Educational podcasts are a fantastic way to get PD in your pocket. What are educators are loving to listen to right now? Here are 10 podcasts to check out.

There are hundreds of educational podcasts available to teachers on almost every subject you can think of. We see new podcasts launching all the time and some we have been hearing about for years but haven’t had the chance to check out.

What are the podcasts that other educators love to listen to? And how can we find one or two (or 3 or 4) that will become our go-to favorites?

During a Valentine’s day themed #DitchBook Twitter chat (Thursdays at 7 p.m. PST / 8 p.m. MST / 9 p.m. CST / 10 p.m. EST), hosted by Craig Klement, we discussed these questions and more. The conversation included sharing websites, books, and Twitter chats, along with the podcasts that we LOVE.

Below you will find 10 podcasts recommended by educators for educators. Be sure to check out this Wakelet to see the whole discussion along with this collection of favorite websites, books, Twitter chats and even MORE podcast recommendations from the #Ditchbook community.

10 educational podcasts we love

1. The Educational Duct Tape podcast, hosted by Jake Miller, focuses on using educational technology as a tool to solve problems in the classroom. You can listen to all of the episodes and access show notes here.

A4 #ditchbook

I’m L❤️VING @JakeMillerTech new podcast #EduductTape. Each one gets better and better.

(And no, I’m not saying this because I was a guest on episode 6. https://t.co/CzX6Yye3wA)

— Sean Fahey (@SEANJFAHEY) February 15, 2019

2. Cult of Pedagogy is a podcast hosted by Jennifer Gonzalez which discusses the psychological and social dynamics of school, trade secrets and more. Visit cultofpedagogy.com for even more amazing content on her blog, video series, and store.

A4: Any podcast ok Cult of Pedagogy. As far as Twitter chat, #KidsDeserveIt and #LearnLAP are always great #DitchBook

— John Wawczak (@MrWawczak) February 15, 2019

3. On the 10-Minute Teacher podcast Vicki Davis interviews educators from around the world on a broad range of topics five days a week. These quick shows are easy to listen to and will give you motivation for the day.

A4: I absolutely love #ditchbook. It’s almost as is if it’s a part of my Thursday night. I gain so much each week, it’s easily the best! I also enjoy #TeachSC when I can join. The @GTeacherTribe, 10 Minute Teacher w/ @coolcatteacher and the @DitchThatTxtbk Podcast are all faves!

— Evan Mosier (@emosier3) February 15, 2019

4.  The Google Teacher Tribe is a weekly podcast where Kasey Bell and I (Matt Miller) provide practical ideas for using G Suite and other Google tools in the classroom plus lots of tips and tricks.

A4 pt. 1: @GTeacherTribe for sure! So many good tips for incorporating innovative technology into the classroom. Great for tech veterans and beginners. #DitchBook pic.twitter.com/DoCjRykcMG

— Derrick Crabtree (@toptennteacher) February 15, 2019

5. Better Leaders, Better Schools is a podcast aimed at school administrators, educational leaders, and influencers. Host Daniel Bauer interviews principals and school leaders as they share their leadership insights.

A4 favorite podcast??? can’t pick just one…

Cult of Pedagogy
Google Teacher Tribe (of course)
Better Leaders, Better Schools
Vrain Waves
the Creative Classroom with John Spencer
Shukes and Giff
Check this Out with Ryan and Brian…

all excellent! #ditchbook

— Sarah Warren (@wizardwarren) February 15, 2019

6. Vrain Waves is produced and hosted by Ben Kalb and Becky Peters and hopes to provide listeners with interviews that will leave them feeling informed, inspired and more connected.

7.  Each week host John Spencer shares tools, tips, strategies and stories to help teachers boost their innovation and creativity on The Creative Classroom podcast.

8. Shukes and Giff is a weekly podcast by Canadian educators Kim Pollishuke and Jen Giffen. Kim and Jen, along with their guests, share EdTech treasures in hopes of creating an “AHA” moments that will encourage listeners to try new things in their classroom.

9. Brian Briggs and Ryan O’Donnell host the Check this Out podcast which runs the gamut from technology to teaching to pop culture to entertaining banter. Anything’s game in this show!

Also check out their guest post The golden age of podcasting: listening and creating for teachers and students for even more inspiration and ideas from these two!

The golden age of 🎙podcasting: listening & creating for teachers & students
✏️ Guest post by the dynamic duo @bribriggs & @creativeedtech!

This post is full of practical advice and tips for using podcasts in your classroom! https://t.co/ruLkFSfJbY @jmattmiller #ditchbook pic.twitter.com/FGJqtHoZdl

— Ditch That Textbook (@DitchThatTxtbk) October 15, 2018

10. Teaching Keeting, hosted by Weston and Molly Kieschnick, looks at education through the lens of iconic moments in popular movies and TV, pulling valuable lessons for the classroom.

A4: Besides #ditchpod, I love Teaching Keating from Molly & @Wes_Kieschnick. Creative storytelling and genuine convos about education. #ditchbook

— Coach Jon Craig (@CoachJonCraig) February 15, 2019

Looking for even MORE podcast love? Check out these related posts.

• 20 great podcasts for educators (and how to get them)
• How podcasts can make you a better teacher
• 9 brand new education podcasts for summer learning

What are your favorite educational podcasts? Leave your recommendations in a comment below.

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