Best Denis Sheeran & Ray Steinmetz Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 48 - Doing School Differently, with Schoolhouse Founder Brian Tobal 40:15

3y ago40:15

40:15

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) interviews Brian Tobal, Educator, Innovator, Researcher and Founder of GetSchoolhouse.com (@getschoolhouse). Brian is a former teacher turned educational technologist who is obsessed with ensuring quality and improving learning outcomes for student…

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Episode 47 - Overcoming Teacher Burnout with Amber Harper 35:00

3+ y ago35:00

35:00

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) interviews Amber Harper (@burnedinteacher), Educator, Speaker, Podcaster, Founder of the Burned-In Teacher and author of Hacking Teacher Burnout. Amber has prepared and shared ideas, courses, and practical coaching to help you out of burnout! Check…

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Episode 46 - Hans Appel and Award Winning Culture 26:51

4y ago26:51

26:51

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) interviews Hans Appel, Educator, Speaker, Podcaster, Director of Culture @teachbetterteam, Co-Creator @awculture, Author of #AwardWinningCulture https://amzn.to/2WzBhHo Check out more from Denis: -- denissheeran.com and Denis' Books on Amazon The I…

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Episode 45 - Math is Figureoutable with Pam Harris 35:17

4y ago35:17

35:17

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) interviews Pam Harris, author, teacher, and powerful problem solver. Her work focuses on teaching students that Math Is Figureoutable and that it doesn't need to be memorized, regurgitated, or made into non-engaging procedure. Pam hosts the #MathSt…

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Episode 44 - Teach Plus with Ray Steinmetz 24:29

4y ago24:29

24:29

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) interviews Raymond (@blended_math) and talks about his new venture with Teach Plus, the podcast he's created for them, and the change we're seeing in education during Covid-19 closures. Check out more from Denis: -- denissheeran.com and Denis' Book…

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Episode 43 - Be the One with Ryan Sheehy 23:40

4y ago23:40

23:40

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview educator, principal, speaker, and author of "Be the One for Kids" - Ryan Sheehy (@sheehyrw). The hosts talk to Ryan about the power educators have to change the life of a child. More from Ryan Sheehy: -- https:…

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Episode 42 - Crazy Math with Nancy Estepa 31:14

4+ y ago31:14

31:14

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview educator and math specialist - Nancy Estepa (@nancy_estepa). The hosts talk to Nancy about her work advocating for an equitable environment in the math classroom. More from Diana Gill: -- youtube.com/channel/UC…

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Episode 41 - Copyrighteous with Diana Gill 24:49

4+ y ago24:49

24:49

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview educator, speaker, and author of "Copyrighteous - A Catalyst for Creativity in the Classroom" - Diana Gill (@dianargill). The hosts talk to Diana about her work as an ELA Teacher, Tech Director, her new book, a…

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Episode 40 - Opening the Middle with Robert Kaplinsky 27:00

4+ y ago27:00

27:00

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview math educator, speaker, and author of "Open Middle Math: Problems that Unlock Student Thinking' - Robert Kaplinsky (@robertkaplinsky). The hosts talk to Robert about his work with Open Middle …

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Episode 39 - Reaching All Students with Vicki Davis 30:48

4+ y ago30:48

30:48

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview teacher, blogger, and the host of the '10 Minute Teacher Podcast' - Vicki Davis (@coolcatteacher). The hosts talk to Vicki about her passion for helping all teachers reach every student and th…

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Episode 38 - A Passion for Kindness with Tamara Letter 27:11

4+ y ago27:11

27:11

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview Tech Integrator, Kindness Cultivator, and Author of "A Passion for Kindness" - Tamara Letter (@tamaraletter). The hosts talk to Tamara about her work creating cultures of kindness in schools f…

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Episode 37 - Teach Better with Rae Hughart 20:36

4+ y ago20:36

20:36

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview Teacher, Author, Podcaster, and Director of Training and Development for the Teach Better Team - Rae Hughart (@RaeHughart). The hosts talk to Rae about her new 'Teach Better' book and her work…

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Episode 36 - Teaching Boys with Michael Reichert 28:12

