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Mike Lafferty Podcasts
Jethro Jones interviews instructional leaders from around the nation to learn and teach what it takes to become a transformative principal. Episodes address topics like Response to Intervention (RTI), Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS), Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), the latest advances in educational research, standards-based grading, and interviews with industry leaders like Bill Daggett, Rick Wormeli, Todd Whitaker and even people outside the education like Seth G ...
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Not the End NDE collects near-death experience (NDE) stories from people who experienced clinical death, had an experience and came back to tell about it. We hope to share these beautiful and enlightening stories to help provide hope that there's a heaven and Love and Light on the other side. NDEs are powerful spiritual experiences that have profoundly changed people!
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Helping Educators Grow Through Technology and Community with Mike Caldwell
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Host Jethro Jones talks with Mike Caldwell, founder of LinkedLeaders, about building a platform that connects school leaders with mentors and peers for real-time support. They discuss the challenges of school leadership, the value of personalized coaching, and how technology and community can help educators grow. LinkedLeaders: You need support. Ge…
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Ep. 21: He Chokes to Death: Meets Ancestors & Finds Pure Love with The Holy One (NDE)
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Reverend Ned Sheldon had a near-death experience. His complex experience on the other side was beautiful and comforting, involving loved ones and ancestors as well as encountering the divine presence of the Holy One. This is Rev. Ned Sheldon's near-death experience and the spiritual enlightenment he gained resulting from it.…
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AI Exposed the Lie of Schools, Let's Focus on Learning Again
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Welcome to Transformative Principal! In this thought-provoking solo episode, host Jethro Jones explores how artificial intelligence has revealed the weaknesses in our current education system—and why it’s time to refocus on real learning. Episode Highlights: Jethro shares candid reflections from his AI Leader Office Hours, challenging the status qu…
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How to Get a Wealthy Brain Even If You’re Not with Michael Toth
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The great importance of redesigning Tier 1 instruction that ensures deeper learning for all students. The research shows huge benefits to students and their teachers including higher achievement, closure of gaps among all reporting categories of students, increased attendance, lower misbehavior, and increased teacher satisfaction and retention. Mic…
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In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones interviews Adrian Ireland, an international educator, systems thinker, and author of "Designing Different." Together, they explore the challenges and opportunities in reimagining the architecture of learning within schools. The conversation delves into why educational reform often fails…
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Ep. 20: Surprised by NDE: Man Comes Back With No Doubts About a Creator
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Vince Migliore had a Near-Death experience. His experience was spiritually transformative and left him with no doubts as he connected with a being full of love and acceptance. This is Vince Migliore's near-death experience and the spiritual enlightenment he gained resulting from it.By MakerBox Media LLC
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Building Futures: Transition Services and Real-Life Skills with Joel Lavin
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In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones interviews Joel Lavin, an equity and inclusion administrator in Eugene, Oregon, with 25 years of experience in public education. Joel shares insights into his work supporting high school students with disabilities, focusing on transition services that help students move from school to a…
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Helping Kids Find Purposeful Direction with Tyler Lafferty
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In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones interviews Tyler Lafferty, executive director and founder of Slingshot. Tyler shares his mission to help young people discover purposeful career paths by aligning their unique skills and personalities with fulfilling jobs. The conversation explores the IDEAS framework—Introspection, Des…
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Ep. 19: Several NDEs Later: She is Finally Given a Choice on the Other Side
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Dana Roark had several Near-Death experiences. Her stories are vast, including one where she was greeted by Kurt Cobain. Eventually, in her most profound NDE, God gave her a choice to stay on The Other Side in Heaven with Him or go back. God and she spoke telepathically, and she describes encountering a beautiful energy. This is Dana Roark's near-d…
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Using Technology to Build Relationships And Help Kids Love Reading with Brandon Cardet-Hernandez
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In this episode of Transformative Principal, Brandon Cardet-Hernandez shares his journey from being a principal to advising the NYC Mayor, and now serving as President of Mrs. Wordsmith, a company dedicated to improving children's literacy through innovative tools like books and video games. Brandon dives into the urgent need for solutions in educa…
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Peacefully Productive Kids with Hilda Guerrero
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Host Jethro D. Jones talks with teacher Hilda Guerrero about her "Peacefully Productive Kids" program, which helps students develop emotional regulation, empathy, and conflict resolution skills. Hilda shares practical strategies and resources she created after working with a challenging student, and discusses her mission to make social-emotional le…
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Leading Change that Lasts with Dr. Kelly Hastings
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Nearly a year ago, Dr. Kelly Hastings interviewed Jethro on this show to talk about Saboteurs. It’s high time we get her on the show to talk about her work. SCALE Framework: Set the vision and team with clarity and purpose Create the script that drives aligned, actionable change Act and communicate effectively with your entire community Learn, list…
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Ep. 18: She Drowns: On the Other Side, It Felt Like Coming Home (NDE of Hilary Young)
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Hilary Young had a Near-Death Experience. During her NDE, she drowned and found herself above her body. In this realm she felt connected to everyone at the scene, as well as the nature, animals, and insects. Then Hilary was encompassed by a shimmering light of love, beauty, and peace. She felt like she was coming home. Hilary returned to Earth with…
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Throwbacks: Elephants Fighting with Naphtali Hoff
