

The EduProtocols Podcast - presented by Rebel Teacher Alliance
EduProtocols
Welcome to the EduProtocols Podcast! This show focuses on the books, activities, authors, and users of the EDUProtocols series.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Mar 25, 2025 • 30min
Episode 18 – Bringing the Repuzzler into Focus w/ Maria Gallagher (S2E04)
In this episode, the hosts welcome Maria Gallagher, fourth-grade teacher and co-author of the upcoming Transformative Teacher Handbook. Maria walks us through one of her favorite protocols—the Repuzzler—created by Jacob Carr. This remix of the classic Frayer model offers a hands-on, full-class challenge that works across content areas (yes, even math).The conversation also explores Maria’s journey into EduProtocols, her love of community-building in the classroom, and her take on flexible seating, timers, and the ever-fickle classroom tech. From her days in special ed to her current general ed role, Maria shares practical tips and stories that highlight how protocols can transform classroom culture.Please follow @eduprotocols, your hosts Jamie, Fabian, and Scott on BlueSky and TikTok. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here.Links:- Maria’s Frayer Model

Sep 12, 2024 • 32min
Episode 17 - Bringing WHASH into Focus w/ Jacob Carr (S2E05)
We welcome back Jacob Carr, newly minted author of the ELA edition of the EduProtocols book, and talk about his favorite protocol called We Have A Situation Here (WHASH). The discussion covers one of the meatier EPs that can lead to an incredibly deep examination of texts. The purpose is to provide context, background knowledge and “setting” of a document. Think a very structured and more thorough Iron Chef
Please follow @eduprotocols, your hosts Jamie, Fabian, and Scott on Twitter and the show on Twitter and TikTok. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here.
Links:
Jake’s Frayer Model
EduProtocols ELA Edition

Jun 25, 2024 • 44min
Episode 16 - Bringing Sketch and Tell into Focus w/ Dominic Helmstetter (S2E04)
In this episode, the hosts and guest Dominic Helmstetter deep dive into Sketch and Tell. Dominic is an experienced educator, who shares his insights on making learning engaging and interactive. The discussion covers various ways to integrate visual aids, technology, and creativity into the classroom to enhance student learning, how to smart start Sketch and Tell, and how to level it up!
You can follow Dominic on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok!
Please follow @eduprotocols, your hosts Jamie, Fabian, and Scott on Twitter and the show on Twitter and TikTok. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here.
Links from the show:
- Dominic's Frayer Model

May 21, 2024 • 25min
Episode 15 - Bringing Cyber Sandwich into Focus w/ Adam Moler
In this episode, we hear from Adam Moler, a middle school social studies teacher who has been utilizing EduProtocols since 2017. Adam discusses the positive impact of protocols on student engagement and academic performance, noting increased success rates and improvement for struggling students. He emphasizes the value of concise activities like the Cyber Sandwich protocol and shares variations he incorporates to maintain student interest. You can follow Adam on Twitter here!
Please follow @eduprotocols, your hosts Jamie, Fabian, and Scott on Twitter and the show on Twitter and TikTok. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here.
Links:
Moler’s Musings (Adam’s Blog)
EduProtocols Social Studies Edition
Adam’s Frayer Model

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Mar 19, 2024 • 27min
Episode 14 - Bringing the Primary Edition into Focus w/ Jennifer Dean and Ben Cogswell
Authors Jennifer Dean and Ben Cogswell join the hosts of the Edgy Protocols podcast to discuss their primary edition of the EduProtocols field guide. They share insights on using emojis for teaching phonics and writing, adapting protocols for primary students, setting high expectations, and fostering independence. The discussion addresses skepticism among primary teachers, highlights student growth in vocabulary and language skills, and encourages exploration of their book. The episode closes with information on connecting with the authors and accessing samples of their work, emphasizing the impact of EduProtocols on student engagement and learning in the primary classroom. You can follow them on Twitter here: @Techy_Jenn and @cogswell_ben.
Please follow @eduprotocols, your hosts Jamie, Fabian, and Scott on Twitter and the show on Twitter and TikTok. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here.
Links:
EDUProtocols Field Guide: Primary Edition
EDUProtocols Primary Website

Jan 23, 2024 • 28min
Episode 13 - Bringing the Companion Guide into Focus w/ Tisha Richmond
Here you have it! A new season is upon you! We are so excited to be back for another batch of episodes! This time, we have wonderful author, Canva Global Community Manager, and overall awesome person Tisha Richmond on our little program. She tells us all about the digital Eduprotocols Companion Guide and why it is a really smart investment if you want to level up your presentation and template game! You can follow Tisha on the socials here (Twitter) and here (Instagram).
Links:
Tisha Richmond’s Frayer Model

Oct 3, 2023 • 35min
Episode 12 - Bringing Numbermania into Focus w/ Marlena Hebern
Episode 12 is out! It is the finale of the first season. And to bookend the run, we have the second half of the EDUProcotols originators Marlena Hebern on. She tells us all about the future of EP and also does a deep dive into Numbermania! What a cool tool to use with your students and teach them critical and creative thinking, communication, and collaboration. You can follow Marlena on Twitter and of course on www.eduprotocols.com and plus.eduprotocols.com
Links:
Marlena Hebern’s Frayer Model

Jun 22, 2023 • 37min
Episode 11 - Bringing MathReps into Focus w/ Lisa Nowakowski
Welcome to episode 11! This time is all about Math! Lisa Nowakowski, author of the EduProtocols Field Guide Math Edition, fills us in on her favorite protocol: MathReps! She talks about how she came up with it and how the use of it can truly impact student learning and achievement! We also have an exciting announcement you do not want to miss!
You can follow Lisa on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
Links:
Lisa Nowakowski’s Frayer Model

Jun 8, 2023 • 29min
Episode 10 - Bringing Frayer Models into Focus w/ Ariana Hernandez
Episode 10 is in the house! This time, the crew talks with fantastic science teacher Ariana Hernandez! The way she uses Frayer Models, an incredibly versatile tool, is very creative and you will for sure find a way to incorporate it into your class! Check out Ariana on Twitter and TikTok.
Please follow @eduprotocols on Twitter, follow your hosts Jamie, Fabian, and Scott on Twitter and the show on Twitter and TikTok. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here.
Links:
Ariana Hernandez’ Frayer Model

May 23, 2023 • 27min
Episode 9 - Bringing 8 pARTs into Focus
Welcome to episode 9! This time the crew talks about how to implement the wonderfully versatile 8 pARTs protocol into your lessons. From the beginner, the intermediate, and the expert user sharing their experiences with it, we are sure you will come away with a great understanding of how to use this pedagogy!
Please follow @eduprotocols on Twitter, follow your hosts Jamie, Fabian, and Scott on Twitter and the show on Twitter and TikTok. Check out the Rebel Teacher Alliance Podcast here.
Links:
Basic 8 pARTs templates
Scott’s 8 pARTs Cheat Sheet


