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Math on the Rocks

Booking Overview

An interview-led mathematics education podcast focused on classroom practice, teaching methods, curriculum, and the broader politics of math education, typically featuring educators, researchers, authors, and professional learning specialists. Credible pitches include mathematics education researchers, teacher educators, curriculum authors, instructional coaches, and experienced classroom practitioners with practical expertise; booking difficulty is likely low because the show centers on accessible subject-matter experts rather than high-profile celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 81

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 266 subscribers

Instagram: 1.1k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

dhabecker@mcoe.org

executive@cmc-math.org

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Mathematics educators, education researchers, teacher educators, instructional coaches, curriculum specialists, and authors with practical expertise in classroom instruction or math education policy.
Required Achievements:  
Published research or practitioner resources, Authorship of mathematics education books or curricula, Professional expertise in teacher development or instructional practice, Conference or professional learning experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Heather Price - Classroom Conditions, Mathematics Belonging, Student Engagement, Math Mindsets, Relationships, And High-quality Instruction

Ashley Powell - Problem-based Instruction, Task Design, Mathematical Reasoning, Student Thinking, And Accessible Problem Solving

Kevin Dykema - Productive Struggle, Math Identity, Task Design, Student Reasoning, Teacher Questioning, And Reflection

Nolan Fossum - Conceptual Understanding, Cartoon Math, Manipulatives, Number Sense, Productive Struggle, And Mathematical Reasoning

Recent Topics

Math Education, Pedagogy, Curriculum, Problem Solving, Teacher Training

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Math on the Rocks
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Ep 79 - Duane and Cole talk Direct Instruction

October 08, 2026

The recent Science of Reading movement has caused dozens of states to update their instructional practices with reading. Many states have gone so far as to legislate science of reading instruction. Duane is concerned that well-meaning politicians and school leaders will attempt to over-generalize the direct instruction that is an essential component to teaching young readers and apply it to mathematics. This episode is the start of an ongoing series of conversations about direct instruction i...

Ep 78 - Mike Flynn is making math more accessible with micro moves

September 22, 2026

Mike Flynn invites us to rethink accessibility in mathematics by shifting the focus from fixing students to redesigning the learning environment. Drawing on Universal Design for Learning and his own experience as both an educator and parent, Mike shows how small instructional changes can dramatically change how students experience math.In this episode, Mike shares practical “micro moves” teachers can use with the curriculum they already have, including adding visuals, slowly revealing informa...

Ep 77 - Joanie Funderburk is shifting the cognitive lift to students

August 25, 2026

Joanie Funderburk challenges us to think about who is doing the mathematical thinking in our classrooms. Even when we believe students should make sense of mathematics for themselves, our instinct to help can sometimes lead us to take over the very thinking we want students to do.In this episode, Joanie shares three practical ways to shift the cognitive lift to students: start with a quick win that gives every learner an entry point, get students talking so they can practice being mathematica...

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Frequently asked questions

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Math on the Rocks
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How do I get in touch with Math on the Rocks?

Its publicly listed emails are dhabecker@mcoe.org and executive@cmc-math.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Math on the Rocks?

The publicly listed emails for Math on the Rocks: dhabecker@mcoe.org and executive@cmc-math.org.

How many listeners does Math on the Rocks have?

Podseeker estimates Math on the Rocks reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Math on the Rocks?

Math on the Rocks typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Mathematics educators, education researchers, teacher educators, instructional coaches, curriculum specialists, and authors with practical expertise in classroom instruction or math education policy. Common among recent guests: Published research or practitioner resources; Authorship of mathematics education books or curricula; Professional expertise in teacher development or instructional practice. Recent guests include Heather Price, Ashley Powell, and Kevin Dykema.

How hard is it to get booked on Math on the Rocks?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Math on the Rocks cover?

Recent episodes cover Math Education, Pedagogy, Curriculum, Problem Solving, and Teacher Training. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

dhabecker@mcoe.org

executive@cmc-math.org

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