Episodes

How Teachers Can Find Real Happiness—With Rosalie Kissmann What if happiness wasn’t something to chase, but something we could teach—and live? In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode, Jeremy talks with Rosalie Kissmann, a...

Soft Planning for Teachers: Start the Year with Purpose & Peace Feeling that mid-summer teacher tension? You’re not alone. In this episode of Why Edify, Jeremy Jorgensen invites you to take a breath and embrace "soft planning...

Let It Be: A Gentle Reset for Teachers This Summer In a culture obsessed with doing, what if your power lies in being? This episode of the Why Edify Podcast invites educators to embrace stillness, ease, and intentional recove...

Flip-Flops, Reflection & Recovery: A Summer Reset for Educators Feeling stretched thin after the school year? You’re not alone. In this light yet deeply reflective episode of the Why Edify podcast, Jeremy invites educators to...

Feeling overwhelmed or stretched thin? This short, heartfelt pep talk is for you. We explore the Japanese concept of Ichi-go Ichi-e—“one time, one meeting”—and how it can help teachers show up with greater presence, purpose, ...

Small Shifts, Big Impact: Building a Calmer, Stronger Teaching Life What if just one small change could bring more ease to your day? 🌱 In this reflective and practical episode of the Why Edify podcast, Jeremy Jorgensen invite...

Recover from Teacher Burnout with the 3R Reset Framework Feeling drained after the school year? You’re not alone — and you’re not broken. In this reflective and supportive video, Jeremy Jorgensen introduces the 3R Reset Frame...

Dave Burgess on Passion, Creativity & the Heart of Teaching What if teaching could feel like a bold act of creativity every day? In this powerful Why Edify Podcast episode, Jeremy Jorgensen sits down with legendary educator a...

Gratitude Lists for Teachers: A Simple End-of-Year Reflection Tool Feeling drained at the end of the school year? You're not alone. Jeremy Jorgensen shares a simple yet transformative practice in this heartfelt episode of the...

10 Things Teachers Should Let Go of This Summer (and One to Keep) As the school year winds down, it's time to release the mental clutter and reclaim your joy, energy, and purpose. 🎒✨ In this heartfelt episode, educator Jeremy...

Small Habits for a Happier, Healthier, Stronger End of School Year Feeling overwhelmed as the school year winds down? This episode offers calm, clarity, and three powerful habits to help you finish strong. Jeremy shares uplif...

The Chromebook Conundrum: Distraction vs. Learning In this episode, Jeremy Jorgensen explores significant themes reshaping education, including the challenges posed by technology like Chromebooks, the impact of AI on critical...

Teachers: Don’t Let the Year Fizzle Out — Finish Strong! How do you keep classroom expectations high when your energy is low? In this episode, educator Jeremy Jorgensen explores why it's essential to maintain high standards i...

Fighting for Focus: Student Engagement Strategies for the End of the School Year Welcome to this week’s episode of the Yedify Podcast, hosted by Jeremy Jorgensen! As we approach the final stretch of the school year, staying f...

This is the first interview on the Why Edify Podcast, and it's worth a listen! Summary: In this engaging conversation, Jeremy Jorgensen interviews Brian Carpenter, an experienced educator and podcaster, about the evolving lan...

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Why Teachers Need Both Tech and Paper in Modern Classrooms In this episode of the Why Edify Podcast, Jeremy Jorgensen discusses the importance of balancing technology in education with analog instruction methods. He shares in...

Thoughts, Reflections, and Ideas for Teachers and Lifelong Learners. This is the podcast “home” of The Friday Five Newsletter for teachers. Become a happier, healthier, and stronger teacher. Check out our newsletter: https://...

Growth happens through doing. Every attempt, failure, and little victory contributes to your development. The act of doing creates a cycle of feedback necessary for improvement. Read the Article: https://www.jeremyajorgensen....

This episode examines the potential impacts of dismantling the Department of Education, emphasizing the risks to educational equity and resources. Strategies for teachers to adapt to changes are explored, including community ...

In this episode of the Why Edify podcast, the importance of handwriting in education is discussed, along with the integration of current events into the classroom, leadership development for educators, the need for innovation...

This episode discusses teachers' challenges and how these obstacles can lead to professional growth and resilience. It emphasizes the importance of reflection, mentorship, and community support in overcoming difficulties in t...

Summary In this episode of the Wide Five Podcast, Jeremy discusses effective instructional strategies, focusing on the importance of self-grading, debunking learning style myths, and emphasizing teacher well-being. He shares ...

In this episode, Jeremy Jorgensen discusses the importance of teaching students to contribute positively to their communities through education. He emphasizes active learning, effective note-taking strategies, and the balance...