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Episode 238: Leading with Clarity with Casey Watts 42:56

3d ago42:56

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In this episode, I sit down with Casey Watts—speaker, author, thought leader, and creator of the Clarity Cycle Framework. With over 20 years in education and a decade of coaching experience, Casey has helped countless leaders bridge gaps, foster commitment, and build sustainable alignment in their teams. We dig into the missing piece that derails s…

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Episode 237: Family, Faith, and Fist Bumps with Dr. Zac Bauermaster 30:42

10d ago30:42

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In this week’s episode of Leaning Into Leadership, I sit down with Dr. Zac Bauermaster, an elementary principal in Lancaster County, PA, whose fist-bump videos with students recently went viral — one reaching over 382 million views on Instagram. But behind the headlines is a leader who has learned through personal challenges, family priorities, and…

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Episode 236: Courage, Recovery, and Hope with Dr. Kacy Shahid & Dr. Kevin Lein 45:23

17d ago45:23

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In this episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard is joined by Dr. Kacy Shahid and Dr. Kevin Lein, members of NASSP’s Principal Recovery Network. They share their personal journeys through tragedy, the lessons they’ve learned, and the hope they bring to school leaders everywhere. Key Themes Leading through crisis and recovery The role of empathy, vulnerability, …

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Episode 235: Cutting Through the Buzzwords and Bringing Clarity to Leadership Language 33:53

21d ago33:53

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In this solo episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard dives into the leadership buzzwords we all hear — and probably use — without stopping to define. Words like collaboration, accountability, engagement, data-driven, and professional development can either sharpen our work or blur it entirely, depending on how leaders frame them. Darrin shares Webster’s defini…

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Episode 234: Second Mile Leadership with Dr. Jason Williamson 48:09

24d ago48:09

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Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with Dr. Jason Williamson—speaker, author, and creator of the Second Mile Mentality—to explore how leaders move beyond minimum expectations and build cultures where presence becomes proof. From a tiny Arkansas town to college athletics and the principal’s office, Jason’s journey shaped a practical framework for resilien…

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Closing The Gap (Between Where You Are & Where You Need To Be) 57:43

29d ago57:43

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Show notes? Nah. You don’t need ’em. Not for this episode. Enjoy! Randy Please tell a friend about the podcast! • Join our private Facebook group • Email me由Randy Cantrell

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Episode 233: Racing the Future with Brad Waid - AI, Industry 4.0, and Leadership 39:10

1M ago39:10

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In Episode 233 of the Leaning Into Leadership podcast, Dr. Darrin Peppard welcomes Brad Waid — award-winning Emerging Technology Leader, international keynote speaker, and global futurist. Brad shares insights from his forthcoming book Racing the Future: How Industry 4.0 Is Shaping the World of Work, Business, and Education. They explore the inters…

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Episode 232: Six Essential Elements of School Culture (and How Leaders Shape Them) 33:42

1M ago33:42

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In this solo episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Darrin Peppard dives into the heartbeat of every great school: its culture. Drawing from personal experiences as a principal and superintendent, as well as insights from his writing and coaching, Darrin unpacks six essential elements of school culture and how leaders can directly influence each o…

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Episode 231: Building Trust and Leading with Courage - A Conversation with Dr. Jen Schwanke 47:43

2M ago47:43

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This week on the Leaning Into Leadership podcast, I sit down with Dr. Jen Schwanke, a seasoned educator, author, and deputy superintendent with nearly three decades of experience. Together, we explore the history of public education and why times of societal unrest so often result in schools being placed under the spotlight. Dr. Schwanke shares ins…

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Not Knowing You’re In Trouble 27:16

2M ago27:16

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Today’s episode is about something we’ve all experienced, often without realizing it at the time: not knowing you’re in trouble. Not because you didn’t see the warning signs—but because you couldn’t, or maybe you wouldn’t. Pride, foolishness, selfishness—they can all blind us. And sometimes, the most dangerous trouble is the kind we don’t know we’r…

