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Prodigious SapsThe Day Superman Kissed the World (with CHRISTOPHER JONES)Prodigious Saps No. 60: "The Day Superman Kissed the World"
Our friend DC comics artist CHRISTOPHER JONES (perhaps most famous for his work on Young Justice) joins us again for a GREAT conversation about the upcoming SUPERMAN and James Gunn's vision for the DCU.
We talk about all the stuff we're excited for, take some wild guesses at what's coming next, take a look back at past SUPERMAN films and tv shows, and geek out about stuff we'd love to see in the new DCU.
CHRISTOPHER JONES is perhaps most well-know for his work...2025-06-271h 05
The-Rehumanisation-StationStrengths-based chances: How altruism becomes a tool for rehumanisation in sport with Charlie JonesSend us a textIn this episode, I vibe with our altruistic viber, Charlie Jones. My big brother was born and raised in Katy, Texas. Graduated from the University of Houston where he also played Basketball (Division 1). He has been a teacher and coach for 17 years. Of those 17 years, he has been a head coach for 10. Fella is currently the head basketball coach at Katy Jordan high School. In 10 years, he has won 2 district titles, been to three regional tournaments, and been to one state championship. Fella has been married for 14 years to...2025-03-2844 min
3 Keys for Your JourneyUnlocking Community Impact: Navigating Tradition, Advocacy, and Leadership with Chris HarrisonSend us a textUnlock the incredible journey of Christopher Harrison Sr., the owner of Heritage Funeral Directors and 4 Points Cremation, as he shares his inspiring story rooted in Northeast Oklahoma City. With nearly three decades in funeral service and 19 years as a business owner, Chris opens up about the evolution of his business and his commitment to making end-of-life arrangements accessible and affordable. His deep dedication to community service is exemplified through his roles on the Millwood Public School Board and his political aspirations. This episode promises rich insights from Chris’s extensive experience and the le...2025-01-2621 minProdigious SapsTalking SUPERMAN with DC Comics artist CHRISTOPHER JONESCHRISTOPHER JONES is perhaps most well-know for his work on YOUNG JUSTICE, but he's also done BATMAN STRIKES!, AVENGERS: EARTH'S MIGHTIEST HEROES, and DOCTOR WHO, among many, many other titles.
We talk about his experiences working in the comics industry, and also (of course)... SUPERMAN! We talk about the movies, the radio show, the George Reeves tv series, the animated universe, and of course James Gunn's upcoming SUPERMAN (2025)
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SEEing to LeadThe Right ToolHave you ever tried to use a screwdriver for a hammer? How did that work for you?If you wouldn't use a wrench for a screwdriver, why would you do the same when trying to accomplish your goals or take care of your mental health?Don't forget to share this important message right after subscribing to my channel so you keep getting them.BONUS: Subscribe to "Cutting the Crap With Shap" for even more episodes about health!Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you...2024-11-2112 min
SEEing to LeadThe Power of Good MorningWhen is the last time you said good morning to someone? Why should you do it?1. Someone needs it.2. You need it.3. Someone needs it.Change someone's moment and you may change their day, week, or month! Be the reason someone smiles.Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if you took a minute right now to subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you listen! It helps the sh...2024-11-1412 min
SEEing to LeadMaximum EffortIt's really hard to tell if someone is giving their 100%. Why?Because we aren't them! 100% is a very personal measurement. We often know when we can do better, but don't want to admit it. So we make excuses. The best thing we can do is give 100% of what we can on that day in that moment. In other words, our "Maximum Effort". Doing that helps push past excuses and keeps us moving in the right direction through small steps.That direction you ask? Yeah... it's success.I appreciate you checking out...2024-10-3112 min
SEEing to LeadGet Out of the PondWe often get very comfortable as we grow to the size, or even larger than, the pond in which we currently exist.There are two things to remember. You only grow to the size of the boundaries around you. You can't reach higher level of success unless you get to a place with bigger boundaries.Your success is tied to the limits placed on you.Don't forget to hit that subscribe button, leave a comment, and share. It will helps others benefit by growing the show!I appreciate you checking out...2024-10-2412 min
SEEing to LeadLimiting SuccessWe are all working to get better or at least we should be!What happens if we are limiting our success or the success of those around us?Don't forget to hit subscribe, share, and leave a comment!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if you took a minute right now to subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you listen! It helps the show out a lot!Who am I?I’ve...2024-10-1713 min
SEEing to LeadSEEing to Lead on DeFacto LeadersWho am I?I’ve been an educator in Massachusetts for 23 years. I’m finishing my 16th year as a building leader. I’m a teacher centered Principal and passionate about continuous improvement and the idea that success is not a destination, but a process. I’m active on social media, vlog about continuous improvement on a weekly basis, and wrote a book also called SEEing to Lead as a way to help everyone improve education as a whole by promoting my “just cause”: improving the educational experience for as many people as possible by being purpo...2024-10-141h 20
SEEing to LeadPeanut Butter and JellyHave you ever thought about the good old basic Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich and what it can mean to you? Think about basics, the things that may feel good, but aren't really that great for you. This episode of Small Nuggets Big Change is a bargain. Proof that two perspectives can yield great results! Check it out after hitting that subscribe button!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if you took a minute right now to subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever...2024-10-1012 min
SEEing to LeadSlow Down to Go FastWhen is the last time you skimmed the pool, wasting time as you tried to catch the leaves faster?How do you keep the currents of life from pushing things out of your reach, requiring more work and time to get them done?Have a listen to hear some tips.Share on your socials with your biggest takeaway. Most importantly, subscribe and offer feedback and suggestions!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if you took a minute right now to subscribe, rate, and...2024-10-0312 min
SEEing to LeadS1:E3 - Pick Up the NeedleStuck in a rut? Sometimes it take more than just yourself to get out of bad habits and non productive routines.This episode of Small Nuggets. Big Change provides some concrete actions to help you get yourself unstuck and reach higher levels of success!Hit subscribe, leave us a comment, and share the episode! That's how we grow this show. We would both appreciate it greatly! So would others who will find value!Find more at Cutting the Crap with Shap and SEEing to Lead.I appreciate you checking out the...2024-09-1911 min
