Podcast appearances and mentions of Will Parker

He needs to find his friend. But that means facing gators . . . again. After Parker Buckman is mauled and nearly killed by an alligator in the Florida Everglades, he sees his new town as a place of death. All he wants to do is get out of the area, and he'd convinced he won't truly be okay until he does. When his park ranger father gets a transfer, Parker feels his escape is finally within reach. But when a friend goes missing in the Glades, Parker knows he can't leave until he finds her--or proof she's really dead. Parker's search takes him deep into the wilds, where he comes face-to-face with a rogue monster gator. Will Parker ever escape the death-grip of the Glades? Or will he find the strength to break free? Sometimes the only escape from danger isn't running away but facing it head-on.TIM SHOEMAKER author of sixteen books, including Easy Target, Escape From the Everglades, and Code of Silence to name a few. Tim speaks at schools, churches, and other organizations (such as Focus on the Family, Iron Sharpens Iron Men's Conferences, and Pastor Conferences). He also speaks at retreats, conventions, and workshops all across the country.Learn more about all of his books - and gain some other life lessons - when you visit him online at TimShoemakerSmashedTomatoes.com Please share StoryJumpers with a friend if you enjoyed this episode. StoryJumpers is still growing, and your positive review and 5-star rating would help.The Bridge Podcast Network is made possible by generous support from The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel and Victoria's Restaurant on the boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware - Open 7 days a week, year-round - Learn more at https://boardwalkplaza.comFeedback, or Show Ideas? Send an email to podcast@wearethebridge.orgDownload The Bridge Mobile App to get the latest podcast episodes as soon as they are published!

What happens when today's treasure – satellites that give us access to broadband internet and accurate weather forecasts among other things – become tomorrow's trash? Or, in other words, where does all that space junk go? And what does climate change have to do with it? Last month, a team of aerospace engineers at MIT released their findings from a research study on the effects of climate change on satellites in the Earth's upper atmosphere. Will Parker, PhD candidate in Aeronautics and Astronautics at MIT, and lead author of the study, joins The Excerpt to discuss how global warming affects satellites. Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to podcasts@usatoday.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to Monday Matters! This week Jen Schwanke and Will Parker are sharing some lessons learned from doing PD with school leaders. They talk about some of the strengths that leaders who are women bring to the table, as well as strengths that leaders who are men bring to the table. During their conversation, […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Tips on Maintaining Sanity appeared first on Principal Matters.

Happy Friday! This week's encore episode is one from 2022 with Garth Larson. He chats with Will Parker about guiding leaders and helping them build their leadership. Listen in to hear the full conversation or check out the original blog post to learn more! The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP292: The Profile of a School Leader with Garth Larson appeared first on Principal Matters.

The Slayers are beset on all sides in the Temple of Kyuss. Will Parker fall victim to the diamond-eyed Dwarf of Doom?

On this week's installment of Monday Matters, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke have a conversation about leaving your legacy and making your mark. Some topics covered in the conversation are: Listen in to hear the full conversation! Below is a piece written by William D. Parker about the topics discussed in this episode: Remembering Faces […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – Remembering Faces appeared first on Principal Matters.

Happy Friday! This week's encore episode is one from 2022. In it, Will Parker interviews Shenita Perry about her unique leadership experiences and the lessons she learned along the way. Listen in to hear the full conversation or check out the original blog post here! The post ENCORE FRIDAY – PMP321: Lessons in the Leadership Journey with Shenita Perry appeared first on Principal Matters.

For this week's Monday Matters topic, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke talk about AI in schools. While neither of them are experts on the subject, they acknowledge that AI is something that impacts everyone in the education world. Some of the points they address in this conversation are: Now It's Your Turn: What are some […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker – AI in Schools appeared first on Principal Matters.

In this week's Monday Matters, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke talk about their word for 2025.  Upcoming Events If you're going to be in St George, Utah, February 12-14, 2025, let Jen know as she's speaking at the Utah Association of Elementary School Principals.  Word for 2025: Jen's word for 2025 is equanimity – defined […] The post MONDAY MATTERS – What is your one word for 2025? appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  —- The Question of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks. Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What's your summer math plan this year? A […] The post PMP433: The Benefits of Building Trust with Brent Jaco appeared first on Principal Matters.

