There’s Power in Teaching:
The Podcast from PDK International
About Our Show
Phi Delta Kappa International’s new podcast, launched in November 2024, is aimed to align with our new strategic plan. We share content related to our mission of inspiring and growing current and rising educators to become community leaders and advocates for high quality education.
Our podcast does not follow a regular production schedule, nor does it rely upon one host or format. Instead, you’ll hear from PDK International staff interviewing educators and students, as well as content related to articles from Kappan magazine.
You can subscribe to There’s Power in Teaching via Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify podcasts. Or, you can subscribe directly using our RSS feed.
Music for our show is provided courtesy of No Copyright Music. Our show is managed by Dr. John Hendron (email), Director of Public Relations & Special Projects.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Starting in March 2025, we’re opening our show to up to three sponsorship opportunities per episode. This is a low-cost way to make our audience aware of your products and services that are of interest to the general education community, including preK-12 educators, public school leaders, PDK members, and Educators Rising teacher leaders. Podcast ads include up to 30-seconds of read copy by our host or producer, available for purchase in single episode and also 5-episode packs. Get in touch today if you’re interested!
About PDK International
Established in 1906, PDK International supports P-20 educators, researchers, and policy makers by strengthening their commitment to the profession throughout the entire arc of their careers. We are committed to elevating the profession through the intersection of research and practice.
About Pi Lambda Theta
Pi Lambda Theta (pilambda.org) is one of the nation’s most prestigious education honor societies. Established in 1910, Pi Lambda Theta serves to recognize outstanding students who intended to pursue careers in education. With more than 185,000 individuals who have been inducted across the nation, membership signifies a commitment to academic excellence and the teaching profession.
About Educators Rising
Educators Rising is transforming how America develops aspiring teachers. Starting with high school students, we provide passionate young people with hands-on teaching experience, sustain their interest in the profession, and help them cultivate the skills they need to be successful educators. Every teacher should enter the profession with the necessary skills. Educators Rising is a powerful way to help communities grow the next generation of well-prepared teachers.
Well-being in the Classroom
Hosts: Sophia James and Samantha SalnaveGuest: EdRising Student Lily In this powerful episode, three voices from different stages of the educational journey come together to talk about mental health in our schools. Host Sophia James, a 2024 PDK Emerging Leader Fellow...
Country Music Association Foundation Music Teachers of Excellence
Host: Dr. John HendronGuests: Terri Iacarino, Neshawn Calloway, and Haviland Gilbert In this episode, we speak to three of the thirty music teachers of excellence recognized this year by the Country Music Association Foundation. PDK’s Director of Public Relations and...
Interview with Allianna Walters
Host: Dr. John HendronGuest: Allianna Walters, Educators Rising national officer Educators Rising—the national CTSO from PDK International—is looking forward to our upcoming national conference in Orlando, Florida. In this episode, we talk to one of our newly elected...
Conversation with Doug Fisher
Host: Kathleen VailGuest: Dr. Doug Fisher In this episode we chat with Dr. Doug Fisher, who along with Dr. Nancy Frey, have an article in the Summer edition of Kappan magazine focused on the import of teaching all standards. Host Kathleen Vail also asks Dr. Fisher...
Conversation with Missy Testerman
Host: Kathleen VailGuest: Missy Testerman, 2024 CCSSO National Teacher of the Year Kappan Editor-in-Chief Kathleen Vail chats in this podcast with Missy Testerman, the 2024 CCSSO National Teacher of the Year. In her rural Appalachian community, Testerman builds...

