Episodes
Monday Dec 17, 2018
Beeeehhhhhhhggggggg W/ Izzy Byers
Monday Dec 17, 2018
Monday Dec 17, 2018
Today's Guest: Izzy Byers
Mary Beth "Izzy" Byers is a Kansas-based vocalist, trumpet player, and composer. She started singing as soon as she could talk and found her passion for songwriting as a freckle-faced youngster.
Izzy has had the opportunity to open for the Pentatonix, perform at the New York Voices Vocal Jazz Camp, and share the stage with many stars in jazz, including Connaitre Miller of Afro Blue.
Through the years, she has also taught various ages of private students and directed art classes for at-risk youth. After a couple years, she decided to change course and thought she would never return to the music lifestyle. Though she started her music and teaching career strong, Izzy decided to leave everything behind to go on the World Race, an organization that allowed her to volunteer in 11 countries over 11 months. Little did she know how many passionate musicians she would meet and how many kids she would teach. Eventually, she uncovered her love of music again, performing on 3 different continents and rediscovering a joy for creating again.
Miss Izzy is back with a vengeance, releasing a new album in 2019 entitled "Discovering Home." This album will highlight her travels, experiences, and growth as a woman and a musician. She has tastefully combined all the different music she heard around the world, RnB, neo soul, gospel, and jazz to create a fusion unlike any other. Izzy is teaming up with the Wasamara' Trio , to complete this unique project. She is ready and excited to share these creations with the world! She wants to thank Fred Koepp for having her on Teacher Recharge, and encourages you to go to www.izzybyers.com to find more information about her Kickstarter project for her new album.
Izzy Byers:
Website: izzybyers.com
Instagram: @dizzyizzybye
Kickstarter Campaign: Here
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Fred Koepp:
Twitter/Instagram: @fred_nation
Business Account: @tableofluv
Facebook: Fred Motivates
Website: www.fredmotivates.com
Podcast Website: www.teacherrecharge.podbean.com
Email: teacherrechargepodcast@gmail.com
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Sunday Dec 09, 2018
A Lasting Impact W/ Natalie Gray
Sunday Dec 09, 2018
Sunday Dec 09, 2018
Today's Guest: Natalie Gray
Growing up as a national park ranger’s daughter, Natalie was raised in our nation’s most beautiful places…and
some of our poorest schools. As she moved through high school in Van Horn, TX, she became increasingly
aware of this. She was taught to type and take shorthand, and her school was visited by every division of
the military, a host of trade schools, but never a single college. When she got to the University of Texas, she
felt acutely the gap between what she had learned in HS and what her friends from more affluent
communities had learned – and that realization led her to spend her career working to level the playing
field.
After completing an EdM at Harvard, she was intent on getting into the classroom, and taught fifth grade at
a private school for three years. What she learned there in terms of how more privileged children are
educated was staggering – and fueled her passion for helping change the realities that made the gap
between what “school” meant to kids in Van Horn versus what it meant for kids at Fort Worth Country Day
School so wide.
As a teacher, She discovered Summerbridge (now the Breakthrough Collaborative) and went on to help
launch two sites in Cincinnati and Fort Worth. She then led a site in Manchester, NH for seven years, served as a national program officer for two years, and, ultimately, helped open an innovation on the model at
her own alma mater, the University of Texas. Natalie worked at what is now Breakthrough Central Texas until 2008 when she joined Teach For America’s Human Assets team. While there, she designed and led ED professional development and served as the Vice President of Staff Learning and Development, leading a large, dispersed team to deliver staff training on topics including management, leadership, and diversity,
equity, and inclusiveness.
She is now working as an independent contractor and has been fortunate to work with
several organizations to produce meaningful work that supports their impact.
Enjoy today's episode!
