Épisodes

  • Episode 2:19 From the Classroom to the Office

    Episode 2:19 From the Classroom to the Office
    Jan 16 2026
    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.
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    54 min
  • Episode 2:18 Peer Mediation in Middle Schools

    Episode 2:18 Peer Mediation in Middle Schools
    Jan 9 2026
    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.
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    30 min
  • Episode 2:17 2025 Year in a Review: The Wins, The Wounds, and The Work

    Episode 2:17 2025 Year in a Review: The Wins, The Wounds, and The Work
    Jan 2 2026
    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.
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    39 min
  • Episode 2:16 – Leading with Instruction

    Episode 2:16 – Leading with Instruction
    Dec 19 2025
    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.
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    45 min
  • Episode 2:15 The Parent Divide

    Episode 2:15 The Parent Divide
    Dec 12 2025
    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.
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    24 min
  • Episode 2:14 Giving Thanks & Showing Gratitude & Generosity in Schools

    Episode 2:14 Giving Thanks & Showing Gratitude & Generosity in Schools
    Nov 28 2025
    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.
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    17 min
  • Episode 2:13 Adult SEL is not an Option with Brian Kulak

    Episode 2:13 Adult SEL is not an Option with Brian Kulak
    Nov 21 2025
    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.
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    48 min
  • Episode 2:12 Leading Without Burning Out

    Episode 2:12 Leading Without Burning Out
    Nov 14 2025
    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.
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    32 min