SEEing to LeadDon't Look Before You LeapLeap BECAUSE you looked!How do you know when to "leap" or try something to improve yourself in a big way? Check out this latest episode of "Small Nuggets. Big Change" to hear some advice about that!Don't forget to comment and offer your thoughts or ideas! Before you leave, hit the subscribe button so you get these as they come out! Then share and check out our podcasts Cutting the Crap With Shap and SEEingtoLead!Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out th...2024-09-1205 min
SEEing to LeadI Suck. No I Don't.This is a new collaboration with Craig Shapiro aimed at helping you improve in your everyday life! Be sure to check out his YouTube channel @CuttingTheCrapWithShap Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if you took a minute right now to subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you listen! It helps the show out a lot!Who am I?I’ve been an educator in Mas...2024-09-0512 min
SEEing to LeadClass of 2024 Graduation SpeechI wanted to send this message to the Class of 2024 as they embarked on their next journey in life. We are often faced with moments of moving to another stage in our life. I hope these words help.Don't forget to hit the subscribe button so you get updates as they come out!Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if you took a minute right now to subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, or...2024-08-2206 min
SEEing to LeadThe Gratitude of the StruggleDo we ever stop, reflect, and express our gratitude for having struggled? I know that's difficult, but very valuable for me.If you are wondering how or even why you should be grateful for struggling to reach your goals, have a listen. I would love to hear your opinion.Don't forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and share!Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if you took a minute right now to subscribe, ra...2024-08-1505 min
SEEing to LeadWhat's Your SignalWe all send signals to the world about who we are. The funny thing is that most people already know, but they possibly know something different.Who do people know you to really be? Does it match who you show yourself to be?It's simple to understand, but difficult to break the old habit. It is hard at first, but eventually more comfortable because you live as you are instead of how you hope other people see you.I would love to hear your opinion. Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and...2024-08-0806 min
SEEing to LeadPrioritizeIf everything is important, nothing is important!How is it that we have so many priorities that we can't focus on the most important one? We often talk about the importance of habits, but what if it's our habits that are holding us back from our top priority?What's the secret to making sure all our priorities get the attention they need based on where we rate them? The answer is in the video!I would love to hear your opinion. Make sure you hit subscribe and share!Don’t Forget to...2024-08-0106 min
SEEing to LeadHalf a LoafWhat does not having enough ingredients for French Toast and hitting our goals have in common?Reaching your goals isn't about showing up at 100% every day. It's about showing up at your personal 100% every day.There are many times we don't feel like working hard. There are times when we can't give it our all like we usually do. The important thing is to show up and try as hard as we can in that moment.Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out th...2024-07-2506 min
SEEing to LeadTrash FlowersBloom where you are planted! That is advice often given but seldom understood.We often find ourselves in situations or circumstances that are less than ideal, but beyond our control. When this occurs, we have three choices. We also have three steps to keep us from being stuck there.Check all six out in the video, take the challenge, and tell me how it works for you!Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if...2024-07-1806 min
SEEing to LeadAccept ResistenceWhat do you do when people are resisting your work to achieve goals?It's a thing called turning critics into cheerleaders. Not everyone will cheer, but if you give them voice they will be more willing to work with you than against.Have a listen, take the challenge, and tell me how it works for you!Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if you took a minute right now to subscribe, rate, and re...2024-07-1106 min
SEEing to LeadA New FirepitWhat does me getting a new firepit have to do with building community and teamwork?How would a hazardous material removal day help me get to know my neighbors better?Have a listen to hear how and let me know your thoughts.Take the challenge and see how much you improve your surroundings!Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if you took a minute right now to subscribe, rate, and review on...2024-07-0406 min
SEEing to LeadOne In One OutWe stand ready to get on the elevator to the upper floors. We are in a hurry because after all, we want to get to a higher level. Then the doors open and there isn't any room for us to get on.That is, until we let the others off to make room.All to often we lose focus under the temptation of wanting to try something new. Trying new things is a good thing. Trying to hang on to all of them is a bad thing. It keeps us from fitting on that elevator...2024-06-2706 min
SEEing to LeadPrepareBen Franklin said it best. "Failing to prepare is preparing to fail."There are many times in life when we hit a roadblock or some difficulty arises that stops us short of our goal. I don't see that as a failure, but instead a need for more preparation. The great thing about making goals and improvement about a process rather than a destination is that we can always go as far as we have prepared for and rather than stopping, feeling defeated, just step back and prepare some more.Looking at the improvement process in...2024-06-2006 min
SEEing to LeadKnowing YourselfThe most difficult thing for us to do is be completely honest with ourselves about the extent of our abilities. For us to reach our highest level of success possible we need to know exactly when to ask for help and when we can push further.So how do we help ourselves come to an objective conclusion concerning our ability? Our family members often overestimate and our detractors often underestimate. We all need to find that group who is supportive, but realistic and interested in helping us.Go make yourself better by finding those objective...2024-06-1306 min
SEEing to LeadAnticipationIf you're more experienced, you remember it from a ketchup commercial. If not, I'm sure you've felt it. Whether it had to do with getting something you wanted or going somewhere new, there is always the feeling of time slowing down present.Fortunately, we finally get there. Unfortunately, it sometimes deters us from even getting started. It's in that moment when the decision to just start or take another step is crucial to us achieving our goal. After all, every ending had a beginning. It's important to remember that we choose one and influence the other.2024-06-0606 min
