The Educators MathCast
Welcome to the Educators MathCast, the podcast where passionate conversations meet powerful ideas in K–12 mathematics education. Hosted by math leaders Mike Flynn and Zak Champagne, this show dives deep into the evolving landscape of math teaching and professional development.
Each episode features candid interviews with influential math leaders, visionary thinkers, and classroom changemakers. Together, they explore the latest trends, research, and innovations shaping the way educators teach and students learn mathematics. From equitable teaching practices and curriculum shifts to the role of technology and teacher agency, no topic is off limits.
Whether you're a classroom teacher, coach, administrator, or just someone who loves math education, the Educators MathCast offers the inspiration, insight, and community you've been looking for.
Powered by Flynn Education, this podcast is your go-to source for staying connected to the heart of math teaching today and sparking the curiosity that keeps great educators growing.
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Episodes
Monday Nov 03, 2025
Monday Nov 03, 2025
What are the unintended consequences of how we talk to students? In this episode of the Educators MathCast Mike and Zak talk about how to frame math manipulatives as a powerful tool instead of a stigma.
Monday Oct 20, 2025
Monday Oct 20, 2025
In this conversation Zak chats with Deborah about building students' comfort by bridging the gap between literacy and mathematics.
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
What does it mean to teach real world math in the classroom? Mike and Zak dig into their perspectives on this concept in this episode of the Educators MathCast.
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
In this edition of Voices From the Field Zak Champagne talks to Vanessa Vakharia about broadening the definition of math in the classroom.
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
Start the school year off right by taking steps to create a strong math community in your classroom. In this inaugural episode of the Educators MathCast Zak and Mike dig into strategies you can use to make students comfortable being vulnerable in their math thinking.