Natalie Gray:
LinkedIn: Natalie Gray
FREE Copy of "Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? And Other Conversations About Race" and a FREE 30 Day Trial: Audible
Fred Koepp:
Twitter/Instagram: @fred_nation
Business Account: @tableofluv
Facebook: Fred Motivates
Website: www.fredmotivates.com
Podcast Website: www.teacherrecharge.podbean.com
Email: teacherrechargepodcast@gmail.com
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Monday Dec 03, 2018
Beans in My Ears W/ Michelle Ferré
Monday Dec 03, 2018
Monday Dec 03, 2018
Today's Guest: Michelle Ferré
Michelle Ferré:
YouTube Channel: Pocketful of Primary
Instagram: @pocketfulofprimary
Facebook: Pocketful of Primary
FREE Copy of "The Essential 55" and a FREE 30 Day Trial: Audible
Fred Koepp:
Twitter/Instagram: @fred_nation
Business Account: @tableofluv
Facebook: Fred Motivates
Website: www.fredmotivates.com
Podcast Website: www.teacherrecharge.podbean.com
Email: teacherrechargepodcast@gmail.com
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Sunday Nov 25, 2018
Take Your Beatings W/ Daniel Blanchard
Sunday Nov 25, 2018
Sunday Nov 25, 2018
Today's Guest: Daniel Blanchard
Dan is a Best-Selling Author, Award-Winning Speaker, and Educator, as well as, two-time Junior Olympian Wrestler, and two-time Junior Olympian Wrestling Coach grew up as a student-athlete. However, Dan admits that as a youth he was more of an athlete than a student. Dan has now successfully completed fourteen years of college and has earned seven degrees. He teaches Special Education and Social Studies in Connecticut’s largest inner-city high school where he was chosen by the AFT-CT as the face and voice of educational reform and is now on the speaking circuit for them. Dan was with the team that put forth Connecticut’s new Social Studies Frameworks and is also a member of the Special Education Advisory Board to the Connecticut State Department of Education. In addition, Dan is a Teacher Consultant for the University of Connecticut’s Writing Project. Finally, Dan is a double veteran of the Army and the Air Force.
Because Dan’s students repeatedly asked him to write a book to tell others what he tells them, Dan finally listened and has now authored teen leadership books, The Storm: How Young Men Become Good Men, and its sequel, A Sprint to the Top: How to Win the Game of Life. He has also written academic books called, Evaluating Professional Development in An Urban High School and co-authored another book with the American Federation of Teachers called, A Teacher’s Guide to the Common Core. His next academic book, How to Become More Successful with Difficult Students is due out by the holidays. Finally, Dan writes a dozen columns on things from leadership, teens, education, special education, and parenting.
As an educator, coach, tutor, author, speaker, life coach, columnist, blogger and parent Dan feels that it is his duty to positively influence our youth every chance that he gets! He lives with his wife, Jennifer, their five children, and the family dog in Connecticut.
Daniel Blanchard:
Website: www.danblanchard.net
Facebook: Grandaddy's Secrets
LinkedIn: Daniel Blanchard
FREE Copy of Dan's book "The Storm" and a FREE 30 Day Trial: Audible
Fred Koepp:
Twitter/Instagram: @fred_nation
Business Account: @tableofluv
Facebook: Fred Motivates
Website: www.fredmotivates.com
Podcast Website: www.teacherrecharge.podbean.com
Email: teacherrechargepodcast@gmail.com
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Sunday Nov 11, 2018
Look At My Nipples! W/ Seth Oldham
Sunday Nov 11, 2018
Sunday Nov 11, 2018
Today's Guest: Seth Oldham
Seth Oldham, originally from Medicine Lodge, Kansas, graduated from Friends University in 2012 with a degree in Spanish and Spanish Education. He started his teaching career at a Catholic middle school in Wichita, Kansas.
After two years, he moved to Manhattan, Ks to become a Wildcat at Kansas State University, where he earned his Master’s degree in Second Language Acquisition. While there, he taught Spanish 101 and 102 as a Graduate Teaching Assistant.
In 2015, Seth graduated from KSU and accepted a job at Lincoln College Preparatory Academy in Kansas City, Missouri, and still teaches there. He works with high achieving students from the urban core, and teaches International Baccalaureate courses there.
He is the chair of the World Languages Department, and sponsors both Student Council and the Gender and Sexuality Alliance club. Seth plans to graduate from the University of Missouri – Kansas City in May of 2020 as an Educational Specialist in Administration, and hopes to become a high school principal.
