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156. When Politicians Come After Queer Educators: Navigating Safety, Censorship, and Survival
Episode 156
Jed Dearybury faced death threats and political attacks—just for being a gay educator who spoke the truth.
In this searing episode, Jed shares how bei…
1 year, 4 months ago
155. Queer Educators Are Done Waiting for Permission to Be Seen
Episode 155
Pride Month ends—but your queerness doesn’t.
For queer educators, June often brings rainbow logos and empty gestures—while silence reigns inside the s…
1 year, 4 months ago
154. She Was Investigated for a Rainbow Sticker: A Queer Teacher’s Fight for Joy
Episode 154
She was investigated three times—for creating a safe space where kids could be seen. In this searing conversation, queer elementary teacher and mom A…
1 year, 4 months ago
153. How Queer Educators Can Reclaim Pride as a Daily Practice Even When Schools Stay Silent
Episode 153
Pride Month can feel hollow when your school ignores your existence. For queer educators, visibility isn’t just a celebration—it’s survival. In this …
1 year, 4 months ago
152. "I Wasn't Even Out to My Union": The Hidden Lives of Queer Teachers
Episode 152
“I wasn’t even out to my union.” That single admission reveals the quiet, daily compromises many queer educators make.
This episode pulls back the cu…
1 year, 4 months ago
151. 5 Simple Shifts to Transform your Classroom into a Queer-Affirming Space
Episode 151
What if just five small shifts could radically change how your students feel seen, safe, and celebrated in your classroom? In this episode of Teachin…
1 year, 4 months ago
150. Why Theater Departments Still Struggle With Queer Representation Despite Their Inclusive Reputation
Episode 150
What happens when queer identity, vulnerability, and education collide in a college theater classroom? This episode dives into the powerful intersect…
1 year, 4 months ago
149. The Hidden Power of Queer Joy in Education
Episode 149
What if the most radical thing you could bring into your classroom isn’t resistance—but joy? In this celebration-filled episode of Teaching While Que…
1 year, 4 months ago
148. Stop Praising Resilience: How It’s Killing Queer Educators
Episode 148
What if praising queer educators for being “resilient” is actually just another way to keep them exhausted and unsupported?
In this episode of Teachi…
1 year, 4 months ago
147: 3 Ways Queer Educators Can Build Safe Classrooms With Their Story & Identity
Episode 147
Are you a queer educator struggling to balance authenticity with classroom safety—and wondering if sharing your story can actually build trust?
In thi…
1 year, 5 months ago