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  • Anchor Chat #27: Clarity Is the Strategy

    Anchor Chat #27: Clarity Is the Strategy
    Feb 21 2026
    Anchor Chat #27: Clarity Is the Strategy

    In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods reflects on Clarity Is the Strategy, emphasizing that clear expectations, focused priorities, and consistent communication are the foundation of effective leadership and instruction. He discusses how a lack of clarity often leads to confusion, misalignment, and stalled progress—while intentional clarity accelerates results.
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    12 min
  • Teaching Peace in a Divided Time

    Teaching Peace in a Divided Time
    Feb 6 2026
    Episode #129 is up! Check it out!!!

    Special Guest Ryan Tillman, Speaker, CEO, and Founder of Breaking Barriers United, joins Dr. Woods on episode #129 of Leading Out The Woods to discuss Teaching Peace in a Divided Time. In this episode, Ryan draws from his experiences as a former School Resource Officer to explore the root causes of conflict among students and share practical, relationship-driven strategies educators can use to foster empathy, unity, and belonging. Together, they discuss how schools can proactively address division, navigate moments of tension, and build more compassionate and connected learning environments.
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    35 min
  • Throwback Thursday! Teachers Promise

    Throwback Thursday! Teachers Promise
    Feb 5 2026
    Throwback Thursday! Teachers of Promise featuring Wade Whitehead
    Originally Released On: 9-9-2022

    This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:Takeaways from this classic:
    • Wade discusses what the Teachers of Promise Institute is and the impact it has made on education.
    • As a Milken Award Winner and National Teachers Hall of Fame Inductee, Wade shares proven classroom practices and strategies that enhance student achievement and foster a positive, engaging learning environment.
    Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today. 🎧🕰️ Don’t forget to check back every Thursday for more Throwback episodes!
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    47 min
  • Throwback Thursday! Unpacking Collaborative Leadership

    Throwback Thursday! Unpacking Collaborative Leadership
    Jan 29 2026
    Throwback Thursday! Unpacking Collaborative Leadership featuring Pam Ehnle

    Originally Released On: 4-4-2025

    This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:

    ✅ Pam shares the inspiration behind the book, Leading Out The Woods: Collaborative Leadership.

    ✅ Pam discusses why collaboration is essential for effective leadership.

    Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today. 🎧🕰️ Don’t forget to check back every Thursday for more Throwback episodes!
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    42 min
  • Anchor Chat #26: The Feedback Loop — What Happens After the Walkthrough?

    Anchor Chat #26: The Feedback Loop — What Happens After the Walkthrough?
    Jan 24 2026
    Anchor Chat #26: The Feedback Loop — What Happens After the Walkthrough?

    In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods reflects on The Feedback Loop — What Happens After the Walkthrough?, emphasizing the critical role feedback plays in instructional growth. He discusses how timely, actionable follow-up after walkthroughs transforms observations into meaningful coaching conversations, strengthens practice, and drives continuous improvement. Dr. Woods challenges leaders to be intentional about closing the loop so feedback leads to impact—not just documentation.
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    12 min
  • Growth Mindset

    Growth Mindset
    Jan 9 2026
    Episode #128 is up! Check it out!!!

    Special Guest Dr. John Craig joins Dr. Woods on episode #128 of Leading Out The Woods to discuss Growth Mindset. In this episode, they explore what it truly means to cultivate a growth mindset in schools, how leaders and educators can model it in practice, and why embracing continuous learning is essential for both personal and organizational growth. Together, they highlight strategies that support resilience, reflection, and sustained improvement in educational settings.
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    43 min
  • Throwback Thursday! Learning from Mistakes & Failure in the Classroom

    Throwback Thursday! Learning from Mistakes & Failure in the Classroom
    Jan 8 2026
    Throwback Thursday! Learning from Mistakes & Failure in the Classroom featuring Dr. Julie Warner

    This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:

    ✅ Dr. Warner discusses why she believes self-reflecting on mistakes and failure in your instructional practice is vital for improving your teaching.
    ✅ Dr. Warner shares ​​several examples from her book, “Failure Before Success: Teachers Describe What They Learned from Mistakes.”

    Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today. 🎧

    🕰️ Don’t forget to check back every Thursday for more Throwback episodes!
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    40 min
  • Throwback Thursday! Loving Your Neighbor

    Throwback Thursday! Loving Your Neighbor
    Jan 1 2026
    Throwback Thursday! Loving Your Neighbor featuring Chris Singleton

    Originally Released On: 7-28-2023

    This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:

    ✅ Chris shares his inspirational message of resilience, unity and forgiveness.

    ✅ Chris discusses the way he works with schools, universities, and other organizations to promote love and acceptance of others. Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today. 🎧

    🕰️ Don’t forget to check back every Thursday for more Throwback episodes!
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    29 min