The SQUADcast

Who’s on your SQUAD?In Episode 3 of the Championship Culture SQUADcast, Chris Carrubba and Brian “Boz” Bosworth are joined by Dr. Ed Lazzara for a conversation about the people who influence us, challenge us, support us, and ultimately help us become better versions of ourselves.Dr. Lazzara shares the story behind his book, Who’s Your SQUAD?, which brings together three important parts of his life: the remarkable turnaround that led to a state football championship at Mount Olive, decades of lessons learned as an educator and coach, and the wisdom — often delivered very directly — of his mother, Josephine.At the center of the conversation is the SQUAD framework: Support, Question, Understand, Advise, and Demand. Ed explains why we need different people filling each of those roles and why strong leaders recognize that success is never about “me” or “my team” — it’s about us and we.The group also discusses the growth of Championship Culture and its student leadership experiences, which bring together educators, professional athletes, mental-health professionals, entrepreneurs, and other leaders to share their own stories of success, failure, resilience, and perseverance.From Super Bowl champions who once considered quitting to the lessons learned around Josephine’s kitchen table, this episode is a reminder that nobody succeeds alone. When things are going well, lift up the people around you. When things get difficult, your SQUAD can be the people who lift you back up.Everyone has a SQUAD.Who’s on yours?

Superintendent Chris Carrubba and Principal Brian Bosworth bring the energy as they sit down with students fresh out of the Championship Culture Workshop. These conversations are real, fast-paced, and full of insight—highlighting powerful experiences, unforgettable life lessons, and what it truly means to have your SQUAD. Get ready for authentic student voices, big takeaways, and the kind of inspiration that stays with you long after the episode ends.

Championship Culture SQUADcast features educational leaders Chris Carrubba and Brian Bosworth, two passionate advocates for developing high-performing schools through strong leadership, intentional culture, and a commitment to excellence.Through engaging conversations, real-world experiences, and practical leadership strategies, Chris and Brian explore what it takes to develop a true championship culture in today's schools.Designed for superintendents, principals, teachers, coaches, and aspiring leaders, Championship Culture SQUADcast provides actionable insights and inspiration to help educational professionals lead with purpose, empower their teams, and make a lasting impact on the students and communities they serve.