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What if flourishing at work didn't require a massive life overhaul?In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Darrin welcomes back speaker, educator, and soon-to-be author Phil Januszewski for a high-energy conversation about happiness, relationships, and the small choices that can make demanding work more sustainable.After 20 years in the classroom, Phil stepped away from teaching to speak full time — or, as he puts it, he “quit my job to help other teachers not quit theirs.” His work now takes him across the country helping educators and other service-oriented professionals feel less tired and more inspired. His upcoming book, Too Damn Happy, draws from his own experiences along with positive psychology to explore practical ways people can flourish even in challenging, high-pressure environments.Darrin and Phil dig into the idea of “building in the good stuff.” Instead of waiting until after work or the weekend to do the things that fill us up, Phil challenges us to intentionally put small moments of joy into the workday itself. A song. A quick walk outside. A two-minute conversation with someone you care about. These aren't dramatic changes; they're small deposits that can make the work more sustainable.They also explore what happens when we give away our natural gifts. Those gifts aren't necessarily talents you can put on a résumé. They might be humor, listening, cooking, creativity, energy, calm, or simply being willing to admit when you don't know something. When we bring more of ourselves into our work and share those gifts with others, we create opportunities for connection — and give others permission to do the same.That leads Darrin and Phil into an important conversation about relationships. We spend a lot of time talking about educators getting to know their students, but relationships are a two-way street. When adults appropriately allow others to see who they really are, they can open the door for trust, vulnerability, and genuine human connection. And students are also watching how the adults around them interact with one another.Phil closes by sharing how he's leaning into leadership right now: giving his gifts and connecting great people with other great people. For him, leadership isn't simply about doing his own work well. It's about helping other people thrive too.In this episode:Why Phil left the classroom after 20 yearsThe story behind Too Damn HappyWhy happiness doesn't require ignoring the difficult parts of our workHow to “build in the good stuff” throughout your dayWhy tiny shifts can make demanding work more sustainableIdentifying and giving away your natural giftsHow vulnerability opens the door to stronger relationshipsWhy students notice the relationships adults modelThe difference between performative positivity and genuine flourishingHow giving and connecting others can become an act of leadershipThis Episode Is Sponsored by HeyTutorHeyTutor partners with schools and districts to provide high-impact, in-person tutoring in literacy and math, giving students targeted support alongside the work of classroom teachers.Learn more about how HeyTutor can support student learning in your school or district at HeyTutor.com

Today we catch up with TeamCPNZ Athlete Darrin Bull who recently completed the Sydney Marathon. He had a great build up in which he completed his training throughout the course of winter only to get sick a couple of weeks out from race day. Following his doctor's clearance he stood on the start line with 41, 000 other marathoners to run the streets of Sydney. Darrin shares his story of his day, the learnings, and what it was like to cross that finish line.

Episode Notes Photography is the theme of this week's episode, and I'm thrilled to spotlight a gentleman who has thrived in this capacity for over three decades!! Introducing Mr. Darrin Phegley, who proudly served for 17 years as a photographer with the Henderson Gleaner before striking out on his own. He now owns a booming business known as "Darrin Phegley - Capturing Life", in which he assists corporate organizations, nonprofits, and other agencies in visually sharing their stories. Tune in as Darrin offers compelling stories of his work in the newspaper industry, and describes the inspiration behind his business. He also explains the means by which we can put his expertise to work for us, many of which we've likely not even considered! Finally, he extends advice to the photographers of tomorrow based on his abundance of experience. For additional info on "Darrin Phegley - Capturing Life", don't hesitate to drop a line to darrin@darrinphegley.com. And, be sure to visit Darrin's website linked here: https://darrinphegley.com/. Find out more at https://blabbin-in-the-bluegrassblabbi.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/blabbin-in-the-bluegrassblabbi/fd20bf0f-8b5d-41a3-828a-126ecfe92d7d

On Destination Impact this week, PWTorch contributor Darrin Lilly joined Zac to break down TNA's road to Bound for Glory. Clarke and Lilly discuss the ongoing Nemeth-Hardy storyline, the hesitant build of Leon Slater's World Championship match at Bound for Glory, the excellent Zoey Serrano vignette and her potential upside, the increasing presence of Daria Rae on the weekly show, and the state of both tag divisions. Also, Zac flies solo for the VIP-exclusive aftershow and shares thoughts about AEW Dynamite potentially defeating WWE Raw in TV ratings, Steven Borden's AEW in-ring debut and promo, the Ospreay-Moxley match at All-Out, and Sami Zayn's second WWE Title win.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

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What if resistance isn't something leaders need to overcome?In Episode 298 of the Leaning Into Leadership Podcast, Darrin sits down with Becca Silver, CEO and founder of The Whole Educator and author of The Resistance Solution, for a powerful conversation about what is really happening when educators push back against change.Becca challenges leaders to stop labeling people as “resistant” and instead recognize that resistance is an experience people move through. Rather than relying on compliance, consequences, or generic advice like “build better relationships,” she introduces a human-centered approach that helps leaders understand the unmet needs underneath resistance.Drawing from her own experience as a teacher who resisted change, an instructional coach who initially struggled to create change, and eventually a leadership coach who became highly effective at working with educators experiencing resistance, Becca shares the research behind her five Catalyst Mindsets.Darrin and Becca explore:Why resistance is often the result of unmet needs rather than unwillingness or negativityThe difference between a “resistant teacher” and a teacher experiencing resistanceWhy schools hire critical thinkers—and then sometimes expect them simply to complyThe five Catalyst Mindsets: value, belonging, success, growth, and ownershipWhy generic strategies for dealing with resistance often miss the real problemThe critical difference between compliance, buy-in, and true ownershipWhy agency is essential if leaders want people to own changeHow clarity around non-negotiables and professional judgment can immediately increase ownershipWhy leaders must explicitly tell people where they have permission to use their expertiseHow human-centered leadership can move change forward without going around people's humanityOne of the most practical takeaways from the conversation is something leaders can implement immediately: be crystal clear about what is non-negotiable and where people have the agency to exercise their professional judgment.When people understand where they have voice, choice, and the ability to make a meaningful impact, leadership can begin moving beyond compliance and toward genuine ownership.Becca also shares how she is personally leaning into leadership through shared leadership—developing others to lead the work rather than building something that depends entirely on her.Connect with Becca SilverBecca Silver is the CEO and founder of The Whole Educator and author of The Resistance Solution. Her work helps instructional coaches and educational leaders navigate resistance to change through a human-centered approach.Learn more about Becca, The Resistance Solution, the Resistance Solution Community, her Book Study Facilitator Training, and the Coaching the Whole Educator podcast through The Whole Educator.This Episode Is Sponsored by HeyTutorHeyTutor partners with schools and districts to provide high-impact, in-person tutoring in literacy and math, giving students targeted support alongside the work of classroom teachers.Learn more about how HeyTutor can support student learning in your school or district at HeyTutor.com

Diesel D's introNFL is back! Aftermath of Patriots vs Seahawks Did Super Bowl creep into Drake Maye's mind?If Darnold misses time, can Drew Lock hold it down for the time being?Prediction for 49ers vs RamsWho has to set the tone?First NFL Sunday is almost here!Patrick Mahomes back, Bo Nix back. Tua might be out, Darrin's bold prediction (if you have any)Cmon Yo!NCAA proving that it's rigged. Should Michigan's controversial win over Western Michigan be counted as a loss? Now the NCAA issuing a new guidance “to establish a standard timing protocol for consistency” The official time for all college football games is the time displayed on the in-stadium game clock days after the game ended, fantasy football (a league Telp is in), FIBA women's basketball World Cup final /trophy and gold medal game 2pm on SundayUSA to play in semifinals on Saturday. USA vs Spain 2pm ET, France vs Germany 10:30amUS Open, Women's and Men's. Sensational play from the American's

