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The Elevated Hope Project
by James Meehan
The Elevated Hope Project, hosted by Elevated Education, is a podcast discovering the stories and journeys of the success stories from Elevated Educations' Arizona-based charter schools: EastPointe HighSchool, Elevated Academy, and Accelerated Learning Centers.
Episodes
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How to Build Leaders Who Outlast You: Bob Lehman Part 2 - EP25
Most people think legacy is about what you leave behind. Bob Lehman thinks it is about who you leave behind. In part two of our conversation, James and Chris go deeper with Bob Lehman on something most organizations get completely backwards: leadership and succession. Bob has spent decades…
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Undiagnosed Dyslexic to CEO: Adam Binkerd on Hope and the Power of Yet - EP 24
Adam Binkerd didn't find out he had dyslexia until he was in his second year of PhD coursework. By then he'd spent most of his life thinking he just wasn't smart. Today he's the founder and CEO of 240 Solutions. Adam grew up in a farm town in Indiana with fewer than 500 people. His older brother...
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You Are Not Alone: Macy Spangler on Finding Real Community - EP 23
Almost everyone has felt it at some point. You walk into a room and it feels like everyone has their people except you. In this episode, Sarah and James talk with Macy Spangler about loneliness, friendship and how you actually go about finding real community. Macy grew up in Indiana and she is...
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Why the Best School Leaders Were Once Struggling Students: Jill and Nancy - EP 22
Some of the best people to lead a school are the ones who once struggled inside of one. In this episode, Sarah sits down with Jill Duncan and Nancy Aguinaga, the principal and vice principal at Eastpointe High School in Tucson, Arizona. They share the very different paths that led them into...
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From Bullied Kid to Pastor: Bob Lehman on Faith, Loss and Purpose - EP 21
Most people who meet Bob Lehman would never guess what he has been through to get where he is. In this episode, Sarah and James sit down with Bob, a pastor who was born and raised in South Phoenix. On paper he had a good childhood but there was a lot underneath the surface that most people never...
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The Dynamic Duo: How Jill and Nancy Doubled Enrollment at Eastpointe - EP 20
Today on the Elevated Hope Project, we sit down with Jill and Nancy, the Principal and Vice Principal leading Eastpointe High School's East Tucson campus. What started as two people stepping into roles neither of them originally wanted has turned into one of the biggest turnarounds in the…
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Hidden in Plain Sight: Dr. Kellie Burns on Human Trafficking - EP 19
Today on the Elevated Hope Project, we are honored to share the story of Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent of the Yavapai County Accommodation District and one of Arizona's most passionate advocates in the fight against human trafficking. What started as a routine professional development day…
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Purple Heart to Purpose: DOC Ivory on Healing, Hustle, and Leaving a Legacy
Today on the Elevated Hope Project, we are honored to share DOC Ivory's remarkable story. Once a promising athlete with dreams beyond his neighborhood, DOC found himself on an unexpected path that led him from the streets of Chicago to the front lines of combat. What followed was not a story of...
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Don't Quit: David Huff on Failure and Mental Toughness
This conversation with David Huff is about what happens when things don't go your way. Not the highlight moments. Not the wins. The moments where you fail, lose confidence, and start questioning everything. David breaks down the reality of competing at a high level, where talent alone is never...
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The Real Meaning of "Ready" with Kylene Nosewicz
Kylene, better known as "Cupid," joins The Elevated Hope Project to share a story that is equal parts raw and relentlessly hopeful. From growing up in a chaotic home environment to battling chronic health conditions, severe depression, and the constant pressure of simply getting through the day,...
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Education That Puts Kids First with Matt Gress
What does it actually mean for a student to be "ready" for the future? In this episode of the Elevated Education Podcast, we sit down with Matt Gress, Arizona State Representative and Chair of the House Education Committee, for a candid and deeply personal conversation about education,...
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From Hoops to Hustle: RaSean McMiller's Pivot Into Entrepreneurship
What do you do when the dream you built your whole identity around gets taken away? In this episode of the Elevated Hope Project, we sit down with RaSean McMiller, a former high-level basketball recruit who had to make a hard pivot after injury and setbacks changed his path. Instead of isolating,...
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The Truth About Grief and Growing Up: Mayson's Story
Today on The Elevated Hope Project, we are honored to share Mayson's remarkable journey. A graduate of Accelerated Learning Center in Phoenix, Mayson has lived through more loss in her young life than many face in a lifetime. Yet through every hardship, she remained grounded, compassionate, and...
