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Dana Goodier Out of the Trenches podcast

Are you in the trenches as an educator? You're not alone. Hear from those who have been in the trenches and managed to come out intact. Hear their stories!

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Episode #335: Dr. Almitra Berry &Raquo; Aberry Headshot
Episode #335: Dr. Almitra Berry

Dr. Almira Berry is a nationally recognized motivational speaker, author, podcast host, and consultant on the topic of culturally and linguistically diverse learners in America’s K12 Education syste…

Dr. Almira Berry is …

Dr. Almira Berry is a nationally recognized motivational speaker, author, podcast host, and consultant on the topic of culturally and linguistically diverse learners in America’s K12 education system. Her works and research focus on equity and academic achievement for marginalized learners – particularly in majority-of-color, low-wealth, large, urban school districts. Dr. Berry is host of the podcast, Educational Equity Emancipation and author of the books Effecting Change for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners and Equitable Instructional Practices for Culturally and Linguistic…

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Episode #334: Dr. Andrea Terrero Gabbadon &Raquo; Agabbadon Headshot S
Episode #334: Dr. Andrea Terrero Gabbadon

Andrea Terrero Gabbadon, PhD is an urban education and leadership scholar, speaker, consultant, and qualitative researcher. Dr. Gabbadon's work and research explore the intersection of culturally affi…

Andrea Terrero Gabba…

Andrea Terrero Gabbadon, PhD is an urban education and leadership scholar, speaker, consultant, and qualitative researcher. Dr. Gabbadon's work and research explore the intersection of culturally affirming leadership, school working conditions and racial climate, and educator diversity. Previously, Dr. Gabbadon served as a high school teacher, teacher leader, and assistant principal/director of curriculum and instruction in traditional public and charter schools. Dr. Gabbadon has also served as a visiting professor and instructor of undergraduate and graduate education at numerous institutions…

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Episode #333: Loren Brody &Raquo; Lbrody Headshot
Episode #333: Loren Brody

Loren Brody is an elementary school principal on the East Coast. He is also a husband, father of two teenagers, amateur violinist, dedicated swimmer, vegetarian cook, mindfulness devotee, and new tria…

Loren Brody is an el…

Loren Brody is an elementary school principal on the East Coast. He is also a husband, father of two teenagers, amateur violinist, dedicated swimmer, vegetarian cook, mindfulness devotee, and new triathlete. Find Loren online LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loren-brody-622241141 

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Episode #332A: Navigating The Trenches In '24 &Raquo; Img 4736 S
Episode #332a: Navigating the Trenches in '24

Dana's personal trench story that took place over the period of the 23/24 school year and until mid-Sept. Dr. Dana Goodier has 25 years of experience in education. She has taught World Languages and E…

Dana's personal tren…

Dana's personal trench story that took place over the period of the 23/24 school year and until mid-Sept. Dr. Dana Goodier has 25 years of experience in education. She has taught World Languages and English and has worked at the middle and elementary school level as an administrator. She completed her doctorate degree (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership in 2020. She often speaks at conferences, providing educators with techniques to minimize off-task behavior and to increase time on task. Currently, she serves as the president of CCFLT (Colorado Congress for Language Teachers). She often writes …

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Episode #332: Dr. David Franklin &Raquo; Dfranklin Headshot
Episode #332: Dr. David Franklin

Dr. David Franklin: author of “Advice from the Principal’s Desk: 5 Pillars of School Leadership” Bio from website: Dr. David Franklin is an award winning school administrator, education professo…

Dr. David Franklin: …

Dr. David Franklin: author of “Advice from the Principal’s Desk: 5 Pillars of School Leadership” Bio from website: Dr. David Franklin is an award winning school administrator, education professor, curriculum designer, and presenter. He earned a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from California State University, East Bay, a Master’s Degree in Education Technology from National University, and holds a B.A. in Music from the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Franklin is an Education Consultant and an Adjunct Professor of Education for Colorado State University. He is also a Marza…

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Episode #331: David K. Richards &Raquo; Drichards Headshot S
Episode #331: David K. Richards

David K. Richards is the podcast host of Changemaker ED"U" who has spent his career working in various roles as a teacher, principal, superintendent, board member, consultant and school founder. Start…

David K. Richards is…

David K. Richards is the podcast host of Changemaker ED"U" who has spent his career working in various roles as a teacher, principal, superintendent, board member, consultant and school founder. Started 10 award winning schools. David’s life mission is to help changemakers usher in new paradigms for learning and leadership. He is the Founder & CEO of Changemaker Microschools, a network of innovative love-based microschools. He also coaches leaders through his Wise Warrior program and podcast, Changemaker ED“U”. He has worked in education reform for over 25 years as a teacher, princi…

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Episode #330: Leroy Slanzi &Raquo; Lslanzi Headshot
Episode #330: Leroy Slanzi

