The Half-a-Heads Fantasy football league has been around for over a decade and this show captures all the heartbreak and success of its members each season. Each week Matt and Chad take you on a journey filled with laughs, tears, and the best analysis that we've cherry picked from actual professionals; only were better at it. This is the Half-a-Heads Fantasy Football Podcast!
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Two educators with over half a century of experience explore topics related to education for educators, students, parents, and any and all persons interested in the education of all kids.
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Its that time we've all been waiting for! Fantasy season has returned but before anything draft spots must be decided. Matt and Chad break down a few players who may be overvalued or undervalued and find sleepiest sleepers all while finding out with you listeners who gets what draft spot. And here. we. GO!…
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In this last episode of the season Eric and I reflect on the previous 5 episodes along with sharing our schedule for next season. Hope you have enjoyed listening to this first season.By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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Championship Week Recap/ 2023 Season Recap
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And NEEWWWWW Half-a-Heads Fantasy Champion..... a new 2 time champ is crowned! We recap last weeks matchup and look back on the memories made and predictions that were horrible. It's the final show of the year!! 😞 😓 😉 😜 😘
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In this episode, we talk to the wonderful Dr. Tara Ebersole about corporal punishment and how it negatively effects education.By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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Playoff Round 2 Recap/ Championship Week Preview
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After some explosive wins, only 2 remain. Both are trying to make history, and both will leave nothing on the table! Some thank yous are read, and then we do our most in-depth breakdown of our championship match. To the spoils go the victor!
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With the dust having settled from the raucous Round 1 we go over what went wrong. Now it's a look ahead at who wants to go to the big dance and at the very least walk away with some cash. Who wants it more! Also two more thank you cards.
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Censorship and book banning are unfortunately a part of life for many educators across the country. In this episode, we interview a media specialist on those topics. We hope you enjoy!By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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The regular season has come to a close and it's the Bad Dude taking 1st and going into a bye. 4 teams are vying to continue on this week with 2 HUGE matchups. Also some thank you cards are handed out. Thanks to those now out and goodluck to those who remain!
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What's left to say other than it's the Final Countdown! 4 teams vying for 1st place 5 teams vying for a chance at playoffs the other teams looking to play spoiler! This may be the biggest, most important fantasy week ever! Who moves on??
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Episode 16 County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr.
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In this episode, we interview a former teacher and student member of the Baltimore County Board of Education: County Executive Johnny O! Great episode with the County Executive!By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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Another week down and now a different person in 1st place. The revolving door for playoff positions is smoking and about to come off its hinges! All weeks are important, but this one may be the most because half of the league could see their playoff hopes end with a loss. Let's go figure out who those sorry suckers are..…
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The early turkey gets the worm in this Tuesday Thanksgiving special! If you thought we had nonsensical speculation before then, you'll wanna hear what we say with a day's less info in this wacky yet wonderful episode. Good luck. Playoffs are getting close!
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Parent/Guardian Teacher Conference Special
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Tis the season for conferences between parent(s)/guardian(s) and the teachers. What do educators have on their wish list for parents and guardians this holiday season? Well tune in to find out what educators believe to be the most important things you need to do to prepare for your conference with your child's teacher. Enjoy :).…
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Another week and another new name on top of the leader boards. A week filled with blowouts has led to panic and terror. With bye weeks hurting many teams this week has turned into a survive or die mentality. But who will be the live to fight another day, find out...
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After weeks of back and forth, some teams are starting to separate in the standings. In this over the internet pod Matt and Chad have come together via the "internet" and discuss how great some teams are and how dumb some teams look.
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How would the government shutdown effect the education of military families and the communities they serve? In this episode, we interview Chad Jimison about that topic as he teaches at a Department of Defense Dependent School in Alabama. Very relevant topic given the times...By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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Halfway through the season, and it's closer than ever. There's a new team sitting in first place, and big matchups this week could see the first real separation in the standings. So let's look over the teams and celebrate the Half-a-way there season!
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On this frighteningly good episode we try to figure out if there are any actual good teams in the NFL. The disorder in the real league runs parallel to our league as 5 of the top 6 teams lost. We're almost half way!! Trick or treat, smell my feet, time for something good to hear.
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In this episode, we dive into being a elementary school principal, psychologist, and a member of the Blueprint's Application and Implementation Board or AIB for short. Hope you enjoy! :)By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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A lot of close matchups have led to little separation in the standings. Everyone is still in the mix and gunning for a win this week. It's the big bye week and the projections may seem low the hopes are high!
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Injuries, upsets, and ranking shifts after a wild week 5. The league rankings are closer than ever and no team is out of it. Who has the stones to take the next step and who may have run out of magic, we discuss.
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In this episode, we review the interviews of Ivory Smith, Becca Doring, Eric Luedtke, Rachel Valsing, Tricia Collins-McCarthy, and Delegate Cheryl Pasteur. Lots of introspection in this episode.By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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Massive changes in the rankings at the quarter way point with teams moving up and down with a NEW team now holding 1st place.. he's thinks he's safe but there are a few teams trying to pry the position away.
