Ray Talks Live
A modern discussion on educating today's youth straight from an urban high school teacher. This podcast also discusses other topics such as Sports, History/Politics, Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, Marriage, and Family. So be sure to hit that subscribe button to get notifications when new episodes drop.
Podcasting since 2020 • 88 episodes
Ray Talks Live
Latest Episodes
The Case for Being a "Selfish" Teacher: Why Your Self-Care Isn't Negotiable
We are taught to monitor every student’s mental health, but who is monitoring ours?In this raw and necessary episode of Ray Talks Live, we’re tackling the "S-word" in education: Selfishness. As a veteran teacher wi...
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Season 5
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Episode 17
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14:44
The "Househusband" Chronicles: My Solo Spring Break Survival Guide
What do you do when your Spring Break starts the moment your family’s ends? You become the ultimate "Househusband."In this episode of Ray Talks Live, I’m checking in after a very unique Spring Break. While my wife and thr...
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Season 5
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Episode 16
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7:33
When Districts Don’t Coordinate, Families Pay the Price
Spring Break is supposed to be the "light at the end of the tunnel"—so why does it feel like a logistical trap this year?In this episode of Ray Talks Live, we’re tackling the frustration of the "Mismatched Break." For tho...
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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5:19
Before the Pink Slip: Where Were the Admins, Coaches, and Veterans?
When a teacher is fired, we often ask "What did they do wrong?" but we rarely ask "Who failed to help them do it right?"In this deep-dive episode of Ray Talks Live, we’re tackling the uncomfortable reality of teacher term...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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13:13
The Clipboard Crisis: Do Observations Actually Help Teachers?
Does your heart drop when you see an administrator walk in with a clipboard, or do you see it as a chance to grow?In this episode of Ray Talks Live, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most stressful rituals in edu...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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17:31
