What's Up, Buddy?

Finally, I return from a long-needed break. I share my thoughts on taking care of yourself, Richard Simmons, and learning to find balance. www.ajbucon.com https://www.etsy.com/shop/500MileCornerStore PROMO CODE: SEPT20 Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

Inspirational CCHS track standout Cooper Blair joins me for a poignant conversation about faith and inspiration.  www.ajbucon.com  https://www.etsy.com/shop/500MileCornerStore  Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain    Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

The podcast returns from a short break with a standalone, solo episode about dealing with life's pressures and finding unique moments in life. www.ajbucon.com https://www.etsy.com/shop/500MileCornerStore Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain   Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

In this episode, young rapper Lil Zone and I sit down to talk about the creative process and even spit some bars together. www.ajbucon.com https://www.etsy.com/shop/500MileCornerStore Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Mama Said Knock You Out - LL Cool J.

Have a good look into exactly what so many high school cheerleaders experience outside of cheering at games. I sit down with five senior cheerleaders from CCHS for an insightful discussion about the challenges and wonderful memories of five student-athletes nearing the end of their high school cheering careers. www.ajbucon.com https://www.etsy.com/shop/500MileCornerStore Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

This episode breaks slightly from the norm as Jake Nixon (The Juicebox Podcast) joins me from a fantastic discussion about HBO's Euphoria. There are plenty of spoilers, so if you have not watched the first two seasons, you have been warned. Jake Nixon appears courtesy of The Juicebox Podcast. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGBTIW1df4w_TCN19cMfxig www.ajbucon.com Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

In this episode, I have a fun and thoughtful conversation with the four seniors on the Central Catholic High School basketball team: Ryan Reasbeck, Caleb Ratcliffe, Mason Palmer, and Michael Toepfer. They all share their thoughts on the season, the tradition of Central basketball, and some insightful descriptions of one another's personalities. www.ajbucon.com Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Space Jam (soundtrack) - Quad City DJs* *I make no claim and receive no profit from the use of this song excerpt. This is for educational purposes only.

In this episode, I have an enlightening conversation with Columbia University signee Ayden Baker. We talk about his senior year, his past, and racial issues in society before Ayden finally offers a great message about how to be successful in life. www.ajbucon.com Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

I have the creator of Hanlin Helmets, Evan Hanlin, on the podcast today. We talk about the inspiration and creation of the remarkable helmets as well as some interesting thoughts about living life from Evan. Follow Hanlin's Helmets on Twitter @hanlin_helmets and Instagram @hanlinhelmets www.ajbucon.com Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain  Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

Join me as I welcome two captains from the school hockey team. We talk about the season and have a special hockey trivia challenge. www.ajbucon.com Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

What does it mean to immerse yourself in the moment you are experiencing or in your craft? www.ajbucon.com Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

Episode 23 is a companion podcast with my recent blog of the same name on Time and Space. I examine the need for people to understand the needs of others while acknowledging our own individual needs. We can be a part of their story, but our focus should also remain on our story. www.ajbucon.com Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

Episode 21 explores how we struggle comprehending experiences in the specific moment because of the false narratives we write for ourselves. www.ajbucon.com Rising Strong - Brene Brown Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

Episode 21 includes my thoughts on our own personal stories and the need for us all to make more of a direct impact on our own lives. www.ajbucon.com Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

Season 2 begins with my thoughtful reflection on renewal, its meaning, and how I have recently experienced it. www.ajbucon.com Music Credits: Blood (Instrumental) - Anthem of Rain Solo Acoustic Guitar - Jason Shaw

What better time to sit down with SGA President Spencer Helms than when the school year is about to begin in the middle of a pandemic. If we can adopt Spencer's attitude, we will be just fine. Music: Scott Holmes "Hot Shot" "Stomps and Claps" | Jason Shaw "Solo Acoustic Guitar" www.ajbucon.com

In this episode, I use Robert Burns' poem "To a Mouse" to talk about my current efforts to address upheaval in my life. Opening Music: Scott Holmes Closing Music: Jason Shaw

Join me for an award-winning episode with Jake "Juice" Nixon, host of The Juicebox Podcast. We talk exclusively about "cancel culture" and its effect on individuals and groups of people. Music Credits: Scott Holmes and Jason Shaw Production Credits: JT Nixon Jake Nixon appears on The Juicebox Podcast found on all major platforms. Time and Space blog at www.ajbucon.com My Corner of the World book available on Amazon.com.

Life in 2020 has been challenging enough without having to juggle so many masks. In this podcast, I talk about two different kinds of masks we have been wearing. I share my thoughts on being authentic in life.

J.T. Nixon of The Juicebox Podcast sits down with me to talk about choices in life as well as traditions. He offers wise advice to the Class of 2020 as high school graduation draws near in the midst of a pandemic. Luke Combs "Six Feet Apart" https://youtu.be/Sayh8ZASxk8 || www.ajbucon.com

This is the audio version of the Special Event: Video Podcast with Bill, Betsy, and Lucy Knorr. We talk about distance teaching and play some Harry Potter trivia.

