THED Talks

THED Talks is a podcast for theatre teachers and theatre education students. Dr. Jimmy Chrismon, Theatre Education professor at Illinois State University, brings you stories and interviews from experienced K-12 theatre teachers, current theatre education majors, and professors of theatre education that will warm your heart, renew your faith in teaching, and provide resources to better your practice in your theatre classroom. Pour the coffee, relax, and join us for heart-warming conversations and practical advice from practitioners making a difference in students' lives each and every day!

Podcasting since 2019 • 255 episodes

THED Talks

Latest Episodes

7.37 A Conversation with Matt Webster, Adam Carter, and Jimmy Chrismon

This week Jimmy’s mentor, Matt Webster, takes over and talks with Jimmy and Adam Carter about their new book, Trauma-Informed Practices in 9-12 Theatre Education!

May 07, 2025 • Season 7 • Episode 37 • 1:09:48

7.36 A Conversation with Sarah Palmer

This week JImmy talks with Massachusetts teacher Sarah Palmer. She talks about the joy and community that theatre brings, product vs. process, and casting.

April 30, 2025 • Season 7 • Episode 36 • 37:45

7.35 A Conversation with Gail Chase

This week Jimmy talks with Florida theatre teacher Gail Chase. She talks about theatre changing her life, the need for play, and her Shakespeare experience that revolutionized her teaching.

April 23, 2025 • Season 7 • Episode 35 • 1:05:57

7.34 A Conversation with Cody Riker

This week Jimmy talks with Australian based teaching artist Cody Riker. He shares about the importance of passion in your work, the challenging climate of education in the US, and being willing to pivot when you need to choose to keep loving wh...

April 16, 2025 • Season 7 • Episode 34 • 44:03

7.33 A Conversation with Madison Gillis

This week Jimmy talks with Illinois theatre teacher Madison Gillis. She talks about the varied teaching load she has, settling into your career in the early years, and taking care of yourself and your kiddos.

April 09, 2025 • Season 7 • Episode 33 • 45:47

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