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Mr. Clarke After Dark

Welcome to the “Mr. Clarke After Dark” podcast with host Lucas Clarke, an educator determined to move away from recycled professional development and engage in more nuanced, personable, and relevant conversations for learning.Each week, Mr. Clarke unpacks the inner workings of the classroom and learns out loud with educators, politicians, comedians, and other field experts of all shapes, sizes, and burnout levels. Whether they have been in the trenches of their profession for five months or fifty

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134:06

#100 - Kyle Harquail | Fentanyl Cookies,...

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2025/06/03

Send us a text Kyle Harquail is currently a Teacher in Saint John, NB and is, most importantly, a dear friend. On the episode, Kyle and I discuss instances where students have defecated themselves in our classes, ways we used to kill time at boring jobs, times we got caught falling asleep at work, how Kyle almost went to culinary school and my physiotherapy plan, how I got rejected from university, Covid hit, and my dad died all in a three month span, moments from high school that still make ...

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64:06

#099 - Hailey Chisholm | Tutoring Businesses,...

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2025/05/27

Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Hailey Chisholm—educator, tutor, and fellow Westwood survivor. Hailey and I talk mentorship, what the most common academic concerns parents have for their children and how we assess for them, how building student confidence can make or break a learning experience, why teachers never feel like they have their sh*t together, how to stop being a perfectionist within teaching, the pros and cons of various practicum lengths, what student teachers are...

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28:14

The Clarke Notes #7 | Whack-a-mole Classroom...

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2025/05/25

Send us a text In this episode, I share some personal stories about how family losses have shaped my perspective on life and the long game of this career. I talk about the hilarious and unique challenges of teaching middle school in the month of May—especially when it comes to classroom management and student behavior—my hate for reading fiction, and why understanding different educational systems can make us better at what we do. Looking ahead, I share my thoughts on educational leadership a...

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57:42

#098 - Craig Randall | Leading the Much-Needed Shift...

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2025/05/20

Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Craig Randall, author of Trust-Based Observations: Maximizing Teaching and Learning Growth, to dive deep into the future of teacher evaluations and educational leadership. We explore why traditional teacher evaluation systems often fall short—and how building trust, fostering psychological safety, and focusing on strengths-based feedback can completely transform school culture. Craig shares what he has learned about the importance of relational ...

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56:58

#097 - Dr. Selena Fisk | Operational Intelligence:...

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2025/05/13

Send us a text Dr. Selena Fisk is a keynote speaker, author, and data storytelling expert who frequently consults both school districts and businesses on their data collection practices. In this episode, Selena and I dive deep into how schools can use data more meaningfully and humanely. Throughout our conversation, we discuss data-informed instruction, the dangers of misusing performance metrics, using data to to assess teachers, and why so many schools struggle with effective data tracking....

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56:52

#096 - Tyler Tarver | YouTube Learning, AI...

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2025/05/06

Send us a text Dr. Tyler Tarver is the Founder of Tarver Academy and is currently a Director of Learning and Development based out of Little Rock, Arkansas. In this episode, Dr. Tyler Tarver and I explore how feedback from students can refine your methods, why teachers need identities outside of school, what students really need to understand about what teachers want for them, his research on if Youtube is an effective tool for education and what keeps students engaged, hilarious mistak...

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73:01

#095 - Bernii Godwin | Love Languages, Sleep Hygiene,...

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2025/04/29

In this episode, I sit down with Bernii Godwin and dive deep into the heart of what truly shapes student behavior, classroom management, and overall school culture: relationships. Bernii and I explore why understanding human behavior and emotional triggers is essential for creating a connected, well-regulated classroom, and how teachers can balance responsibility with support without burning out. We talk about everything from student discipline, emotional intelligence, and the importance of s...

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29:54

The Clarke Notes #6 | Teachers Are Negotiating For...

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2025/04/27

In this episode of Clarke Notes, I dive into the ongoing debate around teacher pay, with a particular focus on Alberta and New Brunswick. While teachers often ask for blanket salary increases, I explore some alternative strategies that could better support educators without sparking public outrage. I talk about how important it is to acknowledge teachers' contributions to boost morale, and how improved insurance benefits could provide real financial relief. I also highlight the potential of r...

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64:05

#094 - Dr. Mark Williams | The Hidden Factor...

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2025/04/22

Dr. Mark Williams is a Professor of Neuroscience and is the author of The Connected Species: How Understanding The Evolution of the Brain Can Help You Reconnect With The World. In this episode, Mark and I dive deep into the science of human connection and its profound impact on education. Drawing from his personal journey and groundbreaking research, Dr. Williams explores why connection—not just engagement—is the key to effective teaching and lifelong learning. He discusses how teacher-studen...

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84:15

#093 - Dr. Chris Bronke | Does UDL Really Work in...

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2025/04/15

Dr. Christopher Bronke is a Senior Education Consultant for Novak Education. Bronke has held numerous teacher-leadership positions at the national level including a seat on both the Carnegie Foundation Teacher Advisory Panel and the Teacher Advisory Council for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Bronke designs and delivers presentations on assessment theory and design, standards-based instruction, Universal Design for Learning, Deeper Learning, ELA curriculum design, intentional integrati...

