"The Bulldog Educator" with Kirsten Wilson and Matthew Caston
67 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago -This is the fifth season of musings, passions, and reflective learning of Matthew Caston and Kirsten Wilson with a focus on education. Tenacious in spirit and commitment to ensure all students have the access and opportunity to learn. We explore the compelling stories of our past and present to enrich the lives of our educators, scholars, and community. Join me in this adventure and make The Bulldog Educator your "best friend!"
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Episodes
Episode 14, Season 1: Random Thoughts and 10 Things Learned in January
February 19, 2021 04:50 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode The Bulldog Educator podcast host, Kirsten Wilson, vulnerably shares some of her struggles with the podcast, the lessons, and self-preservation strategies she has acquired in the month of January. At the end of the podcast, she asks her listeners for ideas and topics that they would like to see in future episodes. You can locate the podcast on the original platform, Anchor, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and others. Additionally, you can follow The Bulldog Educator...
Episode 13, Season 1: 20 Reflections for 2020, Loving Others, and #oneword for 2021
January 06, 2021 22:00 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode, The Educator Bulldog podcast host, Kirsten Wilson, shares her 20 reflections from the 2020 year. In this episode she shares her own thoughts, transformation of ideas she had over the 2020 year through the pandemic, her heart for youth, and finally her #oneword for 2021. She shares, unashamed her learning... some may be considered controversial, and her belief that over everything we need to love one another. She also hopes that listeners will continue to connect with her thr...
Episode 12, Season 1: Remembering Our Strengths
December 11, 2020 02:23 - 10 minutes - 9.99 MBIn this episode, Bulldog Educator Podcast host, Kirsten Wilson, talks about remembering our strengths as educators. In the current situation is is very easy for us to forget the gifts and strengths we bring to the our learning environments. She reminds us to know ourselves so we can in turn help our students discover their strengths. Ultimately, she encourages us to rise by lifting up those around us. To continue to listen to other podcasts by The Bulldog Educator, be sure to subscribe on you...
Episode 11, Season 1: Impact and Determination
October 28, 2020 22:21 - 7 minutes - 6.79 MBIn this episode, "The Bulldog Educator" Podcast host, Kirsten Wilson, discusses the value of focusing on impact vs. determination. In the podcast she references Educational Thought Influencer and Leader, George Couros, and recent guest on his podcast, "Innovator's Mindset", Meghan Lawson. Listen in as Kirsten reflects and challenges us all to seek the impact for ourselves and for others. You can find "The Bulldog Educator" through Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, as well as via "The Bulldo...
Episode 10, Season 1: Reaching Out
October 09, 2020 00:27 - 9 minutes - 8.87 MBIn this episode TBE host, Kirsten Wilson, shares how she’s trying to cope through this ongoing pandemic and how we can make a not-so-good time as educators a little better by just reaching out. Connect with TBE on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
Episode 8, Season 1: You Matter, a Word of Encouragement to Educators
September 17, 2020 16:45 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBThank you for your continued support of The Bulldog Educator Podcast! This episode was a solo cast from our host, Kirsten Wilson. This episode is a dedication to all the educators that are making it one day at a time, teaching in the most unusual of situations during the COViD 19 Global Pandemic. We encourage you to connect with us via Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, as well as connect with other educators. You are not alone! Also, if you have an idea or a topic you wish for The Bulldog ...
Episode 9, Season 1: You Matter, a Word of Encouragement to Educators
September 17, 2020 16:45 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBThank you for your continued support of The Bulldog Educator Podcast! This episode was a solo cast from our host, Kirsten Wilson. This episode is a dedication to all the educators that are making it one day at a time, teaching in the most unusual of situations during the COViD 19 Global Pandemic. We encourage you to connect with us via Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, as well as connect with other educators. You are not alone! Also, if you have an idea or a topic you wish for The Bulldog ...
Episode 8, Season 1: Share the Mic with Jasmine Wilson- Student Voices
September 01, 2020 02:57 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBHost note: This particular episode is dedicated to all the lives that have been lost. This episode was recorded on the night of the shooting of Jacob Blake. In this episode The Bulldog Educator host, Kirsten Wilson, hands over the mic to fellow educator, civic leader, and friend, Jasmine Wilson. Jasmine facilitates a discussion with three young people who share their heart, their fears, and their wisdom. We hope that listeners hear the heart of these youth, their passion, their hope, and th...
