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It"s Personal Podcast

Gary R. Gray Jr

Welcome to ItsPersonalPodcast, hosted by Gary R. Gray Jr.—teacher, writer, storyteller, and kid from Preston now teaching in Singapore. This ain’t your typical pod. No fancy edits. No perfect soundscapes. Just real talk. Sometimes it’s Gary, solo, diving deep—into childhood, into choices, into what it means to be growing, moving, becoming. He peels back the layers, questions his “accomplishments,” wonders out loud if he’s living a full life. It’s vulnerable. It’s honest. It’s personal.Other times,

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00:29:30

#ItsPersonal II: 28. Veera Hiranandani shares her...

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2020/04/05

Welcome back Veera! This is Veer'as second appearance on ItsPersonal and this time she is back for a check in. Gary speaks with Veera specifically about motherhood and its ups and downs, along with Covid19 family times and duties. This is an episode you will not want to miss. You can find Veera at www.veerahiranandani.com.

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00:22:18

#ItsPersonal II: 27. Wendy Shang talks family,...

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2020/03/30

On this episode Gary talks with Wendy Shang, author of The Great Wall of Lucy, This Is Just A Test and The Way Home Looks Now. It does not take long for Gary and Wendy to connect. Wendy talks about the idea of Asian pressure, raising a family and her favorite teacher! You can find Wendy on twitter @WendyShang and her website www.wendyshang.com.

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00:00:40

#ItsPersonal Season II Intro

It"s Personal Podcast ·

2020/03/23

gary is back with season two of itspersonal and this time around he gets even more personal with some of your favorite authors, storytellers, educational minds in the game. sit back and truly listen to the story of authors and educators behind the scenes.

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00:28:25

#ItsPersonal 26. Esther Brunat speaks about fun,...

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2020/01/03

@Estherbrunat is a crack yo-mama jokes type of teacher. She teachers math to high schoolers and shares a weekly show on Instagram "What the Kids be Sayin" explaining some of the newest trends in the classroom. On this episode Gary and Esther share laughs and some important topics within her life right now. Check out Esther online @Estherbrunat she is halurrious!

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00:24:38

#ItsPersonal 25. Danielle Alanna talks her growing up...

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2020/01/01

On this episode Danielle Alanna (@hotmessteaching) shares growing up in a single parent household, schooling in a predominantly white school, and a relative as a teacher. Learn more about Danielle and her educational journey on this episode of its person. Don't forget to check out her instagram account.

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00:29:37

#ItsPersonal 24. Asmahan Mashrah talks culture,...

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2020/01/01

@Asmahanmashrah is a social racial religious justice advocate who presents, shares, and inspires others in the educational world. On top of her great work online, she is in the community, on the ground making a change. Listen as Gary speaks with this inspiration teacher about life, and how she's got to where she is today. Follow Asmahan online: @Asmahanmashrah

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00:38:48

#ItsPersonal 23. Derrick Barnes a Caldecott Honor,...

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2019/12/25

Derrick D. Barnes is from Kansas City, MO. In this episode we listen to Derrick explain his journey as an author, a friend, a husband and a father. Derrick takes the time to open up about his past and how things have turned around after many years of hard work. You don't want to miss this chat. Derrick gives some amazing advice to up and coming authors and creators. You can check out Derrick's website at www.derrickdbarnes.com

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00:38:52

#ItsPersonal 22. Elizabeth Kleinrock shares her...

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2019/12/23

Elizabeth Kleinrock(www.teachandtransform.org)gets personal on this episode and shares the unexpected. We skip the edu talk, and really get to know Liz outside of the classroom. Liz talks about growing up in a white household, jewish family traditions and 80s music. You do not want to miss this one. Check out Liz on instagram/twitter @teachandtransform she shares some of the most thoughtful comments and work online.

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00:21:05

#ItsPersonal 21. Juana Martinez-Neal talks raising...

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2019/12/22

This is PART II of a conversation Gary had with Juana. What a beautiful soul this lady has. Juana shares a detailed insight on her illustrating and storytelling process, along with what it takes to raise mixed kids in today's world. Check Juana out on Twitter @Juanamartinez

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00:19:24

#ItsPersonal 20. Juana Martinez-Neal talks moving to...

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2019/10/19

Juana Martinez-Neal is easily one of my favorite authors and illustrators; Alma, Princess and the Pea, Babymoon, Fry Bread (etc). In PART I of this chat, Juana talks about family and how it has played an important part of her childhood growing up. She speaks about a large family in which her mother, grandparents, uncles and cousins all play an important role in who she is today. Stay tuned for PART II in which Juana talks more about her life in America, and how her kids deal with specific

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00:27:47

#ItsPersonal 19. Colby Sharp growing up in a...

