Teaching Python

Teaching Python

Sean Tibor and Kelly Paredes

Episodes 159
Avg. Duration 46m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.7 (23)
Since Dec 2018
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
Consistency
47%
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About This Podcast

Welcome to "Teaching Python Podcast,” the go-to podcast for anyone interested in the intersection of education and coding. Hosted by Kelly Paredes and Sean Tibor, this podcast dives into the thrills and challenges of teaching computer science through the engaging and versatile Python programming language. About the Hosts: Kelly Paredes brings a wealth of global experience in curriculum design and currently inspires sixth and eighth graders at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Celebrating her seventh year of integrating Python into her teaching, Kelly has a knack for making complex concepts accessible and exciting. Sean Tibor, a Cloud, Infrastructure, and Networks leader at Pfizer, draws from a rich background that spans marketing, database design, and digital agency leadership. Having taught Python to seventh and eighth graders at Pine Crest School, Sean now extends his expertise by supporting interns and tutoring students in Python. Explore with Us: * Engaging Lessons: Discover how we make Python programming both fun and accessible for young learners, equipping them with the skills to tackle real-world problems. * Classroom Insights: Experience our journey through both triumphs and trials in the classroom, and learn what it takes to foster a vibrant learning environment. * Expert Interviews: Gain valuable perspectives from interviews with fellow educators and industry experts, who share their top strategies and success stories in coding education.

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Episode 158: Will Vincent on Django, AI Coding, and Why Fundamentals Still Matter

Jun 10, 2026 1h 12m

In this episode, Python Developer Advocate and author Will Vincent joins the hosts to discuss the lasting appeal of Django, changes in how people learn web development, and the ways AI is reshaping…

Episode 157: Episode # 157 Philip Guo: The Code Runs. But Do You Understand It?

May 30, 2026 53m Trailer Transcript

Kelly talks with Philip Guo, creator of Python Tutor, about how the tool helps students trace code and understand programming basics. They also discuss the challenges AI-generated code creates in the…

Episode 156: When Code Leaves the Screen

May 23, 2026 56m Transcript

In this episode of Teaching Python, Kelly Schuster-Paredes and Julian Sequeira are joined by engineer and maker Todd Kurt to discuss what happens when code leaves the screen and starts interacting…

Episode 155: Hello World is Dead

Apr 06, 2026 47m Transcript

In this episode, Sean, Kelly, and Julian tackle a provocative question: is the traditional "Hello, World" first program dead? What was once a thrilling moment of agency — telling a computer to do…

Episode 154: Are You Techie Enough?

Mar 03, 2026 49m Transcript

What does it really mean to be "techie"? Sean, Kelly, and guest Amelia Hough-Ross dig into the labels we put on ourselves and others — and why curiosity and persistence matter more than credentials.…

Episode 153: 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

Dec 14, 2025 40m Transcript

Julian Sequeira from PyBites joins Sean and Kelly to share their top holiday gift picks for coders, makers, and educators. This episode features 15+ gift ideas ranging from budget-friendly maker…

Episode 152: High School CS with Quincy Tennyson

Nov 26, 2025 54m Transcript

In this episode, we sit down with Quincy Tennyson, who teaches an impressive four-year computer science pathway at Fern Creek High School. Quincy's background in the Marine Corps and as a network…

Episode 151: AI in Practice: Learning from Law & Beyond with Pritesh Patel

Sep 29, 2025 54m Transcript

In this episode, Sean and Kelly welcome Pritesh Patel, a computer scientist specializing in AI who brings over 20 years of experience from companies like Turner Broadcasting, Walmart, and GE to his…

Episode 150: LLMs with Simon WIllison

Aug 28, 2025 1h 36m Transcript

In this milestone 150th episode, hosts Kelly Schuster-Paredes and Sean Tibor sit down with Simon Willison, co-creator of Django and creator of Datasette and LLM tools, for an in-depth conversation…

Episode 149: Guiding Education with Sheena O'Connell

Jul 15, 2025 47m Transcript

Description In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Sheena O'Connell, an educator and developer from South Africa who has been making waves in the Python education community. Sheena shares her…

Episode 148: PyCon 2025 AI Education Open Space

Jun 08, 2025 57m Transcript

In this special episode of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes convene an open space discussion at PyCon US 2025 in Pittsburgh. Surrounded by a diverse group of educators,…

Episode 147: The Power of Teaching APIs

Mar 24, 2025 40m Transcript

In Episode 147 of Teaching Python, Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes focus on the importance and power of teaching APIs to coding students. They share personal stories and practical strategies…

Episode 146: PSF Education Outreach Workgroup and the Education Summit

Jan 21, 2025 52m Transcript

In episode 146 of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster Perez delve into the newly established Python Education and Outreach Work Group, featuring guests Cheuk Ting Ho and Keith…

Episode 145: The Bigger Picture of Teaching Python

Jan 13, 2025 1h 2m Transcript

In episode 145 of Teaching Python, Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes celebrate their six-year podcast anniversary and discuss the shifts within computer science education and the growing…

Episode 144: Python in Africa with Kudzayi Bamhare

Jan 06, 2025 53m Transcript

In episode 144 of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes are joined by special guest Kudzayi Bamhare from Zimbabwe. They dive into the important topic of Python education as a…

Episode 143: Computational Thinking 2.0 with Dr. John Chapin

Dec 30, 2024 55m Transcript

In Episode 143 of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes engage in a compelling conversation with Dr. John Chapin, a renowned computer science educator and presenter at CSTA. As…

Episode 142: Middle School Magic: Integrating AI, Data Science, and Computational Thinking with Kelly Powers

Dec 22, 2024 1h Transcript

In Episode 142 of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes are joined by Kelly Powers, a fellow middle school educator and curriculum designer, to explore the dynamic world of…

Episode 141: Unlocking Python Expertise with Trey Hunner

Dec 14, 2024 51m Transcript

Join hosts Kelly Schuster-Paredes and Sean Tibor as they welcome esteemed Python expert Trey Hunner to the show. This episode is a delightful mix of practical insights, engaging stories, and…

Episode 140: Girls Programming Network with Renee Noble

Dec 01, 2024 1h Transcript

In this episode of Teaching Python, Sean and Kelly are joined by Renee Noble, a dynamic Microsoft Cloud Advocate and CEO of a nonprofit dedicated to helping women and gender-diverse individuals learn…

Episode 139: Code Your Dreams with Brianne Caplan

Nov 24, 2024 44m Transcript

In Episode 139 of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes welcome back Brianne Caplan, the dynamic founder of Code Your Dreams. The conversation explores the exciting…

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