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Teach Better Talk

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The ultimate must-listen for every teacher and educational leader, Teach Better Talk dives into the key questions that drive education today.

Weekly interviews with experts from around the world, sharing cutting-edge science, groundbreaking research, and practical tools to help you master the art of teaching, efficiently manage a school, and reach every learner in your community.

Catch the official podcast of the Teach Better Podcast Network every Tuesday through Thursday for fresh episodes to inspire, inform, and ignite your passion for education.

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  • June 18 · 55 min

    June Challenge - Visualize the Next 6 Months

    This is audio pulled from a conversation Jeff had with a member of our EDUpreneur Community. For more information on the community, visit www.teachbetter.com/edupreneur

  • March 27 · 1 hr 5 min

    What Actually Moves the Needle for EDUpreneurs (A Conversation with SendOwl)

    Enjoy this bonus episode - The audio from Jeff's chat with Dani Zacarias from SendOwl. For more information on the EDUpreneur Community, visit www.edupreneurcommunity.com SendOwl is a digital delivery platform that helps creators sell and deliver digital products from anywhere online. It’s built to handle payments, secure delivery, and product management without overcomplicating things. You can check them out here: ​https://www.sendowl.com/​*Affiliate link. We may be compensated.

  • Nov 14, 2025 · 21 min

    From Conflict to Clarity: Strategies for Tough Conversations in School Leadership - School Administrators Mastermind Recap

    Join Chad and Jeff for a detailed recap of the Administrator Mastermind meeting that tackles a challenge every school leader faces: managing conflict and turning tough conversations into clear resolutions. This episode focuses on the powerful strategies shared by the group after one member opened up about dealing with an uncooperative and unprofessional staff situation. You'll learn actionable communication tactics, including: How to structure a conversation to prevent immediate defensiveness and encourage transparency. The technique of asking questions to confirm your own perception rather than attacking the other person's actions. When and how to directly call out unprofessional or unproductive behavior to protect yourself and maintain boundaries. The critical importance of not delaying difficult discussions, and what to do when things don't go as planned. Discover how a supportive peer network provides the crucial space to prepare for, and recover from, these challenging leadership moments.

  • May 21, 2025 · 53 min

    Strategic PD Planning - Chad Ostrowski and Darrin Peppard on The Road To Awesome Podcast.

    Enjoy this crossover episode with the Road To Awesome Podcast. Chad joins Dr. Darrin Peppard to dive deep into one of the most important leadership tasks schools face: planning professional development that actually moves the needle.Darrin and Chad unpack the mistakes too many schools make—like treating PD as a day, not a movement—and offer a practical, strategic approach to make learning stick all year long. You'll hear about:- How to build clarity into every phase of your PD plan- The power of tiered professional development- Why leaders must model differentiated support- How to avoid turning your PD initiative into “the villain”- Planning walkthroughs, building internal capacity, and protecting your time as a leader- And how Teach Better + Road to Awesome are partnering to offer aligned leadership and instructional growth Whether you’re a new principal or a veteran leader, this episode is packed with practical steps to help you develop PD that actually leads to instructional improvement.👉 Learn more and schedule a conversation at www.roadtoawesome.net👉 Connect with Chad and the Teach Better Team at www.teachbetter.com

  • Dec 18, 2024 · 14 min

    Instructional Design is the Foundation of Classroom Management.

    Check out the recap here, and join for FREE at www.TeachBetter.com/mastermind ► Thanks for subscribing! 📱 Reach out to the Team at https://www.teachbetter.com 🔔 Hit the bell next to Subscribe so you don't miss a video! 🏆 Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/teachbetteteam 📕 Connect on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam 🤩 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam 🤓 Online Courses: https://www.teachbetteracademy.com

  • Dec 11, 2024 · 11 min

    Clarifying language, actions, and the root causes of student behavior issues. School Administrator’s Mastermind Recap

    Check out the recap here, and join for FREE at www.TeachBetter.com/mastermind ► Thanks for subscribing! 📱 Reach out to the Team at https://www.teachbetter.com 🔔 Hit the bell next to Subscribe so you don't miss a video! 🏆 Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/teachbetteteam 📕 Connect on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam 🤩 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam 🤓 Online Courses: https://www.teachbetteracademy.com

  • Dec 9, 2024 · 19 min

    Helping Teachers Avoid Power Struggles with Students - School Administrators Mastermind

    Check out the recap here, and join for FREE at www.TeachBetter.com/mastermind ► Thanks for subscribing! 📱 Reach out to the Team at https://www.teachbetter.com 🔔 Hit the bell next to Subscribe so you don't miss a video! 🏆 Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/teachbetteteam 📕 Connect on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam 🤩 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam 🤓 Online Courses: https://www.teachbetteracademy.com

  • Dec 2, 2024 · 14 min

    Mentoring Programs, Staff Communication, Spirit Week, Oh My! School Administrators Mastermind Recap

    In this week's meeting, we brainstormed creating mentor programs, providing staff with clear and concise communication and access to resources, and the concept of the underground spirit week. Check out the recap here, and join for FREE at www.TeachBetter.com/mastermind ► Thanks for subscribing! 📱 Reach out to the Team at https://www.teachbetter.com 🔔 Hit the bell next to Subscribe so you don't miss a video! 🏆 Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/teachbetteteam 📕 Connect on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam 🤩 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam 🤓 Online Courses: https://www.teachbetteracademy.com

  • Nov 27, 2024 · 27 min

    What are the safe on ramps for discussing race in our schools? Discussion with Ruben Espinosa.