SEEing to LeadMentally HeathyWeather changes, sometimes rapidly. So does life.Both can have the same effect on us. It can cause us to feel run down, not up to our everyday activities, or even down or sorry for ourselves. The thing is, we have no control over the weather, but we do have control over how we react to the changes in our lives and the feelings that accompany them.I offer some small, simple but maybe not easy, steps in this message. Have a listen and let me know your thoughts.Don’t Forget to Re...2024-05-3007 min
SEEing to LeadSkills for Connection with Miriam CampbellMiriam Campbell, a trained speech language pathologist, social worker, author, and teacher, discusses her approach to integrating social emotional learning skills in education. She emphasizes the importance of real-life conflicts as opportunities for growth, the need for ongoing teacher support and training, and the significance of cultivating compassion for oneself and others.SummaryMiriam Campbell, a trained speech language pathologist, social worker, author, and teacher, discusses her approach to integrating social emotional learning skills in education. She emphasizes the importance of real-life conflicts as opportunities for growth, the need for ongoing teacher support and training, and...2024-05-2743 min
SEEing to LeadBe Cool, Fall ShortWhen did it become cooler to sit back, play it safe, and criticize those who are trying to better themselves instead of putting ourselves out there to push our limits and improve ourselves?Doing that not only stunts our own personal growth, but makes it difficult for others around us to get involved and succeed. Getting better requires mistakes and failure. That is the main ingredient to ultimate success!Instead of being the crab in the bucket that pulls the other crabs who are close to reaching the top back in, we should be sure...2024-05-2305 min
SEEing to LeadThe Career Toolkit & Brain Bump with Mark HerschbergMark is the creator of Brain Bump and author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for SuccessThat No One Taught You. Mark has spent his career launching and developing new ventures atstartups and Fortune 500s and in academia. He helped to start the Undergraduate PracticeOpportunities Program, dubbed MIT’s “career success accelerator,” where he teaches annually.He also works with many non-profits, currently serving on the board of Plant a Million Corals.SummaryIn this episode Mark Hirshberg, the creator of Brain Bump and author...2024-05-2146 min
SEEing to LeadCheck the ReplayYeah, I was pretty upset about that pass interference call the ref failed to make! All the way up until I saw the replay from a different angle showing how is was a great play instead of a bungled call.How often in our lives have we jumped to conclusions based on the narrow viewpoint of our own perspective only to find out later that we had it wrong? Did we cause too much damage to a relationship or someone else before we stepped back to look at the situation from a different viewpoint? We should all...2024-05-1606 min
The-Rehumanisation-StationWho is Flippin' & Vibin'? with Dr. XSend us a textThis is the first episode of The Rehumanisation Station featuring the host Christopher Jones AKA Dr. X, who is the creator of the Flippin' and Vibin' brand. This episode is a brief introduction around their background being a person who is Black, male and a scholarship athlete who has navigated sport and academia collectively and experienced racism and cultural stereotypes intersectionally. Dr. X also sets the stage of what is to come for their brand and podcast which offers listeners a chance to rehumanise with interviewed guests. Guests will include students, academics, athletes, c...2024-05-1320 min
SEEing to LeadTake Out the TrashWhen is the last time you took out the trash?What if I asked you the same question, but I wasn't talking about the trash in your kitchen? Instead I was talking about all the negative trash in your life that holds you back from being the most successful version of yourself. What would your answer be then?How many times have you tried to stuff it down to fit a little more in it instead of just getting rid of it? How many times has that resulted in the trash overflowing and making a...2024-05-0906 min
SEEing to LeadHow Are YouHow often do we ask that question with no interest in the answer? How often do we answer it knowing the person who asked doesn't really want to hear our answer?We can create more of an authentic focus on social emotional learning by taking small steps to increase empathy. Take the challenge in the video by taking a small step today.Remember that everyone is on their own journey that continues long after you have stopped seeing them. Make that time a bright, positive moment. You'll be amazed at the difference you can make.2024-05-0205 min
SEEing to LeadEveryone is Unique with David ShultzDave is a former schoolteacher with 16 years of classroom experience. Dave also has 20 years of teaching experience in untraditional settings. He has a bachelor's degree and two masters degrees in education. While in the classroom, he was certified as a music teacher. He taught Band, Orchestra, Choir, and general music at all levels, preschool through college. Other items he has taught include swimming, Microsoft Office, SAP, Contract Management, Soft Skills, Customer Relationship Management, Presentation Skills, and Computer Skills. He comes from a family of teachers. At one point in time, there were 13 active professional teachers in the family. His spare...2024-04-2938 min
SEEing to LeadSimple Acts of ServiceHow often have we slowed down the pace of our lives enough to notice the small acts of service we can perform for others?Those small acts for us often have a larger impact on those who receive them. All we have to do is notice what we can do for others to make a large, positive impact on them and eventually our whole community.There is a challenge in the video. Start small and then build up to multiple acts. Whether they are small gifts or physical help they create small ripples that grow...2024-04-2506 min
SEEing to LeadThe Life Skills handbook with Shari PierceShari Pierce was born and raised in Yonkers, New York and was a special educator for the Yonkers Public Schools for thirty-three years. For twenty-three of those years, she worked with middle and high-schoolers with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities. Following her retirement, she wrote a book, "Life Skills: A Handbook for Parents & Teachers of the Intellectually Disabled" which gives gentle advice about educating this most special population and emphasizes collaboration among parents, teachers, administrators and support staff. She is also the sibling of an adult with developmental disabilities.Shari received her B.S...2024-04-2239 min
SEEing to LeadAround, Over, or ThroughNobody is perfect. Situations, even less often.We will always run across stumbling blocks or barriers to our success. When we do we have three choices we can make instead of giving in and not reaching our goal.We can go around by finding another solution to the problem. We can go over by persevering until we can overcome by outlasting what is in our way. We can go through by learning from our mistakes and failures and improving the skill set we need to be successful.What we can't do is accept...2024-04-1806 min
SEEing to LeadGiving Thanks, Gratitude, and Mental HealthThree things that unfortunately, are sometimes overlooked when they can be helped with small steps.Have a listen for a "3 for 1" strategy, repeated 5 times for maximum positive impact.Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if you took a minute right now to subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you listen! It helps the show out a lot!Who am I?I’ve b...2024-04-1105 min