4+ y ago28:12

28:12

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview research psychologist, speaker, and author of 'How to Raise a Boy’ - Michael C. Reichert (@michreich). The hosts talk to Michael about his global research on boy’s lives and how to create rela…

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Episode 35 - Mastering the Media with Julie Smith 29:54

4+ y ago29:54

29:54

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview media literacy professor, speaker, and author of 'Master the Media' - Julie Smith (@julnilsmith). The hosts talk to Julie about her ongoing crusade to save the world through media literacy and …

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Episode 34 - Rethining Assessment and Grades with Starr Sackstein 22:15

4+ y ago22:15

22:15

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview educational consultant and author of 'From Teacher to Leader' and 'Hacking Assessment' - Starr Sackstein (@mssackstein). The hosts talk to Starr about her journey to shift to a new paradigm of…

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Episode 33 - Humanizing Math Education with Sunil Singh 24:14

5y ago24:14

24:14

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview Mathematical Jester, Math Learning Specialist at Buzzmath, and author of 'Pi of Life' and 'Math Recess' - Sunil Singh (@Mathgarden). The hosts talk to Sunil about his quest to change math educ…

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Episode 32 - Educational Eye Exam with Alicia Ray 24:25

5y ago24:25

24:25

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview Lead Digital Learning and Media Innovation Facilitator and author of Educational Eye Exam: Creating YOUR Vision for Education - Alicia Ray. The hosts talk to Alicia about the importance of lib…

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Episode 31 - Meet Them at Their Best with Denis and Ray 19:46

5y ago19:46

19:46

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Rate and Review us on iTunes On Episode 31 of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) sign off for the summer but not before they discuss the power of online and offline collaboration as well as the DBC Pirate Con scheduled for next summer. Denis then reminds us to meet …

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Episode 30 - The Power of Play with Calli Wright 25:30

5y ago25:30

25:30

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Rate and Review us on iTunes On Episode 30 of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) talk to Calli Wright (@CalliWrights) - Education Engagement Manager for MIND Research Institute (@MIND_Research) . The hosts ask Calli about the work of MIND Research Institute , their …

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Episode 29 - Promoting Positive Change with Carlon Howard 23:32

5y ago23:32

23:32

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Rate and Review us on iTunes On Episode 29 of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) talk to Carlon Howard (@CarlonDHoward) - Co-Director of Breakthrough Providence and Co-Founder of EduLeaders of Color Rhode Island. The hosts ask Carlon about his work elevating traditi…

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Episode 28 - The Zen Teacher - Dan Tricarico 27:11

5y ago27:11

27:11

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Rate and Review us on iTunes On Episode 28 of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) talk to Dan Tricarico (@thezenteacher) - Author of The Zen Teacher - Creating Focus, Simplicity, and Tranquility in the Classroom. The hosts ask Dan about the importance of self care in…

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Episode 27 - TeachPlus with Paul Toner 26:49

5y ago26:49

26:49

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Rate and Review us on iTunes On Episode 27 of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) talk to Paul Toner (@PFToner) - Senior Director for National Policy & Partnerships @TeachPlusMA and @TeachPlusRI and Past President of the Massachusetts Teachers Association. The hosts …

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Episode 26 - Live from BPLC Providence 3 of 3 - Tools and Techniques for Personalization 53:07

5y ago53:07

53:07

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Rate and Review us on iTunes On Episode 26 of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) are LIVE from the Blended and Personalized Learning Conference in Providence, RI! The hosts met in person for the first time and interviewed educators, innovators, and change agents thr…

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Episode 25 - Live from BPLC Providence 2 of 3 - Reaching All Students 46:48

5y ago46:48

46:48

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** On Episode 25 of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) are LIVE from the Blended and Personalized Learning Conference in Providence, RI! The hosts met in person for the first time and interviewed educators, innovators, and change agents throughout the symposium. Episod…

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Episode 24 - Live from BPLC Providence - Part 1 of 3 - Why Personalized Learning? 41:34

5y ago41:34

41:34

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** On Episode 24 of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) are LIVE from the Blended and Personalized Learning Conference in Providence, RI! The hosts met in person for the first time and interviewed educators, innovators, and change agents throughout the symposium. Episod…