Episode 7, Season 1: A Chat with Karen Norton about Being a First Year Teacher in a Pandemic with bonus tips for Veteran Educators and Administrators
August 16, 2020 22:48 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this episode guest, Karen Norton- Recruitment and Retention Specialist at Arch Ford ESC, shares with podcast host, Kirsten Wilson, ideas, suggestions, and advice for first-year educators as they begin their career in education. In the conversation, it is discussed the unique start to this year in the midst of a pandemic, along with additional advice for veteran educators and administrators. Educators that would like to connect with Karen Norton, can find her on Twitter: @nortnik or on Fa...
Episode 6, Season 1: An Instructional Model in Online Learning
July 31, 2020 04:47 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBIn this episode The Bulldog Educator Podcast host, Kirsten Wilson, shares her heart's work regarding an Online Learning Instructional Model incorporating several aspects including the triangle of learning between the teacher, curriculum, and student. The lesson line for determining how instruction should be both delivered and received, and the importance of alignment, evaluation of the instruction, and a guaranteed viable curriculum. To access the blog post that has links to the interactiv...
Episode 5, Season 1: Space to Pivot
July 17, 2020 23:31 - 7 minutes - 6.65 MBIn this episode, The Bulldog Educator Podcast host, Kirsten Wilson, shares about the need for space to pivot in our present circumstances. You can find this podcast and previous episodes on multiple podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, and Pocketcast. For additional content and connection to The Bulldog Educator, follow on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. You can also read more about The Bulldog Educator and education-related topics via The Bulldog Educator Blog....
Episode 4, Season 1: Exploring the World of Sketchnoting
July 02, 2020 20:32 - 9 minutes - 8.84 MBIn this episode "The Bulldog Educator" host, Kirsten Wilson, shares her journey of discovering the benefits of sketchnoting. She also shares with listeners the primary influencers on her for sketchnoting, including author of "The Pencil Made Me Do It: A Guide to Sketchnoting" Carrie Baughcum (@HeckAwesome on Twitter). Learn about her learning mascots, the #DoodleandChat community, and the seven things she has come to learn about sketchnoting. You can connect with The Bulldog Educator via Fa...
Episode 3, Season 1: The Seriousness of Self-Care... Seriously!
June 23, 2020 03:19 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this episode, The Bulldog Educator Podcast host, Kirsten Wilson, shares her personal journey with self-care, her own misunderstandings about what self-care is, and what ways she is taking self-care seriously through consistency, joy, permission slips, leaning in/getting curious, and goals with grace. Resources mentioned in the podcast are: Brene' Brown's book Braving the Wilderness Tina Boogren's books 180 Days of Self-Care and Take Time for Yourself. Facebook group "Self-Care for Edu...
Episode 2, Season 1: Influencers of The Bulldog Educator
June 17, 2020 02:38 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBGet to know the host of The Bulldog Educator, Kirsten Wilson, as she shares some of the influencers that have shaped her as an educator and her passion as a learner over the years. She will share known social media education influencers, authors, podcasters, and individuals who have had a profound impact on her. For details and links to some of the authors, social media influencers, and podcasters, visit "The Bulldog Educator Blog" at thebulldogedu.org. You can also find The Bulldog Educat...
Episode 1, Season 1- TBEP Core Values
June 09, 2020 01:55 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBIn this episode, host, Kirsten Wilson, shares the core values of The Bulldog Educator podcast. Learn more about TBEP values on collaboration, self-care, communication, vulnerability, and student voice. You can also read about the 10 Core Values of The Bulldog Educator at The Bulldog Educator Blog. Recording platform Anchor.FM Content and recording created by Kirsten Wilson Producer David Galvez Music created by David Galvez
Bonus Episode: What can I do better?
June 03, 2020 04:34 - 9 minutes - 8.78 MBThis bonus episode is to give voice to the racial injustice brought to light by the murder George Floyd and other POC. It is an honest conversation by host Kirsten Wilson as she seeks to be an ally for the black community. For other places to follow look up "The Bulldog Educator" on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @thebulldogedu and the blog thebulldogedu.org .
Introduction to The Bulldog Educator Episode 0 Season 1
June 02, 2020 02:48 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBWelcome to The Bulldog Educator Podcast, hosted by Kirsten Wilson. In this episode you will get to know a little more about the host and her experience as an educator, as well as what you can expect in upcoming podcasts. For other places to follow look up "The Bulldog Educator" on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @thebulldogedu and the blog thebulldogedu.org .