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55:25

#092 - Andrea Avery | Rethinking Sex Ed, Taboos, and...

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2025/04/08

In this conversation, Andrea Avery and I delve into the complexities of sexual education, exploring its evolution, the impact of cultural norms, and the challenges faced by educators. We discuss the importance of addressing taboos, the influence of technology on sexual awareness, and the differences in how boys and girls are educated about sex. The conversation also touches on personal experiences, societal expectations regarding body image, the pressures faced by students in navigating their...

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#091 - Robert Barnett | The Modern Classrooms Project

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2025/04/01

Robert Barnett is the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of the Modern Classrooms Project and a graduate of Harvard Law School. In this conversation, Rob and I explore the challenges teachers face in addressing the diverse needs of students, with a focus on the benefits of self-paced learning, as well as being a holder of a very random world record! We also discuss the need for a paradigm shift in educator evaluation, highlighting the significance of mastery-based learning and the integrati...

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25:13

The Clarke Notes #5 | Teacher Money, Fickle...

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2025/03/30

In this episode, I discuss the exchange between financial gain and personal fulfillment in teaching, the challenges of teacher retention, and the potential benefits of private education and outdoor learning. The talk also touches on the importance of collaboration among educators and the pitfalls of overcomplicating educational concepts. Download the Luxy App: https://www.onluxy.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqTNbyn-jjHs7e_i30XoKL8TjYHwsNZf3mszmFzGiR7IyEUU0FD Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Ane...

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94:52

#090 - Erin Schryer | Defending Private Education

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2025/03/25

Dr. Erin Schryer is currently the Head of School for Origins Academy, as well as the CEO & Owner of Origins Natural Learning Childcare with multiple locations spread throughout the Greater Saint John area of New Brunswick, Canada. In this conversation, Erin and I discuss literacy, the role of private education, the importance of getting children into an educational routine before they reach kindergarten, the impact of gender differences on learning, and the need for early screening and in...

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58:45

#089 - Tyler Comeau | The Elements of Leadership: How...

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2025/03/18

Tyler Comeau is currently a Principal, Podcast Host, and Author based out of Southern Alberta. In this conversation, Tyler Comeau discusses his experiences as a principal and the importance of impact in leadership. He emphasizes the need for action, support, and engagement in educational settings. Tyler also explores the significance of learning from past administrators and the challenges of navigating change as a new principal. He introduces his podcast, 'The Elemental Educator,' which aims ...

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#088 - Amy Marshall | An Ode to Smooth Joy

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2025/03/11

Amy Marshall is a District Leader in Literacy with the Anglophone South School District based out of Saint John, New Brunswick. In this conversation, Amy and I discuss teaching curiosity, conceptualizing joy as a skill, innovative approaches to restructuring education, developing reader identity in your students, a surprising way to use ChatGPT in the humanities classroom, the movement in assessment changing from product to process, Amy’s awesome change with not having desks in her classroom,...

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72:47

#087 - Conrad Drover | Podogogy 101: Higher Learning,...

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2025/03/04

In this conversation, Conrad and I explore the intricacies of podcasting and education. We discuss the significance of professional learning, how rewarding education can be, strategies for audience growth, navigating uncertainty, finding new passions, the launch of his own podcast, how different podcasters use their podcast, our mutual goals, dangerously simple questions, training with police officers, how interesting some teachers are and how stupid they make us feel, and, much more! N...

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29:39

The Clarke Notes #4 | What is This About?

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2025/02/28

Hello friends, watch me have a nosebleed in real time! In this episode, I discuss niches, highlights from previous episodes, what to expect over the next few months, a reimagined framework for teacher pay to help improve retention, future projects, the podcasts of friends, and, much more. Don't be scared! Thoughts shared on the podcast are purely our own and do not represent the views of the Anglophone South School District or the relevant jurisdictions associated with my guests.

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49:24

#086 - Leslie Rob | Christian Comedy & Field Trip Fails

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2025/02/25

In this conversation, Leslie Robb, a teacher and comedian, shares her unique experiences in education and comedy. Leslie and I discuss her unexpected journey as a bus driver to her rewarding moments on stage with the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, well-meaning but somewhat unaware middle aged Christian ladies, Christian comedy, her overall wild resume including time teaching adults, the simplest and most effective classroom management techniques, educational ‘best practices,’ an embarrassing tri...

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67:53

#085 - Brandon Jenkins | Personalizing Your Teaching...

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2025/02/18

Brandon Jenkins is a Teacher, Comedian, and is the host of the Teaching in Color podcast based out of Houston, Texas. In this conversation, Brandon and I discuss the challenges of navigating imposter syndrome, the importance of authenticity and humor in the classroom, the evolving perception of teachers, and the significance of sharing our personal stories within the educational community. Brandon and I also highlight the importance of representation in teaching and recounts his experience te...

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