<![CDATA[Chalk Dust Chatter]]>d4c618c5-6fdc-571b-8fc4-48739d3c294dSat, 20 Jun 2026 17:32:43 +0000Captivate.fmMKHalcotthttps://artwork.captivate.fm/2e36fa00-2907-4a3d-9957-5e30552af74f/CDC-Pod-Image-MKH.pngChalk Dust ChatterMKHalcottMKHalcottTogether, we'll explore the triumphs, struggles, lessons, laughter, and occasional chaos that come with dedicating your life to education. From heartwarming moments and hilarious mishaps to the experiences that make us question everything we thought we knew, this podcast is a place for educators to share the stories that rarely make it into the lesson plans. Whether you're a future teacher, a current educator, a retired school employee, or simply someone who appreciates the impact of great teachers, you'll find something familiar here. Because teaching is more than a profession; it's a collection of moments, relationships, and stories that shape who we are.https://chalk-dust-chatter.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastThe Long Way AroundThe Long Way AroundIn the premiere episode of Chalk Dust Chatter, Missy shares the winding journey that led her to the classroom. From being told teaching wasn't a realistic career path to finding mentors who challenged her to "make it possible," this personal story explores perseverance, self-belief, and the educators who change lives. Along the way, she reflects on the teachers who inspired her, the obstacles that nearly derailed her dream, and why the long way around sometimes leads exactly where you're meant to be. A heartfelt conversation about persistence, purpose, and the power of someone believing in you before you believe in yourself.

To submit your own Chalk Dust Chats, complete this submission form and our host will consider sharing your chat with listeners in a future episode.

]]>In the premiere episode of Chalk Dust Chatter, Missy shares the winding journey that led her to the classroom. From being told teaching wasn't a realistic career path to finding mentors who challenged her to "make it possible," this personal story explores perseverance, self-belief, and the educators who change lives. Along the way, she reflects on the teachers who inspired her, the obstacles that nearly derailed her dream, and why the long way around sometimes leads exactly where you're meant to be. A heartfelt conversation about persistence, purpose, and the power of someone believing in you before you believe in yourself.

To submit your own Chalk Dust Chats, complete this submission form and our host will consider sharing your chat with listeners in a future episode.

]]>28a69867-3114-4187-8c71-0e83664ea795Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:15:00 -040007:17falsefull1111Chalk Dust Chatter: TrailerChalk Dust Chatter: TrailerThank you for listening to Chalk Dust Chatter. If you are an educator, future, present, or past, and this podcast resonates with you, please consider sharing it with a fellow educator. Our collective stories may serve to entertain, inspire, and connect educators to one another.

Please consider sharing your own chalk dust chat with the host of this podcast. To do so, please complete this submission form. The host will follow up with you if you allow it. Please know that with permission, your submission may be shared on one of the next episodes of Chalk Dust Chatter. Your story is appreciated.

]]>Thank you for listening to Chalk Dust Chatter. If you are an educator, future, present, or past, and this podcast resonates with you, please consider sharing it with a fellow educator. Our collective stories may serve to entertain, inspire, and connect educators to one another.

Please consider sharing your own chalk dust chat with the host of this podcast. To do so, please complete this submission form. The host will follow up with you if you allow it. Please know that with permission, your submission may be shared on one of the next episodes of Chalk Dust Chatter. Your story is appreciated.

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