In this week's check-in, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker discuss habits and intentions surrounding commitments to your well-being as a leader.  Both of them share reflections on seasons in life, challenges we face in our personal and professional lives, and ways to stay present in our mindsets and practices. You can stay connected with our […] The post MONDAY MATTERS – Your Well-Being and Meet Cherith Aven, OKED Run Club appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  —- The Question of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks. Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What's your summer math plan this year? A […] The post PMP432: Be the Shift with Joshua Yeager appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  —- The Question of the Week is supported by Summer Pops Math Workbooks. Principals, when students practice math over the summer, math scores go up. What's your summer math plan this year? A […] The post PMP431: Connecting Leaders with Ross Romano and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How can leaders feel heard and ensure that responses lead to meaningful change, rather than seeming like a waste of time? Listen in for our response and thank you for […] The post PMP430: Culturizing for Impact with Cale Birk appeared first on Principal Matters.

In this week's episode, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker discuss the new weekly show providing listeners some current updates on professional development they are offering to educators. They also discuss topics they come across when coaching or serving education leaders.  In the weeks ahead, they plan to talk about topics like: What's Coming Up in […] The post MONDAY MATTERS with Jen and Will – What is Monday Matters? appeared first on Principal Matters.

Searching the web for the best products to buy can be tough, thanks to sponsored posts and fishy reviews. WSJ reporter Andrea Fuller joins host Cordilia James to explain what happened after her family almost fell for some clever marketing when searching Google for vacuums this holiday season, and what shoppers should look out for online. Plus, WSJ housing reporter Will Parker tells us why the city of Atlanta is pushing back against tech companies' plans to build more data centers. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What strategies help maintain focus on long-term vision and direction in the face of daily challenges? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Jeff […] The post PMP429: Finding Solutions with Jeff Jones appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do leaders know when to protect staff from initiatives (buffer) and when to connect to initiatives that are handed down to them? Listen in for our response and thank […] The post PMP427: The Fulcrum Position in Education with Olina Banerji appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you navigate bureaucracy, especially with frequent shifts in focus that make previous efforts seem irrelevant? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet […] The post PMP426: What Makes a Great Principal with George Couros appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you handle the tendency to catastrophize, which can drain energy and focus? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Kenny Rodrequez Dr. […] The post PMP425: The Power of Engagement with Dr. Kenny Rodrequez appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What strategies work best when dealing with others who are resistant to growth? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! The Principal as a Mentor […] The post PMP424: Principal as Mentor and Coach with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What are the best practices for improving communication and fostering a sense of ownership among staff? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Garth […] The post PMP423: Extinguishing Fires Within Assessment and Grading Reform with Garth Larson appeared first on Principal Matters.

Property taxes in the U.S. rose nearly 7% in 2023, the largest increase in the last five years, according to property data firm Attom. WSJ reporter Will Parker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how voters in several states approved measures last week that will offer some relief.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How can I use time effectively while also making time for self-care? Here's a free resource Will refers to by Michael Hyatt: https://assessments.fullfocus.co/lifescore/ Also, check out Will's book, Pause. Breathe. […] The post PMP422: Pathway for Mindful Teachers with Danielle Nuhfer appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How can I exercise my voice as a ‘guardian' without coming off as ‘challenging'? Will refers to a resource The 5 Voices: How to Communicate Effectively with Everyone You Lead […] The post PMP421: Smarter Budgets, Smarter Schools with Nate Levenson and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you help teachers keep their ‘Why' in the forefront of their minds?  Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! David Yeager, PhD, is a […] The post PMP420: Mentoring Mindset with David Yeager appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you create schedules for observing teachers in advance? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Dr. Jim Van Allan Dr. Jim Van […] The post PMP419: Energy Bus for Schools with Dr. Jim Van Allan and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What are some best practices in other school buildings to “flatten the walls of the school”? Where did you start on this journey/process? [The idea of flattening the walls means […] The post PMP418: Maintaining Your Passion with Wes Cottongim appeared first on Principal Matters.

