Standout Voices: Leadership Lessons
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 What does it take to build and sustain a thriving school culture? In this episode, Dr. Jared Smith, superintendent of Waterloo Schools and author o…  
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 In this episode of Standout Voices Leadership Lessons, we sit down with Tony Hoops, Vice President of Athletics at Northwestern College, t…  
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 In this episode of Standout Voices: Leadership Lessons,Russ sits down with Nicole Roeder, the 2025 Iowa Secondary Principal of the Year, to explore…  
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 In this episode, Russ sits down with Dr. D. Nathan Phinney, Vice President for Academic Affairs at Northwestern College, to explore the intersectio…  
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 We’re excited to share that we’ve made some big changesaround here! The Transforming Education: Leadership Lessons podcast is now Standout Voices:…  
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 In this episode, Gary sits down with Thomas C. Murray. Tom serves as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools® and is the author of Lear…  
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 In this episode, Gary and guest, Jenn David-Lang of TheMain Idea discuss the book Built to Move: The Ten Essential Habits to Help You Move Freely …  
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 In this episode, Gary and guests discuss the evolution of artificial intelligence and its significance for education. Dr. Dana Schon, Professional …  
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 On this episode, Gary sits down with the 2022 AFCA NAIA National Coach of the Year and the Head Coach of the 2022 NAIA National Champion Raider foo…  
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 In this episode, Leslie welcomes guest Jacob Morgan. Jacob is a best-selling author and one of the world’s leading authorities on leadership, the f…  
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 “A gathering is a moment of time that has the potential to alter many other moments of time.” - Priya Parker, The Art of Gathering  
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 In this episode, Gary talks with Liz Wiseman, author, researcher, and executive advisor who teaches leadership around the world. We discuss her…  
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 As a former educator and principal, Dr. Wilson has taken her years of experience and connections to gather accomplished leaders and practitioners i…  
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 In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, our Leadership in Education Conference keynote speaker. We discuss the upcoming conference and…  
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 Our guest, Dr. Lisa Remy, joins us as the most recently named Executive Director for School Administrators of Iowa. Prior to starting this new lead…  
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 This episode welcomes the superintendent of the Cedar Rapids Community School District, the inspiring Noreen Bush. Noreen was named the 2021-2022 I…  
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 In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Roark Horn to help celebrate his recent retirement from School Administrators of Iowa (SAI). He reflects on hi…  
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 Guest, Jessica Christensen shares about her vital work as Director of Community Development and Training for Please Pass the Love and a regional tr…  
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 We’re thrilled to welcome back leader, speaker and consultant Angela Maiers to the podcast. In this episode, she shares a sneak peek of her keynote…  
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 Do you have habits that you have wanted to start, or drop? Maybe you’ve had success initially, only to return to your old routines. From the Main I…  
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 In this episode, Northwestern’s newest graduate program director, Dr. Gregg Elliott joins the podcast. He shares his excitement for building the M.…  
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 Rachel Langenhorst is a lifelong learner dedicated to being a positive change agent. As a technology integrationist and instructional coach, she fi…  
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 Mastermind with Daniel BauerDaniel Bauer is an unorthodox Ruckus Maker who has mentored thousands of school leaders through his Better Lead…  
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 As an international speaker and author, Joe Beckman’s mission is to reclaim human connection in school communities throughout the world. He has sha…  
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 In this episode, we talk with educators Dr. Laurie Barron and Dr. Patti Kinney. Dr. Barron is currently the superintendent at Evergreen Public Scho…  
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 Brooklyn-based educator, Cornelius Minor inspires students to believe anything is possible. He also works with teachers, school leaders, and commun…  
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 In this episode, we talk with Dr. Rahn Franklin and Dr. Val Stokes about inclusive excellence and their passion for cultivating inclusion on an edu…  
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 This episode welcomes Jenn David-Lang to the podcast. With over 25 years of experience in education and as the founder of The Main Idea, she’s pass…  
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 Red Raider head football coach, Matt McCarty joins this episode. We reflect on an unconventional season, which ended in Northwestern’s incredible N…  
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 Education and assessment/grading enthusiast, Dr. Matt Townsley joins this episode! As a former district administrator and secondary teacher, he has…  
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 When teams believe they have the ability to make a difference, exciting things can happen in school. How can leaders help build this collective eff…  
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 Levi Wiersma and Joshua Rathbun conclude the Young Leaders Series. We discuss the concept of kingdom entrepreneurship from the 100X Podcast and how…  
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 Senior business majors, Sutton Derr and Michael Love join this week’s podcast. They review episodes from Business with Purpose, the Andy Stanley Po…  
