The Teach Lead Innovate Podcast is a show aimed at exploring topics in educational leadership, technology, instructional strategies and trends, current events, and leadership practices in both the private and public sectors.
Teach Lead Innovate Podcast
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The Teach Lead Innovate Podcast is a show aimed at exploring topics in educational leadership, technology, instructional strategies and trends, current events, and leadership practices in both the private and public sectors.
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11/27/2023
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October 14, 2025
Grace in the Grind: Finding Space to Breathe as an Educator
<p>In this episode of Teach, Lead, Innovate, host Dave Walker returns with a heartfelt reflection on one of the most essential yet overlooked elements of teaching and leadership: grace.</p><p>Education never slows down, but your soul needs you to. Dave explores what it truly means to give yourself grace, weaving personal reflection with insights from leading research on self-compassion, burnout, and teacher well-being.</p><p>Listeners will learn:</p><p>✅ What “grace” really looks like in a school setting</p><p>✅ Practical ways to set boundaries and celebrate micro-wins</p><p>✅ How teacher well-being directly impacts student success</p><p>✅ Why grace isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom</p><p>🎧 Whether you’re a teacher, leader, or lifelong learner, this episode will help you pause, reflect, and remember that presence matters more than perfection.</p><p>📚 Referenced Research </p><p>Neff, K. D. (2003). The development and validation of a scale to measure self-compassion. Self and Identity, 2(3), 223–250.</p><p>Maslach, C., & Leiter, M. P. (2016). Understanding the burnout experience: Recent research and its implications for psychiatry. World Psychiatry, 15(2), 103–111.</p><p>Jennings, P. A., & Greenberg, M. T. (2009). The prosocial classroom: Teacher social and emotional competence in relation to student and classroom outcomes. Review of Educational Research, 79(1), 491–525.</p><p>Roeser, R. W., Schonert-Reichl, K. A., et al. (2013). Mindfulness training and reductions in teacher stress and burnout. Mindfulness, 4(3), 174–189.</p><p>Dreer, B. (2023). On the outcomes of teacher wellbeing: A systematic review of the literature. Frontiers in Education, 8, 1228688.</p><p>#TeachLeadInnovate #TeacherWellbeing #EducatorGrace #LeadWithLove #MindfulTeaching #PrincipalPodcast #EducationLeadership</p>
July 28, 2025
Frozen Funds, Fierce Response: Why We Keep Fighting for Public Education
<p><strong>Frozen Funds, Fierce Response</strong></p><p>Welcome back to Teach, Lead, Innovate! In this episode, Dave Walker dives headfirst into the chaos caused by the Trump administration’s decision to freeze - and then slowly reinstate - over $6.8 billion in federal education funding.</p><p>What happened? Why did it matter? And what are educators, leaders, and innovators doing now to fight back and keep students at the center?</p><p>This episode pulls in quotes from major education voices like Randi Weingarten, Michael Roth, and Vassilis Syrmos, alongside powerful research from the Learning Policy Institute, NASFAA, and more.</p><p>Dave gets real about his own concerns, shares leadership lessons, and offers a rallying cry for every educator feeling discouraged by politics and policy. Because kids deserve better. And we’re the ones who will make sure they get it.</p><h3>🔍 In This Episode:</h3><ul><li>The real impact of the 2025 federal funding freeze on K–12 schools and universities</li><li>Direct quotes from national education leaders and researchers</li><li>How teachers and school leaders are adapting and innovating</li><li>Why public education needs champions now more than ever</li><li>What you can do to advocate, innovate, and lead forward</li></ul><br/><h3>🔗 Listen Now On:</h3><p>✅ Apple Podcasts</p><p>✅ Spotify</p><p>✅ iHeartRadio</p><p>✅ All major streaming platforms</p><h3>📚 References (APA-style):</h3><p>Carrasco, M. (2025). What cuts in Institute of Education Sciences funding mean for higher education research. NASFAA. https://www.nasfaa.org/news-item/35685</p><p>Learning Policy Institute. (2025). How education funding matters: Lessons from NAEP, pandemic, and recovery efforts.https://learningpolicyinstitute.org/blog/how-education-funding-matters</p><p>Maiers, S. (2025, July 25). Educators react to Trump administration unfreezing remaining federal funds. NEA Today. https://www.nea.org/about-nea/media-center/press-releases</p><p>Roth, M. (2025, July). Interview on The Gray Area podcast. Vox. https://www.vox.com/the-gray-area/421054/college-ai-attack-roth-wesleyan-trump</p><p>Syrmos, V. (2025, May). University of Hawaiʻi official statement. Civil Beat. https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/05/uh-scrambles-to-address-high-risk-financial-situation-amid-trump-cuts</p><p>Weingarten, R. (2025). Quote retrieved from The Guardian. <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/education/2025/jul/25/trump-administration-education-funds-released" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.theguardian.com/education/2025/jul/25/trump-administration-education-funds-released</a></p>
July 27, 2025
Dave Burgess Interview - Teach Like a Pirate Tips for Educators
<p>In this episode, Dave Burgess shares his insights on transformative education, emphasizing the importance of creativity, risk-taking, and collaboration among educators. He discusses the concept of the "pirate classroom", where innovative teaching strategies are employed to engage students. Burgess also highlights the role of administration in supporting teachers, the necessity of self-care, and the value of embracing failure as a learning opportunity. The discussion culminates in an overview of Dave Burgess Consulting and its mission to amplify the voices of innovative educators.</p><p><strong><u>Takeaways</u></strong></p><p>* Incorporate various modalities in teaching for engagement.</p><p>* Taking risks in teaching can lead to unexpected rewards.</p><p>* Creating an intentional classroom environment is crucial.</p><p>* Support from administration enhances innovative teaching.</p><p>* Collaboration among educators fosters a positive culture.</p><p>* Embrace failure as a part of the learning process.</p><p>* Self-care is essential for educators to thrive.</p><p>* Building a community of connected educators is vital.</p><p>* Innovative teaching strategies can reduce behavior management issues.</p><p>* The journey of teaching is filled with feedback and growth.</p><p><strong><u>Chapters</u></strong></p><p>00:33 Introduction to Transformative Education</p><p>01:42 Creating the Ultimate Pirate Classroom</p><p>03:17 Taking Risks in Teaching</p><p>05:25 Navigating Administrative Support</p><p>09:50 Building Collaboration Among Educators</p><p>14:18 Weathering Stormy Teaching Days</p><p>19:55 Unexpected Moments in Professional Development</p><p>21:30 Self-Care for Educators</p><p>26:05 Overview of Dave Burgess Consulting</p><p><strong><u>Connect with Dave Burgess:</u></strong></p><p>👉 Visit Dave Burgess’s website: <a href="https://daveburgess.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://daveburgess.com</a></p><p>👉 Follow Dave on X/Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/burgessdave" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/burgessdave</a></p><p>👉 Follow Dave on Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/dbc_inc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/dbc_inc</a></p><p>👉 Get Teach Like a Pirate and other books: <a href="https://daveburgess.com/books" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://daveburgess.com/books</a></p>
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