From the front lines of the classroom Myles O'Kane talks all things teaching in these weekly episodes. Hosted from Australia, this podcast dives into the highs, lows, and everything in between when it comes to teaching. Whether you're a new teacher finding your feet or a seasoned educator looking for fresh ideas, we've got you covered. Tune in and let's make a difference—one lesson at a time!
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Gene Girdley takes you on an in-depth journey surrounding the stories, experiences, key learnings, and insights from his book, The Miles and The Markers.
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Teaching doesn’t just shape students—it shapes us. In this episode, we reflect on how the classroom has changed the way we see ourselves as people, parents, and professionals. From learning patience and empathy to finding strength in chaos, we explore the deep personal lessons that come from years in education. These are the things no textbook or P…
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Episode 70: Why Teachers Matter More Now Than Ever
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Episode 69: How to Rebuild Trust With a Disruptive Class
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20:48We’ve all been there—the class that just won’t settle, the group where every lesson feels like a battle, the moment when trust between you and your students feels like it’s slipped away. In this episode, we unpack what really happens when a class becomes disruptive and, more importantly, how you can rebuild trust step by step. From understanding wh…
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Episode 68: Teaching isn't your identity and that's ok!
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17:17Teaching is what we do — but it’s not who we are. In this episode, we unpack why it’s so easy for teachers to tie their identity to the classroom, the cost of living like the job defines you, and the freedom that comes when you realise your worth isn’t measured in lessons, marking, or leadership titles. 💬 Share this with a colleague who needs the r…
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Episode 67: What 17 Years of teaching has taught me
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17:18Seventeen years in the classroom isn’t just about teaching students — it’s about learning who you are, what matters, and how to survive the chaos with your heart still intact. In this episode, I share the biggest lessons teaching has taught me about resilience, boundaries, humour, and the reality of showing up every day for young people. 💬 Share th…
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Episode 66: What to do when you are feeling overwhelmed in teaching.
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17:16Teaching can feel overwhelming — and sometimes it sneaks up on you before you even realise it. In this episode, we break down how to spot the early signs of overwhelm, the traps teachers fall into when they try to just “push through,” and what you can do instead to reset and protect your energy. From snapping at small things to over-scheduling your…
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Episode 65: Teaching when your mental health is struggling
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16:08Some days, just showing up for class feels like a win. In this episode, we get honest about what it’s like to teach when your mental health is under strain. I’ll talk about the hidden pressure to keep the “teacher mask” on, the surprising lessons I’ve learned from teaching through tough seasons, and practical, gentle strategies to help you get thro…
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Episode 64: Habits That Made My Teaching Life Easier
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17:56Let’s talk about the little habits that make a big difference. From simplifying planning to managing the emotional load, these are the daily routines and mindset shifts that helped me feel less overwhelmed and more in control. These aren’t Pinterest-perfect — they’re practical, real, and teacher-tested. 💬 Got a teaching habit that changed your life…
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Episode 63: Boundaries The Most Underrated Tool
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18:09Everyone talks about pedagogy, data, and classroom management — but no one talks enough about boundaries. In this episode, we unpack why boundaries might be the most powerful (and underrated) teaching tool you have. Whether it’s emotional, time-based, or digital — setting healthy limits helps you show up as the teacher and human you want to be. Che…
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Episode 62: What teaching has taught me about myself
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16:23Teaching isn’t just a job — it’s a mirror. In this episode, I unpack the surprising, challenging, and humbling lessons teaching has taught me about who I am. From patience and boundaries to self-worth and resilience, this is a real talk reflection for anyone who’s grown through the chaos of the classroom. 💬 If this hits home, tag me on social media…
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Episode 61: Teacher Guilt And The Invisible Backpack We All Carry
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18:53There’s the marking, the meetings, the planning — and then there’s the guilt. The stuff we carry silently: for not doing enough, for leaving early, for setting boundaries. In this episode, we unpack the invisible emotional backpack teachers wear every day — and how to start letting go of what was never ours to carry. 💬 Tag @coffeeandwhiteboardmarke…
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Episode 60: The Four Day Teaching Week Dream Or Disaster
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11:09Teachers everywhere are talking about the 4-day teaching week — but what actually happens when you squeeze 5 days’ worth of work into 4? In this episode, we explore the pros, the cons, and the stuff no one’s telling you. If you’ve ever fantasised about a long weekend, this one’s for you. Like always legends thankyou for listening! A reminder that w…
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Episode 59: Managing the emotional load of teaching
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16:37Teaching comes with an emotional weight that’s often invisible but deeply felt. From the constant mental load to the quiet moments of doubt and overwhelm, this episode dives into what it really means to carry the emotional side of the job — and how to lighten the load without losing your passion. If this episode resonates, share it with a teacher f…
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Episode 58: Teaching and Mental Health
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17:01In this episode, I dive into the complex relationship between teaching and mental health. Educators face unique challenges—balancing heavy workloads, emotional demands, and often limited resources—all of which can take a toll on their mental well-being. I explore the pressures teachers face both inside and outside the classroom, discuss signs of bu…
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Episode 57: Gamification In Education
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14:48In this episode, I take a look at gamification in education. Now, if you’re picturing students glued to video games or running around in chaos — hold that thought. Gamification isn’t about turning your classroom into an arcade. It’s about leveraging the mechanics that make games so compelling— things like points, levels, challenges, rewards and app…
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Episode 56: How to create a productive classroom environment
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19:36A productive classroom environment isn't just about silence or control—it's about creating a space where students feel safe, motivated, and empowered to learn. In this episode, I explore what it takes to create such an environment for your students. Song in introduction: Loudmouth by Mantra.Oleh Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
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Episode 55: From Teacher to Mentor. Guiding the next generation of teachers.
