Back to the Classroom: Tisha Richmond on Rediscovering Joy, Authenticity, and AI-Powered Creativity in CTE

In this episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast, Andrew Easton reconnects with educator, author, and speaker Tisha Richmond to explore her unexpected return to the classroom and the powerful insights that have come with it. After years of supporting educators at a systems level and working globally, Tisha shares what it’s been like to step back into a Career & Technical Education (CTE) classroom, rediscover the intensity and joy of teaching, and reconnect with students in deeply meaningful ways. Tisha also shares insights from her new book, The Magical CTE Classroom, offering actionable ideas for both new and experienced teachers—whether in CTE or beyond. This episode is a reminder that while teaching is complex and demanding, it is also deeply human, creative, and full of opportunity for meaningful, magical connections. Resources The Magical CTE Classroom by Tisha Richmond Make Learning Magical by Tisha Richmond Brisk Teaching (for its AI podcast feature) Canva Code (for its AI-powered interactive creation) Register Today for the Nebraska Career Education (NCE) Conference