The People Teaching People Podcast
The People Teaching People Podcast is the place to talk about all things teaching and learning. Hosted by educator, course development consultant, lifelong learner, and mom of three, Tiana Fech, this podcast will dive into how education truly plays an important and integral role in all facets of our lives – how we work, do business, live, play, explore, and build relationships. Get curious and be inspired by personal reflections and conversations about the who, what, when, where, why, and how of teaching and learning in a world where there is always more to discover.
Episodes
May 6, 2025 • 36 mins
What is the power of poetry?
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with the remarkable Wakefield Brewster. Our conversation was a deep dive into the power of poetry, the importance of literacy, and how one can find and embrace their voice through poetry.
Wakefield Brewster is not just a professional poet and spoken word artist with over two decades of experience. He is an educator an...
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April 22, 2025 • 22 mins
Have you ever noticed how often we talk about curiosity… but rarely stop to explore what it really means? What it looks like in our everyday lives? Or how it quietly shapes the way we connect, learn, and grow?
Over the years, as a student, a teacher, and now a parent, I’ve come to see curiosity as more than just a trait. It’s a mindset. A way of being. A quiet, steady force that keeps us open to ideas, to people, to possibility.
In...
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April 8, 2025 • 20 mins
What inspires two teenagers to create a business dedicated to spreading joy and building connections in a world that often feels overwhelming?
17 year old Mercedes and 14 year old Anastasia are sisters and co-founders of the company, Small Bits of Happiness. Their mission is to help individuals of all ages find more happiness in daily life as well as build happy habits and connections. As two teens, Mercedes and Anastasia understan...
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March 25, 2025 • 14 mins
Have you ever stopped to question the way we think about education? The way we define success? The way learning should look and feel?
For a long time, I didn’t. I followed the path, checked the boxes, and did what I was supposed to do. But over the years, as a student, teacher, and now a parent, I’ve come to realize that learning isn’t one-size-fits-all. And the way we measure success? That might need rethinking too.
In this solo e...
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March 11, 2025 • 50 mins
Have you ever found yourself wondering what's happening to your body, feeling disconnected, or struggling with unexplainable changes as you enter your 40s or beyond?
These are common experiences for many facing perimenopause, a phase that often catches individuals off guard due to lack of information and societal dialogue. In this episode of the People Teaching People podcast, I’m joined by Mikelle Ethier, co-founder of This Is Per...
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February 25, 2025 • 19 mins
Have you ever noticed that when people don’t see the relevance of what they’re learning, they tune out—whether it’s students in a classroom or employees in a training session? If learners don’t understand the “but why” something matters, they won’t care. And if they don’t care, they won’t learn.
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, we’re diving into how relevance and purpose can transform learning from a passive e...
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February 11, 2025 • 45 mins
Are you curious about how understanding your brain can transform learning, teaching, and everyday life? In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I sit down with Samantha Woods, the founder of Kaizen Education Services and a self-proclaimed "brain nerd," who has spent over 20 years exploring neuroscience and its practical applications. Together, we discuss how executive functioning skills are the key to thriving in tod...
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January 28, 2025 • 23 mins
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, we’re diving into microlearning - an innovative way to teach and share knowledge in small, digestible chunks. Whether you’re a teacher, corporate trainer, coach, or content creator, microlearning offers a way to engage your audience, improve knowledge retention, and make learning accessible for today’s fast-paced world.
We’ll explore what microlearning is, why it works so well,...
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January 14, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I am joined by Paisley Churchill.
Paisley is one of my incredible clients – and when I say ‘incredible,’ I truly mean it. We started working together this fall to create an online, self-directed course. From the start, Paisley impressed me with her deep knowledge, diverse and rich life experiences, and her warm, engaging personality. She’s not only fun to work with, but her com...
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December 17, 2024 • 44 mins
Is it time to redefine what success looks like for you?
