Episode #16
SEASON 1 Sign-off
Oct 20, 20262 min
Wrapping up season 1 with gratitude, and some key takeaways. Stay tuned for Season 2 and some more great conversations in early 2027.
education
Trials for Teachers
Hosted by Mick Walsh · education · EN
About this Podcast:
There are things that keep teachers awake at night Student, teacher or parent conflicts, well-being red flags, and moments of crisis. In schools, educators must respond effectively to these challenges in an ever- shifting landscape. In ‘Trials for Teachers’, educators, school leaders and well-being practitioners take on curve-ball scenarios from everyday school life, and in the process, highlight positive approaches to well-being. Note: The information provided in this podcast is intended for general guidance and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, HR, or official administrative advice. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are purely personal and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or sentiments of their respective employers, schools, or associated businesses. Listeners are encouraged to consult their own school’s specific policies and local regulations when resolving school incident
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Booking probability
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What is Trials for Teachers about?
There are things that keep teachers awake at night Student, teacher or parent conflicts, well-being red flags, and moments of crisis. In schools, educators must respond effectively to these challenges in an ever- shifting landscape.
Who hosts Trials for Teachers?
Trials for Teachers is hosted by Mick Walsh. The show has published 16 episodes to date.
What has Trials for Teachers covered recently?
Recent episodes include "SEASON 1 Sign-off" (20 October 2026, 2 minutes), "CALM BEFORE THE STORM with Melinda Kelly" (5 October 2026, 21 minutes), and "HERE COMES TROUBLE with Melinda Kelly" (21 September 2026, 28 minutes).
How often does Trials for Teachers publish?
Trials for Teachers publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 25 minutes across 16 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Trials for Teachers?
Booking probability for Trials for Teachers is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Trials for Teachers requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Trials for Teachers's contact route on record: public web form.
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The strongest fits for Trials for Teachers are Courses, Coaching & Lessons. Trials for Teachers has an education audience.
About the host
Mick Walsh hosts Trials for Teachers, an education podcast with 16 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #15
CALM BEFORE THE STORM with Melinda Kelly
Oct 5, 202621 minToday's scenario: A Grade 4 student, Alice's parents request an urgent meeting with the school. They are distressed, reporting that she has explosive outbursts every afternoon at home, refuses to eat, and cries for...
Episode #14
HERE COMES TROUBLE with Melinda Kelly
Sep 21, 202628 minToday's scenario: Leo is a Year 8 student who frequently gets into trouble during the first ten minutes of Period 3, which immediately follows recess. Teachers report that Leo is disruptive, refuses to sit down, argues...
Aug 10, 202629 minToday's scenario: It's the end of the school day. A disagreement between Year 7 students escalates rapidly when Campbell shoves another student, Phillp against a locker. Phillip responds by swinging a school bag...
Episode #10
GOSSIP GIRLS with Shane Nankervis
Jul 27, 202629 minToday's Scenario: Chloe, a 14-year-old in Year 9, has become withdrawn and often cries privately during class. She frequently reports to staff that classmates are gossiping about her, laughing at her clothes, and...
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Jul 13, 202635 minToday's Scenario: A teacher in an upper primary specialist environment is being challenged by a class dynamic where one student’s sensory-seeking behaviour (loud vocalizations and tactile grabbing) inadvertently...
Episode #8
INTO THE UNKNOWN with Charlotte Peverett
Jun 29, 202631 minToday's Scenario: As Andre approaches graduation from his specialist school, the uncertainty of adult social care creates intense anxiety. This anxiety is mirrored by parents, who may project their fears onto school...
Jun 15, 202624 minToday's Scenario: After receiving a consequence for using misogynistic language towards a female Grade 6 student, Aaron's father rings the school in a rage. He claims that the girl had been antagonistic towards his son...
Jun 1, 202635 minToday's Scenario: At the end of recess, a teacher- Samantha returns from yard duty to the staff room, and she breaks down in front of a small group of colleagues. She discloses that in the Year 10 building she had asked...
Episode #5
HUNGER GAMES with Ben Shields
May 18, 202621 minToday's Scenario: Staff have noticed an uptick in students arriving at school without breakfast or with very minimal lunches. These students are often lethargic by 10:00 AM and show increased irritability during...
May 4, 202625 minToday's Scenario: Over the weekend, a well-known family in the local community, The Smiths, who have three children at the school, are involved in a serious house fire. While everyone is physically safe, they have lost...
Apr 19, 202621 minToday's Scenario: David, a 14-year-old in Year 9, frequently misinterprets social cues. He tries to join peer groups by dominating conversations, often stands too close to others, and struggles to understand why his...
Mar 30, 202628 minS1Today's Scenario: Liam, a 10-year-old in Grade 4 , frequently has intense, unmanageable outbursts when he perceives an instruction as unfair or when he makes a mistake. These episodes involve yelling, throwing objects...
Episode #1
PANIC AT THE GYM with Ashleigh Dalton
Mar 17, 202622 minToday's scenario: Maya, a 6-year-old in Grade 1, dreads the school gym. The combination of loud sounds, moving people and objects, and unpredictable routines causes her significant distress. She often retreats under...
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Stephanie Wescott
Lecturer in the School of Education, Culture and Society at Monash University, Monash University
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Dr. Stephanie Wescott
Monash University
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Ben Shields
Diocese of Ballarat
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Ashleigh Dalton
Connected Kids
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