The Educator Podcast
A deep-dive podcast featuring three unique series - Walking History, How To and Perspectives in Education. Each episode pulls back the curtain on a unique topic, from the most famous Civil War battles to the hidden world of professional comedians. The Educator Podcast is presented by Matt Douglas, a longtime educator, former history teacher and life coach for teens and young adults. For more information visit www.TheEducatorPodcast.com, and to learn more about Matt Douglas and his work visit www.lifecoachingsd.com or lifecoachingsd on Instagram.
Episodes
23 episodes
Check out the NEW Walking History Podcast!
I've been away for a bit, but I'm back(ish)! Join in on the new podcast, Walking History, a fun, lighthearted offshoot of the Walking History series from The Educator Podcast. We'll tackle all kinds of interesting historical topics, locations a...
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How To: Travel The World And Get Great Deals with Thrifty Traveler CEO Jared Kamrowski
Join Jared Kamrowski, the founder of Thrifty Traveler, and learn how to get all kinds of great flight deals and cheap travel tips. Jared shares all kinds of great travel knowledge, including how to use and get the most out of credit card and ai...
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Walking History: The Battle of Gettysburg (The Full Version)
Learn the FULL story of The Battle of Gettysburg, the deadliest and most famous battle of the American Civil War, and what it's like to visit the battlefield today. Hear why Robert E. Lee invaded the North, the course of events over...
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Walking History: The Battle of Gettysburg (The Quick Version)
Learn about The Battle of Gettysburg, the deadliest and most famous battle of the American Civil War, and what it's like to visit the battlefield today. Hear why Robert E. Lee invaded the North, the course of events over the brutal,...
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Perspectives: From Learning Disabilities to Engineering NASA's Artemis Space Station with Joe Ott
Join Joe Ott, who as a student suffered from multiple learning disabilities causing him to nearly fail out of school, a story all-too-common for American students. But Joe persevered and has found remarkable success, and is now a lead engineer ...
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Walking History: Leesburg, VA with Loudoun Museum Executive Director Joe Rizzo
In this very special episode we are joined by the Executive Director of Loudoun Museum, Joe Rizzo, for an in-depth discussion of the history of Leesburg, Virginia, a town almost 300 years old, and all the important events that took place here. ...
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How To: Make It To Broadway with Andrew Pirozzi
Join Broadway dancer, actor and all-around entertainer Andrew Pirozzi in a deeply illuminating and heartfelt discussion of just what it takes to follow your wildest dreams and make them a reality, and how those with dedication and passion can f...
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Walking History: The Battle of Yorktown
In honor of Independence Day we visit the Battle of Yorktown, the final and most important battle of the Revolutionary War which resulted in American independence from Great Britain. This episode does a deep dive into the battle, discussing its...
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Perspectives: WIT Founder and President Sarah Hernholm
In today’s episode I interview Sarah Hernholm, the Founder and President of WIT – Whatever It Takes, a 3 time TEDx speaker, and Forbes and Today Show community contributor who has made a lasting impact on the world of education, for what turns ...
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Walking History: Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" Speech
Dive into the history and words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic “I Have A Dream” speech, which he gave on August 28, 1963 in front of a crowd of 250,000 people at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC during the March on Washington for ...
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Perspectives: Stories From My Life In Education - Prom From Hell (mini episode)
Ever wonder what it’s like to chaperone Prom? How about a Prom from hell? In this episode of The Educator Podcast: Perspectives I tell the story of a Prom gone horribly wrong. It involves an explosion, a highway, and some very stressed-out chap...
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How To: Become A Comedian with Adam Mamawala
Professional comedian Adam Mamawala takes us on a wild ride in this extended interview as he discusses his unique and remarkable life and breaks down what it takes to make it as a comedian today. He details his rise through the comedy world and...
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Walking History: The National Mall in Washington, DC
In this episode of Walking History we visit and discuss the detailed history of the National Mall in Washington, DC, one of the most iconic and historic spaces in America. The National Mall was first conceived by President Ge...
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Walking History: The Battle of Antietam (Sharpsburg)
In this episode of Walking History we discuss The Battle of Antietam, also known as The Battle of Sharpsburg, one of the most consequential battles of the American Civil War and the single bloodiest day in American history. We also take a look ...
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Perspectives: Teachers' Unions and High School Health and PE with Josh McGoun
In this deep and at times shocking episode of The Educator Podcast: Perspectives, I interview Union Representative and veteran high school Health and PE teacher Josh McGoun. We dive in and discuss the inexcusable disrespect the teaching profess...
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Perspectives: Stories From My Life In Education, Part 2 (mini episode)
In this episode of The Educator Podcast: Perspectives I share two of the most shocking and borderline scary stories of my educational career from my time as a naïve 21 year old from the suburbs of New Jersey student-teaching in an inner-...
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Walking History: John Brown's Raid on Harpers Ferry
In this episode of Walking History we talk about John Brown’s Raid on Harpers Ferry, one of the most unique and bewildering events in American history, and one of the main catalysts for the Civil War which would start just a year and a half lat...
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How To: Surf with Eivind Lea
In this episode of The Educator Podcast: How To, I interview longtime surfer and former surf instructor Eivind Lea, where we teach beginning surfers how to stand up and catch their first wave using a simple, 4-step process and make sure you hav...
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Perspectives: Stories From My Life In Education, Part 1 (mini episode)
Every so often I’ll share stories from my life in education, the ups, the downs, and all the hilarious and ridiculous stories in between. In this episode of The Educator Podcast: Perspectives I share two of the most absurd stories from m...
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Perspectives: Inner City American High Schools with Teacher Rob Lieberman
In this episode of The Educator Podcast: Perspectives I interview veteran High School teacher Rob Lieberman, who has taught at inner-city Trenton Central High School for the past 7 years. In this honest, raw and unfiltered interview we l...
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Walking History: The First Battle of Bull Run
In this episode of Walking History we talk about the First Battle of Bull Run, also known as the First Battle of Manassas. The battle took place on July 21, 1861 near Manassas, Virginia, and was the first major battle of the Civil ...
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How To: Make A Living As A Professional Musician with Francis Roberts
In this Episode of the Educator Podcast: How To, I interview longtime professional musician Francis Roberts, where we discuss the hidden details of the life of a professional musician and how to make a living in today’s music industry.
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