Pixar's "Soul" Hit Hard
Jamal and I discuss Pixar's "Soul," what it meat to us- and how it reflected life.

Jamal and I discuss Pixar's "Soul," what it meat to us- and how it reflected life.
Today show is not really about sports, but used as the metaphor of resiliency. Jamal goes especially deep on how two different pro athletes had different mindsets of resiliency.
Your focus will become your destiny.
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Jamal, like always has some great metaphors. Today's lesson is about fleas, elephants, and the importance of choosing a great friend group.
Jamal and I talk about WANTING adversity in your life.
You want to develop as a better teacher- but you administration wants better test scores. What to do?
Jamal and I discuss intentional growth and development, and why I used to fear "the observation." When also dive into building a culture that WANTS good feedback.
Jamal had a dream about Moana- then he interpreted it. We go all-in on the hero's journey and finding meaning in Pixar films.
Jamal and I discuss: Bootstrapping, venture, and angel investing. But why should students know the difference?
Recruit well, treat them well... wish them well. How school admins recruit and build a great model.
Today we have a guest. Matthew Woods is currently the Director of Student Support Services in Virginia. We go into his "sandbox" mentality and what it means to lead. His professional experience includes being a high school teacher, middle and high school assistant principal, middle school principal, adjunct professor, and field instructor at the collegiate level for student-teachers. Additionally, Matthew hosts a K-12 podcast, Leading Out The Woods, and is the author of the children’s book serie...
Jamal and I talk about Thanksgiving and COVID, being safe, and trying to keep family traditions in tact. Also... what is Jamal driving? Tweet us @DonWettrick @JamalCrook,
Jamal and I discuss the difference between travel vs vacation. Then Jamal goes into the importance of presence within the time off.
Jamal and Zach go deep into transformational leadership- and what it can do for your school.
Today Jamal and guest host Zach Shutler discuss the opportunities that can exist within the COVID crisis.
2% of teachers are black males. Jamal goes into how he might change that- and what incentives are out there.
Today Jamal and I discuss the recruiting more black male's into the education space. Pt 1 we discuss creating the right environment.
Today Jamal and I discuss the need for more teachers of color- especially male teachers. Also presenting "opportunities" and why some schools have a hard time changing culture.
What happens when 1 marriage partner is healthy and the other isn't? Today Jamal and I talk about healthy relationships, losing weight, and the key to staying healthy- together.
Jamal and I discuss "character building days."
Jamal and I discuss the election, potential riots, and why things are (probably)going to be ok.
"Motivation" can come and go. Process is a different story.
Jamal and I have a special announcement. Plus, we wonder "if 2020 was an animal... what animal would it be?"
"When you are younger, you look ahead to see when your big break will come. When you are older, you look back to see when you were broken."
Jamal and I discuss classroom management: Good control or good cooperation?
In talking to my daughter tonight, I was reminded why I love the advice from Kung Fu Panda.
Tonight Jamal and I go deep on leadership.
Sometimes I suck. Sometimes I get too excited and cut off my guests. Sometimes I don't plan the way I should. But I'm trying to get better.
Jamal & I discuss the present moment, Kung Fu Panda, and why Joshua Medcalf's book "Chop Wood, Carry Water" resonates. Also, Jamal decides to start a book study.