Podcast Episodes

In episode 80, I interview Hans Appel (@HansNAppel), a school counselor, podcaster, speaker, and author. Hans is a school counselor in Washington, creator and co-host of the Award Winning Culture podcast, and is now an author of a book by the same title. During the episode, we discussed how education has been impacted by Covid19, building and improving school culture, and how to involve students in matters of school leadership.

In episode 79, I interview Vernon Wright (@thewrightleader), an educator, entrepreneur, and speaker. Vernon is a district administrator in Texas, the founder of ZeroApologyZone.com, and has served in the roles of teacher, teacher leader, campus administrator, and central office leadership. We discussed how education has been impacted by Covid19, issues of equity and inclusion, and how educators can use their influence to lead from within their role.

In episode 78, I re-air an interview I conducted with Basil Marin (@basil_marin) for an episode in November of 2018. Basil is a fellow 2017 ASCD Emerging Leader, education administrator, and doctoral candidate. We discussed inspiring lifelong learning, working with at-risk students, and promoting equity in education.

In episode 77, I voice my public statement and concerns regarding the recent tragic events that have shed light on issues of equity and inclusion. I also re-air an interview I conducted with Dr. Sheldon Eakins (@sheldoneakins) for an episode in June of 2019. Dr. Eakins is the host of the Leading Equity podcast and an educational administrator in Fort Hall, Idaho. We discussed issues related to equity in education, including racial equity and digital equity.

In episode 76, I interviewed Bruce Reicher (@breicher), author, technology teacher, speaker, and board of education member, about media arts in the classroom. We discussed being a connected educator, essential real world-relevant skills for students, bringing media into the classroom, and Bruce’s upcoming book, “Scripted.”

In episode 75, I interviewed Sharon Forman (@MahopacMath) and Margaret Fox (@mahopacfox), two amazing educators who just happen to be two of my favorite teachers from when I was a student in middle school. We discussed connecting with students, what it takes to continue to have a growth mindset even towards the end of your career, and of course, what I was like as a student.

In episode 74, I interviewed Sherry St. Clair (@Sherrystclair), educator, coach, speaker, and author of the book “Coaching Redefined: A Guide to Leading Meaningful Instructional Growth.” We discussed aspects of Coaching Redefined, instructional coaching, and how good leaders are also good coaches.

In episode 73, I interviewed Kelly Croy (@kellycroy), education administrator, speaker podcaster, and author of books such as “Along Came a Leader: A Personal & Professional Guide to Leadership.” We discussed aspects of no labels leadership, innovation in education, and student creativity.

In episode 72, I interviewed Matt Miller (@jmattmiller), an educator, speaker, podcaster, and author of “Ditch That Textbook” and “Ditch That Homework.” We discussed how to do distance learning with tech and without tech and Matt’s new book, “Tech Like a Pirate.”

In episode 71, I interviewed Tara Martin (@taramartinedu), an educator, speaker, podcaster, and Director of Public Relations and Communication for Dave Burgess Consulting. We discussed how to maintain an optimistic and growth mindset during school closures and how Tara’s acronym REAL can apply in almost any situation.