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Dr. Ed Bennett was the principal at Omaha Central from 2013 until 2021.
In this 2-part podcast, we explore the life and career journey of one of Central's most memorable leaders.
He was inducted into the Central Hall of Fame in 2026.
Part One discusses Ed's Newton, IA upbringing and influences, from playing fields to bandshells and classrooms. We also discuss his Iowa City school days and early career moves before coming to Omaha to begin a career in OPS.
(1:10) Welcome and Ed's Iowa youth in Newton
(10:55) influence of playing sports
(19:50) heading to Iowa City, meeting the right person
(20:09) student teaching, driving buses
(34:39) Ed's first teaching job
(38:41) coming to Omaha and getting started in OPS
(47:30) the effects of fine people and moving to admin
(59:20) first stop at Central HS as asst. principal
(1:07:00) the Central High "wow factor"
Host: Scott Wilson
Art: Beth Wilson
Intro and Mid-Pod Music: Drew Ruchti
Outro Music: Tallulah Hoeft- CHS '28 (sax and composition) and Luna Escalera - CHS '28 (piano). Produced by Gabriel Escalera
Thanks for listening to the show! "Chatting at the C" is supported by the Omaha Central High School Foundation. Consider supporting the CHSF by joining "Generation C" (https://chsfomaha.org/support/generation-c/)
4 Oct 2026
Dr. Ed Bennett - Part 2: "Papa Eagle"
Dr. Ed Bennett was the principal at Omaha Central from 2013 until 2021. In this 2-part podcast, we explore Ed's life and career journey.
He was inducted into the Central Hall of Fame in Oct. 2026.
Part Two picks up Ed's career as he becomes principal of Buffett MS and then returns to lead Central High in 2013. We discuss being a Central parent at a time when Central was achieving new heights, to the major challenge of Covid, and finally a tearful goodbye.
(1:07) Buffett MS principal
(7:20) coming back downtown to lead CHS
(16:50) Ed's daughters become Eagles
(21:50) the life of a principal
(25:01) dipping into the musical toolkit
(33:31) Covid crisis
(41:50) leaving The Nest and feeling the love
(50:08) new address and a new school to lead
(58:52) getting the Hall of Fame call from CHS
(1:00:52) advice for the new CHS principal
(1:05:20) reflecting on it all
Host: Scott Wilson
Art: Beth Wilson
Intro and Mid-Pod Music: Drew Ruchti
Outro Music: Tallulah Hoeft- CHS '28 (sax and composition) and Luna Escalera - CHS '28 (piano). Produced by Gabriel Escalera
Thanks for listening to the show! "Chatting at the C" is supported by the Omaha Central High School Foundation. Consider supporting the CHSF by joining "Generation C" (https://chsfomaha.org/support/generation-c/)
20 Sept 2026
Michele Roberts - Building a Strong Foundation
Michele Roberts is the Executive Director of the Omaha Central High School Foundation, but did you know she also taught social studies and was the CHS Head Girls Basketball Coach, too?
Today, Michele conducts the CHSF in its mission to provide Central, its teachers, and its students with the support they need to succeed.
Join me for a inside look at the CHS Foundation (https://chsfomaha.org/) and trip down memory lane with my old office partner and colleague.
(00:27) Michele's early influences
(7:52) getting hired to teach at CHS
(21:11) becoming head girls basketball coach
(27:41) new jobs at Iowa State University and UNO
(38:00) coming over to the CHSF
(43:00) Arts & Library addition project
(51:10) the great staff at CHSF
(57:50) Central's role in Michele's life
Host: Scott Wilson
Art: Beth Wilson
Intro and Mid-Pod Music: Drew Ruchti
Outro Music: Tallulah Hoeft- CHS '28 (sax and composition) and Luna Escalera - CHS '28 (piano). Produced by Gabriel Escalera
Thanks for listening to the show! "Chatting at the C" is supported by the Omaha Central High School Foundation. Consider supporting the CHSF by joining "Generation C" (https://chsfomaha.org/support/generation-c/)
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