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Teaching While Queer

Teaching While Queer

Hosted by: Bryan Stanton

Teaching While Queer is a space for 2SLGBTQIA+ educational professionals to share their stories working in academia. We dive into our experiences as students and how that informed our work in academia as adults....

Episodes

Illuminating the Queer Educator's Journey: Autumn Sundt on Identity, Challenges, and Visibility in the Classroom

Season #2 Episode #26

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 26Navigating the crossroads of identity and profession can be a labyrinth for queer educators, but Autumn Sundt, a non-binary lesbian and beacon of insight, guides us through...
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Shaping Safe Spaces for Students of All Genders and Sexualities

Season #2 Episode #25

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 25Transformed from a self-proclaimed homophobe to an unwavering champion for 2S LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools, our guest, a trailblazing school counselor, sits with me, Bryan...
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Embracing Authenticity and Courage: Am're Ford on Being Queer in Conservative Classrooms and Revolutionizing Music Education

Season #2 Episode #24

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 24Have you ever found yourself wrestling with identity in a place that doesn't quite seem ready to accept you? My conversation with the inspiring Am're Ford, an educator and...
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Embracing Identity: Michael Gagnon's Journey as a Queer Educator in a Conservative State

Season #2 Episode #23

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 23Navigating the complexities of identity in the classroom, Michael Gagnon (he/him), a seasoned high school English teacher, joins us to share his powerful story of growing up...
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Navigating the Educational Currents: Julio Carpio on Being Queer A Educator in Today's Schools

Season #2 Episode #22

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 22Strap in for an intimate journey through the world of queer education with myself, Brian Stanton, and the exceptional Julio Carpio (he/they). Together, we navigate the nuanced...
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Embracing the Challenge: SJ Janjua on Being a Trans Educators

Season #2 Episode #21

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 21It takes a special kind of courage to navigate the educational field while embracing a queer identity, a truth SJ Janjua (they/them) and I know all too well. As we sit down...
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The Intersection of Queerness and Education: E Ciszek's Journey as a Parent and Educator

Season #2 Episode #20

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 20Navigating the complexities of identity as a queer educator and parent is a journey fraught with challenges, triumphs, and poignant reflections. Join me, Bryan Stanton,...
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James Young on Cultivating Inclusive Classrooms for All Identities

Season #2 Episode #19

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 19Ever wondered how the simple choice of pronouns can shape a student's educational journey? Join me as we unravel the tapestry of queerness and education with the help of James...
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Authenticity in Education: Grant Moss on Being a Gay Educator in a Conservative Landscape

Season #2 Episode #18

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 18Ever found yourself at the crossroads of identity and profession, especially within the halls of academia? Grant Moss, an associate professor of English at Utah Valley...
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Pioneering Queer Advocacy in Schools and Beyond with Ed Sparan

Season #2 Episode #17

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 17Have you ever wondered how the threads of personal history, activism, and education weave together to shape our understanding of critical social issues? I, Brian Stanton, am...
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Transforming the Educational Landscape: A Pollicino's Proactive Advocacy for Queer Inclusivity in Academia

Season #2 Episode #16

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 16Do you ever wonder what it's like navigating academia as a 2S LGBTQ+ educator? We've got an incredibly enlightening conversation for you! We're joined by A Pollicino, a...
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Cultivating Compassion: A Conversation with Annabel Flemate

Season #2 Episode #15

Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 15Join us on a journey of understanding and self-discovery with Annabel Flamate, a passionate pre-K and TK teacher who uses sign language as another creative tool for connecting...
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