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Episode 2:36 | Staff Celebration Isn’t Fluff: It’s a Retention Strategy
Jun 12, 2026
37m 00s
Episode 2:35 Reflective Leadership and Reflective Teaching: Finishing Strong, Growing Stronger
Jun 5, 2026
38m 34s
Episode 2:34 The 10 Minute Fix
May 22, 2026
41m 39s
Episode 2:33 What Should Actually Come to The Office?
May 15, 2026
32m 48s
Episode 2:32 What Actually Works in May
May 1, 2026
32m 57s
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| 6/12/26 | ![]() Episode 2:36 | Staff Celebration Isn’t Fluff: It’s a Retention Strategy | What if one of the most effective staff retention strategies in your school doesn’t require a new initiative, a larger budget, or another professional development session? What if it’s appreciation? In this episode of Interventions and Detentions with Brad, we explore why staff celebration is much more than a feel-good activity. It’s a leadership practice that directly impacts morale, engagement, culture, and retention. Brad dives into the realities of educator burnout, why employees stay or leave, and the critical role administrators play in helping people feel seen, valued, and connected to the mission of their school. You’ll learn practical strategies for celebrating teachers, paraprofessionals, secretaries, custodians, bus drivers, food service staff, counselors, and every member of the team who helps students succeed. In this episode, you’ll discover: * Why appreciation is a leadership responsibility, not an extra task * The difference between recognition and appreciation * How positive school culture impacts staff retention * Common mistakes leaders make when celebrating employees * Practical, low-cost ways to recognize staff throughout the year * How to build a culture where people genuinely want to stay Whether you’re a principal, assistant principal, superintendent, instructional coach, or teacher leader, this episode offers actionable ideas you can implement immediately to strengthen relationships and improve culture in your school. Because great schools aren’t built by programs. They’re built by people. And people thrive where appreciation lives. Lead. Inspire. Impact. | 37m 00s | ||||||
| 6/5/26 | ![]() Episode 2:35 Reflective Leadership and Reflective Teaching: Finishing Strong, Growing Stronger | As another school year comes to a close, educators everywhere are packing classrooms, submitting final grades, and looking ahead to a well-deserved summer break. But before we rush into the next season, what can we learn from the one we’re leaving behind? In this episode of Interventions and Detentions with Brad, we explore the power of reflective practice for both teachers and school leaders. Reflection is not about dwelling on mistakes. It is about transforming experiences into growth. Whether you are a classroom teacher, principal, instructional coach, counselor, or aspiring leader, intentional reflection can help you identify what worked, what did not, and what deserves your attention moving forward. Join Brad as he discusses why reflection is one of the most valuable professional growth tools available, the questions every educator should ask at the end of the year, and how reflective leaders build stronger school cultures. You will also hear practical strategies for turning reflection into action, celebrating successes, learning from challenges, and creating a clear path forward for the year ahead. The end of the school year is not just an ending. It is an opportunity to become an even better educator for the students who are waiting for us next fall. Interventions and Detentions with Brad. Where the real learning begins. | 38m 34s | ||||||
| 5/22/26 | ![]() Episode 2:34 The 10 Minute Fix✨ | classroom strategieseducation+3 | — | — | — | 10-Minute Fixclassroom change+3 | — | 41m 39s | |
| 5/15/26 | ![]() Episode 2:33 What Should Actually Come to The Office?✨ | office referralsclassroom management+3 | — | — | — | office referralsclassroom management+5 | — | 32m 48s | |
| 5/1/26 | ![]() Episode 2:32 What Actually Works in May✨ | classroom managementend of school year+3 | — | — | — | classroombehavior+5 | — | 32m 57s | |
| 4/24/26 | ![]() Episode2:31 Support vs Reality — A Principal’s Take on Education Influencers✨ | education influencersleadership in education+3 | — | — | — | educationleadership+5 | — | 37m 01s | |
| 4/18/26 | ![]() Episode 2:30 What Does a ”B” Even Mean? A Real Talk About Report Cards✨ | report cardseducation+3 | — | — | — | report cardseducation+3 | — | 18m 09s | |
| 4/3/26 | ![]() Episode 2:29 The Spring ”Slide”.✨ | spring behavior changeseducator challenges+3 | — | — | — | spring slideattention spans+3 | — | 30m 51s | |
| 3/27/26 | ![]() Episode 2:28 Attendance Matters✨ | attendancestudent success+3 | — | Indiana | — | attendancestudent success+5 | — | 32m 06s | |
| 3/20/26 | ![]() Episode 2:27 Field Trips: From Buses to Virtual Reality✨ | field tripseducation+3 | — | Interventions and Detentions | — | field tripseducation+5 | — | 40m 21s | |
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| 3/13/26 | ![]() Episode 2:26 Classroom Management-Why Some Classrooms Run Smoothly... and Others Don’t✨ | classroom managementteacher autonomy+4 | — | — | — | classroom managementteacher strategies+5 | — | 30m 57s | |
| 3/6/26 | ![]() Episode 2:25 From the Paddle to Restorative Practices-The Evolution of Discipline and Consequences✨ | history of school disciplineprogressive discipline+4 | — | PBISBoard of Education+3 | one-room schoolhouses | school disciplinerestorative practices+5 | — | 36m 55s | |
