Teacher Talk

Teacher Talk

“SDPB’s Teacher Talk” is a podcast for teachers and their BFAWs (best friends at work) made by education professionals who love their jobs. Jackie Wilber and Gina Benz discuss the highs (and lows) of teaching and provide resources for new and experienced educators. Jackie Wilber, Ed.D., is a faculty member at the University of South Dakota’s School of Education, where she serves as director of the Center for Student and Professional Services. Gina Benz is an adjunct faculty at several universities and a recipient of the Milken Educator Award.Featured conversations will broadcast on the air on SDPB's "Morning Edition."
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Episode's summary

Teachers Gina Benz and Jackie Wilber, Ed.D., celebrate the new school year with tips on how to make it less stressful.

Episodes

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Want a smoother back-to-school? Teach your students how to advocate for themselves

Teachers Gina Benz and Jackie Wilber, Ed.D., celebrate the new school year with tips on how to make it less stressful.

18 Aug 2026
37-

Grading Game or Learning Lab?

Ivy League universities are struggling with how to measure excellence. South Dakota teachers offer insight into the fundamental role of classroom grades, and how to foster learning within any evaluation structure.

07 Jul 2026
36-

Reading corners, summer books, and how the public library is one of the 'last places you can exist for free'

If you're worried summer is going too fast, why not slow down with a book? SDPB's Teacher Talk explores how to rediscover the joy of reading in libraries and all the places we make our own library worlds.

03 Jul 2026
35-

Collegebound: Tips for navigating dual credit and AP classes in South Dakota

Teacher Talk explores the many opportunities for South Dakota students to study at the college level long before they get to college.

14 May 2026
34-

AI in Education: Questions, not answers

A statewide education conference is seeking community questions about AI in the classroom. The Teacher Talk educators have a few questions of their own.

13 Apr 2026