The Educational Currency Podcast
A podcast about all things education - for teachers, students and parents.
Episodes
Welcome back to the Educational Currency Podcast! In this episode, Chris Kalodikis and Robert Naumoski break down why joining professional bodies, subject associations, and educational conferences is one of the most powerful moves you can make for your teaching career—especially if you're an early career teacher!
Chris sh...
In this episode of the Educational Currency Podcast, Robert and Chris sit down with accredited Sports Dietitian Marianne from Nutrition Solutions Sydney. With 14 years of clinical and private practice experience, Marianne cuts through the social media noise to explain how real nutrition imp...
There’s a common myth that teachers only work from 9 to 3, delivering five classes a day before heading home. Today, we’re busting that myth. We take you "behind the closed doors" to show the sheer volume ...
In this episode of Educational Currency, Chris and Rob pull back the curtain on the "teacher holiday" myth. While many believe educators simply sit back with their feet up for two weeks, the reality is a complex mix of deep-resetting, intense HSC preparation, and the "flexible busy-ness" of planning for...
In this episode, Chris and Rob dive into one of the most talked-about shifts in New South Wales education: the move from single-sex to co-educational (mixed) schools. With major changes happening in their local district (including the formation of Bayside High and mergers at Georges River College, Hurstville and Penshurst Campuses), we ex...
In this special New Year’s episode, Robert Naumoski and Christopher Kalodikis mark three years of Educational Currency by reflecting on the major milestones of 2025 and outlining their goals for the year ahead.
From classroom breakthroughs with Year 7 students to the recovery of martial arts academies post-COVID, Rob and Chris share personal stories of growth and recognition, including Chris’s achieveme...
Is tutoring a good fit for your child? Are you wasting money, or are you building essential skills?
On this week's episode, Rob and Chris are joined by Kate for a complete A-to-Z guide on all things tutoring. With Chris acting as the voice of the parent, the team breaks down the biggest questions, myths, and strategies parents nee...
How can we unlock the full potential of every student? In this episode, Rob and Chris dive into the fundamental theories that form the backbone of modern teaching. They explore how understanding concepts like multiple intelligences and cognitive skill can transform your classroom and empo...
In this special episode, we welcome Nathan and Alishja, a couple who embarked on an incredible journey of a lifetime with their children, travelling around Australia for the past two and a half years.
In this authentic and inspiring conversation, Chris sits down with Nathan and Alishja to discuss the decision to leave city life behind and what it's truly like to raise and educ...
In Season 4, Episode 5, we are honoured to be joined by Paul Humble, the Principal of St Mary and St Mina's Coptic Orthodox College in Sydney. Rob and Chris sit down with Paul to discuss his remarkable journey into education, and the invaluable lessons he has learned along the way. Paul shares how a chance encounter with a...
How do we truly connect in the classroom and beyond? In this episode, Rob and Chris explore the essential art of building rapport with teachers, students, and parents. School is not just about grades or rules: it's about relationships.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in the education journey, offering pra...
In this episode of the Educational Currency Podcast, hosts Chris and Rob sit down with Clinical Nutritionist Marko Papuckovski to discuss the foundational role nutrition plays in health and academic success.
This conversation offers vital information for parents, teachers, and students alike, exploring why ...
Starting Kindergarten is a huge milestone for families! In this emotional and insightful episode of The Educational Currency Podcast, join Rob and Chris, both parents with children heading into 'Big School' shortly, as they share their personal journeys and practical advice.
Whether you are a first-time parent navigati...
A Teacher's Guide to Health | Season 4 Episode 1
Welcome back to the Educational Currency Podcast for Season 4! In this exciting new season, we're delving deeply into the theme of health, examining various aspects that affect both educators and students.
In this episode, hosts Rob and Chris kick off the season by discussing:
~ Mental Health as a Foundation: We explore mindfulness practices, even for young students, to clear h...
Join Chris, Rob and special guest producer Kate Pentecost as they reflect on a full year of The Educational Currency Podcast! In this Season 3 finale, the team gets candid about their journey, sharing surprising lessons learned from putting themselves in front of the camera and building a growing platform to discuss a...
Join Rob and Chris as they interview Mathematics Head Teacher, Talat Gerges. Talat shares his inspiring journey into education, revealing what makes math teaching truly great and how he cultivates a love for learning in his classroom.
Discover his unique strategies, including an incredible s...
Thinking about taking your teaching career to a distinguished new level? Curious about the Highly Accomplished and Lead Teacher (HALT) accreditation process in Australia?
In this compelling episode of The Educational Currency Podcast, our very own Chris Kalodikis shares his fresh and candid experience of recently becoming a ...
Exploring The Heart and Wisdom of Student Welfare with Mary Nicola | Season 3 Episode 7
The Power of Welfare: Supporting Students to Thrive
In this insightful episode, Rob and Chris sit down with Mary Nicola, the Head of Wellbeing at St Mary & St Mina's – Coptic Orthodox College. Following this season's theme of showcasing teachers at different career stages, we're thrilled to bring you Mary's wealth of experience and pas...
Welcome back to the Educational Currency Podcast! In this episode, we're diving into a crucial topic that affects students, parents, and teachers alike: bullying. We'll explore what bullying is, how it manifests, and, most importantly, provide a comprehensive guide for parents, teachers, and students on how to address and pre...
Welcome back to the Educational Currency Podcast! In this episode, we're chatting with Luke Rodriguez, a recently accredited proficient English teacher. We get into Luke's background – what shaped his journey, the teachers who made a difference, and what it's really like navigating the early...
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