Lead Learn Laugh Grow Podcast provides guidance, encouragement, and inspiration for leaders at all stages of their journey. Whether you're an emerging or seasoned leader, this show will equip you to be the kind of leader others want to follow. Tune in to discover practical insights, thought-provoking ideas, and a dose of laughter to keep you motivated on your leadership path.
Randy Gooch interviews Josh Varner, a trauma-informed speaker, who highlights the power of connection, humor, and storytelling for leaders supporting individuals impacted by childhood trauma.
9 May 2025
CTE Vision in the Desert with Dr. Scott Spurgeon - Part 2
Tell us what you like about the podcast! In this episode of Lead Learn Laugh Grow, host Randy Gooch continues his conversation with Dr. Scott Spurgeon, Superintendent of West-MEC. Dr. Spurgeon shares his insights on building organizational capacity through modeling behavior, fostering relationships, and demonstrating effective leadership. He discusses his bold vision for West-MEC, aiming to double its size and become a national leader in career and technical education. Dr. Spurgeon also touch...
30 Apr 2025
CTE Vision in the Desert with Dr. Scott Spurgeon - Part 1
Tell us what you like about the podcast! Join us for a compelling conversation with Dr. Scott Spurgeon on the Lead Learn Laugh Grow podcast! Discover how Dr. Spurgeon's innovative vision is empowering students and pioneering new partnerships in the semiconductor and healthcare industries. Learn about the role of self-reflection, technology, and faith in driving leadership success. Catch part one of this insightful series and explore how you can lead with purpose and impact. 🔍👩🏫 #CTE #Leaders...
11 Mar 2025
Where is My Exit with Dave Baker
Tell us what you like about the podcast! In this episode of the 'Lead, Learn, Laugh, Grow' podcast, host Randy Gooch welcomes Dave Baker, a Certified Exit Planning Advisor from St. Louis, Missouri. Dave shares his journey from a 31-year career in public education to helping small, family-owned businesses scale and transition successfully. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration, human and cultural capital, and personal leadership philosophies. Dave recounts his experiences and lessons i...
24 Feb 2025
Still Flying High with Judy McMurtry
Tell us what you like about the podcast! In this episode of the Lead, Learn, Laugh, Grow podcast, hosts Randy Gooch introduces Judy McMurtry, CEO of JMXL Consultant and a dynamic leader with extensive experience in the aviation industry. Judy shares her inspiring journey from starting in reservations to becoming a manager at Delta Airlines and leading operations at Philadelphia International Airport. She highlights the importance of collaboration, risk-taking, and personal growth in effective...
8 Feb 2025
Plumber to School Leader with Jarrod Lussier
Tell us what you like about the podcast! "Excited to share our latest podcast episode featuring Jarrod Lussier, who transitioned from being a master plumber to a leader in vocational education. Discover how Jarrod's unique background brings a fresh perspective to educational leadership and how CTE programs drive workforce readiness. Listen now! #VocationalEducation #CTE #Leadership" Support the show
2 Feb 2025
Leading with Legacy in Mind guest Jeff Lashley
Tell us what you like about the podcast! Randy Gooch talks with Dr. Jeff Lashley about the impact of leading with legacy in mind. Dr. Lashley, who recently retired as the president of Moberly Area Community College, discusses his post-retirement activities and the importance of mentorship, effective communication, and finding humor in leadership. The conversation highlights collaboration on community projects, the role of mentoring emerging leaders, and the necessity of having tough conversat...
25 Jan 2025
Theodore, Liz and Lois - Art Visionaries
Tell us what you like about the podcast!This podcast episode of 'Lead, Learn, Laugh, Grow' features a conversation with Lois Brace, the Executive Director of Presser Arts Center in Mexico, Missouri. The discussion delves into the historical background of Theodore Presser, a musician and composer who founded numerous concert halls across the U.S. The podcast highlights the role of Presser Arts Center in transforming Mexico, Missouri, into a regional arts hub, offering diverse programs ranging ...
20 Jan 2025
BE THE BISON with David Nivens
Tell us what you like about the podcast!In this episode of the Lead, Learn, Laugh, Grow podcast, host Randy Gooch recounts a personal story involving a handcrafted bison-hide wallet to introduce an important leadership lesson on confronting challenges head-on. Randy then welcomes guest David Nevins, partner at Como Companies, who shares his leadership journey from growing Midwest Computech into a major IT service provider for schools to revitalizing Como Magazine. David discusses the importan...
4 Jan 2025
COMFORT KILLS
Let us know how we are doing? Or a leadership topic you would like for to explore on air.Comfort Kills Podcast SummaryIn this episode of the Lead, Learn, Laugh, and Grow podcast, host Randy Gooch discusses the themes of restlessness, growth, and discomfort in leadership. Sharing his personal story, Randy reflects on a period of unease that led him to embrace the Law of the Lid and the motto 'comfort kills,' resulting in a transformative growth period for him and his team. He then introduces D...
2 Dec 2024
Lead Learn Laugh Grow Launch Promo for first 3 episodes
Host Lex Fridman talks to industry experts about how Ensemble AI's Feature Enhancement technology is transforming machine learning by empowering data scientists to achieve state-of-the-art results without complex models.
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