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“I have been a listener of Monica’s podcast for a while now and they always seem to have the word I need for the season of teaching I am in. Be it a fabulous strategy or a relatable teacher joke, Monica has it all! If you are not already following her on her Instagram, you are missing out, teacher...”Read full review »
MrsZweiglesClassroom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/24
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“I celebrate Mondays and waking up to a new episode is always the start of my celebration! I love implementing little things throughout the week in my classroom that I learn. My kids love it and I feel super cool! Thank you Monica for making me look cool to my 5th graders!”
SmileyRayin5th via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/24
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“Monica presented at the MSTA conference I attended. I immediately recognized her from Tik Tok. I’m loving her podcasts. It’s down to earth advice delivered in an inviting way! Please keep making content!”
BeccaEvans78 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/24
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“Monica is uplifting and motivating when she takes your ACTUAL class situations and puts a flip on it to rejuvenate your week!”
Dennylauren via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/24
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“I found Monica‘s podcast a couple of years ago and was blown away by all of the clever, fun, AFFORDABLE suggestions she had for classroom management and relationship building. I have implemented several of her nuggets over that time, and they have been “game changers.”
Thank you, Monica, for...”Read full review »
suzacho via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/24
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“No matter what you teach - there is something here for you!
I love these podcasts!!! I listen to them in the car all the time! Monica’s energy is amazing! And her advice and ideas are fun, unique, truly helpful and the kids love it!! I feel like she is a friend I would have too much time...”Read full review »
Ni3s3M via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/24
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“Monica Genta has a contagious enthusiasm and perspective to give teachers a little pick-me-up with ideas to implement in the classroom the next day. Because she is in the classroom herself, she is living through it and has tried the things she talks about. The podcast provides ideas, but also an...”Read full review »
therunningpastor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/24
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“Monica’s Teacher Life podcast is a great way to start your week of teaching. Filled with easy, engaging and energized conversations, I’ve never come away from a listen without a solid new idea or reinforcing tool to use with my middle and high school students.
Monica’s IG feed and Awesome...”Read full review »
Mamajo222 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/24
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“This is by far the most relatable and uplifting teacher podcast ever!!”
Tnreaka via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/24
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“Just listen to your Uno card podcast. Awesome -I hope to use it in the next few weeks. Quick question though… If you have multiple classes, do you have multiple decks or do you always take a card from one singular deck? If that deck is kind of small, do you add multiple decks to it? Thanks. I...”Read full review »
Nona123abc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/24
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“Monica teaches us about relevant topics and shares very relatable stories! I love the guests she brings on the show and when she asks for teacher input as well. It’s so helpful that Miss Genta is in the classroom right now because it’s ever changing each year. She replies to questions and...”Read full review »
Lola 33333 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/24
“Monica, I want to sincerely thank you for sharing your “spinning and winning” activity! This is my 2 year teaching middle school (my first four years I taught elementary) and it was a huge learning curve regarding behavior management. It was an absolute game changer in helping students build...”Read full review »
Jill20311 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/17/23
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“I start off every Monday listening to this podcast. I use so many of the classroom strategies and culture-building activities. Thanks, Monica, for your energy and heart for motivating us educators. You make me look forward to getting in my car on a Monday morning just so I can listen to you. ...”Read full review »
Ashel Bashel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/23
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“Monica is just the remedy I’ve been looking for. After 24 years of teaching, I thought I had all the tools I needed to be a good teacher. However, Monica’s innovative lessons and ideas have put a spark back into my teaching and given me much to consider. The idea that there can be “awesome” in...”Read full review »
resdyourownthing via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/23
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“Monica has easy, budget friendly student engagement ideas. I love how she brings excitement and positivity back to the classroom. When I’m feeling overwhelmed and drained, this is a great refresher to get me back on track.”
