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Get ready for Real Talk related to Education. We cover the hottest educational concepts, reality of being a teacher/admin in today's world, and some fun along the way!
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What is your origin story? Throughout our lives, our stories intersect with the people we meet. What sometimes gets lost in the chaos of life is that our stories go much further than we can ever realize. On this podcast, listen to the stories of people with incredible journeys. We know where they stand now. But how did they get there? Who were the people that pointed them in the right direction? How about the people who pointed them in the wrong direction?Join Mike Azzalina as he digs a bit ...
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On this episode of "The Prequel", Mike answers a question he is asked very often. How do we avoid the idea of "Toxic Positivity" or trying to force others to only feel positive emotions despite what their experiences are. He dives into the difference between realistic positivity, creating a brave space for belonging, and allowing people to experien…
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Mike spends this episode of "The Prequel" pushing an important reminder. As life presents us new opportunities, we have all sorts of emotions attached to them. We might feel nervous, excited, joy, thrill, and more. Being a beginner comes with a sense of excitement (and maybe a side of nerves). As we settle in, it is possible that the joy subsides. …
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We are back for another episode of "The Prequel" and Mike is looking back to look ahead. He reminds us that sometimes in life, reflection can take us further than rushing too far ahead of ourselves. The ability to slow down and understand the experiences we confront on our journeys help us learn how to show up down the road. Subscribe to the YouTub…
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"The Prequel" is back and taking a look at our measure of perfection. Mike walks us through toward the idea that we are forever a work in progress. He challenges us to never stop working on ourselves and discusses ways in which he has been able to continue working on himself throughout his own life. As Mike says in the episode, "Human being is a ve…
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On this week's episode of "The Prequel," Mike reflects on the limitless opportunities we have each day to make a difference in the world. How do we take advantage of it? Are we scared of taking the steps we have to take? Do our thoughts get in the way while others are out there doing what we can to add to our own greatness? Mike takes us on the ref…
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Another week and another episode of "The Prequel" is here! In this episode, Mike focuses on how we can be someone's favorite person. He discusses one of his favorite songs and the ways in which we can live out the important lyrics in simple ways for the people we meet in our daily lives. Mike pushes us to move past the idea that making a HUGE diffe…
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Mike is back with another episode of "The Prequel" for us to consider how to improve our lives and the lives of those around us. In this episode, he takes a look at the challenges that we face. Do we carry the mountains with us or try to climb them instead? He takes a look at times he did both and the differences he felt. Mike will challenge you to…
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On this episode of "The Prequel," Mike is in his Harry Potter Era. As he finished off the first book awhile back, a quote stuck out to him. Mike takes a close look at the ways that the choices we make define our character far more than our abilities. He highlights how making the choice to show up for others in times of need and showing kindness eac…
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"Your time is limited. Don't waste it trying to be someone else." Steve Jobs said it best. And Mike is off and running in this week's episode about why it is so important to be authentic. Mike explores times in his own life that he put on a mask to be anyone other than himself. He reflects on why that might have been the case, and hopes you will do…
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For some of us, asking for help is perhaps one of life's most difficult challenges. For whatever reason, when we are faced with a challenge that takes a lot of energy, we are more likely to let ourselves become frustrated than we are seek out help. In this episode, Mike takes some time on his own reservations in asking for help. He invites you to d…
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Mike is back with another episode this week for all of us to reflect on when we might need to adjust. Life will change at the drop of the hat. The expected will become the unexpected. In order to write our stories in the most productive ways, we must be ready to change with the change. Mike walks us through how he learned to adjust, and the steps w…
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The Prequel is back for another season, but Mike has changed the game just a bit. He wants to give you short snippets of thoughts to start each week. While he enjoyed the interviews and hearing the stories of others, this season is dedicated to the ways in which we can all contribute to our own prequel as well as that of others. On our season premi…
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Join Mike as he talks to Michele Capots, transformational coach, speaker, and storyteller. Michele's work around mental health and resilience is making a difference with all of her clients. Her story gives us a glimpse into how we can take our fears and turn them into our greatest successes. This is a conversation that you will not want to miss. Fo…
