Join Warren Smith, a teacher, filmmaker, and YouTuber known for his viral video on critical thinking, as he shares his remarkable journey of authenticity. After his video gained unexpected fame from Elon Musk’s retweet, he discusses the chaos that followed, including his firing by school administrators. The conversation also delves into the importance of embracing risks, the complexities of teaching in a behaviorally challenged environment during COVID, and the transformative power of digital engagement in education.

High school teacher Warren Smith, known for his viral critical thinking video, discusses effective teaching methods and the importance of honest dialogue. He shares insights on classroom challenges, his firing, and plans for content creation. Topics include teaching by asking 'why,' challenges of classroom teaching, and turning 5 minutes of fame into a career.

Teacher risks career to teach critical thinking at college; viral video scrutinizing J.K. Rowling's transphobia accusations; fallout from the video; backlash from Emerson College; concerns about higher education system