Happy New Year Listeners! The Stunt Brothers celebrate the New Year from a beautiful location on Pender Island, one of the Gulf Islands in British Columbia, Canada. In Episode 49 they discuss New Year’s resolutions, with Roy trying to bring light to the Dark Lord and Martin, after initially insisting that he is perfect, agrees not to interrupt Roy so often. The conversation transitions into the excitement of new beginnings in the teaching profession, as they prepare to interview four enthusiastic teacher candidates who have just completed their first practicum. The hosts reflect on the passion and energy of these new educators, reminiscing about their own experiences in teaching and the challenges that come with it.

Monday’s episode is a conversation with teacher candidates Caitlyn, Emma, Chris, and Olivia, a delightful group who so willingly share their experiences and reflections on their journey into teaching. They discuss their backgrounds, the challenges and surprises they faced during their two-week practicum, and the importance of building relationships with students. The candidates also share heartwarming moments from their time in the classroom and offer advice for new teacher candidates. Episode 49 highlights the passion and dedication of these future educators as they navigate their early teaching experiences.