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The Mister Castana Podcast

Rene Castillo

A podcast for teachers, by teachers, and anyone who"s ever had a teacher!

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00:37:59

Episode XL The Chicken or The Egg?

The Mister Castana Podcast ·

2025/10/13

In our 40th episode we dive into some very interesting fun facts. Especially the long debated question: what came first, the chicken or the egg? Tune in and find out! #TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #FunFacts #BrainScience #PsychologyFacts #SuperbowlHalftimeShow #BadBunny

00:49:15

Episode XXXIX Teaching 101: Expect the Unexpected

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2025/09/02

In the Season premiere, we get into the unexpected things that many teachers experience, as well as some unforgettable stories we’ve had. We also had some of our teacher friends share some of the unexpected stories they’ve experienced. You won’t want to miss this one! #MisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #Teaching101 #UnexpectedClassroomStories #KindergartenAdventures#schoollockdown #BadBunnyResidency #PostConcertDepression

00:48:02

Episode XXXVIII 1 Gorilla VS 100 Castanas

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2025/05/30

As we wrap up another school year, we cap it off with another set of fun facts! We also get into the viral debate about how many men it would take to defeat a silverback gorilla. That and other fun and weird fun facts. What are your thoughts on these facts? Let us know in the comments! #TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #1GorillaVS100Men #gorillavs100men #funfacts #psychologyfacts #behavioranalysis

01:03:07

Episode XXXVII BOURDAINISMS W/ Tippy Arizaga

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2025/04/02

A celebrity chef, author, travel documentarian, and total bad ass. Anthony Bourdain lived a life many he only dreamed of. In this episode, we share some lessons learned from Bourdain while also sharing some tequila with special guests and friend of the podcast Christopher “TIPPY” Arizaga. He shares his story of life in Vietnam as restaurant owner of Tippy‘s Mexican food. Join us and laugh with us, you won’t want to miss this one! #AnthonyBourdain #Bourdain #Bourdainisms #LessonsFromBourdain

01:16:21

Episode XXXVI Prison Stories

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2025/03/11

In this episode, we have friend and colleague Blayke Barker come on as a guest and share some wild teaching stories. She previously taught at the infamous San Quentin Prison, along with other jails in Northern California. You don't want to miss this one! #PrisonStories #SanQuentinPrison #SanMateoJail #SanFrancisoJail #TeachingInPrison #TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP

00:31:56

Episode XXXV Damage Control

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2025/01/31

Have you ever played the game “Damage Control”? Find out what it is, along with more weird fun facts!#themistercastanapodcast #MCP #DamageControl #FunFacts

00:44:25

Episode XXXIV: What Gives You Nostalgia?

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2024/12/18

Nostalgia (noun): a sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past, typically, for a period or place with happy personal associations.For many people smells, sounds, and places often evoke feelings of nostalgia. In this episode we dive into the psychology of nostalgia and also some of our own. What gives you nostalgia? Share them in the comments! #Nostalgia #TheGoodOldDays #TakeMeBack #TheMCP #TheMisterCastanaPodcast

00:46:35

Episode XXXIII Mount Rushmore: Fictional Athletes

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2024/11/13

When you think of the top fictional athletes, who comes to mind? In this episode we share our top athletes in film. Who’s on your top list? #themistercastanapodcast #themcp #MountRushmore #FictionalCharacters

00:33:10

Episode XXXII Fictional Friends… How many of us have...

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2024/10/27

In this episode, we revisit the “ Delve Deck” to share some conversation starters. Get to know us a little more with these fun questions! #TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #DelveDeck #ConversationStarters

00:43:46

Episode XXX1: Are You Superstitious?