SEEing to LeadYou First With Chris JonesWe often get caught up in our schedules as we move through the day. Before we know it, days turn into weeks and weeks turn into months. Suddenly we realize that there is a feeling of being unfulfilled. That feeling is an effect of not making time for ourselves as we stay busy making sure we are working to meet the needs and expectations of others.What we don't realize is that we can do all of that for others much better if we first make time for ourselves. By setting aside time to take care of...2024-04-0405 min
SEEing to LeadParaverbal Communication with Chris JonesWe often forget about one of the most important types of communication when interacting with people. You ever hear of the old saying, "It's not what you say, but how you say it"? That's because as humans, we scan our environment and other people for signs of acceptance or threats and what we hear feeds into our conclusion.We often use our tone to cover up our authentic feelings. The challenge in the video is about being true to ourselves, speaking our mind in the moment, and using honesty to build stronger relationships. Watch the video, take...2024-03-2805 min
SEEing to LeadFighting Procrastination With Chris JonesProcrastination creeps into a persons life in ways that make it a habit before being noticed. That makes it all the more difficult to combat so we can all more efficiently achieve higher levels of success.Creating consistent, distraction free activities and then utilizing systems to help organize your time are ways to combat the ever present urge to procrastinate.Take the challenge and let me know how it works out for you!Don’t Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would me...2024-03-2106 min
SEEing to LeadIQ + EQ = Success with Mike JamesMeet Mike, a passionate coach, mentor, and leader dedicated to fostering positive change through the principles of MIRA: Mindset, Intention, Right Action. With 17 years of experience in guiding, leading, and building national programs designed to teach, train, develop, and inspire, Mike brings a wealth of expertise. His goal is to instill positive psychology principles and inspire communities of all sizes to become organizations for good. Recently venturing into Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), Mike aims to further amplify his impact. As the founder of Simple Healthy Life, Mike is committed to guiding individuals and communities towards personal and collective...2024-03-1840 min
SEEing to LeadArtillery Fungus and Goals With Chris JonesHabit driven behaviors create habit driven results!I had a recent run in with some artillery fungus and considered how it relates to smoothing over habits that may be detrimental to your overall success. We can always add a new layer of action on top, but if we don't solve the underlying issue the need to "do the work" will eventually arise.Artillery fungus leaves small marks that become recognizable when there are a lot of them. But by then it's too late to easily get rid of them.Our habits leave signs...2024-03-1406 min
SEEing to LeadPlay That Game With Chris JonesWe don't stop playing games because we grow old. We grow old because we stop playing games!We are all busy. Often with pretty serious things. Unfortunately, it eats up all our time and we forget to step back. While our lives are serious we shouldn't always take ourselves so seriously.This week brings a message and challenge designed to help increase joy and connectedness in your life by not just building relationships, but maintaining them at a deeper level. We all desire fun at various levels. It's just a matter of making time for...2024-03-0706 min
Teaching Math Teaching PodcastEpisode 88: Christopher Jett: Being Excellent in Mathematics Teacher EducationLearning to teach mathematics teachers better with Dr. Christopher Jett, Associate Professor of Mathematics Education at Georgia State University. We discuss efforts to be an advocate for others within mathematics teacher education, and also his book, Black Male Success in Higher Education.
Show notes:
Jett, C. C. (2022). Black male success in higher education: How the mathematical brotherhood empowers a collegiate community to thrive. Teachers College Press.
https://www.tcpress.com/black-male-success-in-higher-education-9780807767412
Jett, C.,Yeh, C., & Zavala, M. (2022). From argumentation to truth-telling: Critical race theory in mathematics teacher education. MathematicsTeacher Educator,10(3), 223-230. https...2024-02-2836 min
SEEing to LeadUse That Excuse With Chris JonesExcuses are bad, but incredibly powerful!We often use excuses to get out of things we don't really want to do. We also use them to make ourselves feel better for having fallen short of a goal or not doing what we need to get there in the first place.But what if we could use the power of excuses for good? What if we could use them to help us reach our goals instead of not succeeding?We can if we just flip the excuse around! Next time you are going to...2024-02-2605 min
SEEing to LeadActions Speak Louder Than Words With Chris JonesThis is an old phrase, but still relevant every day.How can we keep from not matching what we value with the time we spend doing it? I offer a strategy to find out what our actions say we value rather than what we say in the video.Take the challenge by examining what you currently do and comparing it to how that shows what you value through action rather than speech. Then take the steps to align your actions and words.Let me know your thoughts and how the challenge works for...2024-02-1906 min
SEEing to LeadMinimize, Prioritize, Say No With Chris JonesReaching our goals is about more than just setting them and then making a plan. It is often about how we approach the small steps that present themselves every day.Follow the steps I outline to make progress on those small steps that make the bigger picture a reality. Distractions come in many forms, minimize them. Putting lower priority tasks first halts our ability to complete what is needed at the time. Taking on extra when it isn't aligned with our goals makes us do multiple things with less success for everything.Don’t Forget to...2024-02-1206 min
SEEing to LeadFocus First With Chris JonesKey Points:Focus is not the product of our environment. Instead our environment is the result of our ability to and level of focus.Things like anxiety , poor relationships, and low self-esteem can be improved when we learn to increase our focus in certain areas.Anxiety comes with feelings of being overwhelmed. If we take a step back, focus on the things we can control and narrow down what we try to accomplish, we will notice that progress is being made and what lies in front of us is not so overwhelming.Poor relationships are often the result...2024-02-0506 min
SEEing to LeadTwo Affirmations and One QuestionKey Points:Walking the line between empathy and problem solving is difficult.Try this strategy to help support those facing difficulties and the trap of the negative self talk cycle. Then maybe they will return the favor when you need it.After all, we will always face negative circumstances. The question is how do we move past them so we can be positive and realize greater levels of success.SEEing to Lead Extras!Like the content, want to be a guest, or know someone who would? Reach out to me on Twitter...2024-01-2906 min
