16 Best Illinois Teacher Podcasts

1. Teachers' Lounge

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Host Peter Medlin connects with teachers, students and leaders in education as they discuss the biggest issues impacting classrooms.We want to hear your experiences as an educator. Send us a note to ****@niu.eduMORE Producer/Network Northern Public Radio
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest David Gray
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2. Music in the Making

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3 Teachers from rural Illinois share their stories, insight and experiences on the day to day music classroom in hopes to shed some light on what we do and why we do it and spread some insight to all our music teacher friends in the process!MORE Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Teach in Ten

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Welcome to the Teach in Ten Podcast, hosted by Cori Schwarzrock (A teacher and DL at Cary-Grove High School) and Steph Sukow (A teacher at CG). We are excited to share different strategies and best practices that are being used by teachers across D155 in ten minutes or less! Teach in Ten is all about celebrating great teaching and amplifying the voices of our amazing teachers in D155. Really, we are here to have a good conversation about good teaching. Thanks for listening!MORE Producer/Network Teach in Ten
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Hannah Martin
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4. That's the IDEA!

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That's the Idea! is the official podcast of the Illinois Digital Educators Alliance. In each episode, we dive into fresh perspectives and innovative ideas with guests who challenge conventional thinking. Whether you're an educator, leader, or lifelong learner, our conversations will inspire you to explore new approaches and take bold steps in your practice. Tune in, get curious, and discover the next great idea that could transform the way you think and work!MORE Recent Guests Marcus Luther, Kunal Dalal +1 more
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5. Live in the Lab Schools

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A production of the University Laboratory Schools at Illinois State University. Co-hosts Andy Goveia and Ben Webb explain, explore, and share their expertise as teachers at one of the oldest, most vibrant Laboratory Schools in the nation. Join us and our special guests to find out more about the innovation and leadership in education at our living laboratories. MORE Email ****@uhigh.illinoisstate.edu
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. LTC One-to-One

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Learn about the latest topics in edtech with the Learning Technology Center of Illinois, a program of the Illinois State Board of Education. Each episode will include discussions about integrating the most recent tech into classrooms, interviews with movers and shakers in education technology, and answers to questions from listeners.MORE Hosts Linda DeYounge, Brian Bates
Producer/Network LTC Podcast
Email ****@ltcillinois.org
Location Champaign, Illinois, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Matt Miller, Amanda Bickerstaff +2 more
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7. We Love Illinois Schools

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We are the Illinois State Board of Education, and we love Illinois schools. We are inspired by the passionate and innovative people who have dedicated their lives to Illinois students. Join us as we learn about their journeys into education, what they're proud of, and what keeps them coming back to education every day. Listen in to a new podcast from ISBE. Have an idea for a great guest? Email Dusty Rhodes at ****@isbe.net.MORE Host Dusty Rhodes
Producer/Network Illinois State Board of Education
Email ****@isbe.net
Location Illinois, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
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8. ROE 17 POD

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Education is empowerment. Join Regional Office of Education # 17, an educational service agency in Central Illinois as we interview different educators, leaders, innovators, and creators who are reimagining PK-12 education. Join us every other week on Tuesdays!MORE Host Mark Jontry
Producer/Network Regional Office of Education # 17
Email ****@roe17.org
Location Bloomington, Illinois, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Mike Jones, Melissa Foster +1 more
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9. IETL Podcast

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Calling all Educational Technology Leaders! Listen to our bi-weekly podcast on all things EdTech in Illinois.
Hosts Tony Schlorff, Mary Jane Warden
Producer/Network IETL Board
Email ****@aasa.org
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
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10. STAR NET Regions I&III Podcast

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Illinois STAR NET provides a variety of opportunities for personal and professional growth for those who touch the lives of young children, ages birth through eight, with an emphasis on children with special needs. STAR NET supports family-centered, researched and effective practices in early childhood education and care.In this podcast series, produced by STAR NET Regions I&III, we provide various informational episodes focused on our workshops, current topics, and other concepts focused on working with young children with special needs.MORE Producer/Network Illinois STAR NET Regions I&III
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Illinois, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
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11. Illinois Early Learning Project

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The Illinois Early Learning Project is a source of evidence-based, reliable information for parents, caregivers, and teachers of young children.
Host Natalie Danner
Producer/Network IEL
Email ****@illinois.edu
Location Illinois, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
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12. Teach Talk Listen Learn

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Teach Talk Listen Learn is a podcast featuring conversations about teaching and learning at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Join host Bob Dignan and his guests as they shine a spotlight on the innovative and creative ways faculty and instructors across campus are shaking up the hallowed halls of academia to engage traditional and nontraditional students in all modalities and create transformative learning experiences for them.  This podcast is produced by the Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning at the University of Illinois. Episodes can be found on our website, citl.illinois.edu, and major podcast platforms...MORE Host Bob Dignan
Email ****@illinois.edu
Location Champaign, Illinois, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
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13. Black Teacher Matters

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Abdel Shakur is a writer and teacher concerned with telling the stories of Black teachers. A Catalyst Chicago Classroom Story Slam winner and a 17 year veteran in the classroom, Abdel and his guests reflect on the power of Black folks engaged in the teaching art. Holler at me @abdelshakur.bsky.socialMORE Host Abdel Shakur
Email ****@wcps.k12.md.us
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
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14. THED Talks

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THED Talks is a podcast for theatre teachers and theatre education students. Dr. Jimmy Chrismon, Theatre Education professor at Illinois State University, brings you stories and interviews from experienced K-12 theatre teachers, current theatre education majors, and professors of theatre education that will warm your heart, renew your faith in teaching, and provide resources to better your practice in your theatre classroom. Pour the coffee, relax, and join us for heart-warming conversations and practical advice from practitioners making a difference in students' lives each and every day!MORE Host Jimmy Chrismon
Email ****@thedtalks.com
Location Bloomington, Illinois, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
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15. You Teach, We Learn

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Enlightening conversations about teaching and learning with educators from Loyola and around the world. We open the door to inspiring stories and practical strategies to improve our teaching, connect with our students, and grow in curiosity and love as human beings. Hosted by Dr. Polina Pine, senior lecturer in Loyola University Chicago's Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, and Dr. Jessica Mansbach, Director of the Faculty Center for Ignatian Pedagogy. Brought to you by Loyola University Chicago's Faculty Center for Ignatian Pedagogy.MORE Producer/Network You Teach, We Learn
Email ****@luc.edu
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Patrick Johnson
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16. Let's Talk Teaching

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A podcast exploring topics about teaching and professional development for faculty members and instructors at Illinois State University. The show is produced by the Center for Integrated Professional Development at Illinois State University. Find out more at ProDev.IllinoisState.edu.MORE Email ****@illinoisstate.edu
Location Normal, Illinois, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
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