J Darrin Gross I'd like to ask you, Ali Nasir, what is the BIGGEST RISK?   Ali Nasir Thank you for asking, Darrin. I think the biggest risk in investing in in manufactured housing humanities is, and I'm going to use, I'm going to coin a a term here, a phrase that it will will that will imply that it's insurance related, and but it isn't. And let me explain. So I I'm going to I I want to reduce this to one word, and I'll call it overwriting, and not overriding in the typical definition and insurance definition, and but rather in a in a in a in a in a context where this word isn't I don't think it's grammatically or or proper. It's not a proper use of the word. I'm just I'm just using it anyway. So by overwriting I mean the opposite of underwriting, and so if you're and by overwriting I mean essentially you know are you are you are you paying too much have you not have you have you not because then if if you've overwritten that means you haven't you haven't you're you're paying. You may not be paying the right price. You may not be raising enough capital. So you're underfunded, you know. And all of these things are are as a result of overwriting, right? Because now you you you haven't really you've overpaid. You're underfunded, and then you're under the gun in terms of being able to get this stabilized, and then and you pay for that for for for you know for years, if not even much longer than you anticipate on the deal. And I and I bring that up because I think it's important to to have the community, you know, have folks understand that it's all. About buying right, as I've heard you say many times in in your other podcasts. So that would be the biggest risk: is is is you know not performing the due diligence correctly, which essentially leads to this. I had if I had to give you one word, like I said, overwriting. https://rise360ventures.com/

Link to the full podcast:https://youtu.be/2RjJBfKCZ_s?si=ufBtRntllwf9qdrV You're still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what's really working... and what's quietly wearing you out. It's free!https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment Description:Darrin Sargent shares a powerful childhood story about how a compassionate fourth-grade teacher transformed his life. After being bullied because he was born without one hand, his teacher publicly affirmed his worth and uniqueness, leading his classmates to accept him. Darrin reflects on how that moment reshaped his confidence and highlights the lasting impact that teachers, leaders, and mentors can have by choosing acceptance, encouragement, and inclusion over shame or judgment.Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan's productivity):Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvmBlue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Connect with Ryan:Email: info@ryanfranklin.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/Website: https://www.ryanfranklin.org  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio: https://www.apostolic-audio.com  #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentalsSend us Fan Mail

What happens when growth doesn't solve your problems—but actually makes them bigger?In Episode 297 of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with entrepreneur, Marine veteran, and business leader Ron Nussbaum for a conversation about entrepreneurship, problem solving, challenging the status quo, and what it really takes to build something that matters.Ron shares the story behind BuilderComs and the realization that changed the way he thought about growth: if you scale your organization without solving the problems already inside it, you're simply scaling those problems too.That lesson reaches far beyond entrepreneurship.Darrin and Ron explore why leaders sometimes become comfortable tolerating things that are merely “okay,” why challenging the status quo doesn't mean changing everything, and why one of the most important questions a leader can ask is, “What problem are we actually trying to solve?”Ron also shares the thinking behind Ask a Shop Owner, a platform designed to give small business owners actionable guidance and accountability when they encounter real-world business challenges.The conversation closes with an important reality about entrepreneurship and leadership: every meaningful pursuit involves trade-offs. The goal isn't to avoid them. It's to intentionally choose the trade-offs that move you toward the life, organization, and outcomes you actually want.In this episode:Why leaders need to stop scaling problemsChallenging “that's just the way we've always done it”Finding the real problem before searching for solutionsWhy growth can magnify existing organizational weaknessesTurning experience and knowledge into actionable plansThe role accountability plays in creating resultsWhy entrepreneurship requires uncomfortable trade-offsChoosing freedom, stability, and the outcomes that matter mostExpanding the reach of your leadershipRon's challenge is simple but powerful: don't accept a problem simply because everyone else has learned to live with it. Challenge it. Solve it. Then scale the solution.This Episode Is Sponsored by HeyTutorHeyTutor partners with schools and districts to provide high-impact, in-person tutoring in literacy and math, giving students targeted support alongside the work of classroom teachers.Learn more about how HeyTutor can support student learning in your school or district at HeyTutor.com

Food Systems alert: the folks over at Pueblo Seed & Grain Hub, which is part of the greater Pueblo Seed & Food Company, are walking the walk. Tom and Darrin head to a (rainy!) McElmo Canyon to visit Dan Hobbs and talk about this new opportunity for local heritage grains, and the impact that may have for our agricultural, and consumer, communities.

In this episode, Darrin and Justin give a SPOILER-FILLED! review of Spider-Man: Brand New Day.  Also: Anaconda (2025), Avatar Aang, Swedish Dicks, and some unfortunately-timed trivia. Download and listen today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon, Stitcher, Goodpods, and more of your favorite podcast services!  Support our Extra Life effort for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and maybe win yourself a big prize! Details: https://dd.extra-life.org/teams/73355 

The long offseason is finally over and the App State football team plays at The Rock on Saturday against Maine. Bret and Adam break down the matchup and chat with new tight end Darrin Fugitt about his transition to Boone, married life, his amazing movie rating system, and what he expects from this year's offense. #DSOTDP

Hear how a trusted East Northport auto shop is expanding its team and providing service promotions, all while maintaining the transparency and honest service that earned them top industry recognition. Darrin's Auto Repair City: East Northport Address: 450 Larkfield Road Website: https://darrinsautorepair.com/ Phone: +1 631 489 5555 Email: darrin@darrinsautorepair.com

Stop living your life on a dimmer switch. In this episode of I Dare You, I'm calling out the trap that catches so many of us in midlife: having a full calendar, but feeling completely flat inside. While the wellness world obsesses over lifespan (how long you live) and healthspan (how long your body works), I share why the missing metric we're all starving for is SOULSPAN—the years you refuse to disappear. You didn't come this far to become the CEO of Maintenance. In this episode, we get into: The Dimmer Switch Trap: Why midlife numbness is a slow dial-down, not a blown fuse The Waiting Room Syndrome: Breaking the lie of waiting for life to "slow down" The 4 Markers of Soulspan: Vitality, Courage, Belonging, and Anticipation The 12-Word Text: The exact zero-friction script to revive a drifting friendship today The 30-Second Calendar Dare: Putting proof of aliveness back on your schedule And as a special gift for I Dare You listeners, get access to the FREE Atomic Habits Toolkit to help you put the principles in the episode into practice. Go to idareyoupod.com to grab your FREE toolkit. No catch. Connect with Darrin Johnson: www.idareyoupod.com Instagram: @idareyoupod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IDareYouPod TikTok: @idareyoupod

This month, Darrin has looks at JLA/Avengers, Ultimate Spider-Man, and The Trillion Dollar Kid, Chad has another Fantastic Four-related head-scratcher, and Justin revisits All-Star Superman while the others debate the reality of rabbit-based merchants. Download and listen today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon, Stitcher, Goodpods, and more of your favorite podcast services!  Support our Extra Life effort for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and maybe win yourself a big prize! Details: https://dd.extra-life.org/teams/73355 

If you grew up in the '60s, '70s, or '80s,you will love StarPodTrek!On this sensational episode of StarPodTrek, we consider the Star Trek contents of Starlog magazine in issues 105 and 106 from 1986, as well as discuss pertinent information of that time period!Assistant Trek Track director, Leo Visentin, describes what makes Dragon Con so unique!Darrin and Ruth Sutherland reflect on the career of the actress who portrayed Janice Rand, Grace Lee Whitney!Check out their podcasts on the RAD Network:https://radadventures.podbean.com/The Salt Vampire herself, Sandy Gimpel, relates to us what it was like to be featured on one of the most iconic episodes of the Original Series!https://www.sandragimpel.com/Plus, Leonard Nimoy discusses directing, we continue the recap of season one, and more on this anniversary episode of StarPodTrek!Join us at Dragon Con Sept. 3-7, 2026!40th Anniversary of Dragon Con and 60th Anniversary of Star Trek!https://www.dragoncon.org/Theme music provided by Foot Pound Force. Find out more about the band here:https://footpoundforce.bandcamp.com/musichttps://m.facebook.com/100029411275345/Don't forget to join our Facebook group:https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=469912916856743&ref=content_filterLove Starlog magazine?Join the Facebook group:https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=303578380105395&ref=content_filter Subscribe to our YouTube Channel “StarPodLog and StarPodTrek”https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgE_kNBWqnvTPAQODKZA1UgFind us on Instagram: @StarPodLog Reddit: u/StarPodTrek Visit us on Blogger at https://starpodlogpodcast.blogspot.com/ or iTunes or Spotify or wherever you listen to fine podcasts!Middle Tennessee Space Societyhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054515677599 If you cannot see the audio controls, listen/download the audio file here Download (right click, save as)

