Throwback Thursday!

Rural Education featuring Dr. Jamon Flowers

Originally Released On: 05-08-2020

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


✅ Dr. Flowers discusses what rural education looks like for educators.

✅ Dr. Flowers explains why this topic needs to have more attention brought towards it to help educators navigate this space. 

Anchor Chat #15: Mentorship vs Coaching

In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods reflects on Mentorship vs. Coaching, examining the key differences between the two and their impact on professional growth. He discusses how both roles support educators in unique ways and emphasizes the importance of knowing when to mentor, when to coach, and how to leverage each approach effectively.

Throwback Thursday!

Cultivating a Sense of Belonging featuring Dr. Terrel Strayhorn

Originally Released On: 12-24-2020


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


✅ Dr. Strayhorn discusses how his work focuses on four categories: 1) community, 2) support system, 3) membership, and 4) acceptance.

✅ Dr. Strayhorn shares strategies on cultivating a sense of belonging with students in your classrooms and schools.

Throwback Thursday!

I Choose to Stay featuring Dr. Salome Thomas-EL

Originally Released On: 7-29-2022


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

✅ Dr. Thomas-EL discusses why ‘he chose to stay’ in education.

✅ Dr. Thomas-EL shares strategies on improving staff morale and capacity.

Episode #116 is up!  Check it out!!!

Special Guest Kenneth Williams joins Dr. Woods to discuss his book Ruthless Equity: Disrupt the Status Quo and Ensure Learning for ALL Students. In this episode, Mr. Williams explores how educators can become equity warriors; committed to delivering excellence, achievement, and learning opportunities for all students, regardless of their backgrounds.

Connect with Mr. Williams via his website https://unfoldthesoul.com/

Throwback Thursday! Rethinking Black History featuring Dr. LaGarrett King 

Originally Released On: 2-12-21

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

✅ Dr. King discusses the importance of black history and how to properly reframe its instruction in k12.

✅ Dr. King provides strategies on how to incorporate black history education in your daily history/social studies instruction.

Throwback Thursday! Started from the Bottom, Now I'm Here featuring Darrion Cockrell 

Originally Released On: 6-18-21

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

✅ Darrion discusses how he motivates and inspires his students and school community.
✅ Darrion shares advice with other educators trying to make a positive impact with students at-risk.Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today. 🎧

Anchor Chat #14: Personal Well-Being


In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods reflects on Personal Well-Being, sharing insights on the importance of maintaining balance and self-care as an educator. He discusses strategies for prioritizing mental and physical health, managing stress, and setting boundaries to sustain personal and professional success. Dr. Woods encourages educators to reflect on their own well-being and make intentional efforts to nurture it.

Throwback Thursday!
Title: Episode #27_Staff Motivation & Morale featuring Dr. Todd Whitaker 
Originally Released On: 2-26-21

This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode, we:
✅ discuss the importance of staff motivation and morale in school management,
✅ provide tips on what you can do to ensure this is happening in your school.

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

Throwback Thursday! Episode #46_Teaming for Well-Being - A Whole New Type Of Leadership featuring Jen Baldwin

Originally Released On: 11-18-22

This week, we’re revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode, we explore:
✅ Strategies to address Mental-Health concerns (post-pandemic)
✅ Addressing SEL in a proactive mannerWhether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today. 🎧