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After all the top dawgs lost last week the league is very even now. Eight 2-1 teams makes everyone believe they have a chance but only some are correct. Also how about a call back..
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Boards of Education are the paramount governing bodies of school systems. In this episode, we dive deep into what it's like to serve as a board member with Delegate Cheryl Pasteur! She shares her wisdom, insights, and thoughts on this important elected position. Enjoy!By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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It's been 2 weeks and already there may be some panic. The separation of points is starting to build and we've only just begun! We take a look and see what been going wrong for some and what's been going right for a few..
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Low offensive outputs have everyone questioning their strategies. We try to answer those questions and confirm those doubts. What a way for the season to start!
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Episode 11: Tricia Collins-McCarthy and Rachel Valsing
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In this episode, we dive into Community Schools with the Principal and Community Schools Liaison of Johnny Cake Elementary! Thier passion for educating every child that walks through their school doors is "scary!" :)By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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Guess who's back, back again!? It's the fantasy season and this year is going to be the biggest, the baddest, the most competitive. Why? Because it's THIS year. Time to see how the draft went and to find out who may start the season 0-1.
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In our first school special, Eric and Matt present the voices of over a dozen different educator perspecitives in answering the question of what parents can do to ensure a great Back to School Night. Enjoy :)By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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In this episode, we dig into why people are leaving public education with a person who recently decided to NOT go back to the classroom. This is an important episode in understanding our current educator retention crisis.By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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In this episode, we interview Eric Luedtke who serves as the Legislative Director for Governor Wes More's administration. He discusses his former job as a middle school social studies teacher and how educators make great policy makers.By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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The Half a Heads season kicks off with figuring out draft positions! Matt and Chad discuss some relative news, try to figure out what a sleeper really IS, and stay til the end for a Half-a-Heads Podcast first! FIREWORKS!! WE'RE BACK!
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In this episode, we dive deep into the vital importance of Education Support Professionals (ESPs) and how they shape the educational journeys of students.By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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In this very special episode, Delegate Ebersole and Matt Gresick reflect on the first five interviews and also preview upcoming episodes. Let us know what you think and thanks for listening. :).By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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This episode is about rural schools and nothing can possibly be more rural than Kodiak, Alaska. We discuss the challenges and similarities that come with schooling in the Alaskan wilderness.By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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In this episode, we dive into school safety with Dawn Luedtke and her extensive experiece with school safety policy in the state of Maryland. Enjoy a very serious episode.By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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Cheryl Bost is the President of the Maryland State Education Association and an experienced elementary teacher from Baltimore County. In this episode, we discuss why an organized voice is important to educators and what we can do to make schools better for all stakeholders.By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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Special education is a historically controversial and extremely heated topic in education. Our guest is Lisa Belcastro, a special educator and former legisltor, offers insights into this highly volatile topic. We hope you enjoy!By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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Educator recruitment, retention, and diversity in the profession were topics discussed in this 2nd episode. Royal Davis, a 4th year English teacher, was out first interview and we are incredibly honored to have her on the show. We hope you enjoy!By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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Episode 1: Maryland Blueprint for Education
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Education from the inside out! With over a half of century in public school teaching, Delegate Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick dive into their first episode about the Blueprint for Maryland's Future and public school teaching in general.By Eric Ebersole and Matt Gresick
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The year is over and new king reigns supreme! We recap an unusual finish say some thank you's and then go over some end of the season things. Half-a-heads 4Life!
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Two more teams fall in their quest for glory leaving the final two teams. It's championship or bust! Who will win the ring!? Bet you can't guess who Chad picks and some thank you's.
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Well to the dismay of two teams the playoffs continue. We're in the final stretch of the season who will win to advance to the FINAL round and a chance to claim the ultimate glory!? We put our 2 half a heads together into 2/3rds to try to figure it out. Also some thank you's.
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The season is over. While some are left lying on the field, 6 teams have risen to the playoff bracket. Who will rise to become the ultimate champion. And as always we have some THANK YOUs to give out.
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With one week left in the regular season, the standings are the tightest they have ever been. 4 teams vying for 1st place, 3 teams fighting for the final playoff spot. This. Week. Is. HUGE!
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Only a couple weeks left before playoffs but some teams still need to pass the final judgment. To be the best you got to beat the best. Now we just gotta figure out who is the best.
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An early turkey bird special coming at you. After some heartbreaking losses the league is grouping in the middle everyone looking to get a piece of the last 2 playoff spots. Things are heating up! Thanksgivingggg!
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Burning the midnight oil to get this pod in the can. We answer fan mail, go over last weeks close matchups, and then try to best assess the values of each player for the up coming week. We got a toilet bowl ya'll!
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Rolling through the halfway point and into do or die territory. For some the end may be coming quick but some may be rising to never before seen heights! And some old game shows are back.
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