Leaders Coaching Leaders
For current and aspiring education leaders, this podcast covers evidence-based approaches for tackling immediate needs to impact student learning. Every week Peter DeWitt and our guests get together to share ideas, put research into practice, discuss what's working and what's not in equity, SEL, burnout, learning recovery, and much more to help you ensure every student is learning not by chance, but by design.
Episodes
88 episodes
Growing Up at Work: Jennifer Abrams on Leadership, Resilience, and Trust
Leadership isn’t just about guiding others; it’s about growing yourself. On this episode of the Leaders Coaching Leaders Podcast, cohosts Peter DeWitt and Michael Nelson talk with Jennifer Abrams, renowned educator and author of Stretching Your...
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Season 9
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Episode 7
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30:09
Latish Reed and Shades of Gray in Equity Work
In this impactful episode of the Leaders Coaching Leaders Podcast, Dr. Latish Reed, a trailblazing equity specialist and author of the upcoming book, The Complexities of Equity: Navigating Shades of Gray in Schools and Organizations, shares her...
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Season 9
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Episode 6
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40:10
Inside the Cult of Pedagogy with Jennifer Gonzalez: Empowering Educators at Every Level
Step into the inspiring world of Jennifer Gonzalez, the creative force behind the Cult of Pedagogy, with this episode of the Leaders Coaching Leaders Podcast. Our co-hosts Peter DeWitt and Michael Nelson sit down with Jennifer to explore her gr...
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Season 9
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Episode 5
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33:35
Jim Knight on Elevating Coaching Practices
Jim Knight delves into the remarkable success of his latest book, The IC Toolkit, which became a bestseller within two weeks of its release. This comprehensive toolkit...
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Season 9
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Episode 4
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36:29
Tim Shriver Tells Us Why It’s Time for Dignity
Disability rights activist Tim Shriver, Chairman of Special Olympics, editor of The Call to Unite and author of Fully Alive, delves into the profound impact of unity and dignity in education and beyond. Shriver eloquently discusses the transfor...
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Season 9
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Episode 3
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47:24
Intentionality Toward Equity With Zaretta Hammond
Zaretta Hammond draws on her book Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain, her upcoming new title Teaching for Instructional Equity and Cognitive Justice, and her decades of experience to discuss what impacts equity, from...
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Season 8
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Episode 11
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49:11
Is Collective Leader Efficacy Impacting Your Students? With Peter DeWitt and Michael Nelson
Co-hosts Peter DeWitt and Michael Nelson delve into the transformative power of collective leader efficacy for this premiere episode of the Leaders Coaching Leaders podcast’s 9th season. Sharing insights from their extensive collaboration with ...
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Season 9
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Episode 1
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27:04
BONUS: Stories of Leadership, Equity, and Impact With Tiffany Anderson, Sonja Hollins-Alexander, Nicole Law, & Thomas Guskey
Dive into the heart of educational leadership with this dynamic podcast compilation featuring Peter DeWitt, Michael Nelson, Tiffany Anderson, Sonja Hollins-Alexander, Nicole Law, and Thomas Guskey. Tiffany Anderson shares a poignant story about...
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Season 8
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Episode 12
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28:11
BONUS! Unlocking Leadership: Insights on Learning and Leading with Intention with Peter DeWitt & Michael Nelson
The bonus podcast of the Leaders Coaching Leaders Podcast features a compilation of insightful excerpts from previous interviews with educational leaders John Hattie, Viviane Robinson, and Marc Brackett. John Hattie emphasizes the importance of...
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Season 8
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Episode 11
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25:56
Emotional Intelligence in Leadership and Education With Marc Brackett
In a fascinating interview on the Leaders Coaching Leaders Podcast, Marc Brackett, the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of the bestselling book Permission to Feel, delves into the profound importance of...
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Season 8
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Episode 10
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49:19
How Technology is Transforming Students' Brains With David Sousa
In this compelling interview on the Leaders Coaching Leaders Podcast, David Sousa, a respected educational neuroscience consultant and author, delves into the profound impact of technology on the developing brain. Sousa, known for his groundbre...
