Front of the Class
The Front of the Class podcast brings you real stories from real educators — insightful, inspiring, and sometimes unexpected! Hear from passionate teachers, school leaders, and education experts as they share career journeys, challenges, and game-changing strategies. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, this podcast is your go-to for fresh ideas, motivation, and a community that gets it.
Podcasting since 2025 • 17 episodes
Front of the Class
Latest Episodes
"It’s a Grind, But I’m Also Doing What I Love” with Carson Letot
Hands-on and high-impact. That’s how educator Carson Letot approaches his work at a North Carolina community college, where students learn not just concepts, but how to build successful careers. In this episode, Letot sh...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 17
•
51:37
Being “Agents of Our Future” with Rachel Davison Humphries
"Is this the best way to make change in people's lives?" That's the question Rachel Davison Humphries faced in the 2000s. As an EMT in East Texas, she knew she was providing immediate help to people in need, but she was searching fo...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 16
•
47:27
Searching for Teeth on the Playground with Neely Trull
Neely Trull's grandmother was a local celebrity — but maybe not the kind you would think. She spent 28 years working as an educator, making a positive impact on their community. So, when Neely was asked what she wanted to be when she grew up, i...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 15
•
44:03
Character Building and Snowball Fights with Rainier Lee
How can one meal change your life? Rainier Lee shares how trying Korean food led him from a life as a cultural anthropologist in the U.S. to a career as a confident classroom leader in the Netherlands. In this episode, Rainier opens...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 14
•
45:08
‘The Job I Never Knew I Always Wanted’ with Michele Banks
What do classroom mantras, self-care, and unexpected career twists have in common? They’re all part of Michele Banks’ inspiring journey into special education. In this episode, Michele shares how she unexpectedly found herself teach...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 13
•
40:52