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Episode 23 - Changing the Conversation with Stephen Hurley 22:54

5y ago22:54

22:54

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** On Episode 23 of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview Stephen Hurley (@stephen_hurley) - educator, podcaster, and Chief Catalyst at VoicEd Radio. The hosts discuss how the conversations in education are changing, and how to foster discourse between educators…

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Episode 22 - Instant Relevance Mini-Moment #7 10:46

5+ y ago10:46

10:46

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**On the 22nd episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis Sheeran (@mathDenisNJ) and Raymond Steinmetz (@blended_math) discuss a #MakeItReal mini moment about the phrase "past performance does not an indicator of future success." Follow the conversation and learn from others on Twitter.Check out more from Den…

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Episode 21 - My Bad with Jon Harper 29:20

5+ y ago29:20

29:20

On Episode 21 of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview Jon Harper (@Jonharper70bd) - principal, podcaster, and Author of "My Bad: 24 Educators Who Messed Up Fessed Up and Grew". The hosts discuss how being honest and open about our mistakes and struggles can bring educators together, how to create…

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Episode 20 - Instant Relevance Mini-Moment #6 12:01

5+ y ago12:01

12:01

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** On the 20th episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis Sheeran (@mathDenisNJ) and Raymond Steinmetz (@blended_math) discuss a #MakeItReal mini moment about a recent scientific study about blowing up an asteroid with an atomic bomb to save humanity. How would you use this in your classroom? Follow the conv…

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Episode 19 - Reclaiming your Calling with Dr. Brad Gustafson 21:49

5+ y ago21:49

21:49

Welcome to the 2nd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview principal, podcaster, and Author of Reclaiming your Calling - Dr. Brad Gustafson - about creating a positive culture in schools and advocating for the teaching profession. Dr. Brad Gustafson: -- bradgustafson.com/ Check out more fr…

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Episode 18 - Young Educators Society with Erin Hall 19:57

5+ y ago19:57

19:57

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** Welcome to the 2nd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview teacher, education advocate, and Young Educators Society founder - Erin Hall- about her work advocating for the needs of young educators across the nation. Erin Hall and YESRI: -- yesri.org/ C…

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Episode 17 - Instant Relevance Mini-Moment #5 8:00

5+ y ago8:00

8:00

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** On the 17th episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis Sheeran (@mathDenisNJ) and Raymond Steinmetz (@blended_math) discuss a #MakeItReal mini moment about re-purposing things in the classroom. What is it that you really want to happen in your classroom, but you might need to find a new way to get there? …

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Episode 16 - VoicEd.ca Live with Alice Keeler 29:38

5+ y ago29:38

29:38

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel** On the live VoicEd.ca 2nd Anniversary Radio Marathon, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview teacher, innovator, author, and tech advocate - Alice Keeler - about her new chrome extensions and what is making her excited about teaching this school year. Alice Keeler: -- alicekeeler.com/ -- al…

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Episode 15 - Seekers and Peekers with Don Wettrick 28:16

5+ y ago28:16

28:16

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**Welcome to the 2nd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview teacher, podcaster, StartEdUp Founder, and Author of Pure Genius: Building a Culture of Innovation - Don Wettrick - about his work bringing innovation opportunities to students inside and outsi…

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Episode 14 - Instant Relevance Mini Moment #4 6:58

5+ y ago6:58

6:58

On the 14th and final episode of Season 1 of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis Sheeran (@mathDenisNJ) and Raymond Steinmetz (@blended_math) discuss a #MakeItReal mini moment about what you would do if you couldn't talk in your classroom. Who's voice is more important? Yours or your students'? We will be back at the beginning of February for Seas…

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Episode 13 - Defending Math with Shane Lawrence 39:00

5+ y ago39:00

39:00

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**On the thirteenth episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview teacher, podcaster, tech enthusiast, and relevance advocate, Shane Lawrence (@theedpodcast) about how there are no subjects in life, and how learning should span all realms of our curiosities.S…

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Episode 12 - Instant Relevance Mini Moment #3 10:34