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16:02This episode focuses on mentorship in education. We will examine that journey, why it matters, and how experienced teachers can support their peers without adding more to their full plates. Like always, thanks for listening! Intro song: Loudmouth by Mantra.Oleh Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
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Episode 54: Will artificial intelligence replace teachers in classrooms by 2035??
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16:51I am not going to lie. I have debated this for the last few years! In this episode, I investigate whether AI will replace teachers within the next 10 years. Song in introduction: Loudmouth - Artist = Mantra SOCIAL MEDIA UP AND RUNNING NOW!!! YouTube: @CoffeeandWhiteboardMarkers Instagram: CoffeeandWhiteboardmarkers Facebook: Coffee and White Board …
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Episode 53: How teachers can make a difference beyond the classroom.
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16:54In this episode, I focus on how teachers educate and truly make a difference in the classroom for their students. Song in introduction: Loudmouth - Artist = Mantra SOCIAL MEDIA UP AND RUNNING NOW!!! http://www.youtube.com/@CoffeeandWhiteboardMarkers Instagram:CoffeeandWhiteboardmarkers Facebook: Coffee and White Board Markers. Like always thanks fo…
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Episode 52: My thoughts on student behaviour these days
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20:49In this episode, I compare and contrast student behavior from when I first started teaching in 2009 to today. I examine the differences, challenges, and possible solutions to working with students. Like always, thanks for listening, and I look forward to taking you all along for the ride. Opening song: Loudmouth by artist Mantra.…
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Episode 51: Time Management For Teachers
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16:55In this episode, I discuss practical time management tips for teachers to help you balance teaching, marking, parent contact, and well-being. Like always, thanks for listening, and I look forward to taking you all along for the ride! Intro song: Loudmouth by artist Mantra.Oleh Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
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Episode 50: Stratagies for engaging disengaged students
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21:31Every teacher has encountered students who seem uninterested, unmotivated, or even resistant to learning. But why does this happen, and what can we do about it? In this episode, I take a look at strategies that can be used to renegade these students. Like always, thanks for listening, and I look forward to taking you all on the ride! Song in the in…
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Episode 49 Teaching Boys In Education
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18:12In this episode, I take a look at what it is like teaching boys in the high school setting these days. Challenges, strategies that work, and my reflection over the years on how things have changed. Like always, thanks for listening, and I look forward to taking you along for the ride. Opening song: Loudmouth by artist Mantra.…
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Episode 48: What teachers wish students knew!
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16:36Planning, resourcing, differentiating, well-being the list goes on. Sometimes, we wish, as teachers, students just understood why we do it! Like always thanks for listening! Opening song: Loudmouth - Artist MantraOleh Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
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Episode 47: Positive Behaviour Systems in Schools
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22:07In this episode, I focus on PBS in schools. What works, what are the obstacles in the way, and how can we get the most out of the system at a whole school level? Like always, thanks for listening. Opening song: Loudmouth (Telling Scenes) By Mantra.Oleh Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
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Episode 46: What seperates quailty teachers from the rest
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18:25In this episode I take a look at the charactersitics that seperates quaility teachers from the rest. Like always thanks for listening and look forward to the ride. Opening song: Loudmouth - song and lyrics by MantraOleh Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
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First episode for 2025 and it is good to be back! In this episode, I take a look at my goals, plans and dream scenarios for teaching this year. Like always thanks for listening and looking forward to the ride. Opening song: Loudmouth - Song and lyrics by MantraOleh Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
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Final episode for 2024! We appreicate all your support this far. The fellas will be back at it early 2025.Oleh Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
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Episode 43: These Generation Z Students Are Built Different
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20:55In this episode, we dive into what it is like to teach Generation Z students. Their learning characteristics, what works in the classroom, and what should be avoided. Like always, thanks for listening.Oleh Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
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In this episode, we discuss Teacher burnout. What it looks like, how to manage it, and how to get the best for your teaching. Like always, thanks for listening, and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride.Oleh Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
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Episode 41 How To Be A Memorable Teacher
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21:59In this episode, the fellas talk about what it takes to be a memorable teacher and have a lasting impact on your students. Thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride.Oleh Coffee and Whiteboard Markers
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Episode 40 Common fears VS the reality of the first year in the classroom
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25:15Everyone fears what the classroom will be like before they start teaching. We definitely did! In this episode, the fellas discuss and break down common fears and the actual reality faced in the first year of teaching. Like always thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride.…
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Episode 39: Trends in teaching in the last 5 years
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24:04In this episode, the fellas look at the trends that have emerged in teaching over the last five years. Like always thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride.Oleh Classroom 2 Staffroom