I put some added perspective as a teacher who now struggles with teaching from a distance because of school closing related to the coronavirus. I share my recent blog of the same name and offer additional context and reflection. Van Halen "Jump" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwYN7mTi6HM https://www.ajbucon.com/2020/03/something-lost-something-gained.html www.ajbucon.com

Principal of Central Catholic High School in Wheeling, West Virginia sits down with me to talk the challenges the school community faces during the Coronavirus pandemic. How is this online learning affecting students, teachers, parents, and the community? "Odds Are" Barenaked Ladies  https://youtu.be/7Sw9Fh6uk4Q www.ajbucon.com

This episode is about mercy and connection. I share an early blog post about the book Just Mercy  and have a fantastic discussion about the book and movie with one of my students during Catholic Schools Week. Me in Motion "Seek Justice, Love Mercy" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWC--TIIH3c | Bryan Stevenson Just Mercy https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/081298496X/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 | Bryan Stevenson TEDTALK https://www.ted.com/talks/bryan_stevenson_we_need_to_talk_about_an_injustice?language=en

It is a Friday afternoon, I have a stack of scrapfolios to grade, and Nathan Blair stops in for a visit. What is a tired teacher to do? Stop everything to do an impromptu podcast to find out what a student has been doing at Indiana University. We talk politics, transitions to college, and current entertainment.  Music from the podcast. What's Up, Buddy YouTube Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSU-14jE2PDAk9oOsG2vPir2uX0Sxuzol

This is my Christmas special in which I slow down a bit to talk about some important aspects of the holiday. I share a post that I wrote one year ago on this very day and share my top five non-traditional Christmas songs. "Do Not Bother Wrapping These Gifts" https://www.ajbucon.com/2018/12/do-not-bother-wrapping-these-gifts.html What's Up, Buddy? Top 5 Non-Traditional Christmas Songs YouTube Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSU-14jE2PDBWEyhrvJiJXC-X2pdo1K8g I do not own any rights to the music used here and am not receiving financial compensation for this blog as it is educational in nature.

I had a great sit-down with three of the four captains from the Central Catholic High School Single A Football Champions. They were leaders on a team which just one its third consecutive title in football in West Virginia. I have with me Curtis McGhee, Adam Murray, and Jacob Rine. LL Cool J "Mama Said Knock You Out" 1990 CD of the same name https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vimZj8HW0Kg | Time and Space www.ajbucon.com | Email at podcast.whatsupbuddy@gmail.com

In this special Thanksgiving episode I am going to talk about Gratitude and how it impacts our lives. I am also going to share some interviews with some special guests as they share their perspectives on gratitude. “This One’s For You” Luke Combs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPcgIgVy1Dg | "In Praise of Gratitude https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/in-praise-of-gratitude | www.ajbucon.com Email at podcast.whatsupbuddy@gmail.com

This is a special episode in which I welcome my first guests to the podcast. They are Jacob Estep, Thomas Minor, and Cole Saseen, three members of the Central Catholic High School men's soccer team. We talk about their memorable experiences from playing soccer for the past three years together. "Wavin' Flag" K'Nann https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTJSt4wP2ME | podcast email podcast.whatsupbuddy@gmail.com | Time and Space www.ajbucon.com | My Corner of the World at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/My-Corner-World-Lessons-Classroom-ebook/dp/B07J49H42X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1AG7YN8PKUHYY&keywords=my+corner+of+the+world+aj+bucon&qid=1573329075&sprefix=my+corner+of+the+world%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-1

In this episode I talk about my recent blog post entitled "In the Midst of the Rain." I share music which inspired this post, some of the background leading up to the actual writing of the post, and some feelings and ideas since the post was released. Bebe Winans "In the Midst of the Rain" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfjB6uMwwa4 | "In the Midst of the Rain" post https://www.ajbucon.com/2019/11/in-midst-of-rain.html | My Corner of the World book https://www.amazon.com/My-Corner-World-Lessons-Classroom-ebook/dp/B07J49H42X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=my+corner+of+the+world+aj+bucon&qid=1573084404&sr=8-1 | email address: podcast.whatsupbuddy@gmail.com

I return to my discussion about technology in the classroom for a short time then jump into my thoughts about social media being such a big part of our lives. Bruce Springsteen "Radio Nowhere"    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtrOYsNCPmg  | Dr. Cal Newport "Why You Should Quit Social Media" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3E7hkPZ-HTk  | Lydia Denworth   "Social Media Has Not Destroyed a Generation"  https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/social-media-has-not-destroyed-a-generation/  | www.ajbucon.com mailto:podcast.whatsupbuddy@gmail.com

In the first of a two-part episode, I forego a discussion of my blog and head straight for a conversation about the role of technology in the classroom and how it may be changing the culture of our society. "Astronaut" Simple Plan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-MgRkSh5Xk

This podcast shares more of the backstory for my latest blog post about being on TheJuicebox Podcast as well as some continued reflection on how this entire experience reminds me of the importance of connection and creativity. 

This is my first podcast. Be patient as I navigate how to do this. In Episode One I talk about my inspiration for my recent blog post "Proof of Something," my writing process amid distractions at home, and the response to the post.