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The OCR LoungeSpecial Episode: Leaders are Readers with MRA Head of School Termie LandA Book Tasting Menu for the Mind: Must-Reads for Growth, Leadership & Faith
In this episode, we're serving up something special—an extension of the engaging presentation given by MRA Head of School Termie Land at the UMS-Wright Leadership Conference. It’s a Book Tasting Menu curated to nourish your personal, spiritual, and professional growth.
We’ll explore each course of the menu—Appetizers, Sides, Entrees, and even Beverages & Desserts—featuring powerful reads like 12 Ordinary Men, The Advantage, Good to Great, BE 2.0, Everyday Gospel, and The Barn. Whether you're a student, educator, leader, or lifelong learner, these titles are sure to spark refl...2025-06-251h 11
The Wright WayDr. Sandra Parker and Dr. Sean Sinclair '05On this episode of The Wright Way podcast, Dr. Barber sits down with two leading psychiatrists in the Mobile Bay area, Dr. Sandra Parker (future grandparent) and Dr. Sean Sinclair '05. Dr. Parker is the Department Chair of Psychiatry at the University of South Alabama and is the Chief Medical Officer at AltaPointe Health. Dr. Sinclair is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of South Alabama and is employed with AltaPointe Health as an adolescent psychiatrist. 2025-04-091h 18The Wright WayCoach Sam WilliamsUMS-Wright proudly welcomes Sam Williams as its new head football coach, bringing a track record of excellence in both coaching and leadership.A 2009 graduate of Northwest Rankin High School in Mississippi, Williams was a standout multi-sport athlete, competing in football, soccer, and track. He continued his football career at Mississippi State University as a wide receiver while earning a degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology in 2013. He later pursued a Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary at MSU, reinforcing his commitment to education and mentorship.Williams began his coaching career at Northwest Rankin, where he coached footba...2025-03-2535 minThe Wright WayScott WilsonScott Wilson has served as a leader in independent school education for 40 years!He previously served as President and Headmaster of Baylor School in Tennessee from 2009 to 2021. Prior to his appointment at Baylor, Scott enjoyed successful tenures as Head of School at both Brookstone School and Valwood School, both in Georgia. Scott also served Hammond School in South Carolina as a teacher, coach, admission director, and Upper School Head.A leader in state and regional organizations, Scott has served as a Director for the Georgia Independent School Association (GISA), the Tennessee Association of Independent Schools (TAIS), and...2025-02-191h 03
detektor.fm | PodcastsWas läuft heute? | Sprich mit mir, Riechen – Auf der Fährte des verkannten Sinns, So Help Me ToddSprich mit mir
„Sprich mit mir“ ist ein Spielfilm, in dem es um eine Mutter und ihre Tochter geht, die zusammen in den Urlaub nach Rügen fahren. Als sie den Single-Vater Jochen treffen, kochen alte Konflikte wieder hoch. Tochter Karo sieht in ihm den Vater, den sie nie hatte, doch für die Mutter Michaela ist Jochen nur ein Flirt. Ihr könnt „Sprich mit mir“ jetzt in der ARD-Mediathek schauen.
Riechen — Auf der Fährte des verkannten Sinns
Riechen ist ein sehr unterschätzter Sinn. Das behauptet zumindest die Dokumentation „Riechen — Auf der Fährte des v...2025-02-0205 minThe Wright Way2024 5A VOLLEYBALL STATE CHAMPIONSOn this episode of The Wright Way Podcast, Dr. Barber sits down with Head Volleyball Coach Wing Brett and the five seniors from the 2024 5A Volleyball State Champion team.
Have someone you would like to hear on the podcast or want to be a guest yourself? Drop a line in the comments or email asmith@ums-wright.org. 2025-01-301h 06The Wright Way2023-2024 Girls' Golf SpotlightOn this episode of The Wright Way podcast, Dr. Barber catches up with Coach Koziol and two members of the 2023-2024 7A State Championship Girls' Golf Team, Frances Brown and Maria Penaranda.2024-12-1156 minThe Wright WayClass of 2025 - Student SpotlightOn this episode of The Wright Way, Dr. Barber catches up with two members of the Class of 2025, Denton Elliott and Hilton Nguyen!
