Episodes

Fixing Education: Educator Burnout - PPD155
March 4, 2026

Fixing Education: Educator Burnout - PPD155

Burnout is one of the most common and most difficult challenges facing educators today. In Episode 155 of PodcastPD, Chris Nesi and AJ Bianco tackle the topic head-on as part of their ongoing 2026 series exploring how we migh...

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What “Fixing Education” Really Means - PPD154
Jan. 28, 2026

What “Fixing Education” Really Means - PPD154

In this kickoff episode of PodcastPD’s 2026 monthly series, Chris Nesi and AJ Bianco launch a year-long conversation around one big, loaded question: What does it actually mean to “fix” education? Drawing from their perspecti...

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Burnout, Boundaries, and the Truth About Teaching - PPD152
Nov. 5, 2025

Burnout, Boundaries, and the Truth About Teaching - PPD152

Reddit Reactions: AJ & Chris Answer Teacher Questions

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The Power of Parent-Teacher Partnerships - PPD151
Oct. 8, 2025

The Power of Parent-Teacher Partnerships - PPD151

How Schools Can Thrive with Parent Collaboration

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AI Literacy & Ethics with Kathi Kersznowski - PPD150
Sept. 3, 2025

AI Literacy & Ethics with Kathi Kersznowski - PPD150

In this milestone episode of PodcastPD (Episode 150!), Chris and AJ welcome longtime friend and educator, Kathy Kersznowski , author of The Educator's Guidebook for Teaching AI Literacy and Ethics . Kathy shares why AI litera...

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Closing Out The Year and SummerPD - PPD149
June 4, 2025

Closing Out The Year and SummerPD - PPD149

In Episode 149 of PodcastPD , host Chris Nesi flies solo to help educators wrap up the school year with intention and head into summer feeling empowered and inspired. From meaningful end-of-year classroom strategies to practi...

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Supporting Leaders in Education - PPD146
Dec. 5, 2024

Supporting Leaders in Education - PPD146

Advise for mid- and late-career educators

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Verbally Abusive Parents - PPD144
Oct. 2, 2024

Verbally Abusive Parents - PPD144

Navigating Challenges: From Financial Pressures to Confronting Verbally Abusive Parents

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Zeros in Education - PPD141
July 10, 2024

Zeros in Education - PPD141

Tackling More Questions from Reddit

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Can You Negotiate Your Teacher Salary? - PPD139
May 1, 2024

Can You Negotiate Your Teacher Salary? - PPD139

In this episode of PodcastPD, hosts Chris Nesi and AJ Bianco dive into a range of questions sourced from the internet to offer invaluable insights for educators. Episode 139 explores themes such as salary negotiation for new ...

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Is Professional Development Useful? - PPD138
April 3, 2024

Is Professional Development Useful? - PPD138

AJ & Chris answer education questions from around the web

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Is Professional Development Broken? - PPD135
Dec. 22, 2023

Is Professional Development Broken? - PPD135

In this final episode of 2023, Chris Nesi and AJ Bianco engage in a lively discussion around the critical question: Is professional development (PD) broken? As they navigate through various aspects of PD, from its current sta...

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AI for Admin with Adam Schoenbart - PPD134
Dec. 6, 2023

AI for Admin with Adam Schoenbart - PPD134

Insights on AI for administrators and practical applications in schools

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The AI Educator: Redefining Your Role - PPD133
Nov. 8, 2023

The AI Educator: Redefining Your Role - PPD133

Chris goes solo and talks about the impact is having on educators

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The Future of Teacher PD - PPD132
Oct. 8, 2023

The Future of Teacher PD - PPD132

Meeting Diverse Needs: Customizing PD for Educators

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