The Inspired Teacher Podcast
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The Participation Myth & Process over Product

Welcome to The Inspired Teacher Podcast! Today’s episode is inspired by a powerful post from educator and podcaster Trevor Muir called “T” It hit me hard—in the best way—because it’s all about shifting our focus as teachers from outcomes...

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April 11, 2025

The Participation Myth & Process over Product

Welcome to The Inspired Teacher Podcast! Today’s episode is inspired by a powerful post from educator and podcaster Trevor Muir called “T” It hit me hard—in the best way—because it’s all about shifting our focus as teachers from outcomes...
April 9, 2025

Stop Wasting Your Time (Let Them)

Welcome to The Inspired Teacher Podcast! Today’s episode was planned on a pretty special day—my oldest son turned 15, which has me feeling all the things. It’s true what they say: “time flies,” but you never really get it until you're...
March 24, 2025

Grow Happiness Under Your Feet

Welcome to The Inspired Teacher Podcast! This past week was one of those where I was just loving life—engaging with students, enjoying the creative process of planning (especially with AI), and taking time off for wrestling. It’s easy to feel...
March 17, 2025

It's Okay to Not Always Love Your Job

Welcome to The Inspired Teacher Podcast! Today, we’re tackling a topic that many of us wrestle with—what happens when you don’t always love your job? As someone who’s spent decades immersed in wrestling, I know firsthand how identity can be...
Feb. 19, 2025

Will You Achieve Your Goals This Year?

Welcome to The Inspired Teacher Podcast! Today, we’re diving into a powerful question: Will you meet your goals this year? Inspired by a recent episode on the biggest mistakes people make when setting goals, we’ll explore why keeping your goals...
Dec. 16, 2024

It's the Little Things

Welcome to The Inspired Teacher Podcast! Today’s episode is all about the power of doing the little things well and how that philosophy connects to restorative practices in our schools. I’m part of a restorative practices committee at my school...

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Mike Brilla

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Dad/Husband, Social Studies Teacher, Wrestling Coach

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