I host an online radio show / Podcast called Tom's World Language Café. I also have taught Spanish at Butler University and Ben Davis High School in Indianapolis. I am author of world language teaching materials for Spanish teachers and students, Director of Aventura Cultural Summer Spanish Teacher Immersion Programs in Madrid, Havana and Guadalajara, MX (sponsored by WorldStrides with the participation of Purude University -- Fort Wayne) and a workshop presenter. My books can be found at Te ...
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Opening Up Cricket's 'Going Upstairs' podcast where we talk sport, fitness and mental health.
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Cricket gives us a vital chance to take time away from our screens and properly connect with others. Mark gives his view on this increasingly important issue in this episode. --------- Jonathan Haidt was mentioned in this episode. You can read about his work on youth phone use here and in a similar vein there is a perspective from the US surgeon ge…
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The second episode on this theme has Opening Up Cricket trustee & Sunday Times Football Correspondent Jon Northcroft sharing from another sport. We hear a range from Fergie to Guardiola on how wellbeing and team bonds are forged at the top level of football. It's fascinating to think about what we can learn from these examples. Support the Show.…
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This pre season, we have a focus on how team environments can best support their members. To start with, Ethan Bamber draws on his experiences in the professional games, as we aim to find the ways we can all look out for those around us. Support the Show.
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Amy Malott 1 26 2024 by Tom AlsopBy Tom Alsop
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Denise Joseph - Super French Teacher by Tom AlsopBy Tom Alsop
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Out of season with Ethan Bamber & Tom Alsop
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Ethan and Tom shared their reflections on how the close season changes how they see themselves. This was recorded just before their return to pre season training at Middlesex and Sussex. Support the Show.
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Henry returns with his second guest, Matty Jackson of Liverpool CC, for a chat focused on captaincy in the club game. Support the Show.
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Dr. Álex Quintanilla 5 - 10 28 23, 1.17 PM
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Thanks to Henry Eccles of Southport & Birkdale CC for this chat with his club's former overseas player Will Affleck, reflecting on the realities and pressures that can feature in the weekend game. Support the Show.
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Dr. Juan Pablo Rodríguez- 9:22:23, 4.06 PM
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8 - 11 - 2023 Alex Gall Zionsville HS by Tom AlsopBy Tom Alsop
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Clevedon's Case Study with Dan Van Grudgings
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Clevedon CC in Somerset have seen success with their own scheme to promote mental wellbeing through cricket at their club. Dan, the lead for this, joined Mark to share the background and strategies used. Support the Show.By Opening Up Cricket
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Mark considers what is left unsaid during Mental Health Awareness Week Support the Show.By Opening Up Cricket
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The second Coaches Conversation focuses on passion and how far it can take you. We got a look at this from a rugby union perspective with guest Adam Canning of Old Leamingtonians RFC joining Mark to share his thoughts. Support the Show.
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Our first Coaches Conversation was recorded last night (26.03) with burnout being the topic. Chris Laker, who works with Lancashire CCC pathway and in club cricket, joined Mark to share his thoughts. Support the Show.
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Elizabeth And Denise Super Creative French Teachers - 3:15:23, 4.23 PM
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Kathy Darnell : French - Spanish Exemplary Educator
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A Postcard From Adelaide with Ethan Bamber & Miles Hammond
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Ethan spoke with friend and current team mate down under Miles Hammond, of Gloucestershire CCC. Topics included... - Life as an overseas player - Finding the balance between cricket and the rest of life - How talking therapy made the difference Support the Show.
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Michelle Larson - Eastern HS - 1:30:23 by Tom AlsopBy Tom Alsop
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Identity, particularly how much we define ourselves by our job, is a topic of almost endless discussion. Sussex keeper/batter Tom Alsop gave his insight to Mark during this episode. The focus was on how over the course of his career, he has come to see himself as more than just a cricketer. Support the Show.…
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Mark reflects on a personal experience of going beyond what was healthy to commit to. The books mentioned in this episode were: Mike Yardy- The Hard Yards Brene Brown- Daring Greatly Tim Cantopher- Depressive Illness: The Curse Of The Strong Support the Show.
