Minor Wisdom
228 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 19 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsA weekly interview that focuses on a new theatre educator’s journey each week.
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Mandy Conner
August 04, 2019 21:00 - 39 minutes - 71.8 MBMandy Conner spent some time on her way from Waco to Houston to give me an interview that focused on her own writing, craftiness, and some of her ways of managing all that she accomplishes. Please consider sending a 60 second clip of what fine arts education means to you. @minorwisdompod [email protected] iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Google
H. Russ Brown
July 28, 2019 21:00 - 57 minutes - 106 MBH. Russ Brown is not just a huge fan of Captain America but he can also teach you how to fight Captain America and talk to him with funny voices! I had a great time getting to know H while endulging in some BBQ. Check him out at www.hrussbrown.com as well as his combat choreo company www.a2dtstagecombat.com. @minorwisdompod iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google
Miranda Richter
July 21, 2019 21:00 - 45 minutes - 83 MBMiranda Richter is a dance teacher, district facilitator, and department chair that has been teaching for over a decade. With a very theatrical upbringing and a good grasp on what makes a great production, I decided to veer off the path this week and get a bit of a perspective and history from another side of the fine arts. @minorwisdompod iTunes, Spotify, Google, iHeartRadio, etc. Please like and leave reviews!!!
Amy (Steele) Wernig - Part 2
July 14, 2019 21:00 - 48 minutes - 89.7 MBHere is the second part to a conversation with a rather cool individual, Amy Wernig. If you did not listen to part 1, do so. There are a couple of references in part 2 that might not make sense. Make sure to subscribe and leave a great review!!! iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Google @minorwisdompod
Anthony Nieves-Sawyer
July 07, 2019 12:00 - 51 minutes - 94.8 MBThanks for listening yet again. Tell your friends about this podcast and subscribe!!! @minorwisdompod @mrblakeminor iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, iHeartRadio
Destyne Miller
June 29, 2019 23:00 - 36 minutes - 65.9 MBI will get back to part 2 of Amy Wernig's interview, but I felt it was an appropriate time to post the interview from The Destyne Miller! I was able to have a chat with her during our summer theatre camp, even though we were interrupted by one of her former students, Avery Ford. This is great interview with someone doing some amazing work with a newly successful theatre program. @minorwisdompod @mrblakeminor iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, GooglePlay
Amy (Steele) Wernig - Part 1
June 23, 2019 22:00 - 41 minutes - 76.9 MBA first for Minor Wisdom, a two-parter. Amy Wernig's mind is constantly moving and is constantly wanting to share, share, share all of the knowledge inside of it. As a trained, and active, dramaturg, Amy has been able to carve out a unique career and fun perspective on theatre and education. It does not hurt that she is one of the kindest humans on the Earth. @minorwisdompod, @mrblakeminor iTunes, Google, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher...please subscribe!
Ezekiel Morgan
June 16, 2019 22:00 - 44 minutes - 82.1 MBDuring a 6 day summer theatre camp, Ezekiel Morgan was kind enough to share is story and some of his wisdom with me before getting to work and directing a full production in a 6 day time span! @minorwisdompod @mrblakeminor Minor Wisdom
Paula Rodriguez
June 09, 2019 22:00 - 42 minutes - 78.7 MBEpisode 19 is a great one where I was fortunate enough to sit down and have lunch with the new UIL One-Act Play State Theatre Director, Paula Rodriguez. @mrblakeminor @minorwisdompod (Twitter and Instagram) MinorWisdom (Facebook) Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, iHeartRadio
Larry Smiglewski (w/ K'Lynn Childress)
June 02, 2019 22:00 - 48 minutes - 88.6 MBThis really is a can't miss episode! If you do not know Larry Smiglewski, this interview will force you to find him and become his very best friend! Stay tuned for the curtain call with K'Lynn Childress of Table Work Collective. @mrblakeminor Minor Wisdom on Facebook iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google, iHeartRadio
Mandi Tapia, Jacob Layton, Bryan Cortes
May 26, 2019 23:00 - 35 minutes - 64.7 MBI had to make a stop in Austin, Texas this week so why not work my way through Bastrop, TX on the way home to grab a burger and have a chat with three unique educators? So, that's what I did. @mrblakeminor Facebook: Minor Wisdom iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, iHeartRadio
Bob Singleton
May 19, 2019 22:43 - 1 hour - 110 MBI was so flattered that my mentor, Bob Singleton, took some time to grab lunch and let one of his former students, me, ask him about him. Please enjoy the conversation, the random music in the background, and the wisdom. @mrblakeminor Facebook: Minor Wisdom iTunes, Spotify, Google
Ep. 15 - Michael Powell (plus more summer camps)
May 12, 2019 23:00 - 56 minutes - 104 MBThis week, amidst all of the flooding, I made some time for Mr. Michael Powell at Gary High School. He has been doing some amazing work at a State qualifying 2A school this year. Also this week are some more summer program opportunities for students. @mrblakeminor (on Twitter) @MinorWisdom (on Facebook) iTunes, Spotify, Google
Bonus Episode - Texas Thespians Professional Development (w/Alex Cannon and Ethan Mock)
May 11, 2019 00:28 - 26 minutes - 48.3 MBI had an unexpected day off due to Mother Nature. Therefore, I decided to post a bonus episode discussing a professional development opportunity offered this summer, in four cities in Texas. And, because they won't stop bothering me, here is another fun interview with Ethan Mock and Alex Cannon. @mrblakeminor Minor Wisdom on Facebook iTunes, Spotify, Google Play
Ep. 14 - Nicole Morgan (Summer Theatre Camps)
May 06, 2019 00:00 - 49 minutes - 90.3 MBI interviewed Nicole Morgan this week, discussing the Thespian Board, having your own children in your program, and STOs. I was also joined by the creators of Backdoor Theatre, Talented 10th Theatre, and Theatre Off the Square's summer theatre programs. @mrblakeminor Subscribe on iTunes, Google, Spotify
Ep. 13 - Larry Dachslager
April 29, 2019 00:27 - 41 minutes - 76.7 MBLarry Dachslager was a theatre teacher in Texas for 3 decades before going off to Chicago to complete his Bachelors and Masters degrees. His perspective is unique and his knowledge is vast! The curtain call this week feature UIL 6A State Director, Paul Fillingim and his experience with some elements of his time at State. @mrblakeminor iTunes, Google, PodBean, Spotify
Ep. 12 - 12 UIL OAP State Qualifying Directors
April 22, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 186 MBIt was an amazing week of interviews with 12 UIL OAP State qualifying directors in Texas! Featured on this podcast are Natasha Tolleson, Destyne Miller, Steward Savage, Megan Moore, Billie Harvey, Sergio Sauceda, Jennifer Paton, Gena Lea Smith, Paul Fillingim, Shawn Duthie, Jon Clark, and Jessica Bentley. If you do not learn anything from this episode, you should probably retire.
