Best Dr. Melissa Sadorf Podcasts (2024)

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#ELB Podcast with Superintendent Vince Swagerty 45:18

10d ago45:18

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Meet Vince Swagerty, the Superintendent of North Bend Schools in beautiful, coastal Oregon. Vince is a life-long Oregonian and in his 2nd year as the leader in N. Bend. We'll talk about leadership, learning, school culture, baseball, and more. Join us LIVE from the South Coast ESD leadership & professional learning day at 4:05 pm PT/7:05 EST on all…

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#ELB Podcast with Dr. Earl Franks 29:34

10d ago29:34

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Excited to join L. Earl Franks, Ed.D., LIVE on the #ELB podcast from the SAANYS Conference in beautiful downtown Lake Placid, NY. Earl & I will jump on the podcast together between sessions at 3:10 pm EST today, Sunday, October 27th, 2024. Dr. Franks is the Executive Director of The NAESP: The National Association of Elementary School Principals. H…

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#ELB Podcast with SI Hoops Coach Joe Coscia 43:31

12h ago43:31

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Meet Joe Coscia, a recently retired teacher and boys' HS basketball coach at Susan Wagner HS in Staten Island. Joe has coached for 35 years and has earned 445 wins, 2nd all-time on Staten Island. Joe was always a gentleman and fierce competitor when I officiated his games many years ago in the SIHSL & the PSAL. I am proud to talk to Joe about his c…

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#ELB Podcast with Dr. Melissa Sadorf (AZ) 40:42

30d ago40:42

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Meet Dr. Melissa Sadorf--the Arizona Rural Schools Association Executive Director. Dr. Sadorf recently retired after teaching and leading for 30 years, most recently as Superintendent of Stanfield Schools in AZ. She is an adjunct professor of leadership at NAU and a new author, having just published the Resilient Rural Leader w/ASCD. She also runs …

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#ELB Podcast with Billy the Batboy Billy Pinckney 38:23

24d ago38:23

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It is baseball playoff time and who better to talk with than a baseball & passion expert Billy Pinckney, from Batboy Productions. Billy is from NJ and is baseball & sports lover. As a recent graduate from Montclair St. University, Billy is making his was through the sports industry, one pitch at a time. He is former college baseball player & also t…

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#ELB Podcast w. Dr. Jeff Springer 44:52

1M ago44:52

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Meet Dr. Jeff Springer--author, educator, and the founder/CEO of Suit Up Ministries/The DAD University. Jeff is a man and leader looking to make a true difference in the lives of all he meets. Jeff has been leading in schools and coaching up DADS for more than 30 years. A Dad, Grandpa, and coach, Jeff has much to offer. He is the author of #DadPrep…

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#ELB Podcast with Vito Quaglia (PA) 44:37

1M ago44:37

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Meet Vito Quaglia, a lifelong educator and leader from Northeast Pennsylvania. Over the past many years, Vito has held various administrative and coaching positions in the Northeast PA area. He runs the Matter of Principal podcast and is also writing a screenplay (WOW!). A huge Notre Dame, Phillies, and Springsteen fan, we'll talk all this, educati…

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#ELB Podcast with Myram Brady (KY) 42:46

2M ago42:46

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Meet Myram Brady, the Chief Academic officer at Lawrence Schools in KY. Louisa, KY is her hometown and she is proud to lead and serve in this community for her entire life. She has been a teacher, AP, Principal, and now CAO. She is a member of the KWEL: Kentucky Women in Ed. Leadership. She continue to empower and inspire those around her looking t…

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#ELB Podcast with Creighton Jaster 36:18

2M ago36:18

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Meet Creighton Jaster, the Director of Innovative Learning at LAMAR CISD, TX. After 16 years in the district, Creighton took on this new challenge of leading and learning. He has been a teacher, coach, department lead, Assistant Principal, Principal, and now Director. We will discuss all things leadership, education, Texas, and more. Join us LIVE a…

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#ELB Podcast with Gary Stevens and Dave Eid: Stolen Seasons 57:31

2M ago57:31

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Meet the authors of Stolen Seasons: Maine's Story of sports and covid and how they made it through written by Dave Eid & Gary Stevens. Gary is a lifelong school and sports administrator in Maine & Dave is the Sports Director of WGME-TV in Maine. Both are avid sports fans and care greatly about Maine, its high school sports, and more. They chronicle…

