Best Kyle Pearce Podcasts (2024)

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How To Answer The Most Fundamental Question In Math Education 21:15

1d ago21:15

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What is the most fundamental question in math education right now? Can you guess? In this episode we make a bold claim about the fundamental question that needs answering in math education. We’ll share insights into how to be intentional in your math classroom so you can effectively plan, deliver, assess, and learn the standards for your current gr…

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RRSP Investment Options and Alternatives For Business Owners [Secret Sauce Ep6] 18:42

1h ago18:42

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Are you an incorporated business owner struggling to determine the best retirement investment vehicle for the profits you retain in your corporation each year while minimizing the overall tax burden? Incorporated business owners often face the challenge of effectively managing retained earnings while planning for retirement. Traditional strategies …

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Jailbreak Your Retained Earnings and Minimize Expenses Related to Income Tax & Capital Gains Inclusion Rate Hikes 26:32

4h ago26:32

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Are your retained earnings trapped inside your corporate structure? Wondering how you can jailbreak your retained earnings without gifting 50% of your net operating income to the Canadian Revenue Agency? In this episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets podcast, we delve into the intricate world of corporate tax planning strategies and how savvy busin…

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#12 – James Pearce: Tinybase 1:12:22

39m ago1:12:22

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The guest of this episode is James Pearce, the author of Tinybase, a reactive data store library for local-first apps. This conversation will explore how Tinybase works including its custom query system, the various persistence and syncing integrations as well as James’ plans for the future. Mentioned in podcast James Pearce: x.com/jamespearce + sc…

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International Math Classes: How Does Your Math Class Compare? - An Interview with Amy Bride 35:51

7d ago35:51

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Have you ever wondered how math education varies across the globe and what best practices you may have been missing out on when you are teaching math? In this episode Kyle and Jon dive into a fascinating conversation with Amy Bride, who shares her research and observations from her year-long sabbatical exploring what teaching and learning math look…

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Is Your Old Whole Life Insurance Policy Still Worth It? [Secret Sauce Ep5] 10:46

4h ago10:46

10:46

Is your old whole life insurance policy still worth keeping for borrowing to buy assets, for infinite banking, retirement income or is it time to cancel? In this Secret Sauce episode of Canadian Wealth Secrets, we dive into a common challenge faced by many permanent insurance policyholders: understanding the true value and potential of older, low-c…

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Passive Income Investing Through Real Estate: Are You Building a Real Estate Investment Portfolio or Real Estate Business? 33:22

12d ago33:22

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When you started turning your attention towards real estate as your passive income investing path, were you thinking that it wouldn't be much work? If you did, you're wrong. Unless you are a joint venture money partner, investor in a fund or REIT, you're actually building a business rather than a passive income investment portfolio and that may or …

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Effective Tier 2 Support: Is This What It Should Look Like In Math Class? - A Math Mentoring Moment 49:05

14d ago49:05

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What does the next level of support look like in our classrooms? What should it look like to support our students? This episode dives deep into the world of a dedicated math interventionist who integrates specialized strategies to make math accessible and engaging for all students, especially those facing barriers like dyslexia and economic disadva…

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Volume Negates Luck: Hot Take On Alex Hormozi’s Favourite Business Phrase [Secret Sauce Ep4] 9:21

1d ago9:21

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Ever heard the phrase “Volume Negates Luck”? Today, we dig into Alex Hormozi’s phrase describing how consistent, repetitive actions in business and wealth-building can create opportunities that seem like luck but are actually the result of deliberate effort. This concept can directly impact anyone striving to increase their financial success, as it…

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From $1,000 to $10 Million: A Canadian Real Estate Journey From 60-Hour Work Weeks to True Time Freedom 39:34

21d ago39:34

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Imagine moving to a country with only $1,000 in your pocket and a dream of improving your way of life only to realize that your dream meant grinding over 60 hours per week for “success.” In today’s episode, we’ll be interviewing Luis Limgenco as he shares his journey as an immigrant whose hard work and dedication led him to what many would consider…

