Podcast Episodes

#131: 4 sobering statistics that prove that teaching is the hardest, and most important job in the world.

Season 6 Episode 131

TW: Mention of self-harm and suicide

Ever left school feeling completely wrung out, wondering if you’re even cut out for this job?

Same. And in this episode, I’m opening the curtain on one of the most …

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

#130: Dealing with defiance? You don't need to say a word - you just need these 3 game-changing non-verbal strategies!

Season 6 Episode 130

When talking more makes things worse… try this.

Ever felt like the more you say, the more defiant your students become?
Yeah. Been there.

This episode is all about the subtle magic of nonverbal strateg…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

#129: The exact one-liners I use in the classroom when responding to defiant or challenging behaviour (and why every teacher needs these!)

Season 6 Episode 129

What to do when a student flat-out says NO

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Let’s talk about the moment every teacher dreads:
You’ve asked a student to fol…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

#128: 4 ways imposter syndrome shows up for teachers in the classroom (and what you needed to know YESTERDAY to overcome it)

Season 6 Episode 129

The imposter syndrome episode every teacher needs.
You’re in the classroom, trying your best, showing up with good intentions… but there it is. That sneaky voice that whispers:
“Maybe I’m not cut out…

Published on 3 months ago

#127: I met the King, and he asked me a question about the work I do with classroom management I was NOT expecting

Season 6 Episode 127

Wait, did I just explain classroom management to the King?!
Yep. That happened. In this episode, I’m giving you a front seat to one of the most bizarre, surreal, and pinch-me experiences of my life —…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

#126: How to support staff mindset shifts around behaviour approaches

Season 6 Episode 126

This episode is in response to a great question: How do you support staff through mindset shifts?

Whether you’re leading a team or just quietly modelling a new way of doing things, this episode is for…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

#125: Q&A: Dealing with the class clown, when students gang up on you, and motivating unmotivated learners.

Season 6 Episode 125

This week I’m doing something a little different – answering your questions! I asked over on Instagram what you needed support with when it comes to behaviour, and wow… you delivered.

In this episode,…

Published on 3 months, 4 weeks ago

#124: What to do when you’ve tried it all (and behaviour is STILL a battle).

Season 6 Episode 124

 You’ve followed the advice. You’ve implemented the strategies. You’ve worked your heart out – and still, that one student just isn’t responding. It feels hopeless. Like nothing’s shifting. Like all …

Published on 4 months ago

#123: How to stand tall and confident in front of your class (even in the midst of some tough as heck behaviours)

Season 6 Episode 123

One thing nobody tells you before you step into a classroom is just how much behaviour will challenge you. Not just your strategies. You. Your nervous system. Your confidence. Your sense of self.

In t…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

#122: “Miss, that deserves a detention!!” When students tell you how to do your job.

Season 6 Episode 122

Students telling you who deserves a detention or questioning why you didn’t sanction someone?  It’s frustrating, undermining – and it adds to the noise when you’re already handling behaviour. If this…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago