The Spelling Bee Whisperer: Meet Scott Remer

Even spelling bee champions need a coach. Scott Remer has coached five Scripps National Spelling Bee champions—and turned a childhood love of words into an unexpected career. On No Wrong Choices, Scott takes us inside the surprisingly competitive world of spelling bees, where contestants decode unfamiliar words under bright lights, parents have their own rivalries, and a single letter can change everything. With humor and a teacher’s perspective, he explains how young spellers prepare, why winning takes much more than memorization, and how he helps students handle the pressure while keeping their love of language alive. Scott also traces his path from national finalist and teenage author to full-time coach, including the pandemic-era decision to make his growing tutoring business his main career—even after the national bee had been canceled. Along the way, he shares lessons about recognizing the value of an unusual skill, helping others grow, and staying open to unexpected opportunities. His own twist? The championship he didn’t win may have given him the best reason to stay in the game.   To discover more episodes or connect with us: website: https://www.nowrongchoices.com/ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nowrongchoicespod/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-wrong-choices-podcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nowrongchoices Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086704773105