Mr. Clarke After Dark
Welcome to the “Mr. Clarke After Dark” podcast with host Lucas Clarke, an educator determined to move away from recycled professional development and engage in more nuanced, personable, and relevant conversations for learning.
Each week, Mr. Clarke unpacks the inner workings of the classroom and learns out loud with educators, politicians, comedians, and other field experts of all shapes, sizes, and burnout levels. Whether they have been in the trenches of their profession for five months or fifty years, we are here to share everything from classroom hacks, our worst mistakes, and the occasional profound musing (from the guests). From conversations about race with Daryl Davis, education reform with Jennifer Gonzalez, global educational development with professors from the World Bank, to stories about students farting in class, there will always be something you can take away from the show, for better or worse.
So, come on over and join the dark side ... unless you’re scared.
Mr. Clarke After Dark
#092 - Andrea Avery | Rethinking Sex Ed, Taboos, and the Pressures of Adolescence
In this conversation, Andrea Avery and I delve into the complexities of sexual education, exploring its evolution, the impact of cultural norms, and the challenges faced by educators. We discuss the importance of addressing taboos, the influence of technology on sexual awareness, and the differences in how boys and girls are educated about sex. The conversation also touches on personal experiences, societal expectations regarding body image, the pressures faced by students in navigating their sexual identities, exploring the pressures surrounding virginity, the impact of modern information overload, and the importance of open communication in parenting, the evolution of sexual exploration among youth, the challenges posed by societal norms, and the necessity of creating a healthy sexual education curriculum that addresses shame and promotes body autonomy. We finish by discussing the need for nuanced conversations about sexuality and the role of parents in guiding their children through these topics.
Andrea Avery is a stand-up comedian hailing from Prince Edward Island. She is a former teacher and now does marketing by day and a comedy by night. Andrea has been entertaining and titillating audiences Canada-wide. She recently was awarded third place in the SiriusXM’s Hubcap Comedy Festival Open-Mic Competition and was a finalist in Calgary’s Funnyfest Amateur Comedy Competition 2024. You can find her on social media @andreadeniseavery and @sexedwithmsavery
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