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The Heart of Teaching

The Heart of Teaching

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The Heart of Teaching is a podcast where teacher Dave Ruzycki passes on lessons and stories from his 38 year teaching career, interviews past students, talks current events, and much more!

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43 - Motorcycles and Memories

The Heart of TeachingAug 04, 2021

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124 - Pizzelle Pals
May 24, 202322:30
123 - Sneakerheads

123 - Sneakerheads

In episode 123 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks with his former student, fellow sneakerhead and business owner Spencer Kaustinen. They talk about being in grade 12, owning a business, and all things sneakers and pop culture.

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May 10, 202353:04
122 - The Psychologist

122 - The Psychologist

In episode 122 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks with a clinical psychologist and former student/player about coping strategies related to anxiety, stress and mental wellness. Some great stuff for all!


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Apr 26, 202334:23
121 - Outside the Box

121 - Outside the Box

In episode 121 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about thinking outside of the box when dealing with his students and the advise he received from a very wise and supportive Principal 40 years back.

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Apr 12, 202308:09
120 - The Wife's Wisdom
Mar 29, 202318:56
119 - The Lion - Michael Courture

119 - The Lion - Michael Courture

In episode 119 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave has a conversation with Michael Courture, who plays professional football for the B.C. Lions (CFL). They talk about his journey to becoming a professional athlete, and the life lessons he learned along the way.


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Mar 15, 202334:54
118 - A Learning Buffet

118 - A Learning Buffet

In episode 118 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about a spirited lesson he taught to a group of students who quit trying because they disliked their instructors. Any students who quit trying need to listen to this one! Good stuff for all!

We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support and highly recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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Mar 01, 202309:15
117 - Becoming a Winner

117 - Becoming a Winner

In episode 117 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave has a candid conversation with a former football player and track team captain. They discuss coming out the right side of life after becoming involved with drugs and a friend group who were making some questionable decisions early in his high school career. A must listen for all parents, teachers, coaches and students!

We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their support and recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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Feb 15, 202328:28
116 - The Prof. and I

116 - The Prof. and I

In episode 116 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks with Greg Sutherland, who teaches teachers at Simon Fraser University on how to teach! Great stuff related our profession and what young educators or aspiring educators need to know!


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Feb 01, 202359:35
115 - University of New Hampshire and Luke

115 - University of New Hampshire and Luke

In episode 115 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks with his former player and student Luke Teskey, about receiving a football scholarship to the University Of New Hampshire, and the successes and challenges related to playing Div. 1 football in the U.S. We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot  for their continued support and recommend them for all your podcast needs!

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Jan 18, 202342:23
114 - Helping and Healing

114 - Helping and Healing

In episode 114 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about a special jacket , helping the homeless and healing. Great stuff to reflect on  for all after suffering a loss and finding peace! We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support, and recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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Jan 04, 202309:35
113 - Volunteering

113 - Volunteering

In episode 113 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about the importance of volunteering at the schools you teach at, and a troubling trend he has noticed. Lots to reflect on, especially for new teachers! A huge thanks to FeedSpot for continuing to promote our podcast the way they do!


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Dec 21, 202206:44
112 - Solutions

112 - Solutions

In episode 112 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks with one of the founders and organizers of a community based program called Game Ready, that helps support those young adults who have challenges and are at risk. There is some great information related to helping and supporting kids!

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Dec 07, 202244:08
111 - Organized Crime

111 - Organized Crime

In episode 111 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave has a conversation with a Vancouver Police Staff Sergeant, who heads the Vancouver Police Organized Crime Unit related to gang activity. They talk about the culture and consequences of being involved in that lifestyle. There is some great advice and insight the Staff Sergeant offers for all parents, teachers, and young adults. We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for all their support and recommend for all your podcast needs!


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Nov 30, 202229:20
110 - World Peace and the Huddle

110 - World Peace and the Huddle

In episode 110 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about a conversation with a parent, and how Dave believes that a football huddle can solve world problems. We would like to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support and recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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Nov 23, 202206:37
109 - The Big Stick Policy

109 - The Big Stick Policy

In episode 109 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about taking over a new football program and treading softly to start. He quickly realized the need to have immediate consequences for inappropriate conduct in order to create a value system for the team. Lots to reflect on with this episode for all coaches and teachers!

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Nov 16, 202208:17
108 - A Great Coach

108 - A Great Coach

In episode 108 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about Dave Easley, the single best coach he ever had. He discusses what he learned from Coach Easley's mentoring, and how Coach Easley made Canadian history! Awesome information for all those that teach, coach, and work with young adults! Enjoy!
We would like to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support and recommend them for all your podcast needs!

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Nov 09, 202213:14
107 - The Inuit and the Avengers

107 - The Inuit and the Avengers

In episode 107 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave reflects on how a lesson on the Inuit's values and culture, and the Avengers, actually helped himself and several students move forward after a tragic event, and allowed them to heal as a family. We would like to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support and recommend them for all your podcast needs.


