That One Teacher Reunion Podcast

That One Teacher Reunion Podcast
Podcast Description
Have you ever wondered what happened to your favourite teacher? The one who believed in you when no one else did? Who changed the way you saw the world...the one who changed the way you see yourself.
That One Teacher is a podcast that reunites adult changemakers with the teachers who changed them. In each episode, former educator Laurie Townshend helps someone track down their favourite teacher. Together we explore the ripple effects of an educator's impact. Because the lessons that matter most don’t stay in the classroom—they carry us through life. We all have that one teacher!
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as the profound impact of educators on personal growth, identity exploration, and emotional resilience. Episodes like the inaugural conversation between choreographer Hollywood Jade and his high school Drama teacher, Mr. G, highlight topics related to coming of age, safe spaces in education, and the journey toward authenticity, showcasing the lasting influence of teachers beyond the classroom.

Have you ever wondered what happened to your favourite teacher? The one who believed in you when no one else did? Who changed the way you saw the world…the one who changed the way you see yourself.
That One Teacher is a podcast that reunites adult changemakers with the teachers who changed them. In each episode, former educator Laurie Townshend helps someone track down their favourite teacher. Together we explore the ripple effects of an educator’s impact. Because the lessons that matter most don’t stay in the classroom—they carry us through life. We all have that one teacher!

In this, our first episode you’ll meet choreographer, performer, and actor Hollywood Jade and his high school Drama teacher, Mr. Gallagher (aka Mr. G) who introduced his students to the musical Rent.
Our conversation ranges from topics of identity, coming of age, safe spaces, and the risks both teachers and students take on the road to authenticity and self-acceptance.
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