Best Mr Ross Miller Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 124: On Retirement (Again) and Lighthouses? 49:15

8d ago49:15

49:15

Your two gregarious hosts take a look at Mr. Miller's return to retirement - for the umpteenth time. There is also a discussion about the possibility of working in a lighthouse as part of a larger project - one that combines the loves, interests and abilities of our hosts. In the meantime, the two hosts tackle notions of work and loneliness as they…

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Episode 123: On Education in the News, Part II 54:41

15d ago54:41

54:41

Your two loveable hosts tackle a couple of stories coming out regarding schools, technology and the hijinks that follow. From AI teachers to the cumulative effect of technology on a student's ability to learn, the hosts look at recent developments in the U.S. The hosts also dive somewhat into a major (probably minor) programming note on a possible …

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Episode 122: On Procrastination 55:29

21d ago55:29

55:29

Your two favorite amicable hosts tackle the thorny and omnipresent problem of procrastination. Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller explore the notion of procrastination, what causes it, ways in which it can be good or bad and how to address fixing the problem. In the process, experience, history, philosophy and problem-solving are used to address this and…

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Episode 121: On the British Empire with Dr. David Baillargeon 54:39

29d ago54:39

54:39

Your two favorite hosts welcome Dr. David Baillargeon from the University of Texas at Arlington to discuss the importance and impact of the British Empire. Dr. Baillargeon focuses on what can be seen and studied with regards to British action in Myanmar (or Burma) and Malaysia. The three do a deep dive in what made the Burmese and Malay experience …

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Episode 120: On the Boxer Rebellion with Dr. Peter Worthing 52:50

1M ago52:50

52:50

The Old School welcomes the great Dr. Peter Worthing of TCU to discuss the Boxer Rebellion. The three gentlemen discuss the origins of the movement, what it was and how it influenced China going into the 20th century and beyond. It is a great conversation that highlights not just the philosophical ideals that modern historians attribute to the Boxe…

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Episode 119: On Educating Boys 51:36

1M ago51:36

51:36

Your two favorite hosts tackle the growing crisis surrounding boys and men and how education could potentially turn those indices around. The podcast takes a look at an article on the re-emergence and saving qualities of an all-boys education and how truly effective something like that could be. The hosts also try to tip toe around various politica…

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Episode 118: On Traveling the World 1:10:37

2M ago1:10:37

1:10:37

Your two favorite hosts discuss the idea of traveling the world and selecting the six spots they would choose to stop and visit. Mr. Miller is planning something for her daughter in a few years so this conversation is a part theoretical and a part practical discussion on the wonderful places we would love to check out. In the comments below, please…

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Episode 117: On Shaping School Leadership with Dr. Patrick McQuillan 1:05:44

2M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

Your two favorite hosts welcome Boston College retired professor, Patrick McQuillan, to speak on his research as well as his new book that looks to shape how school leadership is to be taught and carried out. It is a methodology designed to build greater trust through all parties involved in our education system and in doing so, offer opportunities…

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Episode 116: On the Behaviorist Approach to Schooling with Ksenia Filatov 58:20

2M ago58:20

58:20

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller welcome back Ksenia Filatov, as the three discuss new trends in education that are highlighted by a new superintendent in Houston, Texas and his controversial methods to increase test scores and efficiency. The trio look at the philosophy behind such techniques, the degree to which they are new at all and what needs to …

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the Killing Owl | Day Hoot #2 5:25

2M ago5:25

5:25

Learn about the origins and current status of the - once - magical Day Hoot. SOURCES “OTHER IMPORTANT ECOSYSTEMS: Mature Forest.” islandtrust. Accessed 14 June 2018. “Barred Owl.” Science Museum of Minnesota. Accessed 14 June 2018. “Barred Owl Life History.” The Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Accessed 15 June 2018. CREDITS This public broadcast is mad…

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Episode 115: On the Great State of Maryland 52:57

