
Warren Smith
Educator, filmmaker, and former media teacher. Known for his YouTube channel, Secret Scholars, and his views on critical thinking.
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Jan 23, 2025 • 2h 57min
#2261 - Warren Smith
Warren Smith, an educator and founder of Secret Scholars on YouTube, discusses critical issues in education. He emphasizes the importance of open dialogue and critical thinking, particularly for students facing unique challenges. The conversation also dives into the complexities of storytelling's impact on perception and the need for nuanced political discourse. Additionally, Smith addresses challenges in discussing racial sensitivities, advocating for logical reasoning over emotional responses while critiquing mainstream media narratives and the role of technology in fostering educational integrity.

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Dec 5, 2024 • 1h 25min
504. Fired for Honesty and Competence: One Genuine Teacher's Story | Warren Smith
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.

Jul 4, 2024 • 1h 35min
Warren Smith Went Viral for Teaching Critical Thinking, So His School Fired Him
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.

Feb 11, 2025 • 1h 21min
#0008 Warren Smith
Warren Smith, an educator and filmmaker known for his YouTube channel Secret Scholars, dives into critical thinking in media and social issues. The conversation tackles race, discussing personal experiences with systemic bias and the complexities of crime perception. Smith also critiques the discourse around electric vehicles and addresses the misconceptions surrounding wind energy versus traditional sources. Throughout, he emphasizes the importance of authentic dialogue and storytelling in understanding life's challenges.

Mar 12, 2024 • 20min
Teacher Risks Career to Teach Critical Thinking at College | Warren Smith
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