Teaching Tales w/ Brent Coley

Brent Coley

What’s better than a good story? A story with a message! Join Brent and a different guest each episode as they share a story or two from their experiences in education, along with the lessons they've learned that have helped them grow as educators. So pour yourself a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy as Brent sits down with other teachers and administrators to share some entertaining and inspirational stories of growth.

  • 16 minutes 22 seconds
    E119: The Power of Moments

    In this episode, Brent shares three short stories illustrating the power contained in even the briefest of our interactions with others, and how those moments can be life-changing for others…and ourselves.

    15 September 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 1 hour 44 seconds
    E118: Kevin Honeycutt & The Value of the Arts in Education

    Kevin grew up in poverty, attending school in more than 20 states before becoming the first high school and college graduate in his family. For 13 years, he taught K-12 art, summer art camps, and wrote and directed high school plays. He is currently a technology integrationist and staff developer based in Colorado Springs. In this episode, Kevin shares some incredible stories about how music and the arts can be the spark in students’ lives.

    12 May 2024, 6:48 pm
  • 9 minutes 47 seconds
    E117: Contagious Joy

    Ever encountered someone who just exudes joy, who brightens your day when you’re in his or her presence? What if we were able to be that kind of person for those around us? In this episode, Brent shares a recent experience and how it can remind us that every one of us, regardless of position, has the opportunity to share contagious joy.

    23 February 2024, 3:01 am
  • 11 minutes 30 seconds
    E116: Find Your Pollo

    In this episode, Brent shares a personal story to remind us that not only is it important to take care of ourselves so we can better serve others, but that self care can look different for each of us. As silly as it sounds, it might even take the form of a fast food restaurant. 

    25 September 2023, 12:39 am
  • 22 minutes 5 seconds
    E115: The Best Parts of Being a Teacher

    This episode will put a smile on your face as six amazing educators share heartwarming stories that remind us not to focus on the challenges of the job, but rather on the best parts of being a teacher. 


    15 September 2023, 1:45 am
  • 9 minutes 35 seconds
    E114: The Value in Looking Back

    At some point in your life, you may have received the following advice – “Never look back!” While we definitely don’t want to live in the past, in this episode, Brent uses a personal story to make the case that looking back isn’t just okay, it’s necessary to remember and appreciate how far we’ve come.

    4 May 2023, 2:38 am
  • 40 minutes 9 seconds
    E113: Tisha Richmond & Finding Joy in What We Do

    Tisha is an innovative district Student Engagement & Professional Development Specialist, international speaker, Canva Learning Consultant, and Canva Education Creator from Southern Oregon. Previously, she served as a district Tech Integration Specialist and taught Family & Consumer Science for 25 years. Tisha is also a podcast host and author of Make Learning Magical. In this episode, Tisha and Brent talk about the importance of looking for the joy in what we do, as that joy can be contagious.

    5 April 2023, 2:30 am
  • 16 minutes 56 seconds
    E112: Not Taking Ourselves Too Seriously

    Being a classroom or school leader is a serious job. A very serious job. Please don’t let the title of this episode lead you to believe otherwise. But in this broadcast, Brent reminds listeners that we should never let the mundane-yet-important tasks keep us from having fun and spending time with students.


    25 March 2023, 11:16 pm
  • 33 minutes 39 seconds
    E111: Allyson Apsey & Leading the Whole Teacher (and Student)

    Allyson has been an educator for 24 years, an award-winning school leader for 19 of those years. She is passionate about students and staff and leads others through their strengths. Allyson is also the author of multiple books, most recently publishing Leading the Whole Teacher with Dave Burgess Consulting. In this episode, Allyson discusses the importance of knowing more than just content and the need to make those we serve feel safe, seen, and valued.

    15 March 2023, 3:26 am
  • 35 minutes 22 seconds
    E110: Ashley Yazarlou & How Technology Can Increase Engagement and Transform Our Classrooms

    Ashley has been in the field of education for 17 years. She began her career teaching middle school in Florida and then Long Beach, California, and she is currently an Instructional Technology Specialist in Southern California. She is also the host of the Blending In Podcast where she helps other teachers leverage the power of technology in the classroom. In this episode, Ashley and Brent share stories of how purposefully integrating technology can increase student engagement and transform our classrooms.

    19 February 2023, 7:51 pm
  • 31 minutes 18 seconds
    E109: Kevin Roughton & Teaching With Magic…Disney Magic That Is!

    Kevin has been an award-winning teacher in Southern California for over 20 years, currently teaching classes in history and economics at the high school level. Having a strong desire to share with other educators, Kevin shares a multitude of lessons and digital resources on his website at mrroughton.com. Another of his passions is Disney, and in 2021 he published Teach With Magic, a book that teaches educators how to use the leadership techniques of Disney Imagineers to create incredible learning experiences for students. In this episode, Kevin shares some of the many ways we can make our classrooms magical and engaging places for students.

    12 February 2023, 8:56 pm
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