The Balancing Act
door Joseph Vitale and Jamie Wanko
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Jason Hunt on Discernment: Slow Down, Lead Better & Reconnect
Jason Hunt on Discernment: Slow Down, Lead Better & Reconnect
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Fun Fact: If you draw a venn diagram of the circus and being an educator you get a perfect circle! At least, that’s what Jamie and Joe have learned. Straight out of Central New Jersey, join two seasoned teachers as they try to make sense of balancing their teaching careers with parenting multiple children, helping with aging parents, supporting their loving spouses, and navigating the very strange landscape of education in a post-Covid world. With guest interviews, deep dive explorations on contemporary topics, and so much more – we’re here to look at the highs and the lows that come with being an educator. Whether you’re fresh to the job or a seasoned vet, we can’t wait to share in this journey together!
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- Jason Hunt on Discernment: Slow Down, Lead Better & Reconnect · 54 minWe speak with Jason Hunt, a former educator and school administrator who now trains and speaks about people-centered leadership. We discuss how relationships, care, and influence…
- Trick, Treat or Terrifying? A Teacher Halloween Special · 48 minWe mark our fourth annual Halloween special by sharing family and community traditions, school-year routines and fall-break plans. We compare spooky Halloween scenarios with…
- Senator Cory Booker on Teacher Pay, Education & the RAISE Act · 43 minIn this episode we speak with New Jersey Senator Cory Booker about his background, his path through public service, and the people and places that shaped him. He shares how…
- Senator Andy Kim on MediKids, Education & Raising Healthy Kids · 47 minSenator Andy Kim discusses his background in South Jersey, his path from public service and diplomacy to Congress, and how the September 11 attacks shaped his focus on national…
- HRT, Perimenopause & the NJ Hall of Fame: What We’re Balancing · 47 minJoe and Jamie are back to talk about Joe’s foot injury and the importance of comfortable footwear for teachers who spend long days on their feet. We also share personal updates…
- Becoming the Teacher I Needed: Jere Chang (@mrschanggifted) on Burnout & Boundaries · 47 minThis episode we speak with Jere Chang, also known as @mrschanggifted, about her work as a classroom teacher, gifted education teacher, speaker, and author. We discuss her…
- Back with NJ Teacher of the Year Stefanie Lachenauer: Teen Mental Health & Mindfulness · 48 minWe talk with Stephanie Lachenauer, the 2025 New Jersey Teacher of the Year, about her work as a middle school teacher and her focus on global leadership, skills for success, and…
- Nicholas Ferroni on Teacher Pay, AI in Education & the Future of Public Schools · 47 minThe interview features educator Nicholas Ferroni discussing his recent travel in Europe, where visits to historic sites and schools reinforced his interest in history…
- Back to School, Teaching & Big Life Changes: What We’re Balancing in Season 4 · 45 minIn this episode we kick off season four from the New Jersey Hall of Fame and talk about recording in a new space, upcoming guests, and new opportunities connected to education…
- Monumental Moments from Season 3 · 49 minIn this season finale, we reflect on Season 3 of the Balancing Act Podcast and look ahead to Season 4. We revisit key conversations about education, parenting, caregiving, grief…
- College Success for Students: Accommodations & Independence with Tara Williams · 51 minThis episode we speak with Tara Williams about supporting neurodivergent students as they transition to college. We discuss preparing early for accommodations, differences…
- Indy 500 Traditions, Teacher Joy & Happiness Habits That Actually Work · 51 minIn this episode, we talk about Joe’s annual trip to the Indy 500, including what keeps him coming back, from the size of the crowd and the tailgating to the Memorial Day weekend…
- College Admissions 2026: What Students and Parents Need to Know with Jen Foldvary · 51 minIn this episode we catch up on the college admissions process as our families move through graduation season and prepare for the fall. We discuss the challenges of applications…
- College Decisions, Graduation Stress & Surviving Maycember · 49 minIn this episode we talk about the end-of-school-year rush, including birthdays, graduations, family events, and the feeling of “Maycember.” We also share a family graduation…
- Toxic Mom Groups and Relational Aggression with Dr. Noelle Santorelli · 59 minIn this episode, we invite Dr. Noelle Santorelli back to the Balancing Act podcast to delve into the issue of toxic behavior among mothers and social groups. Dr. Santorelli…
- Dealing with Loss: A Caretakers Journey · 53 minIn this episode, you’ll walk alongside Jamie and co-host Joseph Vitale as they navigate the emotional journey of loss, healing, and remembrance following the passing of Jamie’s…
- Navigating Kids, AI & Digital Learning with Merve Lapus: A Tech Reset · 52 minIn this lively episode of The Balancing Act Podcast, Jamie Wanko and Joe Vitale welcome back tech-in-education expert Merve Lapus for a timely “tech reset” conversation that…
- Rethinking EdTech: Why Marcy Samayoa Is Leading a Tech-free Classroom “Tech Reset” · 51 minIn this episode, we sit down with Marcy Samayoa, a Los Angeles chemistry teacher, to unpack her bold “tech reset” in the classroom—and what happened next. After noticing how…
- From Teaching to Content Creation: Jessica Hawk on Education, Tech & Teacher Burnout · 59 minIn this episode of the Balancing Act Podcast, we’re joined again by Jessica Hawk, who shares her journey from a 32-year teaching career into full-time content creation—and what…
- 100th Episode Special: Lessons in Teaching, Podcasting, and Building an Education Community · 43 minIn this special 100th episode of The Balancing Act, we celebrate in style from the New Jersey Hall of Fame—and yes, it feels just as cool as it sounds. We take a trip down memory…