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2019/10/19

NOTE: Sorry about Audio.. Colby was kind enough to be one of the first educators to interview. This was done on an iphone :-) From author, to youtube expert, podcaster, educator, father, friend, etc. The dude Colby Sharp does it all! And he does a great job at it too. During this podcast, Gary speaks with the man himself. They talk about the importance of putting the right books in every kids hands, family, his early years in an all white school, and so much more. This podcast is jammed with

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00:14:34

#ItsPersonal 18. Mike Ochs Ninja Turtles, teacher...

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2019/07/11

Before you get into this podcast, have you listened to PART II? If not, go back and listen to Mike share personal stories. Don't worry, PART II is not going to disappear. In PART II Mike talks more about the patience of teachers and how important this is for student life. He takes a walk down memory lane and shares his love for Ninja Turtles. Lastly, and probably most important, he shares some amazing insights on what educators can do today to help make their classrooms more equitable and fun.

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00:19:48

#ItsPersonal 17. Mike Ochs The Brooklyn Nets and...

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2019/07/09

Mike Ochs is part of TCRWP (Teachers College Reading and Writing Project)He has led site-based staff development in schools across the country. In this episode Gary and Mike talk sports (and of course teaching) Let's not beat around the bush here. Both basketball fans, Gary and Mike talk about the progression of the Brooklyn Nets basketball team and what real personalized learning looks like. Mike hits home the idea of patience and why he feels teachers need to remember that students have ideas that

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00:26:15

#ItsPersonal 16. Dr. Kim Parker shares growing up on...

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2019/07/04

Dr. Kim Parker is special :-) What a treat, I mean what a treat! Dr. Kim Parker talks changing her dress to meet the needs of white people, going to HOWARD, disrupting literacy and the breakdown of #31DaysIBPOC on twitter. If you haven't checked out this hash tag, please go and do so RIGHT NOW. You will not be disappointed. Sit back and relax. Enjoy this amazing ladies story.

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00:37:28

#ItsPersonal 15. Matthew de la Peña chats about being...

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2019/06/15

Matt was the mixed kid in elementary. In middle school. In high school, college. And still is today. On this episode, Gary talks with Matthew de la Peña an American Newbery Medalist who writes children books and novels for young adults. Gary get's personal with Matt, and digs into his past about his childhood home and family. If you enjoy this episode, keep the conversation going on twitter @GaryRGrayJr.

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00:47:26

#ItsPersonal 14. Valeria Brown talks parenting,...

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2019/05/19

On this episode Gary talks with the one and only Valeria Brown (@ValeriaBrownEdu). This lady has helped Gary in so many ways! She is an amazing wife and momma of 2 love kids. She helps educators understand the importance of race within education. She works closely with TeachingTolerance.org. And host of #CLEARTHEAIR on twitter. If you are interested in tough topics, and engaging conversations, Valeria can help you with that. This podcast is long, but worth EVERY second! Enjoy :-)

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00:35:00

#ItsPersonal 13. Marian Dingle talks personal time,...

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2019/05/12

On this podcast Gary talks with math specialist Marian Dingle (@DingleTeach)from Georgia. Marian gets right into talking specially about her family love, kids and husband. How she balances her need for alone time, and husbands busy schedule. She talks about being "the black kid" and the "black kid who's smart". All in 5th grade. This pod, is jammed with deep reflection and real life motivation. Marian, thanks for keeping it real.

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00:10:42

#ItsPersonal 12. Tiffany Jewell talks being tracked...

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2019/05/09

This is Partt II of my conversation with Tiffany Jewell, the amazing Montessorian Educator. In this episode we wrap up our conversation about the life of a bi-racial kid, the idea of tracking systems in school and how they are ****** up, and super mom. You can find Tiffany on instagram @tiffanymjewell. Go check her out!

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00:26:08

#ItsPersonal 11. Tiffany Jewell, talks bi-racial,...

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2019/05/01

Today I have a treat for you. Instagram friend, Tiffany Jewell is a Montessorian, anti-racist educator and passionate book lover. On this episode we talk about Tiffany's past, growing up as a bi-racial kid, and what her favourite teacher did for her. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. You can Jewell on Instagram: @tiffanymjewell

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00:34:28

#ItsPersonal 10. Nic Stone, talks unicorn husband,...

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2019/04/21

This is Part II of a two part series with Nic Stone. In this episode we continue about Nic's unicorn husband, his ability to adjust, and love for her and the boys. We get into a chat about her dad (the best dad in the world), mom's intensity, and toxic masculinity. I hate that this podcast is over. Nic was a special guest, and will forever go down as one of my favourite guest on the show. Thanks Nic for keeping it real! #MuchLove

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