2M ago52:57

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Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller dive into the merits of the latter's home state of Maryland. Mr. Miller goes through the history of his state, touching on its qualities, characteristics and what sets it apart from other states. Meanwhile, Dr. Bourgeois takes shots across the bow, aiming at such low hanging fruit like the HBO show, The Wire. Mr. Miller…

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It Lives Among Us | Arches Fork Skeleton #1 4:21

3M ago4:21

4:21

A dramatized account of the Arches Fork Skeleton. SOURCES Telltale Lilac Bush by Ruth Ann Musick CREDITS This public broadcast is made possible thanks to these BCWPA Agents: Brandon Ruch, Colten Williams, Daniel Berry, Donovan Scherer, Kimberly Nichols, Layla Leutwyler, Madelynn ODell, Matthew Schang, Pyper Wilson, Lenin Roman, Ronald Miller, PHous…

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Episode 114: On Being a Musician with Michelle Mayfield 54:20

3M ago54:20

54:20

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller welcome the multi-talented Michelle Mayfield to the podcast. During the episode, the three will discuss the life of a musician, the songwriting process and the experience of being on stage. The three also spend time discussing influences and inspirations that can motivate a musician and help direct one's path. You can f…

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#15 Dr Jason Yong - Spinal Cord Stimulation 32:41

3M ago32:41

32:41

Hello and welcome to the World of Pain MD podcast where we discuss all things pain with the experts. I am Dr Derick Davis, a physician specializing in pain management. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Jason Yong about Spinal Cord Stimulation (otherwise known as neuromodulation). Dr. Yong is the Chief of Pain Medicine and Medical Director of the P…

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On the Trail of Giants | Popfrog #2 4:59

3M ago4:59

4:59

Q: Where can Popfrogs be found? It was very difficult to determine where Popfrogs currently live - they are adept hiders! Using our knowledge of frogs, cryptid clues, and a few good guesses, the BCWPA team was able to locate the four remaining Popfrogs in the world. While they could thrive elsewhere, for some reason they are stuck here, in western …

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Episode 113: On Drummers and Drumming 1:09:27

3M ago1:09:27

1:09:27

The hosts tap into their love of music to first, characterize the art of drumming. This includes the stereotypes of drummers and the hosts tease out to the extent the stereotypes are true and why that might be. Second, each host will present their favorite drummers and what those artists brought to the instrument and the other musicians who played …

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Episode 112: On Digitalization (Something Wicked...) 47:19

3M ago47:19

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The hosts looks at digitalization efforts in Germany and the impact of the same in the United States. The hosts also connect the writings of social critic Neil Postman and his clarion calls for attention and caution to be used when technology are allowed unfettered access into our children's classes - our sacred spaces - to the developing situation…

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Exploring Ohio's Swamps | Popfrog #1 4:18

3M ago4:18

4:18

Ohio once was covered in more swampland - and populated by more strange and dangerous creatures within those swamps... From howling dogmen to aggressive bigfeet, gigantic snakes, and ominous, glowing orbs, Ohioan swamps remain active cryptozoological spots. Contained in diminishing biomes, the rarest of these swamp-dwelling creatures are a collecti…

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#14 Mrs Leanne Miller - Radiation Safety 30:09

3M ago30:09

30:09

Hello and welcome to the World of Pain MD podcast, where we discuss all things pain with the experts. I am Dr Derick Davis, a physician specializing in pain management. In this episode, we speak about radiation safety with Leanne Miller Mrs. Miller is the commercial lead for Burlington Medical’s attenuation material division. She works closely with…

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the Annihilation of the George Cabin | House Bats #1 4:58

3M ago4:58

4:58

In Riverton, Virginia, in the 1870's, a truly horrific event occurred: an entire family was found deceased in their home - which had its own haunting clues. Called by the Department of Justice to determine if mass murder occurred, the Pinkerton National Detective Agency gave the case a quick, uncomfortable look over. Less than a day later, they det…