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Oct 26, 202209:38
106 - Prison

106 - Prison

In episode 106 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave has a somber discussion with a corrections officer, who discusses in detail what young adults have to look forward to if they continue on a path related to gangs and drugs. We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their support and recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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Oct 19, 202237:50
105 - Gangs and Grooming

105 - Gangs and Grooming

In episode 105 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about his conversation several years ago with a former L.A. police officer, who worked in the schools to help prevent the gang culture from taking over. Lots to reflect on for all! We would like to continue to thank FeedSpot for their continued support and recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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Oct 12, 202211:43
104 - Chemistry

104 - Chemistry

In episode 104 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about the importance of everyone being on the same page regarding organizations and high school sports teams, and removing those that don't buy in. Lots to reflect on for all! Thanks again to the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support.  We highly recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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Oct 05, 202212:22
103 - The Decision

103 - The Decision

In episode 103 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about the difficult decisions he made during a work stoppage, and the impact it had on his relationship with his colleagues and students. We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their support and recommend for all your podcast needs!


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Sep 28, 202208:48
102 - Lessons on Drugs

102 - Lessons on Drugs

In episode 102 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about the life lessons two former students received one Saturday related to drugs and alcohol. This lesson was impactful to those two young men. Some valuable stuff to reflect on for all! We would like to thank FeedSpot for their continued support and recommend them for all your podcast needs.


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Sep 21, 202210:39
101 - Bouncing Back

101 - Bouncing Back

In episode 101 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about the importance of providing our students with the skills needed to "bounce back" from adversity. He talks about two students and his best friend, and their abilities to move forward from past challenges. Thank you to FeedSpot for their continued support! We highly recommend them for all your podcast needs.

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Sep 14, 202209:02
100 - The Secrets to Success

100 - The Secrets to Success

This is the big one! In the 100th episode of The Heart of Teaching, sixteen diverse and successful individuals give their keys to success! We have professional athletes, a naval commander, a national-caliber wrestler and lawyer, a hall of fame coach and principal, a former superintendent, people in the business world, and so many more! Enjoy, and learn!

Thanks to the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support. Check them out for all your podcast needs. 


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Sep 06, 202201:29:36
99 - The Story of Empathy Remastered

99 - The Story of Empathy Remastered

In episode 99 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave recounts a conversation with his class about a former student who was marginalized, and the impact his words had on a group of young adults. We would like to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support and recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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Sep 01, 202220:42
98 - Popular vs Respected

98 - Popular vs Respected

In episode 98 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave discusses what he has learned about popularity and respect regarding parenting, coaching and teaching. He shares a couple of impactful stories that leave a lot to reflect on. We would like to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support, and for ranking us #10 globally for teacher podcasts. We highly recommend them for all your podcast needs! Take care!


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Aug 23, 202211:48
97 - Motivation and Baby Food

97 - Motivation and Baby Food

In episode 97 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave discusses the importance of motivation when teaching and coaching, and reflects on several events that impacted his 2021 football team's championship. Some good stuff to think about for all!

A huge thank you to FeedSpot for supporting our podcast and ranking us #10 globally for teacher podcasts! We highly recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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Aug 16, 202211:43
96 - Fostering and Family

96 - Fostering and Family

In episode 96 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about fostering his players and students over the years, and what the term "family" means to him. Thank you to FeedSpot for their continued and they have our highest recommendation for all your podcast needs!


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Aug 09, 202211:16
95 - Finding His Path

95 - Finding His Path

In episode 95 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks with former CFL great, Orville Lee, about his career and what drove him to be one of the best. They also discuss Orville's current role as president and CEO of Pathfinders, an organization focused on helping marginalized young adults in our community. Great life lessons for all! We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot  for their continued support and highly recommend them for all your listening needs!


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Aug 03, 202247:36
94 - The Next Chapter
Jul 26, 202208:57
93 - The "F-Bomb" Kid

93 - The "F-Bomb" Kid

In episode 93 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about  his response and relationship with a student athlete that threw an "F-bomb" at him during a practice. Some great stuff to reflect on for all teachers, students, coaches and parents. We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support and recommend them for all your podcast needs!  Enjoy!


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Jul 19, 202209:00
92 - Giulio's Journey Part 2

92 - Giulio's Journey Part 2

In the second part of Giulio's Journey, Dave Ruzycki and Giulio Caravatta talk about how the former C.F.L. Quarterback became the voice of the British Columbia Lions, and a very successful and popular broadcaster. There are some great takeaways and humorous moments. This is an awesome listen for all, even if you don't follow football! For all your Podcast needs please check out FeedSpot.


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Jul 13, 202230:00
91 - Giulio's Journey Part 1
Jul 06, 202201:04:27
90 - The Last Goodbye

90 - The Last Goodbye

In the 90th episode of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki says goodbye to a school he has taught at for two decades. Some great stuff to reflect on for all teachers! We would like to thank FeedSpot for their continued support, and recommend them for all your podcasting needs.


