The Suck Less Tomorrow Podcast
by Carlton Glassford
Suck Less Tomorrow is a podcast for teachers who are done pretending it's easy. In a world obsessed with "greatness" and "champion-level" teaching, sometimes the best you can hope for is to show up and suck a little less than you did yesterday.Join us as we share honest conversations with real educators.
Episodes
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Episode 36: Student Mental Health: When to Push and When to Support | Lawrence Harris
How can teachers support student mental health without pushing students too hard—or making everything too easy? In this episode of Suck Less Tomorrow, host Carlton Glassford sits down with Lawrence Harris, a 20-year-old author and speaker, to explore school anxiety, autism, bullying, and how...
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Episode 35: How to Read the Room: Preempting Behavioral Issues Before They Start | Jonathan Treiber
Can a simple shift in your classroom layout completely transform your student's behavior? In this episode I sit down with Jonathan Treiber, CEO of Skillcare USA, to tackle student anxiety, classroom wellness, and the science of sensory regulation. The old-school "timeout corner" is officially on...
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Episode 34: The Public School Apologist on What Teachers Should Stop Apologizing For | Brad Stooksberry
What are public schools getting wrong—and what are people getting wrong about public schools? In this episode of Suck Less Tomorrow, I sit down with Brad Stukesberry, better known as the Public School Apologist. Brad is a longtime educator, former administrator, and special education professional...
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Episode 33: Teaching Strategies That Reduce Teacher Burnout: Lesson Planning, EdTech & More | Josie Wozniak
Do teachers really need to create a brand-new, engaging lesson every day? Josie Wozniak, a veteran middle school English and history teacher, theater director, and education creator, says no. In this episode of Suck Less Tomorrow, I talk with Josie about using consistent lesson structures and...
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Episode 32: Chris Mukiibi | Using neuroscience in the classroom
How can neuroscience improve classroom management? In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow Podcast, I sit down with chemistry teacher, educational consultant, and content creator Chris Mukiibi to discuss practical, research-informed strategies that help teachers build calmer, more cooperative...
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Episode 31: 31 Years in the Classroom: Why Students Remember How You Made Them Feel | Patrick "Buck" Buckhalter
What does 31 years of teaching teach you? In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow Podcast, I down with veteran educator Patrick "Buck" Buckhalter on his final day with students before retirement. Buck shares how he accidentally became a teacher, why relationships matter more than perfect…
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Episode 30: The Classroom Never Goes According to Plan | Larry Keilman
After more than three decades in the classroom, Larry Keilman has seen just about everything. In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow Podcast, we talk about classroom management, student behavior, special education, teacher growth, and what experience teaches you about working with young…
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Episode 29: The Secret to Surviving 40 Years in Teaching | Dan Weintraub
WARNING: Explicit Language In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Dan Weintraub, a 40-year veteran educator who has taught in public schools, private schools, middle schools, and high schools across the United States. Throughout his career, Dan has taught history,...
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Episode 28: Understanding Student Behavior, Parenting, and Self-Regulation | Gabriel Hannans
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Gabriel Hannans, known online as @the_indomitable_blackman, a special educator, behavior specialist, parenting coach, and foster parent with more than a decade of experience working with children. We discuss student behavior,...
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Episode 27: From Student to Teacher: Classroom Discussions, D&D, and Critical Thinking | Ben Boruff
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Ben Boruff, a veteran English teacher from Indiana—and a former student of mine. Ben and I first met when I was student teaching during the 2008 election cycle. Years later, Ben became an educator himself, and we reconnect to...
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Episode 26: 40 Years in Education: Libraries, Technology, and What Schools Still Get Wrong | Ft. Colette Cassinelli
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down in person with Colette Cassinelli, a veteran educator, library and instructional technology teacher, and instructional coach who is retiring after 40 years in education. Colette shares the story of her career journey from elementary...
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Episode 25: The Classroom Management Advice Most Teachers Need to Hear | Nicole Parks
Note: This episode contains explicit language and is intended for a mature audience. In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Nicole Parks, known online as TeachWithMrs.Parks, for a deep dive into one of the biggest challenges facing educators today: classroom management...
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Episode 24: Teaching in Japan Through the JET Program: Culture, Language, and Education | Erica Reynolds
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Erica Reynolds, an American educator who has been living and teaching in Japan for several years through the JET Program. We talk about her journey from learning Japanese in high school to eventually moving abroad to teach, and…
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Episode 23: Teacher Stress, Grace, and School Leadership | Robert Blumenthal
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I’m joined by veteran Indiana school administrator Robert Blumenthal for an honest conversation about leadership, teaching, and what really matters in education. Rob currently works at the same school we both graduated from — and now supervises...
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Episode 22: School boards, JAG, and College Pals | Derek Morgan
Ever looked at your school board and thought, “What do they even do?” Well, I had the same thought. So I brought school board member and college buddy Derek Morgan on the podcast. In this episode, we dig into what school boards actually do, why decisions can feel slow (or totally invisible), and...
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Episode 21: So You Want to Be a Teacher? Here’s the Part No One Says Out Loud | Marlon White
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Marlon White, educator and author of So You Want to Be a Teacher: The Part No One Says Out Loud, to talk about what really happens when idealism meets the reality of the classroom. We challenge the common advice teachers are given...
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Episode 20: What Principals Really Look For During Walkthroughs | Ft. Barb Flowers
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Barb Flowers, host of The Principal’s Handbook podcast, to talk about school leadership, instructional walkthroughs, and what it really takes to support teachers effectively. Barb shares insights from her experience in educational...