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Are Your Priorities Backwards In Your Math Classroom or Across Your District? 22:02

5d ago22:02

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It’s likely that you as a math teacher or even your K-12 district may have been focusing on the wrong things when striving for improvement in mathematics. In this episode, Jon and Kyle dive into a common challenge many educators face: the misalignment of priorities in the math classroom. They discuss how shifting the focus from specific resources t…

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Are Your Investment Priorities Out of Whack? Time for an Adjustment? [Secret Sauce Ep3] 7:41

8d ago7:41

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Your priorities may be out of whack and you’re focusing on the wrong things. Discover how a simple shift in mindset could transform your approach to business, personal, and financial success and happiness here in Canada. Many of us find ourselves living to work rather than working to live. This common problem can lead to burnout, stress, and a lack…

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The Smith Maneuver in a High-Rate Era: Maximizing Canadian Income Tax Deductions 1:05:44

10d ago1:05:44

1:05:44

Have you ever wondered how you can leverage high-interest rates to your advantage when borrowing to invest? In today's uncertain economic climate, many Canadians are hesitant to borrow for investments due to rising interest rates. The common perception is that high rates automatically diminish the feasibility of strategies like the Smith Maneuver, …

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#11 – Adam Wiggins: Local-first Conf 2024 1:02:26

14d ago1:02:26

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The guest of this episode is Adam Wiggins, who is the founder of Heroku and one of the co-authors of the local-first essay by Ink & Switch. As Adam is also a co-organizer of the first local-first conference, this conversation will reflect on the event, share our learnings and discuss a couple of key topics such as a new definition of local-first so…

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How to Use Portfolios in a Math Classroom: Is It Worth It? - A Math Mentoring Moment 44:29

28d ago44:29

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In this episode of the Make Math Moments That Matter Podcast, we dive deep into the transformative journey of Seth Boschen as he embarks on a new role leading a team of teachers in his math department. Faced with the challenge of implementing standards-based grading and integrating portfolios into his classes, Seth shares his insights and experienc…

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Finding The Best Rate of Return May Be Holding You Back To Creating Wealth [Secret Sauce Ep2] 9:36

15d ago9:36

9:36

Finding The Best Rate of Return May Be Holding You Back To Creating Wealth Have you ever wondered if your obsession with finding the perfect investment strategy might actually be holding you back from achieving your financial goals? In this episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets Podcast, we dive into a common dilemma many Canadian investors face: t…

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Should Canadians Invest In the US? The Pros and Cons of Investing in the United States Economy 37:12

17d ago37:12

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Not sure where you stand when it comes to where to park your investment dollars moving forward in 2024 and beyond? With the most recent 2024 Canadian Federal Budget released recently with even more punitive tax implications for investors, it seems that many Canadian investors are talking about looking South of the border to begin investing in real …

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Side Step The Scope & Sequence? Problem Based Teaching & Your Curriculum Resources 21:04

19d ago21:04

21:04

Are you leveraging your curriculum resources for mathematics to their fullest potential in the classroom? In today's fast-paced educational environment, teachers of math often find themselves overwhelmed with a plethora of curriculum resources, each promising to enhance student learning. However, without a deep understanding of the author's intent …

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Are You On the Right Path for Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE)? [Secret Sauce Ep1] 12:20

26d ago12:20

12:20

Are you truly prepared for financial independence, or could the FIRE movement be leading you astray? In this “Canadian Wealth Secret Sauce” episode of the podcast, we dive into the weeds of the FIRE movement (Financial Independence, Retire Early) and question the practicality of living “financially free” while in the lowest Canadian tax bracket. If…

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Unlocking Income Tax Secrets: Transforming Equipment Purchases Into Tax Deductions and Tax-Free Income 48:56

24d ago48:56

48:56

Ever wondered if there's a smarter way to arrange ownership of the equipment necessary for your incorporated business to operate while creating additional tax advantages for your corporation and yourself, personally? Well, there is! In this episode, Frank McGillicuddy will be sharing some Canadian Wealth Secret Sauce as we unpack a creative and com…