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Episode 38: Things only teachers would understand
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23:56We apologise in advance for the sound quality of this episode! We promise to do better in the next episodes! Like always, thanks for listening, and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride!Oleh Classroom 2 Staffroom
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Episode 37 Avoid Making These Mistakes in Teaching
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24:03You have to make mistakes to learn, but sometimes people have already been there and done that, so there is no need to commit yourself. In this episode, Myles and Sean talk about common mistakes in teaching and what to avoid. Thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride!…
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Episode 36 Jody steps away for a few weeks. We introduce our new Cohost
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24:15Introducing Sean Brentall, our new Cohost, to cover Jody in his absence. Sean has nearly two decades of experience in the teaching game. Tune in for Sean's breakdown of his teaching career so far! Like always thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride.Oleh Classroom 2 Staffroom
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Episode 35: Most important skills for teaching
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19:07Myles flies solo on this episode, discussing his take on the most essential skills for teaching. Like always, thanks for listening, and we will catch you in the next episode!Oleh Classroom 2 Staffroom
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Episode 34: Best Advice We Have Recieved On Our Teaching Journey
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25:06In this episode, we take a look at the best teaching advice we have received on our teaching journey. Like always, thanks for listening, and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride.Oleh Classroom 2 Staffroom
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Episode 33: Working with other teachers. Things that make us laugh cry and everything in-between
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25:55Welcome to another episode. In this episode we take a look at working with other teachers. Things that make us laugh, cry and everything inbetween. Like always thanks for listening and we look forward to the ride.Oleh Classroom 2 Staffroom
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Episode 32: Things that non teaching folk say and do that drive us insane!
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23:38This episode takes a look at common things non teaching folk say and do that drive us teaching folk insane!Oleh Classroom 2 Staffroom
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Episode 31 Working With Difficult Students
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20:19Myles had to fly Solo on this episode. The episode looks at working with difficult students. Things that have worked for Myles and things where he can see improvement.Oleh Classroom 2 Staffroom
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Episode 30 Things student say that makes us laugh, cry and everything in between!
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24:24Join the fellas on this episode as they discuss all things students say and do that drive teachers crazy! Like always thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride. Song used for intrdocution of podcast : Gangsta's Paradise. Song by Coolio (RIP) Featuring (L.V)Oleh Classroom 2 Staffroom
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Episode 29: Catering for individual student learning
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24:48It can be tough in the classroom trying to cater for a range of student abilites. Join the fellas in this epiosde as they talk through some stratagies they have used when working with a range of student abilities in once class. Like always thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride! Song used for intrdocution of p…
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Episode 28: Why teaching is the best job!
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28:01The fellas outline why teaching is still the best job out there. Like always thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride. Song used for intrdocution of podcast : Gangsta's Paradise. Song by Coolio (RIP) Featuring (L.V)Oleh Classroom 2 Staffroom
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This episode the fellas look at the importance of refelction in teaching. Iron can't sharpen iron unless we have a path to grow. The fellas break down their tips they use to get reflect in their teaching practice. Like always thank you for listening and we look forward taking you all along for the ride. Song used for intrdocution of podcast : Gangs…
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We wanted to close out the term with some laughter. Sit back and relax as the fellas take you through some Epic Fails! Like always thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you along for the ride! Song used for intrdocution of podcast : Gangsta's Paradise. Song by Coolio (RIP) Featuring (L.V)…
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Episode 25 How to find the joys in teaching
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27:16It is easy to feel overwealmed and surronded by stress in teaching. Sit back and let the fellas explain to you all how to be able to find the joys in teaching. Like always we appreciate your support and look forward to the ride. Song used for intrdocution of podcast : Gangsta's Paradise. Song by Coolio (RIP) Featuring (L.V)…
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Episode 24 How do we rate classroom disciplinary procedures
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22:22Good to be back at it. In this episode the fellas compare and contrast different classroom disciplinary measures to see how effective they really are. Like always thanks for listening and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride. Song used for intrdocution of podcast : Gangsta's Paradise. Song by Coolio (RIP) Featuring (L.V)…
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Starting a new school can be daunting! Let the fellas talk you through their trials and tribulations over the years and staratgies that have helped them in their time! Like always thank you for listenting and we look forward to taking you all along for the ride. Song used for intrdocution of podcast : Gangsta's Paradise. Song by Coolio (RIP) Featur…
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Episode 22 Setting yourself up for a successfull year
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26:54The fellas have been renewed for another season! Who would have thunk it..... This episode we discuss expreiences and stratagies we have used in our time to set ourselves up for a productive start to the year. Like always thanks for listening and we look forward taking you along for the ride! Song used for intrdocution of podcast : Gangsta's Paradi…
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