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Episode 256 – Bobby Eppleman – Navigating Connection, Chaos, and the Basics
In this episode The Creativity Department and art educator Bobby Eppleman discuss the philosophy of “giving students what they want before giving them what they need”. Explore how dialing in on…
Episode 255 – Michael Bell – Practice What you Teach
In this episode, the Creativity Department talks with artist and educator Michael Bell about how he strikes a balance between his professional career and creative practices. Including how to blend…
Episode 254 – Julie Carmean – Handmade Heroes: Student Art, History, & America’s 250th
In this episode, the Creativity Department talks with the Senior Programs Officer for the National Endowment for the Humanities – Julie Carmean! With America’s 250th birthday in July, Julie outlines…
Episode 253 – Daniel Bryant – Thermostat or Thermometer? Creativity Climate Control
The temperature in the art room can change from day-to-day but, we’re not talking about how hot or cold the room is! Matt and Laura chat with returning gust Daniel Bryant to talk about his philosophy…
Episode 252 – What’s the Big Idea? Teaching Art with Themes
What happens when foundational skills meet meaningful artistic exploration? In this episode, The Creativity Department explores how a theme-based approach can bring the elements of art and principles…
Episode 251 – Dr. Elizabeth Stuart Whitehead– Program Advocacy & Building a Stronger Art Studio
Advocating for your art program can feel like a daunting task! But you don’t have to do it alone. In this episode, The Creativity Department sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Stuart Whitehead, Visual Arts…
Episode 250 – Andrew Dietz – Creative Confidence
What happens when the artist becomes the story? In this episode of K12ArtChat, Matt and Laura talk with author Andrew Dietz about the intersection of visual art and fiction—and why creative writing…
Episode 249 – Benjamin Hoffman – Imagination to Measurable: Art Education Powered by Data
In this episode of K12ArtChat, Matt talks high school art educator Benjamin Hoffman to talk about how he uses data points in his art room to not only advocate for his program and students but also…
Episode 248 – David Modler & Sam Peck – NAEA 2026 Wrap Up
In this episode of K12ArtChat, Matt is joined by returning guests David Modler and Sam Peck to debrief the NAEA 2026 Convention in Chicago. From inspiring keynotes and hands-on workshops to…
Episode 247 – Cheryl Maney & James Rees – Let’s Talk Convention!
In this episode of K12ArtChat, Matt & Laura talk with art educators and longtime NAEA members Cheryl Maney and James Rees about what makes the NAEA Convention a must-attend professional…
Episode 246 – Amy Appleton & Kendall Crabbe – Moving Forward with the Connected Arts Network (CAN)
In this episode of K12ArtChat, former Connected Arts Network (CAN) leaders Amy Appleton (now with Young Audiences for Learning) and Kendall Crabbe reflect on years of hard work evolving art education…
Episode 245 – Gino Molfino & Sarah Ackermann – Leading with Purpose through Empowerment
In this episode of K12ArtChat, the Creativity Department talks with NAEA Supervision & Administration Division leaders Gino Molfino and Sarah Ackermann about the recent pre-convention webinars…
Episode 244 – YES MAAM! – Media Arts in the Art Room? Yes, MAAM!
Students are already creating with images, sound, and video—are our art classrooms keeping up? In this episode, Matt and Laura sit down with Yes Ma’am, a media arts collective of three high school…
Episode 243 – Leslie Gates – Rethinking Assessment in the Art Room with the Help of Students
In this episode, Matt & Laura talk to Millersville University’s Professor in Art Education – Dr. Leslie Gates! Listen in to this information packed episode where she shares her approach to…
Episode 242 – Jeanne Bjork – At the Crossroads: Retirement, Identity and the Fear(less) Journey
In this episode, the Creativity Department chats with returning guest and longtime art educator, Jeanne Bjork about handling difficult transitions. Listen in for a fresh perspective on how educators…
Episode 241 – Fresh Starts & Fine Arts – Time to Reflect, Remix, & Renew
After a year filled with challenges, growth, and hard-earned perspective, the Creativity Department’s annual New Year episode couldn’t just be about self-reflection. To kick off 2026, we take a…
Episode 240 – Yichien Cooper & Reilly Powers – Why Advocacy Matters for Art Education Programs
In this episode, the Creativity Department talks to NAEA’s Higher Education Division Director, Yichien Cooper and the Preservice Division Director, Reilly Powers about the ever-important topic of…
Episode 239 – Sean Justice, Marta Cabral, Andrea Kantrowitz – Modalities & Reimagining Materials through Inquiry
In this episode, the Creativity Department talks to professors, educators, and artists Sean Justice, Marta Cabral, and Andrea Kantrowitz about how art educators can reimagine and reframe tools and…
Episode 238 – Cameron McKinstry – Tabletop RPGs: Engines of Artistic Thinking
In this episode the Creativity Department explores the intersection of art education and collaborative storytelling with Cameron McKinstry, K12Art Chat Producer, Game Master, and Marketing Associate…
Episode 237 – Jeff Broome and Renee Sandell – Narratives of Art Educators and 21st Century Learning
Join the Creativity Department as they talk with Dr. Jeff Broome, Professor of Art Education at Florida State University and artist-scholar Dr. Renee Sandell about their collaborative work - Real…
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