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by Brian

8 episodes
Updated Daily
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Podcast Overview

<p>Your permission slip to honest conversations about education, learning, and what really happens in and out of the classroom.</p>

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Publishing Since

8/31/2025

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Recent Episodes

Episode thumbnail for Episode 7: Boredom Is Not the Enemy — Why Kids Need More “Nothing” in Their Day

January 23, 2026

Episode 7: Boredom Is Not the Enemy — Why Kids Need More “Nothing” in Their Day

In this episode of The Hall Pass Podcast, Jen and Brian tackle one of parenting’s biggest villains: boredom. Or is it? In a world of colour-coded calendars, back-to-back activities, and constant stimulation, they make the case that boredom isn’t a failure of parenting—it’s a gift. Jen and Brian unpack what really happens when kids have nothing to do, and why those quiet, “I’m bored” moments are often where creativity, resilience, and independent thinking begin. They explore how unstructured t...

Episode thumbnail for Episode 6: Math Crisis? An EQAO Emergency on the 2025 Results

December 13, 2025

Episode 6: Math Crisis? An EQAO Emergency on the 2025 Results

In this emergency episode, Jen and Bri unpack the 2025 EQAO results — focusing especially on math, where about half of students meet expectations. They take you through the history and purpose of the EQAO assessment, clarifying what it measures (and what it doesn’t), and analyzing the latest data with an eye toward what it means for your child and Ontario’s schools. Jen and Bri dig beneath the headlines to highlight areas where students have shown progress, and where challenges remain. The ma...

Episode thumbnail for Episode 5: Progress Reports Unpacked — What They Really Mean for Your Child

November 3, 2025

Episode 5: Progress Reports Unpacked — What They Really Mean for Your Child

Progress reports are more than just a checklist or a grade snapshot—they’re a window into your child’s learning journey. In this episode, Jen and Bri break down what progress reports actually measure, why they matter, and how they fit into the bigger picture of your child’s education in Ontario schools. You’ll learn how to read between the lines of those comments and marks, what questions to ask your child’s teacher, and how to use this information to support your child’s growth—whether they’...

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<p>Your permission slip to honest conversations about education, learning, and what really happens in and out of the classroom.</p>
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