THED Talks
THED Talks is a podcast for theatre teachers and theatre education students. Dr. Jimmy Chrismon, Theatre Education professor at Illinois State University, brings you stories and interviews from experienced K-12 theatre teachers, current theatre education majors, and professors of theatre education that will warm your heart, renew your faith in teaching, and provide resources to better your practice in your theatre classroom. Pour the coffee, relax, and join us for heart-warming conversations and practical advice from practitioners making a difference in students' lives each and every day!
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 55 minutes
- Episodes
- 255
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
7.17 A Conversation with Susannah Wagner
This week Jimmy talks with NC theatre teacher and teaching artist Sussanah Wagner. They talk about their work as a props artisan, being “village people,” and teaching in a military town.
7.16 A Conversation with Floyd Rumohr
This week JImmy talks with teaching artist and author Floyd Ruhmor. He talks about using developmentally appropriate pedagogy for students ages 9-12, his work with young people, and his new bookStage…
7.15 A Conversation with Kristi Jacobs Stanley
This week Jimmy talks with Louisiana theatre teacher Kriti Jacobs-Stanley. She talks about her work in children’s theatres across the country, student leadership, and the impact of the International …
7.14 A Conversation with Madison Williams
This week Jimmy talks with teaching artist Madison Williams. She talks about the impact of her mentor, building and running a meaningful school program, and being a working teaching artist.
7.13 A Conversation with William Palmer
This week Jimmy talks with Missouri teacher William Palmer. They talk about dramaturgy, creativity and play, and dignity as DEI work.
7.12 A Conversation with Dr. Thalia Goldstein
This week Jimmy talks with Applied Developmental Psychologist Thalia Goldstein. She talks about her new book “Why Theatre Education Matter.” She talks about her research, the Eight Habits of Mind, an…
7.11 A Conversation with Talya Klein
This week Jimmy talks with California theatre professor Talya Klein. She talks about her work as an acting professor, the difference between being uncomfortable and unsafe, and intimacy work.
7.10 A Conversation with Shelley Bajorek
This week Jimmy talks with Michigan teacher Shelley Bajorek. She talks about the power of supportive caregivers, world premiere productions, and student leadership.
7.09 A Conversation with AMHC's Amanda Edwards
This week Jimmy talks with Amanda Edwards from the Association of Mental Health Coordinators. They talk about what a mental health coordinator is, what trainings AMHC offers, and teacher wellness and…
7.08 A Conversation with Elizabeth Patterson
This week Jimmy talks with Maryland theatre teacher, Dr. Elizabeth Patterson. She talks about theatre and social justice, the universality of the work we do, and planting trees we’ll never see.
7.07 A Conversation with Deb Baldwin
This week Jimmy talks with Season 3 guest Deb Baldwin about her new book, “We’re Live! Radio Theatre #101! Check out THED Talks social media this week for a book giveaway!
7.06 A Conversation with Calista Weis
This week Jimmy talks with South Carolina theatre teacher Calista Weis. She talks about starting a new program, COVID kids, and the impact of a moment for a child.
7.05 A Conversation with Chris Chapman
This week Jimmy talks with Michigan auditorium manager and director Chris Chapman. He talks about the dangers of the one man show, competitive theatre festivals, and safety within our theatre program…
7.04 A Conversation with Jason Lasky
This week Jimmy reconnects with Season 4 guest Jason Lasky. They talk about his new adventures with voiceover work and podcasting, actor and student wellbeing, and his new adventures moving to Moscow…
7.03 A Conversation with Pam Atkinson of License Training Musicals
This week Jimmy talks with Pam Atkinson of License Training Musicals. Theatre teachers this is a company you want to know about and bookmark on your computers to strengthen your musical theatre class…
7.02 A Conversation with Chris Permenter
This week Jimmy talks with Misissippi teacher Chris Permenter. He talks about being a jack of all traders, student travel, and student ownership of work.
7.01 A Conversation with CJ Philip
This week Jimmy kicks off Season 7 as he talks with the 2024 recipient of the Excellence in Theatre Education Tony Award CJAy Philip. She talks about her career as an artist and educator, Dance & Bmo…
6.54 A Conversation with Jimmy Chrismon
This week we flip the script. Season 6 guest Andrew Geha interviews the host and creator of THED Talks Podcast, Jimmy Chrismon. They talk about his journey, teaching in higher education, and trauma-i…
6.53 A Conversation with Sana Ghalia
This week Jimmy talks with theatre teacher Sana Ghalia from Amman, Jordan. She talks about her experiences and the importance and power of theatre in young lives.
6.52 A Conversation with Sam Marsden
This week Jimmy talks with Sam Marsden from France. She talks about how play and creativity can change lives, her work with young people, and her work as an author.