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Math-ish: An Interview with Dr. Jo Boaler 56:44

1M ago56:44

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Dr. Jo Boaler is here to discuss her new book "Math-ish," where she introduces findings that advocate for viewing mathematics through a real-world lens, termed “math-ish.” This approach reshapes our perceptions of math, data, and personal capabilities. Recognizing the significance of diversity in individuals and varied learning strategies allows ev…

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#10 – Matt Wonlaw: cr-sqlite, syncing strategies and incremental view maintenance 1:03:36

1M ago1:03:36

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The guest of this episode is Matt Wonlaw, a prolific local-first tool builder who’s behind projects such as Vlcn, cr-sqlite and Materialite. Most recently Matt also joined Rocicorp to work on their new product. This conversation will go deep on his projects covering CRDTs, SQLite and incremental view maintenance. Mentioned in podcast Matt Wonlaw: x…

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Your Net Worth Really Isn’t Your Real Net Worth: How to Create a Wealth Management Strategy and Estate Plan That Works 33:34

2M ago33:34

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Do you have a blurred understanding of what your true net worth or net wealth really is? After digging into articles and resources across the web, it is clear that many Canadians have a misguided or incomplete understanding of what their true net worth or net wealth really is. If you’ve been following the basic formula of assets minus liabilities t…

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How To Build Teaching Confidence: An Interview with Lori Martin 43:14

2M ago43:14

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Are you ready to transform your math classroom by shifting the focus from grades to genuine learning? In today's educational landscape, many teachers struggle with moving away from a grade-centric approach to fostering a deeper understanding and love for mathematics in their students. In this episode we speak with high school math teacher Lori Mart…

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Retirement Plan Reimagined: Canadian Strategies for Maximizing Your Golden Years 43:07

1M ago43:07

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32% of Canadians are approaching retirement with no savings. Is your retirement strategy safeguarded for the future? Will your investment portfolio hold up? Could you aim for higher rewards while minimizing risk? As more Canadians face the uncertainty of retirement without traditional defined benefit pension plans, understanding your options is cru…

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Rethinking Math: Conrad Wolfram on Revolutionizing Education for the Digital Age 57:37

2M ago57:37

57:37

Ever wondered why traditional math education might be holding back our true potential to understand and use mathematics effectively? Conrad Wolfram, strategic director of Wolfram Research and a prominent advocate for transforming math education, joins Jon and Kyle in this episode to explore revolutionary approaches to teaching math. With a fascinat…

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We are born to love math w/ Dan Finkel 42:44

2M ago42:44

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Dan Finkel is an author/educator who believes that humans are wired to be curious from birth, and that play is the secret to maintaining that joy of learning throughout childhood. On today’s season 6 finale, he and Vanessa discuss how teaching kids about math can be so much more fun than we think; it can mean playing board games, counting on their …

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From Business Burnout to True Traction: An Entrepreneurial Roadmap for Scaling Your Greatest Investment 42:44

2M ago42:44

42:44

Do you ever feel like your passion for entrepreneurship is leading you down a path of burnout? In this episode, we take a trip into Ian Murray's journey from young Canadian entrepreneur to successful, burned out business owner and the steps he took to help overcome this challenge. His experiences navigating long hours, health crises, and the import…

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How To Coach Math Teachers Through Questioning: A Math Mentoring Moment 55:51

2M ago55:51

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As a math coach, how do you get teachers to open up to you so you can best serve them? What purposeful questions can you put in your “back pocket” to keep the coaching alive instead of just turning the session into “show and tell” ? Listen in to this episode as we chat with first year math coach Connor Wagner from Pittsburg. Connor has had great su…

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Grit is your superpower w/ Dr. India White 41:05

2M ago41:05

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Dr. India White learned grit and resilience the hard way: facing down obstacles throughout her life and deciding she wouldn’t back down. Now she coaches teachers and students on developing their own gritty superpowers, and she joins Vanessa today for wide-ranging and inspiring conversation. They discuss her journey from a homeless shelter to a coll…

