Episodes Archive

This week Jimmy talks with Maryland theatre teacher, Dr. Elizabeth Patterson. She talks about theatre and social justice, the universality of the work we do, and planting trees we’ll never see.

This week Jimmy talks with Season 3 guest Deb Baldwin about her new book, “We’re Live! Radio Theatre #101! Check out THED Talks social media this week for a book giveaway!

This week Jimmy talks with South Carolina theatre teacher Calista Weis. She talks about starting a new program, COVID kids, and the impact of a moment for a child.

This week Jimmy talks with Michigan auditorium manager and director Chris Chapman. He talks about the dangers of the one man show, competitive theatre festivals, and safety within our theatre programs.

This week Jimmy reconnects with Season 4 guest Jason Lasky. They talk about his new adventures with voiceover work and podcasting, actor and student wellbeing, and his new adventures moving to Moscow, Russia to teach theatre!

This week Jimmy talks with Pam Atkinson of License Training Musicals. Theatre teachers this is a company you want to know about and bookmark on your computers to strengthen your musical theatre classes and craft development with your students!

This week Jimmy talks with Misissippi teacher Chris Permenter. He talks about being a jack of all trades, student travel, and student ownership of work.

This week Jimmy kicks off Season 7 as he talks with the 2024 recipient of the Excellence in Theatre Education Tony Award CJAy Philip. She talks about her career as an artist and educator, Dance & Bmore, and using the authentic voice of people in her work.

This week we flip the script. Season 6 guest Andrew Geha interviews the host and creator of THED Talks Podcast, Jimmy Chrismon. They talk about his journey, teaching in higher education, and trauma-informed practices in theatre education.

This week Jimmy talks with theatre teacher Sana Ghalia from Amman, Jordan. She talks about her experiences and the importance and power of theatre in young lives.

This week Jimmy talks with Sam Marsden from France. She talks about how play and creativity can change lives, her work with young people, and her work as an author.

This week Jimmy talks with Texas teaching artist Nancy Lynch. She talks about her work as an Intimacy Coordinator in K-12 settings, Upcoming trends and topics in intimacy work, and her company Class Intimacy Acts. Class Intimacy Acts

This week Jimmy talks with Texas theatre teacher Mandy Rausch. She talks about intimacy direction, being an empath and a teacher, and finding a new career later in life.

This week Jimmy talks with Illinois theatre teacher Brian Herman. He talks about starting a program from scratch, giving students as many opportunities as possible to share their art, and creating community in the theatre program.

This week Jimmy talks with Iowa theatre artist Gina Geving. She talks about starting a community theatre, taking risks, and the power of why not!

This week Jimmy talks with California teaching artist Dr. Radhika Roa. She talks about peace building through theatre, working in theatre in unconventional ways, and how her faith shapes her art and her work.

This week Jimmy talks with Texas teacher Katy Evans. She talks about building a program from scratch, seeking out community support, and her own faith.

This week Jimmy talks with Virginia theatre teacher Marie Miguel. She talks about student centered programming, finding ways to keep your work exciting, and providing a space for students to be themselves.

This week Jimmy talks with Utah teacher McKenna Filey. She talks about Improvisational Theatre, self-care, and the impactful teachers who shaped who she is as a teacher.

This week Jimmy talks with Pittsburgh theatre teacher Jennifer Lybarger. She talks about the importance of theatre for elementary schools, getting rid of the show must go on mentality, and finding your tribe.

This week Jimmy talks with New York teacher Andrew Geha. He talks about immersive theatre, intimacy direction with high schoolers, and the power of theatre for a community.

This week Jimmy talks with South African teaching artist Sandy Vlandir. She talks about the valuing every story in the space, using theatre for social and personal change, and taking care of yourself and your students in the process.

This week Jimmy talks with North Carolina theatre teacher Chad Edwards. He talks about burnout, the dreaded posting of the cast list, and entering teaching through lateral entry.

This week Jimmy talks with Louisiana teaching artist Allison Brandon. She talks about grit, running nonprofit and for profit businesses, and the joy and power of theatre and theatre teachers.