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#ELB Podcast with Principal Josh Dann, Saranac Lake, NY 43:26

2M ago43:26

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Meet Josh Dann, the long time Principal at Saranac Lake HS, NY. Josh is a father, caring leader, avid golfer, and more. Josh has worked hard with his leadership team to create a culture of learning and growth at Saranac Lake. We'll talk leadership, cell phones, marshmallows, and all things upstate NY. Join us LIVE Saturday morning, August 24th @ 8:…

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Season 6, Episode 27: Addressing Chronic Absenteeism in Rural Schools 1:03:56

3M ago1:03:56

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In this episode of The Rural Scoop, host Dr. Sadorf engages in an insightful conversation with Mike Hogg, Vice President for Place Based Partnerships at Partners for Rural Impact (PRI). They discuss the importance of rural education, successful initiatives like Promise Neighborhoods, and the impact of collective community efforts on student success…

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#ELB Podcast with David Pendergast, UT Principal 45:54

3M ago45:54

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Meet David Pendergast, the Principal at Ellison Park Elementary in Utah. I met David and his wife Melissa at the UAESP Conference in beautiful St. George, UT. David is the President of the Utah Association of Elementary Principals and the NAESP Principal of the Year from UT in 2019. David is originally from Syracuse, NY, and we connected instantly.…

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#ELB Podcast with Dr. Michael Rossi (NJ) 46:06

3M ago46:06

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Wow! 37 years in education & 20th as a Superintendent. Meet Dr. Michael Rossi Jr. from NJ. I'm excited for this conversation LIVE on all the platforms on Wednesday, August 7th at 4:40 pm EST. Dr. Rossi is the Superintendent of Schools of Lenape Valley School District in NJ. He is also an avid Green Bay Packers fan and has released his book Tundra T…

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#ELB podcast with Jon Konen 42:25

3M ago42:25

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Meet Jon Konen from Montana. Jon is a Curriculum Dir & AP in Stevensville Schools, MT. He has also been an AD, Elem. principal, Superintendent, and more. We will talk about leadership, learning, surviving, and thriving through it all. Join us LIVE on Sunday 8/4 at 7 pm est on all socials. This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL …

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#ELB Podcast with Dr. Betsy Johnson Conaty 49:10

4M ago49:10

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Meet Dr. Betsy Johnson Conaty. Betsy is a retired Professor of Sports Management, Physical Education & Fitness. She is a 3-time national champion and All-American for UNC women's soccer, playing from 82-85. She is extremely active and stays engaged in the game of soccer. Betsy is from Eldred, NY, is a mom and wife, and earned his doctorate studying…

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#ELB podcast with Dr. Norval Connell 49:21

4M ago49:21

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Meet Norval Connell, an instructional STEM leader from Middle Schools (NY) with 9 years of experience. Dr. Connell is a vibrant school leader who carries the banner in many ways for Middletown Schools in NY. He worked on Wall Street and in finance before switching to education. Norvall is looking to serve and bring STEM to the underserved. Join us …

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Season 6, Episode 26: The Role of Playgrounds in Child Development 47:36

4M ago47:36

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In this episode, Dr. Sadorf interviews Jordan Lynde from Play It Safe, a platinum sponsor of the Arizona Rural Schools Association. Jordan shares his journey from the paper and printing industry to founding Play It Safe Playgrounds, a company dedicated to providing safe and inclusive playgrounds across Arizona. He discusses the evolution of playgro…

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#ELB Podcast with Nick Emanuele, Warwick Valley AP 35:21

4M ago35:21

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Meet Nick Emanuele. Nick just completed his 1st year as an administrator at Warwick Valley HS as Associate Principal. Nick is an energetic leader who is growing, leading, and learning. I met him when he was earning his administrative degree at LIU Hudson. He is a graduate of ESU. I look forward to our conversation together LIVE on the #ELB Podcast …

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Season 6, Episode 25: The Consequences of School Consolidation 1:06:18

4M ago1:06:18

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In this episode of "The Rural Scoop," host Melissa engages in a compelling conversation with Mara Tieken, an associate professor of education at Bates College. Mara shares her extensive research on the significance of rural schools, focusing on the impacts of school closures and consolidations in rural communities. She discusses the economic, socia…

