Challenging Class Podcast
School’s in—but not how you remember it. Veteran educator Cecil Dwyer goes beyond the clichés to expose what’s really happening in education today. From teacher burnout and student struggles to AI, innovation, mental health, gender and identity—nothing is off-limits. Raw, honest conversations that challenge assumptions, provoke thought and spark change. Whether you're a teacher, parent, student, or just someone who cares deeply about education, this podcast is your wake-up call. These are the conversations education urgently needs, but rarely has. Class is in session. Let’s talk truth.
Episodes
What happens when we stop teaching and start reflecting?In this unfiltered episode, Cecil steps back from the classroom grind to unpack the hard truths, quiet revelations, and real questions that surface when the school year ends. From the private vs. public school divide to the myth of "meeting kids where they are," this is a raw exploration of what education claims to be — and what it actually is.We talk teacher burnout...
He supports. He mentors. He nurtures. He leads. But too often, he’s seen as “just” an Educational Assistant.
In this powerful episode of Challenging Class, Cecil sits down with Roy Bailey, a respected EA and mentor, to talk about what it really means to be a Black man in Early Childhood Education.
Roy speaks with honesty and clarity about:
– The stereotypes he faces as a large Black man in a Kindergarten classroom
– The emotional lab...
30 kids. 30 stories. One teacher.In Episode 2 of Challenging Class Podcast, Cecil sits down with educator Faduma to explore the real, everyday reality of teaching in 2025. From emotional challenges and unexpected responsibilities to the small, meaningful moments that keep teachers going, this conversation pulls back the curtain on the parts of the job few people ever see. What does it mean to manage a room full of unique personalit...
Teaching is one of the most rewarding professions out there—but it can also be one of the hardest, most misunderstood jobs on the planet. In this raw, no-holds-barred introduction, veteran educator Cecil Dwyer lays bare the truth behind modern education, exploring five critical issues that shape the lives of teachers, students, and parents every day.
From teacher burnout and classroom behavior challenges, to mental health struggles,...
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