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Season 8
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Episode 9
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45:45
Radically Excellent Leadership in Action With Kate Anderson Foley
Join hosts Peter DeWitt and Michael Nelson on the Leaders Coaching Leaders Podcast as they engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Kate Anderson Foley about her latest book, Radically Excellent School Improvement. In this episode, Dr....
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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39:32
What Does Punk Philosophy Have to Do With Authentic School Leadership? With Keziah Featherstone
In this interview, Keziah Featherstone, an executive head teacher in the West Midlands of England, discusses her leadership philosophy and experiences. She emphasizes the importance of authentic leadership, challenging the homogenized model of ...
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Season 8
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Episode 7
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38:52
Leading High-Poverty Schools: Strategies for Collaboration and Community Engagement With Washingto Collado
In this episode of Leaders Coaching Leaders, Principal of the Year honoree Washington Collado shares his personal and professional leadership journey. He underscores the significance of leading with intention and creating a safe environment for...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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45:18
Navigating Politics for School Leaders With Michael Hinojosa
Peter DeWitt and Michael Nelson interview Michael Hinojosa, a seasoned superintendent with 27 years of experience in large school districts. Hinojosa shares his insights on maintaining a long-term superintendency, emphasizing the importance o...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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32:42
Student-Centered Leadership with Viviane Robinson
In this episode of the Leaders Coaching Leaders Podcast, Viviane Robinson delves into the theme of Leading with Intention to discuss the core purposes of educational institutions, emphasizing the importance of serving students and the student-c...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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39:09
Truly Equitable Grading With Thomas Guskey
As co-host Peter DeWitt says, a talk with Tom Guskey always feels like a master class. Legendary education leader Thomas R. “Tom” Guskey has written twenty-seven books, all widely used and acclaimed in his field. In this conversation, he discus...
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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43:16
Inclusion and Representation Through Picture Books With Loren Long
What can a world-renowned children's book author and illustrator teach us about leadership? Loren Long is a New Tork Times bestselling picture book author and illustrator. In this episode, he reveals the creative thought process behind hi...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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57:35
Intentional Leadership With Peter DeWitt and Michael Nelson
In this special-format episode, our co-hosts Peter DeWitt and Michael Nelson explain and set the theme for the exciting new season of the Leaders Coaching Leaders podcast with a lively discussion and interview of each other! Hear their deeply p...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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34:22
The Man Behind the Visible Learning Research With John Hattie
Get to know the person behind the research in this thoughtful conversation with acclaimed education researcher John Hattie. Join host Peter DeWitt and cohost Mike Nelson as they chat with John Hattie about his journey as a lifelong learner, how...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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37:37
Women Leading Education With Dr. Susan Enfield
Join host Peter DeWitt and Mike Nelson as they interview Dr. Susan Enfield, an alumna of Harvard's urban superintendent program. In this episode, we delve into the importance of mentorship, helping students feel seen and heard, and the need for...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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48:39
Leading Authentically: School Leadership from a Woman's Perspective With Kim Fry
Delve into the enriching world of authentic leadership with Kim Fry, a seasoned educational leader who journeyed from a student to the superintendent of Rochester School District. In a role where the average duration is 5 years, Kim has been th...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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54:28
The Heart Work of Giving Every Student What They Need With Nicole Law & Sonja Hollins-Alexander
How do we unlearn frames of mind that no longer work for us so that we can embrace new learnings that will help us build communities where all can thrive? Join Peter DeWitt, Mike Nelson, Nicole Law and Sonja Hollins-Alexander as they offer deep...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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49:21
Unlocking AI: Making Technology Work for You With Jeff Utecht
When the world stops and education needs to pivot on a dime, educators have to ask themselves, “What is the purpose of education? How can I take what I know to be sound pedagogy and how do I make technology fit that understanding? How do I make...
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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49:46
Listening to the People We Have the Privilege to Serve With Dr. Tiffany Anderson
Prepare yourself for an engaging conversation in this podcast episode. Host Peter DeWitt and co-host Mike Nelson will be taking you through the inspiring journey of an educational trailblazer, known for her characteristic white sneakers, Dr. Ti...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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43:18