Category: All Leader Chat Podcasts

In this episode of Leader Chat, Jeff sits down with Carlos J. Malave, author of ‘Translating Your Success’ and visionary behind the Restorative Power Program. They delve into the significance of vulnerability in leadership, Carlos’s impactful work in restorative practices, and the importance of building community connections within educational institutions. Carlos shares personal stories, discusses his upcoming book ‘No More Dancing,’ and offers practical advice for educators to create meaningful and lasting change in their classrooms and communities….

In another special episode of Leader Chat, Jeff features advice from experienced education leaders gathered at the Leadership Circle Summit. Listen as superintendents, CEOs, and board members share strategies for navigating turbulence and controversy in the education sector. Highlights include interviews with Jared Corden, Janice Stockman, Michael Hinojosa, and Antwan Wilson, each offering unique perspectives and actionable insights. This is a must-watch for anyone involved in educational leadership seeking to enhance their skills amidst challenging times….

In this episode of Leader Chat, Jeff speaks with several education leaders from our recent Leadership Circle Summit. Listen to insights from fellow leaders Walter Gonsolin, Cynthia Wright, and Melanie Nelson. The discussion highlights the importance of collaboration, continuous learning, and data-driven decision-making for successful leadership during challenging times….

In this episode, Jeff shares key takeaways from Cognia’s recent Leadership Summit that focused on navigating turbulence and overcoming conflict in educational leadership….

Jeff chats with Erin Jones, author of Bridges to Heal Us, on identity, racial healing, and fostering empathy for inclusive, supportive schools….

Jeff interviews Gustavo Balderas, the superintendent of Beaverton School District, about leadership, equity, and education’s evolving landscape….

In this episode, Jeff dives into a dynamic conversation with Susana Córdova, Colorado’s first Latina Education Commissioner, and Allen Smith, Cognia’s VP of Leadership Development. They discuss leadership, the significant changes in education post-COVID, the critical role of AI, and strategies to close educational inequities. Susana shares her inspiring career journey, her vision for the future of education, and actionable advice for leaders. Don’t miss this insightful look into leading through change and making a lasting impact in education….

In this week’s episode, the incredible Dr. Julia Rafal-Baer talks with Jeff about the complexities of educational leadership, gender, and racial disparities, and leveraging AI in education. Learn from her experiences and insights on sustaining effective leadership and creating impactful policy changes….

In this episode, Dr. Christina Grant, the new Executive Director at Harvard’s CEPR, speaks with Jeff about bridging research and practice in education. Jeff and Christina discuss the complexities of modern educational leadership, the importance of data-driven decision-making, and the role of politics in education. You will gain insights into Dr. Grant’s journey and her vision for using research to advance equity and academic progress. This episode offers valuable perspectives for educational leaders navigating today’s challenging landscape….

In this engaging episode of Leader Chat, Jeff speaks with teacher educator and author of Culturally Responsive Teaching & The Brain, Zaretta Hammond. Jeff and Zaretta delve into the importance of culturally responsive teaching, productive struggle, and building strong teacher-student learning partnerships. Zaretta also discusses the integration of neuroscience with teaching practices and provides practical leadership strategies to support instructional equity….