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Naphtali Hoff is an executive coach, organizational consultant, trainer, writer & speaker. How to come back from making a mistake. Think big picture. If you don’t create the right foundation, then you will spend far less time helping kids than When elephants fight, it’s the grass that gets trampled. - Rick Lavoie Where you can support the vision Ev…
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Reject the Premise, Part 4 with Danny Bauer
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In this episode, Jethro and Danny continue their "Reject the Premise" series, a collaborative book-writing and podcast project. They discuss challenging traditional assumptions in education, focusing on reimagining school leadership, student development, and the real purpose of education. Links to Parts 1-3: Reject the Premise 1: Podcasts Link Reje…
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In this episode of Transformative Principal, Jethro Jones welcomes three inspiring guests to discuss the origins and impact of the Test Kitchen Education Foundation in Fort Madison, Iowa. Brent Zirkel shares how the foundation was created to blend culinary arts with education, providing students with essential life and academic skills. Kumar Withan…
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Ep. 17: Woman's Heart Stops: She Goes to the Other Side & Meets "Source" (NDE of Bri Lafferty)
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Bri Lafferty had a Near-Death Experience. During her NDE, her heart stops, finds herself in a realm that she describes as ever-expanding love. Here she meets God, who she calles "Source," "Our Creator," and "The Essence of the Universe." Bri returned to Earth with special abilities as a medical intuitive and with the ability to spiritually read peo…
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M&M Dev Alex Thomas stops by to run us through a playtest of M&M4eBy Mike Lafferty
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In this episode, Jethro interviews Derek "DC" Crager, a passionate advocate for making artificial intelligence accessible, especially for the neurodiverse community. DC shares his personal experiences as an autistic individual and discusses how AI can empower people with autism, ADHD, and dyslexia to enhance their skills and independence. The conve…
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In this episode of Transformative Principle, host Jethro Jones welcomes back Dr. Chad Dumas, international consultant and author of "The Teacher Team Leader Handbook." Together, they explore the crucial distinction between who you are and what you do as a leader, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, integrity, and coherence in educational le…
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Ep. 16: During NDE, She Experiences Hell and is Saved by Cartoon Jesus (NDE of Jessie Charboneau)
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Jessie Charboneau had a Near-Death Experience. During her NDE, she experienced what she describes as hell. Once she accepted her fate, she was caught up in a white light, and Jesus came to her as a cartoon. Growing up, cartoons were safe for Jessie. Jesus revealed himself in a way that made Jessie feel safe and seen. This is Jess Charbonau's experi…
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Dungeon Dwelling Creatures - Let's be Bad Guys
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Ross and Mike interview John Watson about Dungeon Dwelling Creatures a Dungeon Crawl Classics-compatible RPG in which you take on the role of a monster. Check it out at: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/rugby-melee-games/dungeon-dwelling-creaturesBy Mike Lafferty
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Coaching Over Evaluation with K.C. Knudson
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In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones sits down with K.C. Knudson, MTSS Coordinator at the Northwest Educational Service District, to explore the critical distinction between coaching and evaluation in education. Drawing on research and real-world experience, K.C. shares why 98% of teachers need coaching—not evaluation—and …
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How to Stop Sounding Like Every Other School with Kristian Golick
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In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones interviews Kristian Golick, founder of EduCreative, about how schools can stand out by uncovering and communicating their unique culture and emotional truth. They discuss the importance of storytelling in school marketing, the process of identifying a school's key differentiator, and ho…
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Building Sustainable Systems in Schools with Patrick Mongrain
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In this episode, Jethro Jones welcomes Patrick Mongrain, a middle school teacher, instructional coach, and restorative justice specialist, to discuss building sustainable systems in education. Patrick shares his “Moneyball” approach—leveraging data and analytics to improve classroom instruction and teacher support. He emphasizes the importance of m…
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Ep. 15: He Died, Saw Satan Tempting Jesus, and Came Back with a Message (NDE of Rev. Giovano Koala Fusco)
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Rev. Giovano Koala Fusco had a Near-Death Experience. During his NDE, he was guided by an angel and witnessed Jesus being tempted by Satan. The message he brought back with him was that we aren't the ones who are supposed to judge others. This is Rev. Giovano Koala Fusco's experience of spiritual enlightenment. We welcome others' stories of new age…
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Hope Out of the Pandemic with Derek Mitchell
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In this episode, host Jethro Jones welcomes Derek Mitchell, CEO of Partners in School Innovation, to discuss the evolving role of schools post-pandemic, the importance of community partnerships, and innovative solutions to chronic challenges like truancy. Derek shares insights on leadership, the need for equity-centered school improvement, and prac…
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AI Standards and Cybersecurity Education for Kids with Sam Bourgeois
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In this episode, host Jethro Jones discusses the crucial topic of AI and cybersecurity with Sam Bourgeois, an experienced IT director with a background in private industry and education. The conversation covers the importance of AI standards, the ethical implications of AI use, and the need for cybersecurity awareness among young people. Sam introd…
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The Role of Coaching in Dissertation Success with Dr. Jayne Lammers
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In this episode, Jethro Jones talks with Dr. Jayne Lammers, a dissertation coach, about the importance of having systems and support to complete a dissertation. They discuss Dr. Lammers' experience, the role of a dissertation coach, and various strategies such as weekly accountability check-ins, peer exchanges, and 'shut up and write' sessions to h…
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Ep. 14: Near-Death Experiencer takes the hand of Jesus and is shown Heaven! (NDE of Mike McKinsey)
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Mike McKinsey had an NDE on the operating table during an appendix surgery. There, he was greeted by Jesus, who asked him to take his hand. These are Mike McKinsey's mystical experiences of spiritual enlightenment as he encountered a spiritual realm on the other side. Connect with Mike at https://mikemckinsey.com We welcome others' stories of new a…
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