Episode 178: What's Poppin _We're back this week! Right before the end of summer 2026, tune in with us as we catch up with all the tea happening _ • Rest in Peace - Michael Wright, Hayden Panettiere, Dolly Parton, Tim Curry, Samuel Monroe, Jr. o Lil Nas X - mother (Tameka Hill) passes away 8/29 • Devastating flood in Nepal, at the border of China - at least 362 confirmed death toll. • Recent 25th anniversary of Aaliyah's passing on August 25, 2021 . Recent tea is that the pilot (who should have never taken off with the heavy load of luggage for a small plane), was on probation for possession of cocaine. • Wendy Williams former executive producer blindsided her with an upcoming Peacock series called “Clap if you care” • Gary, Indiana out of power for 13 days - they blame NIPSCO(NiScource) • The Tea o Keke Palmer - new podcast & pilate/yoga classes (have you listened?) - was recently spotted out on the town with Diddy's sons? Should we be outraged? - Diddy's lawyers recently stated their concerns that he will be sexually assaulted in prison. o Joe Budden - recently proposed to his long time girlfriend - o Chris Brown to pay housekeeper 13mil for dog attack from proceeds of RnB Tour o Miss USA - Miss Virginia - black woman, Justus Kelly wins crown, first mom to win crown o RHOA reunion tour - Nene & Porsha • TV/MOVIES o Beauty in the Black, season 3 o The Pastor's Wife - Netflix documentary o The Odyssey o Practical Magic 2 - Sept. 11th o Spider Man: Brand New Day (now the 4th highest grossing film, surpassing Titanic) o Tony - story of a young anthony Bourdain o Snowfall spinoff - The Drop - The Snowfall Saga • Football Season returns • Lebron goes to the 76ers as a free agent • All the recalls on food!! Rice, Eggs, Iceberg Lettuce, Blueberries • OHH Published articles in USA News, News of America, and OK Magazine, Press Announcement o USA News - The OG's of Podcasting o News of America - The Sibling Podcast you need on rotation o Press Announcement - Oliver Happy Hour Announces 2026 Podcast Milestone

Episode 180: Politricks _can you believe what's been happening politically? or have you tuned out? we don't blame you -tune in to hear about what's been politricking _ Lake Ontario renamed Lake America Canada tariffs Vanity projects at White House/Washington, D.C. Cattle Farmers Nolan Wells case Ongoing investigation, concerning situation from AL Carmelo Anthony case - CA Race for Governor Xavier Becerra - will be the Democratic nominee - do you have any excitement for him? Concerns about his lack of action as Secretary of Health and Human Services with child sex abuse claims while in detention facilities Democratic Party - faces internal conflict with Democratic Socialists of America Hakeem Jeffries - recent meeting with Jared Kushner. Los Angeles County Races LA City Mayor - Nithya Raman vs Karen Bass Race is heating up, there is significant slander for Mayor Bass. Compton Mayoral election

Episode 179: New Music _This week we have a ton of new music to share with you! tune in - there's certainly something you'll want to add to you playlist! _ Masego - Fix Your Face (album) Syd - Beard (album) Steve Lacey - Oh yeah? (album) Victoria Monet - Reach Out (song), Frequency of Love (album coming Oct 2) Tyla - A*Pop (album) Jorja Smith - What are the odds (album) Erykah Badu & The Alchemist - Before the World Blows (album) Larry June - Who Coppin (album) Nipsey Hussle & Bino - Prolific Beyonce - Morning Dew (donk) - single Cardi B music video - Aha Upcoming shows to be excited about Mya coming to Blue Note LA - Erykah Badu & The alchemist - Emajanet show at Hollywood Bowl Raymond & Brown tour Rihanna been outside - should we expect new music (finally?!) Beyonce teasing rock n roll album AI songs China Styles Maladie - Gospelize Fight for Me - SitonicSA Funke artist Celebrating myself How are you - - Glady Knight announced retirement from music to focus on family

What if the goal of great teaching isn't getting students to comply, but creating the conditions where they genuinely want to engage?In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with educator, school leader, author, and founder of Terry Leadership Group, Kendall Terry, for a conversation about what happens when schools stop focusing primarily on what teachers are doing and start paying closer attention to what students are actually learning.Kendall shares his experience helping build Clayton-Bradley Academy from its early years and the unique opportunity that came with designing educational systems from the ground up. Rather than inheriting decades of “this is how we've always done it,” Kendall and his colleagues were able to ask a different question: What does research tell us about how the brain learns, and how should that change what happens in our classrooms?That question eventually helped shape the Learning-Centered School Model, where the learner—not the teacher, the curriculum, or the test—is at the center of instructional decisions. Kendall and Darrin explore what that actually looks like in practice, from something as simple as welcoming every student into the classroom to making learning relevant, interactive, safe, and meaningful.The conversation then moves into Kendall's BRACE Framework, five conditions that can dramatically influence engagement:B — Belonging: Students and teachers need to know they are valued and that their voices matter.R — Relevance: Learners need to understand what they are learning and why it matters.A — Agency: Students and teachers need autonomy, ownership, and opportunities to create, try, fail, and try again.C — Challenge: Learning should stretch people appropriately while providing the support necessary for success.E — Engaged Response: Learning isn't a one-and-done transaction. Students need opportunities to respond, receive feedback, revisit their thinking, and continue until they reach mastery.For school leaders, BRACE also provides another powerful opportunity: shifting classroom walkthroughs and instructional feedback away from simply looking for compliance and toward identifying the conditions that produce authentic student engagement. As Kendall points out, students can comply because they don't want to get in trouble—or they can engage because the learning experience is meaningful enough that they actually want to participate. Those are very different outcomes.Darrin and Kendall also dig into SMART habits and an important leadership truth: goals give us a destination, but habits determine whether we ever get there.The challenge isn't deciding that we want greater belonging, stronger engagement, or improved student achievement. The challenge is determining what we will actually do on a Tuesday afternoon when the fire drill just ended, students are bouncing off the walls, and the big strategic goal is the furthest thing from our minds.Kendall suggests starting incredibly small. Want to increase belonging? Build the habit of greeting every student by name. Then connect the behavior to a predictable trigger: If class is beginning, then I will greet every student who enters my classroom by name.Small. Repeatable. Intentional.And over time, potentially transformational.Finally, Kendall answers the question every guest on Leaning Into Leadership receives: How are you leaning into leadership right now?His answer is one every leader should consider: listening.Not listening while preparing the next response. Not listening long enough to tell someone why they're wrong. But listening with the genuine intention of understanding another person's perspective, experience, and situation.Because belonging begins when people believe their voice actually matters.In This EpisodeWhy student learning—not teacher performance—should be at the center of instructional decisionsHow brain research can influence everyday classroom practiceWhy greeting students and creating predictability matter more than we sometimes realizeThe difference between student compliance and genuine engagementKendall's BRACE Framework for increasing engagementHow belonging, relevance, agency, challenge, and engaged response work togetherWhy leaders can use BRACE to strengthen classroom walkthroughs and feedbackThe limitations of setting goals without intentionally developing habitsHow small, repeatable habits can create significant changeWhy leaders need to listen to understand instead of listening to respondConnect with Kendall Terry:Terry Leadership Group and the BRACE resources are available through Kendall's website, and he also shares his work on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.This Episode Is Sponsored by HeyTutorHeyTutor partners with schools and districts to provide high-impact, in-person tutoring in literacy and math, giving students targeted support alongside the work of classroom teachers.Learn more about how HeyTutor can support student learning in your school or district at HeyTutor.com.

