Movies and Education | Season 2 Episode 10 Life Lessons from the Silver Screen In this episode of Educational Currency, we explore the captivating world of cinema and discuss how movies can be powerful tools for learning. Join Rob, Chris, and Kate as they discuss their favourite films that have inspired, challenged, and entertained them. From the i…

From exam anxiety to parent-teacher conferences: The real-life nightmares of teachers In this special Halloween episode, Chris, Rob and Kate share their spine-chilling experiences from the classroom and tutoring centre. From the horror of facing a room full of unmotivated students to the nightmare of dealing with challenging parents, they've seen i…

Curious about the challenges and rewards of educational leadership roles? Want to know what it's like to balance multiple roles in a school? Ask Chris! In this episode, Chris and Rob explore the multifaceted role of a school coordinator, focusing on Chris's experiences as a Leader of Wellbeing (aka a Year Advisor). Chris shares insights into his re…

What should your student or child consider when choosing their electives and eventual HSC subjects? Are you a Year 10 student wondering how to choose your HSC subjects? In this episode, Chris and Rob discuss the importance of careful planning and consideration when selecting your subjects. Learn about the factors to consider, such as your academic …

Pirouettes and Progress: The Academic Benefits of Ballet Join Rob and Chris as they chat with Amy Fisher, a passionate ballet teacher and founder of Miss Fisher's Ballet Academy. Learn how ballet can not only improve physical health but also boost student’s mental wellbeing, academic performance, and even foster a lifelong love of learning. From bu…

How can teachers and parents mediate teenager's mobile phone use? In this episode, Chris and Rob discuss the challenges and benefits of technology in today's world, focusing on the impact of mobile phones on children and teenagers. They discuss topics such as screen time limits, social media usage, and the importance of parental guidance, from both…

Strategies for making literature accessible Join us as we delve into the world of English education with Nick Boskovski, a passionate teacher and mentor. In this episode, Nick shares his insights on the importance of English in personal and academic development, the art of creating an engaging classroom, and the role of teachers in nurturing studen…

Ever wondered how to use YouTube to enhance your teaching? Join us as we delve into the world of educational content creation with Chris, a seasoned educator who's turned YouTube into a powerful teaching tool. Discover how he overcame challenges, found his niche, and built a global audience for his computing YouTube channel and digital resources. L…

Your Essential Study Skills Guide For Students | Season 2 – Episode 3Proven strategies to maximise your study habits and smash those study goals Need to study for your exams and don't know where to start? Chris and Rob have you covered. In this episode Rob and Chris share their top study tips, focusing on simple and effective steps students can use…

Meet the Principal | Season 2 Episode 2Meet the Principal with Simon Ghantous, Principal of Marist College Kogarah In this episode, hosts Rob and Chris sit down with Simon Ghantous, the Principal at Marist College Kogarah, to explore his experience of school leadership. Simon shares his journey moving from being a classroom teacher to his current r…

Why a good night’s sleep is the key to supporting students In this episode, we take a deep dive with Rob and Chris about the impact a lack of sleep can have on the developing brain of a high school student. Inspired by Matthew Walker’s ‘Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams’, Rob explains the detrimental role of screens and blue light, …

Museums – A different education career What do bog bodies, VR and ancient history have in common for an education career? Joining Chris and Rob this episode is the third part of the Educational Currency Team: our producer, Kate. Aside from recording and editing the podcast, Kate works in museums and as a high school English tutor at The Coaching Co…

A Teacher's Guide to Vaping Prevention, and Why Students Vape Joining Rob and Chris in this episode is Kim - a trained PD/H/PE teacher whose career has moved into health policy and programs targeting issues impacting teenagers. Currently, Kim is working on programs to address vaping and focusing on behaviour change through peer-led discussions. She…

Expert Strategies for Connecting and Engaging with Students: A Teacher's Perspective Joining Rob and Chris in this episode is Stoyan Kosteski — a science teacher with a knack for exceptional classroom management. Stoyan shares key moments from his teaching career, his best hacks for setting expectations in the classroom and reflects on why teaching…

How should teachers and students navigate the rapidly emerging technology of Artificial Intelligence? It's the next industrial revolution: computer programs that learn and improve the more you with it. Instead of searching for a particular webpage, you will prompt an AI to compile the research for you, and in concisely written chunks, or even tell …

Exploring the pros and cons of sending your child to a mixed or single-sex school There is a change in the air: more parents are choosing to send their children to mixed or co-educational schools, traditional single-sex independent schools are becoming co-ed and, in a few years, most public schools in NSW will also be co-ed. This week Rob and Chris…

New to teaching? Having your first prac? Rob and Chris share their strategies, personal experiences and tips on navigating the beginning of your teaching career. Topics covered Starting teaching at any age: straight from high school to university to being on staff, contrasted with coming into teaching as a mature age student Ways to practice teachi…

What healthy habits can you develop to help support your life and study plans? Chris asks Rob about his top tips for forming healthy habits that support your mind, mood, study plans and school-life balance. Topics covered Healthy body, healthy mind. Nutrition: see an accredited dietitian, reduce your sugar intake, and you want to avoid spikes in yo…

How to help your students and children prepare for exams and effective study techniques Rob and Chris share their professional and parental experiences to foster productive study habits. Habits are incremental and built through repetition. Topics covered Are you actually studying? Setting good study habits Homework is continuing and finishing their…

How do you guide your students or children to find reliable experts? Welcome to the Educational Currency, a podcast about all things current with education. Join Chris and Rob in discussing how to spot an imposter influencer in the sphere of education. Topics covered Who are you listening to? What are their credentials and/or experience? What is an…

Welcome to the Educational Currency, a podcast about all things current with education. Join Rob and Chris in discussing what makes a good mentor. Topics covered: What is a mentor? What makes a good mentor? What is the value of a mentor for students? How to help transition your child with starting high school Supporting your senior students with st…

Welcome to the Educational Currency Podcast, a podcast exploring all things education, for teachers, students and parents. Hosted by Christopher Kalodikis and Robert Naumoski, educators with over 20 years of experience in the classroom. From study habits to AI in classrooms, how to be a good mentor and mastering classroom management, we'll discuss …