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Teachers Ed with Edward DeShazer
The Teachers Ed Podcast is where real educators get real about the work. Hosted by Edward DeShazer, an award-winning school leader who was once expelled from school 3x, each episode dives into the heart of school culture, climate, and relationships. From honest conversations about burnout to practical tools for building stronger classrooms and campuses, Edward brings humor, truth, and lived experience to every episode. This isn’t theory, it’s real talk for teachers and leaders who want to build better schools without losing themselves in the process.
Subscribe now and visit www.EdwardDeShazer.org to discover more ways Edward can support and uplift your school community. Your work matters—let's grow together!
Episodes
59 episodes
Educator Wellness: Five Lessons Every Educator Needs
We share five hard lessons on self-care that keep educators from burning out and help us show up with energy for students and family. The conversation is honest, practical, and direct, with clear steps to set boundaries, ask for help, and make ...
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Your School Team Isn’t Broken, It’s Just On Airplane Mode
We redefine collaboration as a choice built on trust, healthy conflict, and accountability, not simple proximity. We map five levels of team trust and share concrete steps to repair culture so schools can pull together with purpose.• co...
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19:50
From Silos To Strong School Teams
Ever feel like your team works in the same building but on different islands? We unpack how schools move from silos to strong, connected teams that share the load and multiply results. If you care about culture, teacher wellness, and student su...
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20:14
Leadership That Lands: Communicating Across Four Styles In Schools
We break down why leadership communication fails when it assumes everyone listens the same way and show how adapting to four distinct styles turns messages into momentum. The goal is simple: connect clearly, build trust, and strengthen culture ...
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19:35
Fixing School Culture Through Leadership And Communication
We lay the foundation for the Building Bridges Blueprint by showing why most problems are communication problems, not performance problems. We share concrete steps to lead with clarity, consistency, and care so trust grows and culture thrives.<...
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17:41
Gossip Isn’t PD, But It Trains Your Culture
Culture isn’t a mystery; it’s a mirror that shows what leaders allow and what leaders do. We unpack a practical path to stop guessing about your school’s culture and start measuring it with the same rigor you bring to test scores and attendance...
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18:48
Protecting School Culture When Energy Fades
The first cold snap hits, the room isn’t spotless anymore, and that August buzz has faded. That’s when the real work shows up—and so does the truth about culture. We talk candidly about beating the fall slump and why October, not August, shapes...
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17:43
Gratitude, Growth, and the Next Step for Educators
Start where you are, even if it’s a $30 mic at a kitchen table. That simple choice to move without seeing the whole staircase sparked a journey across classrooms, auditoriums, and continents—connecting with educators who are tired, hopeful, and...
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14:27
Fresh Starts, Real Talk in Education
Hit pause on the urge to copy last year’s playbook. We open the year by making a clear promise to ourselves and our students: fresh slate, flexible mindset, and real relationships first. With educator and speaker Simone Walden, we dig into char...
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30:51
Do It Scared: How One Teacher Transformed Students' Lives
Norberto Troncoso takes us on a powerful journey from the Bronx to national recognition as he shares how he transforms "closeted introverts" into championship-level speakers. With raw authenticity and practical wisdom, Norberto reveals the stra...
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29:41
Authentic Leadership: Creating Safe Spaces in Schools
What happens when educators bring their authentic selves to work? Carlos Malavé, Director of Culture and Community at Bloom Academy in Houston, reveals how vulnerability transforms school environments and why being genuine as a leader creates s...
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32:01
School Culture: What Leaders Allow and Do
Have you ever wondered why some schools feel vibrant and positive while others seem stuck in negativity? The answer lies not in catchy slogans or mission statements, but in something far more fundamental.School culture—that invisible fo...
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15:00
How One PE Teacher's DJ Skills Created a Safe Haven for Students
Dustin Thomas shares his journey from UPS worker to PE teacher and DJ, demonstrating how to create an inclusive school culture through music and movement in a diverse elementary school setting.• Overcoming personal dislike of school to ...
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37:12
First Week Foundations: Building School Culture That Lasts
The first week of school sets the foundation for the entire year, making it essential to establish clear expectations that build trust and create safety for everyone involved. Educational success hinges on setting the right tone from day one, p...
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11:58
Your School Leadership Style Is Killing You w/ Principal Mo
Principal Mo takes us behind the curtain of educational leadership to reveal the moment everything fell apart—and how it transformed her approach to leading a school. "This job can ruin you mentally, emotionally, physically," she confesses, sha...
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33:11
Joy in Learning w/ Alexia Pendleton aka The Dancer Teacher
What if the key to academic success isn't found in rigid classroom structures, but in creating spaces where students feel safe enough to be their authentic selves? Alexia, known professionally as "The Dancer Teacher," brings her infectious ener...
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36:17
Teaching Beyond Burnout
Coming back strong with renewed purpose, this relaunch episode delivers exactly what tired educators need to hear before starting another school year. Edward DeShazer speaks directly to the heart of education's biggest challenge: the unsustaina...
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15:38
Teachers Must Recharge
Recharge your teaching spirit and prevent burnout with our latest episode, where we explore the transformative power of intentional self-care routines for educators. Have you ever considered that your weekend rest might not be enough to sustain...
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11:46
Transforming Seasonal Depression: Strategies for Educators
This podcast episode delves into practical strategies for educators to combat winter blues and maintain mental wellness. The discussion emphasizes self-awareness, the importance of light and movement, staying hydrated, and fostering community c...
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12:57
Mastering Boundaries: Empowering Educators to Reclaim Time and Well-being
Ever felt like the demands of the classroom are pulling you in too many directions, leaving no room for personal time? Discover how to reclaim your schedule and mental well-being with practical boundary-setting strategies in our latest episode ...
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12:30
Dancing with Chaos: Finding Peace and Resilience in Education
Finding peace amidst chaos isn't about running away from challenges but navigating them with intention. By focusing on what you can control, creating small moments of calm, and reframing chaos as opportunities for growth, educators can maintain...
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13:15
Three Things Educators Need To Do In 2025
Kickstart your 2025 with strategies that will empower you to thrive as an educator! Discover the transformative steps to prioritize your mental and physical health, essential for excelling in both your professional and personal life. Set non-ne...
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16:02
Crafting Your Holiday Self-Care Plan: A Guide for Educators
Unlock the secret to a truly relaxing holiday break with our latest episode on Teachers Ed Podcast! Discover how to craft a personalized self-care plan that puts your happiness and well-being first, even amidst the chaos of holiday obligations....
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