Should citizens really be worried about Flock Cameras? Darrin Wilson from Northern Kentucky University attempts tp ease the fears of citizens, while helping local government officials navigate the debate around the controversial cameras.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should citizens really be worried about Flock Cameras? Darrin Wilson from Northern Kentucky University attempts tp ease the fears of citizens, while helping local government officials navigate the debate around the controversial cameras.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Leadership comes with expectations. Be steady. Be available. Support your people. Make the difficult decisions. Carry the pressure.But what happens when the person everyone looks to for support needs support too?In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Darrin sits down with organizational psychologist, former therapist, and author Melissa Doman for an honest and practical conversation about leadership mental health, communication, emotional intelligence, and what sustainable leadership actually looks like.Melissa challenges the idea that leaders should simply absorb the pressure that comes with the role. Instead, she argues that organizations need to humanize leaders and give them permission to communicate their needs, acknowledge their capacity, and access the same resources they are expected to provide for everyone else.Darrin and Melissa explore the popular idea that “leaders eat last” and why servant leadership can become unhealthy when leaders interpret service as sacrificing themselves for everyone around them. Sustainable leadership requires leaders to care for others and manage their own emotional and cognitive capacity.The conversation gets incredibly practical as Melissa introduces the idea of communicating capacity — being able to tell your team honestly where you are and what you can realistically handle. If you're operating at 30 or 40 percent on a particular day, your team doesn't need you to pretend you're at 100. They need clarity about what they can expect from you.Darrin and Melissa also discuss:Why emotional intelligence, communication, and constructive conflict should be considered core professional developmentWhy policies and procedures aren't enough if people haven't learned how to communicate effectivelyThe danger of practicing servant leadership to your own detrimentHow leaders can give team members permission to speak up when something seems differentWhy curiosity is more productive than immediately judging a leader's behaviorHow to communicate your capacity without using it as an excuse for poor performanceThe difference between mission-critical priorities and manufactured emergenciesStephen Covey's circles of control, influence, and concernCreating personal mental well-being non-negotiables that actually work for youWhy leadership peer-support networks should exist inside organizationsThe importance of leaders modeling the use of the resources they encourage their employees to useWhy leadership can become incredibly lonely — and why leaders need other leaders who understand what it means to “sit in the chair”Melissa also shares insights from her book Cornered Office: Why We Need to Talk About Leadership Mental Health, along with the upcoming Wiley re-release of Yes, You Can Talk About Mental Health at Work: Here's Why (and How to Do It Really Well).And because this is Leaning Into Leadership, the conversation somehow also includes salsa dancing, inflatable Velociraptors, ABBA…and the first-ever Chewbacca impression in podcast history. Well, at least in this podcast's history.About Melissa DomanMelissa Doman is an organizational psychologist, former therapist, author, speaker, and consultant who teaches organizations, leaders, and employees the practical skills needed to talk about mental health, communication, and team dynamics at work. Her clients range from global organizations to professional sports teams, mid-sized companies, and small businesses around the world.Her latest book, Cornered Office: Why We Need to Talk About Leadership Mental Health, explores the often-overlooked emotional and cognitive realities of leadership and challenges organizations to include leaders in conversations and systems designed to support workplace mental health.Connect with MelissaWebsite: melissadoman.comLinkedIn: Melissa DomanInstagram: @thewanderingmelMentioned in This EpisodeCornered Office: Why We Need to Talk About Leadership Mental Health (link)Yes, You Can Talk About Mental Health at Work: Here's Why (and How to Do It Really Well) — re-releasing from Wiley on September 29, 2026.This Episode Is Sponsored by HeyTutorHeyTutor partners with schools and districts to provide high-impact, in-person tutoring in literacy and math, giving students targeted support alongside the work of classroom teachers.Learn more about how HeyTutor can support student learning in your school or district at HeyTutor.com.

The beginning of a school year brings an energy that is hard to match. The building is ready, staff members are reconnecting, priorities have been established, and leaders walk into the year determined to lead with clarity and intentionality.Then the students arrive.Suddenly the emails pile up, meetings fill the calendar, parent concerns emerge, staffing challenges demand attention, and the urgent begins competing with what you said mattered most.In this special midweek episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Dr. Darrin Peppard challenges school leaders to recognize five common leadership traps that can quietly derail their best intentions during the opening weeks of school.Darrin explores why presence is different from simply being visible, how the Cycle of Chaos can allow urgency to rewrite your priorities, and why communicating something once doesn't mean people understand it. He also challenges leaders to stop solving every problem themselves and to recognize the important difference between giving someone grace and simply avoiding a necessary conversation.The five leadership traps:Retreating to your office once students arriveLetting urgency rewrite your prioritiesAssuming everyone understood the opening-day messageTrying to solve every problem personallyWaiting too long to address something you already know isn't rightAt the center of the episode is one question every school leader should consider as the year gets underway:Is the leader you're becoming in September the same leader you intended to be at the beginning of August?You probably won't lose your school year in the first few weeks. But you can establish habits during those weeks that you'll spend the rest of the year trying to undo.Be intentional now. Protect what matters. And go have a Road to Awesome year.In This EpisodeWhy presence matters more than performative visibilityHow the urgent can quietly replace your real leadership prioritiesWhy your calendar tells the truth about what you valueThe difference between communicating a message and creating clarityHow solving every problem can actually weaken the people around youWhy servant leadership is about empowerment, not doing everything for othersThe difference between grace and avoidanceWhy addressing small issues early protects the culture you're trying to createHow to recognize leadership drift before it becomes your new normalKey Takeaways“You can't recognize what you never see.”“Your calendar is going to tell the truth about your priorities long before your mission statement ever will.”“Don't confuse delivering a message with creating clarity.”“Don't just solve problems. Build problem-solvers.”“What we tolerate teaches a lesson.”“Clarity early is almost always easier than making corrections later.”This Episode Is Sponsored by HeyTutorHeyTutor partners with schools and districts to provide high-impact, in-person tutoring in literacy and math, giving students targeted support alongside the work of classroom teachers.Learn more about how HeyTutor can support student learning in your school or district at HeyTutor.com.

Darrin gives Justin (and you) a history lesson about light gun games, which have probably been around longer than you think, and the boys trade stories about some of their favorite games in this niche genre of gaming. Download and listen today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon, Stitcher, Goodpods, and more of your favorite podcast services!  Support our Extra Life effort for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and maybe win yourself a big prize! Details: https://dd.extra-life.org/teams/73355 

Why growth feels lonely — and why you can't keep shrinking to belong. What if the people closest to you love you deeply… but still struggle when you start to change? In this episode of I Dare You, Darrin Johnson explores one of the most uncomfortable truths about growth: becoming a better version of yourself can disrupt the relationships, routines, and rooms that were built around the old you. Whether you're stepping into a new school year, building a business, changing your habits, chasing a bigger goal, or simply realizing you don't fit where you used to, this episode will help you understand why growth can feel lonely — and why that doesn't mean you're doing it wrong. Darrin breaks down the “thermostat” effect in relationships, the fear of outgrowing your circle, and the belonging gap that often shows up between who you were and who you're becoming. If you've ever downplayed your dreams, hidden your wins, or felt guilty for wanting more, this episode is your reminder: You are allowed to grow. You are allowed to change. And you are allowed to stop shrinking so other people can stay comfortable. This week's dare will challenge you to share one win at full volume — and pay attention to who opens the windows. And as a special gift for I Dare You listeners, get access to the FREE Atomic Habits Toolkit, beautifully designed by Dani Saveker, to help you put the principles in the episode into practice. Go to idareyoupod.com to grab your FREE toolkit. No catch. Connect with Darrin Johnson: www.idareyoupod.com Instagram: @idareyoupod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IDareYouPod TikTok: @idareyoupod