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Winter's Bigfoot | Leaping Devil #2 4:37

3M ago4:37

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The Leaping Devil is the result of migrating, evolving bigfoot interacting with powerful, shapeshifting nymphs. Part 1 or 2 in: Fairfeet Origins: the Stonemen and Winter Nymphs CREDITS This public broadcast is made possible thanks to these BCWPA Agents: Brandon Ruch, Colten Williams, Daniel Berry, Donovan Scherer, Kimberly Nichols, Layla Leutwyler,…

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Episode 111: On Evaluating Teachers with Dr. Alex Fingers 1:06:15

3M ago1:06:15

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Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller welcome back the great Dr. Alex Fingers to discuss the way teachers are evaluating and measured. Over the course of episode, the three discuss the way a principal assesses teachers - from the first interview to daily interactions - but also the way teachers are trained and educated. The hosts and Dr. Fingers also consid…

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the Discovery of the Lynx Machine | Old Saybrook Blockhead #4 5:47

3M ago5:47

5:47

Walking through the forest, Ballyraven is investigating an alleged UFO crash site. While they expected to find a meteorite or some failed, human invention, they found something much more interesting - and much more alive! CREDITS This public broadcast is made possible thanks to these BCWPA Agents: Brandon Ruch, Colten Williams, Daniel Berry, Donova…

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Episode 110: On Literacy with Richard Marquez 59:04

4M ago59:04

59:04

The hosts welcome Mr. Richard Marquez to the podcast. The famed educator has been known for his work in solving truancy issues as well as developing strategies for teaching students to read and use their ability towards their other studies as well as their life. An easy going conversation that is filled with wisdom and helpful ideas that can aide t…

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the Interdimensional Exploration Unit 7:48

4M ago7:48

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The BCWPA's Interdimensional Exploration Unit is the oldest department in the agency. The IEU’s early years were plagued not only by disaster, but illness, technical failures, and interspecies brutality. Today, missions occurring in our atmosphere and our neighboring space are consistent and mostly safe. There is much to explore. There is much to l…

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Footprints on the Roof | the Winter Bigfoot #1 5:34

4M ago5:34

5:34

Have you ever seen strange footprints in the snow? Ones made from a long, large foot and having three bulky, square-ish toes? If not, you may have known someone who has seen such a phenomenon. Known to be particularly active on snowy days, "Leaping Devils" or "Winter Bigfeet" make their visits known by leaving these strange tracks. They are a type …

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Episode 109: On England from England 52:14

4M ago52:14

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Mr. Miller calls in from Liverpool, flushed from his soccer experiences and touring around the great port city, as well as Manchester. The two hosts spend some time comparing and contrasting the soccer experience in England to that in Germany and do a deep-dive into English culture. Throughout, the hosts share insights and laughs about our English-…

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Hoot of Death | Appalachian Death Owl #1 5:00

4M ago5:00

5:00

Many dangerous creatures lurk in the Appalachian Mountains. Transmogrified animals - those transformed by magic - are some of the most threatening. All that remains of these creatures are folk stories associated with them. How much of the tales are real? How many tragedies can be attributed to them today? SOURCES “OTHER IMPORTANT ECOSYSTEMS: Mature…

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the Last Known Words of Wesley Nathaniel Holding | Old Saybrook Blockhead #3 8:26

4M ago8:26

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On January 22, 2002, a tape was discovered hidden in the walls of a long abandoned home. On it was the last known words of Wesley Holding - a conman said to have posed as a detective working cold cases. CREDITS отдушинка by Kosta T is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License. This public broadcast is made possible thanks to these BCWPA Agents: Br…

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#13 Mr Ryan Ross - Fluoroscopy & Radiology Technologists 1:14:37