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Kristin Wasielewski - IFLTA French / College Teacher of the Year
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Larry Riggs.Exemplary French Professor - 11:28:22, 9.49 AM
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Josh Sivier, known across social media as 'The WK Coach' shared with Mark his passion for wicket keeping, as a player and coach. Topics include: Technical fundamentals Resilience The love of the game Support the Show.By Opening Up Cricket
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MERCEDES MUÑIZ - PEREDO - 10:25:22, 4.49 PM
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Sean chatted with Mark about the reality of playing Grade, or as it is now known, Premier Cricket in Australia. Having played at first class and international level, it was interesting to hear his perspective on the club game. Topic discussed include: * Creating the ideal environment * The intensity compared to the professional game * Adapting from…
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TonyLaGrotto 9 27 22 - 9:27:22, 4.44 PM by Tom AlsopBy Tom Alsop
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Tara Norris of Sussex, Southern Vipers, Southern Brave and the USA joined Mark to discuss: Her transition into professional cricket Routine and structure Self motivation Support the Show.By Opening Up Cricket
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What is your coaching philosophy? Mark shares how Carl Rogers, more familiar in the counselling world, has helped shape his. The blog post mentioned in the episode can be found here Support the Show.By Opening Up Cricket
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Jill Oskins, ENL, Clark Pleasant Middle School - 7:7:22, 4.27 PM
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Ex England, Yorkshire and Notts bowler Ryan Sidebottom joined us for the final Pre Season Series session. Topics discussed included: Stepping up to playing for England Responding to difficulties in cricket Being open about mental ill health Support the Show.
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Gloucestershire & England keeper James Bracey was the fifth guest for the Pre Season Series earlier this year. We're glad to share it here now after a delay. Topics discussed included: Adapting to new environments Supporting team mates Work/life balance Support the Show.
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Much delayed but here is the fourth of the 2022 Pre Season Series sessions with Glamorgan batter Sam Northeast. Topics discussed included: Making runs for a living The role of a team mate Life away from the game Support the Show.By Opening Up Cricket
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Ft Myers FL . Luis Lillard . Creativity Workshop - 6:16:22, 10.10 AM
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Christina Rocha . Athens, Greece by Tom AlsopBy Tom Alsop
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Guero Loco In Germany - 4:18:22, 5.07 PM
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Pre Season Series with Ethan Bamber & Paul Horton
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Middlesex bowler Ethan and former Lancashire & Leicestershire batter discuss opening the innings, dealing with setbacks and the identity of a professional cricketer. Support the Show.By Opening Up Cricket
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Warwickshire's Eve Jones was the guest for the second of the 2022 Pre Season Series sessions. Topics discussed included: - Routines for batting - The challenges of The Hundred - Switching off from the game Support the Show.By Opening Up Cricket
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Julie Storm, Creative World Language Educator - 3:30:22, 9.11 PM
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Kent keeper/batter Ollie joined us for the first of the 2022 Pre Season Series sessions. We discussed: Managing the demands of professional cricket Preparation as a keeper/batter Staying mentally healthy Support the Show.By Opening Up Cricket
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Derbyshire pace bowler Dustin opened up on the realities of dealing with injuries. He spoke about the impact at the time, through rehab to the longer term mental challenges. An important insight to a topic that needs more discussion. Support the Show.By Opening Up Cricket
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Juan Pablo / Alex / ¡Profesores ejemplares!
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Gary Spurgin Cathedral HS Outstanding WL Educator : 1 21 2022
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Michael Edelstein - Travel Expert - 11:27:21, 11.00 AM
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Jon Northcroft is an Opening Up Cricket trustee and football writer. In this episode he talks us the art of ghost writing, something he has done most recently for Peter Schmeichel, including: What it actually is and the process involved Staying true to what the person is saying Listening skills The parallels with counselling and therapy Lessons lea…
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Physical activity for young people with Peter Kelly
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Primary school teacher Peter has a mission to increase physical activity in young people to the benefit of their mind and body. We discussed the impact of covid, barriers to promoting activity, teacher wellbeing and his initiative Prime Fitness & Education. You can find out more here Support the Show.…
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Guero Loco - 10:12:21, 5.24 PM by Tom AlsopBy Tom Alsop
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Cindy Patel : La Profe : Speedway HS by Tom AlsopBy Tom Alsop
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