In this episode of the Teach Different podcast, Dan and Steve Fouts, along with guest Lauren Brown, a seasoned history teacher, explore Marie Curie’s quote: “Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood.” The conversation delves into the role of understanding in overcoming fear, both in educational settings and in broader societal contexts. Lauren shares her perspective as a teacher, discussing how knowledge and education can help students conquer their fears, whether it's related to academic performance or larger global issues like climate change and political unrest. The host ..read more

How do we know if somebody is good or bad? Kids are in the midst of making so many ethical choices about the types of people they should be hanging out with. There is peer pressure to spend time with friends who may make questionable life choices but whose approval is important for a child’s self-esteem. Friendship advice from parents, coaches and other authority figures often go unheard because they conflict with what kids believe inside. Decisions on which company to keep are never easy but they are integral to the healthy moral development of human beings. Join Steve and Dan Fouts - founder ..read more

In this episode of the Teach Different Podcast, Dan and Steve Fouts interview Katelyn Donnelly, an expert in education, workforce, and business, who shares insights on the importance of preparation and adaptability in shaping one's future. The discussion revolves around the quote from Malcolm X: "The future belongs to those who prepare for it today." Katelyn discusses her career journey, highlighting the significance of preparation in entrepreneurship and innovation. The conversation also explores the balance between preparation and spontaneity, the role of perseverance in overcoming unexpecte ..read more

In the podcast, Dan Fouts and Steve Fouts interview Sabri Raja, an entrepreneur turned investor with a rich background in education and technology. The conversation centers around a quote by Stephen Covey: "I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions." Sabri shares her personal journey, starting from her upbringing on a coconut farm in South India to her successful career in the U.S. She highlights the challenges she faced, such as the lack of social capital and community expectations, and how she overcame them through education and determination. Sabri recounts key ..read more

How do I know when to follow authority and when to think for myself? Being told what to do is comforting. We don’t have to think. All we have to do is stop asking questions and follow along.  With the burden of thinking for ourselves lifted, we are in a sense liberated from moral responsibility and the inherent risks that come from making our own decisions.  Blindly following authority gives us the truth we need and it is sometimes the best path to take. Yet, when blind obedience to authority overpowers our moral conscience and leads us into bad decisions, it can harm us personally a ..read more

What are the best strategies to confront our self-doubt and fear? We're our own worst enemies, aren't we? Our internal demons of fear and self-doubt cripple us, and blind us to seeing possibilities. Smart risk-taking becomes impossible. Our confidence shrinks.  Fueling our self doubt are other, more powerful external forces like prejudice, criticism and mental illness, which conspire to hold us back. In the midst of these challenges, we must find willpower and resilience to stay positive and find fulfillment in a seemingly indifferent universe. Join Steve and Dan Fouts – founder ..read more

How do you know what type of leadership style to use in any given situation? Leadership is hard work, due in large part to the fact that people are often resistant to doing work and following the lead of others. As Eisenhower himself must have known as a commander in World War II, sometimes people must be convinced to follow orders whether they like it or not. But leadership also entails artful persuasion of individuals to do what they want done, out of their own self-interest and genuine desire. Knowing just the right strategy to use in different situations holds the key to a leader ..read more

What does it mean to be “at home”? The concept of home is more nuanced than it appears. On the one hand, we can think of home as a physical place of comfort and safety where needs for protection are met. But we can also think about home as a place where we feel listened to and where our humanity is acknowledged. Our unique definition of 'home' may change throughout our lives depending on who we meet and what experiences we have.  Join Steve and Dan Fouts – founders of Teach Different and twin brothers with over 50 years of teaching experience – along with Ari Gerzon-Kessler - author, cons ..read more

Join our community and attend our podcasts live. You can participate or just listen! How do we prevent technology from controlling our lives? Today, Steve and Dan Fouts tackle an engaging quote about technology from Norwegian educator and Nobel Peace Prize winner Christian Lous Lange. Through connections to World War I, artificial intelligence, social media, and more, we contemplate the proper role technology should play in shaping our existence. Teach Different serves educational institutions, families, corporate entities, and mental health communities. If you think the TD method could be ef ..read more

How do we know when to give people a second chance? Join seasoned educators Steve and Dan Fouts as they delve into the profound wisdom of Maya Angelou's quote, "When somebody shows you who they are, believe them the first time." In this thought-provoking discussion, they explore the application of Angelou's thoughts on personal relationships and the difficult decisions teachers must make in the classroom. Steve recounts the captivating tale of Jarvis, the very inspiration that sparked the creation of Teach Different! Teach Different serves educational institutions, families, corporate entities ..read more