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Earning Respect, Finding Hope: Mike Broomhead on Resilience, Trades, and Changing the Story
Radio and TV host Mike Broomhead sits down with The Elevated Hope Project to talk about the mentors who shaped him, the brother he lost, and why earning a young person's respect matters more than any lecture. From a father-absent childhood and a GED to leadership in the trades and a media career,...
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Setting the Temperature with Uriah Grissom on Purpose, Positivity and Leadership
In this episode of The Elevated Hope Project, community leader and longtime team member Uriah Grissom shares how a mindset of steady positivity can break through resistance and help students see their potential. From being the sixth of eleven homeschooled children in rural Arizona to guiding...
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From the South Side to Success: Sincere Townsend's Journey of Resilience and Renewal
In this powerful episode of The Elevated Hope Project, we sit down with Sincere Townsend, a Chicago native whose story embodies resilience, transformation, and the pursuit of hope. Growing up on the South Side, Sincere navigated the challenges of street culture, violence, and limited…
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From Rock Bottom to Resilience: Olivia's Story of Hope and Grit
In this powerful episode of The Elevated Hope Project, we sit down with Olivia, a graduating senior from Accelerated Learning Center in Phoenix, Arizona. After losing nearly everything to the ripple effects of the pandemic—including her health, her education, and her confidence—Olivia made the…
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Yes, You Can: Sean Strickland's Journey from Adversity to Impact
In this heartfelt episode of The Elevated Hope Project, we sit down with Sean "Tarzan" Strickland—not the UFC fighter, but the equally tough and inspiring special education teacher at Elevated Education. From childhood surgeries and leg braces to bench pressing 400 pounds and mentoring students...
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Leilani – A Story of Grit, Grief, and Growth
In this moving episode of the Elevated Hope Project, we sit down with Leilani Billy, a senior at the Accelerated Learning Center, whose story embodies resilience, cultural pride, and unshakable perseverance. From growing up on the Navajo Nation to navigating academic struggles, profound personal...
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A Life Story That Speaks For Itself FT. KarIn
In this episode, KarIn, a staff member at Elevated Education, shares her powerful story of resilience. Growing up in poverty and homelessness with an unstable father, KarIn's life began with immense hardship. Her mother instilled hope by exposing her to a better world through church, and a caring...
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A Story Of Determination FT. Jazmine
Everyday in high school was survival mode. The fights, the drama, the bullying at school that followed you home through a screen. You knew exactly who you were and what you wanted, but the world around you didn't get it. In this episode of The Elevated Hope Project, you'll meet Jazmine, a…
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A Story Of Determination Ft. Gabrielle Valero
In this episode of The Elevated Hope Project, we share the inspiring journey of Gabby, a graduate of one of our Phoenix schools, who overcame adversity, dropping out, and uncertainty to find hope, return to education, and thrive at Scottsdale Community College. Sponsored by Elevated Education…
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From Lost To Found FT. Ariel Harlow
This podcast celebrates stories of resilience, transformation, and second chances. In this episode, I'm honored to share the incredible journey of Ariel Harlow, our first staff interview and someone whose life was changed by one of our schools. Ariel opens up about her challenging upbringing, the...
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From Homelessness to Hope: Ty's Journey of Resilience and Redemption
Ty's journey is one of struggle, transformation, and the power of unwavering support. From battling addiction and homelessness to finding mentorship, education, and a path forward, his story is a testament to the impact of second chances. In this episode of The Elevated Hope Project, we explore…
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Welcome To The Elevated Hope Project - EHP001
Welcome to our first podcast! In this podcast, we're sharing incredible stories of resilience and transformation from current and former students who have faced and overcome tremendous obstacles. A year ago, I got excited about starting this and even bought all the equipment, only to let it sit...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Elevated Hope Project, hosted by Elevated Education, is a podcast discovering the stories and journeys of the success stories from Elevated Educations' Arizona-based charter schools: EastPointe HighSchool, Elevated Academy, and Accelerated Learning Centers.
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James Meehan
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The Elevated Hope Project, hosted by Elevated Education, is a podcast discovering the stories and journeys of the success stories from Elevated Educations' Arizona-based charter schools: EastPointe HighSchool, Elevated Academy, and Accelerated Learning Centers.
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The Elevated Hope Project is created and hosted by James Meehan.
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