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2024/08/29

In the season 3 premiere, we jump right into talking about some interesting superstitions. Providing some historical references to some common superstitions, while hearing fun stories from some friends about their superstitions. You don’t want to miss this one! Do you believe in a certain superstition? We want to hear about them! Drop them in the comments 😎 #TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #Superstitions #SuperstitiousAthletes #BlackCats #FridayThe13th

01:00:47

Episode 30: Students VS Technology

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2024/05/30

Public Service Announcement: should we limit student screen time on cell phones? In this episode we discuss the impact cellphones and social media has had on mental health and education. A special 2-year anniversary with guest THEE magician mathematician Ryan Jeffries. Join us!#MisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #TechAddiction #DopamineSpikes #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthCrisis

00:56:37

Episode XXIX: Fun Psyche Facts

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2024/05/03

More random facts, psychology edition! We discuss different facts that are related to psychology, human behavior, and sociology. Our resident psychologist also joins us again to share some insightful information that will blow your mind 🧠. Do you have any interesting fun facts? Drop them in the comments! #TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #FunFacts #Psychology #HumanBehavior

01:00:08

Episode XXVIII: Peanut Butter and Jelly Burritos

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2024/03/25

We welcome one of our besties to the show! A Latina College Professor, with a Doctorate in Education, AND a published author; all while being a Super Mom 💪🏼. Dr. Aryca Arizaga joins us to talk about border town culture, language, and her book PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY BURRITOS. The Doc is truly a unicorn 🦄!#TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #PeanutButterAndJellyBurritos #BorderTownCulture #BorderTownKids #Language #Chicanos #Pochos

00:28:51

Episode XXVII (Political)Party in the USA 🇺🇸

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2024/02/28

The Republican Party was responsible for freeing the slaves; but are they the still same party? What factors played a role the evolution of our current political parties? In this episode, We get “political”. Nick gives a brief history lesson on the evolution of American political parties to help better understand how our current political parties came to be. Tune in and nerd out with us! 🤓#TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #AmericanPoliticalParties #EvolutionOfPoliticalParties

00:35:53

Episode XXVI: You Smell That?

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2024/01/30

What’s your favorite WEIRD smell? In this episode, we share fun and interesting questions to help spark interesting conversations in the classroom or any social setting. You’ll get to know us a little bit more, while also hearing what some of our colleagues had to say as well. What are your responses to some of these prompts? Let’s get weird and drop them in the comments! #TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #ConversationStarters #DelveDeck

00:39:12

Episode XXV Mount Rushmore: Christmas Movies

The Mister Castana Podcast ·

2023/12/20

Should presents be opened at midnight after Christmas Eve, or on Christmas Day? We get into that debate while Nick asks for some insight from his mom. Finally, we reveal our top Christmas movies that go on our Mount Rushmore. What are your top Christmas movies? Let us know in the comments! #TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #MountRushmore #ChristmasMovies

00:42:49

Episode XXIV: The Ink Blot Test

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2023/12/08

In this episode, we discuss the Rorsach Ink Blot test and what its purpose is. Then come up with our own version to test our friends and colleagues. What do you see in these images? How does it make you feel? Join us! #TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #Rosarch #InkBlotTest

00:45:42

Episode XXIII: Trick? Or Treat?

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2023/11/02

In this episode we share a brief history of the origins of Halloween and how it became a part of American culture. Our friends and colleagues then share things they like about Halloween. Then we share our personal Halloween favorites. Trick or treat everyone! #TheMisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #Halloween #TrickOrTreat

00:36:55

Episode XXII: Gym Etiquette

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2023/10/17

In this episode, we highlight a New York Times article that talks about how we should change the way we exercise as we get older. Which then leads us to another important topic: gym etiquette! We interviewed a few people to share their pet peeves at the gym and also talk about a few of our own. What are some of your gym pet peeves? Let us know in the comments! #MisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #GymEtiquette #Getstrongerlivelonger

00:49:30

Episode XXI: What are the rules for tipping?

The Mister Castana Podcast ·

2023/09/27

We get into the complicated topic of tipping. When, where, and who should you tip? We interview some friends and colleagues with experience in the food service industry and they share their take on the topic. WHAT ARE THE RULES? Let us know your thoughts on the tipping, and leave us a tip! #MisterCastanaPodcast #TheMCP #TippingRules #JustATip

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