Leroy Slanzi is an experienced educator with a remarkable 25-year career in education. As an author, he penned the influential book "Emotional Schools," delving into the importance of emotional intell…

Leroy Slanzi is an e…

Leroy Slanzi is an experienced educator with a remarkable 25-year career in education. As an author, he penned the influential book "Emotional Schools," delving into the importance of emotional intelligence and Mental Health in the education system. Leroy also excels as a facilitator of professional development sessions, has been on numerous podcasts and is a sought-after keynote speaker, helps parents, teachers and schools through the chaos life brings. Is principal at an Elementary school, has been a principal at all levels. Find Leroy online:  https://leroyslanzi.com/     https://www.fac…

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Episode #329: Dr. Lisa Lande &Raquo; Llande Headshot
Episode #329: Dr. Lisa Lande

Dr. Lisa Lande has dedicated her professional endeavors to advocating for teachers and students around the globe. It is her aspiration that every classroom in every school is one that she would want h…

Dr. Lisa Lande has d…

Dr. Lisa Lande has dedicated her professional endeavors to advocating for teachers and students around the globe. It is her aspiration that every classroom in every school is one that she would want her own three children to learn in. Dr. Lande is a former teacher, college professor, and director of several large-scale school reform projects. She currently serves as the Director of International Programs for the Quaglia Institute for School Voice and Aspirations. Dr. Lande is a co-author of Teacher Voice: Amplifying Success; Engagement by Design: Creating Learning Environments Where Students T…

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Episode #328: Matt Mcgee &Raquo; Mmcgee Headshot S
Episode #328: Matt McGee

Matt McGee is the founder of MRM Education, an elite tutoring and college admissions consultancy that emphasizes academic curiosity and confidence in students with the ultimate goal of admission into …

Matt McGee is the fo…

Matt McGee is the founder of MRM Education, an elite tutoring and college admissions consultancy that emphasizes academic curiosity and confidence in students with the ultimate goal of admission into a top university. His 15-year career included private tutoring, special education and admissions consulting before founding MRM Education in 2020. His student-first approach and intensive peer-adjacent mentorship method has helped hundreds of students raise their grades and gain admission to Ivy-Plus schools. In 2024, he founded MRM Academy, a fully virtual 1:1 school for families desiring customi…

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Episode #327: Tim Cusack &Amp; Vince Bustamante &Raquo; Tcusack Headshot S
Episode #327: Tim Cusack & Vince Bustamante

Tim Cusack, EdD has more than 30 years of experience as an educator and naval warfare officer with the Royal Canadian Navy (Reserve) and currently serves as Dean of Education at Concordia University o…

Tim Cusack, EdD has …

Tim Cusack, EdD has more than 30 years of experience as an educator and naval warfare officer with the Royal Canadian Navy (Reserve) and currently serves as Dean of Education at Concordia University of Edmonton. Vince Bustamante is an instructional coach, curriculum content developer, and author who resides in Calgary, Canada who has co-authored two bestselling books with Corwin, Great Teaching by Design and The Assessment Playbook for Distance and Blended Learning. Find Vince & Tim online: Visit Tim's Website, www.TimothyCusack.com Follow Tim on LinkedIn, X @CusackTim Visit Vince's Websi…

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Episode #325: Kim Strobel &Raquo; Kstrobel Headshot
Episode #325: Kim Strobel

Kim Strobel is a renowned motivational speaker and author of Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy, sought after by schools, businesses, and organizations worldwide. With her powerful message about the …

Kim Strobel is a ren…

Kim Strobel is a renowned motivational speaker and author of Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy, sought after by schools, businesses, and organizations worldwide. With her powerful message about the impact of happiness on well-being and the pursuit of fulfillment, she traverses the globe, sharing her insights. Kim specializes in empowering educators and professionals, equipping them with the necessary tools and strategies to shift their mindsets, reclaim their happiness, reignite their passion, and lead with purpose. Drawing from her extensive background as a teacher and curriculum director, …

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Episode #324: Adam Stolzer &Raquo; Astolzer Headshot
Episode #324: Adam Stolzer

Adam Stolzer is the principal of Burwell Junior/Senior High School in Burwell, NE. Currently in his 2nd year as principal, he has been extraordinarily intentional about his approach to instructional l…

Adam Stolzer is the …

Adam Stolzer is the principal of Burwell Junior/Senior High School in Burwell, NE. Currently in his 2nd year as principal, he has been extraordinarily intentional about his approach to instructional leadership. In this episode, he talks about Instructional Leader Visibility & Presence. Find Adam online: X: #cornhuskerchats X: @adamstolzer28 FB: @adamstolzer

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Episode #323: Jay Schroder &Raquo; Jschroder Headshot
Episode #323: Jay Schroder