SEEing to LeadSTEM PunksThrough 23 years in Education, Jonathan has been at the bleeding edge of learning how digital tools (STEM, AR/VR, AI, environment sensors) and a focus on our humanity can boost the success of students everywhere. He has also learned by working with luminaries such as Dr. Rubin Puentedura (SAMR), Dr. Larry Johnson (NMC) and Prof Stephen Heppell (Learnometer), the FutureWe Community, and his current role as Chief Futures Officer at STEM Punks, how tools alone are not enough - but must be combined with futures thinking to truly transform lives.To this end Jonathan is writing the...2024-01-2248 min
SEEing to LeadSilencing the Inner CriticSam Tarell is a serial entrepreneur and TEDx speaker. He's the founder of Divergent U, a one year alternative to college in Orlando, Florida to help students discover their professional purpose and achieve their dream lifestyle. Key Takeaways:Setting a quick timer to design or reach a goal turns off the critic in our head and silences the negativity so that we can enter a state of divergent thinking quicker.The less we talk when leading workshops or lessons, the better the learning is for students.It's important to trust that you don't h...2023-12-2546 min
SEEing to LeadIdentifying LimitationsSam Tarell is a serial entrepreneur and TEDx speaker. He's the founder of Divergent U, a one year alternative to college in Orlando, Florida to help students discover their professional purpose and achieve their dream lifestyle. Key Takeaways:Nine limitations, we all face.ClarityDisciplineBeliefsCultureLocationRulesConnectionsMoneyTimeThe first three are internal.The second three external.The last three are the strategy.We need to invite students in to be part of their educational experienceFour healthy habit pillarsRestExerciseNutritionBreathStay in Touch:LinkedInDivergent University2023-12-1846 min
SEEing to LeadAccomplishing Goals Without Sacrificing ValuesSam Tarell is a serial entrepreneur and TEDx speaker. He's the founder of Divergent U, a one year alternative to college in Orlando, Florida to help students discover their professional purpose and achieve their dream lifestyle. Key Takeaways:Values, goals, and process is a key framework to follow when getting into Divergent thinking. This is an important framework because it teaches leaders, or encourages them, to stay hands off when it comes to process. This is another way to enact empowerment. If someone can accomplish the goals without sacrificing the values. Then why would we c...2023-12-1139 min
SEEing to LeadFinding Your True InterestSam Tarell is a serial entrepreneur and TEDx speaker. He's the founder of Divergent U, a one year alternative to college in Orlando, Florida to help students discover their professional purpose and achieve their dream lifestyle. Key Takeaways:Divergent thinking is what's required for complex problem solving and discovering personal values and philosophies and passions.You can tell what someone is passionate about by analyzing their time spent. Where they spend their time the most is what is most important to them.Ask the 10 hour question or do the 10 hour activity to discover what's important.F...2023-12-0437 min
SEEing to LeadFrom Striving to ThrivingDr. Karavedas is an experienced leader with over 25 years of executive-level leadership in independent schools and nonprofits. With a Masters in Education and a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, Dr. Karavedas actively teaches as a Professor at Bachelors and Masters levels. She currently holds the position of Director of Research and New Program Development at Orange Lutheran High School where she is responsible for development and oversight of the school’s flexible learning options and pathways exploring innovation in education.With a strong academic and research focus on development of middle management leaders for next level...2023-11-0640 min
SEEing to LeadUnraveling the Mental Health IssueCharle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. With over 20 years of education and mental health leadership experience, she has the unique lens of both a certified teacher and a licensed clinical therapist specializing in trauma. Charle holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work. Her role as a high school teacher coupled with her work with children and families in crisis gives her incredible insight into solving youth mental health problems stemming from our schools. She is the co-author of Improving School Mental Health...2023-10-2337 min
SEEing to LeadSeen and KnownInnovative business management professional experienced in academics, education, admissions, and non-profit development. An energetic creative visionary and strategic organizational leader, possessing a growth-oriented solution driven mindset, and effective communication, relationship building, project planning, complex problem solving, and change management skills. Analytical, decisive, and influential in driving profitability and creating working cultures where team members thrive. A highly self-aware functional collaborator and individual contributor enthusiastic about adding value within a mission driven organization. Ross is excellent at connecting people. He is passionate about putting people in touch with each other so they can benefit. Ross created a day of service...2023-10-0939 min
SEEing to LeadEducation to Change the WorldJulia Briggs was an educator for 12+ years, taught science and chemistry in the United Kingdom and then in Colombia, where she led the Chemistry team. Julia has worked as an adult learning facilitator for the past 3 years and now works as head of operations for Education to Change the World. She has a master's degree in educational leadership from Tampere University of Applied Sciences in Finland.Some Key Takeaways:We need to be educating students for the future right now instead of using the past to educate for tomorrow.The concept of order delivery is key t...2023-10-0241 min
SEEing to LeadScaling Back Structure and Amplifying AutonomySome Key TakeawaysTeachers need to be given the opportunity to creatively educate students rather than being told what and how to teach and talk.Help teachers reengage with their why by scaling back restriction and amplifying autonomyGeneral structures need to be present for teachers to act creatively and if we are going to offer autonomy.Increasing opportunities for collaboration among teachers increases like experiences for students across classes.We need to exercise the "less is more" approach with teachers so that they can give that to the students.Teacher led professional development based on their needs is...2023-09-2541 min
SEEing to LeadEducational Innovation 360Cassandra Williams is an accomplished educator, administrator, and entrepreneur with a passion for transforming education and supporting teachers. She holds a Master's degree in Educational Administration from California State University, Northridge, and a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Southern Illinois University. As the CEO and Founder of Educational Innovation 360°, Cassandra leads a successful consulting group specializing in teacher training, adult learning, and instructional coaching. Her company focuses on improving the K-20 learning process through innovative research-based techniques and strategies. Cassandra oversees the mission, vision, and direction of the company, manages daily operations, and leads both internal and external t...2023-09-1838 min
