Host James Pesutich is a Nevada Educator. This podcast is dedicated to talking about important issues regarding education as well as the education system’s role in society. He will also use this podcast as a means of promoting his copywriting business.
JP’s Teachers’ Lounge: It’s 1984 in 2026
Host James Pesutich will probe parallels between two dystopian novels, “1984” and “Anthem,” and contemporary cultural issues. The stories, views, and opinions shared on this podcast are intended for...
My three friends: Facts, Opinions and Interpretation.
This episode will explore the confusion and clarity between facts, opinions and interpretation. For the past five years or so, many arguments in social media make it clear to...
Daughters of the American Revolution Essay Contest
We will discuss the essay opportunity for students for the upcoming contest sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution ( DAR). Also, please visit https://dar.academicworks.com/ for details on...
Happy Semiquincentennial, America! Lessons learned and yet to be learned
In this episode, I will raise a glass to America250 and reflect on lessons learned and yet to be learned, as it is a reminder that we all need...
Lessons from the AP essay reading
I will provide some feedback and observations about grading the AP essay exams. I will talk about the influence of students typing essays and revealing fragmented thinking. I will...
Transparency and Consistency in Education
School Choice has been rejected by Nevada’s legislature, but we must continue fighting to make it available. Resistance is futile! Resistance will only add fuel to the fire and...
Jim Blockey running for Congress
JP interviews Jim Blockey on JP’s Teacher’s Lounge. He is running for Congress. They discuss the primaries and beyond, continuing the conversation and the importance of voting and being...
Are you working to live or living to work?
In this episode, host James Pesutich will be exploring the need to define full-time vs part time work and the need to avoid the traps of working harder with...
Explaining Teacher Pay – or lack thereof
https://vimeo.com/1182852104?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci In this episode of JP’s Teacher’s Lounge, host JP explores the consequences of low teacher pay and other nuances of education. This podcast is brought to you by...
Creative Writing, on JPs Teacher’s Lounge
https://vimeo.com/1173685908?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Host James Pesutich will be interviewing educator/author and kinfolk (cousin) R.L. Lynn on her journey as a teacher and fiction writer.This podcast is brought to you by Classy...
The importance of Financial Literacy on JPs Teacher’s Lounge
https://vimeo.com/1169211780?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Host James Pesutich and his guest,Marisa Avena, will be exploring the effect of financial illiteracy and the importance of learning how money actually works. This podcast is brought...
Educator running for Congress
https://vimeo.com/1160673003?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Host of JP’s Teacher’s Lounge, James Pesutich, interviews fellow educator (former) and candidate for Congress, Jim Blockey. They explore Jim’s plans and goals for education and Nevada. Visit...
JP’s Teacher’s Lounge on New Year’s Day Marathon 2026
https://vimeo.com/1158688320?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci To start off the new year in our New Year’s Day Marathon, host James Pesutich talked about his podcast, a recap of 2025 and what’s coming up this...
Is there really a teacher shortage?
https://vimeo.com/1152077410?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci James and his guest will discuss whether there is a teacher shortage or a retention issue. They will also discuss possible reasons and solutions. This podcast is brought...
Teachers and the Education Market on JP’s Teacher’s Lounge
https://vimeo.com/1148555767?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci In this episode, host JP and his guest, Erik Grancis, will break down how teachers can think more entrepreneurial and less bureaucratic. They will also break down why...
Inquiring Minds want to learn
https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1146057957 In this episode, host JP will take a deep dive into the questioning methods of author/educator Erik Francis. This podcast is brought to you by Anion Clothing. PH-balance...
Inquiring Minds want to learn
In this episode, host JP will take a deep dive into the questioning methods of author/educator Erik Francis. This podcast is brought to you by Anion Clothing. PH-balance your...
Creating a new model – JP’s Teacher’s Lounge
For decades and even centuries, schools have been modeled from factories and a one-size fits all even through the universities-until now! It is time to break the chains and...
A Lesson through the Hemispheres on JPs Teacher’s Lounge
In this episode, host James Pesutich will explore differentiated instruction, different learning styles and different perspectives.
True empowerment in education on JP’s Teacher’s Lounge
In this episode, host JP, will take a deep dive into what true empowerment is in education. Why do public schools fail? Why does more money rarely solve the...
School Choice: What the choice is REALLY about.
James Pesutich is host of the newest podcast on PR Connections, JP’s Teacher’s Lounge. Tune in Monthly as he discusses the education system in Nevada and elsewhere. This episode...
