The Art of Teaching

Mar 08 2025 190 ep. 51 mins 5
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The Art of Teaching Podcast: Important conversations with the best minds in education and leadership.

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Aziza Green: The realities of being married to a teacher, managing stress and parenting school aged kids.

Mar 08 2025 57 mins  
Today, I’m especially excited to welcome our guest, Aziza Green—who also happens to be my wife. Aziza is a writer and digital marketing professional in publishing and the social impact sector. She’s also a PhD research candidate studying digital literacy, bringing a unique perspective on how communities navigate the digital world. She covers the ever-evolving relationship bet

Scott O'Harra: Thinking differently, doing differently and building a strong school culture.

Mar 03 2025 65 mins  
Today I’m joined by Scott O'Hara, a foundational principal with a unique background. Before entering education, Scott worked as a chef in Australia and the UK. As a foundational principal, Scott is passionate about creating positive school cultures where students and staff are excited to attend school daily. He focuses on innovative, student-centred learning that engages and insp

Dr William DeJean: How Schools Can Advance Teaching and Learning in the Era of Overwhelm.

Feb 22 2025 60 mins  
Up next is a conversation with Dr William DeJean the founder of Unleash Learning™, a global organisation dedicated to helping educators and leaders ensure learning sticks. With over 25 years of experience, he has worked with thousands of teachers, schools, and organisations to embed lasting learning practices.A former high school teacher in San Diego, Dr DeJean was recognised as

Matthew Dodd: Leadership lessons, the transformative power of nature and his advice to new teachers.

Feb 17 2025 57 mins  
Today, I am delighted to share another episode with you. Here is a recent conversation with the brilliant Mathew Dodd, Principal at Southern Cross Grammar. He is a passionate school leader dedicated to learning, leadership, and school transformation. With extensive experience in coaching, culture-building, strategy, and curriculum development, Mathew shares insights on the challeng

Bernii Godwin: Misconceptions about behaviour, inner work and taking collective responsibility for school culture.

Feb 09 2025 53 mins  
Today, we’re joined by Bernii Godwin, a dedicated educator and behaviour specialist with over two decades of experience in transforming school and family cultures. With a master’s in Social Work, a Graduate Certificate in Neuropsychotherapy, and a background in criminology and youth justice, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her work. Bernii helps schools, children, and famil

Professor Jo Boaler: Math-ish: a groundbreaking guide to finding joy, understanding and diversity in mathematics.

Jan 31 2025 48 mins  
Welcome to today’s episode! Math (or maths!) is more than just numbers—it’s a part of everyday life, but how we connect with it is different for everyone. For some, it builds confidence, while for others, it can bring anxiety. Professor. Jo Boaler, a Stanford researcher and expert in math education, has a fresh perspective. In her book Math-Ish, she introduces the concept of

Dr Simon Breakspear: The Pruning Principle

Jan 29 2025 60 mins  
Dr Simon Breakspear is a researcher, advisor, and speaker specialising in educational leadership and change, creating practical tools and frameworks to support over 100,000 educators worldwide. The Pruning Principle helps schools focus on what truly matters by cutting out non-essential tasks and initiatives, leading to better outcomes with fewer resources. This guide offers a clear

Dr. Annie Agnew and Dr. Jonathon Mascorella: Unpacking the LANES Framework.

Jan 27 2025 46 mins  
The integration of technology in educational contexts presents significant challenges for both teachers and students. Selecting the most appropriate technological solution can be equally difficult. Familiarity often dictates our choices, as we tend to rely on tools we know and trust. Even the most advanced technologies will fail to achieve the desired outcomes if educators lack the

Kylie Captain: Public education, essential conversations and resilience through adversity.

Dec 19 2024 58 mins  
Kylie Captain is a proud Gamilaroi woman, best-selling author, and educator with over 20 years of experience in education, finance, and community services. As President of the Aboriginal Studies Association and Founder of Dream Big Education Wellbeing, Kylie promotes leadership, cultural awareness, and Aboriginal educational excellence. She has delivered influential workshops acros

Justine Toh: Achievement Addiction, redefining success and why we strive relentlessly.

Dec 14 2024 52 mins  
I’m pleased to share a recent conversation I had with Justine Toh. Justine writes about cultural trends and contemporary beliefs in the Australian media and is the author of the mini-book Achievement Addiction. Her work encourages us to question society's obsession with achievement and external validation. Whether it’s academic scores, property ownership, or career success, we