| 2/27/26 | ![]() Episode 2:24 Rethinking Devices in Elementary Schools | rushed to put a screen in every child’s hands. It made sense in 2020. But in 2026… does it still? In this episode of Interventions and Detentions, Brad asks the uncomfortable question many educators are thinking but not saying out loud: Have we gone too far with devices in elementary classrooms? Students in some grades are spending close to two hours a day on school-issued screens. Research shows comprehension can drop when reading digitally. Attention spans are shifting. Social development looks different. And some districts across the country are quietly scaling technology back in K–5 while keeping it strong in secondary settings. So what does the research actually say? What trends are emerging? And what should a balanced K–12 approach really look like? This isn’t anti-technology. High school students absolutely need digital fluency. But are we asking kindergarteners to function like mini knowledge workers? If you’re a school leader, teacher, or parent wrestling with screen time, instructional quality, and long-term impact — this episode is an honest, data-informed conversation about where we may need to recalibrate. | 35m 48s | ||||||
| 2/20/26 | ![]() Episode 2:23 Recess Matters More Than You Think | Episode 2:23 – Recess Matters More Than You Think When was the last time we really stopped to think about recess? In this episode of Interventions & Detentions, Brad takes a deep dive into the history of recess in American schools, how it has evolved over time, and why it may be one of the most misunderstood parts of the school day. From the impact of high-stakes testing to the debate over recess before or after lunch, this conversation explores how scheduling decisions shape student behavior, regulation, and learning. Brad also unpacks the social power of recess — where leadership emerges, conflict is navigated, and resilience is built. Most importantly, this episode challenges us to reconsider play not as a break from learning, but as a foundational part of it. Unstructured play isn’t fluff. It’s developmental. It’s neurological. And it may be more protective than we realize. If you’re an educator, school leader, or parent who cares about the whole child, this episode will give you practical insights and perspective shifts you can apply immediately. Because sometimes the most important learning happens outside. | 42m 31s | ||||||
| 2/6/26 | ![]() Episode 2:22 Grading With Fluidity, Not Finality with Dave a Nagel | Making Learning Visible — A Conversation on Visible Grading with Dave Nagel What if grading didn’t signal the end of learning, but instead helped students see where they are, where they’re going, and how to get there? In this episode, Brad is joined by Dave Nagel, educational consultant, coach, and co-author of Grading Visible Learners: Learning With Fluidity, Not Finality, for a thoughtful conversation on Visible Grading and its connection to student learning. Dave unpacks how traditional grading practices can unintentionally shut learning down—and how visible grading shifts the focus from point accumulation to clarity, feedback, and growth. Drawing from research connected to Visible Learning, Dave shares practical ways educators can make grading more transparent, meaningful, and supportive for students and teachers alike. In this episode, you’ll hear: • What “visible grading” really means in classrooms • How grading can support learning rather than finalize it • Why clarity and feedback matter more than points • What convinces skeptical educators to rethink grading practices • Practical shifts teachers and leaders can make without overhauling everything Whether you’re a classroom teacher, instructional coach, or school leader, this conversation will challenge how you think about grades—and how they impact learning. | 1h 10m 48s | ||||||
| 1/30/26 | ![]() Episode2:21 The Teaching Code Of Ethics | Season 2, Episode 21 The Code We Don’t Talk About: Ethics, Teaching, & the Lines We Cross We see posts about teacher ethics all the time. We like them. We share them. We agree with them. But we rarely slow down and talk about what ethics actually look like on our hardest days. In this episode, Brad takes a post he came across while scrolling Facebook on The Teachers Community and turns it into a real, honest conversation about ethics in education—beyond posters, policies, and sound bites. This is not an episode about calling teachers out. It’s about calling ourselves back in. We unpack what it means to: • Stay committed to students when they challenge us • Practice integrity when no one is watching • Protect the dignity of the profession during burnout • Navigate relationships with colleagues, parents, and community • Use authority and discipline in ways that build rather than break Ethics aren’t tested when teaching is easy. They’re tested when we’re tired, frustrated, and stretched thin. If you’ve ever questioned whether your actions still match your values—this conversation is for you. | 18m 29s | ||||||
| 1/23/26 | ![]() Episode 2:20 Classroom Management Didn’t Fail... The Social Contract Did. | Classroom management hasn’t changed — but the culture around it has. In this episode of Interventions and Detentions, we examine how enforcing expectations now happens in a climate where authority is questioned, limits are challenged, and support for educators is inconsistent. This isn’t about better strategies or stricter rules. It’s about what happens when the shared understanding that adults deserve dignity while doing their job breaks down. If you’ve ever felt blamed for holding the line everyone claims to want held, this episode puts words to that reality. | 31m 43s | ||||||
