Teaching While Queer is a podcast where 2SLGBTQIA+ educational professionals share their stories in academia. Episodes are released every week from August to May.
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The Art of Inclusion and the Journey of a Queer Theatre Educator
Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 32 When the curtains rise on the stage of life, we are often met with a cast of characters who shape our journey. Brandon Box Higdon stands out as a beacon of strength and inspiration, ...
June 9, 2022
Welcome to Teaching While Queer
Bryan Stanton (he/they), host of Teaching While Queer Podcast, introduces himself and talks through his experience as an LGBTQIA+ student and educator. Teaching While Queer will launch a full season of episodes in August 2022...
Aug. 18, 2022
Lessons Beyond the Classroom: The Life of a Gay Teacher in France
Today, Bryan is joined by French Educator, Romain Galati (he/him). Romain teaches German and discusses his experience growing up in a small town in France and how he has shown up as an LGBTQIA+ educator. Ever wonder what it's...
Sept. 1, 2022
Michael Musgrave-Perkins: Teaching Theatre, Navigating Queer Identity…
Bryan sits down with St. Louis Theatre Educator, Michael Musgrave-Perkins (he/him) to talk about being outed in high school, growing up in the South and Mid-West, and providing safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ students on a high scho...
Sept. 15, 2022
Unveiling the Curtain: Jimmy Chrismon's Struggles and Triumphs as a Q…
Host, Bryan Stanton (he/they) sits down with Jimmy Chrismon (he/him) Head of the Theatre Education program at Illinois State University. Jimmy shares his experience with conversion therapy; Safe, Brave and Negotiated Spaces; ...
Sept. 29, 2022
Dr. Lulu's Queer Awakening: A Story of Affirmation and Change
TW/This episode contains a conversation on the topic of suicide in LGBTQIA+ youth. Please proceed as necessary to keep yourself safe. In this episode Bryan speaks with Dr. Lulu a San Antonio-based physician, educator, coach a...
Oct. 27, 2022
The Inspiring Story of Abe Ramirez: Queer Educator and Advocate
In this episode Teaching While Queer host, Bryan Stanton (he/they), speaks with San Antonio Theatre Teacher, Abe Ramirez (he/him). Their discussion covers everything from growing up a pastor's son to the moment he realized th...
Recent Blog Posts
Growing Up Gay in Small-Town France
Romain's Journey: Growing up Gay in Small-Town France In the heart of France, Romain Galati, a dedicated educator, embarked on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance amidst the constraints of growing up gay in a small town. This insightful blog…
What Does It Mean to Be a Queer Educator?
Introduction In the current educational landscape, LGBTQIA+ educators face unique challenges and experiences that shape their identities and careers. This blog post, inspired by Bryan Stanton's podcast episode "Welcome to Teaching While Queer," exp…
Jake Brown: A Journey of Inclusivity and Compassion in Education
Teaching While Queer: Season 2, Episode 10 Reflection Our latest podcast episode features an engaging conversation with queer educator Jake Brown, who shares his inspiring journey of navigating faith, education, and identity. Jake's experiences, fr…
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