Leader of Learning Podcast episode 127: Building a Culture of Trust and Growth with Todd Nesloney
In episode 127 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews Todd Nesloney (@techninjatodd), a former teacher and principal, current Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA), and co-author of several books, including the very popular Kids Deserve It and When Kids Lead. In the episode, Todd discusses what the transition was like going straight from a classroom teacher to a principal, how to lead change and turnaround efforts, how to build trust among the staff, and how important it is to be vulnerable as a leader.
Leader of Learning Podcast episode 106: Service and Transformational Leadership with Brad Hughes
Episode 106 features Brad Hughes (@brad_hughes), an elementary school principal in Ontario, Canada with 25 years’ experience in education and host of the Good News, Brad News Podcast. During the episode, we discussed how educators can practice service leadership, using humor and other tools to help transform schools and their cultures, and how leadership can be a reciprocal process, where the leader grows just as much or more than those they serve.
Leader of Learning Podcast episode 103: Combining Lifelong Learning and Leadership with Sari Goldburg-McKeown
Episode 103 features Sari Goldberg-McKeown (@sgteach_sari), a virtual principal and doctoral student from Long Island, New York. During the episode, we discussed leading a virtual-only school during the pandemic, pursuing a doctorate as part of the lifelong learning journey, and harnessing empathy, connections, and relationships to build a great school culture.
Leader of Learning Podcast episode 102: Lead Like an Orchestra Conductor with Jeff Bradbury
Episode 102 features Jeff Bradbury (@TeacherCast), a Districtwide Instructional Coach for Digital Learning, Creator of the TeacherCast brand and podcast network, and renowned speaker and branding expert. During the episode, we discussed leading digital instructional shifts during the pandemic and in the future, how leading can be like being an orchestra conductor, and content creation and branding in the field of education.
Leader of Learning Podcast episode 101: Educator Wellness: The 3 B’s with Evan Whitehead
Episode 101 features Evan Whitehead (@evanwhitehead00), Director of Special Services for a PK–8 school district in Illinois. During the episode, we discussed addressing mental health in educators and students, handling the current difficult political and societal contexts, and his 3 B’s for wellness – Balance, Boundaries, and Breaks.
Leader of Learning Podcast episode 98: Only YOU Get to Define YOU with Lindsay Titus
Episode 98 features Lindsay Titus (@ltitus828), a board certified behavior analyst, creator of Define YOUniversity, and author of the recently published Define YOU 30-Day Journal. During the episode, we discussed Lindsay’s unique work as a behavior specialist, the role trust plays in leadership and relationship building, and the importance of journaling.
Leader of Learning Podcast episode 97: Culture Building through Communication and Collaboration with Maria Monronti-Currais
Episode 97 features Maria Montroni-Currais (@MrsMCEDU), Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction for a PreK-8 school district in New Jersey and a popular education blogger. During the episode, we discussed how to build and maintain a positive climate and culture, the value of clear communication and building trust with others, as well as collaborating with other leaders.
Leader of Learning Podcast episode 90: Is There a Place for Branding in Education? with Ken Shelton
Show Notes: Episode 90 features Ken Shelton (@k_shelton), educator, speaker, podcaster, and technology and equity advocate. During the episode, we discussed our thoughts on leadership, whether or not branding has a place in education, and how to stay true to yourself and your why as a content creator and education influencer. [Tweet “Check out episode […]
Leader Of Learning Podcast episode 84: Connecting with Students Through Empathy with Kurt Bascom
In episode 84, I interview Kurt Bascom (@kbasc118), a middle school social studies teacher and varsity football coach in the Bronx, New York. During the episode, we discussed the importance empathy plays in connecting with students, student engagement through storytelling, using technology, and maintaining a growth mindset when teaching over time despite the challenges.