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#ELB Podcast w/ Rich Barton, Carol Dozibrin, and Mile Ellson 1:02:44

4M ago1:02:44

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3 authors, 3 leaders, 1 awesome book. Meet Rich Barton, Carol Dozibrin, and Mike Ellson--all Certified Master Athletic Administrators and co-authors of Leadership with Legacy--a collaborative project filled with stories, lessons, and experiences written by Rich, Carol, and Mike as well as with contributions from coaches and athletic directors from …

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Season 6, Episode 24: Innovative Solutions for Rural Education 56:42

5M ago56:42

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In this episode of "The Rural Scoop," host Melissa interviews Tobin Novasio, the superintendent of Hardin Public Schools in Montana. Tobin shares his extensive background in rural education, detailing his journey from teaching and coaching in various rural districts to his current role. The discussion covers the unique challenges and rewards of wor…

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#ELB Podcast with Dr. Jim Van Allan 44:45

4M ago44:45

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Want some positive energy? Join me LIVE on Thursday, June 20th, 2024, at 4:15 EST as I talk with Dr. Jim Van Allan, President of The Energy Bus for Schools. He is a professor of communications & public speaking and is in schools throughout the year spreading positivity and culture building. He has worked closely with Jon Gordon for 18+ years. As a …

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Season 6, Episode 23: Higher Education's Role in Rural Revitalization 47:39

5M ago47:39

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In this episode of "The Rural Scoop," we sit down with Dr. Brian Noland, President of East Tennessee State University (ETSU), to discuss his impactful work in revitalizing rural communities through higher education. Dr. Noland shares his journey from his early career to his current role, emphasizing the importance of education in economic developme…

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Season 6, Episode 22: Enhancing Education Savings for Arizona Families 55:01

5M ago55:01

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In this episode of "The Rural Scoop," Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee discusses the AZ 529 Education Savings Plan and its benefits for rural communities. As the first Asian American elected to a statewide office in Arizona, Treasurer Yee has significantly expanded the program, making higher education and vocational training more accessible. Sh…

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#ELB Podcast with Paul Babcock: Teacher, Coach, & Author 39:56

5M ago39:56

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I am loving listening on Audible to "The Team" by teacher & coach Paul Babcock. What story of Paul growing up on a farm in Illinois and going to play college baseball. Paul has been a teacher and coach for 29 years and is now an author. He also has done over 1,000,000 push-ups in his life! Excited to talk with Paul LIVE on the podcast on Thursday, …

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Season 6, Episode 21: Transforming Rural Education through Holistic Child Initiatives 54:07

5M ago54:07

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In this episode of "The Rural Scoop," host Melissa interviews Adam Cheeseman, the superintendent of Doddridge County Schools in West Virginia. Adam shares his journey from becoming a superintendent at the age of 31 to his innovative approaches to education. He discusses the importance of addressing mental health and holistic child development to im…

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#ELB Podcast with Danielle Livengood 47:48

5M ago47:48

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Meet Danielle Livengood-the Sr. Executive Director of High Schools & Secondary Curriculum of Marion County Public Schools in Florida. Danielle has led there for more than 20 years serving in a variety of roles. Danielle is a twin, was a foster child, and has over-come many obstacles in her life to become the educator she is today. We will discuss h…

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#ELB Podcast with Kerri Bullock (NY) 44:06

6M ago44:06

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Meet Kerri Bullock. Kerri is the Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Support Services at BT BOCES in Binghamton, NY. She has grown her team and her leadership over 18 years of education service. She is a mother of two young children, physically active running triathlons, and prepping for the annual leadership academy this July supporting lea…

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#ELB Podcast with Dr. David Franklin 47:03

6M ago47:03

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Meet Dr. David Franklin. A lifelong Principal, David has been running The Principal's Desk since 2017. David is an author, keynote speaker, adjunct professor, and more. We will talk about Education Leadership, surviving as a Principal, writing, podcasting, and more. I am looking forward to learning and growing with Dr. Franklin. David's newest book…

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#ELB Podcast: Teacher Appreciation Week 17:29

