Episodes

Stop the "They Can't" Cycle: How to Get Ahead of Limiting Beliefs
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...
109: Out of the Trenches: Resilience in Education with Dana Goodier
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...
108. Put the Credit Card Down- Do This FIRST
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...
107. Making Life More Sustainable with Rae Hughart
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 ...
106. The Data Trust Factor with Jessica Lane
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...
"Buy Our Stuff!"— And Other Lies Curriculum Companies Tell Us
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,...
105. The Grit Factor with Julianne Lang
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...
104. Discover the Enemies of Efficacy with Jenni Donohoo & Glenn Forbes
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...
103. Establishing a Collaborative Response to Impact ALL Learners with Kurtis Hewson
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...
102. Elevating Educational Design with AI with Dr. Catlin Tucker
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, ...
101: Accessing Leadership for Aspiring Leaders with Dr. Alfreda Howard
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 ...
'Clear is Kind'- Or Is It? A Deeper Look at Clarity in Leadership
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 ...
99. Beating Burnout: Prioritizing Time to Maximize Results
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...
Behind the Pages of the Craft of Clarity
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...
97. Creating Initiative Alignment: Lessons from School Turnaround Experts
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 , ...
Leading with Curiosity with Dr. Amy Mathews-Perez
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...
The Model Classroom Approach with Ashlee Boothe
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...
Intentional Instructional Moves with Sherry St. Clair
Nov. 26, 2024

Intentional Instructional Moves with Sherry St. Clair

Do your teachers feel overwhelmed by too many strategies and too little time? In this episode, I’m joined by Sherry St. Clair, author of Intentional Instructional Moves, to discuss her practical, research-backed approach to s...
93. Collaborative Lesson Planning for Inclusion Teachers with Hannah Lawler & Christy Bostic
Nov. 19, 2024

93. Collaborative Lesson Planning for Inclusion Teachers with Hannah Lawler & Christy Bostic

Are your teachers tackling lesson planning alone and wondering why it feels so overwhelming? In this “From the Field” episode, I’m joined by Hannah Lawler and Christy Bostic, Inclusion Teachers and Site Coordinators at Ocean ...
92. How Difficult Conversations Impact Culture with Todd Nesloney
Nov. 12, 2024

92. How Difficult Conversations Impact Culture with Todd Nesloney

When the stakes are high, so is the potential for growth. Join Todd Nesloney and me as we dig into the art of navigating difficult conversations and their powerful role in shaping a school’s culture. Todd shares his insights ...
[Coffee & Clarity] Why Teachers Ask for More "STUFF"
Nov. 2, 2024

[Coffee & Clarity] Why Teachers Ask for More "STUFF"

Are teachers (or leaders) continuously asking for more products, programs, or resources? Maybe you're hearing things like "I found this packet on TPT that our team could use..." "Can we get an app that helps students with ___...
91. A Success Coach's Secrets to Emotional Well-Being with Kayla Becker
Oct. 29, 2024

91. A Success Coach's Secrets to Emotional Well-Being with Kayla Becker

"Emotional well-being isn’t a luxury—it’s essential for showing up as your best self." In this episode, Kayla Becker, The Success Coach, shares powerful insights and practical strategies to help educators prioritize their emo...
[Coffee & Clarity] STOP Assigning Emotions! Do this instead!
Oct. 25, 2024

[Coffee & Clarity] STOP Assigning Emotions! Do this instead!

It's the first "Coffee & Clarity" session! In these sessions, I bring clarity around a topic in 20 minutes or less! In today's episode, I bring clarity around assigning emotions- what it means, why you should stop doing it, a...
90. Beyond the Buzzwords: Culture vs. Climate with Brandon Jones
Oct. 16, 2024

90. Beyond the Buzzwords: Culture vs. Climate with Brandon Jones

Are you building a lasting culture—or just managing the climate? In this episode, Brandon Jones of Driven by Vision, LLC, joins us to break down the difference between these often-confused concepts. Discover how culture shape...