Visit your favorite podcast platform, search "The Wright Way," and click subscribe so you don't miss out on any upcoming episodes! Have someone you would like to hear on the podcast or want to be a guest yourself? Drop a line in the comments or email asmith@ums-wright.org.2024-11-1255 min
High School Sports Today(HSST) High School Sports Today w/Rick Cleveland 10.29.2024 w/guests ESPN-Huntsville-Drew DeArmond, UMS-Wright Head of School - Dr. Doug Barber, and The "Voice" of the Opelika Bulldogs FB - Van Riggs#alabamasports #sports #prepsportsnation #highschoolathlete #highschoolsports #football #basketball #youthsports #highschoolathletes #sportsvideos #champion #playerempowerment #athlete #atheletes #atheletics #studentathlete #support #morethananathlete #youthdevelopment #recruitment #promote #encourage #encouragement #teams #sportstraining #sportsmanship #ballislife #football #sports #sportsradio #sportspodcast #podcast #sportstalk #espn #broadcast #radioshow #basketball #baseball #motivation #athlete #bhfyp #radio #follow #peronsaltraining #fitness #thelockerroom #thankyouforyoursupport2024-10-301h 46The Wright WayDr. Bob McGinleyDr. Bob McGinley is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon who has made significant contributions both in his medical career and to the UMS-Wright community. A graduate of Princeton University with a bachelor’s degree in biology, Dr. McGinley went on to earn his medical degree from Emory Medical School in Atlanta, Georgia. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s renowned Campbell Clinic. Board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. McGinley specializes in general orthopedics with a particular focus on joint replacement surgery. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys play...2024-10-0159 minThe Wright WayIsabelle Gautier '22Before summer break, Mr. Barber caught up with Isabelle Gautier '22. Isabelle is a rising Junior at the Suny Maritime College in New York City where she is a member of the Sailing Team!
During her time at UMS-Wright, Isabelle was a fantastic student! Not only was she a leader on the UMS-Wright Sailing Team, she was also a Spirit Award Winner, AP Scholar, artist and more!
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Have someone you would like...2024-06-1756 minThe Wright WayBecky HallWhether you’ve known our next guest as Mrs. Hall or Miss Campbell, she is certainly not a stranger to the UMS-Wright family. Becky Hall has dedicated 46 years of her life to our beloved school and retired in May. It was an honor to catch up with her on the latest episode of The Wright Way podcast. Mrs. Hall and her husband, Bobby ‘78, have two children, Bee ‘11 and Hallie ‘12. 2024-05-2951 minThe Wright WayCoach Pat GalleOur next guest needs no introduction. Coach Pat Galle has been a fixture in the UMS-Wright community since he started coaching at University Military School in 1972.
Coach Galle has been named to the Alabama High School Sports Hall of Fame, Mobile City Sports Hall of Fame (an honor he shares with his father, the late Stan Galle), and the UMS-Wright Athletic Hall of Fame. He has twice been named the National Federation of High Schools Coach of the Year as well as the National High School Coaches Association Coach of the Year.
When asked about hi...2024-05-151h 07The Wright WayRobert Hope, Jr '79 & Robert Hope, III '15Robert Hope, Jr '79 and Robert Hope, III '15 joined Mr. Barber on The Wright Way podcast in March. Mr. Hope currently serves on the Board of Trustees. He is a past Board Chairman, Alumnus of the Year recipient, and also an Athletic Hall of Fame inductee. Mr. Hope is married to Mary Shannon Torbert Hope '82, and they have two children, Robert, III '15, and Jeanie, '17. Robert III was a decorated runner during his time at UMS-Wright and continued his athletic career at Harvard University, where he ran track and cross country. After college, Robert worked for...2024-04-111h 04The Wright WayProject Engage 2024 Internship SpotlightOn this episode of The Wright Way podcast, Mr. Barber sits down with three students to discuss their internships with Project Engage. In addition to choosing an experience or trip, students have the option to apply for an internship in their field of choice. On today’s episode, you’ll hear from Olivia Gleason, ’24, who interned at Big Yellow Dog Music in Nashville; Liza Perry, ’24, who interned at Brandon Maxwell Design Company in New York City; and Nicholas Cooper, ’25, who interned at Mobile Infirmary ER under Dr. Fischhertz and Dr. Monson.
Visit your favorite podcast platform, search "The Wright...2024-03-061h 01The Wright WayMatt SeymourCoach Matt Seymour began his coaching career in 1995 at his alma mater, Baker High School. In 1997, Coach Seymour arrived at UMS-Wright as an assistant baseball coach. While at UMS-Wright, the Bulldogs won two State Championships in 1997 and 1999.
In 2007, Coach Seymour joined the baseball coaching staff at Faith Academy and has served as the head coach since 2014. We are forever thankful for his leadership and devotion to our student-athletes, and we know you will enjoy catching up with Coach Seymour in this episode of The Wright Way Podcast.
Once a Bulldog, always a...2024-02-061h 04The Wright WayPaige PlashPaige Plash is a dedicated individual who has played a significant role in the UMS-Wright community. As the husband to Carolyn and the proud father of UMS-Wright graduates Lundy ‘01, Walker ‘06, Madison ‘08, and Samuel ‘17, he has been actively involved in the school's development. Paige's commitment is evident in his service as a devoted member of the UMS-Wright Board of Trustees, where he also held the position of Board Chairman. Beyond his contributions to the school, Paige finds joy in his role as a grandfather to 6 Bulldog & future Bulldog grandchildren.2024-01-241h 13The Wright WayClass of 2024 Mid-Year InterviewCheck out this week's episode of The Wright Way podcast as Mr. Barber hosts a mid-year catch-up session with three members of the Class of 2024: Cecile Brown (SGA President), Charles Perry (Runner Extraordinaire) & Owen Nichols (Swimmer & Bulldog Band Member). 2023-12-2952 minThe Wright WayEd and Wes LathanLong live the Lathans! Ed Lathan served as the Upper School Principal at UMS-Wright from 2000-2012. After his retirement in 2012, the next generation of Lathan's emerged. His son Wes was hired as a History teacher and football coach. From 2014 to 2018, Wes served as Middle School Principal, and in 2018 was promoted to Upper School Principal and Associate Head of School.2023-11-281h 10The Wright WayCDR Wrenn LandersCDR Landers is a native of Macon, GA. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Business Administration (Finance) from the University of Alabama. In the spring of his senior year, he enlisted in the United States Navy. He later received a commission as an Ensign after completing Officer Candidacy School in Pensacola, FL. He went on to complete flight training and was selected to fly the F/A-18 in January of 2005. He reported to the Flying Eagles of VFA- 122 shortly thereafter.
