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The Better Leaders Better Schools Podcast with Daniel Bauer

Daniel Bauer
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The BETTER LEADERS BETTER SCHOOLS podcast is in the TOP 0.5% most downloaded shows of over 2 million podcasts across the world. The BLBS show was created for RUCKUS MAKERS in education -- those out-of-the-box school leaders making change happen. Launched in 2015, this category-defining podcast in educational leadership has helped over 1 MILLION leaders LEVEL UP. Each week host DANIEL BAUER has a c... more

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🎯 The Ruckus Report Quick take: Traditional discipline assumes kids will reflect, reset, and return on their own. Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper expose the myth of self-regulation and offer a proven, trauma-informed framework that transforms behavio... more

🎯 The Ruckus Report Quick take: What if connection — not curriculum — was the real driver of academic success? In this episode, Dr. Anne Paonessa reframes student disengagement as feedback, not failure, and reveals how connection fuels attendance, l... more

🎯 The Ruckus Report Quick take: If you think skipping lunch and glorifying stress proves your worth as a school leader, this episode will hit different. Danny and Jethro rip the mask off martyrdom in education and offer a new, healthier way to lead.... more

🎯 The Ruckus Report Quick take: Most schools are stuck in the past. But Anna Rita Pergolizzi-Wentworth is building a future-fluent model that fuses AI, global citizenship, and joy — and it's working.

🎓 Meet Your Fellow Ruckus Maker Anna Rita Perg... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Anne Paonessa
Former Assistant Superintendent, national speaker, and author of Essential Connection Skills
Episode: Connection Is the New Curriculum: Building Schools Worth Showing Up For — with Dr. Anne Paonessa
Anna Rita Pergolizzi-Wentworth
An educator with extensive experience in innovative teaching methods.
Pine Street School, New York City
Episode: Raise Thinkers, Embrace Humanity, Teach for Tomorrow with Anna Rita Pergolizzi-Wentworth
Dr. Karida L. Brown
NAACP Image Award-winning author and Professor at Emory University
Emory University
Episode: Reclaiming Black Educational Power with Dr. Karida L. Brown
Chad Dumas
Author of The Teacher Team Leader Handbook
Episode: Stop Asking "What Do I Do?" and Start Asking "Who Am I?" — with Dr. Chad Dumas
Ted Dintersmith
Education advocate, author, and filmmaker.
Episode: Ted Dintersmith on Redefining Math and Purpose in School
Derek Cantrell
Principal of Alleghany High School who led the consolidation of two rival high schools into one.
Alleghany High School
Episode: How This Principal United Two Enemy High Schools
Jeremy Quals
Runs an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center and has a background in education and coaching.
Williamson County Schools
Episode: Student Turns Classroom Idea Into $40,000 Business (Principal Reveals How) with Jeremy Quals
Joe Clausi
Former principal and current educational consultant
The Traveling Principal
Episode: From NYC's Toughest Schools to California's Top Charter: A Principal's Journey
Chris Jones
An educator with 24 years of experience and president of the Massachusetts State Administrators Association
Massachusetts State Administrators Association
Episode: The Secret to Turning Resistance into Support

Host

Daniel Bauer
Host and creator, focusing on educational leadership and innovation in schools. Encourages listeners to engage in professional development and make impactful changes in their educational environments.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 362 ratings
  • Very informative and engaging

    I only just stumbled across this podcast, and I can confidently say that I am happy I did. I do believe there is a lot to explore within the world of education and this podcast does amazing job of finding ways to tackle different problems with many schools. The guests also do make it more interesting with their different life experiences.

    Great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whisperballs
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Inspirational Leadership

    Danny brings in some of the greatest minds in education who are making a Ruckus in todays schools.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whitebread_13
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Lessons in Leadersip

    A very interesting and informative show. Great host with some interesting guests! A great listen every time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emma Podcast Connection
    South Africa4 years ago
  • Great show!

    This show's contents are truly fantastic. It has a wealth of valuable information. I wholeheartedly suggest this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MargieTiempo
    Philippines4 years ago
  • A Must Listen!

    I just wanted to take a moment and say thank you for creating such an impactful podcast! I believe that we all have a voice that deserves to be heard. Thank you for putting this into the world! BE UNBROKEN! @MichaelUnbroken

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael Unbroken
    Philippines4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the personal stories which make the topics relatable and engaging for those in leadership roles.
Some feedback suggests that the podcast has room for improvement in the timeliness of episode releases, but overall, it maintains high quality.
The podcast is well-received for its insightful discussions that provide practical advice and support for leaders in education.
It is praised for creating a community feel among educational leaders and inspiring listeners to implement change in their own schools.

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Connection Is the New Curriculum: Building Schools Worth Showing Up For — with Dr. Anne Paonessa
Q: What do you think often is the first step in making schools feel more connected?
Focusing on connections to self, others, learning, and community while introducing practical strategies such as reflective pauses and peer interactions.
Connection Is the New Curriculum: Building Schools Worth Showing Up For — with Dr. Anne Paonessa
Q: How do you see this as actually feedback for our schools?
Dr. Anne Paonessa explains that perceptions of student disengagement may reflect the quality of interactions and experiences offered by schools rather than just students' disinterest.
Reclaiming Black Educational Power with Dr. Karida L. Brown
Q: How can we redefine assessment in education to focus on curiosity and wonder?
We should teach students to ask the right questions instead of just looking for the right answers, as that reflects real-world learning.
Reclaiming Black Educational Power with Dr. Karida L. Brown
Q: What would it look like if schools were designed around the lived experiences of black students instead of standardized compliance?
It means being able to calm our central nervous systems enough to be present in a learning environment and cultivate a holistic view of education.
How This Principal United Two Enemy High Schools
Q: What do you think contributed to the culture and environment where people felt good about eating together?
An openness and acceptance from staff, alongside planned culture-building activities leading up to the consolidation, fostered relationships.

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2. Anna Rita Pergolizzi-Wentworth
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4. Chad Dumas
5. Ted Dintersmith
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7. Jeremy Quals
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