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Crossing the Corporate Veil: Tax Planning For Canadian Business Owners 44:20

2M ago44:20

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Are you tired of the salary vs. dividends debate for Canadian incorporated business owners? In today’s episode, we’ll dig deeper into the land of personal and corporate tax minimization strategies to uncover some Canadian Wealth Secrets to tax-free or tax-optimized income from your corporation. As incorporated entrepreneurs and investors, we are ti…

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#9 – Dax Raad: Local-First SaaS 1:02:55

2M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

The guest of this episode is Dax Raad, who is using local-first in multiple projects including the serverless deployment tool SST.dev, a healthcare app and an upcoming personal finance app. This conversation will explore how local-first simplifies app development, the UX and data patterns he used on and how self-hosting could empower local-first ap…

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Unintended Consequences in Math Assessments in K-12 Classrooms: Balancing Fairness & Growth 35:18

2M ago35:18

35:18

Do we know what we are really measuring in our math assessments? What unintended thoughts are we conveying to our students when we pass the test back? How can we as parents and math professionals navigate complex relationships between teacher, parent, and student? This episode delves into the complex dynamics of math assessment, addressing a univer…

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How to change someone's mind w/ Chris Luzniak 38:48

2M ago38:48

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What if the secret to winning a debate was actually listening to your opponent? What if you could build confidence and overcome anxiety through the practice of public speaking? And HOW does someone go from dreams of Broadway fame to teaching debate in math class?! Find out today as Vanessa chats with math educator/coach Chris Luzniak, host of The D…

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The Truth About “Infinite Banking” or “Bank On Yourself”: Is It Too Good To Be True? 37:38

2M ago37:38

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Have you heard about the financial strategy known as The Infinite Banking Concept and wonder whether it is too good to be true or whether it is a good fit for you? While we are huge advocates for utilizing participating whole life insurance in a similar fashion to some of those shared by “Authorized Infinite Banking Practitioners,” there are many m…

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Transforming A Math Program: The Journey of Two Dedicated Math Coordinators 40:22

3M ago40:22

40:22

Can you see the light at the end of the tunnel? Can you feel the change that is happening in your district’s math program? Are you on the right pathway to improve math instruction and ultimately student success in your school or school district? These are all questions our guests, Michael Scott and Morgan Siler have asked themselves (and us) on the…

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Math doesn't cause trauma, people do w/ Sean Nank 39:04

2M ago39:04

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When Vanessa saw today’s guest deliver a deeply personal talk at a recent math conference, she was left with more questions than answers; all she knew for certain was she had to get him on the podcast. Sean Nank is a math educator who believes that the power of our students' stories is the most valuable tool we can harness in our math classrooms, a…

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The Accountant Entrepreneurs and Business Owners Have Been Searching For: An Interview with Bob Gauvreau 50:49

2M ago50:49

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Ever wonder how one Canadian CPA firm could manage to disrupt the accounting and income tax preparation industry while you’ve been working with what feels like a glorified bookkeeper? Join us as we dive deep into the journey of Bob Gauvreau, CEO of Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory to learn how his firm has quickly evolved into the largest one-o…

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The Secrets of Engagement Through Timing - A Math Mentoring Moment 50:05

3M ago50:05

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Are you ready to transform your math classroom into a hub of student engagement and participation? If you're a math teacher or educator striving to maintain sustained student engagement and lead effective, captivating lessons, this episode is crafted for you. We caught up with 2-time mentoring moment guest Jeremy Sarzana, a high school teacher in B…

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#8 – Pirijan Ketheswaran: Kinopio, Canvas-based tools, being a solo developer 56:42

2M ago56:42

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The guest of this episode is Pirijan Ketheswaran, the creator of the Kinopio, a playful, canvas-based tool for thought. He is also the co-creator of the online IDE Glitch. This conversation will go trough his journey as a creative including his time at Fog Creek and later building Kinopio as a solo developer. Mentioned in podcast Pirijan Ketheswara…