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 Entrepreneurship students, Makenzie Fink and Jonathan Gabrielse breakdown leadership lessons from The 10 Minute Entrepreneur Podcast with Sean Cast…  
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 Throughout the Young Leaders series, we’ll be talking with entrepreneurship students for a quick take on popular leadership podcasts. They share th…  
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 Inspiring future leaders and developing an entrepreneurial mindset are significant passions for Professor Erica Vonk. As director of the new Center…  
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 In the final episode of the Legacy Leaders Series, we talk with one of Northwestern’s most legendary coaches, Larry “Bubb” Korver. His ability to b…  
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 From coaching consecutive national championship teams to helping lead a city through a pandemic, Earl Woudstra shares what keeps him grounded. We t…  
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 The stronger the healthcare system, the stronger the community. Orange City Area Health System CEO Marty Guthmiller’s leadership lessons include ti…  
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 In this episode of the Legacy Leaders series, we welcome Congressman-elect Feenstra, representative of Iowa’s 4th district. He shares his journey t…  
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 In this new series called Legacy Leaders, we’re talking to thought leaders who are - you’ve guessed it - leaving a positive legacy. Our first guest…  
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 Why is forgiveness a key ingredient of leadership? Learn how in this episode with Dr. Jiying (Jenny) Song, professor and first editor of the newly rel…  
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 Sarah Brown-Wessling is nationally known as the 2010 National Teacher of the Year, as Iowa's representative from Johnston, Iowa! Sarah shares what it …  
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 Guest Corey Westra is Commissioner of the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Corey shares about his journey in sports leadership, pursuing excellence, …  
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 As a consultant to the Iowa State Department of Education, Lora Rasey has had a front-row seat in establishing the Teacher Leadership Compensation Pro…  
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 One of the most innovative educational leaders in the country, Devin Vodicka talks about efficacy and personalized learning. Using his own immigrant e…  
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 Steve Connell shares his vision for building an award-winning Pride of the Dutch Marching Band and then NWC’s Athletic Band. The program, built on stu…  
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 Sought-after Christian motivational speaker and Northwestern’s new VP for Athletics shares how God uses ordinary people to get through extraordinary c…  
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 A superintendent of the year, author and national speaker, Joe Sanfelippo brings his electric inspiration to the podcast.  In this episode, we connect…  
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 As Executive Director of School Administrators of Iowa, Dr. Roark Horn is guiding the leaders of our Iowa schools. He shares how we are responding to …  
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 Dr. Theresa Pedersen brings a pandemic perspective from the future as students begin to return to the classroom in Germany and her own classroom on th…  
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 Have you been struggling with the disappointment of canceled life events? Missing these big moments, or rituals, is hard for students, educators, pare…  
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 In this episode, author and Tedx speaker Dr. Katie Martin relates the current state of education to the infamous story of Kodak. Education must adapt.…  
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 In this episode, Gary is joined by guest co-host Jeff Herzberg and guest Dr. Buddy Berry, superintendent of Eminence school district, KY. Dr. Berry ta…  
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 On this episode, Mark DeYounge joins the podcast to share his heart on leadership and navigating authenticity within today’s pull toward self-focus. W…  
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 Gary is joined by Eric Sheninger – former award-winning principal, now a consultant, speaker, author and thought leader on digital leadership. Eric gi…  
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 Dr. David DeJong helps principals become superintendents at the University of South Dakota. He’s making a big impact on preparing education administra…  
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 Dana Schon joins this episode of Transforming Education. As the Professional Learning Director for School Administrators of Iowa, she’s one of the mos…  
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 Jimmy Casas, author, speaker and award-winning principal, joins the podcast to talk about his journey in education. He shares about the power of build…  
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 Dr. Ryan Wise, Executive Director of Education in Iowa joins us to preview our upcoming fall Leadership in Education Conference and discuss big topics…  
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 The 9th president of Northwestern College, Greg Christy shares the challenges in higher education and how he values a collaborative leadership style t…  
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 Aaron and Joe are well-respected leaders with tons of experience in high-pressure environments. They first met as NFL player and chaplain for the Gree…  
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 We have all experienced good and even poor customer service! This episode’s guest, Dr. Rebecca Hoey has discovered that caring well for students in hi…  
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 In this episode of Transforming Education: Leadership Lessons, Gary Richardson talks with top Edupreneur, author and speaker Angela Maiers. Founder of…  
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 Northwestern College’s Gary Richardson is joined by Mr. Jeff Herzberg in this episode of Transforming Education: Leadership Lessons to discuss qualiti…  
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 Northwestern College’s Gary Richardson is joined by Dr. Ron Juffer  to discuss leading through investing, serving and modeling. Ron gives his take on …  
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