Welcome to Teaching While Queer!

Season 1

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...

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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...

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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; ...

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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...

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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...

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Nov. 10, 2022

Teaching While Queer: Navigating Identity and Authenticity with Susan…

In this episode host, Bryan Stanton (he/they) speaks with Texas and New York City teaching artist, Susannah Crowell (they/she) about teaching through story, radical acceptance, and the journey that is discovering one's self. ...

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Nov. 24, 2022

Teaching While Queer: The Musical Journey of Ben Wilkinson and His Fi…

In this episode Host, Bryan (he/they) and Ben Wilkinson (he/him) talk teaching at the high school you attended, seeing students as humans, and connect over a shared influential educator. Have you ever wondered about the exper...

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Feb. 9, 2023

Leading Classroom Conversations on Sensitive Topics: Monsieur Steve's…

Host, Bryan Stanton (he/they), sits down with Toronto-based French Immersion teacher Monseiur Steve (he/him). They talk everything from the difference in educational standards between the US and Canada to similar experiences ...

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Feb. 23, 2023

Breaking Stereotypes and Inspiring Students with Katelynn Hartman-Gei…

Host Bryan Stanton (he/they) sits down with lesbian elementary health and PE Teacher, Katelyn Hartman-Geier (she/her). The two discuss the moment you realize you're different, navigating social norms and self identity, and su...

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March 9, 2023

The Power of Authenticity: An Aromantic and Asexual Educator's Tale

In this episode, Host, Bryan Stanton (he/they), talks with Jeanne-Anne Tye (she/her) a high school English teacher in North Texas. We dive into the "A" of LGBTQIA talking asexual/aromantic identities and masking. Ever wondere...

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March 23, 2023

A Journey through Education: Being Queer, Christian, and Courageous w…

Host, Bryan Stanton (he/they) sits down with Brittany (she/her) a bisexual English teacher in North Texas. The two talk about bisexual identity, conservative outrage, and doxing. Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a ...

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April 6, 2023

Sarah Wilt: Unraveling the Complexities of Being a Queer Educator

This week host, Bryan Stanton (he/they), speaks with English Teacher Sarah Wilt (shey/they). The two talk about demisexual identity, working as a virtual educator for a Christian School, and past careers in Juvenile Detention...

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April 20, 2023

Amplifying Queer Narratives in Education: Danielle's Advocacy

Host, Bryan Stanton (he/they), talks with New Jersey, lesbian teacher, Danielle Earle (she/her) about current legislation and the black queer community. When I first met Danielle, she was a beacon of hope in a classroom that ...

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May 4, 2023

Alex Conway: Breaking Down Barriers for LGBTQIA+ in Education

Host, Bryan Stanton (he/they) sits down with Clinical Psychologist, Alex Conway (he/him). The two talk techniques for creating safe and inclusive spaces, homophobia and ableism, and working with children with disabilities. Yo...

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May 18, 2023

Sharon Tang's Insightful Journey as a Queer Teacher

Host, Bryan Stanton (he/they) chats with queer Los Angeles High School Art Teacher, Sharon Tang (she/her). They discuss coming out as an adult, the double standard that queer teachers are held to, the current legislative envi...

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