Nothing is Neutral

Troy Black is the Head Football Coach for the Wichita Collegiate Spartans. He's also a long time Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, who's spent his life impacting athletes at the high school level. His focus on relationships, and success developing kids shows up on and off the field...and recently acknowledged by his peers when he was selected to be Head Coach for the 2022 Kansas Shrine Bowl. Coach Black is one of the best at what he does, and I'm sure this conversation will leave listeners wanting more. Find him on Twitter @troyedwardblack.

Today, Mark and I talk with the winningest coach in Butler CC Women's Basketball history. He shares the meaning of coaching, discusses getting out of our own way while dealing with mental demons, the value of those around us, and the impact of key people in his life. Just listening to his conviction to his craft should make you want to lace em up and play for him!

Join us for an in-depth conversation with educator and motivational speaker Jonathan Grant Brown. In this episode, he shares his personal trajectory, from humble beginnings to a glowing future. Jonathan believes that building relationships accelerates learning and student self-advocacy. He believes in the value of Interruption to redirect the misguided. Listen in for his take on academic rigor, potential, and relationships. Strap on your headphones and prepare to be inspired.

Mark and I ponder the magnitude of small.  We reference a lot, and will have links to our resources in the show notes. Enjoy!

Gary Gackstatter, accomplished creative, opens up about his inspiration and process. In this episode, you'll hear Gary's perspective on how creativity is in all of us...you'll also be treated to three phases of his musical career: band compositions, folk music, and his symphonic work. Listen for his perspective on artistic endeavors, today's band programs, and ancient Native American cultures. Stick with us for the entire episode, for we close with his powerful symphony, Chaco, A Journey of the Spirit.

Aaron Slemp delves into deep data, behavioral science, meaningful learning, and how to resist Jalapeno Cheddar Hot Dogs in this very special edition of the show. Pick up on Aaron's practice of learning, how he works hard to remember the things he knows. Listen for how he hones his physique and his intellect and how he manages his time, diet and attention with intention.

Author and educator Flower Darby discusses her book, where we are headed in education, and much more.  Find her at www.flowerdarby.com and follow her on Twitter @flowerdarby.  Be ready to take notes on this one!

Trying is the topic of the day. What happened to the ability to persist? We discuss this and more.

Romance novelist Kandi Steiner shares with us the importance of her connection with her readers and their influence on her writing, as well as wisdom we can all learn from.

Forty year educator Robert Carlson is a National Teaching Excellence Award winner who shares lessons he's learned on the value of relationships, as well as how to help others reach their goals.

Brandon Clark is a high school football coach who has taken a winless program he inherited to winning five state titles in the past seven years. He talks about his career path, the turning point that fueled recent success, and how he is leveraging his coaching philosophy to impact people on a broader scale.

Artist and filmmaker Micah Streeter has had four films accepted into six different film festivals, and he's only 19! Listen to his story and how he uses film to help others.

Brynn Minor, a highly decorated collegiate softball player joins the podcast today. She is a former NJCAA National Player of the Year, National Student Athlete of the Year and two time NJCAA D1 National Champion. Her success on the field is a reflection of her drive to achieve excellence in all areas of her life. She is leveraging these experiences to prepare for a career of service. You can find her on Twitter @BrynnMinor.