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Episode 19: First-Year Teaching: The Stuff Nobody Prepares You For | Andres Diaz
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I’m joined by Andres Diaz, a first-year elementary PE teacher, to talk about the realities of starting a teaching career. We discuss what the first year of teaching actually feels like, the challenges new teachers face, the support systems that...
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Episode 18:How AI Is Changing Educational Research and Teaching Practice | Ft. David Blumenthal
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with David Blumenthal, CEO and Co-Founder of Eddie AI, an AI platform designed to help educators access research-backed teaching strategies and classroom support. We talk about how artificial intelligence is changing education, the...
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Episode 17: The Pretty Truth About Education | Ft. Maria Williams
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Maria Williams, author of The Pretty Truth About Education, to have an honest conversation about what teaching and education actually look like behind the scenes. We talk about the gap between perception and reality in education,...
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Episode 16: 15 Years of Teaching Spanish: What You Learn About Letting Go | Ft. Shana Chelich
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Shana Chelich, a veteran Spanish teacher from a small town in Indiana, to talk about her 15 years of experience in the classroom and what she has learned along the way. We explore what long-term teaching really looks like beyond…
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Episode 15: Teaching Photography, Dungeons & Dragons, and Creative Thinking | Ft. Mason Hershenow
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Mason Hershenow to talk about teaching photography, creative learning, and how students engage with hands-on, project-based classes. We also get into a fun mix of topics including Dungeons & Dragons, storytelling, and how creative...
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Episode 14: Unions, Classroom Stories, and Many Years in Education | Anita Cox
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Anita, a longtime educator and friend, to talk about her experience in education and the lessons she’s learned over a full career in the classroom. We explore the role of teacher unions, what support and protection they can…
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Episode 13: 28 Years of Teaching French: Classroom Management, Growth, and Wrestling Analogies | Dan
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I’m joined by Dan, a French teacher with 28 years of classroom experience, joining from Florida to talk about teaching, growth, and what it really takes to manage a classroom over time. We discuss early challenges in teaching, how classroom...
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Episode 12: 34 Years in Education: Technology, International Schools, and Teaching Abroad | Ft. Liz Jones
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Liz, an experienced educator from the Netherlands, to talk about technology in education, international schools, and what she has learned over 34 years in the classroom. Joining the conversation while traveling in France, Liz…
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Episode 11: Teaching with LEGO: Creative Learning Strategies for the Classroom | Ft. Justin Owens
In this episode of the Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I’m joined by Justin Owens, author of Brick by Brick Learning: Teaching Content with LEGOs, to talk about creative teaching strategies and hands-on learning in the classroom. We explore how LEGO-based learning can increase student engagement,...
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Episode 10: Nathan - Cell phones, Reservations, and Social Studies
This week I'm joined by Nathan, a teacher from Arizona. We'll talk about student council, student teaching, and student cell phones. Like, comment, share!
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Episode 9: Colin - Art, Burnout, and Okay enough.
In this episode, I'm joined by Colin, an art educator of over two decades. We talk about what it's like teaching at different levels, improving every day, and burning out. Don't forget to like, comment, and share!
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Episode 8: Maggie - Collaborative Grouping, AP vs IB, and Teaching Math
In this episode I'm joined by Maggie, a California math teacher who works hard to make lessons meaningful for her students and combats math stereotypes on the daily. Don't forget to follow!
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Episode 7: Matt - “Try Harder Than Not Trying”
In this week's episode, we're joined by Matt! We get into it talking about AI, great lessons, hybrid learning, and the state of education. Don't forget to follow, comment, and give us a rating.
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Episode 6: Rima - Teaching Math, Changing Schools, and Co-Teaching Pitfalls
On this episode, Rima stops by to talk about teaching math, changing schools, and co-teachers who aren't with it. Don't forget to follow!
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Episode 5: Maritza Medina - From Pre-School to College and Everything in Between
In this episode, we meet with Maritza, a retired educator of 31 years in the classroom. She has taught every level of student you can imagine and lived to tell the tale. We'll talk about all of her time and what she learned in those three decades of service. So, come along and make sure to drop a...
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Episode 4: Linda Quintanilla - The More Things Change (Remastered)
In this episode, I'm joined by Linda, a long-time educator and friend. We discuss changing schools, changing platforms, and the things students will get up to. Like and Follow!
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Episode 3: Caroline Boisvert - Superheroes and Pokémon (Remastered)
In this episode, we're joined by Caroline, a veteran Biology teacher from the Midwest. We discuss science labs, scientific terms, student teachers, and what happens when the lights go out. Like and subscribe for more content!
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Episode 2: Arnold - Art and Fitting in (Remastered)
In this episode, Arnold joins us via telephone to discuss some recent art projects, moving to a new school, and learning to fit in when you're new to campus. Please like and follow for more!
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Episode 1: Billie - Finding Joy and Other Frustrations (Remastered)
In the very first episode of the We'll All Suck Less Tomorrow podcast, I sit down with Billie to talk about finding joy in teaching while navigating the constant pressure educators face every day. We discuss teacher burnout, work-life balance, classroom joy, and the reality of trying to do...
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Suck Less Tomorrow is a podcast for teachers who are done pretending it's easy. In a world obsessed with "greatness" and "champion-level" teaching, sometimes the best you can hope for is to show up and suck a little less than you did yesterday.Join us as we share honest conversations with real educators.
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Carlton Glassford
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