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3.06 A Conversation with Mark Begovich Sep 30, 2020

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This week Jimmy talks with Illinois theatre teacher Mark Begovich. He talks about cultivating student leadership, online teaching, and the importance of student travel.

3.05 A Conversation with Lakeetha Blakeney Sep 23, 2020

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This week Jimmy talks with teaching artist and playwright Lakeetha Blakeney. She talks about her work in social justice and education, diversity and inclusion in theatre education, and the importance of representation in the work we do as theatre educators.

3.04 A Conversation with Randy Moss Sep 16, 2020

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This week Jimmy talks with retired theatre teacher Randy Moss. He speaks about his work all around the world, IB Theatre, The 4 C's, and longevity in educational theatre.

3.03 A Conversation with Nicole Perry Sep 09, 2020

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This week Jimmy talks with Nicole Perry of Momentum Stage! She talks about her background in dance and theatre and how that shapes her work now with antiracist and decolonized teaching, no-touch instruction, and the amazing resources she provides teachers through her work at Momentum Stage! www.momentumstage.org

3.02 A Conversation with Chip Rome Sep 02, 2020

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This week Jimmy talks with educator and author Chip Rome! he brings 40 years of educational theatre experience to the interview as he talks about his time as a classroom teacher, his work with the Cappies, and his wonderful book Real World Theatre Education! His passion and love for this profession and his students is clear and inspiring! Check out www.realworldtheatreeducation.com and www.educationalstages.com!

3.01 A Conversation with Kym Chambers Otto Aug 26, 2020

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This week Jimmy kicks off Season 3 of the podcast as he talks with Kym Chambers Otto of Twin Cities Musical Theatre Training and Self Studio in Minneapolis, MN! We talk about her journey with theatre education from her work in professional theatre in New York, teaching high school, and life as a teaching artist! http://twincitiesmttraining.com

2.43 A Conversation with Rob Warren Jun 17, 2020

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This week Jimmy wraps up Season 2 with Rob Warren. He is a theatre teacher at the Atlanta International School. He shares about his life abroad and how that impacts his work with his students now, how we can meet our students where they are, and his work with the International Baccalaureate Program! Thanks for joining us on our 2nd season! Get some rest and we will be back in August with new episodes to kick off the new school year!

2.42 A Conversation with Nicole Johnson Jun 03, 2020

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This week Jimmy talks with Texas middle school theatre teacher Nicole Johnson. She shares about her work in the Army and journalism field and how these have impacted her work with her students. She shares about working in a Title I school and the importance of relationships in the work we do as theatre teachers.

2.41 A Conversation with Aron Smart May 27, 2020

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This week Jimmy talks with friend and colleague Aron Smart. She is a middle school teacher with experience in elementary and university teaching as well. Aron shares from her heart about her work with students at all levels, her passion for teaching, and the importance of balance.

2.40 Book Talks 4 and 5 with Gwen, Bailey, and LeeAnn May 08, 2020

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This week Jimmy continues the conversations with his junior theatre education majors. Gwen who read the book Temporary Stages II by Jo Beth Gonzalez and Bailey and LeeAnn who read the book Theatre, Education, and the Making of Meanings by Anthony Jackson. They share their thoughts on the books, the red flags from their readings as well as their big takeaways for future practice!

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