely go down the rabbit hole in this one. We hope you enjoy it! We have started working on our social media game, so please look us up on Facebook! We appreciate the support our listeners have shown us!

Vito and Chris talk with Tom Conklin about how we can view education, teaching, and school differently. You don't want to miss this one!

Vito and Chris talk with returning guest Michael Hurd about different ways of looking at the world in our realm of education and teaching.

Vito and Chris talk with Ann Marie Vanneste about anti-racism, uplifting students and empowering voices. Listen to the stories, anecdotes and hardships that come along with it, as told by this powerhouse of a veteran teacher. 

Vito and Chris talk with Melissa Highfield about Teaching Students to Think for Themselves and Unbiased Classrooms.