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Jun 28, 202205:30
89 - Mark and Bicycle Motocross

89 - Mark and Bicycle Motocross

In episode 89 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki has a conversation with the first professional bicycle motocross racer in the nation, Mark Kaustinen. We talk about his journey to the top and the life lessons he learned along the way. Some great stuff to reflect on. We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support and highly recommend for all you podcast needs.


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Jun 21, 202246:54
88 - Angelina's Initiative

88 - Angelina's Initiative

In episode 88 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki talks with a current grade 12 student about her initiative several years back in which she connected and supported thousands of young adults during the pandemic lockdown through a series of highly successful webinars. Just a great success story! We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their support and highly recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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Jun 15, 202226:19
87 - Prison and the Warden

87 - Prison and the Warden

In episode 87 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki has very real and graphic conversation with a former Deputy Warden about life in prison. There is a very clear message and some great advise for all! We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their continued support and highly recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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Jun 08, 202240:22
86 - The Impact of Drinking and Driving

86 - The Impact of Drinking and Driving

In episode 86 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki talks about the impact on the school community by those that drink and drive. A must-listen for all students, parents, coaches, and teachers. We would like to continue to recognize FeedSpot for their continued support and highly recommend them for all your podcast needs.


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Jun 01, 202208:44
85 - Sneakers by Spencer
May 24, 202231:30
84 - Fire and the Doppler Effect

84 - Fire and the Doppler Effect

In episode 84 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki talks about thinking outside the box and a science experiment gone wrong. Some great information and funny stuff to reflect on. We would like to thank FeedSpot for their continued support and highly recommend them for all your podcast needs.


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May 17, 202207:58
83 - I Have Your Back

83 - I Have Your Back

In episode 83 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki outlines a simple concept, and what it actually means to have our children's, students', and players' backs! Good stuff to reflect on for all those working with children and young adults. We would like to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their support and highly recommend them for all your podcast needs!


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May 11, 202211:18
82 - IQ vs EQ Remastered

82 - IQ vs EQ Remastered

In episode 82 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki remasters and adds additional information to an episode and concept dealing with the importance of IQ and EQ in the teaching profession. Two important stories to reflect on for all parents, coaches, and teachers! 


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May 05, 202210:05
81 - Chasing the Dream

81 - Chasing the Dream

In episode 81 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki has a talk with a former student and football player who completed his  2021-2022 Sr. year of high school down South and played football for the California State High School Champions Mater Dei Crusaders in San Diego. They talk about politics, the pandemic, cultural differences, and U.S. High School football. Enjoy!


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Apr 27, 202251:45
80 - Doug and the Handshake

80 - Doug and the Handshake

In episode 80 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki talks about a life lesson he learned years ago from a close friend regarding confidence and first impressions and the impact that life lesson has had on all his students! This is an important story for everyone to reflect on and learn from. We would like to continue to recognize FeedSpot for all your Podcast interests! They have been great to us!!


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Apr 20, 202206:27
79 - Coaches are Teachers

79 - Coaches are Teachers

In episode 79 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki talks about the concept that all coaches are teachers first and coaches second, and the showdown and outcome he had with an opposing coach who decided to run up the score on his boys. A must-listen for all students, parents, and teachers. We want to continue to thank the listening platform FeedSpot for their support and recommend them for all your listening needs!

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Apr 13, 202210:14
78 - Walking the Talk

78 - Walking the Talk

In episode 78 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki talks about walking the talk when discussing doing the right thing, and an incident he uses as a teachable moment involving his showdown with a restaurant owner, an inappropriate sign, and 2800 dollars. An important lesson to reflect on for all students, parents, coaches, and teachers. We would like to recognize Feedspot for their continued support and recommend them for all your podcast interests!


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Apr 06, 202209:01
77 - A Defining Moment

77 - A Defining Moment

In episode 77 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave talks about defining moments that have the possibility and potential to change a person's direction in life, and that one defining moment that impacted his future. He does a lot of soul searching in this episode. We would like to continue to support the listening platform Feedspot and all the awesome podcasts they promote! Thank you so much for ranking us #11 globally!


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Mar 30, 202211:46
76 - Breakfast and Chinese Food

76 - Breakfast and Chinese Food

In episode 76 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki talks about kids at risk and the success he had in developing a program that featured breakfasts, birthday cakes, and Chinese food.  Great information for all educators and parents to reflect on! We would like to continue to thank Feedspot for recognizing us as one of the top teacher podcasts to listen to!


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Mar 22, 202208:27
75 - The Bag of Balls

75 - The Bag of Balls

In episode 75 of The Heart of Teaching, Dave Ruzycki talks about the challenges, humorous moments, and what he learned when he taught at an alternative elementary school. Some cool stuff to reflect on for all! We would like to continue to promote the listening platform Feedspot. In addition to our podcast, they have a ton of other awesome teacher podcasts to check out!


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Mar 16, 202217:32