SEEing to LeadThe Art of In-School SuspensionJohnathan has seven years of experience as a special education teacher at a therapeutic campus for students with emotional disturbance and four more years as an in-school suspension teacher at two middle schools. After discovering how in-school suspension programs are failing to meet the needs of our most at-risk students, Johnathan created a successful in-school suspension program to address the current disciplinary, academic, and restorative requirements of our student populations. After establishing successful ISS programs on two campuses, he made the decision to create a roadmap for others to follow in his latest book The Art of In-School Suspension...2023-09-1143 min
SEEing to LeadBeing R.E.A.L.Tara Martin is an enthusiastic educator, national speaker, and author who thrives on change and refuses to settle for the status quo. She has served as a classroom teacher, an instructional coach for several years, and most recently, a district administrator. As the founder of #BookSnaps, the latest reading comprehension strategy currently implemented in seventeen countries, she is always seeking unique ways to make learning fun, relevant, and meaningful.Tara is the author of the inspirational book, Be REAL: Educate from the Heart and Cannonball In, a motivating children's b...2023-07-1747 min
SEEing to LeadCommunity for LearningCarla Mayrink is the director and co-founder of The Community for Learning, an International School in the Dominican Republic. For the past 32 years she has worked as a secondary language arts teacher, an academic coach, and school director. She presents workshops on new initiatives in education including restorative practices, student-led learning, coaching, leadership skills, and professional development. Her work on inquiry based professional development has been highlighted in Edutopia. She has presented at AMLE 2020 the Virginia ASCD 2020 Annual Conference, the Equity and Anti bias Conference 2021, the FETC 2022, and others. Carla shares teaching strategies and innovations on her blog, the...2023-07-1040 min
SEEing to LeadLEADership FrameworkDr. Nick Davies is an elementary associate principal for Vancouver Public Schools and an adjunct Faculty Member at Pacific University. He has a Ph.D. in Education and Leadership and wrote his dissertation on Curriculum Implementation. Nick has previously held roles as a high school associate principal/athletic director and was a high school math teacher and head track and field coach. He was a two-time state track and field coach of the year in Oregon. Nick also served as a reservist in the U.S. Coast Guard and currently serves on the Emerging Professionals Board at the Blanchet...2023-07-0337 min
SEEing to LeadHealing Happens Through RelationshipsRachel Archambault, M.A. CCC-SLP is speech-language pathologist who specializes in trauma-informed care (TIC). Rachel found TIC after experiencing a traumatic event at work on 2/14/18. She was looking for ways to help her students who had just undergone trauma as well as herself. She realized that not only would this help for those specific students, but that TIC could be applied to any setting, any population, and with any age group. As an SLP, she offers a unique perspective to how trauma informed care falls under her professional scope of practice as well as for other healthcare professionals and...2023-06-2637 min
SEEing to LeadThe 6 Pillars of Trauma Informed CareRachel Archambault, M.A. CCC-SLP is speech-language pathologist who specializes in trauma-informed care (TIC). Rachel found TIC after experiencing a traumatic event at work on 2/14/18. She was looking for ways to help her students who had just undergone trauma as well as herself. She realized that not only would this help for those specific students, but that TIC could be applied to any setting, any population, and with any age group. As an SLP, she offers a unique perspective to how trauma informed care falls under her professional scope of practice as well as for other healthcare professionals and...2023-06-1934 min
SEEing to LeadSeeing The Whole StaircaseDr. Karen Dudek-Brannan is the founder of Dr. Karen, LLC, a company focused on empowering educators to support language, literacy, executive functioning, and cognitive wellness. She currently offers professional development focused on helping K-12 teams develop programs and services that support students in the areas of leadership, language, literacy, and executive functioning. Dr. Karen is a licensed SLP and has a doctorate in special education, a special education director license, and an assistive technology graduate certificate. She spent 14 years in the school systems before starting her online education company in 2015. She's currently the host of the De Facto Leaders...2023-06-1248 min
SEEing to LeadHistorical Perspective and EmpathyKelly Chase is a high school history teacher and middle leader. She is the creator of the History Detective Podcast and more recently the History Detective YouTube channel which is a classroom ready teaching resource that teachers can use in both their classroom and online learning environments. Kelly started her teaching journey as an English as a Second Language teacher in Japan and eventually made the switch to high school where she fell in love with teaching history. She has a passion for both First Nations Australian history and women’s history. Kelly is just about to release her fi...2023-06-0544 min
SEEing to LeadSEEing to Lead on the Authority PodcastI was lucky enough to be a guest on The Authority Podcast, also a member of the BE Podcast Network, hosted by Ross Romano. In this episode, we discussed my book, SEEing to Lead, published by Code Breaker, Inc.Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomanoSome of Ross' Key Takeaways:The problem with education...2023-05-2249 min
SEEing to LeadSEEing to Lead on The Authority PodcastI was lucky enough to be a guest on The Authority Podcast, also a member of the BE Podcast Network, hosted by Ross Romano. In this episode, we discussed my book, SEEing to Lead, published by Code Breaker, Inc. Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano Some of Ross' Key Takeaways: The problem with education traditions: “One...2023-05-1547 min
SEEing to LeadS.M.I.L.E. LearningLaurie Guyon is the Coordinator of Model Schools at Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES). Her role focuses on professional learning around technology integration for over 31 school districts across five counties. Laurie is the Capital Region Director and a trainer for New York State Association for Computers and Technologies in Education (NYSCATE). Laurie is also the author of the book SMILE Learning: Leveraging the Power of Educational Technology. Key Takeaways: Educational technology should be used as a tool to open up more doors if it's integrated into the classroom properly. We need to recognize and pa...2023-05-0841 min
