
Tom Whisinnand and Josh Monroe, two award winning educators are on a mission to discover, learn with and interview THE BEST educators from around the world!
On this journey, Tom and Josh find out what these amazing teachers do to stay inspired and become re-inspired, if they ever feel the "flame" of passion start to dwindle.
Each and every episode is ended by asking the incredible educators, "W... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 61 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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In this season finale, hosts Josh Monroe and Tom Whisinnand reflect on their experiences connecting with educators worldwide, emphasizing the importance of human connection, systemic support, and embracing student strengths. They share insights from ... more
*** This episode was recorded on February 14, 2021. ***
Josh and Tom continue their adventure to find out "What the World Needs Now," by talking with Top 10 finalist in the Global Teacher Prize and North Dakota Teacher of the Year, Leah Juelke! Her ... more
In this episode, Tom and Josh talk with Alissa Hinz, a passionate educator who shines as she discusses her unique approach in the classroom. With nearly 14 years of experience, she emphasizes the importance of inclusion and collaboration.
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In this previously recorded episode (2021), Josh and Tom talk with Beth Deacon, an award winning teacher from Iowa about how she inspires her students, no matter where they are. Beth also discusses her book, "7 Doors In".
Huge thanks to Harmony Aca... more
In this inspiring interview, educator and social media influencer Jere Chang shares her journey from a challenging school experience to becoming a gifted education teacher and author. She discusses the importance of authenticity, supporting neurodive... more
This episode was previously released on January 10, 2021:
In this episode, Tom and Josh speak with Jaime Casap, the former Chief Educational Evangelist of Google, about creating educational equality and what the Covid-19 Pandemic has meant for educa... more
In this episode, Mai Xi Lee discusses the importance of social emotional learning (SEL) in education, emphasizing that it is foundational to equity and not just an add-on. She shares her journey in education, the significance of belonging for student... more
This episode was previously released on January 3, 2021:
Eric Depue is now a full time therapist, who supports the emotional needs of students, outside of the school setting.
This week, Josh and Tom chat with Eric Depue, a school Social Worker abo... more









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Educator-focused conversations featuring thoughtful teachers, administrators, and education professionals who share practical strategies for belonging, equity, and student-centered learning. Episodes spotlight inclusive practices, social-emotional learning, leadership, and system-wide change, often weaving in real-world classroom stories, partnerships, and strategies to sustain teacher motivation. A notable through-line is human-centered approaches to education and the emphasis on collaboration, mentorship, and compassionate leadership. The format frequently centers on actionable takeaways for schools, districts, and classroom teams, with guest voices from diverse educational settings around the world.
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Recent guests on What the World Needs Now include:
1. Leah Juelke
2. Alissa Hinz
3. Beth Deacon
4. Jere Chang
5. Jaime Casap
6. Mai Xi Lee
7. Eric Depue
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