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
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June 30, 2026
Lessons Learned
In today's episode we dive into 5 lessons taken away from this school year. If you enjoy this podcast be sure to checkout the Just a Reminder podcast.
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April 26, 2026
Keys To Finish the Year Strong
This episode dives into a few keys to finish your year strong. If you enjoy this episode be sure to checkout the Just A Reminder podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-a-reminder/id1778957745?i=1000762495192
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March 8, 2026
Small Wins, Energy, and the Culture You Create
This episode dives in to different things you can do to create a great school week. If you like this episode be sure to check out the Just A Reminder Podcast. The link is below. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-a-reminder/id1778957745
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Jan. 25, 2026
Just A Reminder
This episode is a culmination of episodes that I have recorded for the Just A Reminder Podcast. These episodes are meant to keep you in a positive head space as you navigate the school year. If you enjoy this episode be sure to check out the Just A Reminder podcast! Link to Just A Reminder Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-a-reminder/id1778957745?i=1000746153629
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Sept. 28, 2025
Connect, Discover, and Share with Antonio Cortez
In this episode my good friend Antonio Cortez takes over the podcast and interviews me. We dive into topics such as helping our students with positive personal growth, social skills, emotional regulation and so much more.
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June 29, 2025
Lessons Learned
In this episode I share a few lessons I was reminded of this school year.
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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 to tune into the X factor Level Up Your Mental Game Podcast every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-doubt-to-drive/id1778957745?i=1000704877120
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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’t need a title to lead. Inspired by the powerful lessons in Lead From Where You Are by Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, Brian unpacks 5 simple but powerful strategies to refuel your motivation, reconnect to your purpose, and lead with heart in these final weeks of school. From maximiz
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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 Your Mental Game: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/x-factor-level-up-your-mental-game/id1778957745
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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 this special day, Brian shares five impactful lessons every educator can apply in their daily lives. Discover the importance of celebrating others—not just during milestones, but every day. Reflect on the fleeting nature of time and the magic of being present in the “nows.” Lea
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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 every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. They are short and meant to give you a small thought to start your day with. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-x-factor-level-up-your-mental-game/id1778957745?i=1000677067356
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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 persevere through tough situations, and ways to develop a hustler mindset. Listen as she discusses embracing our uniqueness, becoming a great teacher by design, having an agenda for planning time, and so much more. Topics Covered: 1. Be your unique self because that is the best
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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 vulnerable, what it means to fear less, why we shouldn’t be afraid to ask for help from those around us, ways to amplimfy our SHINE and so much more. Connect with LaVonna: https://www.igniteyourshine.com/leadership/ Instagram: @igniteyourshinenow Facebook: Ignite Your Shine
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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.
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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!
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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 each child graduates from high school ready for college or a career. And in this conversation Dr. Morris dives into leadership lessons she has learned from her various experiences, she discusses the importance of building relationships, creating trust, and being authentic. We
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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.
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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 organizations, and she travels the globe sharing the impact of happiness and its connection to success. In this conversation listen as Kim talks about: 1. Giving yourself credit for what you accomplish. 2. Understanding real power lies when we move out of victim mode and into wa
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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.
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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 Podcast. In this conversation we dive into: Strategies to handle the daily stressors that come your way. The power of routines. Gratitude Practices Creating Moments of Connection And so much more! Connect with Kevin and Jason. Podcast: https://the2principalspodcast.podbea
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