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Episode 230: Leading with Grace - Navigating Your Leadership Lifespan with Julia Bialeski 45:09

2M ago45:09

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What if your approach to leadership could be defined by just six words: Be brave, and care about people? Julia Bialeski has lived those words throughout her 20+ year career in public education, serving as a teacher, instructional specialist, assistant principal, elementary principal, and now Coordinator of Recruitment and Hiring for the Howard Coun…

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The Stories They’ll Never Know…Unless You Tell Them 14:18

2M ago14:18

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Your Story Is Their Inheritance Why documenting your life may be the most powerful gift you leave behind “When an old man dies, a library burns to the ground.” – African proverb We spend our lives accumulating experiences, lessons, values, and insights — but how much of it do we pass on? Not the stuff — the stories. The moments. The decisions. The …

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Episode 229: Start Strong, Stay Strong - 5 Intentional Leadership Moves for the Year 23:52

2M ago23:52

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The energy of a new school year is electric — but how do you make sure it lasts past the first bell in August? In this solo episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard shares five intentional leadership moves to keep your momentum alive from day one to the final bell. Drawing from his own experience as a principal, superintendent, and leadership coach, Darrin give…

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Episode 228: Strengthening PLCs with Clarity, Trust, and Purpose with Dr. Chad Dumas 42:33

2M ago42:33

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In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with Dr. Chad Dumas—PLC expert, consultant, and author of the new book The Teacher Team Leader Handbook. Together, they unpack what it takes to build highly effective PLCs in schools, with a strong focus on clarity, trust, and the role of teacher team leaders. 🔑 Topics covered…

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Overwhelmed, Overcommitted, and Out of Time 43:20

2M ago43:20

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Are you overwhelmed, overloaded, and constantly feeling behind? You’re not alone. Let’s explore the anxiety that comes from having too many responsibilities, too many projects, and too little clarity. Okay, more precisely, I’ll share with you my recurring sense of overwhelm in hopes it can help you with yours. Please tell a friend about the podcast…

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Episode 227: Leadership Starts with Clarity: A Joint Episode with Joshua Stamper 41:56

2M ago41:56

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In this special joint episode of Leaning Into Leadership and Aspire to Lead, Darrin Peppard and Joshua Stamper team up once again for their annual back-to-school leadership conversation. As educators and leaders gear up for a new year, Darrin and Joshua dive deep into: What clarity looks like at the start of the school year How new leaders can defi…

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Episode 226: Stressed Leaders Stay in the Game with Dan Stecken 43:30

2M ago43:30

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Too many school leaders wear burnout like a badge of honor. Dan Stecken was one of them—until he hit a wall. In this episode, Dan, the Superintendent of Seneca Township High School in Illinois, joins Darrin to share his powerful journey from overwhelmed and unhealthy to intentional and empowered. Dan opens up about the toll leadership took on his h…

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Trying To Fix A Dead Horse 29:08

3M ago29:08

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I know, I’ve been a dog on a bone with this. Some might say, “You’re beating a dead horse!” Maybe. And maybe that’s the method to my madness in the past few episodes. Do you know about the dead horse theory? It’s had a long-standing place in management lore. It goes like this, according to the Internet. The “Dead Horse Theory” is a satirical metaph…

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Episode 225: Creating High Performing Leadership Teams with the AWESOME Framework 24:00

3M ago24:00

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In this solo episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard shares the framework and mindset behind truly effective leadership teams. Drawing on his work from coast to coast, including a recent workshop at the Innovative Schools Summit in Nashville, Darrin explains why high-performing leadership teams don’t happen by accident—they’re built with clarity, trust, and pu…

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Episode 224: The Liminal Space with Dr. Chris Fuzie 31:48

3M ago31:48

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In Episode 224, Dr. Chris Fuzie joins Darrin for a fascinating conversation on behavior-based leadership and the concept of “liminal space”—the space where individuals lead and follow simultaneously. Drawing from his 28 years in law enforcement and extensive leadership consulting experience, Chris breaks down how leadership is not a position but a …

