Teacher Appreciation, Lies, and the Gimmicks that Got Them Fired
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05/16/23 • 44 min
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Devin Siebold and James Yon are back again, this time to tackle everything from school safety to pronouns, all while shedding light on the need for genuine teacher appreciation.
We kick off the podcast with a serious discussion about school safety, sparked by a story about a concerned New York educator. Devin shares his personal experiences with the ever-evolving landscape of school safety, and the immense responsibility teachers bear for their students.
From there, we dive into a flurry of headline-grabbing teacher stories from around the globe in Teachers in the News. We discuss a UK teacher's dismissal over misused pronouns, a missing student mysteriously harbored by their teacher for over two years, and the questionable curriculum and lunch menu at Kanye West’s Donda Academy.
But it's not all scandals and shockers! We also highlight a teacher's innovative fundraising through recycling for a Tanzanian school and the tale of a kindergarten teacher whose influence inspired a student to become an incredibly talented painter.
As the show winds down, we take a moment to reflect on our own inspirational teachers and the profound impact they had on our lives. With James reeling off a heartfelt list of thank-yous and a special shout-out to Mr. Connors, this episode becomes a celebration of teachers everywhere.
So buckle up for a rollercoaster of emotions in this episode of the Crying In My Car podcast. You'll laugh, you'll gasp, and most importantly, you'll appreciate teachers a little more by the end. Don't miss it!
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Follow James at http://JamesYon.com https://tiktok.com/@jamesyoncomedy http://instagram.com/jamesyoncomedian
Devin Siebold and James Yon are back again, this time to tackle everything from school safety to pronouns, all while shedding light on the need for genuine teacher appreciation.
We kick off the podcast with a serious discussion about school safety, sparked by a story about a concerned New York educator. Devin shares his personal experiences with the ever-evolving landscape of school safety, and the immense responsibility teachers bear for their students.
From there, we dive into a flurry of headline-grabbing teacher stories from around the globe in Teachers in the News. We discuss a UK teacher's dismissal over misused pronouns, a missing student mysteriously harbored by their teacher for over two years, and the questionable curriculum and lunch menu at Kanye West’s Donda Academy.
But it's not all scandals and shockers! We also highlight a teacher's innovative fundraising through recycling for a Tanzanian school and the tale of a kindergarten teacher whose influence inspired a student to become an incredibly talented painter.
As the show winds down, we take a moment to reflect on our own inspirational teachers and the profound impact they had on our lives. With James reeling off a heartfelt list of thank-yous and a special shout-out to Mr. Connors, this episode becomes a celebration of teachers everywhere.
So buckle up for a rollercoaster of emotions in this episode of the Crying In My Car podcast. You'll laugh, you'll gasp, and most importantly, you'll appreciate teachers a little more by the end. Don't miss it!
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Follow Devin at http://DevinComedy.com https://tiktok.com/@devincomedy http://twitter.com/devinsiebold http://instagram.com/devinsiebold
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Follow James at http://JamesYon.com https://tiktok.com/@jamesyoncomedy http://instagram.com/jamesyoncomedian
Previous Episode
What's the Deal with Teachers Taking Our Phones?
Crying In My Car is back this week to tackle the burning question: are school days too long? While some argue for an 8-hour day type of day, Devin and James think we're focusing too much on academics and neglecting social and life skills. Bring back the trades and teach kids how to interact with others, PLEASE!
In this week's "Teachers in the News" segment, we cover a stress relief questionnaire addressing burnout and anxiety among teachers and students, a substitute teacher who confiscated a student's cellphone only to face a physical altercation (with no disciplinary action taken!), and a Florida teacher showing a video celebrating Confederate History Month (classic Florida).
On top of all that, Devin has discovered a Reddit thread of all the funniest things students have said and done in class that teachers couldn't laugh in the moment – but trust us, they're all completely hilarious!
Finally, Devin shares a wild story about spoiling his kids, which ends in an outrageous birthday gift request. And to wrap things up, we dive into our most hilarious stories about watching movies with graphic content in school.
Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of comedy, controversy, and life lessons in this unforgettable episode of Crying In My Car, a podcast for teachers!
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Follow Devin at http://DevinComedy.com https://tiktok.com/@devincomedy http://twitter.com/devinsiebold http://instagram.com/devinsiebold
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Follow James at http://JamesYon.com
Next Episode
The Ten Commandments of Teaching with Dr. Keri Whaley
Devin Siebold and James Yon welcome the multifaceted powerhouse Dr. Keri Whaley to the latest episode of the Crying In My Car podcast! Keri, a college professor, comedian, and writer with a knack for media, entertainment, and film, comes armed with tales that could only emerge from the chaotic convergence of comedy and academia.
Find out how a screenplay born from a joke has landed Keri a spot in the Rhino Comedy Shorts Film Festival in New York. She dives into the age-old teacher mantra, "If you give a student an inch, they'll take a mile," and how it, unfortunately, has driven many an educator to consider a cocktail (or two).
Keri gives us her candid and hilarious insight into the transition from teaching high school to navigating the more 'mature' minds of college kids. Spoiler alert: the importance of maintaining a hardass attitude with college students is paramount! She also dishes on the nuances of being close in age to her students and also the (sometimes) glorious differences in schedule.
Our 'Teachers in the News' segment covers the feel-good tale of a Florida teacher crowned the “chalkboard champion,” and the unflagging determination of a 91-year-old teacher who flat-out refuses to retire after 63 years. But not all news is good news, as we find out about the transphobic vandalism of a parent's truck and the curious bill passed in Texas mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in every classroom.
To counter this rather perplexing law, Devin shares his own hysterical rendition of the Ten Commandments – but designed exclusively for teachers! You'll be wiping away tears of laughter before he gets to Commandment Three. Promise.
Tune in and buckle up for a belly laugh-filled ride through the rollercoaster that is the life of a teacher!
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Follow Devin at http://DevinComedy.com https://tiktok.com/@devincomedy http://twitter.com/devinsiebold http://instagram.com/devinsiebold
Follow James at http://JamesYon.com https://tiktok.com/@jamesyoncomedy http://instagram.com/jamesyoncomedian
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