Episodes

Welcome to a deeply insightful episode with the remarkable teacher and author, Annick Rauch. Join us as we explore the themes of work-life balance, mental health, and nurturing a healthy lifestyle, all inspired by Annick's ne...

In this thought-provoking Aspire to Lead episode, Joshua Stamper had the privilege of sitting down with the incredible Rita Wirtz. Rita shared her wealth of knowledge and experience in education, focusing on three critical th...

Join us for an incredibly heartwarming episode as we dive into the world of seasons, emotions, and authentic leadership with the remarkable Todd Nesloney. We're exploring his touching book, "IN THIS SEASON: WORDS FOR THE HEAR...

In this insightful episode of "Aspire to Lead," your host, Joshua Stamper, engages in a dynamic conversation with the energetic Katie Kinder, an expert in teaching. Together, they delve into the world of new teachers, their u...

In this enlightening episode of "Aspire to Lead," your host, Joshua Stamper, welcomes Mitch Weathers, an esteemed expert in education and the author of the groundbreaking book, "Executive Functions in Every Classroom." Mitch'...

I am thrilled to have the accomplished Sarah Johnson as this week's Aspire to Lead guest, a renowned expert in leadership and personal growth. Together, we delve into the distinct roles these three pillars play in advancing y...

In this 29th Aspire Mailbag episode, Jeff Gargas and I answer questions on different leadership topics provided by the listeners. In this episode of "Aspire Mailbag," join us for an insightful discussion on crucial topics in ...

I am absolutely delighted to introduce a remarkable individual whom I've had the privilege of mentoring for an incredible three-year journey. Witnessing his growth and evolution as a leader has been truly inspiring, and I cou...

In our recent enlightening discussion, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Andrea Bitner to delve into the vital topic of supporting English Language Learners (ELLs) in our schools. Andrea, a distinguished educator and au...

In this compelling episode of "Aspire to Lead," we have the privilege of hosting the esteemed Dr. Joy Karavedas. Join us as we embark on a journey from striving to thriving, exploring the transformational power of resilience,...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of "Aspire to Lead," the podcast where we explore the multifaceted world of leadership from every angle. In this episode, the dynamic educator and author, Jed Dearybury, jumps into the tra...

In this captivating episode of Aspire to Lead , Sarah Thomas dives into the transformative world of education and how Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) is changing the landscape of instructional strategies. Episode Highlights: T...

Welcome to Aspire to Lead, the podcast dedicated to exploring innovative pathways in education and personal growth. This week, I’m honored to have Nicholas Mann, a trailblazer in enhancing student and teacher wellbeing and fo...

Tune in to this enlightening bonus episode of "Aspire to Lead," where Darrin Peppard and Joshua Stamper team up to provide invaluable insights and guidance to new leaders. If you're navigating the path of leadership or seekin...

Join us as we delve deep into the transformative power of instilling a growth mindset in both educators and students. Brian Martin, a recognized expert in education, lends his expertise to illuminate how fostering a growth mi...

In this remarkable episode, we are honored to welcome Steve Mesler, an Olympic gold medalist and the visionary mind behind Classroom Champions. Tune in as Steve delves into the essential skills that pave the path to successfu...

Welcome to this week's inspiring episode of "Aspire to Lead," as we sit down with this week’s special guest, the esteemed Jillian DuBois. In this compelling conversation, Jillian opens up about powerful strategies to effectiv...

Welcome to this week's dynamic episode of "Aspire to Lead" with the CEO and founder of Organized Binder, Mitch Weathers. In this compelling installment, Mitch delves into the vital topic of executive functioning skills and th...

Welcome to this week's enlightening episode of "Aspire to Lead" with Lainie Rowell. Join us as Lainie shares the transformative power of journaling and her motivation to create a useful journal for educators. In this captivat...

Welcome to this week's empowering episode of "Aspire to Lead" with Dan Wolfe. Join us as Dan shares his insightful journey of using the five Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) components to navigate a crucial decision in his...

In this week’s Aspire to lead episode, Bradley James Davies shares how a panic attack and a near death experience enlightened him on how he was dealing with stress and mental health. Join us as we discuss the lessons learned ...

In this week’s Aspire to lead episode, Amber Calderon shares about the importance of recovering emotionally over the summer and establishing health work boundaries to protect our emotional wellbeing. In this episode, we discu...

In this new BONUS episode, we learn from Michael and Sam’s failure in expecting staff and students to be able to use technology well beyond their current ability. I also share 3 strategies on Building Capacity vs Enabling Sta...

In this week’s Aspire to lead episode, Ryan Steuer shares how, as a teacher, he struggled to connect real world concepts to his curriculum and how Project Based Learning (PBL) transformed his classroom and engaged his student...