The Podcast @ ClarksRoom: Recent Episodes
Joseph Clark
The podcast @ ClarksRoom is a short to medium format podcast where I share my thoughts on education, technology, leadership, and life. I also host various guest from the worlds of education and business from time to time.
clarksroom.substack.com
I chatted with my friend and Spanish Teacher Alejo. We talked about learning English, the credentialing process, and how lucky we are as educators in America.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A quick update on what is up and coming for season 5 of ClarksRoom.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A new series on the Podcast on ClarksRoom where we ask educators about their one thought on specific topics in the EDU world.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A chance follow on Twitter led me to chatting with Dr. Joe Clark, (@DrJoeClark Superintendent of Nordonia Schools in Ohio and fellow DJ. We talk about lessons learned in everyday life that are applicable in the Edu-Space.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A fun conversation with DJ and Grooms. We used to work together a few years back, but have since moved to other sites. In our minds we have all the answers.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A new series on the Podcast on ClarksRoom where we ask educators about their one thought on specific topics in the EDU world.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A new series on the Podcast on ClarksRoom where we ask educators about their one thought on specific topics in the EDU world.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A new series on the Podcast on ClarksRoom where we ask educators about their one thought on specific topics in the EDU world.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
I know it is odd times....but educators, it is our turn to be the ones to help!
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A quick thought about how the craziness spills into the educational world.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Bill (@billselak ) and I talk about his many hats, including; K-2 teacher, Director of IT, Musician, Podcaster, Presenter and all around awesome guy!
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Brent (@brentcoley ) and I talk about eating lots of meat together with a group way out of our league, his podcast, and the genesis of his new book.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
How do you know what you do is impacting people in a positive way? Or are you just hoping it does? A short thought on how reflecting can help us move from hoping to knowing.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Talking with Pam Gildersleeve-Hernandez (@pgilders ) for even 2 minutes you understand she is like the Yoda of the EDU-World. She sheds a little light on the misunderstood world of superintendents, what she would change in education and her transition to the CEO of CUE.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
It was a dark rainy day in Chicago, but the conversation was as hot as summer. I had the privilege to sit and chat with Keith Westman (@KeithWestman ) from Otus and meet his team at the Otus Offices in Chicago. It was great conversation about innovation, technology, why talking to a student is better than anything else and how Adam Levine could have been a teacher.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
@sallyhoyt is one of those teachers you follow on Twitter because she looks amazing and hear from others that you would die to have your kid in her class. Well, I was lucky enough to win that lottery. Sally and I talk about what she believes is most important in the EDU-world, Safari Live and Global ReadAloud.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Sometimes it can be hard to reach a goal that seems so far down the road, but when we look at what is possible right next door, it can be a much more doable task.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Eric and I talk for quite a while and I realized he is really really smart. He is the Director of Strategic Initiatives for Otus and the creator of the podcast Modern Measures. Eric is also an amazing follow on Twitter at @NoApp4Pedagogy .
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
It is never a dull conversation when you chat with John Eick especially when it is in your bedroom.
It is like the scene from UHF when the janitor drinks from the firehose, hold on and try to take in what you can.
We talk about podcast & vlogging (which didn't make the cut), rigidity & flexibility in the edu-sphere, learning by doing, & about 100 other things in this longer podcast.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Mike has had amazing experiences during his time contributing to the EDU world. He drops so much knowledge about his career in 20 minutes, buckle up!
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
I sit down with two brand new middle schoolers and listen to what they are excited about, what they are nervous about, their advice to 5th graders and advice for parents of new middle schoolers.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
ClarksRoom has some changes coming to the podcast over the summer
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Sometimes we need to stop over-thinking things and just get into the fight! Thinking before doing is usually a good thing, but sometimes it can lead to paralysis by analysis.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Sometimes we can take lessons from mother nature, sometimes in the form of cute little monkeys. In this episode, I talk about how we are fine with what we have until we look at what someone else has. This is dangerous for our own mental health and for our relationships.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A carcast thought on conferences as I am on my way to Fall Cue.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A quick thought during my drive home on grading and the missing piece of pedagogy.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Something new on ClarksRoom. A podcast series on my drive...A CARcast. A little thought about your 5.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
I jump way up onto a tall soapbox about how we can fail our tweens when it comes to smartphones and social media. This is an extremely important topic we do not talk about much.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
My short thoughts on how to use and not use social media as an educator. Looking to @thebradmontague on Twitter for a great example of what to do.