Episode 293 of Leaning Into Leadership is a conversation about something every leader needs to understand: we lead humans, and humans bring their experiences, emotions, stress, and trauma with them to work.Darrin sits down with licensed clinical social worker, speaker, author, and military leader Stacy Nation to explore what trauma-informed—and ultimately trauma-restorative—leadership can look like in schools.Stacy challenges leaders to move beyond simply knowing that trauma exists and begin creating environments built around safety, connection, relationships, and restoration. As she explains, one of the most important resiliency factors is having a positive, caring relationship—which makes relationship-building far more than a “soft” leadership skill.The conversation also turns toward the adults in our schools. Are teachers able to meet their own basic needs during the day? What happens after a difficult interaction with a student? Do leaders create conditions that help adults regulate themselves before asking them to help students do the same? Stacy makes the case that supporting adults and maintaining high expectations are not competing ideas.Darrin and Stacy also dig into neuroscience and leadership, including the difference between the reasoning and emotional functions of the brain, why certain questions can immediately create defensiveness, and how leaders can communicate differently when emotions are running high.Stacy shares the story behind her book, What Really Happens in Therapy Behind Closed Doors: A Guided Journey to Healing, and how her experiences as a therapist, military member, parent, and someone navigating her own family story shaped the work.Finally, the conversation comes back to leadership: creating shared language around emotional regulation, moving from reactive to proactive approaches with students, and recognizing that meaningful change requires more than a one-day training.In this episode, you'll hear about:The difference between trauma-informed and trauma-restorative practicesWhy relationships are a critical resiliency factorCreating environments where adults can regulate and perform at their bestWhy supporting people does not mean lowering expectationsWhat leaders should understand about the reasoning and emotional brainWhy Stacy encourages leaders to replace “Why?” with “Help me understand”Using shared language around regulation throughout a schoolMoving from reactive responses to proactive supportWhy leaders need to live—not simply model—the practices they expect from othersStacy sums up her approach to leadership beautifully near the end of the conversation: leadership changes when what we teach becomes integrated into how we actually live and lead.Connect with Stacy Nation:Website: gobeyou.orgInstagram: Stacy G NationFacebook: Stacy Nation / Stacy G NationLinkedIn: Stacy NationYouTube: Search Stacy Nation or Stacy YorkBook: What Really Happens in Therapy Behind Closed Doors: A Guided Journey to HealingSponsor SpotlightThis episode is proudly sponsored by HeyTutor.HeyTutor partners with school districts across the country to provide high-dosage tutoring in mathematics and English language arts. Their comprehensive approach—including recruiting, training, scheduling, and managing tutors—allows educators to focus on what they do best while accelerating student learning.Learn more by visiting: heytutor.comConnect with DarrinIf this episode challenged your thinking, I'd love to hear from you.What's one piece of feedback that changed the way you lead?Connect with me on LinkedIn or visit https://darrinpeppard.com/ to continue the conversation.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another leader who could benefit from this message.

What if the secret to being unforgettable isn't being more impressive — but making other people feel more seen? In this episode of I Dare You, I'm sharing a simple, practical framework I call The Connection Code — five habits that will help you build stronger connection in every conversation: at home, at work, with your team, with your friends, and even with people you just met. Because connection is not charisma. It's a skill. And you can practice it in the very next conversation you have. In this episode, I'll show you how to ask better questions, listen with full attention, follow up in a way that builds trust, and use small moments to make people feel seen, valued, and remembered. You'll learn: Why every conversation is an opportunity to build trust How to stop trying to be interesting and start becoming more interested The simple “second question” that opens the door to deeper connection Why full attention is one of the clearest ways to communicate value How better questions move conversations from facts to feelings to meaning The 10-second habit I use to help people feel remembered Why using someone's name is one of the simplest ways to make them feel seen A 7-day challenge to practice connection in real life If you've been craving deeper connection — at home, at work, with your team, or with the people you love — hit play. I'm going to show you how small shifts in the way you listen, ask, remember, and respond can change the way people experience you. And as a special gift for I Dare You listeners, get access to the FREE Atomic Habits Toolkit, beautifully designed by Dani Saveker, to help you put the principles in the episode into practice. Go to idareyoupod.com to grab your FREE toolkit. No catch. Connect with Darrin Johnson: www.idareyoupod.com Instagram: @idareyoupod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IDareYouPod TikTok: @idareyoupod

This month, Chad takes on a culinary film that takes on a dark tone, Justin enjoys a twist on the "buddy detective" genre, and Darrin has impressions of My Adventures with Superman and X-Men '97 a little over halfway through their respective seasons. Download and listen today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon, Stitcher, Goodpods, and more of your favorite podcast services!  Support our Extra Life effort for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and maybe win yourself a big prize! Details: https://dd.extra-life.org/teams/73355  Interested in advertising? Want to be on the show? Reach out at geekcavepodcast@gmail.com

This month, Darrin has a LOT of opinions about Crimson Desert, revisits Midgar in a replay of Final Fantasy VII Remake, and tries out a platformer meant to be a sequel to a semi-obscure 16-bit series. Meanwhile, Chad demos Gennady, Justin has another answer for Reddit, and the boys talk about their geeky wardrobe choices.  Download and listen today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon, Stitcher, Goodpods, and more of your favorite podcast services!  Support our Extra Life effort for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and maybe win yourself a big prize! Details: https://dd.extra-life.org/teams/73355  Interested in advertising? Want to be on the show? Reach out at geekcavepodcast@gmail.com

In this solo episode of I Dare You, I'm breaking down one of the most powerful paradoxes for building the life you say you want: The disciplined life is an easier life. And the right sacrifices create more freedom. This episode is not about suffering for the sake of suffering. It's about choosing what matters most over what feels good right now. If you feel like you're working hard but not moving forward — or you keep telling yourself, “I'll start when life slows down” — this episode is for you. Because life isn't slowing down. In this episode, I'll walk you through the three powerful forces that pull you off track: comfort, ego, and cravings. You'll learn how to stop negotiating with yourself, do the hard thing early, protect your time and attention, and build momentum through small disciplined actions that compound over time. This is a practical, energizing episode designed to help you stop waiting, stop delaying, and start living with more discipline, confidence, joy, and purpose. And as a special gift for I Dare You listeners, get access to the FREE Atomic Habits Toolkit, beautifully designed by Dani Saveker, to help you put the principles in the episode into practice. Go to idareyoupod.com to grab your FREE toolkit. No catch. Connect with Darrin Johnson: www.idareyoupod.com Instagram: @idareyoupod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IDareYouPod TikTok: @idareyoupod

This month, the boys keep working their way through JLA/Avengers, Justin revisits a Justice League and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers crossover, Darrin takes a look at the Superior Foes of Spider-Man, Chad has another question about the Fantastic Four, and above all else, Mouse Man KNOWS. Download and listen today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon, Stitcher, Goodpods, and more of your favorite podcast services!  Support our Extra Life effort for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and maybe win yourself a big prize! Details: https://dd.extra-life.org/teams/73355  Interested in advertising? Want to be on the show? Reach out at geekcavepodcast@gmail.com

