The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast
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The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast
I am a learner, author, speaker, and sometimes I make podcasts talking about any and all of these things. One day, I will rap in my podcasts officially making me a SoundCloud rapper.
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196 episodes
Ownership at every level in education - Carolee Ogata
In this episode of The Innovator's Mindset Podcast, George Couros sits down with Carolee Ogata, Superintendent of Huntington Beach Union High School D...
Hard work fails when lacking discipline - George Couros
In this episode, I explore an idea that stuck with me during a long run: many of the qualities we admire most only work when connected to something el...
Navigating Tough Conversations in School Leadership - Erika Bare and Tiffany Burns
In this episode, we dive into one of the most challenging parts of leadership in education: navigating difficult conversations with staff, caregivers,...
The Sponge Factor and Lifelong Learning - George Couros
What does it mean to stay teachable in a world changing faster than ever?
In this episode, I reflect on the work of Daniel Pink and revisit an i...
Building Culture Through Competitive-Collaboration - Tara Estep and Eric Rosburg
What does it take to create a school culture where people feel supported, challenged, and genuinely connected to the work?
In this conversation,...
Ownership Over Buy-In
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One of the biggest leadership challenges in edu...
How to spark curiosity in learning - Olivia Odileke
What happens when we stop focusing on delivering information and start creating the conditions for curiosity?
In this episode of The Innovator’s...
The Easier Technology Gets, the More Challenge Matters - On the latest Jonathan Haidt TED Talk
Technology has made so many aspects of our lives easier. We can access information instantly, communicate in seconds, and use powerful AI tools with l...
Building a community of belonging in education - Nancy Chung
In this conversation with Nancy Chung, we explore what it really means to create a culture of belonging in schools, not only for students, but for edu...
"Human Still Required" by Jeff Utecht - An Epic Book Review
In this episode, I explore Human Still Required by Jeff Utecht and why this book will still matter 15 to 20 years from now. While it centers on artifi...
Culture, Nuance, and Leadership - A Conversation with Todd Nesloney
In this conversation, I sit down with Todd Nesloney to talk about what truly creates meaningful leadership and culture in schools.
Todd shares p...
3 Ways to Change the "System" from Within - George Couros
Is the “system” really the problem in education, or is it something we have more influence over than we think?
In this episode, we challenge a c...
Building the Future in Education - Dr. Peggy Buffington
In this conversation with Dr. Peggy Buffington from the Hobart School District, we explore what it looks like to build a future-focused school system...
3 Lessons That Can Shape a Child for Life
This episode dives into a deeply personal story that reveals how a single moment in childhood can leave a lasting imprint on confidence, identity, and...
Teaching Art, Vulnerability, and Purpose - A Conversation with Rob Santos
In this conversation with Rob Santos, we explore the powerful role of teaching artists in education, creativity, and personal growth. Rob shares how g...
3 Signs It Is Time To Leave Your Current Job - George Couros
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In this episode, we explore one of the most powerful shifts in lead...
Why Time & Patience Matter in Education - Christine Dyer
In this conversation, I sit down with Christine Dyer to explore the often overlooked role of time and patience in meaningful learning and leadership....
Start Where You Agree: Aligning Class Size with the Future We Want in Education
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What if the way forward in education is not about winning...
Empowering Educators: Alise Pulliam on Innovation, Mindset, and Self-Leadership
In this episode, I sit down with Alise Pulliam, Executive Director of Innovation and Technology at Comax Schools, to explore what it truly means to le...
You Can’t Connect With Everyone, But Every Person Needs to Connect with Someone - George Couros
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What happens when a student thrives aca...
Becoming the Bison: Kim Gameroz on Resilience & Thriving in Today’s Classrooms
In this episode, I sit down with Kim Gameroz, author of Becoming the Bison, to explore how educators can better navigate classroom challenges by focus...
Why Sharing Success Can help us move “Forward, Together"- Jesse Fawess & George Couros
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What if the stories we choose to share in education shape the futur...
How to Captivate Students in the Age of AI and Digital Distractions | Marc Isseks
How do educators keep students engaged in a world full of digital distractions, while also using artificial intelligence to deepen thinking rather tha...
Discussion Over Debate: A Better Way to Advocate for Education
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In this episode of "The Innova...
Purpose-Driven Education: Steve Ward on DreamCatcher and Helping Students Find Purpose
What happens when education helps students discover who they are and why they matter?
In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, George...
“Tell Me Where I Am Wrong”: Why Great Leaders Invite Challenge and Disagreement - George Couros
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What happens when a leader openly says, “Tell me where I am...
51 Lessons at 51: Why You Should Kick Down Doors Instead of Waiting for Opportunity
In this episode of the podcast, I reflect on turning 51 and share honest lessons from the ups and downs of the past year. One idea that has helped me...
Do Your Aspirations Match Your Work Ethic? 3 Lessons on Effort, Attitude, and Supporting Others
Do your aspirations actually match your work ethic?
In this episode, George Couros reflects on three powerful lessons about effort, mindset, and...
Naperville 203’s Innovative Approach to AI, Instructional Technology, and Community Ownership
In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, George Couros speaks with Noor Shammas and Matt Langes from Naperville Community Unit School Distr...
What does it mean to be a winner? - The Importance of Kindness, Work-Ethic & Belonging in Education
What does it really mean to “sit with winners”?
In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, George Couros reflects on a viral message th...
How TeacherGoals Supports and Uplifts Educators Worldwide | Alaina Clark
In this episode, Alaina Clark shares her journey from bioanalytical chemist to leading TeacherGoals, a global online community designed to support, up...
3 Strategies for Turning the Spotlight Onto Others in Education
In this episode, based on his weekly newsletter, George Couros shares reflections from his Learning and the Brain keynote and explores how educators c...
Robby Cobbs on TechMySchool, Human-Centered EdTech, and the Future of Learning
In this episode, George Couros sits down with Robby Cobbs, CEO of Tech My School, to explore his journey from teaching in classrooms around the world...
Leading Schools That Last: Lessons from What Makes a Great Principal - A Q&A with George Couros
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In this episode, George Couros reflects on his work with T...
Anthony Padrnos on Breaking Silos, AI, and Leadership in Education - The #InnovatorsMindset
In this episode, George Couros sits down with Anthony Padrnos, Executive Director of Technology for Osseo Area Schools in Minnesota, to explore what i...
Start Before You're Ready: The Power of Just Beginning- George Couros
George Couros reflects on how accidental beginnings, launching a blog, starting a podcast, and writing Forward, Together, led to unexpected opportunit...
Unorthodox Leadership in Schools: Leigh Ragsdale on Empathy, Voice, and Transforming Student Success
In this conversation, George Couros speaks with Leigh Ragsdale, known as the “Unorthodox Principal,” about her journey from alternative high school te...
On the "Tell Them Theory": Why Sharing the Good Matters More Than You Think
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What is the "Tell Them Theory" and how can it transfor...
How Leaders Build Trust and Community: A Conversation on "Forward, Together" with Cristina Capretta
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Guest host Cristina Capretta, a district communication...
3 Habits for Growth, Letting Go, and Self-Belief - George Couros
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What are simple, practical ways to start the year focu...