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Distinguished Physical Education Podcast Episodes

Welcome to the Distinguished Physical Education podcast, the show where we discuss how to create a rigorous, standards-based PE program that is safe and welcoming for all students. I’m your host, Gary Zaharatos, and I’m thrilled to give you a sneak peek into what we have in store for you. If you haven’t already, be sure to join our Facebook group where we have assembled quite the group of experts, always willing to share their insights and help out colleagues with their problems of practice. Simply search for Distinguished Physical Education. This podcast is being released along with my new book, Becoming a Distinguished Physical Education Teacher, which is available on both Amazon and my website, www.distinguishedpe.com.

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#35 - Empowering All Students Through the PEOPEL Unified PE Program with Janine Wilkins

Dec 1, 2025·—

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Distinguished PE is excited to announce the launch of four, self-paced, graduate level courses! See below for more information on how to sign up. Today’s guest is Janine Wilkins, a veteran teacher at Carl Sandburg High...

#34 - Rediscovering the Joy of Movement with Dr. Vicky Randall

Nov 10, 2025·—

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Distinguished PE is excited to announce the launch of three, self-paced, graduate level courses! See below for more information on how to sign up. Dr Vicky Randall is an educator, researcher and consultant in Physical...

#33 - Standards-Based, Student-Led Activities with Paddy Bailey

Oct 20, 2025·—

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Distinguished PE is excited to announce the launch of three, self-paced, graduate level courses! See below for more information on how to sign up. Paddy received his bachelors degree in K-12 PE and a Masters in Physical...

#32 - Prioritizing Skill Development and Challenging the Status Quo with Jake Miller

Oct 6, 2025·—

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Distinguished PE is excited to announce the launch of three, self-paced, graduate level courses! See below for more information on how to sign up. After teaching elementary PE for three years, Jake has been teaching...

#31 - The Return of the Presidential Fitness Test: Repeating the Past or Reimagining the Future, with Kathy Harvey and Jamie Sparks

Sep 23, 2025·—

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Distinguished PE is excited to announce the launch of three, self-paced, graduate level courses! See below for more information on how to sign up... In this episode, Kathy Harvey, Jamie Sparks and I talk about the...

#30 - Back to School 2025: Creating a PE Program That Welcomes Every Learner with Juli Neace

Sep 1, 2025·—

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Distinguished PE is excited to announce the launch of three, self-paced, graduate level courses! See below for more information on how to sign up... This episode is the final installment of the Back to School 2025...

#29 - Back to School 2025: Building a Culture of Belonging in PE with Courtney Lukasavitz

Aug 17, 2025·—

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Distinguished PE is excited to announce the launch of three, self-paced, graduate level courses! See below for more information on how to sign up. This episode is part of the Back to School 2025 series, which is focused...

#28 - Back to School 2025: Co-Agreements, Student Voice, and Intentional Routines with Rhys Meredith

Aug 4, 2025·—

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#27 - End-of-Year PE Reflections: Looking Back and Moving Forward with Adam Mullis

Jun 9, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: It’s the final episode of the first year of the Distinguished PE Podcast — and it’s all about taking time to reflect. In this episode, I sit down with Adam Mullis to talk...

#26 - How the DPE Virtual Course Transformed Our Teaching with Jessie Erikson, Scott Harris, Byron Robinson, and Jen Smith

May 28, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: What happens when four PE teachers commit to growing their practice together? In this episode, I sit down with Jessie Erikson, Scott Harris, Byron Robinson, and Jen Smith...

#25 - Supporting English Learners in PE Without Speaking Their Language (Yet) with Kelly Donnelly

May 13, 2025·—

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What would you do if 200 new students walked into your gym — most of them speaking a language you don’t understand? That’s exactly what happened to Kelly Donnelly, a PE teacher in Denver Public Schools. In this powerful...

#24 - Highlights and Takeaways from SHAPE Baltimore 2025 with Jen Smith

Apr 22, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: My guest today is Jen Smith, a passionate PE leader and teacher from Denver, Colorado, who recently returned from the 2025 SHAPE America National Convention in Baltimore...

#23 - Why Every PE Program Needs Yoga with Kristen Santos

Apr 4, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: Looking for ways to create a calmer, more connected PE environment? In this episode, I talk with Kristen Santos — a certified yoga instructor and Massachusetts Middle...

#22 - How to Plan an Unforgettable Field Day with Drew Burris

Mar 30, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: My guest today is Drew Burris, an award-winning physical education teacher in Missouri with 14 years of teaching experience and a passion for creating memorable learning...

#21 – Why Dance Belongs in PE with Victor Spadaro

Mar 25, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: My guest today is Victor Spadaro, a dynamic and passionate physical educator from Arlington, Virginia. Victor teaches PreK–5th grade at Abingdon Elementary and was...

#20 - The Power of Adapted PE: Strategies, Tools, and Insights with Brad Hunter

Mar 18, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: My guest today is Brad Hunter. Brad has been working with students in a physical activity capacity for 19 years—first through a nonprofit that brought meaningful play to...

#19 - Refining Your Craft Through National Board Certification with Patrick Noel

Mar 14, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: My guest today is Patrick Noel. Patrick received his Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education from St. Bonaventure University and a Master of Arts in Kinesiology...

#18 - Motivating Secondary Students Through Student Choice with Austin Olsen and Caitlin Schoville

Mar 5, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: My guests today are Caitlin Schoville and Austin Olsen, two nationally recognized middle school physical educators. Caitlin teaches 7th and 8th grade health and PE at...

#17 – From College to the Gym: Practical PE Insights with Christina Collins

Feb 22, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: My guest today is Christina Collins, founder and owner of NeverStopMoving365, an organization focused on expanding access to physical education beyond the school day...

#16 – Preparing for a Physical Education Job Interview: Tips for Standing Out

Feb 15, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: In this episode, I explore how to prepare for a physical education job interview in a way that highlights your professionalism, instructional skills, and commitment to...

#15 - Encouraging Learning and Growth in Physical Education Through Self-Reflection with Erin Evans

Feb 2, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: In this episode, I’m joined by Erin Evans, an award-winning physical education teacher whose passion for teaching and dedication to her community have made a meaningful...

#14 - Legitimizing Physical Education Through Meaningful Assessment with Adam Mullis

Jan 15, 2025·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: Today I’m joined by Dr. Adam Mullis, a passionate educator and advocate for health and physical education. Adam is in his 10th year of teaching middle school PE and...

#13 - Establishing a Culture of Excellence in PE with Sam Horton

Dec 29, 2024·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: Today I’m joined by Sam Horton, a dedicated PE teacher and swimming lead with seven years of experience in education. Sam was recently recognized for introducing the Swim...

#12 – Standards-Based PE Assessment Made Practical with Jen Smith and Jesse Weber

Nov 5, 2024·—

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Distinguished PE is excited to announce the launch of three, self-paced, graduate level courses! See below for more information on how to sign up. In this episode, I’m joined by Jen Smith and Jesse Weber to explore what...

#11 - Why Student Talk Matters in PE with Mark Lombardi

Oct 10, 2024·—

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For all things Distinguished Physical Education: Today I’m speaking with Mark Lombardi, a veteran physical education teacher who has spent the past 23 years at Godsman Elementary in Denver Public Schools. Mark earned...