In this episode of the Principal's Handbook podcast, guest Will Parker joins the show,  an experienced educator, author, and podcast host. They discuss Will's book "Pause, Breathe, Flourish: Living Your Best Life as an Educator" and explore strategies for maintaining work-life balance in educational leadership roles.Click HERE to get my Free Guide for Setting BoundariesCheck out my instagram @BarbFlowersCoaching HERE for more tips and strategies!Sign up HERE for a FREE Consultation and learn more about how I can help you with one-on-one coaching.Tired of second-guessing your decisions as a principal? Download my free course! Access it here.Michael Hyatt Life Score AssessmentContact Will Parker

Do you treat all ensembles with equal importance? Do all students receive the same care of instruction and similar performance opportunities? Will Parker is the Associate Director of Bands and Bainbridge HS in Bainbridge, GA and he joins the show to share strategies around this very topic. To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of⁠ thegrowingbanddirector.com⁠ Our mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years. Connect with us with comments or ideas Follow the show: ⁠Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.com⁠ ⁠On Youtube The Growing Band Director⁠  ⁠Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast Group⁠ ⁠Instagram @thegrowingbanddirector⁠ ⁠Tik Tok @thegrowingbanddirector⁠ If you like what you hear please: Leave a Five Star Review and  Share us with another band director! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-smith95/support

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you manage displacement conversations after teachers find out they are not returning? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet David James David […] The post PMP417: How To Design Smarter Schedules with David James appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What's the best way to find a ‘balanced' leadership team when interviewing?  It's hard sometimes to go ‘deep' and really see who people are in a formal interview. Will mentions […] The post PMP416: Every Student Has a Name with Will Parker and Jen Schwanke appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: We are entering a new quarter. If boundaries need to be reset, what do you suggest? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet Frederick […] The post PMP415: Reclaiming Purpose with Frederick Buskey appeared first on Principal Matters.

P.M. Edition for Sept. 19. The attacks using booby-trapped Hezbollah devices was a tactical win for Israel. National security and foreign policy correspondent Michael Gordon discusses whether it was a strategic one as well. And U.S. home sales were down in August. The Journal's Nicole Friedman talks about why lower mortgage rates can't offset rising home prices. Plus, WSJ reporter Will Parker explains how property investors capitalize on the American Sunbelt's manufacturing boom. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do you drill down the big buckets in assigning key responsibility areas to the individual involvement of the team? Example: Testing can be led by 1 but is a […] The post PMP414: Managing Your Priorities with Mark Shellinger appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do I identify the people I can trust to support me or assign positions of management? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Meet […] The post PMP413: The Art of Transformational Coaching with Elena Aguilar appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered another listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: What would you say is the most high-leverage action new principals can take when they begin?  Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Dr. Rachel […] The post PMP412: The Principal's Journey with Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered another listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: I'd love to know more about how to set boundaries that help with individual self-care.  Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Kurtis Hewson is […] The post PMP411: Collaborative Response with Kurtis Hewson appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered an exit-ticket question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: Reflection on my own leadership strengths and weaknesses: How do they correlate with my current team? Additional ways to grow as a leader. Listen in for our response and thank […] The post PMP410: Innovation in Leadership with Bobby Dodd appeared first on Principal Matters.

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week's interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do I coach a veteran (relatively) effective teacher who is reluctant to implement something new? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Andrew McPeak […] The post PMP409: Ready for Real Life with Andrew McPeak appeared first on Principal Matters.

This week, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker tackle a question from an education leader: “As a principal, how can you monitor and ensure adherence to expected standards and outcomes in a way that is supportive rather than punitive, and fosters a culture of accountability?” Key Points from Jen Schwanke: Insights from Will Parker: Practical Systems […] The post PMP404: Managing Expectations and Accountability with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters.

