Teaching Champions
The Teaching Champions Podcast is dedicated to inspiring and bringing joy to educators who are serving others each and every day.
Recent Episodes
April 27, 2025
Self Talk, Failure, and Trust
In this episode of the Teaching Champions Podcast we explore three areas that are critical to the success of the students in your classroom and critical to creating a strong school culture. If you liked this episode be sure t...
April 6, 2025
Small Moments, Big Impact: 5 Ways to Reboot Your Motivation
As the school year hits the final stretch, it’s easy to feel tired, overwhelmed, and like your to-do list is never-ending. In this episode, Brian shares a heartfelt reminder that you matter — right where you are — and you don...
March 2, 2025
Obstacles, Leadership, and Surrounding Yourself With Good People
On this episode of the Teaching Champions Podcast we dive in to a few topics that are extremely important to your personal well being and how you approach the school day. Be sure to checkout my other podcast X factor Level Up...
Dec. 30, 2024
Celebration, Reflection, and the Legacy We Leave in Education
In this heartwarming and reflective episode of the Teaching Champions Podcast , host Brian Martin takes you inside a powerful moment of celebration at his school: the retirement of a beloved colleague. Through the lens of thi...
Nov. 17, 2024
3 Ways to Keep a Positive Mindset
In this episode we dive into three strategies that you can use to maintain a positive mindset throughout the school year. Be sure to check out my newest podcast: The X Factor: Level Up Your Mental Game. The episodes come out ...
June 23, 2024
Be Bold, Be Brave, and Be You with Natalie Poli
Today I’m joined by Natalie Poli. She’s an elementary principal, an author, a former instructional coach, and so much more. And in this conversation listen as Natalie discusses about not taking no for an answer, how to persev...
June 10, 2024
Building Confidence, Creating Leaders, and Ignite Your S.H.I.N.E. with LaVonna Roth
Today I’m joined by LaVonna Roth – she is a former educator, an author, speaker, consultant, and founder of IGNITE your SHINE. And in this episode listen as LaVonna talks about ways to create confidence, the power of being vu...
June 3, 2024
Fuel Your Optimism
This week on the podcast we dive into three strategies that we can use to stay positive and be more optimistic.
May 24, 2024
3 Things to Try This Week
This episode I dive into three lessons I learned from others this week. These reminders challenge me to be a little better this week and hopefully will do the same for you!
May 19, 2024
Leadership, Relationships, and Looking Toward the Future of Education with Dr. Genelle Morris
In this conversation I’m joined by Dr. Genelle Morris. Dr. Morris has over 30 years in education and is currently serving the role as superintendent. She is passionate about education and has dedicated her life to ensuring e...
May 10, 2024
Finish the Year Strong
As the end of the school year is rapidly approaching do you find yourself in a positive headspace? In this episode we share a strategy you can use to keep yourself in a positive headspace and finish the year on a high note.
May 5, 2024
Teach Happy with Kim Stroebel
Are you feeling stress, anxiety, burnout, or frustration? If you are this is the episode for you! Today we are joined by Kim Stroebel. She is an internationally known motivational speaker for schools, businesses, and organiza...
April 21, 2024
Lessons Learned From NCAA Champions
The thrill of March Madness brings so many unforgettable moments. Within those moments there are so many amazing lessons for us to learn from. This episodes dives into a few lessons provided during a special time of the year.
April 7, 2024
Managing Physical and Mental Health, Stress Management, and Work-Life Wellness with Kevin Jost and Jason Paurus
If you ever feel tired, stressed out, or worn down from the work week then this episode is for you. This week we are joined by Kevin Jost and Jason Paurus. They are two experienced educators and hosts of the 2Principals Podc...
April 1, 2024
Assessments, Grading, and Being Clear About What Matters with Dr. Chad Lang
In this episode Dr. Chad Lang takes a deep dive into assessments, grading practices, and being clear about what matters. Dr. Lang will challenge you to think about your own grading practices and how you communicate with paren...
March 24, 2024
Creating EFFECT, Curiosity, and Be the Cause with Josh Korb
In this episode we are joined by Josh Korb. He is a dynamic and multifaceted educator who passionately strives to revolutionize the world of education. Josh is currently a director of technology and innovation. He is also an ...
March 17, 2024
Creating Learning Spaces, Risk Taking, and the 3B's with Evan Whitehead
Creating learning spaces, fostering a school atmosphere that encourages risk taking, and living with Balance, Boundary, and Breaks. These are just. a few of the topics that we dive into in this conversation. Today I'm joined ...
March 10, 2024
Two Things That Will Change Your Day
In this episode we dive into two things that can have a profound effect on your life inside the classroom as well as your personal life.
March 3, 2024
Reflection, Self Awareness, and Setting Intentions for the Week
In this episode I take a look back and reflect on some of the gems that past guests have shared and how they will influence the week ahead.
Feb. 28, 2024
Legacy of Learning Book Study: Creating Moments, Wholeheartedness, and Creating a Legacy
In this special book study episode we are diving into the first few chapters of a Legacy of Learning by Meghan Lawson. We dive into: Creating memorable moments. Savoring Walks. Strategies for capturing moments. Wholeheartedne...
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