The Kurt and Andy Educational Podcast

The Kurt and Andy Educational Podcast

Kirk J. Macnider and Drew Lazzara look to provide reflective and interesting conversation through an educational lens. In Season 1, each episode is multi-segmented and had at least one guest interview. In Season 2, each episode with be shorter in length and will have some new segments which will include recognizing those who are making a positive impact.

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April 8, 2022 11 mins

Kirk and Drew continue to recognize people going above and beyond. Kirk dives into school spirit and the idea of small daily wins! 

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Kirk and Drew discuss Zubaz pants, shared the awesome number of shoutouts we received, and talk a little bit more about Wordle. 

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Kirk and Drew shout out several staff members to recognize and appreciate them. Drew laments his unsuccessful Wordle for the morning. They also discuss "What's Good!" with a perspective inspired by Daniel Pink's book, Drive, and the concepts of autonomy, mastery, and purpose. 

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Season 2 kicks off with a slightly new format! We will introduce the episode, then go to our new "Shout Outs!" segment before ending with, "What's good?" 

Welcome back and enjoy the show! 

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Kirk and Drew reflect on lessons learned and memories from the pandemic. Kirk quizzes drew on each episode from season 1 to see what he remembers! 

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Kirk and Drew discuss Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs with special guest, Lindsay Schloemer. 

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Kirk J. Macnider and Andrew A. Lazzara interview the principal of Schaumburg High School, Brian Harlan. They discuss some critical Chicago preferences, Brian's journey to education as well as a little of his educational philosophy. 

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Kirk and Drew talk about the book The Four Agreements, by Don Miguel Ruiz, with Schaumburg High School counselor, Dr. Paul Duffy. 

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Kirk and Drew kick off 2021 with hope and optimism as they discuss a few New Year's resolutions before getting into their first interview of the year. Episode 5 continues the idea of "The Journey," where the interviewee shares their unique and interesting life path that leads them to where they are today. This episode's guest is Township High School District 211 Superintendent, Dr. Lisa Small. Listen in to hear ...

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In Episode 4, Kirk and Drew delve into the concept of "The Journey," which will be an ongoing episode topic for the podcast. Special guest Shawn Sullivan, Associate Athletic Director at Ball State University, shares with us his very cool and unique life journey and personal reflections. 

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November 29, 2020 30 mins

In Episode 3, Kirk J. Macnider and Andy Lazzara discuss the concept and practice of showing gratitude. An article that addresses four changes in the brain that can result from practicing gratitude is reviewed. The special guest in this episode is Mary Kay Prusnick, School Board Vice President for Schaumburg School District 54. 

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In Episode 2 of "The Kurt and Andy Educational Podcast," Kirk and Drew explore the concept of being a reflective practitioner, both personally and professionally. The special guest interview is Gerry James, Assistant Principal at Hoffman Estates High School. 

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Kirk and Drew kick off the podcast with some light conversation about the history of their names and how they prefer to be addressed. A quotation by George Washington Carver is discussed. The show's first guest is Mary Kate Smith, who is new to Schaumburg High School this year as a 12-month Assistant Principal. 

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