For the Love of Teaching

In this powerful episode of The Grit Files, we dive into the unfolding teachers’ strike in Alberta with raw honesty, lived experience, and unapologetic truth-telling. Drawing from my own time on the picket line—the most isolating chapter of me career—I unpack the emotional toll of being devalued, the UCP government’s tactics of control and misinformation, and the resilience it takes to keep showing up for students and communities. We speak directly to critics, challenges political spin with facts, and reminds us that in times of crisis, our voice is our most powerful tool. If you care about education, democracy, or the grit it takes to stand your ground—this episode is for you.