This is episode 2 of a 3 part series on how to navigate social media as an educator and parent.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Right now it seems so much gets blamed on social media, but Internet Trolls are not new. They have been around for a long long time. This is episode 1 of a 3 part series on how to navigate social media as an educator and parent.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
DJ [@MrLatcham] and I sit down and chat for a little while about year one reflections. He just finished his first year as a VP after transitioning from the classroom. I just finished my first year as a VP at a new site after being a VP at his site for the previous 4 years. We talk about the goods, the bads, lessons learned and advice for other educators transitioning to an admin role.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
In this extended episode, I spend some time chatting with Vernon Renwanz. He is a retired administrator who spent his entire career building up students and staff. Vernon shares his thoughts on what parents should know about the educational system, how to develop new leaders and his one big change of education. He is full of wisdom and this was one of my favorite episodes to date.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
I sat down with Lucas Machado [@1LukeMachado] during an afternoon break in sessions at LEAD 3.0 in San Francisco. We talked about origin stories, being middle-management, the role of Ed Tech and how responsibility is much bigger than technology.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
I sat down with Mr. Marc Welty, the principal of Kaseberg Elementary, during the Lead 3.0 conference for a quick conversation. We talked about the transition from teacher to administrator, being at a Title 1 school and about how we both are huge data nerds. You can find Mark on Twitter at @mcwelty
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
During the Lead 3.0 Conference, I sat down with Brandon Blom [@brandonkblom] and talked about his edujourney, the role of Director of Educational Technology, and what is his thoughts on big ideas in education.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
I sat down with Mr. Field for a few minutes and talked about his journey to the classroom, what it means to teach inquiry-based history and how impactful WEB can be.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A short chat with Mr. Dunn on the importance of school culture and how a single teacher can make an impact. Follow Mr. Dunn on Twitter @mdunnster.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
There is so much going on right now in the world and on school campuses. Shootings, walkouts, bullying, hatred, division to name some of the bad stuff. But simple kindness can cure a lot.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Sometimes we need to slow down for the benefit of long-term gain. A quick a thought on how accelerating academic (Honors, Pre-AP, IB, Advanced) courses in middle school can be a negative thing.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Grading is changing...and it is hard for everyone. A quick thought on the changing trends of grading in our schools
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
In the world of education, data is everywhere, but information is lacking. My thoughts on how administrators can turn move from data rich information poor to information rich.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
It is hard to explain what an innovator is in the world of education, I think the term generous orthodoxy does a good job of doing so.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Schools in American haven't really changed since they were created, doesn't there have to be a better way?
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
When an educator say that "I'm not good with technology", is it just a lame excuse or a cop-out?
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Helping people find their own space and valuing others' space is critical to success.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A quick reflection on how unintended consequences of a chance encounter at National CUE changed me for the better. Thanks to Cate, Jen, and Cinnamon.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
It has been too long since my last episode, but there are excuses. Once past all of the excuses, I talk about equity with parents.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Talking with my older Canadian brother about Innovation Meet Ups, improving as a professional, and sitting on a school board. Find out more information about the Innovators Meet Ups at https://www.instagram.com/innovatorsmeetup/.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
BTSA and leadership training programs have good intentions, but are they truly helpful in growing and training new educators?
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Is comparing the United States and Finland's educational system fruitful? Let's take a look at the details.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
When making decisions for your site, do you truly think about all students or only certain student segments. A great message can be learned from Lemonade Mouth.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
A little Clark is sick and home from school, so like any good parent I made her do a podcast with me. I asked her a few questions about her thoughts on what a great Principal looks like.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Sometimes it is so easy to let darkness consume us. But in all reality, the dark cannot ever consume the light if we just keep looking for the good in situations.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Sometimes we need to understand that we are the expert and just own it.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Many believe innovation and success dependent upon each other, I don't think so. Let's take a quick look at what they both really are and how they are connected.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Finding a mentor is crucial to your development as an educational leader. But becoming a mentor to someone else is how good leaders become great.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Talking with Mr. Latcham to hear his ideas on what teachers need from administrators in order to be successful.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Podcast 2: Sometimes actions we take and people we surround ourselves with have unintended consequences that are extremely beneficial.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe
Podcast 1: Peer Pressure is not always a bad thing. A great example can be pulled from Girl Meets World! Take a listen to the first ever podcast on ClarksRoom.com.
Get full access to ClarksRoom at clarksroom.substack.com/subscribe