| 1/16/26 | ![]() Episode 2:19 From the Classroom to the Office | In Episode 2:19 of Interventions and Detentions, Brad sits down with Stuart Smith, a veteran educator who recently made the jump from the 5th grade classroom to the assistant principal’s office. With over 27 years in education, Stuart shares honest insights on leading former peers, navigating the realities of administration, and keeping a teacher’s heart while stepping into leadership. This episode is a must-listen for educators curious about leadership and administrators who remember what those first days in the office really felt like. | 54m 14s | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | ![]() Episode 2:18 Peer Mediation in Middle Schools | In this episode of Interventions and Detentions with Brad, we take a realistic look at when peer mediation works, when it doesn’t, and why power dynamics matter. We also clarify how peer-led programs like Sources of Strength support school culture without replacing mediation. Grounded in real middle school leadership experience, this conversation focuses on student safety, appropriate interventions, and practical decision-making in high-needs schools. | 29m 30s | ||||||
| 1/2/26 | ![]() Episode 2:17 2025 Year in a Review: The Wins, The Wounds, and The Work | 2025 was a year that asked a lot of educators. In this reflective solo episode of Interventions and Detentions, I pause to look back on the wins, the wounds, and the work that defined the year in schools. I unpack the major themes that surfaced across classrooms and leadership offices—instruction coming back to the center, behavior as a signal rather than a problem, leadership fatigue, and the growing parent-school divide. I also reflect on the conversations that shaped this podcast in 2025 and the quiet victories that too often go unnoticed. This episode isn’t about trends or quick fixes. It’s about naming what was real, honoring the people who carried the work, and clarifying what matters as we move forward. If you made it through 2025 in education, this one’s for you. | 39m 19s | ||||||
| 12/19/25 | ![]() Episode 2:16 – Leading with Instruction | In this episode of Interventions & Detentions, Brad sits down with Andrew Barrand, first-year principal at Lakeland Intermediate School, to explore the powerful connection between high-quality instruction and student behavior. Together, they discuss how engaging teaching practices, proactive classroom strategies, and Conscious Discipline can reduce behavior issues before they begin. Andrew also reflects on lessons learned in his first year as a building leader, the shift from classroom teacher to principal, and advice for educators aspiring to lead—all while keeping teaching and learning at the center of school leadership. | 44m 53s | ||||||
| 12/12/25 | ![]() Episode 2:15 The Parent Divide | In this episode, Brad digs into The Parent Divide—the growing gap between what some parents expect from schools and what educators can realistically provide. From communication challenges to shifting responsibilities, Brad breaks down the tensions, the misunderstandings, and the real stories happening inside today’s classrooms. Listen as he offers honest reflections, practical insights, and a grounded perspective from inside the principal’s office. New episodes drop every Friday at 8 a.m. Listen on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and wherever you get your podcasts. | 23m 44s | ||||||
| 11/28/25 | ![]() Episode 2:14 Giving Thanks & Showing Gratitude & Generosity in Schools | In this Thanksgiving mini-episode, Brad shares two simple but meaningful ways he practiced gratitude and generosity in his school this week—from writing personalized notes to every staff member to teaming up with the counselor to give teachers an extra thirty minutes of breathing room. With real stories from kindergarten and first grade life, this quick episode is a reminder that small, intentional gestures can transform a school’s culture. Interventions and Detentions…Where the Real Learning Begins. | 17m 00s | ||||||
| 11/21/25 | ![]() Episode 2:13 Adult SEL is not an Option with Brian Kulak | In this episode, I sit down with principal and author Brian Kulak to talk about why adult SEL isn’t optional and how emotionally intelligent leadership shapes everything that happens in a school. We dig into what leaders can do to support the people who care for kids, the impact on students when adult SEL is ignored, and why strong staff culture is the foundation of every great school. | 48m 15s | ||||||
| 11/14/25 | ![]() Episode 2:12 Leading Without Burning Out | this episode of Interventions & Detentions, Brad opens up about the emotional realities of school leadership — the weight you carry, the pressure you absorb, and the moments that make the job feel heavier than anyone realizes. Drawing on his journey from a 5th-grade classroom in 1997 to 22 years in the principal’s chair, Brad shares honest reflections on burnout, staying grounded, and what it truly takes to reset when everything feels overwhelming. Whether you’re a new leader, a veteran administrator, or someone who simply understands the emotional toll of serving others, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and practical strategies to help you keep leading with purpose — without losing yourself in the process. | 32m 00s | ||||||
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