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Mike Brilla
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Father/Husband, Teacher, Coach, Podcaster. Check out my podcast for inspiration https://www.podpage.com/the-inspired-teacher-podcast/ or my Substack https://mikebrilla.substack.com/?r=2xhzzs&utm_campaign=pub-share-checklist
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August 8, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Feeling overwhelmed by everyone else’s energy? In this episode of *The Inspired Teacher Podcast*, I explore why calm isn’t a mood—it’s a skill—and how to protect your peace, even in the chaos. @edupodcastnetwork.com www.podpage.com/the-inspired...
Calm is a Skill
Welcome to the Inspired Teacher Podcast! Today’s episode comes to you from the beach—one of the few places where I consistently feel calm and grounded. But wouldn’t…
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July 30, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Just dropped a powerful convo on *The Inspired Teacher Podcast* with @edupodcastnetwork.com own @mrnesi.bsky.social . We talk leadership, burnout, parenting, podcasting & the courage to just start. One of my favorite interviews yet—give it a listen! www.podpage.com/the-inspired...
The Inspired Teacher Podcast
Welcome educators and lifelong learners! We are thrilled to introduce you to The Inspired Teacher Podcast, a dedicated space where inspiration, ideas, and anecdotes…
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July 16, 2025 at 11:29 AM
What can a Civil War general teach us about teaching today? A lot. This week on The Inspired Teacher Podcast, we explore bold leadership, smart risks, and growing through discomfort. #InspiredTeacher #PodcastForTeachers #EdChat @edupodcastnetwork.com www.podpage.com/the-inspired...
Be Like Dan...Ish
Welcome to the Inspired Teacher Podcast! In this episode, we look at the story of General Dan Sickles at Gettysburg—a leader who made a bold move that helped slow d…
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July 13, 2025 at 8:03 PM
I just published a new post on Substack. I'd love for you to take a few minutes to read it and let me know what you think. It's all about becoming the person we want to be. mikebrilla.substack.com/p/3-a-few-cr...
3. A Few Crappy Words
Just Start
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July 2, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Check it out! I sat down with @jakemilleredu.bsky.social and got to talk all things education, technology, and parenting. I had a blast doing my first interview for the podcast and look forward to doing more! Thanks so much for your time Jake! www.podpage.com/the-inspired...
Jake is Here!
Welcome to the Inspired Teacher podcast! I’m beyond excited to share this episode with you—it’s the first-ever interview on the show! After over a year of planning,…
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July 2, 2025 at 2:27 PM
I decided to try some writing--I'd love for you to hear your thoughts if you have some time.

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2. A Few Crappy Words
Being the Beginner
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June 29, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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This week’s newsletter is a soft place to land. It’s a permission slip to rest, reflect, and reset.

Read it here 👉 https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/let-it-be/
#LetItBe #TeacherRest #WhyEdify
Let It Be
This week, I want to offer something simple: permission to let it settle. No planning yet. No pressure. Just time and space to come back to yourself.
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June 27, 2025 at 4:13 PM
New episode: "One Evolution at a Time"
Overwhelmed teacher? Admiral McRaven's Navy SEAL training has a lesson: Stop trying to fix everything at once.
Focus on this next thing. Keep moving forward, one evolution at a time.
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The Inspired Teacher Podcast
Welcome educators and lifelong learners! We are thrilled to introduce you to The Inspired Teacher Podcast, a dedicated space where inspiration, ideas, and anecdotes…
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June 16, 2025 at 9:29 PM
June 15, 2025 at 12:27 AM
I used to dread lunch duty—especially clean-up. 😒 But over time, it’s become one of my favorite parts of the day. In this episode, I share how doing the “small stuff” with pride can transform our impact as educators. 🎧 @edupodcastnetwork.com #EduSky🍎 www.podpage.com/the-inspired...
The Inspired Teacher Podcast
Welcome educators and lifelong learners! We are thrilled to introduce you to The Inspired Teacher Podcast, a dedicated space where inspiration, ideas, and anecdotes…
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May 7, 2025 at 9:17 AM
The weather's been perfect in SEPA—I've been unplugging and soaking it in. In this episode of The Inspired Teacher Podcast, I explore how reframing and letting go can bring peace to the chaos of teaching. 🎧 @edupodcastnetwork.com www.podpage.com/the-inspired... #InspiredTeacher #EduSky🍎
The Inspired Teacher Podcast
Welcome educators and lifelong learners! We are thrilled to introduce you to The Inspired Teacher Podcast, a dedicated space where inspiration, ideas, and anecdotes…
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May 5, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Ever feel like the push to be productive is stealing your joy? In this episode of *The Inspired Teacher Podcast*, I reflect on time, connection, and what we really need as educators. Listen now: www.podpage.com/the-inspired... via @edupodcastnetwork.com
The Inspired Teacher Podcast
Welcome educators and lifelong learners! We are thrilled to introduce you to The Inspired Teacher Podcast, a dedicated space where inspiration, ideas, and anecdotes…
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May 2, 2025 at 10:26 PM
New Episode! "Who's Talking?" on @edupodcastnetwork.com

Join me as I talk about chickening out from doing a Socratic Seminar and why it's so important to let our students do more of the talking.

Player links & show notes: www.podpage.com/the-inspired... via @PodpageHQ
Who's Talking?
Welcome to the Inspired Teacher Podcast! In this episode, I’m sharing a moment from right before spring break when I had a big plan for a Socratic Seminar… and then…
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April 30, 2025 at 10:23 AM
#EduSky🍎 @edupodcastnetwork.com I'd love for you to check out the latest episode of my podcast for a quick discussion of the importance of the people with whom we surround ourselves. www.podpage.com/the-inspired...
The Inspired Teacher Podcast
Welcome educators and lifelong learners! We are thrilled to introduce you to The Inspired Teacher Podcast, a dedicated space where inspiration, ideas, and anecdotes…
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April 26, 2025 at 11:28 AM
@edupodcastnetwork.com #E I’d love for you to check out my latest episode and let me know what you think! #EduSky 🍎 #SSChat www.podpage.com/the-inspired...
The Inspired Teacher Podcast
Welcome educators and lifelong learners! We are thrilled to introduce you to The Inspired Teacher Podcast, a dedicated space where inspiration, ideas, and anecdotes…
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April 21, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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Morning Affirmation: I carry good energy and attract the same. I’m grateful for the people who uplift and stand with me. #edusky
April 20, 2025 at 2:55 PM
@bryoncar.bsky.social You've inspired me to step up my podcast cover art game! I'm switching to this one now so hopefully some more of Nesi's students like mine too! I like it so much better--thanks for pushing me!
April 17, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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🤡 NO FOOLING!
AI can make classroom management easier!
✅ Save time
✅ Reduce disruptions
✅ Finish strong
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April 13, 2025 at 3:11 PM
A great reminder of those of us in #EduSky 🍎 to put things in perspective and spend our time on the things that matter.
April 3, 2025 at 9:06 AM
How did I never realize you could take notes while listening to podcasts on Audible? 🤯
March 26, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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Students did a great job this Padlet activity that set up our World War II studies in #apush last week. #sschat
March 23, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Amazing thought for today
March 17, 2025 at 2:28 PM