K12ArtChat the Podcast
A podcast for K-12 art educators interested in connecting with colleagues and ideas. Each episode, hosted by Matt and Laura Grundler, takes you backstage with guest hosts from #K12ArtChat to dig into the latest art education innovations and resources. You’ll find tips, tools, and inspiration to keep you connected and moving forward.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 43 minutes
- Episodes
- 295
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
Episode 69 - Julie Hasson - Helping Students Feel Safe, Seen, and Stretched through the Arts
In this episode, The Creativity department is joined by Julie Hasson, author of Safe, Seen, and Stretched in the Classroom: The Remarkable Ways Teachers Shape Students’ Lives – a book about how to ma…
Episode 68 - Getting the most out of the NAEA Convention & NYC
In this episode, The Creativity Department speaks with author, artist and art educator Tim Needles about how to tackle conference attendance. From methods of implementing new learning to trends, take…
Episode 67 - Ashley Washington - Black History - Going Deeper Than the Month of February
In this episode The Creativity Department speaks with Ashley Washington M. ED., an Instructional Coach with Plano, ISD. During the conversation they delve into the importance of incorporating diversi…
Episode 66 - Daniel Bryant - Creating Joy During Uncertain Times
In this episode, The Creativity Department speaks with elementary art educator Daniel Bryant about the importance of joy in the classroom and connecting with students on a personal level. From indivi…
Episode 65 - Mekka Don - The Importance of “The Arts” in Your Life
In this episode - The Creativity Department is joined by rapper Mekka Don! From the football field of Ohio State College to lawyer at a top firm in New York City and then MTV and CBS, Mekka Don has p…
Episode 64 - Ray Yang - Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion work in the Art Classroom
In this episode the Creativity Department speaks with NAEA’s Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Ray Yang! While the work we do for ourselves and our students around this topic is some of th…
Episode 63 - Raine Valentine - Remembering We Are All Connected: Creativity through Indigenous Teaching
Art educator and artist Raine Valentine joins the Creativity Department on this episode. Raine talks about her Chippewa heritage and how it inspires her. Hear how indigenous philosophies have informe…
Episode 62 - Michael Cohen - What is an NFT anyway? A New Lens for Creativity in the Classroom
What is an NFT exactly? In this episode The Creativity Department talks with Michael Cohen, AKA The Tech Rabbi, to find out! As an artist, author, and consultant Michael has experience in this fledgi…
Episode 61 - James Rees - Student Curating & Engaging Them in Other Art Fields
In this episode, Matt and Laura talk with returning guest James Rees! Advocacy outside of the classroom and real-world experiences for students are important. One of the best resources for both of th…
Episode 60 - Happy New Year from the Creativity Department!
Happy New Year! In the first episode of 2022, The Creativity Department reflects on last year’s challenges and successes. Kick off the year with a little fun that covers "This or That" and some thoug…
Episode 59 - Erik Abel - Art of Business
In this episode - Thye Creativity Department speaks with professional artist and designer Erik Abel. Working from Southern Oregon, Abel's pieces have been featured in galleries around the country and…
Episode 58 - Candido Crespo - Engaging in a Creative Community
This week, Matt & Laura talk to fellow podcaster Candido Crespo! The Grundlers and Candido talk about building and nurturing your own creative community. Whether it be in the art room, in your wider …
Episode 57 - Nancy Walkup & Frank Juarez - Get Published: The Best Advocacy Tool Ever!
In this episode The Creativity Department speaks with Nancy Walkup, Editor in Chief, and Frank Juarez, Contributing Editor, of SchoolArts magazine. Learn about how easy it can be to get published, wh…
Episode 56 - Kelly Crow - Follow the Money in Art
In this episode – the Creativity Department speaks with Wall Street Journal reporter Kelly Crow! One aspect of art that is commonly overlooked in the classroom is the business side. As an art reporte…
Episode 55 - Jeannine Flores from Create CA - Partnerships Towards Creating Change
The Creativity Department speaks with Jeannine Flores, Vice Chair of Create CA. Listen in to this informative conversation about building vibrant and visible local alliances that spark partnerships a…
Episode 54 - Keri Smith & Carrie Baughcum - Wreck This Journal
In this episode – The Creativity Department talks with Kerri Smith, author of Wreck This Journal! Joining them is Carrie Baughcum, author of My Pencil Made Me Do It. Each author talks about their app…
Episode 53 - Reigniting the Joy with Team Grundler
In this episode – Team Grundler are chatting together about how to deal with end of the year burnout and reigniting the joy of teaching. Matt and Laura also go over your answers from the chat, storie…
Episode 52 - NAEA Leadership discussing your ED&I Questions - Part 2
In this episode The Creativity Department wraps up their chat with NAEA Leadership about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I). This meaningful conversation, driven by questions and topics sent in …
Episode 51 - NAEA Leadership discussing your ED&I Questions - Part 1
In this episode – The Creativity Department chats with NAEA Leadership about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I). This meaningful conversation, driven by questions and topics sent in for discussi…
Episode 50 - Keisha Casiano - Fighting for Dignity in Education
Matt and Laura chat with Keisha Casiano about dignity in the art room. How do you teach students about mindsets and to be proud of who they are, no matter their disability? It’s harder than it sounds…