Teacher Tales

Teacher Tales

An inspirational look at the art of teaching. Funny stories shared by professionals although you may not be able to tell at first listen.

Episodes

December 3, 2024 107 mins
Josh Bryant: From Elementary School Shenanigans to Inspiring Future Musicians”
“Join us for a delightfully funny and emotional episode with Josh Bryant, orchestra director at Organ Mountain High School in New Mexico. Josh shares hilarious stories from his elementary school days and reflects on his journey to becoming a passionate advocate for his students. This heartfelt conversation is filled with laughter, inspiration, a...
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“Meet Todd Tipler, a veteran math teacher with 14 years of experience and a passion for traditional math methods. A West Morgan High School alum, Todd now inspires students in Tennessee with his commitment to the fundamentals of math. If you’re a fan of old-school teaching or want a glimpse into the life of a seasoned educator, this episode offers an honest look at a dedicated teacher’s journey.”
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Teacher Tales Podcast: Episode 11 - Life as a Special Education Teacher with Hannah Draper

In this episode, we sit down with special education teacher Hannah Draper, who shares her experiences, challenges, and unforgettable moments from her career. From managing individualized education plans (IEPs) to the highs and lows of virtual learning, Hannah’s stories capture the unique aspects of her role and the importance of...
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November 7, 2024 68 mins
In this episode of Teacher Tales, I sit down with Paul Wilson, former coach at Danville and Clements High Schools and an unforgettable storyteller. Coach Wilson brings his unique humor and perspective, recounting the time he “borrowed” his brother’s car for a low-speed adventure gone wrong and his early days at Calhoun Community College, where he walked out of a lab class in classic Paul fashion. Despite the bumps along the wa...
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October 21, 2024 49 mins
🎙️ In this episode of Teacher Tales, I sit down with Greg Hicks, a former administrator from Huntsville City Schools. Greg takes us down memory lane and even gets me to share a hilarious story from my past—when I channeled my inner holiness preacher and gave an unforgettable sermon about the Devil! 😇😈


Join us for a fun and insightful conversation as we dive into the highs, lows, and laughter of life in educati...
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October 17, 2024 18 mins
Teacher Tales Podcast | Episode: Bruce Sparkman, Retired Principal | Hilarious Key Pranks!


In this episode of Teacher Tales, we sit down with Bruce Sparkman, a retired principal from West Morgan Middle School. Bruce shares some funny and memorable stories from his years as an educator, including the time his students had a little too much fun freezing his keys in water when he’d leave them laying around! 🎯😂
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October 9, 2024 38 mins
Teacher Tales Podcast - Brandi Ashby: Stories from the Classroom and Beyond 🎙️


Join us for an engaging episode of Teacher Tales as we sit down with Brandi Ashby, a veteran teacher from West Morgan High School. Brandi shares her fascinating experiences, including an unforgettable trip to Baltimore and the creativity of her students who dressed up in homemade costumes. With years of experience, Brandi’s stories p...
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September 21, 2024 28 mins
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September 13, 2024 20 mins
In this episode of Teacher Tales, we sit down with Labeth Bryant, a passionate reading intervention teacher at West Morgan Elementary, where she’s been shaping young readers for nearly 30 years. Labeth shares her inspiring journey in education and some unforgettable classroom moments, including a hilarious story about a student’s prayer request after receiving a new bicycle! Tune in for laughs, inspiration, and insights from a...
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September 8, 2024 26 mins
In this episode I interview Coach Samuel Wallace who is the Varsity Boys Basketball Coach at Danville High School.   He talks about how important it is to keep your emotions in check and connect with students Where they are
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August 31, 2024 26 mins
This week Hunter Cox who teaches middle school history tells his tale about how important it is to bring the energy. 
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August 26, 2024 25 mins
This week I interview Mary Beth Cazola for the podcast.  Mary Beth is a 2nd year teacher at HPS. 
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August 14, 2024 58 mins
Meet Glenn Bryant the host of Teacher Tales and find out about what Teacher Tales is all about. 
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