Episodes 29
Avg. Duration 41m
Activity Sporadic
Since Sep 2024
Latest Episode Nov 2025

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
Consistency
42%
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About This Podcast

Welcome to Chalk and Coffee, the podcast for teachers, early career educators, and parents who are passionate about creating a thriving environment for children. Join host Shana Roberts—an experienced educator, parent, and author—as she explores the vital roles of teachers and parents in shaping young lives. Through insightful interviews with professionals, parents, and authors, you’ll gain valuable perspectives, effective teaching strategies, and innovative approaches to support children through life’s challenges. This podcast also features regular episodes tailored specifically for early career teachers. Shana is deeply passionate about supporting new educators as they navigate the early stages of their teaching journey. These episodes offer practical advice, real-world insights, and encouragement to help you thrive in the classroom. Whether you’re an experienced teacher looking for fresh inspiration, a parent seeking guidance, or an early career educator eager for support, Chalk and Coffee provides the tools and connections to empower you. Join us today—your next cup of inspiration is just a listen away!

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Collaboration and Working as a Team to Support Students with Kurtis Hewston

Nov 26, 2025 41m

I’m joined by Kurtis Hewson from Jigsaw Learning to talk about creating strong, supportive teams around children. Such a powerful conversation for teachers, leaders, and parents.   Get in touch with…

S3E27 Mindfulness and Being Mindful: A Chat with Nimisha Kantharia

Sep 24, 2025 39m

In this week’s Chalk and Coffee, I’m joined by Nimisha Kantharia, a surgeon and mindfulness teacher. We dive deep into emotional intelligence, being mindful, mindfulness, and how mindfulness can help…

S3E26 Galloping into Print: Exploring Story Normy with Leisa Fail

Sep 02, 2025 45m

In this heartfelt episode of Chalk and Coffee, I’m joined by Leisa Fail, author of the beautifully illustrated children’s book Stormy Normy. Leisa shares how her deep love of horses inspired her…

S3E25 Brain Science in Action: How to Help Kids Thrive

Aug 20, 2025 51m

On this episode of Chalk and Coffee, I sit down with Atara Parkinson, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional, to explore the deep connections…

S3E24 Not Good Enough: Unpacking Core Beliefs and Anxiety

Aug 05, 2025 38m

This week, I’m joined by Sabrina Trobak, a former teacher turned counsellor and author of NOT GOOD ENOUGH: Understanding Your Core Belief and Anxiety. We dive into how our unspoken inner narratives,…

The Journey of 99aupairs and Its Impact on Families

Jul 22, 2025 48m

This week on Chalk and Coffee, I chat with Irene Becker — founder of 99aupairs, a game-changing platform helping families find flexible in-home care for children. We dive into how 99aupairs started,…

S2E22 Pages with Purpose: Tackling Pollution Through Publishing

Jul 08, 2025 54m

This week on Chalk and Coffee, I chat with Daisy Jo Bear — author of a magical picture book where a scrappy green fairy helps clean up the environment, rescues a dog, and maybe even mend a broken…

Building Confidence and Skills: A Conversation with Kylee Leota

Jun 10, 2025 59m

This week on Chalk and Coffee, I sit down with the amazing Kylee Leota — educator, facilitator, and founder of Elements 4 Success. Kylee brings a wealth of knowledge from her time in education…

S2E20 Discussing Teaching Experiences: Interstate, Department and Private Schools with Cath McPhillips

May 27, 2025 1h 32m

In this episode, I chat with Cath McPhillips — a brilliant educator who’s experienced it all: classroom teaching, support roles, and working across both public and private sectors.   Cath opens up…

Trauma, Neurodivergence & Care: Creating Safe Spaces - Part Two

May 13, 2025 48m

I continue my chat with Charlotte Sharp—a highly qualified counsellor, coach, clinical supervisor, and trainer with a wealth of experience working with adults and teens who have experienced trauma…

S2E18 Trauma, Neurodivergence & Care: Creating Safe Spaces - Part One

Apr 29, 2025 37m

In this episode of Chalk and Coffee, I’m joined by Charlotte Sharp—a highly qualified counsellor, coach, clinical supervisor, and trainer with a wealth of experience working with adults and teens who…

S2E16 Empowering Boys: Insights from Kathy Imabayashi

Apr 01, 2025 46m

In this episode of Chalk and Coffee, I sit down with Kathy Imabayashi, a retired Canadian international educator who has spent decades working as a classroom teacher and school leader in Japan,…

S2E15 Nature, Literacy, and Curiosity: An Educator's Perspective on Inquiry Learning

Mar 18, 2025 58m

This week, I’m joined by the insightful Edwina Cottino, an Early Childhood educator. Her teaching journey has taken her from Dubai to Perth, blending her background in Applied Psychology and…

S2E17 Growing the Money Tree: A Guide to Teaching Kids About Finance

Mar 16, 2025 44m

In this episode of Chalk and Coffee, I chat with Alpesh Palmar, author of Growing the Money Tree for Kids—an innovative book that introduces children to the value of money and the basics of…

S2E14 Conversations on Books and Writing with Amy Harvey

Mar 04, 2025 55m

In this episode of Chalk and Coffee, I’m joined by author Amy Harvey, who shares her journey behind the creation of her beautiful book Fishing with Grandad. Amy takes us through her writing journey,…

S2E13 A Conversation on Montessori and Play Spaces with Sarah Adams

Feb 18, 2025 56m

In this episode of Chalk and Coffee, I sit down with Sarah Adams, a Montessori teacher and professional organiser, to discuss how families can create calm, functional, and child-friendly spaces using…

S2E12 The Story Behind the Stories: My Chat with Michelle Worthington

Feb 06, 2025 17m

In this episode, I'm thrilled to share the audio from a special interview with award-winning Australian author Michelle Worthington, who turns the spotlight on me! In our conversation, Michelle…

S2E11 Empowering Families: Insights from Relationship Expert Reese Morala

Jan 21, 2025 51m

In this episode, I'm joined by Reesa Morala, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of experience supporting parents and families. Reesa's journey began by working with…

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Jan 08, 2025 0m Trailer

🎙️ Welcome to Chalk and Coffee, the podcast for educators, parents and anyone passionate about creating a thriving environment for children. Join me, Shana Roberts—an experienced educator, parent,…

S2E10 Writing Through a Different Lens: Insights from Melissa Gijsbers

Jan 08, 2025 26m

In this episode, Melissa shares her journey as a writer, her love for storytelling, and the profound impact her stories have on readers of all ages. As a neurodivergent author, her stories spotlight…

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