REMINDER: There will be no episode next week due to Thanksgiving so enjoy this one TWICE as much!
Seth Oldham:
Facebook: Seth Oldham
Instagram: @OldhamSeth
FREE Copy of "Enrique's Journey" and a FREE 30 Day Trial: Audible
The poetry book Seth mentions: Teaching With Heart: Poetry that Speaks to the Courage to Teach
Fred Koepp:
Twitter/Instagram: @fred_nation
Business Account: @tableofluv
Facebook: Fred Motivates
Website: www.fredmotivates.com
Podcast Website: www.teacherrecharge.podbean.com
Email: teacherrechargepodcast@gmail.com
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Sunday Nov 04, 2018
Going North W/ Dominique Brightmon
Sunday Nov 04, 2018
Sunday Nov 04, 2018
Today's Guest: Dominique Brightmon
Dominique Brightmon is an author, library assistant, podcaster and professional speaker from Baltimore, MD.
In his early childhood, Dominique was raised in the church where he was taught fundamental life lessons and received a head start with public speaking. This early start led him to win 3rd place at a state level speech competition during grade school.
While in high school, Dominique took a summer job at a public library to gain experience. After a successful summer performance, he was invited to work there part-time. Since then he has risen through the ranks and gained over a decade of customer service experience.
Thanks to his work experience and having read hundreds of books, Dominique always leaves his audiences with useful tips and strategies. His aim is to help others become better versions of themselves through reading and other forms of self-development.
In addition to his professional experience, Dominique possesses an Associates of Applied Science in Network Technology from the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC). His technology experience adds another dimension to his skillset, which has helped hundreds of people to complete their digital resumes and become more tech-savvy.
Dominique has written and published “Going North: Tips & Techniques to Advance Yourself”. Find his book on Amazon and you’ll see how you too can become a better you.
Dominique has also appeared on many media outlets such as ELife Media, Fox 45 news, & Toastmasters International Magazine. In addition to appearing on many media outlets, he has created his own called the Going North podcast which interviews authors from all over the world. It has been ranked in the top 10 of all self-help podcasts in the world.
As an active member of Toastmasters International, Dominique has given dozens of inspirational talks and was awarded for his leadership in 2016 as an Area Director. He was the youngest Area Director in the region at the age of 23.
Whether its humor, information, or inspiration Dominique is sure to deliver the goods.
Dominique Brightmon:
Website: dombrightmon.com
Email: dombrightmon@gmail.com
Podcast: Going North Podcast
FREE Copy of Dominique's Book “Going North: Tips & Techniques to Advance Yourself” and FREE 30 Day Trial: Audible
Fred Koepp:
Twitter/Instagram: @fred_nation
Business Account: @tableofluv
Facebook: Fred Motivates
Website: www.fredmotivates.com
Podcast Website: www.teacherrecharge.podbean.com
Email: teacherrechargepodcast@gmail.com
Sunday Oct 28, 2018
#TeacherProbs W/ Gabby Jarvis
Sunday Oct 28, 2018
Sunday Oct 28, 2018
Today's Guest: Gabby Jarvis
Gabby Jarvis is an Elementary School Music Teacher in Wichita, Kansas. She graduated from Friends University with a degree in Music education and enjoys helping children learn more about and gain a passion for music.
She is the leader of the Arnold Palmer Band and has performed around Kansas and other parts of the United States. She is energetic, caring, and an all star at serving young people!
In today's episode we head to Twitter and then finish up with another great story time!
Gabby Jarvis:
Instagram: @ShabbyGab
Twitter: @gabby_jarvis
Facebook: The Arnold Palmer Band
Fred Koepp:
Twitter/Instagram: @fred_nation
Business Account: @tableofluv
Facebook: Fred Motivates
Website: www.fredmotivates.com
Podcast Website: www.teacherrecharge.podbean.com
Email: teacherrechargepodcast@gmail.com
Sunday Oct 21, 2018
"We ALL Be Little!" W/ Dr. Danny Brassell
Sunday Oct 21, 2018
Sunday Oct 21, 2018
Today's Guest: Dr. Danny Brassell
For the past two decades, Dr. Danny Brassell has served as an educational advisor to students ranging from preschoolers to rocket scientists. While he has held a variety of titles and worked with leaders from a variety of fields and disciplines, Danny has always considered himself first and foremost a teacher.
