In this episode of On the Subject, host Michael Vilardo sits down in Monterey, California, with recently retired acting Superintendent and Chief of Human Resources Dr. Robert Martinez. With over three decades of experience across every level of education—from school psychologist to site leader, HR chief, and superintendent—Robert brings a deep and personal perspective on what’s changed (and what hasn’t) in our school systems since 1987. He shares the story behind his book Recipes for Resilience, opens up about leaving home at 16, and offers insight into how educators can build stronger teams, develop future leaders, and embrace the AI-powered changes coming to classrooms. This is a must-listen for anyone who cares about the future of education.