Unlocking Unlimited Potential Stories

Your story is so important to your journey. This show is a culmination of stories from people who are unlocking unlimited potential in all whom they serve. Together, we dive into the stories of others which serve as the foundation that drives these innovative thought leaders toward further success. ...

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June 1, 2026

"Care to Compete " with Hunter Price (E147)

In Episode 147, I sit down with Hunter Price, a former educator and high school basketball coach whose passion for relationships, leadership, and faith has inspired countless students, athletes, coaches, and educators. Hunter...

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May 18, 2026

"Breaking Cycles, Building Futures " with Justin Pickens (E146)

In Episode 126, Brandon Beck sits down with inspirational educator and speaker Justin Pickens to discuss his powerful journey through education, personal growth, and leadership. Justin shares how he began his career in educat...

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May 4, 2026

"The Craft of Clarity " with Casey Watts (E145)

In Episode 145 of the #UUPotential Stories Show, Brandon sits down with speaker and coach Casey Watts (@catchupwithcasey): “The Craft of Clarity" Casey—former educator, professor, and now speaker and coach—dives deep into som...

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April 19, 2026

"Cultivating Championship Culture " with John Woods (E144)

Leadership drives culture—and culture drives everything. In this episode, Dr. Brandon Beck sits down with John Woods, an incredibly passionate and award-winning Athletic Director at Libertyville High School in Illinois. His j...

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March 23, 2026

"From Diagnosis to Purpose" with Kristen Santos (E143)

Episode 143 of the #UUPotential Stories Show features an incredibly powerful and inspiring conversation with passionate physical education teacher, Kristen Santos (@yogainphysed). After receiving a breast cancer diagnosis, Kr...

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March 10, 2026

"Leaning In to Lift Others: The Hope Dealer" with Mark Brown (E142)

In this episode, Dr. Brandon Beck welcomes special guest Mark Brown (@heyMarkBrown) — high school principal, author, and speaker who serves as the principal of Newberg High School in Oregon . Mark shares his leadership journe...

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Feb. 23, 2026

"The Power of Observable Impact" with Cale Birk (E141)

#UUPotential Stories Show Episode 141 with Cale Birk: "The Power of Observable Impact" Episode 141 of the #UUPotential Stories Show features an inspiring and reflective conversation with Cale Birk (@BirkLearns) Cale is the au...

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Feb. 9, 2026

"The Athletic Mindset" with Casey Cittadino (E140)

#UUPotential Stories Show Episode 140 with Casey Cittadino: "The Athletic Mindset" In this episode, Brandon sits down with former professional lacrosse player Casey Cittadino. From being an unrecruited college athlete to comp...

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Jan. 26, 2026

"The Hidden Work" with Weston Kieschnick (E139)

Episode 139 – Weston Kieschnick – The Hidden Work What if the difference between top performers and underachievers has very little to do with talent, motivation, or luck and everything to do with the work no one sees? In epis...

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Jan. 12, 2026

"From One Moment to a Movement" with Cait Davis (E138)

One creative moment in a gym changed everything. What began as a simple classroom activity turned into a viral video that sparked a movement, connecting thousands of educators, coaches, and students around the country. At the...

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Jan. 5, 2026

"All In: Faith, Grit, and the Power of Belief " with Gian Paul Gonzalez (E137)

Episode 137 | Gian Paul Gonzalez – All In: Faith, Grit, and the Power of Belief What happens when faith meets action? In this powerful episode of the #UUPotential Stories Show , Dr. Brandon Beck sits down with Gian Paul Gonza...

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Dec. 9, 2025

"2025 NYSAHPERD Conference Mash Up" (E136)

In this special episode, we went live from the #NYSAHPERD (New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance) Conference in Verona, NY. Brandon takes you inside NYSAHPERD25 as he invites a group ...

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Oct. 5, 2025

"Leading with Heart and Technology" with Dr. Adeline Tatum (E135)

In this inspiring episode of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show , Dr. Brandon Beck sits down with Dr. Adeline Tatum , an Instructional Technologist and AVIT Training Coordinator at UCLA . Dr. Tatum shares her incr...

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Sept. 28, 2025

"Live It. Breathe It. Be It." with Jay Gross (E134)

In this inspiring episode of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show , Dr. Brandon Beck sits down with Jay Gross (@jgross811) , a 36-year veteran educator whose journey into teaching is anything but ordinary. Jay’s sto...

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Sept. 22, 2025

"Knit Back Together" with Barbara Gruener (E133)

In episode 133 of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show , Dr. Brandon Beck sits down with Barbara Gruener, a 40-year educator and award-winning children’s book author. Barbara’s journey began on a dairy farm in Wisco...

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Sept. 14, 2025

"The Recovering Educator" with Dr. Naomi Hall (E132)

In this inspiring episode of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show , Dr. Brandon Beck sits down with Dr. Naomi Hall (@therecoveringeducator). Naomi, an educational consultant with 18 years of experience as a teacher ...

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Aug. 24, 2025

"Deeper Learning NY25 Conference Mash Up" (E131)

In this special episode, we went live from the #DLNY25 (Deeper Learning NY) Conference in Kingston, NY (presented by Ulster BOCES) to capture the voices and stories of seven inspiring educators who are making a lasting impact...

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Aug. 11, 2025

"Be Someone’s Taco: Empathy, Purpose & Leadership" with Sam Demma (E130)

In this inspiring episode of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show , Dr. Brandon Beck sits down with Sam Demma (@sam_Demma) — international keynote speaker, best-selling author of Empty Your Backpack , and picture bo...

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July 7, 2025

"Clarity After Cancer: Jacki Mjoen’s Powerful Return to Teaching" (E129)

In episode 129 of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show , Dr. Brandon Beck is joined by Jacki Mjoen (@mjoenmiddle), a passionate educator, author, and brain cancer survivor, who shares her incredible story of resilie...

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June 30, 2025

"Bigger Than the Game: Supporting Athlete Mental Health " with Danielle Vallas (E128)

In this episode of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show, Dr. Brandon Beck is joined by Danielle Vallas (@dgwellnessconsulting), a licensed mental health counselor and former PE teacher, who shares her journey into t...

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June 22, 2025

With Charle Peck and Josh Stamper "The Language of Behavior" (E127)

On this episode of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show , Dr. Brandon Beck sits down with Charle Peck (@CharlePeck) and Joshua Stamper (@Joshua_Stamper) to discuss the work behind their book "The Language of Behavio...

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