A recognized authority on leadership development, motivation and communication skills, Danny has been honored consistently for his strategic intellect and practical solutions. Audiences rave about Danny’s ability to deliver meaningful and memorable messages that are applicable for individuals within all levels of organizations. A gregarious, sought-after author, speaker and business consultant, Danny is characterized by friends, colleagues and clients as one of the most insightful, powerful and compassionate individuals in business today. Thousands, from small business owners to corporate executives, have enjoyed his energetic, interactive and informative presentations.
Danny shares the knowledge he has acquired through his own diverse experiences, as he wears a number of hats.
Find out more about Dr. Brassell and receive a FREE copy of "Read, Lead, and Succeed" by using the links below!
Dr. Danny Brassell:
To receive your FREE copy of "Read, Lead, and Succeed": https://readleadandsucceed.com/rlas-lead
Website: www.dannybrassell.com
The Lazy Readers Book Club: www.lazyreaders.com
Fred Koepp:
Twitter/Instagram: @fred_nation
Business Account: @tableofluv
Facebook: Fred Motivates
Website: www.fredmotivates.com
Podcast Website: www.teacherrecharge.podbean.com
Sunday Oct 14, 2018
Destroy the Rules W/ Blair Husted
Sunday Oct 14, 2018
Sunday Oct 14, 2018
Today's Guest: Blair Husted
Blair Husted is from Milford, CT and currently lives in Norman, OK with her husband Andy, a Navy pilot, and their dog Minnie. She graduated from Auburn University with a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and is currently working towards a masters in Educational Administration, Curriculum and Supervision.
She was a teacher for 5 years in 5 different schools and 4 different grade levels. She has taught in Alabama, Florida, Texas, and Oklahoma. During her career as a teacher, Blair worked as an agent for Student Success Agency.
She recently transitioned out of the classroom as she accepted a full-time position with Student Success Agency as their Director of School Success.
Blair Husted:
Instagram: @blairmarie91
Student Success Agency: studentsuccess.co
Fred Koepp:
Twitter/Instagram: @fred_nation
Business Account: @tableofluv
Facebook: Fred Motivates
Website: www.fredmotivates.com
Podcast Website: www.teacherrecharge.podbean.com
Sunday Oct 07, 2018
You Were Born to Fly W/ Daniel Gomez
Sunday Oct 07, 2018
Sunday Oct 07, 2018
Today's Guest: Daniel Gomez
Daniel Gomez is the founder of Daniel Gomez Enterprises, a company devoted to developing and strengthening organizations and individuals.
Daniel is a dynamic John Maxwell Certified Speaker with 14 years experience in the arena of Leadership Development, Sales Training, and Coaching. He is the Best Selling Author of "You Were Born to Fly", a book written to inspire and give people the confidence they need to live an extraordinary life. He encourages them to "Be Original", to love and believe in themselves at all times, to value their own opinion, and to step out of their comfort zones. Daniel knows what it's like to fear the unknown, having lost his mother as a child and facing death at the age of eighteen. He did not let his circumstances dictate the outcome of his life. His positive attitude and approach to life are what makes him very successful in his personal and professional life.
Daniel's energy and enthusiasm capture the audience's attention from the opening moments of his presentation. He engages and interacts with them throughout his presentation, his sole desire is to unlock the untapped potential in people's lives. Daniel loves connecting with his audiences and making it personal. He takes great pride in cultivating leaders and champions.
#1 BEST SELLER "You Were Born To Fly By" — You are a masterpiece. You were created to be extraordinary and live a purpose-filled life. Your life has a destiny waiting to be fulfilled.
Daniel Gomez:
Website/Free Coaching Session: www.danielgomezspeaker.com
Facebook: Daniel Gomez
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Fred Koepp:
Twitter/Instagram: @fred_nation
Business Account: @tableofluv
Facebook: Fred Motivates
Website: www.fredmotivates.com
Podcast Website: www.teacherrecharge.podbean.com
Email: teacherrechargepodcast@gmail.com