#26 Warren Smith. Two teachers fired after helping students think critically.

In this conversation, Warren Smith (Secret Scholar Society) and I explore the journey into teaching, the importance of building relationships with students, and the impact of influential teachers. We discuss the challenges of navigating the education system, the role of courage in education, and the lessons learned from history and leadership. This conversation also delves into the influence of social media on education, the challenge of fostering creativity in schools, and the significance of writing in learning. Warren and I reflect on the current political climate, the importance of authenticity in media, and the need to maintain touch with reality.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Intro / Journey into teaching

02:43 Building Relationships with Students

05:21 Impact of Mentorship and Influential Figures

07:56 Navigating Job Security and Support

10:24 Influences on Worldview and Critical Thinking

12:54 Lessons from History: The American Revolution

15:18 Courage and Responsibility in Education

18:04 The Role of Education in Shaping Values

20:36 The Unknown and the Pursuit of Creativity

23:09 The Disconnect in Modern Education

25:52 The Power of Storytelling in Learning

29:40 The Impact of Social Media on Attention Spans

32:12 The Evolution of Knowledge and Communication

35:15 The Importance of Writing in Critical Thinking

38:00 Navigating the Digital Age: Reflection and Wisdom

40:28 Authenticity in Podcasting and Media

43:55 The Current Political Climate and Its Challenges

50:20 Memory vs. Imagination in Understanding Reality

Keywords:education, teaching, storytelling, courage, social media, creativity, history, leadership, authenticity, political climate