Episodes

June 7, 2025

58. Gratitude Lists for Teachers: A Simple End-of-Year Reflection Tool

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...

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June 1, 2025

57. 10 Things Teachers Should Let Go of This Summer (and One to Keep)

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...

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May 31, 2025

56. Small Habits for a Happier, Healthier, Stronger End of School Year

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...

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May 24, 2025

55. The Chromebook Conundrum: Distraction vs. Learning

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...

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May 24, 2025

54. Teachers: Don’t Let the Year Fizzle Out — Finish Strong!

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...

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May 12, 2025

53. Focus, Fun & Finishing Strong: End of School Year Strategies for …

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...

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May 5, 2025

52. Consistency Over Intensity

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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April 19, 2025

Is Analog Teaching Making a Comeback

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April 19, 2025

51. Why Teachers Need Both Tech and Paper in Modern Classrooms

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...

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April 12, 2025

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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://...

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April 12, 2025

50. Just Do The Thing

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....

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April 4, 2025

49. Navigating Changes in Educational Policy

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 ...

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March 19, 2025

48. Handwriting, Current Events, and Leadership

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...

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March 10, 2025

47. Turning Teaching Challenges into Growth Opportunities

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...

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Feb. 27, 2025

46. The Myth of Learning Styles in Education

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 ...

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Feb. 20, 2025

45. Should Kids Get Smart To Do Good?

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...

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Feb. 5, 2025

44. Teacher Burnout Crisis: AI Solutions & Reading Scores Plummet

Ideas and resources to help you become a happier, healthier, and stronger teacher. Here's the newsletter referenced in the show: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/artificial-intelligence-education-matters-and-cultivating-resi...

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Jan. 29, 2025

43. Old School - Why Edify Weekly Review For Educators

Ideas, tips, and resources for educators. Old School - Why Edify Weekly Review For Educators Here's the newsletter referenced in this video: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/old-school/ ✉️ Check out the Friday Five Newslett...

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Jan. 20, 2025

42. Cognitive Endurance, Expectations, and STEM Education - Weekly Re…

42. Cognitive Endurance, Expectations, and STEM Education - Weekly Review for Educators Here's the newsletter referenced in the show: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/cognitive-endurance-expectations-and-stem-education/ Check...

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Jan. 19, 2025

41. Dare to Be - Inspiration for Teachers

Dare to Be - Inspiration for Teachers A snippet from a recent Friday Five Newsletter for teachers. Here's the newsletter referenced in the show: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/cognitive-endurance-expectations-and-stem-edu...

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Jan. 13, 2025

40. The Kids Are Disengaged - Why Edify Review for Educators

Ideas, tips, and resources for educators. Here's the newsletter discussed in the video: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/the-kids-are-disengaged/ Check out the Friday Five Newsletter for Teachers: https://www.jeremyajorgense...

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Jan. 6, 2025

39. Cellphone Bans, Top Education Stories, and the Power of Kindness …

Here's the newsletter discussed in the video: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/cellphone-bans-top-education-stories-and-the-power-of-kindness/ Check out the Friday Five Newsletter for Teachers: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.co...

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Jan. 2, 2025

38. Classroom Management and Technology - Why Edify Weekly Review for…

Classroom Management and Technology - Why Edify Weekly Review for Educators Ideas, tips, and resources for educators. Explore the articles and resources referenced in the show: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/make-your-tea...

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Dec. 1, 2024

37. Awesome Sauce - Why Edify Review

Awesome Sauce - Why Edify Weekly Review Read the newsletter: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/awesome-sauce-of-life/ Join Us! - https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/newsletter/ Teacher Professional Development Books: https://www...

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