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Let Go To Grab Hold 41:36

3M ago41:36

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No notes today. No excuse. I’m just lazy today. Please tell a friend about the podcast! • Join our private Facebook group • Email me由Randy Cantrell

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Episode 223 NASSP POY Series Finale: Shauna Haney and the Power of Purposeful Leadership 38:11

3M ago38:11

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In episode 223, Darrin wraps up the special six-part NASSP Principal of the Year finalist series with an inspiring conversation with Shauna Haney, Principal of Ogden High School in Ogden, Utah. Shauna shares her journey from teacher and coach to school leader, and how her coaching background helped shape her leadership philosophy. We dig into the s…

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Episode 222: Culture, Systems, and the Power of Listening with Jeff Linden 39:20

3M ago39:20

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In this episode of the Leaning Into Leadership podcast, Darrin sits down with fellow high school principal and podcast host Jeff Linden, Principal of Hastings High School in Nebraska. With a shared passion for culture and leadership, Jeff and Darrin dive into what it really takes to build a thriving school environment—especially for those stepping …

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Episode 221: The Power of Belief - Miguel Salazar’s Journey to Transformative Leadership (NASSP MS POY finalist) 37:39

3M ago37:39

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In this powerful episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with Miguel Salazar, principal of Sundown Middle School and NASSP National Middle School Principal of the Year finalist. Miguel shares his deeply personal story—from growing up in poverty and facing multiple challenges as a youth to becoming a leader determined to give every student a chance at…

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Episode 220: Bridges, Belonging, and Buy-In with Joe LaTorre 38:49

3M ago38:49

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In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Darrin sits down with Joe LaTorre, a middle school English teacher, team coordinator, and founder of the Bridges program in Long Island, NY. Joe shares how looping, relationship-building, and culturally responsive practices help him build classroom communities rooted in trust and student empowerment. They…

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Episode 219: Leading with Intention and Heart: A Conversation with Terita Walker (NASSP HS POY Finalist) 34:54

3M ago34:54

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In this fourth installment of our special NASSP Principal of the Year series, Darrin sits down with Terita Walker, principal of Denver East High School and one of three finalists for NASSP’s 2025 National High School Principal of the Year award. Walker has transformed East into a school where inclusivity, student empowerment, and academic excellenc…

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Episode 218: What’s in Your Can? Leadership Lessons from Alaska with Sherilynn Boehlert (NASSP MS POY Finalist) 41:37

4M ago41:37

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In this third episode of our NASSP National Principal of the Year Finalist series, we head to Ketchikan, Alaska, where Sherilynn Boehlert serves as the principal of Schoenbar Middle School. Sheri shares her inspiring leadership journey—from growing up in a family of educators to leading a Blue Ribbon elementary school and now impacting lives at the…

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The Mental Load of Motherhood 26:02

4M ago26:02

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What if your everyday chaos was proof that you’re doing more than enough? In this episode, Amri Kibbler and Erika Hanafin share a funny, honest, and deeply relatable conversation about managing modern motherhood, co-parenting, and the little hacks they use to stay grounded amidst the chaos. From snackable workouts to navigating blended families, th…

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The Discipline To Improve & Be Better 54:45

4M ago54:45

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When we learn that our behavior and choices belong entirely to us and are independent of what others do, it’s the road less traveled to becoming a better person. Rare are the people who have made up their minds to behave like that, likely because it demands a willingness to suffer wrong and move on to do what’s right. No matter what. Self-disciplin…

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Episode 217: Trust Based Observations with Craig Randall 42:36

4M ago42:36

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Episode Summary: Teacher evaluation has long been a source of frustration—for both educators and administrators. In this episode of the Leaning Into Leadership podcast, I sit down with Craig Randall, the developer and author of Trust-Based Observations, to reimagine what teacher observation can and should look like. Craig shares how shifting the fo…