6M ago17:29

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Hi friends. It is teacher appreciation week. a big shout and THANK YOU TO ALL TEACHERS OUT THERE! On this episode of the podcast, I will dive into 3 great stories from HATS: Heartfelt Acts for Teachers, Students, and Staff regarding teachers and the amazing impact they can have on schools, kids, and the community. I'll also explain the acronym S.E.…

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#ELB Podcast w/ Dr. Dan Myers 53:42

6M ago53:42

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It is not every day you get to interview a University President! Meet Dr. Dan Myers, the 15th President of Misericordia University in Dallas, PA. Dr. Myers has led previously at American, Marquette, and Notre Dame Universities and joined Misericordia in 2021. He is a published author and is an expert in the study of collective behavior and social m…

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#ELB Podcast with teacher & Coach Tom Walls 48:08

6M ago48:08

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Meet Tom Walls: Teacher, Coach, Blogger, Speaker. Tom has been a lifelong Teacher & Coach now working in Winnipeg, Canada. Tom has a deep passion for football and the spirit and psychology of football. He believes in small actions creating big impacts in school, on the team, an din the classroom. Join us LIVE at 7 pm EST on Thursday, April 25th, 20…

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#ELB Podcast with Doug Elwell 57:17

6M ago57:17

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Hi friends, Meet Doug Elwell, my pisane from Staten Island. Doug is a Math teacher, Basketball Coach and trainer, former D1 captain and player himself, and one looking to make a positive difference in the world. Doug brings positivity to his students and his players on and off the court. I look forward to the conversation this Saturday morning, Apr…

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#ELB Podcast w/ WRVHS Principal (VT) Jeff Thomas 45:59

7M ago45:59

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Meet Jeff Thomas, 2nd-year Principal at WRVHS. Jeff is a bundle of positive energy who I was fortunate to meet at the Vermont Principals Conference in the summer of '23. Jeff is a former mechanical engineer, turned PE teacher turned Principal. I am excited to talk with him about his journey including the 8 before 8 concept. Join us LIVE on April 10…

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#ELB Podcast w/ Assistant Principal Christine Miraglia 44:38

8M ago44:38

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Meet Christine Miraglia. Christine is in her 1st year as an Assistant Principal in her hometown of Monticello, NY. She is incredibly talented, extremely helpful, and super smart. A former teacher at Middletown schools (NY), Christine has grown her leadership and is doing great work in her school and community. Join me for this podcast, LIVE, on Thu…

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Season 6, Episode 20: Preparing the Next Generation of Rural Leaders in Arizona 38:52

8M ago38:52

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In this episode, Melissa interviews Dr. Jaime Festa-Daigle, President Elect of the Arizona Rural Schools Association. They discuss the unique challenges facing rural districts like Jamie's district in Lake Havasu City, such as a lack of affordable housing, poverty impacting youth, and teacher recruitment and retention difficulties. Jamie highlights…

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#ELB Podcast with WY 2023 Principal of the Yr Ben Carr 40:32

8M ago40:32

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Meet the 2023 Wyoming Secondary Principal of the Year, Ben Carr. Ben is a lifelong educator who has been the HS Principal at Mountain View HS in Wyoming for 15 years. We'll talk leadership, longevity, fitness, turning 50, and of course, fly-fishing on the podcast. Join me LIVE on the #ELB podcast with Ben, Tuesday, March 12th, at 4:20 EST. Keep sur…

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#ELB Education Leadership & Beyond w/Dr. JR Mitchell, Assist. Sup for Business 57:38

8M ago57:38

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Join me in meeting Dr. Jack Mitchell, Assistant Sup. for Business, Valley Stream UFSD 24. Dr. Mitchell is fresh off a Memory Mission Trip to Guatemala with LifeTouch. JR is a former math teacher, private banker, and the ASB for 9 years in Valley Stream 24, NY. We'll talk about relationships, fitness, wins, and losses, leadership, and learning. Join…

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#ELB Podcast with Crabbe Elem (KY) Principal Uriah Tolbert 44:38

8M ago44:38

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Join me LIVE on Tuesday, Feb 27th, 2024 @ 7:30pm EST for my leadership conversation & #ELB podcast with Crabbe Elem Principal, Dr. Uriah Tolbert. I met Uriah at the KASA (Kentucky Admin Association) Conference last yr. He believes in fostering wonderful relationships with staff & students and has made a wonderful impact on his school community. I l…