tszepanski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/23
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“I enjoy listening to this teacher life podcast because of the many AWESOME ideas that can easily be incorporated into any classroom. From the new activities we’ve tried, all have gone over so well with excellent engagement from all my students. Thank you for sharing your creativity and enthusiasm...”Read full review »
Kyla Fudge via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/31/23
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“Monica inspires me to be a better teacher. She gets me excited about trying new and fun things to keep things fun and fresh in my classroom. I just ordered the Dance Party button and we’re going to start the new year with 30 second dance parties! I love that she consistently gives tips and ideas...”Read full review »
Awesome 3451 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/23
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“This podcast is my go to each week. Monica is so down to earth and provides simple hacks and ideas that work and are oh so fun!! You will feel like her teacher bestie each time you listen!!”
casey ewy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/09/23
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“As an educator there is a lot of negative or “should” language. Monica is very honest but has a positive way to approach the reality as well as make sure we take care of ourself.”
kyfacsteacher via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/08/23
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“This podcast is the perfect listen for your morning commute (or anytime)! I find Monica’s truth, honesty, and enthusiasm for teaching even on the hard days to be the PERFECT listen to get me in the right mindset on a Monday morning! I appreciate her dedication to finding awesome in every school...”Read full review »
tidwell12 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/23
“Monica takes the average teacher and gives ideas to take it to the next level. If you want to motivate your students, yourself and your surroundings, keep listening. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us. I already can tell I’ve improved even in the short 2.5 months of this school year (it’s...”Read full review »
by his grace wwl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/22
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“Just listened to your latest episode about the mini project with the song of my life. All I can say is WOW! I’ve been listening to your podcast for a while now but this one stuck with me. What a great way to get to know students. You truly give great ideas to help support educators. I can see...”Read full review »
clove_teach via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/22
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“The 2020-2021 school year just about did me in. My family didn’t realize it, but I was seriously contemplating leaving the profession - I just didn’t know what else I was going to do. The last place I wanted to be in August of 2021 was back at school. And then we had PD with Monica Genta. If I’m...”Read full review »
Teachin' 7th via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/26/22
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“I just listened to Monica Genta’s July 31 episode and I so needed to hear it! This school year is so different than any other. She hit the nail on the head! It was like she was speaking to me. I hear you and I am giving myself permission to do the three things! Pinky swear! Thank you! You are...”Read full review »
jahm4 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/10/22
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“This podcast is amaze balls! Monica is funny and gives great tips/advice with the best humor! I live listening each week and every teacher should listen to become a better educator!! Really great stuff!”
jvfjfbk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/22
“Monica, I am so glad I stumbled upon your podcast in my frantic searches for direction in my mid-life career change. My original degree is in accounting/business management and I have spent the last 20 years or so homeschooling my children and substitute teaching while also working as a...”Read full review »
fruity mushroom friend via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/22
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“Monica is funny and uplifting. I have always struggled with audio processing and the way she talks and enunciates really helps me understand and process her ideas. My favorite episode was when she talked with CJ about human optimization, she inspired me to not only be a better teacher, but a...”Read full review »
Ljlegend via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/04/22
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“I’m in year 15 so I usually have to find my own professional development if I want it to be differentiated to fit my current needs. I stumbled upon this podcast on Instagram and it’s just what I needed right now. Your podcasts are great because they’re small doses of ideas to help put me back on...”Read full review »
KristyLeeB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/12/22
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“This Teacher Life is such a refreshing podcast. Monica’s outlook on education is inspiring and encouraging while being realistic at the same time. She offers advice on how to implement strategies that are effective and easy to maintain. Monica also emphasizes the importance of building...”Read full review »
Jay'sMom0905 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/07/22
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“Love love love! Love the attitude! Love the message! Love the accent! Love the passion! Love the delivery! Love the relatability! She actually made me look forward to the first week of school, when usually my anxiety is kicked up 140 notches. Thank you Monica for sharing!”
Blown away by Words via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/22
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“Can’t get enough of what this podcast offers! Monica is real, honest and funny.”
1motgermayi2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/22
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“Monica communicates openly and honestly about the profession of teaching! I love her podcast! As a man that is seeking a degree in education I feel that this podcast is prepping me for my future in teaching!”
