Catching Up with Casey
A podcast dedicated to sharing the most impactful ways to align teams so they have shared values, are heading in the same direction, and experience fulfillment at work! On this show, we catch up on anything and everything that has to do with building cohesive, vision driven school teams that make su...
Recent Episodes
April 28, 2025
114. Lead with H.O.P.E.—Building a System of Self Efficacy with Brandi Kelly
Lead with H.O.P.E.—Building a System of Self Efficacy with Brandi Kelly "Self-efficacy isn’t a buzzword—it’s the foundation of sustainable leadership." In this episode, I’ll sit down with Superintendent, coach, and author Dr....
April 14, 2025
113: Why Consistency in Culture Matters with Michael Meechin
What you allow, model, and reinforce every day is your culture.In this episode, I’m catching up with school leadership expert and systems strategist Michael Meechin to explore how consistency builds the trust, clarity, and al...
April 2, 2025
112: The Conversation You’re Avoiding Is the One You Need Most with Zoë Beckham
Have you ever found yourself venting about someone on your team, only to realize... you’ve never actually talked to them about it? In this episode of The Catching Up with Casey Show, I’ll sit down with Zoë Beckham from Pivot ...
March 31, 2025
111. Beyond AI: The Skills That Make Us Uniquely Human with Michelle Ament
AI is transforming education, but the skills that make us uniquely human—problem-solving, creativity, emotional intelligence, and adaptability—are more important than ever. In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Ament , co...
March 28, 2025
Stop the "They Can't" Cycle: How to Get Ahead of Limiting Beliefs
Ever hear a team member say, “These students just can’t”? That mindset spreads fast—and it holds everyone back. In this solo episode, I’m breaking down how to stop the ‘They Can’t’ cycle before it takes root. I’ll share three...
March 17, 2025
109: Out of the Trenches: Resilience in Education with Dana Goodier
Ever felt stuck in the trenches of education? My guest, Dr. Dana Goodier, knows all about turning struggles into strength. As the author of Out of the Trenches: Stories of Resilient Educators and host of the Out of the Trench...
March 10, 2025
108. Put the Credit Card Down- Do This FIRST
Another shiny new program, another big promise. But will this one actually work?Before your district swipes the card on yet another curriculum, intervention, or fancy AI-powered tool, let’s pause for a second. In this episode...
March 5, 2025
107. Making Life More Sustainable with Rae Hughart
A team is only as strong as the people in it—and when teachers are running on empty, the whole system suffers. In this episode, I sit down with Rae Hughart , founder of Teachers Deserve It , to talk about real strategies for ...
March 4, 2025
106. The Data Trust Factor with Jessica Lane
Too often, data meetings feel like a numbers game—one that creates fear, skepticism, or even resistance among educators. But what if data wasn’t something to fear, but rather a tool to empower? In this episode, I’m sitting do...
Feb. 28, 2025
"Buy Our Stuff!"— And Other Lies Curriculum Companies Tell Us
Another day, another big-box curriculum company trying to sell schools more stuff —more products, more programs, more AI-driven interventions. But here’s the problem: More doesn’t mean better. In this short but spicy episode,...
Feb. 25, 2025
105. The Grit Factor with Julianne Lang
Leadership isn't just about strategy—it’s about character. In this episode, I’m sitting down with Julianne Lang , school leader at Lowcountry Leadership Charter School and author of Cup of Courage: The Key to Leading with Gra...
Feb. 20, 2025
104. Discover the Enemies of Efficacy with Jenni Donohoo & Glenn Forbes
What’s standing in the way of teacher efficacy in your school? In this episode, I’m joined by Jenni Donohoo and Glenn Forbes , authors of Collective Impact: Overcoming the Twelve Enemies of Teacher Efficacy , to explore the b...
Feb. 18, 2025
103. Establishing a Collaborative Response to Impact ALL Learners with Kurtis Hewson
One teacher alone can’t meet the vast and varied needs of every student—but what if they didn’t have to? In this episode, I’ll sit down with Kurtis Hewson , co-author of Collaborative Response: Three Foundational Components T...
Feb. 10, 2025
102. Elevating Educational Design with AI with Dr. Catlin Tucker
As AI continues to evolve, how can school leaders, instructional coaches, and teacher leaders leverage it to create clarity and drive change in education? In this episode, I’m joined by Catlin Tucker to explore her new book, ...
Feb. 4, 2025
101: Accessing Leadership for Aspiring Leaders with Dr. Alfreda Howard
Have you ever wondered what it takes to move from dreaming about leadership to stepping boldly into it? In this episode of the Catching Up with Casey , Dr. Alfreda Howard will join us to crack open the realities of accessing ...
Jan. 21, 2025
'Clear is Kind'- Or Is It? A Deeper Look at Clarity in Leadership
In this milestone 100th episode, I’m challenging the popular phrase, "Clear is kind." While there’s truth in it, too often it becomes an excuse for unnecessary harshness or stops short of the real work of leadership. Clarity ...
Jan. 14, 2025
99. Beating Burnout: Prioritizing Time to Maximize Results
In this episode, I’m reconnecting with Joey Sanchez , an assistant principal who brings a fresh perspective on navigating and avoiding educator burnout. Together, we’ll explore strategies for prioritizing time more effectivel...
Jan. 7, 2025
Behind the Pages of the Craft of Clarity
What does it take to move a team from chaos to alignment? In this episode, I’ll share the story behind The Craft of Clarity —how a single question from a curious aspiring leader sparked a framework now helping campuses and di...
Dec. 17, 2024
97. Creating Initiative Alignment: Lessons from School Turnaround Experts
Does your school feel weighed down by too many initiatives and competing priorities? In this episode, I’m joined by Becca Silver from The Whole Educator and Christi Roberts and Chad Ransom, Co-Founders of Compass Edvantage , ...
Dec. 10, 2024
Leading with Curiosity with Dr. Amy Mathews-Perez
What if the secret to stronger teams and relationships isn’t just better communication but better curiosity? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Amy Mathews-Perez to dive into the concept of "Leading with Curiosity." Drawing o...
Dec. 5, 2024
The Model Classroom Approach with Ashlee Boothe
Teacher shortages are threatening to undermine the quality of education for students across the nation. But what if the solution lies in creating model classrooms —spaces that set the standard for excellence and provide a blu...
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