Teaching Tales w/ Brent Coley

Teaching Tales w/ Brent Coley


Latest Episodes

E117: Contagious Joy
February 22, 2024

Ever encountered someone who just exudes joy, who brightens your day when you’re in his or her presence? What if we were able to be that kind of person for those around us? In this episode, Brent shares a recent experience and how it can remind us that ev

E116: Find Your Pollo
September 24, 2023

In this episode, Brent shares a personal story to remind us that not only is it important to take care of ourselves so we can better serve others, but that self care can look different for each of us. As silly as it sounds, it might even take the form of

E115: The Best Parts of Being a Teacher
September 14, 2023

This episode will put a smile on your face as six amazing educators share heartwarming stories that remind us not to focus on the challenges of the job, but rather on the best parts of being a teacher. 

E114: The Value in Looking Back
May 03, 2023

At some point in your life, you may have received the following advice Never look back! While we definitely dont want to live in the past, in this episode, Brent uses a personal story to make the case that looking back isnt just okay, its necessary

E113: Tisha Richmond & Finding Joy in What We Do
April 04, 2023

Tisha is an innovative district Student Engagement & Professional Development Specialist, international speaker, Canva Learning Consultant, and Canva Education Creator from Southern Oregon. Previously, she served as a district Tech Integration Special

E112: Not Taking Ourselves Too Seriously
March 25, 2023

Being a classroom or school leader is a serious job. A very serious job. Please dont let the title of this episode lead you to believe otherwise. But in this broadcast, Brent reminds listeners that we should never let the mundane-yet-important tasks keep

E111: Allyson Apsey & Leading the Whole Teacher (and Student)
March 14, 2023

Allyson has been an educator for 24 years, an award-winning school leader for 19 of those years. She is passionate about students and staff and leads others through their strengths. Allyson is also the author of multiple books, most recently publishing Le

E110: Ashley Yazarlou & How Technology Can Increase Engagement and Transform Our Classrooms
February 19, 2023

Ashley has been in the field of education for 17 years. She began her career teaching middle school in Florida and then Long Beach, California, and she is currently an Instructional Technology Specialist in Southern California. She is also the host of the

E109: Kevin Roughton & Teaching With Magic…Disney Magic That Is!
February 12, 2023

Kevin has been an award-winning teacher in Southern California for over 20 years, currently teaching classes in history and economics at the high school level. Having a strong desire to share with other educators, Kevin shares a multitude of lessons and d

E108: What Leaders Can Learn From Poo-Pourri
February 05, 2023

Yes, you read the title correctly. This episode references the popular toilet spray that helps eliminate odors in the bathroom. And, just how does this relate to education? you ask. Well, in this episode, Brent shares a powerful reminder that while part