Episodes
June 24, 2024
Ep. 39 Part 1 Blueprint To Breakthrough - Who Am I Really?
The first part of your Blueprint To Breakthrough is being able to answer the question, Who Am I Really? To do that we have to uncover your real core values and beliefs. Listen in to find out how to do exactly that.
June 13, 2024
Unbecoming - Getting Back to YOU!
So many of us have put on layer upon layer, mask upon mask, to be who we thought we needed to be. But how do we unbecome and find who we were created to be in the first place.
Aug. 22, 2023
Ep. #37 with Superintendent and High School Principal Casey Hallgarth
Hear how one simple phrase from his PE teacher inspired Casey Hallgrath to overcome the trauma of his youth, begin to see the best things that could happen, and finally become an educator in a rural district with big dreams. You won't want to miss th...
Aug. 20, 2023
Ep. #36 with Superintendent Dr. Brandi Kelly
Dr. Brandi Kelly believes that relationships are incredibly important to the learning process. In this episode she shares how the trauma she experienced as a teenager propelled her to never lose sight of HOPE and how that hope empowers her to bring h...
July 11, 2023
Ep. #35 with Jeff Kubiak
Jeff Kubiak was on track to become a member of the US Olympic Swim Team. His downward spiral began when he did not make the team. Excessive agitation and anger became all consuming in his life and alcoholism would become his fate. Jeff, a 25 year edu...
June 28, 2023
Ep. #34 with Ken Zachary
Your attitude is everything. In this episode, former college, NFL, CFL football player, and member of the world renowned POWER TEAM, Ken Zachary shares his powerful story of struggle to strength and how life taught him to attack each day with one imp...
June 20, 2023
Ep. #33 with Lindsay Titus and Define YOUniversity
Educator's are finding themselves in an identity crisis. A behavior and mindset coach, Lindsay Titus has devoted herself to helping others find out, who they really are. In this episode Lindsay dives into some simple tools in defining who we are and ...
June 12, 2023
Ep. #32 Struggle To Strength
Personally and professionally we all face struggles. Some seem like ones that we will never overcome. But it is in those struggles we can find our strength. In this episode we discuss just how our adversity becomes our advantages as educators and as ...
April 26, 2023
Ep. #31 Breaking Through The Burn Out Cycle
There is no doubt that many of us are feeling tired, exhausted, disheartened, and burnt out. Those feelings are real, yet, how do we break through and move forward. Listen in to find the answer and encouragement for breaking through the burn out cycl...
April 11, 2023
Ep. #30 Steve Woolf and Wild Heart Teacher
Join us for an inspiring episode of our podcast, as we sit down with the incredible Steve Woolf, an award-winning educator who has devoted his life to seeing, hearing, and loving staffulty and students. Steve has won just about every award education ...
April 4, 2023
Ep. #29 The Power of a Pencil with Guest Josh Tovar
Sometimes it the littlest of gestures that can change the life of one of our staff or students. In this episode, Josh Tovar, Principal at Memorial Pathway Academy in Garland, TX, sits down with me as we share moments of adversity that have empowered ...
March 21, 2023
Ep. #28 When You Can’t See The Light At The End Of The Tunnel
Join me in celebrating a major milestone - 9 years of sobriety! Through my battle and recovery from alcoholism, I've discovered that even in the darkest moments, there are opportunities for growth and self-discovery. In fact, it was during those tim...
March 14, 2023
Ep. #27 Failing Forward with OKC Public Schools AD Eddie Wright
In this episode Eddie Wright, the Athletic Director for Oklahoma City Public Schools, shares how he never loses. He either wins or learns. Eddie understands what it is like to grow up without all the advantages many have. His mother and grandmother m...
March 8, 2023
Ep. #26 Mark Goodson and The Miracle of the Mundane
From the glitz and glam of Hollywood to a 28 day stay in a rehab facility, Mark Goodson was led to his true calling, teaching. Listen in to hear him describe how he continues to find joy as an educator through the miracle of the mundane.
Feb. 25, 2023
Ep. #25 Leaving A Legacy with Jamie Brown
In this episode Jamie Brown shares his passion and vision around leadership and how he empowers student voice to leave a legacy. Check out Jamie Brown and Accept University.
Feb. 21, 2023
Ep. #24 Just A Teacher
In this episode I share how as educators, we are way more than, "just a teacher"!
Jan. 6, 2023
BRAVE
We are not immune to fear but we can work through it. It becomes what propels us to great things. This episode provides some tips on how to do just that, to just be BRAVE.
Dec. 24, 2022
A Story of Resilience with Steve Scott
An educator's story on learning resilience through the athletics and how they have taught that same trait in their classrooms.
Dec. 22, 2022
When A Student Dies
Relationships and the little things are what really matters. Why does it take a tragedy or a holiday to really see that. Why can't we see, hear, and love one another 365 days a year?
Nov. 21, 2022
Ep. #20 If You Really Knew Me
One of the best relationship building activities that can be used in the classroom, locker room, and with staff. If you want to begin to cultivate real authentic relationships then listen in and try this amazing and emotional activity.
Nov. 5, 2022
Ep. #19 It’s Time We Change Our Perspective
Since 2020 the world has changed, education has changed, and as educators we all may need to step back and take a look at our profession. I believe, It's time we change our perspective.
Aug. 8, 2022
5 Points To Prevent Burnout
As we start a new school year, most of us, are fired up to make a difference. But education is tough and it is easy to feel overwhelmed and burnt out. This episode gives 5 key points to use to have a great burn out defense. Need your fire lit or want...
July 21, 2022
Becoming The Change with Dan Wolfe
Dan experienced a tremendous tragedy at age 17. In this episode he shares how that ignited a passion in him that led to Becoming The Change and his desire to lead with a servant mindset. Dan also shares his insight into the importance behind social e...
July 13, 2022
Everyone Needs A Coach with Dr. Darrin Peppard
Having a coach brings clarity and intentionality for us as we get on the road to awesome. How can having a coach change your entire life? Listen to hear Dr. Darrin Peppard's story.