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Join Mike as he sits down with Lorna Hollifield, the author of The Ocean at Night and Tobacco Sun. She is currently the editor of Charleston Women Magazine. The two discuss the challenging world of writing, how Lorna's journey to publishing her first book was an unexpected journey, and her advice to up and coming writers with big dreams. We think y…
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What an episode! Mike sits down with Jaimie Beebe, a casting director, podcast host, and founder of The Boyfriend Bikini. Jaimie lets us into the world of being a casting director, but perfectly ties it to how those experiences affect the stories of the people in the roles. They discuss her podcast, "Strictly Stalking," how it came to be, and the i…
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Chapter 5: Dominique "Dom" Brightmon
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Join Mike in his most recent conversation with author and podcaster, Dominique "Dom" Brightmon. The two explore all things podcasting and writing, while Dom challenges listeners to stop comparing themselves to others and a different version of themselves. We get a look into the experiences and people who pushed him to become an author and speaker. …
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Join Mike as he welcomes Rita Farruggia the founder and CEO of www.happybeingwell.com to "The Prequel" for episode four. Mike and Rita dig into how and why her website went from vision to the real deal. Rita shares the purpose behind what she does, and how she arrived at this important work. The two dive into Rita's journey and really explore a dee…
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On this week's episode, Mike is joined by fellow Elizabethtown College Blue Jay, Wyatt Eaton. While Mike and Wyatt were on campus at the same time, it was not until after college that their prequels really aligned. They have bonded over their love of the Philadelphia Eagles. Over the course of the last year, Wyatt's life has taken an unexpected tur…
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Join Mike as he welcomes his first guest, Michelle Dickinson, an educator resiliency coach to discuss her role and how she was led to this path. Mike and Michelle discuss the challenges that educators have been facing post pandemic. She gives tremendous advice as to how we can all navigate the challenges we face with a dose of resilience. The two d…
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On the premier episode of "The Prequel" Mike Azzalina introduces himself and why stories are so incredibly important to him. He explains that this is a show to help others tell their own stories in order to bring light to the people and experiences that made them who they are today. Mike tells his own story about his Grandpop and the ways his life …
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Mike and Matt have had some time on their hands recently. What better idea than to get back up and running with The Faculty Room.
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Episode 7 - SPECIAL EPISODES - #TEACHERWIVES
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Mike and Matt are thrilled to have on their most special guests on the Pod, Kirsten Rogers and Andrea Azzalina. We talk about the differences between Brick and Mortar instruction vs. cyber public school, as well as where these fantastic teachers go to bring their best for their students. This is a must listen episode as we dish a little on what it …
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Episode 6 - Beth Smull - Restorative Practice
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We are excited to have Beth Smull on the Pod. She is an INTERNATIONAL Restorative Practice Trainer and most importantly, Mike's Cousin. Listen in for some great insight that she brings to the episode!
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Episode 5 - Dr. Sam Fecich and Naomi Shrom-Kuc
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This is our BEST EPISODE YET. These two ladies have inspired #TheFacultyRoomPodcast Dr. Sam is a Professor at Grove City College and author of Edumagic, while Naomi is one of her awesome pre-service teachers. Follow along in the journey of the instructor and the instructed on this episode.
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Excited to be back to catch up about "holidays as a teacher", talk with Ryne Anthony, an Innovation Specialist from CCIU, and encouraging ways to bring STEM into your classroom!
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Episode 3 - Letting kids see you as MORE than just their teacher
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On this episode, Mike and Matt talk about taking the extra step to build trust and relationships with kids, seeing them outside of the classroom environment.
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Episode 2- Beginning of the Year - Guest Ken Ehrmann
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We are excited to talk with PDE Teacher of the Year Finalist Ken Ehrmann about his unique beginning of year habits focused on student choice and flexible classrooms. Mike and Matt also talk about their pre-school activities to set up for a successful school year.
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The very first episode of The Faculty. Get to know Mike and Matt, learn about purpose of the podcast, and learn what we have planned for future episodes.
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