Greetings my fellow ModelGeeks, and welcome to the MGPC Episode 129!  Nemo hosts this episode, with a full house including D-RAN!!!  Welcome back again Darrin!!!  We chat about the latest and greatest in everyone's model world and get caught up with what's happening in the hobby.  The mail bag was full again with over 15 emails, which is awesome!  We really appreciate the emails and love hearing from you all.  Also, thanks again for the listener gallery submissions.  Please keep the emails and gallery pics coming and we can't wait to see your work, discuss them on the podcast, and present them on our website.For the main topic, we talk about Accuracy and Judging.  Should it play a part in the judging process?? Maybe... maybe not.   Organizations like AMPS have accuracy as part of their judging criteria whereas IPMS does not.   We give our thoughts and opinions on what we believe and dive into the details.  It's a great topic and we hope you all give it a listen.Please feel free to interact with us through social media, Facebook, Instagram, and email:  contact@modelgeekspodcast.comBe sure to check out our website: www.modelgeekspodcast.com.Make sure you check out our new group / community on Facebook, The ModelGeeks Model ShackWe also want to thank each of our sponsors for their support. We are very lucky to have their support. When you have the time, pay a visit to their web sites, and have a look at their fine products.Detail and ScaleFurball Aero-DesignTamiya USABases by BillLionHeart HobbyHypersonic ModelsMatters of ScaleKotare ModelsSquadron Also, if you're interested in the model shows, click the link below!IPMS USA Events PageWe are very fortunate to be able to join the scale modeling podcast community and are in the company of several other really GREAT podcasts. Hopefully, someday we'll earn our wings and be able to keep up with those guys!  Please check them all out at Scale Model Podcasts.Blogs:The Kit BoxSprue Pie with FretsModel Airplane Maker Well, that's it for this episode.  Thanks again for all your support and we hope to see you all this year.  Just remember, be excellent to each other, and get out there and build something!  Take care everyone, out from the Geeks!Support the showModel Geeks PodcastSupport the showModel Geeks Podcast

In Genesis 41, Joseph goes from prison to Pharaoh's court—but God had been at work long before the dungeon door opened. Darrin Geier explores how God forms us through suffering, works toward purposes larger than we can see, and points us through Joseph's story to the humiliation and exaltation of Jesus.If you haven't already, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to download the Sermon Application Guide to follow along.For more information on how to get connected with Five Oaks Church, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fiveoaks.church/connect-me⁠

As another school year begins, principals across the country are busy preparing classrooms, finalizing schedules, reviewing procedures, and checking countless items off their opening-week to-do lists.But what if the most important preparation has nothing to do with the building?In this solo episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard challenges school leaders to stop asking, "Is the school ready?" and begin asking, "Am I ready?"Drawing from his own experiences as a principal, superintendent, and leadership coach, Darrin shares five commitments that will help leaders prepare themselves before they prepare everyone else. Rather than offering another opening-week checklist, this conversation focuses on the mindset, habits, and intentional leadership practices that shape school culture throughout the entire year.In this episode, you'll discover:Why preparing yourself matters more than preparing the buildingHow to identify the three priorities that should drive your leadershipWhy leadership team alignment creates consistency and trustHow to design opening experiences that inspire teachers instead of overwhelming themPractical strategies to protect your calendar from the "cycle of chaos"Why your presence during difficult moments shapes culture more than your plansThree reflection questions every principal should answer before staff returnsWhether you're entering your first year as a principal or your twentieth, this episode will help you begin the school year with greater clarity, intentionality, and purpose.Key Takeaway:"You are not preparing the building. You are preparing yourself and your leadership team to lead the people who will make the building successful."Resources & Links• Learn more about Road to Awesome• Connect with Dr. Darrin Peppard on LinkedInSponsor SpotlightThis episode is proudly sponsored by HeyTutor.HeyTutor partners with school districts across the country to provide high-dosage tutoring in mathematics and English language arts. Their comprehensive approach—including recruiting, training, scheduling, and managing tutors—allows educators to focus on what they do best while accelerating student learning.Learn more by visiting the link above.Connect with DarrinIf this episode challenged your thinking, I'd love to hear from you.What's one piece of feedback that changed the way you lead?Connect with me on LinkedIn or visit https://darrinpeppard.com/ to continue the conversation.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another leader who could benefit from this message.

Leadership growth isn't always about discovering a new strategy. More often, it's about becoming aware of something that has been true all along.In this solo episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard shares two defining leadership stories that changed the way he thinks about coaching, feedback, and personal growth. From a simple conversation with a superintendent that forever changed his communication style to a coaching experience that revealed the hidden system keeping a leader overwhelmed, this episode explores one powerful truth:Awareness changes everything.You'll discover why every leader has blind spots, why your team may see things you cannot, and why trusted coaches, mentors, and colleagues are so essential to continued growth.If you're committed to becoming a more intentional leader, this conversation will challenge you to stop asking, "How am I doing?" and start asking, "What am I not seeing?"In This EpisodeWhy one sentence from a superintendent transformed Darrin's leadershipThe difference between our intentions and the experience others have with usWhy leadership breakthroughs come from awareness—not simply learning moreThe coaching conversation that revealed the real source of one leader's overwhelmHow organizational systems become invisible over timeWhy every leader has blind spotsThe difficult truth about feedback and positional leadershipWhy coaches don't exist to fix leaders—they help leaders seeHow servant leadership can unintentionally become a bottleneckThe one question every leader should ask someone they trustMemorable Quotes"Learning adds information. Awareness changes perspective. Perspective changes behavior.""Your staff knows what your blind spots are, but they may not feel it is okay to point them out.""Leadership isn't about becoming perfect. It's about becoming more aware.""Leadership isn't limited by what we know. It's often limited by what we don't yet know about ourselves.""Sometimes the first condition we need to create is one where we can see ourselves more clearly."Resources & LinksLearn more about Road to Awesome: https://roadtoawesome.netConnect with Dr. Darrin Peppard on LinkedInLearn more about HeyTutor: https://heytutor.com/?utm_source=RTA&utm_medium=RTA&utm_campaign=RTASponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by HeyTutor.HeyTutor partners with school districts across the country to provide high-dosage tutoring in mathematics and English language arts. Their comprehensive approach—including recruiting, training, scheduling, and managing tutors—allows educators to focus on what they do best while accelerating student learning.Learn more by visiting the link above.Connect with DarrinIf this episode challenged your thinking, I'd love to hear from you.What's one piece of feedback that changed the way you lead?Connect with me on LinkedIn or visit RoadToAwesome.net to continue the conversation.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another leader who could benefit from this message.

Relationships don't happen by accident. The strongest classrooms, teams, and organizations are built through intentional habits that communicate one simple message: You matter here.In Episode 288 of Leaning Into Leadership, Darrin sits down with veteran educator, football coach, and leadership speaker Tom Walls to discuss the power of what he calls microinclusions—small, repeatable actions that create belonging, trust, and buy-in without requiring hours of preparation.Drawing from more than 30 years of experience in classrooms and on football fields across the United States and Canada, Tom shares practical strategies that any leader can begin using immediately.Among the topics discussed:Why great culture is built through consistent daily rituals—not occasional big momentsThe surprising leadership power of a simple handshakeHow repetition creates belonging and shared identityWhy relationships—not lesson plans—became the most rewarding part of Tom's teaching careerThe importance of helping people feel seen, heard, and valuedWhy leaders should embrace finesse over force when influencing othersHow asking better questions uncovers the hidden learning gaps our students and staff may haveWhether you're a teacher, coach, principal, superintendent, or organizational leader, this conversation is a reminder that leadership often isn't about doing more—it's about being more intentional with the moments you already have.About Tom WallsTom Walls is a veteran educator, football coach, and leadership speaker with more than 30 years of experience building student-led classrooms and championship-caliber football programs. His upcoming book, Coach Like a Teacher, Teach Like a Coach, explores how proven teaching strategies and coaching principles can be used to develop stronger classrooms, teams, and school communities. Tom presents internationally on leadership, team building, student engagement, and organizational culture.Connect with TomLinkedIn:http://linkedin.com/in/tom-wallsleadershipSubstack:http://thomaswalls.substack.comConnect with Darrin PeppardWebsite: https://roadtoawesome.netLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrinmpeppardLearn more about coaching, consulting, keynote speaking, and leadership development opportunities through Road to Awesome.Sponsor Spotlight:This episode is sponsored by HeyTutor.HeyTutor partners with schools and districts nationwide to provide evidence-based high-dosage tutoring support in Math and ELA while helping schools remain intentional about staff capacity and student support systems.Learn more here: HeyTutor.com

