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  • Corey Rodrigues: Comedian. Actor. Substitute Teacher
    2024/11/28

    📌 This episode is from Season 0 — the original interview-style version of Classroom Confessions, before the 2025 relaunch as a YouTube-first comedy series.

    🎙️ For wild anonymous school stories + real laughs, start with Episode 1 (Sept 6).

    🚌 Submit yours at orlandobaxter.com


    In this episode of

    Classroom Confessions, I sit down with my good friend, comedian and actor Corey Rodrigues, for an honest and hilarious conversation. Corey takes us back to his school days, sharing unforgettable stories about his classroom antics, lessons learned, and how those experiences shaped his path to comedy and acting.
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    1 時間 48 分
  • Liza Nyamekye
    2024/10/29

    📌 This episode is from Season 0 — the original interview-style version of Classroom Confessions, before the 2025 relaunch as a YouTube-first comedy series.

    🎙️ For wild anonymous school stories + real laughs, start with Episode 1 (Sept 6).

    🚌 Submit yours at orlandobaxter.com


    In the latest episode of

    Classroom Confessions, we welcome Liza Nyamekye, an educator with over 16 years of experience from Worcester, MA. Liza shares her heartfelt stories, including the ups and downs of teaching, offering insights and laughter from her journey in the classroom. Tune in for an engaging conversation!
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    29 分
  • Kenny Bath - South High Alum
    2024/10/22

    📌 This episode is from Season 0 — the original interview-style version of Classroom Confessions, before the 2025 relaunch as a YouTube-first comedy series.

    🎙️ For wild anonymous school stories + real laughs, start with Episode 1 (Sept 6).

    🚌 Submit yours at orlandobaxter.com


    Kenny reflects on his time living in Worcester, Massachusetts, and the importance of supportive teachers and mentors in his life. He shares his experiences at Lakeside apartment complex and his appreciation for the educators who made a positive impact on his education.


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    35 分
  • Latisha Broomfield - ESL Elementary and Administrator
    2024/10/15

    📌 This episode is from Season 0 — the original interview-style version of Classroom Confessions, before the 2025 relaunch as a YouTube-first comedy series.

    🎙️ For wild anonymous school stories + real laughs, start with Episode 1 (Sept 6).

    🚌 Submit yours at orlandobaxter.com


    In this engaging conversation, Orlando Baxter and Tisha discuss their experiences in cruising and education, touching on various themes such as the challenges of teaching, misconceptions about different educational roles, and the unique experiences encountered during field trips. They also reflect on the adjustments made during the pandemic and share humorous anecdotes about student behavior and classroom management. Tisha emphasizes the importance of understanding the needs of students and the complexities of being an administrator, while also sharing her candid thoughts on the differences between urban and suburban teaching environments.

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    26 分
  • James Goff - Comedian. Actor. Writer
    2024/10/08

    📌 This episode is from Season 0 — the original interview-style version of Classroom Confessions, before the 2025 relaunch as a YouTube-first comedy series.

    🎙️ For wild anonymous school stories + real laughs, start with Episode 1 (Sept 6).

    🚌 Submit yours at orlandobaxter.com


    In this conversation, Glow discusses the flaws in the education system, emphasizing the pressures teachers face and the lack of emotional education for students. He shares personal experiences of segregation in schools and highlights the importance of positive teacher influence. The discussion also touches on memorable school moments and offers advice for new teachers on connecting with students and fostering empathy.

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    28 分
  • Luke Jarvis - Comedy writer & Filmmaker
    2024/10/01

    📌 This episode is from Season 0 — the original interview-style version of Classroom Confessions, before the 2025 relaunch as a YouTube-first comedy series.

    🎙️ For wild anonymous school stories + real laughs, start with Episode 1 (Sept 6).

    🚌 Submit yours at orlandobaxter.com


    In this conversation, Orlando Baxter interviews Luke about his experiences as a student. They discuss Luke's behavior in school, including times when he was engaged and contributing positively, as well as times when he was bored and disruptive. Luke compares himself to Lisa Simpson and Bart Simpson from The Simpsons, as he had both engaged and disruptive moments in school. They also talk about the pranks and trouble Luke got into, including bringing snowballs into class and not doing homework. Luke shares embarrassing moments, such as unraveling his pants on a slide and getting a patch on his eye after an accident with a jacket zipper. They discuss the importance of teachers who connect with students and encourage their creativity, as well as the regret of not fully enjoying and savoring the school experience. Luke advises teachers to meet students on their level and gently nudge them in the right direction, rather than being authoritarian.

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    34 分
  • Corey Manning - Comedian by night and Superhero by day
    2024/09/24

    📌 This episode is from Season 0 — the original interview-style version of Classroom Confessions, before the 2025 relaunch as a YouTube-first comedy series.

    🎙️ For wild anonymous school stories + real laughs, start with Episode 1 (Sept 6).

    🚌 Submit yours at orlandobaxter.com


    In this conversation, Orlando Baxter interviews Corey Manning, a comedian and substance abuse counselor. Corey shares his journey of being a comedian by night and a superhero by day, engaging in advocacy work and facilitating workshops on various topics. They discuss Corey's experiences in school, including skipping class to get high and stealing a disco ball. Corey also talks about the importance of humor in education and how he incorporates it into his substance abuse prevention workshops. In this part of the conversation, Orlando and Corey discuss their experiences as students and share some funny and humbling moments. They talk about the challenges of being a comedian in front of kids, share stories of embarrassing moments with their moms at school, and reflect on times when they were humbled by their actions. Corey also talks about his favorite moment in school, being in the chorus and performing in a combination of The Wiz and The Wizard of Oz.


    Corey Manning is a multifaceted performer who brings a unique blend of comedy and inspiration to every stage he graces. Known as "Comedian By Night and Superhero By Day," Corey is a dynamic figure in the entertainment world with a passion for making people laugh and a commitment to making a positive impact on his community.


    With a career spanning over two decades, Corey has headlined at major comedy festivals and venues, including the Apollo Theatre, Boston Comedy Festival, and Jamie Foxx's Laffapalooza. His stand-up comedy is a mix of humor, heart, and resilience, drawing from his own experiences and his journey as a prostate cancer survivor.


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    Beyond the comedy clubs, Corey uses his platform to advocate for important causes, including prostate cancer awareness and substance abuse prevention. His dedication to helping others extends into his work as a motivational speaker and mentor, where he combines his comedic talent with his superhero-like enthusiasm to inspire and uplift audiences.


    Corey's one-man show, "You Know How I Feel," is a testament to his ability to blend traumatic comedy with powerful storytelling, offering a heartfelt look at his personal battles and triumphs. Whether he’s making audiences laugh or championing meaningful causes, Corey Manning is a performer who embodies the spirit of a true superhero.


    Tune in to hear Corey share his journey, insights, and the stories behind his incredible career. Get ready for an episode filled with laughter, inspiration, and a touch of superhero magic.


    Saving our world, one smile at a time.


    ~ Corey

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    42 分
  • June Eressy - Educator - Parent story
    2024/09/20

    Get ready for a shocking revelation! 🎙️ In this teaser clip from Classroom Confessions, teacher June Eressy shares what a parent said to her after she called the student's mother about her cheerleading uniform. 😱 Tune in to the full episode to hear the unbelievable story!

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    1 分