Today I revisit the life and legacy of lyric baritone William Parker (05 August 1943 – 29 March 1993), to whom I devoted an episode exactly a year ago. To further explore his unmatched contribution to the art of song, I present a second episode which was originally published as a bonus episode at the same time, featuring Will in four contrasting song cycles by Charles Wakefield Cadman, Claude Debussy, Aaron Copland, and Francis Poulenc, recorded between 1975 and 1987, when he was in his absolute prime. He is accompanied by William Huckaby, Gérard van Blerk, and the late Rudolf Jansen. Also included are two haunting settings of Herman Melville's “Billy in the Darbies,” a segment added posthumously to his Billy Budd novella; in two settings by Robert Evett and Ernst Bacon. The episode is prefaced by a brief tribute to the pianist Norman Shetler, who died yesterday in Austria nine days after observing his 93rd birthday; as well as a brief introduction by Will Parker's nephew, Mark Doty. Countermelody is a podcast devoted to the glory and the power of the human voice raised in song. Singer and vocal aficionado Daniel Gundlach explores great singers of the past and present focusing in particular on those who are less well-remembered today than they should be. Daniel's lifetime in music as a professional countertenor, pianist, vocal coach, voice teacher, and journalist yields an exciting array of anecdotes, impressions, and “inside stories.” At Countermelody's core is the celebration of great singers of all stripes, their instruments, and the connection they make to the words they sing. By clicking on the following link (https://linktr.ee/CountermelodyPodcast) you can find the dedicated Countermelody website which contains additional content including artist photos and episode setlists. The link will also take you to Countermelody's Patreon page, where you can pledge your monthly support at whatever level you can afford. Bonus episodes available exclusively to Patreon supporters are currently available and further bonus content including interviews and livestreams is planned for the upcoming season.  

Hello, Friends! It's Will Parker here from Principal Matters: The School Leader's Podcast. We're excited to announce that we're approaching our 400th episode! Can you believe it? To make this milestone even more special, we'd love to hear from you. If this podcast has inspired, helped, or encouraged you, would you consider sharing your thoughts […] The post PMP399: Boundary Setting for Leaders and Educators with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters.

P.M. Edition for June 4. Financing for apartment building construction has dried up, as housing and rental market reporter Will Parker explains. And Joseph Walker reports on how pharmacists are using social media to unionize. Plus, travel reporter Jacob Passy says unpredictable storms known as derechos could threaten your summer travel plans. Shelby Holliday hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello, Friends! It's Will Parker here from Principal Matters: The School Leader's Podcast. We're excited to announce that we're approaching our 400th episode! Can you believe it? To make this milestone even more special, we'd love to hear from you. If this podcast has inspired, helped, or encouraged you, would you consider sharing your thoughts […] The post PMP398: Leveraging Executive Internal Communication for Stronger Brands with Brittany Keil appeared first on Principal Matters.

Hello, Friends! It's Will Parker here from Principal Matters: The School Leader's Podcast. We're excited to announce that we're approaching our 400th episode! Can you believe it? To make this milestone even more special, we'd love to hear from you. If this podcast has inspired, helped, or encouraged you, would you consider sharing your thoughts […] The post PMP397: Maximizing Feedback to Teachers with Molly Dexter, Brandon Mawhorter, and Kathleen Beckham appeared first on Principal Matters.

Will You Help Us Celebrate?? Hello, Friends! It's Will Parker here from Principal Matters: The School Leader's Podcast. We're excited to announce that we're approaching our 400th episode! Can you believe it? To make this milestone even more special, we'd love to hear from you. If this podcast has inspired, helped, or encouraged you, would […] The post PMP396: Leadership Approaches to Conflict Resolution with Jen Schwanke and Will Parker appeared first on Principal Matters.

A.M. Edition for April 29. Students upped the stakes in their standoff with the Columbia overnight by barricading themselves in an academic building after the school began suspending those who failed to disband a pro-Palestinian encampment. Plus, Microsoft makes a big AI bet on one of the world's fastest-growing regions. And housing reporter Will Parker describes how lawmakers are attempting to crack down on investor purchases of single-family homes. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 13. U.S. stocks tumbled, after January's consumer-price index came in above Wall Street expectations. WSJ Heard on the Street columnist Justin Lahart explains what it means for the Federal Reserve. Plus, there is more trouble for New York Community Bancorp, tied to tougher rent laws in New York City. Housing reporter Will Parker has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's going on with the U.S. housing market? On this week's What's News Sunday, reporters Veronica Dagher and Will Parker answer listeners' questions about everything from what future interest-rate changes could mean for anyone looking to rent or buy a home, to how to know when it's the right time to refinance. Further reading: The Economy Is Starting to Look Normal—Housing Isn't  The Rise of Forever Renters  Sales Pitch for an 8% Mortgage: Buy Now, Refinance Later—for Free  For Property Investors, The Price of a Home Is Still Not Right  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices