Episodes
Aug. 3, 2024
Lead with HOPE Episode 20 with Bryan Pearlman
On today's show, I am honored to welcome Dr. Bryan Pearlman! Dr. Pearlman is a veteran educator/school administrator, a mental health therapist, PD leader, keynote speaker, and adjunct professor. His expertise is helping all ...
July 20, 2024
Lead with HOPE Podcast Episode 19 with Dr. Gabrielle Rodriguez
Dr. Gabrielle (Gabe) Rodriguez is in her 8th year as Superintendent of Schools. She has served in educational leadership for over 20 years as a consultant, mentor, coach, elementary teacher, director, central office administr...
July 6, 2024
Lead with HOPE Podcast Episode 18 with Cathleen Beachboard
Today, I want to welcome Cathleen Beachboard to the pod. Cathleen is an award-winning educator, best-selling author, and leading expert in fostering psychological hope. As a highly sought-after speaker on well-being and reten...
June 22, 2024
Lead with HOPE Podcast Episode 17 with Dr. Jason Williamson
Dr. Jason Williamson is the guest on the LWH Podcast today! He is serving in his 20th year in public education. Currently, he serves as an assistant principal at Northside High School in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He exemplifies ...
June 8, 2024
The Lead with HOPE Podcast Episode 15 with Sam Demma
Welcome to the Lead with HOPE Podcast. Our guest today is Sam Demma. He is a best-selling author and keynote speaker. He delivered two TEDx talks, co-founded PickWaste—an organization that mobilized volunteers to pick up over...
May 25, 2024
Lead with HOPE Podcast Episode 15 with Dennis Mathew
Denis Mathew is a speech language pathologist, author, musician, and all around amazing human being. In today's episode, we talk about the power of relationships. It is service to others that leads to ownership, accountabilit...
May 11, 2024
Lead with HOPE Episode 14 with Dr. Efrain Martinez
Efrain Martinez, EdD is a father, husband, school principal, and educational leadership podcaster. He's the host of Wisdom & Productivity Podcast. Dr. Martinez talks shares his story and talks about the habits that help him b...
April 27, 2024
Lead with HOPE Episode 13 with Charle Peck
My conversation with Charle Peck was AMAZING! She is doing powerful work empowering educators to lead with hope! This episode is a MUST listen!!
Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary pr...
April 13, 2024
Lead with HOPE Episode 12 with Alex T. Valencic
Alex T. Valencic is a fellow Teach Better Colleague! Tune in to hear our conversation about shared vision, systems, and the power of mentoring and professional learning! Alex will inspire you to invest in yourself through pro...
March 30, 2024
Lead with HOPE Episode 11 with Katie Kinder
Today, on the Lead with HOPE Podcast, it is my honor to introduce Katie Kinder. She is fun, engaging, and this episode is a must listen! I hope you enjoy it! Katie Kinder, author of Untold Teaching Truths and Hallway Leadersh...
March 16, 2024
Lead with HOPE Podcast Episode 10 with Jill Siler
Jill Siler is the guest on the Lead with HOPE Podcast this morning! We talk about being a female in the superintendency and leading with faith, hope, and love. Jill is an inspirational leader who is truly leading with hope! D...
March 2, 2024
Lead with HOPE Podcast Episode 9 with Zac Bauermaster
Zac Bauermaster is an educational leader and author passionate about people. Zac’s mission field is public education. One of his main tag lines is, “It’s all about people.” His leadership style exemplifies a people-first appr...
Feb. 17, 2024
Lead with HOPE Podcast Episode 8 with Morgan Kelly Roberts
This episode was a fun conversation between mother and daughter! Morgan Kelly Roberts is my daughter, but she is also a wife and mother. On this episode, Morgan and I talk about faith, family, and (of course) hope! We hope yo...
Feb. 3, 2024
Lead with HOPE Podcast Episode 7 with Jillian DuBois
Jill is a redesigned educator who has been in the elementary classroom for over 20 years. She is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Forward Edge/Edge•U. Jill is passionate about infusing joy in educational lead...
Jan. 20, 2024
Lead with HOPE Podcast Episode 6 with Joe Sanfelippo
Dr. Joe Sanfelippo is an educator, author and speaker. He inspires others to build intention, connection and direction in our schools. Joe is an inspiration, and you will not want to miss this episode! Dr. Joe Sanfelippo an e...
Jan. 20, 2024
Lead with HOPE Podcast Episode 6 with Joe Sanfelippo
Dr. Joe Sanfelippo is an educator, author and speaker. He inspires others to build intention, connection and direction in our schools. Joe is an inspiration, and you will not want to miss this episode! Dr. Joe Sanfelippo an e...
Jan. 6, 2024
Lead with HOPE Episode 5 with Dr. Tron Young
Welcome to the Lead with HOPE Podcast. I’m Brandi Kelly, a superintendent on a mission to lead with hope and to help my fellow educators do the same!! The Lead with HOPE podcast is a bi weekly podcast that will inspire and em...
Dec. 23, 2023
Lead with HOPE Episode 4 with Dan Wolfe
Dan Wolfe is our guest on today's episode of Lead with HOPE. Dan has served in a variety of educational roles in Florida for more than 25 years. He is currently an Assistant Principal at Sunray Elementary and was selected as...
Dec. 9, 2023
Lead with HOPE Episode 3 with Kip Shubert
Kip Shubert is a seasoned speaker, educator, school counselor, and coach with over three decades of experience. With his empowering style, Kip helps people with their struggles and turns them into strengths, their very own "S...
Nov. 25, 2023
Lead with HOPE Episode 2 with Dr. Darrin Peppard
Welcome to the Lead with Hope Podcast. This podcast is dedicated to educators who need a little hope and inspiration! Dr. Darrin Peppard is the guest on the Lead with HOPE podcast today. Darrin is a leadership coach, consulta...
Nov. 11, 2023
Lead with Hope Episode 1 with Adam Welcome
Welcome to the Lead with Hope Podcast. This podcast is dedicated to educators who need a little hope and inspiration! Today I will be talking to Adam Welcome about his story and how he leads with Hope! Adam Welcome is an edu...