SEEing to LeadLeading the Whole Teacher (March 2023)Allyson Apsey has been an educator for more than twenty-four years; a school leader for nineteen of those years. She is passionate about having a serendipity mindset, looking for the beautiful lessons that every experience holds. She tries to be transparent, vulnerable and supportive, and she doesn't ask questions unless she wants the answers. Despite the fact that she never wanted to set foot in a school again after high school graduation, there is nowhere else she'd rather spend her days than in classrooms. In fact, she doesn’t even have a chair at her desk because sh...2023-05-0138 min
SEEing to LeadBelonging and AdmirationVictor Nixon is originally from South Carolina, but calls Texas home. He graduated with a BA in Psychology from The Citadel (Military College of South Carolina). He earned a M.Ed. in Educational Psychology from the University of Oklahoma. Victor also earned a MA in Counseling from Amberton University. He earned an Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Liberty University. Vic has over 20 years of public school experience in Texas. He was a behavior adjustment teacher in the elementary level before becoming an administrator. He has experience as an Assistant Principal at both the elementary and secondary levels...2023-04-2439 min
SEEing to LeadShow Up, Lead Up, Level UpJethro Jones, is a national award-winning former school leader, podcaster, and author of the books How to be a Transformative Principal and SchoolX: How principals can design a transformative school experience for the people right in front of them! He is also founder of the BE Podcast Network, the best educational podcast network out there. Jethro currently consults school leaders on strategies to help them save time, lead more effectively, and overcome their own weaknesses. Jethro has worked as a principal at all K-12 levels, including a prison school, a district coach, distance learning team lead, and English teacher.2023-04-1743 min
SEEing to LeadLet's Figure It OutAs a chronically late student, Danny Bauer once told his Chemistry teacher a fib about saving an entire girl scout troop from a burning building to get out of a tardy.Danny is not sure if it was the very made up story, the very real cookie he offered his teacher, or a combination of both that got him out of a detention that day …That experience taught him it pays to develop your storytelling skills.Danny has been telling stories since then, most recently on the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast, ranked in...2023-04-1043 min
SEEing to LeadThe Big PictureJen Schwanke, Ed.D., is a longtime educator, teaching and leading at all levels. She is the author of three ASCD books, including the just-released, The Teacher's Principal: How School Leaders Can Support and Motivate Their Teachers. She has written and presented for multiple state and local education organizations, and has provided professional development to various districts in the areas of school climate, personnel, and instructional leadership. She is an instructor in educational administration at Miami University of Ohio. Dr. Schwanke currently serves as a Deputy Superintendent in Ohio.Key Takeaways:Effective leadership is at...2023-04-0339 min
SEEing to LeadCommunicating With ParentsCrystal Frommert, M.Ed, has over 20 years’ experience as an educator in middle and high school. Crystal has taught math, computer science, and social justice in public, parochial, and international schools. Beyond teaching, she has served as an instructional coach, school board member, adjunct college instructor, technology coordinator, and assistant head of middle school. She has presented at local, national, and international educational conferences on topics ranging from social and emotional learning to technology integration. She currently teaches middle school math in Houston, where she lives with her husband, daughter, and fluffy dog.Key Takeaways:Students sp...2023-03-2739 min
SEEing to LeadModeling, Building, and FeedbackI share some of the insights from my book around how to better support those we serve. The second part of this double episode covers the areas of:Modeling PathwaysBuilding a BridgeGiving Feedback on ProgressThanks for taking the time to listen!SEEing to Lead Extras!Like the content, want to be a guest, or know someone who would? Reach out to me on Twitter at @DrCSJonesHave you taken the time to order and read my latest book!Seeing to Lead is filled with practical resources and personal...2023-03-2030 min
SEEing to LeadTrust , Coaching, and CommunicationI share some of the insights from my book around how to better support those we serve. The first part of this double episode covers the areas of:Strategies for Building TrustCoaching Instead of MentoringCommunicationThanks for taking the time to listen!SEEing to Lead Extras!Like the content, want to be a guest, or know someone who would? Reach out to me on Twitter at @DrCSJonesHave you taken the time to order and read my latest book!Seeing to Lead is filled with practical resources and personal s...2023-03-1331 min
SEEing to LeadInaction is HarmfulLindsay Lyons is an educational justice coach who helps schools and districts co-create feminist, antiracist curricula that challenges, affirms, and inspires all students. A former NYC public school teacher, she holds a PhD in Leadership and Change, and is the founder of the blog and podcast, Time for Teachership. She believes the secret sauce of educational equity is student voice.Key Takeaways:Inaction for just causes harmful.We need to go from being the sage on the stage to making content relevant to unlock students natural curiosity and passion for learning.Learning in schools needs to...2023-03-0649 min
SEEing to LeadControl Of Your Own FutureDr. Erik Youngman is an education leader who is passionate about topics such as homework, growth mindset, grading, and leadership. Published books he has written include, "The Magic of Growth Mindset," and "12 Characteristics of Deliberate Homework," as well as a chapter for, "100 No-Nonsense Things That All Teachers Should Stop Doing." Erik has also written numerous blogs about growth mindset and grading.This is his twenty-second year in educational leadership. Erik is the Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning for Libertyville District 70 in Libertyville, Illinois. Previous education experiences include being a principal in Libertyville as well as an ass...2023-02-2738 min
SEEing to LeadAgency and Effective EffortAs a Digital Learning Coach in Walpole, Massachusetts, Jed Stefanowicz provides job-embedded professional development and instructional coaching for academic technology. Through conferences, workshops, and coaching, Jed aims to engage and build staff/student digital learning capacity, keeping the focus on practice over product. As a 25 year elementary educator, speaker, blogger, and former Massachusetts Teach Plus Policy Fellow, Jed shares his passion for effective tech integration to transform teaching and learning, creating engaging and equitable digital learning environments and experiences that activate, innovate, and motivate digital learning. He is the author of Take AIM at Digital Learning: Activate, Innovate, Motivate a...2023-02-2043 min
SEEing to LeadAuthenticity, Empathy, and GraceBryon Carpenter is an online and blended learning teacher in Abbotsford BC Canada. Bryon just entered his 15th year of teaching. Being your former research scientist, Bryon teaches chemistry and math online, and digital literacy and media design with students in his building two days a week. Bryon served as a helping teacher for technology in his district which really enhanced his game in leadership and digital tools. Bryon is the host of the FreshAirAtFive podcast. He is a husband and the proud dad of 3. Bryon has been an elder in his church community for a number of years a...2023-02-1339 min