In January of 2006, he reported to the Jolly Rogers of VFA-103, where he...2023-11-081h 05The Wright WayDon KellyDon Kelly is a UMS-Wright legend. He coached at University Military School from 1965-1972. Due to his significant achievements in athletics at UMS, Coach Kelly was inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame as an honorary member in 1993. Coach Kelly has continued his service to our school through his devotion as a member of the Board of Trustees since 1997.2023-10-171h 02The Wright WayDr. Amber GordonDr. Amber Gordon is a board-certified neurosurgeon who specializes in surgery and treatment of the brain, spine & peripheral nerve disorders. She is the physician leader of the Infirmary Neuroscience Center of Excellence.
Dr. Gordon graduated from Vanderbilt University with a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering. She received her medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine.
Dr. Gordon completed her residency in neurological surgery at Birmingham School of Medicine where she also served as chief-resident of neurological surgery. Dr. Gordon and her husband Brad Butler are the proud parents of se...2023-10-0353 minThe Wright WayGrover Jackson '58As a member of the UMS Class of 1958, Brigadier General Grover E. Jackson, began a remarkable journey both academically and professionally with a degree from Sewanee: The University of the South, as well as completing college as a distinguished member of the Air Force ROTC. From this point forward, the achievements and service of Brigadier General Jackson have been a sterling example of what a servant-leader should do with his life.
In July 1989, Brigadier General Jackson was assigned the duty of Director of Intelligence, Headquarters U.S. Pacific Command in Hawaii. His assignment was to provide accurate and t...2023-09-1255 minThe Wright WayIshayu Chakroborty '24Ishayu Chakroborty '24 was chosen as one of Mobile Bay's 2023 WONDER KIDS.
During Project Engage Ish chose to do an internship with Dr. Grelet in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Mitchell Cancer Institute. Dr. Grelet specializes in tumor neurogenesis in cancer progression and metastasis with a focus on breast cancer. During the internship with Dr. Grelet, he was able to observe and assist with experimental lab work, as well as learn about bioinformatics and data analysis in biology, especially in breast cancer. The experience during Project Engage sparked his interest in cancer research and dr...2023-08-2942 min
Growing With Proficiency The PodcastEpisode 47: The Five E Model: Curiosity and Autonomy in the Word Language Class with Chelsea LawrenceSend us a textEver come across the 5 E Model? It's a strategy that initially found its roots in science classes. But guess what? In this episode, Chelsea Lawrence shares with us how she's tweaked and fine-tuned it to fit right into her Spanish class.So, what exactly do those E's stand for? Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate – they're like the building blocks of this method. It's all about getting students curious, digging deeper, laying out explanations, expanding on concepts, and then giving everything a solid evaluation.The beauty of it? Flexibility. Yo...2023-08-1740 minThe Wright WayBeli KaramovicA native of Bosnia, Beli Karamovic moved to the United States at 16 years old in 1993. Beli lived through the beginning years of the Bosnian War before joining the Bosnian Jr. Olympic Basketball team that traveled across Europe and eventually landed him in Chicago. Beli and his wife, Tiffany, a 4th-grade teacher and cheer coach at UMS-Wright, have two sons, Tate '31 & Luca '29. 2023-08-151h 16
Corporate TherapyEpisode #082 // Arbeiterklasse(n) & der Kampf ums Klima // mit Prof. Dr. Klaus DoerreSchickt uns euer Feedback zur EpisodeIn Episode 82 lassen wir uns vno der Empirie leiten und fragen, warum die Arbeiterklasse sich in Teilen gegen die Aktivitäten zur Bekämpfung des Klimawandels positioniert. Dazu sprechen wir mit Prof. Dr. Klaus Doerre. Er erklärt dabei zunächst was Klasse eigentlich ist und dass wir heute nicht unbedingt auf “die Arbeiterklasse” blicken und wir machen Exkurse zu Arbeitskämpfen. Wenn es um’s Klima geht, gibt es aber andere Lager als im klassischen Arbeitskampf: Grenzen ziehen sich zwischen denen, die entscheiden können und denen, die e...2023-08-101h 20The Wright WayLana Stringer '18A 2018 graduate of UMS-Wright, Lana Stringer was the Vice President of Fine Arts and was a member of the Wright Players and Wright Singers. She currently resides in Manhattan, writing and researching for playwriting, doing copyediting for film and play scripts, and doing art department production assistant work.2023-07-1250 min