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Turns out some folks hate math w/ Jon Orr & Kyle Pearce 40:37

2M ago40:37

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Today’s another one for the teachers, featuring Jon Orr & Kyle Pearce of the Make Math Moments empire - they have a podcast, a framework, workshops & courses & virtual summits galore, and who knows probably even a cooking show at this point?! They join Vanessa today to discuss the SHOCKING realization early in their career that not all students wou…

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How to Grow Your Net Worth While Strengthening Your Financial Foundation 35:43

2M ago35:43

35:43

Are you confident that your financial foundation is solid enough to weather any market storms that your risk-on assets might endure, or do you feel like a black swan event leaves you feeling uncertain of your financial future? In the volatile financial landscape we live in, achieving a balance between growth and stability is important to most, but …

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Guided Independence For Math PD: How Much Hand Holding Is Too Much When Providing Support In Math Classes? 34:25

3M ago34:25

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Are you struggling to find the perfect balance between knowing what is enough guidance and structure you need to effectively teach your grade level or course? If you’re a district leader of math programming and struggling to figure out this same balance? How much is too much hand-holding? For math educators, coaches, and administrators, the challen…

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Teachers have trauma too w/ Brittany Hege 36:38

3M ago36:38

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We’re often talking about trauma from the student perspective: how it happens in the classroom, and how it follows them into adulthood. But one group is often overlooked in this discussion - teachers! Today Vanessa chats with educator Brittany Hege about the challenges teachers often face in keeping up with changing pedagogies, while already being …

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How to Get a Free Lottery Ticket & Financial Security Blanket: A Deep Dive Into Critical Illness Insurance 53:19

3M ago53:19

53:19

Imagine you were able to pay each month for a lottery ticket that would pay out a large sum of money to support you financially in the event that you became critically ill over the next 15, 25, or even 50 years and if you are lucky enough to never need that large sum of money, you get all of your money back? While there are many rabbit holes to div…

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Teach Your Math Class Using Puzzles & Games - An Interview with Gordon Hamilton from Math Pickle 48:52

3M ago48:52

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How can we engage our students for the entire class with grade level content? Puzzles aligned to grade level standards is one answer. In this episode we speak with Gordon Hamilton from Mathpickle.com who designs mathematical puzzles for K-12 classrooms. Stick with us and you’ll learn How to use puzzles to teach grade level standards, how to challen…

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More clickbait in the classroom! w/ Howie Hua 26:52

3M ago26:52

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Of the truly infinite things Vanessa likes to rant about, few top the list like math’s marketing problem - which is why she was elated to chat with social media mathstar Howie Hua! Today Howie shares how his own experiences with math anxiety sucked the joy out of math when he was a student, and how he started to bring it back for both himself and h…

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Overcoming Your Entrepreneurial Impostor Syndrome, Self-Doubt and Negative Thinking 51:34

3M ago51:34

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What if I was to tell you that all of the stress we feel in our lives is caused by our inner saboteur voices and our own negative thinking? What if I also told you that our own intentionally trained positive mindset actually cultivates our sense of peace, satisfaction, ease and flow? While many of us know that our own mind can have a massive impact…

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Help! My Curriculum Resource Is Being Pulled Away. What Do I Do Now? - A Where Are They Now Math Mentoring Moment 53:41

4M ago53:41

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It can feel frustrating and overwhelming and you’ll feel like you’re forced to “go back to the drawing board” when your curriculum resource is pulled away from you. What do we consider when trying to select a new curriculum resource? Are we supposed to create our own resources from scratch? As educators, we are constantly facing the challenge of ad…

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The spiritual side of math w/ Francis Su 37:49

3M ago37:49

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When you picture a mathematician, what comes to mind? Now … what about a “mathematical explorer”? Well, that’s what Francis Su calls himself, and when Vanessa picked up his book Mathematics for Human Flourishing, she couldn’t put it down. On today's episode they explore how mathematical discovery can unleash the wonder and curiosity innate within u…

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