SEEing to LeadRelationships, Fun, and MemorableBob Silveira is currently the principal of Joseph Case Junior High School. He has been there for 13 years and this caps off almost a 30 year career in education. He was named the 2014 Massachusetts Principal of the Year and I personally and this is one of the reasons I’m excited to talk to Bob today because he’s first of all a fantastic leader, but I’ve personally presented a couple of times with him at Ignite presentations at a state conference. One of the things I really need to mention about Bob is that he’s currently the Principa...2023-02-0637 min
SEEing to LeadSystematic, Scalable, and SustainableRae Hughart is a Middle Level Math Educator in Illinois, creator of the Teach Further Model, Instructional Assistant Professor at Illinois State University, and the Director of Training & Development for the Teach Better Team. Rae continues to facilitate rich discussions with educators around mastering personalized learning, providing targeted student-focused feedback, and the impact of incorporating purpose into student daily learning. Through building partnerships with local businesses, Rae continues to support educators in designing dynamic, impactful, effective, and connected content - showing the impact of teaching beyond the four walls of a classroom and altering a community into a...2023-01-3037 min
SEEing to LeadSEEing to Lead on This is LeadershipDr. Jones, host of the SEEing to Lead podcast and author of SEEing to Lead, was a guest on the This is Leadership podcast.Join us as we discsuss all things leadership and go over my recent book, SEEing to Lead. Here are three ways you can increase your impact and continue to improve as a leader!Pick up your copy of the 5 star rated SEEing to Lead: Support, Engage, Empower today! Bulk orders are available at seeingtolead.com. Subscribe to the SEEing to Lead podcast for weekly interviews with teachers, leaders, and st...2022-12-261h 14
FSJam PodcastEpisode 73 - Serverless Guru with Ryan JonesRyan Jones is the CEO of Serverless Guru, an agency that provides serverless consulting and development.In this episode we discuss leveraging serverless knowledge to launch your career, measuring the true cost of migrating a production application, and how serverless initiatives can spin out.Ryan JonesTwitterLinkedInServerless GuruHome PageTwitterTalking ServerlessLinksFSJam37 - Talking Serverless with Josh ProtoServerless: Zero to Paid Professional2022-05-2343 min
The TomCastSolving the Sales Problem with Christopher JonesOn this round of the podcast Tom chats with Christopher Jones, Chief Problem Solver of Secure Records Solutions located in Thomasville, Georgia. Christopher outlines five critical approaches he’s taken to respond to a sales problem he uncovered in the company, along with the implications and outcomes of that response. That’s at least two major $10,000 insights in this episode that you won’t want to miss. If you’re struggling with sales in your shredding company, this one's for you.++++++++++Christopher JonesChief Problem SolverSecure Records SolutionsYou can find Secure Reco...2022-05-1731 minThe TomCastSolving the Sales Problem with Christopher JonesOn this round of the podcast Tom chats with Christopher Jones, Chief Problem Solver of Secure Records Solutions located in Thomasville, Georgia. Christopher outlines five critical approaches he’s taken to respond to a sales problem he uncovered in the company, along with the implications and outcomes of that response. That’s at least two major $10,000 insights in this episode that you won’t want to miss. If you’re struggling with sales in your shredding company, this one's for you.++++++++++Christopher JonesChief Problem SolverSecure Records SolutionsYou can find Secure Reco...2022-05-1731 min
Transformative PrincipalSEEing to Lead with Christopher Jones Transformative Principal 477Dr. Chris Jones has been an educator in Massachusetts for 21 years. He has just finished his 13th year as a building administrator. True to his “why” of improving the educational experience for as many people as possible by being purposeful, acting with integrity, and building character, he is currently the Principal of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School in Whitman, Massachusetts. Chris is also an Massachusetts Influence 100 Fellow focused on improving diversity, equity, and inclusion in the educational setting and a Vice President of the Massachusetts School Administrators Association (MSAA). Chris is passionate about continuous improvement and the idea that s...2022-04-1727 min
SEEing to Lead042 - Make It Local And PersonalChristopher Dodge is the Lead Learner of the Orange Elementary Schools, a PreK-6 school district in central/western Massachusetts. Christopher has served the community of Orange for 7 years. In that time, the schools have worked to create collaborative structures and systems that bring stakeholder voice into school level decision making, as well as strategies that promote student success and achievement. Orange Elementary utilizes these systems to promote a vision of serving the whole child, ensuring that students social emotional and academic needs are being met. Aside from his role as principal, Christopher serves on DESE's Principal/Teacher Advisory Cabinet...2022-01-2431 min
SEEing to Lead041 - Build Structures to Meet NeedsChristopher Dodge is the Lead Learner of the Orange Elementary Schools, a PreK-6 school district in central/western Massachusetts. Christopher has served the community of Orange for 7 years. In that time, the schools have worked to create collaborative structures and systems that bring stakeholder voice into school level decision making, as well as strategies that promote student success and achievement. Orange Elementary utilizes these systems to promote a vision of serving the whole child, ensuring that students social emotional and academic needs are being met. Aside from his role as principal, Christopher serves on DESE's Principal/Teacher Advisory Cabinet...2022-01-1735 min
Sober Native PodcastEpisode 2 - Sober Native PodcastToday's guest is Cayla Jones from white swan, wa. She is currently at HINU playing college basketball. We had a great discussion today talking about drug addiction, mental health, suicide, dieting, good energy and bad energy. We had an overall great talk about life.2021-10-1343 min
SEEing to Lead022 - Growth and DevelopmentJethro Jones, 2017 NASSP Digital Principal of the Year, is a former principal and host of Transformative Principal and co-founder of The Center for Cyberethics, independent, non-partisan educational institute dedicated to the study and promotion of cyberethics. Jethro is the author of the book, SchoolX: How principals can design a transformative school experience for students, teachers, parents – and themselves! Jethro currently consults schools and districts on redesign efforts that don't seem like another program. Jethro has worked as a principal at all K-12 levels, including a prison school, a district coach, distance learning team lead, and English teacher. Ke...2021-08-2352 min