The Tobin School Podcast
The Tobin School Podcast
Michael Gordon
Tobin K-8 School podcast hosted by long-time teacher Mr. Gordon. Mr. Gordon answers questions from members of our school community and interviews students, teachers, family members, administrators, and other valued members of our school community.
Episode 27: Season Finale with Ms. Rosa and Mr. Gordon
For the Season Finale, Ms. Rosa turns the tables on Mr. Gordon and plays host, while Mr. Gordon is this week's guest. We then have a fond farewell from a beloved member of the Tobin who is retiring. Finally, to wrap up the season, Mr. Gordon reveals the first annual Tobin Podcast Awards.
Jun 11, 2021
51 min
Episode 26: Ms. Jannet
Our City Connects Coordinator Ms. Jannet stops by for an impromptu conversation in which she discusses her path from Starbucks manager to the Tobin, her love of Rhode Island, and the challenge of joining our school in the midst of a pandemic. 
Jun 4, 2021
27 min
Episode 25: Coach Sam
Coach Sam discusses his love of physical activity, his path that led him to the Tobin, and the challenge of filling Coach D's shoes. 
May 28, 2021
37 min
Episode 24: Coach D
Beloved former Tobin Playworks Coach "Coach D" discusses what he's been doing since passing the Tobin torch to Coach Sam, how he initially got involved in Playworks, and what to make of this disappointing Celtics season. Then Mr. Gordon answers a listener question and welcomes back 6th grader Octavius for the Drip segment. 
May 21, 2021
51 min
Episode 23: Ms. Robinson
Beloved kindergarten teacher Ms. Robinson discusses why she loves kindergarten, explains why she would NOT want to be in the British Royal Family, and shares some of her favorite children's books. Then Mr. Gordon reveals the brand new Drip segment, co-hosted this week by 6th grader Octavius. 
Apr 30, 2021
30 min
Episode 22: Ms. Cennamo
8th grade ELA teacher Ms. Cennamo discusses her struggles with being a perfectionist, traveling to the Amazon, and making, canning, and consuming exorbitant amounts of salsa. Then Mr. Gordon answers a listener question, and, lastly, shares a beard anecdote in lieu of this week's Beard Power Rankings.
Apr 16, 2021
50 min
Episode 21: Ms. Barry
Long-time Visual Arts teacher Ms. Barry discusses her love of art as a child, her passion for gardening, and getting lost in the creative process. 
Apr 9, 2021
35 min
Episode 20: Ms. Carter & Eliuh
Science/Math specialist Ms. Carter discusses her love of the scientific method, her issues with The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein, and her former job delivering pizzas for Domino's. Then our phenomenal 6th grade student Elihu joins Mr. Gordon to talk about a podcast project he's been working on. Lastly, Mr. Gordon reveals this week's Beard Power Rankings. 
Mar 26, 2021
52 min
Episode 19: Ms. Robledo
3rd grade Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) teacher Ms. Robledo stops by to discuss her approach to teaching English Language Learners, having a growth mindset in her own life, and Guy's Grocery Games. Then Mr. Gordon chats with 7th grade student Ugonna about being back in the building after a year of remote learning. Lastly, Mr. Gordon reveals this week's Beard Power Rankings. 
Mar 19, 2021
36 min
Episode 18: Ms. Maria and Ms. Josefina
Beloved long-time lunch mothers Ms. Maria and Ms. Josefina discuss their fascinating journeys from Puerto Rico to the Tobin School, working with multiple generations of Tobin families, and their lifelong friendship. Then Mr. Gordon answers a listener question, in which he accepts the challenge to write a limerick. Lastly, Mr. Gordon reveals this week's Beard Power Rankings. 
Mar 12, 2021
35 min
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