As a classroom teacher, Jay Schroder’s pursuit of excellence led the Oregon Council of Teachers of English to award him with the High School English Teacher of Excellence Award in 2021, and in 2022 …

As a classroom teach…

As a classroom teacher, Jay Schroder’s pursuit of excellence led the Oregon Council of Teachers of English to award him with the High School English Teacher of Excellence Award in 2021, and in 2022 he received the High School Teacher of Excellence Award from the National Council of Teachers of English. Jay is the founder of the Teach from Your Best Self professional learning program and author of Teach from Your Best Self: A Teacher’s Guide to Thriving in the Classroom. Find Jay online: www.teachfromyourbestself.org contact him via his website LinkedIn, X @jayschroder

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Episode #322: Dr. Matthew Zakreski &Raquo; Mzakreski Headshot
Episode #322: Dr. Matthew Zakreski

“Dr. Matt”PsyD is a high energy, creative clinical psychologist and professional speaker who utilizes an eclectic approach to meet the specific needs of his neurodivergent clients. He is proud to …

“Dr. Matt”PsyD i…

“Dr. Matt”PsyD is a high energy, creative clinical psychologist and professional speaker who utilizes an eclectic approach to meet the specific needs of his neurodivergent clients. He is proud to serve the Gifted community as a consultant, a professor, an author, and a researcher. He has spoken over 400 times all over the world about supporting neurodivergent people. He is also a frequent podcast guest and can be found on many different platforms. Dr. Zakreski graduated from Widener University’s Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology (IGCP) in 2016. He is the co-founder of The Neurod…

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Episode #321: Danielle Lindner &Raquo; Dlindner Headshot
Episode #321: Danielle Lindner

Danielle Lindner started her own preschool in New Jersey and has taken what she's learned in her years as an educator (and as a mother) and poured that knowledge into a parenting pocket guide. She thr…

Danielle Lindner sta…

Danielle Lindner started her own preschool in New Jersey and has taken what she's learned in her years as an educator (and as a mother) and poured that knowledge into a parenting pocket guide. She thrives on helping parents through the difficult preschool years, all the while using her wit, humor and caring demeanor. An esteemed educational consultant in early childhood education and a renowned parenting coach, Danielle Lindner is also an accomplished entrepreneur and author. She holds an MA in teaching and elementary education (Hons.) from Fairleigh Dickinson University and is the founder of…

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Special Episode #320A: Noemí Rodríguez &Raquo; Nrodriguez Headshot
Special Episode #320a: Noemí Rodríguez

Noemí has been a dedicated and passionate force in the world of language education since 2005. A proud graduate of Rutgers University, where she earned her B.A. in Spanish and two Ed.M. degrees, she …

Noemí has been a de…

Noemí has been a dedicated and passionate force in the world of language education since 2005. A proud graduate of Rutgers University, where she earned her B.A. in Spanish and two Ed.M. degrees, she has built a remarkable career supporting teachers across the globe. From founding the WL Tech Institute and edcampWL to leading Lo Logramos Consulting, her contributions to the field are vast and invaluable. Over the past 15 years, Noemí has presented at state, regional, national, and international conferences, always bringing her unique insights and enthusiasm for language learning. Today, I’m…

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Episode #320: Dr. Pablo Muñoz &Raquo; Pmunoz Headshot S
Episode #320: Dr. Pablo Muñoz

Pablo Muñoz wrote “The Leader’s Algorithm: How a Personal Theory of Action Transforms your Life, Work & Relationships” Managing Director of Muñoz & Company. As a first-generation high …

Pablo Muñoz wrote …

Pablo Muñoz wrote “The Leader’s Algorithm: How a Personal Theory of Action Transforms your Life, Work & Relationships” Managing Director of Muñoz & Company. As a first-generation high school and college graduate, Pablo’s personal experience fuels his passion for creating high quality school systems. After his Retirement from Passaic Public Schools in 2021, Pablo became a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. Pablo uses the leadership techniques garnered as a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team coach, teacher, trainer, and speaker to complement and enhance the profound exper…

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Episode #319: Dr. Don Parker &Raquo; Dparker Headshot
Episode #319: Dr. Don Parker

Dr. Don Parker wrote “Be the Driving Force: Leading Your School on the Road to Equity” provides PD on how to build relationships with students of Trauma, SEL and DEI. Don is a highly sought-after …

Dr. Don Parker wrote…

Dr. Don Parker wrote “Be the Driving Force: Leading Your School on the Road to Equity” provides PD on how to build relationships with students of trauma, SEL and DEI. Don is a highly sought-after speaker and professional development provider. He specializes in supporting teachers to build trusting relationships with students and improving the culture and climate of schools to optimize staff and students experience. Dr. Parker is a former principal and served at Posen School in Posen, IL where he improved the school climate, staff collaboration, parent engagement, and student achievement. P…

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