Things That Matter

I found myself cracking at the seams toward the end of 2022. The last few years have been a battle. Don't want to do that again. 2023 is about self care. How are you planning on taking care of yourself differently? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

A story about how my father was a little different than most. Hard to admit, but he did the right thing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

This episode explains a bit of where I've been and been through over the past few years, where my head is now and how I plan to move forward with the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Felt like yapping during the football game, covered a bunch of topics. Hopefully something resonates with you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Some thoughts and reflections after watching the movie "In the Heights". So many emotions. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

The importance of our ancestors. It took 2 people to make you, 4 to make your parents, 8 to make your grandparents and so on. Going back 13 generations, it's almost 400 years. If you go back even further...we are all connected. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

As a 41 year old Puerto Rican, my first trip to Puerto Rico was an experience to remember. This is my brief reflection and how the island is pushing me forward. #PUERTO RICO!!!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Covid has isolated our kids, putting the time spent in group activities at a paramount. Making it that much more important to have a strong coach and leader. What are our expectations? It's not the X's and O's --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Another great conversation with Peter Miranda discussing many of the issues facing the young men in our society. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

What does it mean to be a man? A great lineup of guest to discuss this question. Incredible thanks to each of the following for your insight and expertise. Ray Osborne Peter Miranda Eddie Pabon Kathy Vargas --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Leadership Matters refocused to discuss issues concerning our young men in this very complicated world. Loyalty, Luck and Love. What do we have to do to raise our boys into responsible young men? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

A new direction and evolution for the podcast. Discussing the issues facing our young man and finding better ways to raise them in today's modern society. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

A recap of Peter Miranda's 4x4x48 challenge and a discussion around mental health. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Peter Miranda discusses his preparation and mindset going into the 4x4x48 challenge made famous by David Goggins. A real pleasure speaking to Peter, an inspiration and example for us to follow. True leadership! 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours. #INTEGRITY --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

It's not every day a teacher gets to have a conversation live online with a former student. A testament to the strong bond built while working together to solve algebra problems. Look out for Evan Schumer as he builds his resume as a basketball coach, trainer and leader. Truly an honor to have this conversation and I look forward to many more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Discussing Grade Reform with a true leader in the world of education, Dr. David Frangiosa. Teacher, Father and Co-Author of "Going Gradeless". Dr. Frangiosa's insight on the transition from traditional grading to standards based grading is an education for all teachers fighting the good fight. I truly believe his work will change the way we teach, learn and live moving forward. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

We will be recording in this format from now on. Please contact us at ldrshipmatters@gmail.com if you would like to be invited to join us for a live conversation. Be well. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Listen to my conversation with father, martial artist and 150/100 mile challenge creator Peter Miranda. Inspired by the words of David Goggins Peter recently completed 150 miles running and 100 miles biking in one month. Find out what he learned about himself along the way. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

New York City has chosen to reopen schools for elementary schools students starting Monday, December 7, 2020. Is the city ready? Are the students ready? Parents? Is it safe? Is it even equitable? Be part of the conversation moving forward. #ldrshipmatters #respect #honor #selflessservice --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

The only way we move forward is to begin to understand the different struggles we are all facing. Your leadership in how you overcome that struggle matters. #personalcourage #integrity #respect --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

The LDRSHIP Matters team discusses several of the concerns surrounding the second wave of COVID - 19. #Duty #Respect #SelflessService --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Three service professionals with differing opinions on just about every topic coming together to discuss the issues that are crippling our society. Although we disagree, we are willing to listen to each other and be examples of people trying to bridge the divide in our nation. Leadership Matters. #LDRSHIPMatters --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

An interesting and fruitful conversation between a former police officer and two teachers coming together to make a difference in the lives of the people we connect with by acknowledging the necessity for personal growth, education and evolution. If it matters to one of us, it matters to all of us. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

A conversation between a cop, a teacher and his son about the concerns of choosing law enforcement as a career. And the necessity to educate and train our police officers to be the very best example of what we expect them to be. As well as the responsibility we have to show them support and love in these troubled times. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

A thought provoking Sunday morning conversation with two former students about creativity, meditation and manifestation. Acknowledging where you are in your life and making something happen to change it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Just two teachers having a discussion surrounding the education and opportunity gap facing African American, LatinX students and students from low income families in this new world of virtual learning. Join the conversation and/or donate to The Education Trust to show your support. #Educationtrust --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Discussion surrounding wearing patriotic gear and the frustration behind our division.  We've got to be better than this. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

I know its just a headache and dehydration...but we had to go get tested. Playing it safe to rule out Covid. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

A quick response to a blog from The Education Trust. How I view the key points made and why we need to support this cause. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Acknowledge the past, never forget, but be present. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

A thankful and thoughtful message about being back at school, recognizing that not all have the same opportunity. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

The best thing we can do to be of service to others is to stop engaging in self doubt and self sabotage. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

How many people's lives and contributions have been stifled and limited due to our senseless need for hatred and anger? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

It's about how you move through your life that makes the difference. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Quick recap on how my boys and I spent the 4th and a couple lessons learned from the day. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Audio of IG Live stream on 3/18/2020 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Just a quick info episode about the new project of going live on IG. Join the conversation. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Our daily lives have changed, the world looks different and will continue to challenge us. Adopt the mindset of change and be ready when it happens. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

An interesting end to the week on the midst of the Corona Pandemic. Stay strong, stay moving, stay healthy. The best defense is a good offense. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Sometimes there is more than one answer to a question and all you need to see clearly is a little Method Man! "Back when I was nothin, you made a brother feel like he was something." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Sometimes the things you're reading and hearing in your life connect. Like when a student says ,"I'll do it tomorrow". There is no tomorrow!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Don't give in to the fear and panic of Corona. Continue to be prepared and be sure to treat people with dignity, respect and compassion. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Reflection on today's new moon: endings and beginnings/ Taking new actions for physical and spiritual growth/ Commentary on Wilder Vs. Fury: intros, fight and Gavin Degraw singing the national anthem. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Taking a conversation about love and turning it into a podcast episode. The most honest way to show your love for someone else...is to be sure to love yourself first! In any and all ways possible. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

A peaceful and spiritual conversation with a former student. Family, friends, drugs and crystals...we covered a lot! Thank you Jess for your transparency. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

My initial response to the first two cards of the "What's Your Word?" cards by Myintent.org. More difficult than I thought it would be. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

After recounted the most difficult call of his 26 year career as a police officer, a former NJ detective speaks about the stigma of asking for help in dealing with traumatic experiences. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

A former detective recounts the most difficult call of his career, the loss of a friend and the lessons learned as a result of his experience. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Give the best gift possible to yourself and those you love by staying true to yourself. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

I had the chance to sit down with a former student, and probably learned more from him than he ever did from me. We should all be constantly both teaching and learning. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support

Took a break from running errands to say a few words. Happy Thanksgiving Weekend!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-salgado/support