Bill Selak Talks

Bill Selak Talks


Latest Episodes

The Educator’s Guide to AI-Powered App Development
November 12, 2023

In this episode, I take you through an exciting journey into the world of AI-assisted app development. As an educator constantly exploring the possibilities within technology, I delve into the process

Punk Rock and Pedagogy: Lessons in Authenticity from Blink 182
November 05, 2023

In this episode, I explore how Blink 182s unwavering authenticity paved their path to stardom and how embracing our own unique selves can make us not just better teachers, but better people. From my

Me, Upgraded: Maximize Strengths and Overcoming Weaknesses with ChatGPT
October 20, 2023

In this episode, I discuss how ChatGPT has seamlessly integrated into my daily workflowamplifying my strengths and compensating for my weaknesses. From rapidly turning jumbled thoughts into polished

Phish & Chips: Serving Up Security Questions at This Year’s Admin Meetings
October 11, 2023

In this episode, I talk about a topic that often flies under the radar: phishing in schools. But wait, this isnt your typical cybersecurity chat. We delve into how seemingly innocent check-in quest

Bill Selak Talks Bridging Classroom Tech and the Creative Spark of Jimmy Eat World
September 07, 2023

In this episode, I find myself reflecting on a casual chat with a parent about past tours of his band opening for Jimmy Eat World and how that leads me to thinking about guitar pedals and their influe

Bill Selak Talks with Scott Bedley About Empowering Educators with Environmental Literacy
June 29, 2023

In this episode, I sit down with Scott Bedley, the co-founder of Global School Play Day and all-around EduAwesome human. We explored the necessity and benefits of incorporating environmental education

Bill Selak Talks About an Information-Rich Environment and Kids These Days
June 23, 2023

In this episode, I share thoughts on Operation Ivy, music lyrics, and even pizza! Were exploring the monumental shift thats taken place right under our noses: Weve moved from an information-poor to

The Magic of Co-Creation: Unlocking Potential in Education
April 28, 2023

In this episode, I explore the concept of co-creation and its transformative power. As a former professional musician, Ive experienced the magic of creating live music and how it connects to the educ

Creating AI Images with Students Using Midjourney and ChatGPT
April 24, 2023

In this episode, I talk about working with two classes of 5th graders to create AI-generated images on Midjourney. We used ChatGPT to create a prompt, Midjourney to create and fine tune an image, and

The Importance of Rituals in Classrooms and Schools (Lessons I Learned During an Apple Fitness+ Workout)
April 17, 2023

Apple Fitness+ recently added kickboxing to their workouts. Back in the day, I took Shotokan Karate lessons, so I thought this would be an easy transition. Wow I learned a lot about the power of rout