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Episode 216: Culture, Collaboration, and Buffalo Chicken Dip: A Conversation with Tony Cattani (NASSP HS POY Finalist) 39:39

4M ago39:39

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In this inspiring episode of Leaning Into Leadership, we continue our NASSP National Principal of the Year series with Tony Cattani, a finalist for the 2025–2026 National High School Principal of the Year. For 18 years, Tony has led Lenape High School in Medford, NJ, where he's created a thriving school culture grounded in trust, reflection, and in…

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Episode 215: So What, Now What – A Conversation with Dr. Damon Lewis (NASSP MS POY Finalist) 59:02

4M ago59:02

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In this powerful kickoff to our NASSP Principal of the Year finalist series, Dr. Damon Lewis of Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy in Norwalk, CT shares his incredible leadership journey—from paraeducator to transformational middle school principal. Under his leadership, chronic absenteeism dropped from 31% to 8%, equity-driven initiatives expanded access t…

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Redefining Success: Hilary Phelps on Healing, Sobriety & Showing Up Fully 25:32

4M ago25:32

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What does it mean to truly accept yourself in motherhood, in recovery, and in the messy middle of everyday life? Hilary Phelps, advocate, speaker, and wellness coach, joins the show to talk about the long road to self-acceptance, her 17-year journey through sobriety, and the emotional work it takes to be present as a mother. From her days as a reco…

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Episode 214: The Science of Kindness with Dr. Chris Culver 37:59

4M ago37:59

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In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Chris Culver brings the energy, insight, and authenticity that’s made him a rising national voice in school leadership and culture. A former principal and cabinet-level administrator, Chris now leads Orange Sparrow, a consulting practice built on the Science of Kindness and a deep understanding of gen…

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Why Being a ‘Good Enough’ Mom Is More Than Enough – with Tara Clark 25:16

4M ago25:16

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What does it take to find balance and authenticity while navigating the ups and downs of modern motherhood? Tara Clark, founder of Modern Mom Probs, speaker, podcaster, and advocate for maternal mental health, shares her honest journey through infertility, toddler tantrums, and the challenges of raising a tween. From building a supportive community…

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Episode 213: Culture Starts with Who You Hire: Insights from Todd Nesloney 47:32

4M ago47:32

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In this episode, Darrin sits down with longtime education leader and author Todd Nesloney for a powerful conversation on leadership, culture, and hiring. Todd shares his journey from instructional aide to principal, and now as the Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership for TEPSA. They discuss actionable insights into how schools can improve h…

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It’s Hard When You Don’t See Results Right Away 46:40

4M ago46:40

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A few weeks ago, Megan Moroney was on The Bobby Bones Show. She’s an emerging country music star touring with Kenny Chesney. I only know that because I’ve seen snippets of their shows on social media. Not knowing who she is or anything about her, I trolled through a short clip of Bobby Bones’s interview with her. During the interview, Bobby asked h…

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Episode 212: Strategic Planning with Dr. Frederick Buskey 1:04:13

4M ago1:04:13

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In this special joint episode of Leaning Into Leadership and The Assistant Principal Podcast, Dr. Darrin Peppard teams up with Dr. Frederick Buskey to explore how school leaders can take a more strategic, sustainable approach to planning for the year ahead. Together, they walk through a four-phase leadership cycle — Prepare, Perform, Refine, and Re…

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Finding Purpose in the Midst of Setbacks with Nicole Young 29:36

4M ago29:36

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What does it take to survive and thrive in life’s most chaotic moments? Nicole Young, broadcaster, writer, entrepreneur, and CEO of Frisky Whiskey, knows firsthand the challenges of navigating entrepreneurship and motherhood. As the first Black woman to own a flavored whiskey brand, Nicole shares her journey of breaking barriers, building resilienc…

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Episode 211: Cracking the Code on Educator Retention with Nate Eklund 50:44