Many of us reach a point where we feel the need to reassess our paths and find true alignment in our lives.
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I am joined by Fede Vargas.
Fede is a leader in podcasting, leveraging over 15 years of experience in sales and distribution within the media and entertainment industry. He is the founder of My Most Authentic Life, a...
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December 3, 2024 • 46 mins
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I am joined by Tchadas Leo.
Tchadas is an Indigenous TV Journalist, Podcaster, TV host, Actor, Producer and Documentarian based on Vancouver Island. His Indigenous lineage belongs with the Homalco First Nation and the Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians. He also has Peruvian & Argentinian ancestry.
Tchadas has been with the CHEK Media group, with his multi-national award-winning po...
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November 19, 2024 • 53 mins
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I am joined by Emily Lee.
Emily is a registered Occupational Therapist, and Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. She is passionate about working with autistic children and their families and continues to dive deeply into her own ongoing learning about interventions that can support her clients. Since graduating from a Bachelor's degree in OT at the University of Toronto (2002), s...
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November 5, 2024 • 33 mins
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I am joined by Miss Anne Goresht, former host of the children's television show Romper Room and author of “I Am a Big Brother with a Superpower”.
Miss Anne shares her journey from hosting Romper Room, a pioneering educational children's show, to becoming an author and a passionate advocate for children's reading and learning. She details her surprising path to becoming the host...
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In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I am joined by Monika Scott and Robyn Mair, co-founders of Mint Cleaning Products.
I first learned about Mint Cleaning Products when I was at a local coffee shop and community hub - called Social Grounds - in the community of Oakridge in Calgary, Alberta. Social Grounds also sells snacks and ice cream, hosts art classes and fitness classes, and sells products made by local and...
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October 8, 2024 • 34 mins
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I am joined by Jamie McInnis and Teresa Bent to discuss their roles and the exciting innovation and work happening in the Applied Research and Innovation Services (ARIS) Hub at SAIT, the Southern Institute of Technology, in Calgary, Alberta.
Jamie McInnis, the Director of the ARIS Hub at SAIT, has 20 years experience managing and leading research teams in an entrepreneurial, p...
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September 24, 2024 • 43 mins
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I sit down with Yasmin Khan, founder and principal consultant of Yasmin Khan Consulting Services. Yasmin discusses her journey from a career civil servant in various levels of government to becoming an entrepreneur. She shares insights about her passion for libraries and knowledge management, the influence of COVID-19 on her career decisions, and her deep interest in emerging t...
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September 10, 2024 • 59 mins
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I sit down with Jeff Humphreys, owner and founder of Shortline Creative and host of The Calgary Sessions podcast. Jeff and I met in person for the first time at The GRAND theatre in downtown Calgary in early 2024. Jeff’s company was doing some interviewing and filming for promotional material for PodSummit YYC, an upcoming podcast conference that I am so excited about taking pl...
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June 25, 2024 • 56 mins
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I’m joined by Jelena Bajic, the Dean of the Faculty of Business, Environment, Technology, and Continuing Education at NorQuest College in Edmonton, Alberta. Jelena shares her journey from Yugoslavia to South Africa, the UK, Saudi Arabia, and ultimately Canada, highlighting her passion for high employee engagement, motivation, and professional development.
Jelena discusses her ...
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June 11, 2024 • 49 mins
In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, I’m joined by Mariya Stokes, a talented and community-focused country music artist from Stavely, Alberta. Mariya shares her journey from growing up in a musical family to becoming Country Music Alberta's two-time Horizon Female Artist of the Year. She discusses her songwriting process, the importance of community support, and the mentors who have influenced her career. Mariya a...
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In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, Jolie Viguers, a seasoned CPA and financial coach, joins me to discuss a range of topics including money, finances, financial coaching, community, curiosity, and values.
Jolie shares her journey from becoming an accountant to founding Well Bean Coaching, her own financial coaching business, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's money stories and deep values. She ta...
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