
Breaking The Syllabus
Breaking the Syllabus is a podcast for educators who believe great teaching isn’t always found on the lesson plan. Hosted by Tyler Powell, this show explores what happens when we step away from rigid pacing guides and scripted curricula to follow curiosity, student voice, and the unpredictable moments that make real learning stick. Each episode features conversations with teachers, researchers, and thought leaders who are reimagining what classrooms can be — when we stop playing by the book.
Follow along on social media @breakingthesyllabus for episode updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more ways to connect.
Podcasting since 2025 • 16 episodes
Breaking The Syllabus
Latest Episodes
Confessions of a Teacher: My Three-Strike Plan to Change Cell Phone Plans!
Tired of fighting the good fight against cell phones in the classroom? On this episode of "Breaking the Syllabus," I'm flying solo to tackle the hot topic of Utah's new cell phone law. I've seen the impact firsthand, and it's not what you'd thi...
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Read with your children!
In this weeks episode I discuss how important reading is with your children and for yourself! I reflect on how much reading can help a child at a young age and how it helps them be prepared for their future academic journey!
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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4:58

Easiest Way to Get Students Attention
This week I talk about how easy it is to get attention from the students. I explain how elementary school teachers are way better than secondary teachers in the most perfect aspect. I also provide examples of what makes teaching fun and why you...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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11:31

New Teachers, New School, and Bigger Problems
In this weeks episode we finish our conversation with Ryan Webb and we dive deep into the conversation around what happens when someone has bigger problems than not understanding classroom material! New teachers what do you need to know when en...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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12:03

Motivation, Manipulation, and Mayhem in the Classroom
In this week’s episode, we dive into the wild world of student motivation—what drives some students to thrive while others seem checked out. Education isn’t what it used to be, and we explore how that shift affects engagement today. We also sha...
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