Best Randy Gooch Podcasts (2025)

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Connection: Leadership Lessons from Josh Varner 28:57

11d ago28:57

28:57

Tell us what you like about the podcast! In this episode of the Lead Learn Laugh Grow podcast, host Randy Gooch converses with Josh Varner, a nationally recognized trauma-informed speaker and author. Josh shares his extensive experience working with individuals affected by childhood trauma, emphasizing the importance of connection in leadership. He…

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CTE Vision in the Desert with Dr. Scott Spurgeon - Part 2 17:54

25d ago17:54

17:54

Tell us what you like about the podcast! In this episode of Lead Learn Laugh Grow, host Randy Gooch continues his conversation with Dr. Scott Spurgeon, Superintendent of West-MEC. Dr. Spurgeon shares his insights on building organizational capacity through modeling behavior, fostering relationships, and demonstrating effective leadership. He discus…

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CTE Vision in the Desert with Dr. Scott Spurgeon - Part 1 23:00

1M ago23:00

23:00

Tell us what you like about the podcast! Join us for a compelling conversation with Dr. Scott Spurgeon on the Lead Learn Laugh Grow podcast! Discover how Dr. Spurgeon's innovative vision is empowering students and pioneering new partnerships in the semiconductor and healthcare industries. Learn about the role of self-reflection, technology, and fai…

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Where is My Exit with Dave Baker 22:49

3M ago22:49

22:49

Tell us what you like about the podcast! In this episode of the 'Lead, Learn, Laugh, Grow' podcast, host Randy Gooch welcomes Dave Baker, a Certified Exit Planning Advisor from St. Louis, Missouri. Dave shares his journey from a 31-year career in public education to helping small, family-owned businesses scale and transition successfully. He emphas…

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Still Flying High with Judy McMurtry 25:24

3M ago25:24

25:24

Tell us what you like about the podcast! In this episode of the Lead, Learn, Laugh, Grow podcast, hosts Randy Gooch introduces Judy McMurtry, CEO of JMXL Consultant and a dynamic leader with extensive experience in the aviation industry. Judy shares her inspiring journey from starting in reservations to becoming a manager at Delta Airlines and lead…

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Plumber to School Leader with Jarrod Lussier 27:05

4M ago27:05

27:05

Tell us what you like about the podcast! "Excited to share our latest podcast episode featuring Jarrod Lussier, who transitioned from being a master plumber to a leader in vocational education. Discover how Jarrod's unique background brings a fresh perspective to educational leadership and how CTE programs drive workforce readiness. Listen now! #Vo…

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Leading with Legacy in Mind guest Jeff Lashley 30:43

4M ago30:43

30:43

Tell us what you like about the podcast! Randy Gooch talks with Dr. Jeff Lashley about the impact of leading with legacy in mind. Dr. Lashley, who recently retired as the president of Moberly Area Community College, discusses his post-retirement activities and the importance of mentorship, effective communication, and finding humor in leadership. T…

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Theodore, Liz and Lois - Art Visionaries 28:52

4M ago28:52

28:52

Tell us what you like about the podcast! This podcast episode of 'Lead, Learn, Laugh, Grow' features a conversation with Lois Brace, the Executive Director of Presser Arts Center in Mexico, Missouri. The discussion delves into the historical background of Theodore Presser, a musician and composer who founded numerous concert halls across the U.S. T…

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BE THE BISON with David Nivens 24:26

5M ago24:26

24:26

Tell us what you like about the podcast! In this episode of the Lead, Learn, Laugh, Grow podcast, host Randy Gooch recounts a personal story involving a handcrafted bison-hide wallet to introduce an important leadership lesson on confronting challenges head-on. Randy then welcomes guest David Nevins, partner at Como Companies, who shares his leader…

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COMFORT KILLS 34:10

5M ago34:10

34:10

Tell us what you like about the podcast! Comfort Kills Podcast Summary In this episode of the Lead, Learn, Laugh, and Grow podcast, host Randy Gooch discusses the themes of restlessness, growth, and discomfort in leadership. Sharing his personal story, Randy reflects on a period of unease that led him to embrace the Law of the Lid and the motto 'co…