What if one of the most powerful leadership lessons isn't found in the principal's office—but inside a classroom?In this episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with educator, author, and Teaching Inside Out founder Kim Gameroz to discuss why intentionality—not simply strategy—is what transforms classrooms, educators, and school culture.Kim shares the inspiration behind her book Becoming the BISON, explains why bison run into storms instead of away from them, and introduces her powerful framework:Be Intentional So Others Notice.Together, Darrin and Kim explore how predictable systems, emotional safety, and consistent routines help students—and educators—thrive.Whether you're a classroom teacher, instructional coach, principal, or district leader, this conversation offers practical ideas you can implement immediately.In this episode you'll hear:Why intentional leadership starts with predictable experiencesThe story behind Becoming the BISONHow teachers can use feelings to guide classroom expectationsWhy consistency creates emotional safetyPractical strategies for smoother classroom transitionsSupporting neurodiverse learners through intentional systemsBuilding teacher confidence through community and coachingLessons Kim has learned growing two successful education businessesWhy leaders should focus on creating conditions where teachers can do their best workConnect with Kim GamerozWebsite: https://www.kimgameroz.com/Instagram: @kimgamerozTeaching Inside Out: @teaching_inside_outFacebook Community: Becoming the BISONBook: Becoming the BISONConnect with Darrin PeppardWebsite: https://roadtoawesome.netLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrinmpeppardLearn more about coaching, consulting, keynote speaking, and leadership development opportunities through Road to Awesome.Sponsor Spotlight:This episode is sponsored by HeyTutor.HeyTutor partners with schools and districts nationwide to provide evidence-based high-dosage tutoring support in Math and ELA while helping schools remain intentional about staff capacity and student support systems.Learn more here: HeyTutor.com

This month, Darrin gives his thoughts on Supergirl, Chad reviews We Have a Ghost, Justin takes a step along The Thin Blue Line, and we all get traumatized remembering Optimus Prime's first death.  Also, a weird connection between E.T. and Poltergeist. Download and listen today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon, Stitcher, Goodpods, and more of your favorite podcast services!  Support our Extra Life effort for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and maybe win yourself a big prize! Details: https://dd.extra-life.org/teams/73355  Interested in advertising? Want to be on the show? Reach out at geekcavepodcast@gmail.com

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On the Mac Geek Gab, they have a listener segment they call Cool Stuff Found. But once in a while, someone writes in with Cool Stuff Made. On episode 1143, Darrin Altman wrote in about an app he wrote originally for himself but has made available in the App Store. The app is called Talk for Me from mobiletouchtech.com/.... You see, Darrin has lost his ability to speak, so his app does what it says on the tin: it talks for him. You know I just had to ask Darrin if he'd come on the show, and to my delight, when I asked him, I found out he's a long-time listener to the NosillaCast — since 2005! You'll hear Darrin participating in this conversation, and the voice you hear is coming from his app Talk For Me.w

J Darrin Gross I'd like to ask you, Mark Halpern, what is the BIGGEST RISK?   Mark Halpern Great question, Darrin. And I'm glad you're asking it. So, I'm on a bit of a mission, Darrin, and that is I want to inspire and educate professional advisors to be incorporating this insurance and philanthropic planning into clients' estate plan, so I'm on a mission for that. Okay, because people don't know about it. So, what is the main thing for me that the biggest risk is, is that everyone should know that they have three possible beneficiaries to their estate: three: one is family, one is the tax department, and one is charity or impact, and each of us can only pick two of those. Which two would you pick? Most people would say I take family and I take charity. So, with proper planning, you can be remembered for leaving a lot of money to charity, as opposed to writing a big check to Washington, and this is all legal, all given the kiss of blessing from the tax department, that people don't realize that charitable donations on death can actually be used to mitigate up to 100% of estate taxes, 100% that means for every dollar of tax that you owe, and you give $2 to charity, you turn $1 of tax into $1 of charity. Now you remember for giving $2 to charity, as opposed to $1 to the government. So that's the risk is not getting to that, as I said before, while the sun is short. Design it, because a lot of people have become very successful in their life, but they want to become significant, and your kids, you know, this is not about disinheriting the family, of course. You know, charity begins at home. Giving to charity is not about disinheriting your kids, it's about adopting causes that you care about and disinheriting the tax department, and that gives people a tremendous feeling of accomplishment in life. I've had clients who've tried thinking about the fact that they have not done anything yet of significance, right. So, if we can use house money, money that's on the table that doesn't belong to you, to make a difference in this world, how great would that be? And we have a, we have a pretty ambitious goal. Our goal is to create a billion dollars a year of charity. We're building a national community of 100 professional advisors and charities. If each of us are creating $10 million of current charity or future charity for legacy giving, often just by converting tax into charity, you've got 10 million times 100 that's a billion dollars a year, and our goal is to have that in place by 2030 the end of 2030 and we've already got about two dozen already attached to this, so it's a very, it's a great thing that gets me up in the morning, and I get excited about my biggest risk personally now is not having enough time to actually execute on this this goal, because that's my mission, and it's a big risk, because nobody else can do it, it's only me. So, on, you know, I have a lot of ambition around that, and it gets me very excited, and I love to see company advisors. I have a, I have an amazing mentor and coaching program called Power of platinum.com It's been around for five years now, over 200 advisors have gone through it, become experts in what we're talking about, and the nice part about that is the fees that they pay actually good on my charitable foundation, so it's a way for me to create more charity, help more advisors, and do good in the world.   https://wealthinsurance.com/  

