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I HAVE QUESTIONS with Michael Ruhland
Hosted by Michael Ruhland · EN
Have you ever asked a question? Been in a classroom? Felt curious about how the world works? Or wondered how we can all keep learning, no matter our age or role?
Then you’re in the right place… because I Have Questions.
Hosted by Michael Ruhland—business owner, former soldier, educator, coach, mentor, administrator, husband, father, and lifelong learner—I Have Questions with Michael Ruhland is a podcast built around curiosity, learning, and the power of asking better questions. After spending more than two decades working in public education, Mike believes the most important thing we can do is stay curious and keep asking questions.
Each episode blends personal stories, conversations with inspiring people, and reflections on life in and around the classroom. Mike talks with teachers, students, parents, and everyday learners about the moments when curiosity changes how we think, learn, and grow. Drawing inspiration from great thinkers, history, and everyday experiences, the podcast explores what it means to be both a teacher and a learner at the same time.
This isn’t a professional development course—it’s a reminder of the joy of curiosity we all had as children and how we can bring it back into our busy lives. Whether you’re an educator, student, parent, or simply someone who wants to learn more about the world, there’s no age requirement and no job title needed to join the conversation.
In our time together, the goal is simple: help you feel relaxed, refreshed, curious, and ready to ask more questions.
And along the way, you might even discover some fascinating answers to questions you didn’t know you had.
Are you ready? Good. Because… I Have Questions.
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The Temple Older than History
2d ago00:02:14Tap to summarizeThe discovery of an 11,000-year-old temple in Turkey challenges the traditional timeline of human civilization and raises questions about its purpose and burial. This revelation has significant implications for our understanding of ancient history and human development.TakeawaysAncient temple challenges traditional timelinePurpose and burial of the temple raise questionsChapters00:00 The Discovery of the Temple00:58 The Timeline of Human Civilization01:56 The Purpose and Burial of the Temple02:56 Implications for Understanding Ancient History
Transcribe →How Their Name Became Them
5d ago00:25:53Tap to summarizeIn part one of the conversation with Kestral Gaian, the themes of names, natural landscapes, literature, language learning, and social environment emerged as key topics. Kestral's name holds deep significance, reflecting the power of names as declarations and promises. The white cliffs of Dover symbolize the impact of natural landscapes on storytelling and creativity. 'The Boy from Elsewhere' and the book 'A Kestral for a Knave' influenced Kestral's life and work, highlighting themes of identity and self-discovery. Learning Japanese has impacted Kestral's writing and creativity, influencing character development and poetry. Growing up on a council estate shaped Kestral's personal identity and storytelling, reflecting the impact of social and cultural environment on creativity and self-expression.TakeawaysThe power of names as declarations and promisesThe influence of natural landscapes, literature, and language learning on creativity and storytellingChapters00:00 The Power of Names09:34 Learning Japanese and Writing16:26 Growing Up on a Council Estate
Transcribe →What made this man Proud
1w ago00:02:26Tap to summarizeThe story of Chester Nez, one of the original 29 Navajo Marines, highlights the power of language, the impact of discrimination, and the pride of using a silenced language to save lives during World War II.TakeawaysLanguage as a tool of empowermentOvercoming discrimination through opportunityChapters00:00 The Power of Language
Transcribe →Hidden in a shoebox during WWII
1w ago00:02:41Tap to summarizeThe story of the Jules Rimet Trophy, its disappearance during World War II, and its survival in an ordinary shoebox under a bed, highlighting the courage and humility of an ordinary person in protecting something precious.TakeawaysCourage over fearActs of preservation happen in silenceChapters00:00 The Vanishing Trophy
Transcribe →What Worry's Whispers says about Dyslexia, ADHD & OCD
