What the World Needs Now
Tom Whisinnand and Josh Monroe, two award winning educators are on a mission to discover, learn with and interview THE BEST educators from around the world!
On this journey, Tom and Josh find out what these amazing teachers do to stay inspired and become re-inspired, if they ever feel the "flame" of passion start to dwindle.
Each and every episode is ended by asking the incredible educators, "What does the World Need Now?"
HUGE THANKS to Harmony Academy from National University for sponsoring Tom and Josh on their journey to find out what the best teachers in the world do to inspire their learning communities!
Podcasting since 2024 • 45 episodes
What the World Needs Now
Latest Episodes
What the World Needs Now with Tom Whisinnand and Josh Monroe- featuring Sarah Frayer
In this episode, Tom and Josh talk with Sarah Frayer, an award winning educator from the Washington DC area. Sarah shares the critical role of social and emotional learning in education. Sarah also talks about her journey in education, em...
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Episode 3
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What the World Needs Now with Tom Whisinnand Josh Monroe- featuring Sarah Frayer- Interview #1
***This Interview was first recorded and published in 2021) *** What the World Needs Now interviews, Sarah Frayer, an Interventionist and Success Coach at Friendship Public Charter School in Washington DC about how her school has go...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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36:33
What the World Needs Now- featuring Sharyn Kang
In this episode, Tom and Josh explore the inspiring journey of Sharyn Kang, a dedicated educator with over 36 years of experience. She shares her passion for teaching, the importance of curiosity in education, and the challenges of supporting s...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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30:11
What the World Needs Now- 2025 Season Wrap Up with Tom Whisinnand and Josh Monroe
In this episode, Tom Whisinnand and Josh Monroe reflect on their inspiring conversations with educators from the 2025 fall season. They discuss the importance of curiosity, technology's impact on learning, and the need for student ownership in ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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30:12
What the World Needs Now- with Tom Whisinnand and Josh Monroe- featuring Dr. Melody Hawkins
In this episode, Tom Whisinnand and Josh Monroe talk with Dr. Melody Hawkins, who shares her journey as an educator and advocate for Black girls in education. She discusses the challenges faced by middle school students, particularly Black girl...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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