In this episode of Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper sits down with Darrin Peppard to explore how organizations can intentionally develop future leaders. Darrin shares practical ideas for identifying leadership potential early, creating meaningful growth opportunities, and building the kind of trust and support that helps emerging leaders step into new roles with confidence. Together, they discuss why leadership development cannot be left to chance, how mentorship and coaching shape long-term growth, and what it looks like to create a culture where people are encouraged to lead before they have the title. Darrin also offers insight into how strong leadership pipelines help schools and organizations sustain momentum, strengthen teams, and prepare for the future. About Darrin Peppard: Darrin Peppard is a keynote speaker, author, publisher and consultant focused on what matters most in leadership. Darrin is an expert in school culture and climate as well as coaching and growing emerging leaders. He is known for his keen insight, culture-first leadership style, and dynamic personality. In 2016, Darrin was named Wyoming Secondary School Principal of the Year by WASSP/NASSP and was the 2015 Jostens Renaissance Educator of the Year. In 2017, Darrin earned his Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Wyoming. In the summer of 2019, Darrin was inducted into the Jostens Renaissance Hall of Fame. Darrin shares his experiences from over 25 years in education, specifically those learned as an education leader during the past 13 years. As a ‘recovering' high school principal, Darrin talks about lessons learned and effective strategies to help leaders of all experience levels become more effective at their craft. Follow Darrin Peppard Website:www.darrinmpeppard.com&www.roadtoawesome.netTwitter:https://twitter.com/DarrinMPeppard(@DarrinMPeppard)Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/darrinmpeppard/?hl=en(@darrinmpeppard)Facebook: Darrin M Peppard & Road to Awesome, LLC (page)Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrin-m-peppard-ed-d-29a7a147/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6WkYpIkcDAAItdZdM02wRg https://www.amazon.com/Culture-First-Classrooms-Leadership-Relationships-ebook/dp/B0F1DSSMCG?&linkCode=ll2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=3f35a95b0e3eb232accab956612306ff&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl — Aspire to Lead Cohort Ready to grow your leadership capacity and take the next step in your journey? The Aspire to Lead Cohort is designed to support aspiring leaders with practical tools, guided reflection, and a community of educators who are committed to growth. If you are looking for mentorship, clarity, and encouragement as you move toward your leadership goals, learn more and apply here: https://joshstamper.com/leadership-cohorts/ — #1 New Release, "The Language of Behavior" is NOW Available! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DVT32KQ1?&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=d18e5a44a6582a22d15ee23193af7bb8&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl The Language of Behavior is an essential guide for school leaders committed to transforming their school culture and addressing student behavior through a more compassionate, effective approach. Drawing on their extensive experience in education, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper challenge outdated disciplinary practices and offer a clear, trauma-informed framework that empowers educators to interpret student behavior as a form of communication. Through three core tenets—Consider the Environment, Explore the Root Causes of Behavior, and Respond with Intentionality—this book equips leaders with actionable strategies to foster positive behavior, build stronger relationships, and cultivate a more supportive school climate. Packed with real-world case studies, evidence-based practices, and insights into the lasting effects of childhood trauma, The Language of Behavior provides school leaders with the tools to create lasting, meaningful change. It offers a roadmap to reduce behavior issues, re-engage students and staff, and establish a culture of accountability and empathy. This book is not just a reference—it's a call to lead with vision and transform how we approach discipline, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive. Bulk Orders: https://www.connectedd.org/bulk-orders — Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Brad Waid to book Joshua Stamper for your next event on Improving Student Behavior, Impacting School Mental Health, or Creating healthy habits. Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact:https://joshstamper.com/contact/Twitter:www.twitter.com/Joshua__StamperInstagram:www.instagram.com/joshua__stamperLinkedin:www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamperFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcastSubscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I'm happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1953852386&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Teach Better Podcast Network This podcast is a part of the Teach Better Podcast Network. Explore the Teach Better Podcast Network—your hub for insightful conversations covering diverse education topics. 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Leadership isn't just about the impact you create today. It's about the leaders you prepare for tomorrow.In this annual shared episode, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with fellow leadership coach, author, and podcast host Joshua Stamper for a powerful conversation about one of the most important responsibilities of leadership: developing the next generation of leaders.Darrin and Joshua begin by reflecting on transitions, stress, and the reality every leader faces — even the best plans encounter challenges. The difference is whether leaders have the clarity and intentionality to stay focused on the work that matters most.From there, the conversation turns toward a question every organization should be asking:Who are we intentionally preparing to lead next?Darrin and Joshua share their own “tap on the shoulder” moments — those pivotal conversations where someone saw leadership potential in them before they saw it in themselves. They discuss why leaders have a responsibility to identify potential early and create pathways for others to grow.They also explore why building leaders requires far more than assigning tasks. Covering events, managing duties, or checking off responsibilities does not develop leadership capacity. True leadership development happens when aspiring leaders are given authentic experiences, meaningful conversations, coaching, feedback, and opportunities to sit alongside current leaders.In this episode, Darrin and Joshua discuss:Why leaders have a moral obligation to grow future leadersThe power of identifying leadership potential earlyWhy a simple “tap on the shoulder” can change someone's career trajectoryHow to create meaningful growth opportunities for aspiring leadersWhy leadership development must move beyond tasks and titlesThe importance of mentoring and coaching through mistakesHelping aspiring leaders gain confidence before they step into the roleWhy instructional leadership experiences are critical preparationHow leaders can build a stronger bench for the futureGreat leaders don't just create followers. They create more leaders.If we want stronger schools, stronger organizations, and stronger cultures, we have to stop waiting for leaders to appear — and start intentionally developing them.Connect with Joshua StamperWebsite: joshstamper.comPodcast: Aspire to LeadBook/Work: The Language of BehaviorConnect with Dr. Darrin PeppardWebsite: darrinpeppard.comRoad to Awesome: roadtoawesome.net

If you started the year with big goals but your habits have started to slip, this episode is your mid-year check-in. You don't need to wait for January to begin again. You don't need to tear your life apart or make some massive dramatic change. You need a Mid-Year Resolution — a simple waypoint to pause, check your coordinates, and ask: Am I still becoming the person I said I wanted to become? In this solo episode, I use the principles of Atomic Habits by James Clear to help you reset your systems, rebuild momentum, and make the second half of the year even stronger than the first. Because the truth is: you don't rise to the level of your goals — you fall to the level of your systems. And every small action you take is casting a vote for the leader, parent, spouse, friend, and person you are becoming. In this episode, I will help you: Celebrate the small wins you've already earned Identify where your habits and systems have drifted Stop “driving with the parking brake on” Rebuild the fundamentals: sleep, nutrition, and movement Create better cues, routines, and rhythms for the second half of the year Build your “second scoreboard” so your identity is bigger than your work This is about making your habits obvious, your systems stronger, and your next step simple. And as a special gift for I Dare You listeners, Darrin is offering the FREE Atomic Habits Mid-Year Resolution Toolkit, beautifully designed by Dani Saveker, to help you reflect, refocus, and build the habits that will carry you through the second half of the year. Go to idareyoupod.com to grab your FREE toolkit. No catch. Connect with Darrin Johnson: www.idareyoupod.com Instagram: @idareyoupod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IDareYouPod TikTok: @idareyoupod

Episode 176: Politricks feeling swampy? let's dive in to the recent political theater - tune in for real talk in real time as we discuss recent political happenings in the United States, state of California and in Los Angeles. Controversy with the reflecting pool - looks like a swamp now America 250 Spent 60million on MMA fight on White House lawn Ballroom Vanity projects Democratic Socialists on the rise CA Gov Newsom's wife appears to be a target of the feds now June Primary Election results November mid-term elections Local Karen Bass vs Nithya Raman Iran War - straight of hermus, gas prices reduced but not significant Affordable Housing bill denied by Trump because he wants Congress to pass Save Act

What does effective school leadership look like in a rapidly changing world?In this episode of Leaning Into Leadership, Darrin Peppard sits down with Debra Wilson, President of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), for a thoughtful conversation about leadership, organizational alignment, AI, demographic shifts, and the future of education.Drawing on more than two decades of experience supporting school leaders, Debra shares why today's educational challenges require leaders to move beyond the traditional "hero leader" model and embrace the power of strong leadership teams.Together, Darrin and Debra explore how schools can adapt to changing family expectations, navigate increasing complexity, and create meaningful educational experiences that prepare students for an uncertain future.In This EpisodeDebra's journey from attorney to education leaderThe evolution of school leadership over the past 25 yearsWhy leadership teams have become more important than everThe role of alignment in successful schools and organizationsHow demographic shifts are impacting educationWhat leaders should be considering about AI and the future of learningThe importance of creating meaningful educational experiencesWhy today's students need schools to think differentlyA powerful leadership lesson about seeking perspective and supportHow leaders can build systems that create long-term successKey Takeaway"Nobody leads by themselves."As schools become increasingly complex, leaders who build aligned teams, seek diverse perspectives, and focus on creating intentional experiences for students and families will be best positioned to thrive.About Debra WilsonDebra P. Wilson serves as President of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). Prior to becoming president in 2023, she served as President of the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and spent nearly two decades at NAIS as General Counsel, leading advocacy efforts, supporting schools through crises, and advancing best practices in governance and leadership.Connect with Debra WilsonLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/debrapwilson/National Association of Independent Schools:https://www.nais.org/NAIS LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/nais/New View EDU Podcast:https://www.nais.org/resource-center/nais-podcasts/new-view-eduConnect with Darrin PeppardWebsite:https://roadtoawesome.netLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrinmpeppardLearn more about coaching, consulting, keynote speaking, and leadership development opportunities through Road to Awesome.Sponsor Spotlight:This episode is sponsored by HeyTutor.HeyTutor partners with schools and districts nationwide to provide evidence-based high-dosage tutoring support in Math and ELA while helping schools remain intentional about staff capacity and student support systems.Learn more here: HeyTutor.com

Pastor Sheek Teaches On Matthew 3:13-17 More from 1517: Give to the June 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser! Learn more about the 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education   New Books from 1517 Publishing: By Water and the Word by Brian Thomas Being Family by Dr. Scott Keith A Reasoned Defense of the Faith by Adam Francisco Stretched: A Study for Lent and the Entire Christian Life by Dr. Christopher Richmann The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformation   More from the hosts: Edward Killian Darrin Sheek Bob Hiller Brian W. Thomas Follow 1517:  Instagram X/Twitter Facebook