Ep. 11 - Tress Kurzym
April 15, 2019 00:00 - 43 minutes - 79.8 MBMrs. Tress Kurzym, former Texas teacher, and now Illinois inspiration, was kind enough to carve out some time from her busy schedule to chat about her time in Texas, who inspires her, and why she feels uncomfortable in the Gateway Arch (which I called "Golden Arch").
Ep. 10 - Darla Jones (w/ Mandi Tapia)
April 08, 2019 00:00 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MBOne of the people I adore the most, Ms. Darla Jones, spent a bit of time with me on the phone this week. We discuss theatre in charter schools, Texas Thespians, and a bit more. Also, back for another week of abuse is Ms. Mandi Tapia, one of the many directors that Darla has had a profound impact on. Enjoy! @mrblakeminor
BONUS Episode - Wrestlemania 35 Predictions
April 05, 2019 04:16 - 1 hour - 147 MBThis is waaaaaay off topic of education and theatre education. I expect 2 people to listen to this but I am going to take advantage of this outlet to share thoughts on the biggest weekend in wrestling, Wrestlemania weekend! Jay Thomas and I had some dinner while discussing our childish thoughts on men fighting in underwear whilst soaked in baby oil. If you too are an out of the closet wrestling nerd, enjoy. If you are just here for the regularly scheduled program, it will be back Sunday nigh...
Ep. 9 - Luis Munoz
April 01, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBWhat an honor to have dinner with Mr. Luis Munoz, all the while picking his brain about One-Act Play, high school theatre, classic movies, and much more. Enjoy this interview with one of the most fascinating minds in theatre education to ever live. Make sure you subscribe if you enjoy the show. @mrblakeminor - Twitter @MinorWisdom - Facebook
Ep. 8 - Mr. Phillip Taylor
March 24, 2019 23:19 - 40 minutes - 74.9 MBI had lunch with Mr. Phillip Taylor, formerly of Fort Bend ISD (Assistant Fine Arts Director) and is now in Austin ISD as the Administrative Supervisor of Fine Arts. We had a great chat about classroom teachers, UIL, and his days as a varsity football player. Enjoy!
Ep. 7 - Jim Johnson (University of Houston, accenthelp.com)
March 18, 2019 01:07 - 49 minutes - 78.9 MBThis week, Jim Johnson had the pleasure of coming on Minor Wisdom and sharing some of his amazing knowledge and expertise. Fun guy, fun interview.
Ep. 6 - Missy Whitis (w/ Alex Cannon and Ethan Mock)
March 11, 2019 04:21 - 1 hour - 104 MBThis week, I had the pleasure of interviewing improv extraordinaire, Missy Whitis, from (amongst other places) the University of Cincinnati. I also sat down with Mr. Alex Cannon and Mr. Ethan Mock to discuss their experiences as theatre students in high school.
Ep. 5 - Dr. Jerry Ivins, Mandi Tapia
March 04, 2019 05:00 - 48 minutes - 87.2 MBThis week, Dr. Jerry Ivins sat down with me to discuss his background and his experience in theatre (and UIL One-Act Play). I have another conversation with Mandi Tapia, as well, discussing OAP clinics. Enjoy!
Ep. 4 - The (Already) New Minor Wisdom with Hal Bowman & Jay Thomas
February 25, 2019 05:00 - 32 minutes - 58.7 MBThis week is an all new version, less monotone, of Minor Wisdom! New segments and a new microphones are spicing things up for the educators out there that need some energy as we get closer to OAP season and Spring Break! Enjoy the few minutes I was able to talk with Mr. Hal Bowman and Mr. Jay Thomas.
Ep. 4 - The (Already) New Minor Wisdom with Hal Bowman & Jay Thomas
February 25, 2019 05:00 - 32 minutes - 58.7 MBThis week is an all new version, less monotone, of Minor Wisdom! New segments and a new microphones are spicing things up for the educators out there that need some energy as we get closer to OAP season and Spring Break! Enjoy the few minutes I was able to talk with Mr. Hal Bowman and Mr. Jay Thomas.
Minor Wisdom Ep. 2 - Theatre as Competition (w/ Mandi Tapia)
February 11, 2019 05:00 - 38 minutes - 69.1 MBEnjoy the second episode (but really the first) of Minor Wisdom. This episode is a slap in the face and features my opinion on theatre as a competition. Fortunately, Mandi Tapia joins me to help reinforce some of my thoughts and backs up some ideas. Enjoy.