4M ago1:14:37

1:14:37

Hello and welcome to the World of Pain MD podcast, where we discuss all things pain with the experts. I am Dr Derick Davis, a physician specializing in pain management. In this episode, we speak with Mr. Ryan Ross about fluoroscopy and radiology technologists in general, specifically regarding C-arm use in the OR. Mr Ross is originally from Scotlan…

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Episode 108: On Education in the News 49:24

4M ago49:24

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Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller spend their 108th episode by tackling some of the ways in which education is making the news. The hosts address a cell phone ban in Massachusetts' public schools, a re-dedication to education by the Communist Chinese government and the International Day of Education, as established by the United Nations, gets the attent…

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the Investigation of Ambrose Briddle | Old Saybrook Blockhead #2 16:15

4M ago16:15

16:15

What connects a mysterious shipment from 1956 with an unsolved murder, a defunct Television network, nameless agents, and a bizarre celestial event? Ambrose Gregory Briddle, a man at the center of a perplexing cold case, decades after the dust seemed to have settled. Detective Holding is on the brink of revelation as he revisits an unusual day in 1…

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Episode 107: On Leadership...and the Cowboys with Kyle Queal 1:10:14

4M ago1:10:14

1:10:14

The hosts are joined by the dynamic Kyle Queal to discuss the nature of leadership within industry and the connective tissues that link those lessons to the classroom and to the athletic realm. The three seek to tease out such questions as what does a leader need to do when taking over an operation, how does a leader get the most from those working…

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Out the Window are Cube-Headed Spacemen | Old Saybrook Blockhead #1 6:47

5M ago6:47

6:47

In Old Saybrook, CT on December 16, 1957, between the hours of 2 and 3 A.M., a local teacher witnessed something incredible: outside her window, Mary M. Starr saw a spaceship with aliens inside. Her encounter was not the first. Leaving behind a trail of mysteries and murders, the Case of the Saybrook Blockheads is one of fear, greed, and secrecy. C…

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Episode 106: On Entering a Brave New World 36:04

5M ago36:04

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Today, the hosts enter a brave new world - the world of social media. Even though they have railed against it for years, the hosts sell their souls in hopes for greater and broader listenership. The hosts discuss the changes, what we hope to gain from it and what it might mean for them and their posterity. Follow us on Instagram. https://www.instag…

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#12 Dr Mairin Jerome - Orthobiologics & Disc Dysbiosis 56:23

5M ago56:23

56:23

Hello and welcome to the World of Pain MD podcast where we discuss all things pain with the experts. I am Dr Derick Davis, a physician specializing in pain management. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Mairin Jerome about orthobiologics and regenerative medicine Dr. Jerome is from the Big Apple - New York City! She did her undergraduate studies at…

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Episode 105: On Grit and Determination 52:11

5M ago52:11

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The hosts dive into the ideas of grit and determination in an attempt to understand how it develops and how it can be engendered. In the course of the conversation, the hosts dive into examples of grit and determination in their own lives, with examples stretching from the classroom and the tennis courts to the parade grounds of bootcamp in Parris …

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Episode 104: On Nothing 51:51

5M ago51:51

51:51

Going into the Christmas holidays and not wanting to discuss the aforementioned day, the hosts decide to channel Jerry Seinfeld and do an episode about nothing. Now, as Seinfeld himself explained it, nothing does not mean nothing but it allows for an organic exploration of whatever topics pop into the minds' of the hosts and in doing so, they cover…

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#11 Dr Mohammed Issa - Harvard Pain Fellowship 1:14:44

5M ago1:14:44

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Hello and welcome to the World of Pain MD podcast where we discuss all things pain with the experts. I am Dr Derick Davis, a physician specializing in pain management. So, as pain medicine fellowship season starts to kick off in full swing here, I thought there would be no better person to discuss their opinion on what makes a successful pain appli…

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Episode 103: On Washington, D.C. 56:45