    What are the safe on ramps for discussing race in our schools? Discussion with Ruben Espinosa. Teach Better Talk Podcast The ultimate must-listen for every teacher and educational leader, Teach Better Talk dives into the key questions that drive education today. Weekly interviews with experts from around the world, sharing cutting-edge science, groundbreaking research, and practical tools to help you master the art of teaching, efficiently manage a school, and reach every learner in your community. Catch the official podcast of the Teach Better Podcast Network every Tuesday through Thursday for fresh episodes to inspire, inform, and ignite your passion for education. ► Thanks for subscribing! 📱 Reach out to the Team at ⁠www.teachbetter.com⁠ 🏆 Follow us on Twitter/X: ⁠www.twitter.com/teachbetteteam⁠ 📕 Connect on facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam ⁠ 🤩 Follow us on Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam ⁠ 🤓 Online Courses: ⁠www.teachbetteracademy.com⁠

  • Nov 25, 2024 · 16 min

    How do we get high-level execution on policies in schools? School Administrators Mastermind Recap

    In this week's meeting, we discuss managing cell phones in schools, getting parents involved in managing technology use, and then dug into how we achieve high-level execution on school and district policies and initiatives. Check out the recap here, and join for FREE at www.TeachBetter.com/mastermind ► Thanks for subscribing! 📱 Reach out to the Team at https://www.teachbetter.com 🔔 Hit the bell next to Subscribe so you don't miss a video! 🏆 Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/teachbetteteam 📕 Connect on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam 🤩 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam 🤓 Online Courses: https://www.teachbetteracademy.com

  • Nov 20, 2024 · 35 min

    How do we make science relevant to students Learning alongside Holly Stuart.

    How do we make science relevant to students Learning alongside Holly Stuart. Teach Better Talk Podcast The ultimate must-listen for every teacher and educational leader, Teach Better Talk dives into the key questions that drive education today. Weekly interviews with experts from around the world, sharing cutting-edge science, groundbreaking research, and practical tools to help you master the art of teaching, efficiently manage a school, and reach every learner in your community. Catch the official podcast of the Teach Better Podcast Network every Tuesday through Thursday for fresh episodes to inspire, inform, and ignite your passion for education. ► Thanks for subscribing! 📱 Reach out to the Team at ⁠www.teachbetter.com⁠ 🏆 Follow us on Twitter/X: ⁠www.twitter.com/teachbetteteam⁠ 📕 Connect on facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam ⁠ 🤩 Follow us on Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam ⁠ 🤓 Online Courses: ⁠www.teachbetteracademy.com⁠

  • Nov 18, 2024 · 17 min

    How do we harness the power of AI in schools safely and effectively? School Administrators Mastermind Recap

    This week we dive into how we can harness the power of AI in schools safely and effectively. Check out the recap here, and join for FREE at www.TeachBetter.com/mastermind ► Thanks for subscribing! 📱 Reach out to the Team at https://www.teachbetter.com 🔔 Hit the bell next to Subscribe so you don't miss a video! 🏆 Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/teachbetteteam 📕 Connect on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam 🤩 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam 🤓 Online Courses: https://www.teachbetteracademy.com

  • Nov 13, 2024 · 26 min

    What role do school leaders play with Teachers that are struggling with Student behaviors? Learn along side Danny Steele.

    What role do school leaders play with Teachers that are struggling with Student behaviors? Learn along side Danny Steele. Teach Better Talk Podcast The ultimate must-listen for every teacher and educational leader, Teach Better Talk dives into the key questions that drive education today. Weekly interviews with experts from around the world, sharing cutting-edge science, groundbreaking research, and practical tools to help you master the art of teaching, efficiently manage a school, and reach every learner in your community. Catch the official podcast of the Teach Better Podcast Network every Tuesday through Thursday for fresh episodes to inspire, inform, and ignite your passion for education. ► Thanks for subscribing! 📱 Reach out to the Team at ⁠www.teachbetter.com⁠ 🏆 Follow us on Twitter/X: ⁠www.twitter.com/teachbetteteam⁠ 📕 Connect on facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam ⁠ 🤩 Follow us on Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam ⁠ 🤓 Online Courses: ⁠www.teachbetteracademy.com⁠

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