Ash the mash potatoe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/22
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“Monica’s podcasts are amazing! What she shares comes from actual classroom experience. Everything from SEL to Classroom Management, Monica is there to give suggestions, guidance, and encouragement. She is so real and a relatable! Thank you, Monica!”
I Love My 4th Graders via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/22
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“Monica’s podcast is so relevant for teaching at this time! I love her positive outlook without sugar coating the truths and struggles of teaching. Very relatable, engaging, and uplifting!”
Kristy Wallach via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/22
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“I absolutely love and look forward to listening to Monica’s podcast every week. I am a substitute but her advice/ideas/suggestions still relate. Her positivity is so contagious and it’s so refreshing to listen to. Thank you so much Monica!”
ac_nena via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/22
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“Monica is Amazing! She inspires me daily in the classroom. I follow her Insta and love listening to her podcast. She is relatable and down to earth. Great advice for every teacher and an ever-changing classroom mentality. Her SEL courses are a definite must sign up for also! So check out her...”Read full review »
MMorgan09 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/22
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“Monica is motivating, inspiring, and uses real life experiences and ideas to share her positivity! Listening to this podcast has become an amazing start to my days! Highly recommend!!🧡🧡🧡”
Orange4's via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/10/22
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“To say that this podcast is one of the best gifts you can give yourself is a true understatement. Monica seems to hone in on the feelings we are all having as educators in todays world in a real way all the while keeping the focus on the most important thing in our class families- our students!...”Read full review »
artsyk1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/22
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“Monica has exactly the right words that I have needed this school year. Her podcasts are uplifting and offer small doable tips to help improve my personal and work life. Her humor and realness are so nice. She is relatable to so many. I look forward to these short episodes that I can listen...”Read full review »
embechstein via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/22
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“I’ve always loved the gardening analogy of companion planting used in education. Gardeners place certain vegetables and plants near each other to increase the growth for each individual plant. If you plant a marigold next to most plants in a garden it will grow strong!
Monica’s podcast has...”Read full review »
Mrs.Minton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/01/21
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“This year is HARD. Thank you, Monica, for seeing us AND giving us actual suggestions on what we can do to make it a little easier. Self-care is great and all, but the ideas in this episode might make teaching more manageable, leaving time for things like dinner with the family or a fun trip to...”Read full review »
ShannonKfromPA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/21/21
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“This Teacher Life podcast is reflective of the emotions and realities we face. As a high school physics teacher and a teacher wellness coach, I give this podcast the thumb up of wellness approval. I feel so much alignment with Monica finding awesome in the everyday without enabling toxic...”Read full review »
A. Grace Martin via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/07/21
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“Monica’s podcast is real life, and real funny! She gives the best advice and is so encouraging! One episode and you are hooked…I listen on my way to school and she has helped me sort out my schools feels and give me great ideas on how to connect with me kids and KEEP that connection!”
HKW1982 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/29/21
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“I love listening to this podcast … I come away with new ideas & leave feeling encouraged to keep going in the amazing & challenging profession of teaching. Monica is awesome!”
nessylynn.1980 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/19/21
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“Her energy is endless and her passion for her work is amazing! Try it, you’ll like it! Thanks, Monica for you bright light!”
ldtamayo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/21
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“Listening to Monica’s podcast has been the boost I needed this year!!!! After listening to Monica,I feel I have this little positive person on my shoulder, whispering in my ear, and helping me get through this crazy year. My classroom feels like family and I have never had such a great...”Read full review »
Snyder!!!! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/25/21
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“I love the positivity and laughter in each episode! 💗”
Coolcools via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/21
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“I think I need a g wagon now and didn’t even now it before. 😂Good podcast”
ACHStlee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/04/21
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“Every teacher needs this podcast. I’m a little late to the podcast game, but This Teacher Life is everything I need each week to get excited about Monday. Monica is so hilarious and so real.”
3rd Grade Teacher Love via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/21
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