5+ y ago10:34

10:34

** Follow us on twitter @instantrel **On the 12th SPECIAL BONUS EPISODE of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis Sheeran (@mathDenisNJ) and Raymond Steinmetz (@blended_math) discuss a #MakeItReal mini moment about the curious case of Tesla drivers falling asleep at the wheel. Then Denis asks the question - "Are you asleep at the teacher wheel?"Tesla…

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Episode 11 - Breaking the Code with Brian Aspinall 28:16

5+ y ago28:16

28:16

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**On the eleventh episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview Mr. Brian Aspinall (@mraspinall) teacher, speaker, and author of code breaker about finding unconventional ways for making learning relevant for all students with STEM learning and technology.Bri…

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Episode 10 - Igniting your Education Passion with Rachelle Dene Poth 35:27

5+ y ago35:27

35:27

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**On the tenth episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview Writer, Innovator, and Tech Advocate - Rachelle Dene Poth (@rdene915). Rachelle talks about her innovative teaching practices and how she has converted her classroom from teacher to student centered…

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Episode 9 - Instant Relevence Mini Moment #2 + Episode 10 Preview 8:47

5+ y ago8:47

8:47

** Follow us on twitter @instantrel **On the ninth SPECIAL BONUS EPISODE of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis Sheeran (@mathDenisNJ) and Raymond Steinmetz (@blended_math) discuss a #MakeItReal mini moment about the firing of the Cleveland Browns coaching staff and how that relates to Bill Belichick. At the end of the episode, check out a SNEAK P…

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Episode 8 - Instant Relevance Mini Moment #1 9:25

5+ y ago9:25

9:25

** Follow us on twitter @instantrel **On the eighth SPECIAL BONUS EPISODE of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis Sheeran (@mathDenisNJ) and Raymond Steinmetz (@blended_math) discuss different strategies for dealing with the age old issue of homework. When Parents Want to Help - Denis Sheeran— denissheeran.com/homework/Is it time to ditch homework?…

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Episode 7 - Ditch that Homework with Matt Miller 40:24

5+ y ago40:24

40:24

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**On the seventh episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview Matt Miller (@jmattmiller), author of Ditch that Homework and Ditch that Textbook (@DitchThatTxtbk) about being an innovative educator and having the guts to stop using homework in the classroom.M…

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Episode 6 - The Opportunity Myth with Denis and Ray 33:35

5+ y ago33:35

33:35

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**On the sixth episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) discuss a new research report from The New Teacher Project (@TNTP) called The Opportunity Myth. Are students failing school, or is school failing our students? Check out this episode to get answers to this qu…

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Episode 5 - Teach Better with Tiffany Ott 40:38

5+ y ago40:38

40:38

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**On the fifth episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) discuss navigating current and former trends in the classroom and how to make relevant learning experiences. The hosts then interview Tiffany Ott (@TechieTeachOtt) Teacher and member of the #TeachBetter Team …

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Episode 4 - Professional Development with Rich Czyz 44:38

6y ago44:38

44:38

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**On the fourth episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) discuss motivating teachers to take on new initiatives through the Jobs to Be Done Theory from the Christensen Institute. Later in the show, the hosts discuss creating a #MakeItReal moment by asking students…

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Episode 3 - LeBron James with Kareem Farah 43:07

6y ago43:07

43:07

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**On the third episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) discuss how LeBron James opening a school can be used as a #MakeItReal moment. Later in the podcast, the hosts interview Kareem Farah (@Kareemfarah23) Math Teacher and Director of The Modern Classrooms Projec…

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Episode 2 - Back to School with Quinn Rollins 40:34

6y ago40:34

40:34

**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**On the second episode of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) discuss how to start the year with a growth mindset for ourselves and our students. Later in the podcast, the hosts interview Quinn Rollins (@jedikermit) teacher and author of Play Like a Pirate about using …

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Episode 1 - Welcome to the Instant Relevance Podcast 34:30

6y ago34:30

34:30

Follow us on Twitter - @instantrel.In this first episode, Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Ray (@blended_math) talk about the ways that teaching has changed in the past few years and how teaching in a more relevant manner can reach more students. Denis shares a relevant teaching moment from the wildfires in California and the hosts discuss different ways t…

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