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Season 6, Episode 19: From Business to Rural Education: A Superintendent's Journey 51:02

9M ago51:02

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Join Melissa as she interviews, Andy Wannemacher, the superintendent of the Aguila Elementary School District, a small rural district in west-central Arizona. Andy shares his journey from a business background to becoming an educator and superintendent in a rural community. He discusses the challenges of rural education, including poverty, English …

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#ELB Podcast with NYC DOE teacher & Stand-Up Comedian Gaspare Randazzo 41:11

9M ago41:11

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Meet my pisane from NYC: Brooklyn to Staten Island, NYCDOE HS teacher & stand-up comic Gaspare Randazzo. Gaspare is on fire these days, putting out tons of incredibly funny content, selling out shows across the US and just starred in the Netflix special The Trust. Leader, laughing, teaching and more. Join us LIVE on Wednesday, February 7th, 2024 at…

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#ELB Podcast w Dr. Andy Jacks 45:20

9M ago45:20

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#ELB Podcast w/ Dr. Andy Jacks: Leader, Author, Speaker & moreMeet Dr. Andy Jacks. Andy and I met in Casper, Wyoming in 2023 speaking at the Wyoming Principals conference. It was great to connect and I super excited to have him on the podcast Thursday, February 1st, 2024 at 7:30 pm EST Join us LIVE on my socials and participate in the show.Andy is …

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Season 6, Episode 18: New Approaches to Delivering Quality Education in Rural Areas 44:03

9M ago44:03

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Join Melissa as she interviews, Sean Rickert, incoming president of the Arizona Rural Schools Association, who discusses his goals and priorities for supporting and advocating for rural education in Arizona over the next few years. He emphasizes the importance of bringing rural education leaders together through conferences, roundtables, and other …

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#ELB Podcast w Assistant Principal Josh Money 44:57

9M ago44:57

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Meet Josh Money, Assistant Principal at Hueytown Middle School in Hueytown, AL. Josh is an enthusiastic veteran educator in his 2nd year as an AP learning, growing, inspiring, and more. We will survive and thrive as we talk leading, growth mindset, helping others, IXL personalized learning, and more. Tune in LIVE on FB, Instagram, and Twitter 7 pm …

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#ELB Podcast w 12th Grader & Founder of UP Rakshith Srinivasan 42:36

10M ago42:36

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Rakshith "Rocky" Srinivasan, founded UP in 2021 with a mission to raise funds and support cutting-edge scientific research in sports science labs and medical centersRakshith Srinivasan is a 12 grader from Issaquah, Washington, and the founder of the non-profit Unlimited Potential (UP). He is passionate about sports medicine research and creating ST…

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#ELB Podcast Financial Wealth Leader George Siderias 48:26

11M ago48:26

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Meet George Siderias. George is an incredibly knowledgeable & smart financial expert. He is a leading partner in Apex Wealth Partners in NJ. I have worked with him for more than 12 years. He is navigating the surviving & thriving aspects of life on his journey raising three young children, overcoming cancer, and more. He is committed to his fitness…

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Season 6, Episode 17: Rural Renewal: Revamping Schools with Sara and Bob 43:50

11M ago43:50

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Melissa and Ty interview education professors Dr. Sara Hartman and Dr. Bob Klein about their book "The Middle of Somewhere," highlighting innovative rural partnerships improving access and opportunity. They share how their passion for rural spaces motivated the book to address challenges like teacher shortages and limited funding. Key to successful…

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#ELB podcast w VASCD Executive Director Dr. Chris Jones 47:24

11M ago47:24

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Friends, join me in welcoming Dr. Chris Jones to the #ELB podcast. Chris is THRIVING in so many areas in leadership & life. I can't wait to learn more about his journey: US Airborne Ranger. Ironmans, former HS Principal and more. He is leading VASCD creating many opportunities for leadership and growth programing. Follow Chris at @vaeducatorcmj (X,…

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Season 6, Episode 16: The Winding Career Path to Rural Teaching with Allison Mitkowski 43:07

11M ago43:07

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In this episode of The Rural Scoop podcast, hosts Melissa and Ty interview Allison Mitkowski, the 2023 Arizona Rural Teacher of the Year who teaches English, economics, and government at Williams High School. Allison discusses the tight-knit rural community and deep connections with students and families. She highlights the logistical challenges of…

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