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In this episode, I am joined by one of my favorite creators of all time, Flint Del Sol. He is with us today to share his experiences as an educator, trans man, and neurodivergent human, and how it all inspired his brand new book, Teach Like An Ally: An Educator's Guide to Nurturing LGBTQ+ Students.
📕 Table of Contents 📕
00:00 - Intro
01:14 - Flint’s Book Inspiration
02:50 "Designated Queer Teacher" Role in Schools
04:36 - Discussion on Book's Audience and Impact
07:41 - Changing Legal Landscape Impact on Education
10:00 - Reflections on Teaching Path and Education System Challenges
14:30 - Teaching Philosophy and Allyship
16:40 - Intersectionality in Education
23:00 - Gender Disparities and Historical Perspectives in Education
37:00 - Self-care and Avoiding Burnout
41:40 - Life Post-Teaching and Identity Beyond Work
48:42 - Personal Journey as a Trans Man and Leaving the Classroom
01:12:30 What's Next and Upcoming Projects
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Flint Del Sol, a Trans speaker, educator, and writer who is passionate about creating equitable spaces in education for LGBTQ+ folks. Flint is releasing his new book “Teach Like An Ally: An Educator’s Guide to Nurturing LGBTQ+ Students” in July 2025 as a helpful tool for educators all over the U.S.
He and his husband have a coaching and consulting business where they offer neurodivergent affirming coaching, speaking engagements, and more.
To learn more visit: https://www.delsolimpact.com
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