Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
Hosted by Tricia and Tricia Friedman and Jeff Utecht · Jeff Utecht & Tricia Friedman
4.9from 91 ratings
- 483
- Episodes
- 71
- Transcribed
- 91
- Ratings
- Weekly
- Cadence
- 2018
- First episode
About Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators
Shifting Schools is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the latest trends, strategies, and tools in K-12 education. Hosted by educators Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman, the podcast provides a platform for teachers, administrators, and education thought leaders to share their experiences and insights on how to improve teaching and learning. From innovative approaches in classroom management to leveraging technology for personalized learning, Shifting Schools tackles the most pressing issues facing K12 educators today. Whether you are a seasoned teacher or a new educator, this podcast will inspire you to think outside the box and shift your educational approach. Tune in to Shifting Schools to gain new perspectives, share ideas, and join a community of passionate educators who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of their students. Follow us at @shiftingschools on Twitter and @shiftingschoolspod on Instagram and Tiktok
- Publisher
- Jeff Utecht & Tricia Friedman
- Category
- education · education
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 16 May 2018
- Latest episode
- 14 Oct 2026
Latest episodes
71 of 483 episodes have a transcript.
14 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT
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Googly Eyes, Big Feelings, and Asking for Help with Christy Mandin
Published 14 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] But that's why it's so important, I think, to practice that communication, that noticing. And with Worst Day Ever, I thought it was just really important to be on the other side of things too. It's not just Millie's job to make sure everybody knows she's having a bad day. It's also the job of her friends and her community to pay attention and ask, how can I support you? What do you need? Do you need a hug? Can I help you carry that? And that's just something that every day in our house is on repeat. And because if you can't communicate those things, inevitably you bump up against just so much frustration and misunderstanding. […]
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- Christy Mandin
- Ryan La Sala
- Renata Castro
- Camille Busette
- Harrison Parker
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- Apple Podcasts (US)
- 4.9 / 5
- 67 ratings
- Spotify
- 5.0 / 5
- 24 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 68 / 100
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- Quality
- 99
- Social presence
- 0
- YouTube
- 0
- Engagement
- 92
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Who hosts Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators?
Tricia and Tricia Friedman and Jeff Utecht host the show. Published by Jeff Utecht & Tricia Friedman.
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Does Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators take guests?
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