2w ago00:00:52Tap to summarizeThe conversation explores the concept of creating a multi-sensory experience by combining words and images in a book. It delves into the complementary nature of words and images, aiming to provide a multi-sensory experience for different types of learners.TakeawaysMulti-sensory experienceCombining words and imagesChapters00:00 Creating a Multi-Sensory Experience
Transcribe →HOW FEAR BECOMES BRAVERY AND ART BECOMES HEALING
2w ago00:18:27Tap to summarizeThe conversation delves into the experience of living with OCD, the historical significance of narrow canals, and Mia Mason's journey as an artist and author. It also explores Mia's favorite holiday, dream travel destination, and a time period she'd like to visit. Additionally, it touches on Michael Ruhland's journey as a teacher and ends with Mia reading a poem from her book 'Worry's Whispers'.TakeawaysExploring the experience of living with OCDHistorical significance of narrow canalsJourney of an artist and authorChapters00:00 Exploring OCD Through Art29:00 Curious Questions with Mia Mason35:33 Becoming a Teacher
Transcribe →This Idea Philip Johnstone saved lives
2w ago00:02:45Tap to summarizePhilip Johnston's recognition of the power of the Navajo language led to the creation of the Navajo Code Talker program, which played a crucial role in winning World War II. His ability to see brilliance where others saw difference was revolutionary.TakeawaysRecognition of existing brillianceThe power of language and cultural knowledgeChapters00:00 The Birth of an Idea
Transcribe →Three ancient mysteries solved
2w ago00:02:01Tap to summarizeThe conversation explores three ancient mysteries that have been solved in our lifetime, highlighting the role of curiosity in driving breakthroughs. The mysteries include an ancient temple in Turkey, the Antikythera Mechanism, and the decoding of Linear B. Each mystery challenges existing beliefs and demonstrates the power of curiosity in unraveling the unknown.TakeawaysAncient mysteries solvedCuriosity leads to breakthroughsChapters00:00 Ancient Temple in Turkey
Transcribe →Long Covid's impact is this
3w ago00:00:49Tap to summarizeThe conversation explores the challenges of long COVID and the use of scripted responses to manage communication difficulties. Michael Ruhland shares his experience with long COVID and the struggle to respond immediately, leading to the use of scripted responses. Mia Mason expresses understanding and appreciation for the conversation.TakeawaysLong COVID challengesScripted responsesChapters00:00 Long COVID Challenges and Scripted Responses
Transcribe →Captured and Tortured for a Secret He Didn't Have
3w ago00:02:02Tap to summarizeDiscover the incredible story of Joe Kieyoomia, a Navajo soldier in WWII captured by the Japanese, who was mistakenly believed to hold the key to the unbreakable Navajo Code.This video explores a fascinating, lesser-known aspect of WWII history and the ingenuity behind the Navajo Code Talkers. Learn how the US military used a code so secure that not even native Navajo speakers could decipher it if they weren't trained code talkers.The code the US military couldn't crack in WWII — and the man who was tortured for a secret he didn't even have.Joe Kieyoomia was a Navajo soldier captured by Japanese forces during World War II. They believed he knew the Navajo code the Marines used to send battlefield messages. But Joe wasn't a code talker. He was in the Army — and he didn't know the code.The Navajo code wasn't just the Navajo language. Code talkers built an entirely new system on top of it — over 400 terms, each one memorized. Nothing was ever written down. Even a fluent Navajo speaker couldn't understand it without training.Joe endured years as a prisoner of war. And the entire time, he was protecting a secret he didn't even have.History reminds us that the quietest voices can carry the strongest codes.#NavajoCodeTalkers #WWII #HiddenHistory #MilitaryHistory #CodeBreakers #WorldWar2 #AmericanHistory #TrueStory #HistoryShortsNavajo code talkers, WWII code, Joe Kieyoomia, Navajo code, World War 2 history, unbreakable code, military history, code talkers, Pacific theater, POW story, hidden history, Native American history, US Marines WWII, code breaking, American history shorts, history documentary, true war stories, WWII heroes, indigenous history, secret code0:00 The Unbreakable Code0:04 The Code Talkers' Secret0:14 Joe Kieyoomia's Story0:21 Captured by the Japanese0:29 The Misconception0:36 The True Power of the Code#WWII #NavajoCodeTalkers #History #MilitaryHistory #UntoldStories #CodeTalkers #WorldWar2 #NavajoNation #JoeKieyoomiaDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more untold historical stories!
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