6M ago56:45

56:45

Following a recent trip to the nation's capital, Mr. Miller introduces the history of the city and then, both hosts delve into the culture of Washington. Comparing it to other great cities, the hosts discover how the city compares to many of the world's great cities - the bounty of great people, wonderful cuisine and, of course, unmatched historica…

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#10 Dr Kenneth Mautner - Orthobiologics and Ultrasound 28:11

6M ago28:11

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Hello and welcome to the World of Pain MD podcast where we discuss all things pain with the experts. I am Dr Derick Davis, a physician specializing in pain management. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Kenneth Mautner about orthobiologics and ultrasound in msk medicine. Dr. Mautner is from New Orleans, Louisiana. He attended Washington University …

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Episode 102: On Anger 53:44

6M ago53:44

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Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller discuss anger and how it is manifested in modern culture and to what degree it is helpful. We also take a look at how religions and philosophies have attempted to address the issue of anger. In the discussion, we move from Christianity to Buddhism to Stoicism in search of an answer. And like most things, perhaps the ans…

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#9 Dr Kevin Vu - Pain Fellowship Applications 1:03:36

6M ago1:03:36

1:03:36

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Kevin Vu about pain fellowship applications. Dr. Vu is from Austin, Texas. He attended UT Dallas for undergraduate studies, where he participated in the accelerated program and studied Biology. He subsequently went to medical school at UT Southwestern. He moved to Boston, Massachusetts, to do a residency in Physic…

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Episode 101: On Literary Influences with Dr. Paul Weinhold 59:46

7M ago59:46

59:46

There is no better way to start the second 100 episodes of The Old School then with a return appearance of Dr. Paul Weinhold. In this episode, the three readers discuss their first literary influences - either authors or literary characters. The three also discuss the notion of younger generations and the reading of entire books. This includes a lo…

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#8 Dr Mikhail Zhukalin - Neck Pain 1:04:30

7M ago1:04:30

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In this episode, we speak about neck pain with Dr Mikhail Zhukalin Dr. Zhukalin was born and raised in Russia, immigrating to the United States at 16. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry with honors from Boise State University before completing his medical education at Des Moines University. Dr. Zhukalin completed his Physical Medicine …

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a New Season Wants to Make Contact with You 4:30

7M ago4:30

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The BCWPA has made contact - are you ready? Send the BCWPA a message! Support the show Do you have a story, sighting, or piece of folklore to share? Visit our office. Grab a cryptid study, visit the Ballyraven store.By Ballyraven

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Episode 100: On Looking Back and Looking Ahead 55:18

7M ago55:18

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The hosts, over some Scotch and snacks, sit side by side to look back at how the podcast has developed over the last 100 episodes and what might happen in the coming years. It is a collection of shared stories, ideas of what's ahead and the people who have listened to the hosts ramble - sometimes coherently and intelligently - about the issues faci…

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Episode 99: On Our Favorite Films 53:04

7M ago53:04

53:04

During the Old School's 99th episode, the hosts dive into their favorite films - but not necessarily the best films. One film from the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s and 1990s, the list is meant to show the films that most impacted the hosts throughout their lives. Additionally, the hosts asks listeners to consider joining the conversation in the comme…

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Episode 98: On the Future of the Teaching Profession 50:45

7M ago50:45

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Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller, trying to sound as even handed as possible, discuss what they see as the future of the teaching profession. While good things and people exist in the profession, other forces could irrevocably alter the profession. The two hosts consider what teaching might look like, the training of teachers and what it means to educa…

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Episode 97: On Dr. Bourgeois' Grievances, #1-6 53:11

8M ago53:11

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Today is Dr. Bourgeois' turn to air his grievances. Unlike Mr. Miller, he has many more than one. The hosts go through a litany of issues in an attempt to bring solace and ultimate comfort to Dr. Bourgeois, as Mr. Miller experienced last week. The episode ends with the promise of more grievances in future episodes...but not right away...maybe. This…

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