4M ago50:44

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What if the real cause of educator burnout isn’t a lack of resilience or self-care—but the workplace itself? In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Darrin is joined by longtime friend and national thought leader Nathan Eklund, founder of Vital Network, to explore how schools can reimagine themselves as vibrant, sustainable workplaces for e…

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How Building Confidence Transformed My Career with Divya Gugnani 29:28

4M ago29:28

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What if reinvention wasn’t a one-time event, but a constant rhythm of your life? Divya Gugnani, serial entrepreneur, investor, and mom of three, shares how embracing change in business,and motherhood, has shaped every chapter of her journey. From launching beauty and fragrance brands to mentoring the next generation of founders, Divya opens up abou…

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Episode 210: Schools That Give an F: Clarity, Culture, and Contribution with Rob MacLeod 47:18

5M ago47:18

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Episode 210 – Schools That Give an F: Clarity, Culture, and Contribution with Rob McLeod In this episode, Darrin is joined by international educator and podcast host Rob McLeod to explore a critical leadership conversation: school alignment. Drawing from his own career across three countries and multiple school systems, Rob shares how he rediscover…

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Experience Changes Our Mind 42:32

5M ago42:32

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Thanks for watching. If you choose to listen, thanks for that, too. Other than that, I’ve got nothing. The show speaks for itself. But here are the links I mentioned (and promised to share): LetTheBibleSpeak.tv https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/a-champion-bull-rider-who-loves-to-cut-hair/ Please tell a friend about the podcast! • Join our priv…

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Episode 209: Strategic PD Planning with Chad Ostrowski 55:27

5M ago55:27

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In this special midweek crossover episode with the Teach Better Podcast, Darrin sits down with Teach Better CEO and Co-founder Chad Ostrowski to dive deep into one of the most important leadership tasks schools face: planning professional development that actually moves the needle. Darrin and Chad unpack the mistakes too many schools make—like trea…

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What Does 'Leaning Into Being' Mean to Us? 16:14

5M ago16:14

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What if the hardest seasons in life became the doorway to showing up fully as yourself? In this episode, Amri Kibbler and Erika Hanafin, share a deeply personal conversation about the challenges and growth that come with navigating life’s toughest moments as mothers and entrepreneurs. From cancer diagnoses to divorce, co-parenting, and the constant…

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Episode 208: Helping Teens Make Better Choices with Kevin Mecchella 38:41

5M ago38:41

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What if your biggest mistakes became the very stories that helped others succeed? In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with Kevin Mecchella — former class clown turned classical musician, educator, and nationally recognized student speaker — to talk about the power of decision-making and how schools can equip stu…

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How Postpartum Depression Reshaped Me with Lauren Walsh 32:06

5M ago32:06

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What if the hardest season of your life became the catalyst for discovering who you truly are? Lauren Walsh, a leading brand builder in sports and entertainment, shares a powerful story of personal transformation shaped by motherhood, mental health struggles, and finding her voice. From leading major campaigns to surviving postpartum depression and…

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Episode 207: Elevating School Leadership: A Conversation with NASSP CEO Ronn Nozoe 39:54

5M ago39:54

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In this inspiring episode, Darrin sits down with Ronn Nozoe, lifelong educator and Chief Executive Officer of NASSP (National Association of Secondary School Principals). Together, they explore the current landscape of school leadership, the importance of supporting new leaders, and how educators can take ownership of their professional growth. Ron…

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Irons, But Not Too Many In The Fire 33:01

5M ago33:01

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I apologize for being absent lately. Let me explain. Please tell a friend about the podcast! • Join our private Facebook group • Email me由Randy Cantrell

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Breaking Guilt and Creating a Life You Love with Bethany Braun-Silva 27:20

5M ago27:20

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What if embracing community and breaking the rules could transform your life? Bethany Braun-Silva, an on-air parenting expert and author of Like a Mother: Banish Guilt, Blaze Your Trail, and Break the Rules to Create a Life You Love, shares her powerful journey of balancing career, motherhood, and self-care. From launching her journalism career to …

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