Episodes

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 around the country. Rich is the Assistant Director of the NIAAA, National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association. Carol and Mike are the ...

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 father of three young children, we certainly will ask Jim about balancing it all while driving the energy bus! Join us LIVE. You can learn more/purch...

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, June 6th 2024 at 4:15 pm You can purchase The Team here: https://bit.ly/3yQdhFD This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is used ...

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 her journey, leadership, and her work in breaking the poverty cycle and finding pathways for student success. Join us LIVE on Thursday, May 30th, at 7 ...

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 leaders from around the region. Join us for the podcast LIVE at 4:15 EST on Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024 on all socials. This podcast is sponsored by IXL P...

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 was released in January 2024, Advice from The Principals Desk: https://principalsdesk.org/tpd-public... Keep surviving & thriving friends. Join us L...

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.E. Come join me LIVE on all socials #ELB. This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is used by more than 1 million teachers each day...

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 movements. Join us LIVE for the conversation on Monday, April 29th, 2024 at 3:15 pm EST. You can read his full bio here: https://www.misericordia.edu/a...

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, 2024. You can follow him on X @TomWalls6263 and Insta @tom.walls.104. This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is used by more than ...

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, April 20th, 2024 bright and early at 8 am. Join us LIVE to talk education, leadership, hoops and life. #survivethrive This podcast is sponsored by IXL P...

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 10th at 7 pm EST. #ELB #SurviveThrive This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is used by more than 1 million teachers each day. It ...

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 Thursday, March 21st, 2024 at 4:15 pm EST. This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is used by more than 1 million teachers each day....

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 surviving & thriving.This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is used by more than 1 million teachers each day. It is also the most wi...

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 us LIVE at 7:45 pm EST on Thursday, March 7th, 2024 on the #ELB podcast. Keep Surviving & Thriving. This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Lea...

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 look forward to the connection of leadership, learning, and helping others. Keep Surviving & Thriving.This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Lea...

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 4:20 EST on FB, Inst & X. Follow Gaspare at StandUpRandazzo & GaspareRandazzo.com This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is use...

#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 the Principal at The Nokesville School in Northern Virgina. He is the author of “Discipline Win: Strategies to Improve Behavior, Increase Ownership, a...

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 EST on Thursday, January 27th, 2024.This podcast is sponsored by IXL Personalized Learning. IXL is used by more than 1 million teachers each day. It i...

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 centers Rakshith 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 STEM awareness within the community. When not at school or at labs, Rakshith plays varsity basketball and is a district-level track and field athlete....

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 and just reached a passion goal of completing the Chicago Marathon in Oct. of '23. George is a dynamic personality and I am looking forward to having...

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, IG, and FB); @doctorjayontiktok (Tik Tok)

Welcome Chris LeGrande to the #ELB podcast. Chris is in his first year as the Executive Director of OASSP & Middle-Level Educators in Oklahoma. He served as Principal of Guthrie HS for 11 years, a suburb of OKC. He is a runner, sports enthusiast, and leader with great expectations for his organization. He is looking to support leaders & educators throughout the State of Oklahoma in his newest role. I look forward to learning from Chris through our conversation. You can follow him at @Chris_MLeGr...

Wow! Thrilled to interview "Dr. Joe" as he is fondly called in Bellmore Schools, NY. Dr. Joe Famularo has led in Bellmore Schools for 33 years, and the last 18 as Superintendent. He is the 2024 NYS Superintendent of the Year! Under his leadership, Bellmore Schools has flourished becoming the first school in NYS to be a Lighthouse District for Leadership by FranklinCovey Education. A musician, author, and more Dr. Joe leads with a collaborative approach and keeps kids at the heart of his focus. ...

Excited to talk with Blaine Hunter, 5th yr Principal at Sturgis Elementary in Union Co. KY. Blaine is a history buff, dynamic leader, and working on his first book. We crossed paths at the KASDA conference in Louisville this past summer and here we are. Tune in for this live broadcast, tonight at 5:30 EST. #survivethrive